How to Choose a Watch as a Gift

Step 1: Notice What They Already Wear

The best clue is what the person already likes. Before you shop, quietly notice a few things:

• Metal colour: Do they wear silver, gold or rose-gold jewellery and accessories?
• Size: Do they wear a large, chunky watch or something small and slim?
• Strap: Metal bracelet, leather strap, or something sporty?
• Style: Do they dress formally for work, casually, or sporty most of the time?

If you can, take a photo of a watch they already own. Our team can use it to suggest similar styles and sizes.

Step 2: Match The Watch To Their Life

• For the office: A slim dress watch with a clean dial and a steel bracelet or leather strap.
• For everyday: A versatile watch in steel that goes with both work and weekend clothes.
• For an active person: A sporty watch with good water resistance and a comfortable strap.
• For a fashion lover: A designer watch from a label they like, in a finish that matches their accessories.
• For a watch enthusiast: An automatic (mechanical) watch from a respected watchmaker.

Step 3: Get The Size Roughly Right

You do not need their exact wrist size. A metal bracelet can be adjusted by adding or removing links, and straps have several holes. Case size matters more: a very large watch can look out of place on a slim wrist, and a very small watch can disappear on a large one.

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Step 4: Set Your Budget First

Decide on a budget before you start looking. It keeps the choice simple and helps our team show you the right watches straight away. Remember that a well-chosen watch in any budget makes a thoughtful gift.

Finally, ask for a proper invoice and the warranty card, and check the store's exchange options in case the size or style is not quite right.