42 Best Women’s Luxury Watches (From Affordable To Luxury)

Wristwatches aren’t just for the boys. Many timepiece manufacturers make functional and beautiful luxury watches for ladies. In this article covering 42 different timepiece offerings for women, we’ll examine everything from entry-level and affordable watches to incredibly ornate, extravagant pieces bedazzled in jewels and precious metals and everything in between. 

Many of these models are truly works of art that will serve not only as an adornment on your wrist and accessory piece but as a discussion piece at elegant galas and events. Some of these timepieces are priced at an entry-level of $500 to $1,000, yet others are as high as seven figures (what a luxury home costs in most places)! 

Even if you’re not in the market for a watch at the higher end of that scale, it’s still worth discovering what a million-dollar watch looks like and all that goes into the crafting of one. 

About Women’s Luxury Watches

Once reserved for the nobility and the wealthy in previous eras, timepieces aren’t just for the elites today. Women up and down the social and economic strata wear watches, both to tell time, day, and date, but also as an eye-catching jewelry accessory and, in some cases, a statement piece. 

Women’s watches are designed to suit a variety of needs, tastes, and styles. Some are more fashion-forward in their designs, while others are classic and timeless. Without overgeneralizing, while there are some beautiful men’s timepieces out there, men’s luxury watches tend to focus on build quality, materials, and capability (sometimes capabilities most will never need). Women’s luxury watches are not only well-made but often full of sparkle and splendor.  

What To Look For in Women’s Luxury Watches?

The timepiece marketplace is incredibly broad and diverse. While it’s ultimately up to you and your taste, when investing in a luxury watch, there’s more to consider than appearance. Whether you’re an experienced watch collector or in the market for your first timepiece, we’ve done the spadework, so you don’t have to. Let’s start with the basics, and then we’ll dive in. 

Watch Style 

Consider for a moment your personal sense of style, wardrobe, and the typical environments you find yourself in. Are you more traditional, favoring classic designs that never go out of style, or are you more the avant-garde type that’s pushing the edges of fashion trends? 

Do you dress up for work and black tie work events and parties, or do you like to keep it more casual? Just like in shopping for an engagement ring, one might want to consider the shape of the watch case one’s looking for and watch materials that best match one’s skin tone. 

Case Size 

The first thing to consider is your frame size and wrist circumference. Women’s wristwatch cases typically measure between 26mm-36mm, though some are larger. If your wrist is slender and delicate, you’d be advised to select a smaller timepiece at the lower end of that scale. If you have a larger wrist, pulling off a 36mm and beyond might be better for you. 

Traditionally, watches were smaller than they are today and if you favor classic and vintage designs, you might look for a smaller watch case. However, if you’re looking for a statement piece, perhaps your philosophy is the bigger, the better. Our advice is to balance your personality with your personal sense of style. 

Materials 

Obviously, the more premium the materials, the higher the price of the timepiece. However, premium materials like stainless steel, gold, platinum, and titanium are not only pleasing to the eye but can also make a watch more durable. 

Perhaps you have an active lifestyle. In that case, you might consider something tough and sporty that can take a beating and offer diving capabilities (higher water resistance). Even if you’re considering a dress watch that won’t be exposed to water sports, hiking, extreme temperatures, and other outdoor activities, you might want something that will last and can be handed down to your daughters. 

It’s further worth determining if you’re looking for something flashy, adorned with diamonds and jewels, or if you’re looking for something understated in stainless steel, with a smooth bezel and sans the sparkle.

The Best Women’s Luxury Watches

Without further delay, let’s jump into our list of the best women’s luxury watches on the market today. 

1. TISSOT CARSON PREMIUM LADY MOONPHASE (REF. T122.223.11.033.00)

The Carson Premium Lady Moonphase is classic and elegant with a modern touch. The stainless steel case measures 32mm, 7.4mm in height on the wrist, and has a lug width of 16mm. The dial is silver with a circle pattern at the center and a brushed sunray pattern on the outer ring of the dial. 

The timepiece features sharp blue hands and painted black Roman numerals. There’s a date window at 3 o’clock for added functionality. At 6 o’clock, there’s a moon phase window revealing pearl-like clouds and a moon against a dark blue night sky with yellow stars. 

The watch is powered by a Swiss quartz movement and is water resistant to 50 meters. The face of the timepiece is protected by a sapphire crystal. It’s paired with a 5-link stainless steel bracelet with a twin-button butterfly clasp. 

Price: $425

2. SEIKO PRESAGE COCKTAIL TIME (REF. SRE007)

Seiko’s Presage Cocktail Time collection is inspired by the design of Tokyo’s vibrant cocktail lounges, as well as some of their famous cocktails. This model is no different. The stainless steel case measures 30.3mm, 10.9mm on the wrist, and the lug to lug is 37mm. 

The dial is pale blue with a pressed pattern and a gloss finish inspired by the Skydiving cocktail. The hands and indices are silver, with diamond-like studs around the outer ring of the dial. There’s a date window at 3 o’clock. 

The timepiece is powered by Seiko’s caliber 2R05 automatic movement with a 40-hour power reserve. The watch is water resistant to 50 meters. The watch is paired with a 5-link stainless steel bracelet with a deployant butterfly clasp. 

