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Ticking Together; His and Hers Watches
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There was once a time when people believed that ‘his and hers’ watches masked individuality and felt a little dated. After all, why should a couple feel compelled to look the same or dress the same when everyone is entitled to their own interests and tastes?
While I do agree that two people’s uniformity in wristwear does not measure the strength of a relationship, there is an argument for wearing watches that look like a pair but aren’t necessarily the same.
Likewise, there is nothing written in any book to say that mixed or same-sex couples can’t like the same thing, either.
Couple watches don’t have to be identical; instead, they reflect a mature understanding of the shared interests and tastes between two people rather than a loss of identity. In fact, wearing watches that match can be one of the most deep and meaningful ways to express your partnership.
The Best His and Hers Watches
Prepare to be amazed at the sheer amount of choice out there if you’re just about to start shopping for couple watches. You’ll be pleased to know you have a lot of options, whether you’re keeping to a strict budget or going all out with a dual investment to celebrate a milestone.
Here are some options to get you started. These chosen picks coordinate class, allowing you and your partner to synchronize your style in a non-clichéd way.
Cartier Ballon Bleu His and Hers
Curves aren’t just for ladies. In fact, the simple, rounded, pebble-smooth silhouette of the Ballon Bleu de Cartier has been appealing to men for years. The concept of the Ballon Bleu centers around the idea of a floating balloon or bubble above the wrist.
The Ballon Bleu de Cartier is designed to feel timelessly familiar, though there is nothing else quite like it on the market.
Whether you’re enjoying it from a male or female perspective, its ethereal grace, tied to examples of top-quality craftsmanship, is a testament to Cartier’s commitment to reaching excellence in all that it does.
Let’s start with the differences. The men’s Ballon Bleu watch measures 41mm and features an independently crafted automatic movement housed within its 30-meter water-resistant case.
The lady’s version, measuring a more discreet 28mm diameter, is powered by a quartz movement, allowing for a more compact and slimmer case design that won’t overpower the wrist or look “blocky.”
Both the men’s version of the Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch and the women’s version feature a silver-colored dial with blued steel hands, crisp black Roman numeral hour markers, and a blue synthetic cabochon-shaped spinel. The 41mm model, however, features a guilloche effect on its dial, adding a touch of detail.
The versatility of the Ballon Bleu watch by Cartier impresses beyond measure since it is equipped with an interchangeable strap system, allowing you and your partner to switch things up whenever you fancy a change.
Suffice to say, the Ballon Bleu is one of those timeless gems that always seem to adapt to any scenario, making it one of the most easy-to-wear dress watches to enjoy as a matching pair.
Tissot PRX POWERMATIC 80 His and Hers
If you know a lot about luxury, you’ll already be familiar with the name Tiffany & Co. Furthermore, you’ll have seen the robin’s egg blue dial color that the company became so synonymous with during the late 1990s.
It’s names like Rolex and Patek Philippe that have enjoyed an exclusive partnership with Tiffany & Co. over the years. The 2020 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Turquoise Blue, for example, shares a close resemblance to the original blue color of Tiffany & Co’s beautiful trademark blue packaging and was superseded by the Nautilus 5711/1A-018 by Patek Philippe just a year later. It supercharged a trend that still very much creates a buzz today.
Now, more affordable Tiffany blue dial watches are dominating the market. The Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 watch collection offers an iteration in a pale turquoise blue.
And guess what? You can get the women’s version too! The lady’s Tissot PRX is a nice compact 35mm size and echoes the precise shade of its male counterpart perfectly.
The matching pair belongs to the brand’s much larger series of sports watches, which have become a go-to for anyone seeking more affordable alternatives to icons like the Nautilus and Royal Oak.
Personally, what I’ve always loved most about the Tissot PRX collection is the brand’s commitment to detail. Tissot adds a stamped waffle pattern to the surface of these PRX watches, giving them great visual appeal and an enhanced level of depth and three-dimensional value.
The waffle pattern invites light to dance across the upraised levels of the display and cascade into the deeper pockets of the dial, creating an interesting interplay between light and shade.
The integrated bracelet of the Tissot PRX forces the case ends to taper, giving it a subtle tonneau shape and allowing it to be worn more compactly on the wrist.
