Cheap blue Excellanc women's watch faux leather strap

This is a watch you can put on in the morning and forget about. The 38 mm case is only 8 mm thick, so it sits comfortably under a shirt cuff and does not catch on sleeves, and the quartz movement keeps time without any fuss.

The blue faux leather strap is soft, easy to wipe clean and 18 mm wide. A traditional buckle clasp lets you set the fit hole by hole. Counting the case, the full length is 19 cm.

The dial is a clear blue that goes with most outfits, from denim at the weekend to a smarter look at work. Slim baton hour markers keep the face uncluttered, and their silver-tone finish stands out well against the blue background.

The round case is metal in a silver-tone finish, which gives the blue a crisp contrast. The display is analogue, so reading the time takes a second. Mineral glass covers the dial and helps it cope with the small knocks of daily life.

It is an inexpensive watch, but it does not look like one at a glance. Excellanc keeps things simple here: a clean shape, one strong colour and nothing unnecessary. If you like the silver-tone case, you can see more in our women's silver-tone watches.

A soft cloth is enough to keep the strap and case looking good. Pair it with a neutral jacket or a white top and the blue dial does the rest.