Price: $550

3. HAMILTON JAZZMASTER LADY QUARTZ (REF. H32231140)

If you suffer from vertigo, you might want to stay away from this model. The Hamilton Jazzmaster Lady Quartz has mesmerizing lines on the midnight blue and black velvet dial, which offer the illusion of movement. 

The outer ring of the dial is marked with silver dots of varying sizes (the larger dots mark the hours), and there’s a narrow inner ring with smaller dark blue dots of equal size, matching the dial color. The hands of the timepiece are silver and there’s a date window at 6 o’clock. The stainless steel case measures 30mm, 8mm thick, and has a 14mm lug width. 

The watch is powered by a Swiss quartz movement and is water resistant to 50 meters. The face of the timepiece is protected by sapphire crystal. It’s paired with a 5-link stainless steel bracelet with a butterfly clasp. 

Price: $625

4. TISSOT CHEMIN DES TOURELLES POWERMATIC 80 (REF. T139.207.16.011.00)

The Chemin Des Tourelles Powermatic 80 is refined Swiss watchmaking at its best. Named after the road that leads to Tissot’s headquarters in the Swiss mountains, this timepiece offers a lot of value for the price. 

The stainless steel case measures 34mm, sits on the wrist at 10.5mm thick, and has a lug width of 18mm. The white dial reminds me of Seiko’s enamel dials. It’s clean and simple. The silver hands and indices offer a classy note. There’s a date window at 6 o’clock. 

The face of the watch is protected by sapphire crystal. The timepiece is powered by the Powermatic 80 automatic movement with a Nivachron balance spring and an 80-hour power reserve. 

The open caseback displays the movement. The watch is both antimagnetic, shock resistant, and water resistant to 50 meters. It’s paired with a light blue strap of embossed cow leather and a butterfly clasp. 

Price: $750

5. MIDO BARONCELLI LADY NECKLACE (REF. M037.807.36.031.00)

The Mido Baraconelli Lady Necklace exudes class. The 33mm stainless steel case with yellow gold PVD coating measures 33mm, has a height of 9.9mm on the wrist, and a lug width of 18mm. The dial of the timepiece is white with a mother-of-pearl center. 

Around the mother-of-pearl center is a ring of diamond-like studs, which also encircle a date window at 6 o’clock. The yellow gold PVD hand and indices offer a touch of sophistication. 

The watch is powered by an ETA automatic caliber C07.611 and is water resistant to 50 meters. The face is protected by sapphire crystal. The timepiece is paired with a black leather strap with a tang buckle. This lovely watch will complement a dressy attire.  

Price: Approx. $1,500

6.  HAMILTON JAZZMASTER PERFORMER AUTO (REF. H36125890)

Hamilton describes the Jazzmaster Performer Auto as “made for those who favor function and style”. The model provides an excellent balance between a dress and a sports watch. The stainless steel case with rose gold PVD bezel measures 34mm, sits on the wrist at 11.8mm, and has a lug width of 18mm. The dial is a mother of pearl with rose gold PVD hands and indices. 

The face of the timepiece is protected by a sapphire crystal. It’s powered by a caliber H-10 automatic movement with anti-magnetic properties and a water resistance of 100 meters. It’s paired with a beige satin strap with a pin buckle. Dressed up or dressed down, this model is a versatile Swiss timepiece that checks all the right boxes. 

Price: $1,145

7. NOMOS GLASHÜTTE TANGENTE 33 DUO (REF. 120)

The Tangente 33 Duo by Nomos Glashütte is a clean, simple, two-hand timepiece by the German luxury watch company. This model is the 120, but it’s been replaced by the 127, which looks nearly identical. 

The smooth stainless steel case and bezel are polished, the watch measures 32.8mm, sits on the wrist at 6.5mm, and is 42.2mm from lug to lug. The dial color is galvanized, white silver-plated, and looks clean. The hands are yellow gold, and the dial displays a mix of numbers and indices. 

The watch is powered by Nomos’ Alpha.2 manual-wind movement and is water resistant to 30 meters, which is merely splashproof. The timepiece is paired with a velour leather beige strap and pin buckle. This timepiece is clean, elegant, and modern and will likely elicit many compliments. 

Price: $1,440

8. ORIS ARTELIER LADY DATE DIAMONDS (REF. 01 561 7548 4094-07 5 16 46)

Oris makes a fine Swiss watch, and this Artelier Lady Date Diamonds is a lovely dress watch. The stainless steel case measures 31mm and offers contrasting polished and satin surfaces. The black guilloche dial offers 13 diamonds (2 at 12 o’clock) to mark the hours, and the hands are silver. There’s a date window at 6 o’clock. 

The timepiece is powered by the Oris 561 automatic movement, is based on the ETA 2671, offers 25 jewels, and includes a 38-hour power reserve. Oris doesn’t detail the water resistance, but this dress watch doesn’t belong around water and should be treated as splash-resistant at best. The timepiece is paired with a smooth, polished black leather strap and a stainless steel buckle. 

