Cheap Excellanc women's watch gold-tone grey faux leather

Start with the case, because that is where this watch gets its character. It is made of metal with a gold-tone finish, round and a modest 32 mm across, and just 9 mm thick, so it sits close to the wrist rather than perching on top of it. If you like a watch that looks refined without announcing itself, that proportion is a good place to begin.

The dial carries the same gold-tone colour as the case, which gives the whole watch a calm, matching look. Arabic numerals alternate with baton markers, so the time reads at a glance, with no squinting and no guesswork. It is the kind of dial that catches the light gently and never feels like too much.

The grey faux leather strap is what keeps the gold from getting too dressy. Grey is a wonderfully easy neutral, and it softens the metal so the watch looks as natural with a pair of jeans as with a smart work outfit. The strap is soft, easy to look after and comfortable for a full day, and it closes with a classic pin buckle, so you can adjust the fit hole by hole.

Inside, the movement is quartz, which means accurate timekeeping with nothing to wind and very little to think about. The display is analogue, with hands sweeping round the dial the traditional way. It is the sort of watch you put on in the morning and forget about until someone compliments it.

It suits an ordinary Tuesday at the office just as well as a weekend lunch or an evening out, and it is an inexpensive way to add a little warmth to your wrist. It also makes a thoughtful gift for someone who likes a quiet touch of colour on her wrist.

If gold tones are your thing, you can browse more gold-tone women's watches in the shop and compare shapes and straps until one feels right. This Excellanc women's watch is a lovely place to start.