Raptor women's watch blue leather strap

The first thing you notice is the dial: a clear, bright blue that catches the eye without shouting. Small round hour markers keep it tidy and easy to read, and the blue leather strap picks up the same shade so the whole watch feels pulled together. This is the Smooth from Raptor, a women's watch with a calm, warm look that works as easily with jeans and a jumper as with a work outfit.

At 34 mm across and 8 mm thick, the round case is a classic size for a women's watch, neither dainty nor oversized. The case is metal in a silver-tone finish, so it sits well alongside the other pieces in our silver-tone watches for women. The leather strap is 10 mm wide and closes with a traditional buckle clasp. The total length is 21.5 cm including the case, and the whole watch weighs just 28 g, so you will barely feel it on your wrist.

Inside is a Miyota 2035 quartz movement, which keeps the time accurately without any fuss, and the glass is mineral. Water resistance is 3 ATM, enough to cope with a splash or a shower of rain. Take it off before washing your hands thoroughly, showering or swimming. Leather ages best when it is looked after, so a little care will keep the blue strap looking good for a long time.