Price: $1,575

9. FREDERIQUE CONSTANT HIGHLIFE LADIES AUTOMATIC (REF. FC-303MPW2NH6B)

This timepiece is for the jetsetters living the high life. The watch offers a polished, smooth stainless bezel, and the case measures 34mm. Frederique Constant has a Swiss heritage but was acquired by Citizen in 2016. 

The silver dial features an etched globe pattern with silver hands and indices. There’s a date window at 3 o’clock. The face of the timepiece is protected by sapphire crystal. 

Under the hood is an automatic movement, and the caseback is open, displaying the beautiful movement with its jewels. It’s water resistant to 50 meters and is paired with a stainless steel bracelet with a deployment clasp. The 3-link bracelet has a satin finish on the outer links and a polished mirror finish on the center links. 

Price: Approx. $1,500

10.  MAURICE LACROIX AIKON AUTOMATIC 35MM (REF. AI6006-SS001-450-1)

This is a smart-looking timepiece that is both sporty and elegant. Maurice Lacroix is a Swiss watchmaker that has been around since 1975 but is part of an older company, Desco von Schulthess, which dates back to 1889. 

Headquartered in Zurich and part of the Canton of Jura, the company has been making fine watches that some view as competitive with companies like Omega. The Aikon Auto has a stainless steel case that measures 35mm. 

The bezel is brushed steel with various steel accent pieces. The blue dial offers a sun-brushed Clous de Paris pattern. There’s a date window at 3 o’clock, silver hands, and diamond studs marking the hours. 

The watch is powered by a caliber ML115 automatic movement and is water resistant to 200 meters, which makes it great for any sporting activity that includes water. It’s paired with a blue leather strap with a stainless steel butterfly clasp. This watch has Hublot vibes in my eye. 

Price: $2,200

11.  RADO CENTRIX DIAMONDS (REF. R30024712)

The Centrix Diamonds by Rado is an eye-catching lady’s timepiece. The stainless steel case and bezel are smooth, polished, and finished in a rose gold PVD and the case measures 30.5mm and 8.9mm on the wrist. 

The dial is a rich brown with rose gold PVD hands and four diamond studs at 12, 3, 6, and 9. There’s a date window at 6 o’clock. It’s a simple, modern dial with all the right style cues. 

The watch is powered by a quartz movement, and its water resistance is up to 50 meters. The timepiece is paired with a 3-link bracelet, with stainless steel PVD-coated rose gold outer links and ceramic brown inner links with a steel clasp with push buttons. 

Price: $1,900

12.  LONGINES EVIDENZA (REF. L2.142.4.09.2)

Available in more than 13 configurations, the Longines Evidenza comes in bold colors and a classy design. The model we’re examining here has a rectangular stainless steel case measuring 26mm by 30.6mm. 

The dial is red with painted Roman numerals and pink gold hands. There’s also a date window at 6 o’clock. The timepiece was inspired by 1920s styles that threw off convention and offered a more sophisticated style. 

The watch is powered by a caliber L582 automatic movement with a 45-hour power reserve. The face of the timepiece is protected by sapphire crystal, and it’s water-resistant to 30 meters. The watch is paired with a red alligator leather strap and tang buckle. 

Price: $2,125

13.  CARTIER TANK MUST SMALL (REF. WSTA0042)

The Tank Must by Cartier offers class and sophistication. The stainless steel rectangular case measures 29.5mm by 22mm and sits on the wrist at 6.6mm. Blue steel sword-style hands sit against a white dial with black-painted Roman numerals. The beaded crown offers a touch of blue on the tip to match the hands. 

The face of the watch is protected by sapphire crystal, and it is powered by a high autonomy quartz movement and is water resistant to 30 meters. The timepiece is paired with a black calf leather strap with a pin buckle. Whether one is thinking of this as a gift for a special lady in their life or for themselves, Cartier never disappoints. 

Price: $2,920

14.  OMEGA CONSTELLATION QUARTZ 28MM (REF. 131.10.28.60.11.001)

This is an excellent sporty dress watch from Omega. The Constellation comes in a 28mm stainless steel case, sits on the wrist at 8.5mm, and has a lug-to-lug measurement of 30.5mm. The dial is what immediately grabs one’s attention with its brushed, blush rose dial. 

The hands and indices are 18-karat white gold, and the bezel features Roman numerals in the same blush rose color as the dial, along with two half-moons “claws” as accent features. There’s a signature Constellation logo at 6 o’clock with an applied star below it. 

The timepiece is powered by Omega’s 4061 quartz movement, which boasts a long battery life of 48 months. The face of the watch is protected by a domed sapphire crystal. The solid caseback offers a constellation observatory medallion stamp. It’s paired with a stainless steel mono-rang bracelet with a butterfly clasp. 

Price: $3,200

15.  TUDOR CLAIR DE ROSE (REF. M35500-0004)

Tudor, owned by Rolex, is one of my favorite brands because they’ve matured in recent years, and I feel they offer timepieces that are 8 or 9/10ths of a Rolex at a fraction of the price. The Clair De Rose is simply pleasing to look at, but it’s also exceptionally well made. The stainless steel case has a polished finish and measures 30mm. 

