Women's watch wooden brown Excellanc black dial 44 mm

Most women's watches are made of steel or alloy, and you stop noticing them after a week. This Excellanc is a different proposition: the case is wood, in a warm brown, and so is the strap, finished in black. Wood is a natural material, so the grain varies from one piece to the next and no two watches look quite alike.

The round case measures 44 mm across and 12 mm thick, a generous size for anyone who prefers a watch with some presence on the wrist. The dial is black with fine hour markers and nothing else to crowd it, which keeps the look calm and easy to read. Against the brown wood, the dark face gives a quiet contrast that suits both daytime outfits and evening ones. If you like the idea but want to compare similar styles, you will find them among our classic women's watches.

The strap is 20 mm wide, and the whole watch, case included, is 23.5 cm long. It closes with a traditional pin buckle, and at 24 g it is light enough to wear all day without feeling it. Wood has a softer, warmer feel against the skin than metal, which many people find more comfortable.

Inside is a quartz movement with an analogue display, accurate and straightforward. When the battery eventually runs out, a watchmaker can replace it in a few minutes. A mineral glass protects the dial from the small knocks of everyday life.