Indeed, both the male and female iterations of this affordable sports watch promote balanced proportions and rugged elegance. Of course, the inaugural POWERMATIC 80 movement fitted within provides a full 80 hours of power reserve once fully wound, too.Piaget Polo His and Hers
Some brands don’t prioritize matching watch sets for couples. Sometimes, you have to do the donkey work yourself and find two compatible models that complement one another, even if they’re not intended to be sold as a pair. Other brands, however, go the extra mile.
Piaget is one of the latter. The brand taps into those who want to express a bit of synchronization in their choice of watch and even produced this special 150th anniversary ‘his and hers’ Polo watch last year for that very reason.
Both models are limited to just 300 pieces worldwide and won’t come cheap. However, if you’re looking for a truly exquisite pair of matching ‘his and hers’ watches that tease a subtle dose of flamboyancy, you’d have to admit Piaget really scores a home run here.
This special blend of sumptuous materials, chocolate-latte-rose tones, and even the odd scintillating diamond personifies the “sports luxe” aesthetic for the modern-day collector.
The 42mm men’s model features a steel case, a soft brown dial, and a sapphire caseback that exposes circular Côtes de Genève decoration, a circular-grained plate, beveled bridges, blued screws, and an engraved Piaget Coat of Arms oscillating weight via the in-house Calibre 1110P.
The lady’s version of the Piaget Polo is daintier and more exuberant, measuring 26mm in diameter and featuring a grey dial, with 32 brilliant-cut diamonds on the hour markers, as well as a 60-diamond set bezel.
The soft, golden hues of both dials feature the iconic gadroons that have made the Polo so recognizable, and they boast ribbed rubber bands in colors of chocolate brown (for men) and latte brown (for women).
Both straps, however, are interchangeable, so if you want to dial up your matchy-matchy efforts, you could opt for the same-colored rubber strap or dress things up with two steel bracelets.
Rolex Datejust His and Hers
The Rolex Datejust was the first ever self-winding waterproof chronometer with a date function. It arrived in 1945 and has since been a symbol of enduring style and timeless beauty.
The Datejust watch boasts several key characteristics that give it an instantly recognizable look, including a fluted bezel, a Cyclops date feature, and a 5-link Jubilee bracelet – all of which are also available in the female variety.
These two Rolex Datejust watches one for him and one for her, are a perfect way to express the bond shared between two people with very similar tastes.
The set unites a shared love of undulating style and quality craftsmanship, bearing the most influential name in the watch industry across their respective Rose and chocolate-colored dials.
The Datejust watch doesn’t just offer legibility and quality but marks a historical moment in the brand’s story, where our relationship with time began to change.
Watches became precious instruments and were worn as status symbols. Not much has changed since then. The Rolex Datejust remains as iconic today as it was back then.
While the men’s Rolex Datejust reference 126301 is a 41mm size, the women’s Datejust 279171 is a much more compact 28mm. Both are crafted from Oystersteel and Everose and bear the fluted bezel as a mark of distinction.
Meanwhile, the Jubilee bracelet on the lady’s Datejust is designed for comfort and is expertly engineered to curve and conform to the shape of the wrist, providing a dressy finish.
The 41mm Datejust, however, is more classic and features a three-link Oyster bracelet with an EasyLink 5mm extension system, allowing for on-the-fly adjustments.
Omega Seamaster His and Hers
The Omega Seamaster is a watch associated with travel, exploration, and adventure. It’s a mainstay in the Swiss marque’s catalog and boasts a vast range of different designs that you can really get creative with.
Those who embrace a sporty lifestyle will appreciate the Seamaster’s balance of durability and sophistication. Take, for example, this ‘his and hers’ Omega Seamaster duo.
Both models belong to a sub-collection from the Seamaster range named the Aqua Terra Shades. As you’ll have guessed, the series is all about dial colors, giving collectors some alternative options to the mundane blue and black dive watch offerings.
Although robust, these models are perfect for combining with both casual attire on the weekend and something dressier by evening.
The lady’s Omega Aqua Terra Shades watches come in a variety of different colors. I particularly like the ‘sandstone’ version, a shimmery purple-grey hue that Omega experts accompany with shard-shaped hour markers and faceted sword-shaped hands, treated with lashings of luminous material for nighttime legibility. The famous minute hand features the arrow tip, while the date function sits inside a tapering rectangular frame at 6 o’clock.
For men, the Aqua Shades 38mm in a matching dial color balances neutral tones with the contemporary luster of stainless steel. Both models are fitted with a stainless steel bracelet incorporating roll-like links that give the watch a more softened, modern silhouette.