The dial is an opaline color with eight diamonds marking some of the hours, mixed with blue Roman numerals and a lined inner pattern. The hands are blue, and there’s a steel screw-down winding crown with matching transparent blue spinel cabochon. 

The timepiece is powered by a self-winding caliber T201 in-house movement with a 38-hour power reserve. The face of the watch is protected by a sapphire crystal and is water-resistant to 100 meters. It’s paired with a beautiful 5-link bracelet with a folding clasp and safety catch. 

This watch shares some style cues with the previously reviewed Cartier Tank, though Tudor’s case is round. Cartier makes a stylish, elegant watch, but this Tudor bests it on nearly every level, in my opinion. Of course, that’s just my opinion, and one can’t go wrong with either. 

Price: $3,075

16.  TAG HEUER AQUARACER PROFESSIONAL 200 (REF. WBP2415.BA0622)

This is a dressy dive watch from Tag Heuer. The Aquaracer Professional 200 comes in several configurations. The one we’re examining here has a stainless steel case measuring 30mm and a steel rotating bezel to track dive time. 

The dial is a forest green with fumé mother-of-pearl, with a bit of a smoky finish. The hands are silver, and the hours are marked by diamond studs, except at 6 o’clock, where there’s a date window. There’s a TAG Heuer applique logo just below 12 o’clock.

Under the hood is the caliber 9 automatic movement with a 40-hour power reserve. There’s a screw-down crown with a steel caseback and a water resistance of 200 meters. The timepiece is paired with a 3-link stainless steel bracelet. The outer links are satin, and the inner links are polished for a refined finish. The bracelet offers a fold clasp and extension system. 

Price: $3,400

17.  BREITLING CHRONOMAT 32 (REF. A77310101L1A1)

The Breitling Chronomat 32 is sure to get noticed. Just imagine it’s nearly spring. St. Patrick’s Day has arrived. You’re a woman of substance and success… lawyer, doctor, whatever that looks like for you. 

You’re driving in your Mercedes, and you pull up where? To a McDonald’s drive-thru. Why? To order a shamrock shake because, despite your success, you’ve never forgotten your roots. As she hands you your shake, the young girl at the drive-thru counter-notices your mint-green, diamond-studded Breitling Chronomat and says, “Nice watch! What do you do for a living?” 

You tell her you started out just like her, and now you’ve got the world by the tail. You’re an inspiration! Ok, probably not. But after you’re done enjoying your ice cream-like lab experiment, and you’ve got the green stains on your blouse to prove it, you realize the Chronomat is a nice watch that looks just as stunning at McDonald’s as it does in a Michelin 5-star. No one will notice those stains because they’ll be staring at your watch. 

The stainless steel case measures 32mm, sits on the wrist at 8.5mm thick, and has a lug width of 16mm. The dial, as noted, is a lovely shade of mint green with silver hands, with a signature B for Breitling anchoring the seconds hand and diamond-studded silver indices marking the hours. 

There’s a date window at 6 o’clock. The timepiece is powered by Breitling’s COSC-certified super quartz and is water-resistant to 100 meters. Paired with a “Rouleaux” bracelet with a butterfly clasp, this is an elegant sports watch that shouldn’t be overlooked. 

Price: $4,800 

18.  CARTIER PANTHÈRE SMALL (REF. WSPN0006)

The main style difference between the Cartier Panthère Small and the Cartier Tank is the Panthère is dressier, whereas the Tank is more sporty. The stainless steel case measures 23mm by 30mm in a rectangular shape. 

The timepiece offers a white dial with black painted Roman numerals and sharp blue hands that match the blue spinel on the crown. This is a simple two-hand watch that is the essence of elegance. 

The watch is powered by a quartz movement with a stainless steel case back. It’s water resistant to 30 meters, which means it’s splashproof. This is a dress watch that isn’t made for sport. 

The timepiece is paired with a classy multi-link bracelet with a butterfly clasp. So if you like the style of the Tank but you’re looking for something a touch more sophisticated, this might be the watch for you. 

Price: $4,150

19.  GRAND SEIKO ELEGANCE STGK009G

Grand Seiko makes premium luxury watches that are as beautiful as they are well made. The Elegance model is both refined and classy. Grand Seiko is known for its stunning dials, and this one is no different. 

The mother-of-pearl dial with its silver sword-style hour and minute hands and sharp blue seconds hand is matched with blue marks that sit atop silver indices. There’s a date window at 3 o’clock. The stainless steel case, with its satin finish, measures 27.8mm, is 11.2mm thick, and has a lug-to-lug width of 33.5mm. 

The timepiece is powered by Seiko’s caliber 9S27 automatic movement with a 50-hour power reserve. The face of the watch is protected by a sapphire crystal and has a water resistance of 100 meters. The see-through caseback displays the automatic movement with its 35 jewels. The timepiece is paired with a stainless steel 3-link bracelet with a folding clasp. 

Price: $5,100

20.  JAEGER-LECOULTRE REVERSO CLASSIC MONOFACE (REF. Q2618140)

Jager-Lecoultre is a Swiss company that has its roots in clockmaking back in 1833. The Reverso Classic Monoface is another rectangular watch to consider in the style of the Tank and some of the others we’ve examined. The stainless steel case measures 35.78mm by 21mm and is 7.4mm thick. 

