As the popular minimalist saying goes, Less is more, and as much as we marvel at the new features being added to everyday objects, such as the wrist watch, which in turn transforms it into a smartwatch, we can’t help but long for the time (no pun intended), where watches does the only thing it was expected to do: Tell time.
While there are a lot of stylish minimalist watches out there in the market, mostly from luxury brands, it’s good thing to know that you don’t have to spend more than $100 to get yourself a beautiful minimalist timepiece. That being said, here are 10 affordable minimalist watches you can buy directly from Amazon.
1. Braun Classic Ladies’ Analog Watch
The Braun watches first appeared in the 1970s-1980s and were designed by Dieter Rams and Dietrich Lubs. The Braun collection is a crowd favorite for Industrial Designers because of its clean-cut sophisticated look. This watch also comes in white.
2. Women’s Stylish Retro Minimalist Leather Watch by Titgo
Titgo’s Retro watch features a clean face with a Japanese quartz movement. With its simple design, you can easily pair it up with a shirt or even a sundress without taking too much attention from your overall look.
3. Philippe Starck Minimalist Women’s Quartz Watch PH5042
If you’re looking for a watch that has a futuristic feel that still embodies minimalism, you can never go wrong with this watch from Philippe Stark.
4. DKNY Soho Grey Dial & Leather Strap Ladies Watch
This beauty has a Rose gold-tone stainless steel case with a gray leather strap. The surface is made from scratch resistant mineral crystal. Also available in different colored straps.
5. Daniel Wellington St. Mawes in Rose Gold
Another crowd favorite, Daniel Wellington watches are known for their beautiful elegance. Coming in two versions, you have the option the swarovski studded time face (as seen above) or the more serious looking version with index the hour makers.
6. Fossil Women’s Jacqueline Analog Display
A flawless essential, Fossil’s refined Jacqueline puts a sophisticated spin on a ladylike classic. Its signature steel case couples with an easy-to-wear leather strap in this elegantly essential design.
7. Skagen Women’s Gitte Quartz
If you’re looking for something simple with a little “pop”, this Skagen Gitte in orange strap is the one for you. The Danish-inspired minimalist watch face paired with a rich coral leather band creates a sense of effortless elegance.
8. KOMONO Women’s Estelle Classic Analog
The band’s made of soft leather which, along with the polished metal case and subtle face, make the Estelle a timeless timepiece that’ll go with whatever outfit you have on.
9. WRISTOLOGY Olivia Womens Chunky Silver Boyfriend Watch
WRISTOLOGY’s Olivia watch features an on-trend, super slim case in beautifully feminine silver, a blank white face embellished with a crystal time index, and a super soft black genuine leather strap. True to its name, this chunky boyfriend watch has a large face similar to some men’s watches.
10. 1Face Unisex C1105 “Cancer” Digital Display Black Watch
If you love Apple’s iWatch but find it unjustifiable to shell out a couple of bucks, 1Face’s unisex Cancer watch is for you. What’s more, for every watch bought, you get to support 8 cancer patients through 1Face’s partnership with The American Cancer Society.