You certainly get a lot of bang for your buck when it comes to Omega Seamaster watches. Both models are fitted with an in-house, METAS-certified movement and feature the Co-Axial escapement, which Omega acquired the rights to in the 1990s.
A chance to admire the movements at work is granted through the caseback on each watch, which Omega fits with a see-through sapphire exhibition window.
If you’re looking for a matching pair of ‘his and hers’ watches that balance sportiness with dressiness, these Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Shades watches tick every box needed for outdoor adventure and sophisticated outings.
Cartier Tank His and Hers
Considering the prestige and allure surrounding one of the world’s most famous classics, the Cartier Tank watch is relatively affordable by today’s standards.
It’s still an icon in its own right. Still, because it manages to transcend generations as a traditional dress watch, it remains one of the most universally appealing designs to own.
Even better – the women’s versions appear totally aligned with the archetypal military-tank-inspired look of the men’s range.
The pairing of a rose gold case with a brown leather strap is a heavenly combination in any dress watch. Still, the male and female versions of the Tank Louis Cartier demonstrate how the difference between a light brown and dark brown strap can significantly alter the look of a classic timepiece.
The men’s Tank Louis Cartier watch measures 33.7 mm x 25.5 mm and has been fitted with a dark brown alligator leather strap, allowing the blued steel hands to pop against a guilloche silver dial.
On the other hand, the alligator leather strap chosen for the women’s variety is a lighter, toffee-brown, creating an altogether more natural and casual style.
The Tank Louis Cartier couple watches are powered by a traditional manual-winding movement, which is arguably the biggest draw if you both consider the ritual of connecting with your watch important.
TUDOR Black Bay S&G His and Hers
The TUDOR Black Bay S&G appeals to young collectors seeking a watch with vintage charm. These neo-vintage watches meld the distinctive look of TUDOR’s first dive watches with modern materials, reimagining the rugged, adventurous spirit of the Big Bang with a touch of radiant gold.
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The precious metal accents in these dive watches are not overbearing. Moreover, they sit in the background, enabling the signature features of the Black Bay watch, such as the iconic Snowflake hands and the domed dial, to take center stage.
The desire to own ‘his and hers’ sports watches, of course, stems from the need for practicality first and foremost. The two-tone Black Bay will take you straight through a day at work to an evening of drinks and roll with you into the weekend.
Both these 31mm and 39mm models feature an 18ct yellow gold and steel bracelet, a black dial, and a gold bezel to match a screw-down crown designed to uphold a water-resistant rating of 100 meters.
Zenith Defy His and Hers
Couple watches don’t necessarily have to mirror one another. Sometimes, the coolest matching sets are those that show some versatility but still manage to look coordinated.
Zenith, master of the famous El Primero movement, offers a super cool range of Defy watches, including this women’s Midnight Borealis-inspired 36mm model with a gradient green-blue dial framed by a diamond-encrusted bezel.
You can’t directly match the men’s version to this stunning Northern Lights watch, complete with delicately glistening diamonds on the hour markers. But for something a little more technically sophisticated, you can opt for the Defy Skyline Tourbillon.
The 41mm steel model displays a piece of the automatic El Primero 3630 caliber through the surface of its blue sunray dial, adorned with a special star print.
The tourbillon cage is a work of art and a technical revelation all rolled into one, keeping the movement suspended and protected from the effects of gravity at 6 o’clock.
Both Zenith Defy watches, for him and her, complete their elegant, sporty look with an integrated bracelet, creating a seamless, unified appearance.
Closing Remarks
The idea of collecting and wearing couples watches is not an outdated one. It’s actually more relevant now than it has ever been before. The watch industry is abundant in unisex designs, and we now exist in a world where the lines between the two genders are blurring.
Men and women wear whatever they feel comfortable in, whether that be small case proportions, oversized boyfriend watches, or designs festooned with diamonds and gemstones.
The good news is that many brands offer a smaller-sized version of their most popular watch. The appreciation of a complex mechanical watch is no longer reserved for men alone.
In that same vein, smaller, more compact case sizes are also on the rise, which opens up a whole range of options for those with smaller wrists.
As women’s and men’s tastes in watches become more aligned, many couples are enjoying the opportunity to wear a pair of watches that serve as a matching statement piece.
Now, couples can share their appreciation for a hobby that they both enjoy and have access to, with more choices available than ever before. It means that ‘his and hers’ watches are no longer dictated by convention and are more governed by a shared appreciation for horology.
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