This is a thin, low-profile watch, which is always desirable in a dress timepiece. The dial features a vertical satin finish with an opaline center that appears sunken. This is a simple, classic two-hand watch. The bâton style hour and minute hands are a sharp blue with black numerals marking the hours. The case is polished and reflects light beautifully. 

The timepiece is powered by a Swiss quartz movement with 43 jewels. The watch is water resistant to 30 meters and is paired with a 5-link polished, beaded bracelet with a steel clasp. Jager-Lecoultre describes the Reverso Classic as “the essence of chic”, and I think that’s fair.

Price: $7,900

21.  VAN CLEEF & ARPELS ALHAMBRA WATCH SMALL (REF. VCARD21900)

Van Cleef and Arpels is a French luxury jewelry company founded in 1896 that makes their watches in Switzerland. They’re known for making trendy jewelry pieces that dazzle, but despite their trendy designs, their jewelry is known for holding its value in many cases. 

The Alhambra model has an unusual case shape. I’m not sure if it’s a cross or a clover, but it’s unique. The 18-karat gold case measures 26mm by 26mm. The fixed yellow-gold bezel features a beaded pattern around the edges. The dial is a rich onyx black with two yellow-gold hands. Other than the hands and logo at 12 o’clock, the dial is modern and clean without any other indices or markings, except for Swiss Made in gold at 6 o’clock. 

The watch is powered by a quartz movement and is water resistant to 30 meters. The timepiece is paired with a black satin strap with a yellow gold pin buckle. This design is sure to stand out, and if that’s what you’re looking for, it’s worth considering. 

Price: $8,400 excluding tax

22.  PANERAI LUMINOR DUE LUNA (REF. PAM01180)

Panerai is an Italian company founded in 1860 that makes its watches in Switzerland. The Panerai Luminor Due Luna is an attractive moonphase timepiece. The polished stainless steel case measures 38mm, sits on the wrist at 5.9mm thick, and includes a fixed smooth bezel and Panerai’s iconic crown guard. 

The dial is a sun-brushed white with yellow gold hands and numerals and markers that appear carved out. The dial features two registers, one with a moon phase with a dark blue night sky with a golden moon, stars, and clouds, and the other is a small seconds.

The timepiece is powered by an automatic mechanical P.900/MP calibre with a 3-day power reserve, anti-magnetism, and anti-shock. The watch is water resistant to 30 meters. It is paired with a dark pink alligator leather strap with a pin buckle. This is a handsome ladies’ watch that’s work adding to the collection. 

Price: $9,600 excluding tax

23.  CHOPARD HAPPY SPORT (REF. 278608-6001)

Established in 1860, Chopard is a Swiss watchmaking company. The Happy Sport has a stainless steel case that measures 33mm and 10.8mm thick, with an 18-karat rose gold bezel. The dial is silver with a guilloché center, rose gold hands, and a mix of Roman numerals and indices. From 5 o’clock to 7 o’clock are five diamond studs. It’s a substantial dress timepiece. 

The watch is powered by a self-winding 09.01-C movement with a 42-hour power reserve. The timepiece is water-resistant to 30 meters. It is paired with a blue alligator leather strap with a pin buckle. Chopard makes an excellent watch that is handsome and well done. 

Price: $8,215

24.  ZENITH DEFY MIDNIGHT BOREALIS (REF. 16.9200.670/34.MI001)

Zenith is a Swiss watch company that was founded in 1865. By 1999, Zenith was acquired by LVMH (Louis Vuitton). Designed to capture the essence of the aurora borealis (northern lights) seen in the arctic circle, the Defy Midnight Borealis model has a stunning dial. 

It’s a guilloché engraved dial with a gradient from midnight blue to emerald. Silver hands are set against the beautiful “lights display”, with a star anchoring the seconds hand, and there’s a date window at 3 o’clock. The hours are marked by diamonds, and the bezel is bedazzled in diamonds. The stainless steel case measures 36mm. 

The timepiece is powered by the Zenith Elite automatic movement with a 50-hour power reserve and is water resistant to 100 meters. The watch is paired with a stainless steel bracelet and clasp, which can be easily swapped out of other straps without the use of special tools. 

Price: $11,500

25.  PIAGET POLO DATE 36MM (REF. G0A46018)

Founded in 1874, Piaget is a Swiss company now owned by Richemont. The Polo Date is a refined timepiece. The brushed and polished cushion-shaped case is stainless steel and measures 36mm and 8.8mm on the wrist for a slim profile. 

The dial is blue with a lined horizontal pattern. The hands and indices are lined in 18-karat white gold, and each indice contains three brilliant cut diamonds. There’s a date window just above 6 o’clock, and the outer rim of the dial is ringed in white dots.

Under the hood is a 23-jewel automatic movement, the 500P1, with a 40-hour power reserve. The watch is water resistant to 50 meters. This model is paired with a stainless steel interchangeable bracelet with a folding clasp. 

Price: $14,300

26.  HUBLOT BIG BANG ONE CLICK STEEL DIAMONDS 33MM (REF. 485.SX.1270.RX.1204)

The Big Bang One Click Steel Diamonds by Hublot is modern, bold, and smooth, and comes across as sporty, rugged, delicate, and lovely all at the same time, like an iron fist in a velvet glove. 

The stainless steel case measures 33mm. The fixed bezel displays 36 stunning diamonds that ring the bezel behind a sapphire crystal. The dial is a polished black beauty with diamonds marking the hours and a date window at 3 o’clock. The hands are sword-style silver. 

The timepiece is powered by the HUB1120 self-winding movement with a power reserve of 40 hours. It’s water resistant to 100 meters and fitted with a black structured lined rubber strap with stainless steel deployant buckle clasp. 

Price: $14,600

27.  GLASHÜTTE ORIGINAL LADY SERENADE (REF. 1-39-22-09-16-04)

The Lady Serenade is an elegant timepiece. The bicolor case measures 36mm and sits on the wrist at 10.2mm thick. The case is a polished steel with a yellow-gold fixed bezel ringed in diamonds. 

The dial is a luxurious mother-of-pearl with yellow gold polished hands and Roman numeral applied indices, and there’s a date window at 6 o’clock. This is both an expertly crafted German watch and a stylish work of art. 

The timepiece is powered by an in-house automatic movement with a 40-hour power reserve. It’s water resistant to 50 meters and paired with a Louisiana alligator white/beige leather strap with buckle. For an additional price, there’s also a stainless steel bracelet option. 

Price: $14,100

28.  IWC PORTOFINO AUTOMATIC 34MM (REF. IW357406)

If you’re looking for something that sparkles, it’s hard to find a watch with more bling than the Portofino Auto by IWC. The solid 18-karat gold case measures 34mm and sits on the wrist at 8.6mm. 

The fixed gold bezel is ringed with diamonds, and even the lugs are wrapped in diamonds. The dial of the timepiece is an absolute stunner with 104 diamonds and embossed silver plating. Atop the shimmering dial are gold applique hands and a mix of Roman numerals and indices. 

The watch is powered by the 25-jewel 35100 caliber automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve. It’s water resistant to 30 meters and features hacking seconds, a quick change bracelet system, and the face is protected by a sapphire crystal. The timepiece is fitted with a black alligator leather strap with a solid gold buckle. 

Price: $20,500

29.  F.P. JOURNE ÉLÉGANTE 40 MM TITANIUM WHITE

The Journe Élégante is a unique timepiece that, on the surface, appears to be a traditional luxury watch; however, under the hood, it’s packed with the latest, cutting-edge technology. What further makes this model special is that all these high-tech instruments work seamlessly with old-school gears and movements. 

The titanium case measures 40 by 35mm and sits on the wrist at 7.35mm. The crisp white dial displays sharp blue hands and black painted numerals with a small seconds sundial at 6 o’clock and a visible gear at 4 o’clock. 

The electro-mechanical movement is wound when in motion; however, when the timepiece is motionless, the hands stop turning during standby, and the microprocessor continues keeping time while the gears and rotors stop. 

Then when movement resumes, those hands set themselves to the correct time. It’s water resistant to 30 meters and paired with a white rubber strap with a folding clasp. 

Price: Approx. $35,000

30.  ROLEX LADY-DATEJUST GOLD PRESIDENT (REF. 279178-0022)

The DateJust is Rolex’s workhorse and an icon that is instantly recognizable. The Lady-DateJust Gold President is a classic. The case is solid 18-karat yellow gold with a fluted fixed bezel and measures 28mm. 

The sunray yellow gold dial with raised gold Roman numerals, gold hands, and the Cyclops date window at 3 o’clock combine to create a timeless design that’s also well made and sure to last generations. This timepiece is made for a woman of substance. 

The watch face is protected by sapphire crystal, features a screw-down crown, and is water-resistant to 100 meters. 

It is powered by Rolex’s COSC-certified caliber 2236 automatic movement with a 55-hour power reserve and an accuracy of -2/+2 seconds per day. The timepiece is completed by the gorgeous President solid gold bracelet with concealed folding crown clasp. This is one to measure the others by. 

Price: $27,100

31.  BLANCPAIN LADYBIRD COLORS (REF. 3661 1954 55B)

Blancpain is a Swiss luxury timepiece manufacturer that was founded in 1735. They’re probably best known for their Fifty Fathoms diving watch, first released in 1953. The timepiece we’re examining here is from the Blancpain Ladybird collection. 

Their Colors model 3661195455B has a feminine quality with its liberal use of diamonds and purple. The solid white gold case measures 34.9mm, sits on the wrist at 9.2mm, and has a lug width of 18mm. The fixed bezel is ringed with diamonds, and the lugs are also wrapped in diamonds. 

The white mother-of-pearl-like dial offers two white gold baton hands, a central register ringed in diamonds with an intersecting smaller seconds register at 6 o’clock, also ringed in diamonds. The hours are marked in purple painted Roman numerals. 

The timepiece is powered by Blancpain’s caliber 1163 automatic movement and is water-resistant to 30 meters. The watch is fitted with a purple alligator leather strap with a folding clasp. There are ten different configurations in the Ladybird Color collection, and six different colors are offered. 

Price: $32,000

32.  CARTIER PASHA ROSE GOLD DIAMONDS (REF. WJPA0017)

The Pasha Rose Gold Diamonds is another work of art from Cartier. The 18-karat solid rose gold case measures 30mm and sits on the wrist at 8.2mm thick. The pink gold bezel is set with 42 brilliantly cut diamonds. The dial is a lovely opaline flinqué with sharp blue diamond-like hands and numerals painted black at 12,3,6 and 9. There’s a solid gold fluted crown cap and crow with a sapphire tip.

The timepiece is powered by a high-autonomy quartz movement and is water-resistant to 30 meters. Even the lugs on this watch are a thick solid gold and are fitted with a red alligator strap with an 18-karat gold deployant buckle. This timepiece also features a QuickSwitch system, which allows for the strap to be swapped for another without the use of watch tools. 

Price: $20,200

33.  BULGARI SERPENTI SPIGA (REF. 103658)

Are you a strange lady who likes snakes? Would you like one regularly wrapped around your wrist? If so, you’re going to want to check out the Bulgari Serpenti Spiga. Kidding aside, in many cultures, the serpent is a symbol of health and fertility. This is a unique design for a timepiece that is sure to be admired. 

The watch case is a solid 18-karat gold in the shape of a snake head or what they call a drop shape, which measures 35mm. The sides of the bezel are ringed with diamonds. The malachite, bright green dial with a horizontal line pattern is a stunner, with its pink gold hands and indices. The gold crown is capped with cabochon-cut rubellite.

The timepiece is powered by a quartz movement and is water resistant to 30 meters. The 18-karat solid pink gold, double-spiral bracelet is something to behold, with all its intricate patterns and diamonds. The design is both modern, sophisticated, and ancient in its symbolism. 

Price: $77,500

34.  PATEK PHILIPPE CALATRAVA LADIES (REF. 4997/200R)

Patek Philippe is one of the standard bears of Swiss luxury watches. This Calatrava Ladies timepiece is something to behold. The dial is mesmerizing with its embossed concentric wave pattern and lacquered purple, pink-gilt. The rose gold sword-like hands and gold indices are gratefully applied. The solid rose gold case measures 30mm, sits on the wrist at 7.4mm thick, and has a lug-to-lug width of 35mm. The fixed bezel is ringed with 76 .55 ct diamonds. 

The timepiece is powered by an in-house self-winding 240 caliber movement with a 48-hour power reserve, a balance spring, 6 bridges, and 27 jewels, all of which can be viewed through the open caseback. The watch is water resistant to 30 meters and fitted with a purple calfskin strap with a pin buckle. 

Price: $38,400

35.  VACHERON CONSTANTIN MALTE MANUAL-WINDING (REF. 81515/000R-9892)

Vacheron Constantin started as a clock-making company in 1775. Today they’re owned by the Swiss Richemont Group. The Malte is a classy ladies timepiece with an 18-karat solid pink gold case in a tonneau shape. The fixed pink-gold bezel is adorned with 50 round-cut diamonds. 

The case measures 34.4 by 28.4mm and sits on the wrist at 7.72mm. The dial features rose gold hands and applied gold indices with Roman numerals at XII and VI with a sunken small seconds hand register at 6 o’clock. 

The timepiece is powered by a caliber 1400 manual-winding movement with a 40-hour power reserve. The watch is water resistant to 30 meters and is fitted with a brown alligator leather strap adrillion buckle. 

Price: $36,200

36.  AUDEMARS PIGUET ROYAL OAK FROSTED GOLD (REF. 77353BC.GG.1263BC.01)

The Royal Oak is one of the most popular models offered by Audemars Piguet. The case of this fine timepiece is a solid 18-karat frosted white gold and measures 34mm, and sits on the wrist at 8.8mm. 

The fixed octagonal bezel is also solid white frosted gold and features eight distinctive screws. White gold hands and indices are set against a light blue Grande Tapisserie pattern dial with a date window at 3 o’clock. 

The watch is powered by a 28-jewel in-house automatic movement with a 50-hour power reserve and is water resistant to 50 meters. The timepiece is fitted with a hammered 18-karat frosted white gold bracelet with an AP folding clasp. 

Price: $60,300

37.  PARMIGIANI FLEURIER TONDA PF AUTOMATIC ROSE GOLD DEEP RUBY (REF. PFC804-2020001-200182)

The Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Auto is a distinctive vintage design. The rose gold case measures 36mm and sits on the wrist at 8.6mm. The fixed-knurled platinum bezel, with its sophisticated, polished surfaces, complements the timepiece well. 

18 karat rose gold skeletonized delta-shaped hands are set against a deep ruby dial with a grain d’Orge guilloché finishing. The hours are marked by hand-applied rhodium-plated raised indices with 12 baguette diamonds. 

The face of the timepiece is protected by a sapphire crystal. Under the hood is a 29-jewel in-house automatic movement with a 60-hour power reserve. The watch is water resistant to 100 meters. The timepiece is fitted with a rose gold bracelet with brushed inner links and polished outer links. 

Price: Approx. $60,000

38.  OMEGA AQUA TERRA ROSE GOLD DIAMONDS (REF. 220.58.38.20.99.002)

This timepiece is absolutely spectacular and sparkling. Omega describes the solid 18-karat case of this watch as Sedna gold. The case measures 38mm, sits on the wrist at 12.3mm, and has a lug-to-lug measurement of 45mm. 

The fixed rose gold bezel is ringed with diamonds. The same Sedna gold is used for the hands that are set against a dazzling display of 696 diamonds covering the entire dial. The hours are beautifully marked with marquise-cut blue sapphires, which always pair perfectly with diamonds. 

There’s more to this watch than just good looks. It’s also powered by a Master Chronometer certified caliber 8807 automatic movement with a 55-hour power reserve. It’s also anti-magnetic and anti-shock. The timepiece is water-resistant to 150 meters and is paired with a blue alligator leather strap that matches the blue sapphire indices. Every detail of this watch is done right. 

Price: $53,200

39.  ROLEX DAY-DATE 36 (REF. 128349RBR-0031)

The Rolex Day-Date is simply a classic. It’s hard to beat Rolex with their exceptional craftsmanship, their timeless designs, and the way they often hold and even increase in value. This configuration of the Day-Date is extra special. The case is made from solid 18-karat white gold and measures 36mm. 

The fixed white gold bezel is ringed in diamonds. The dial appears to my eye as a turquoise marble pattern with a day window at 12 o’clock and a Cyclops date at 3 o’clock. The indices and Roman numerals are lined in white gold and set with 24 diamonds for a stunning display. 

The timepiece is powered by an in-house 3255 automatic movement with a power reserve of 70 hours. The watch is water resistant to 100 meters, and the face is protected by a sapphire crystal. All this is paired with a President bracelet from Rolex in 18-karat white gold with satin outer links, polished inner links, and a concealed folding crown clasp. 

Price: $95,000

40.  PATEK PHILIPPE LADY NAUTILUS (REF. 7118/1R)

This is another charming timepiece from Patek Philippe. The Lady Nautilus is a solid rose gold cushion-shaped case that measures 25.2mm and sits on the wrist at 8.62mm. 

The brushed gold bezel pairs nicely with a silver opaline dial with a horizontal line pattern, gold sword-style hands, hour markers and numerals. There’s a date window at 6 o’clock for added functionality. The design is simple, modern, and yet vintage in shape. 

The watch is powered by a caliber 324 S C automatic movement and is water resistant to 60 meters. The timepiece is fitted with a rose gold bracelet with satin out links, polished inner links, and a fold-over clasp. Patek Philippe is the “gold standard” in luxury watches, and this model upholds that respected tradition. 

Price: $57,960

41.  JAQUET DROZ LADY 8 FLOWER (REF. J032003200)

Here is a truly special timepiece from Jaquet Droz, a Swiss company founded in the 18th century, named after its founder Pierre Jaquet-Droz, who built animated dolls and mechanical birds to help sell their watches. The Lady 8 Flower is a work of wrist art that has to be seen to be fully appreciated. 

Atop the case is an ornate pink jeweled flower behind a domed crystal. The 18-karat rose gold case measures 35mm and sits on the wrist at 12.76mm (there’s a second height of the encased flow, which is 17.60mm). The fixed bezel is set with 114 diamonds. The dial is an 18-karat red gold guilloché pattern with an 18-karat red gold butterfly that’s hand-painted and engraved. 

The timepiece is powered by a 29-jewel Jaquet Droz 615 automatic movement with a 38-hour power reserve. It’s water-resistant to 30 meters and has a rolled-edge brown alligator leather strap with a gold folding clasp. 

Price: Approx. $150,000

42.  RICHARD MILLE RM 07-02 AUTOMATIC SAPPHIRE SET

Richard Mille is a Swiss luxury timepiece maker founded in 2001 that specializes in rather extravagant clockwork watches, to say the least, and is excessively expensive. This model is typically sold in the seven-figure range, more than most people’s homes. The tonneau-shaped case of this watch is made from a single block of pink-tinted semi-translucent sapphire. 

In fact, Richard Mille says it takes nearly 40 days to machine and finish the case. The case displays the in-house skeletonized movement in 5N red gold for the pink version. There are also versions available in green, blue, pink, and brown. The case measures 32.9mm by 46.75mm and 14.35mm. 

One has to see the timepiece for themselves, as descriptions can’t capture it fully, but the dial is a mother-of-pearl, surrounded by gold and diamond, and seems to be designed to evoke a high degree of sensuality. The watch is powered by a caliber CRMA5 automatic movement. The timepiece is paired with a white rubber strap. 

Price: Approx. $1,000,000

Parting Thoughts

There’s so much variety to choose from in women’s luxury timepieces, and hopefully, this article has exposed you to some of the very best brands and models out there. 

Brands like Tissot, Hamilton, and Mido offer quality at a price. Brands such as Rolex, Omega, and Patek Philippe are at the higher end of the price scale but tend to hold their value. More extravagant brands like Richard Mille are likely out of reach, even for the bulk of the wealthy, but they are fun to explore. Whether you’re trendy or classic, sporty or sparkly, there’s something for everyone in this article.