Best Women's Watches Under 1000 USD

Every woman needs a little more time in her life. Especially, when that time doesn’t cost an entire month’s paycheck. Here's a look at some of the best women’s watches for under $1,000 that offer everything from classic appeal to vintage styling, colorful whimsy and more.

A luxury watch is really only one of two things:

• A status symbol
• A very, very special gift – for Christmas, an anniversary present, graduation present, or if someone is really lucky Mother’s day or Father’s day

The watches on this list radiate a level of poise and elegance that you’d expect in this price range, along with high-quality finishes such as gold tones and diamond accents. The construction, design, and material are all top-notch and are not designed to top off your overall look, but be an integral part of your attire while also being reliable and functional.

Our Picks Best Women's Watches Under 1000$

1. Raymond Weil Women’s Stainless Steel Bracelet Watch

With silver-toned dial along with the roman numerals, it is pretty easy to read. The date window is at the 3 o’clock position, which is another advantage. 

The anti-reflective sapphire dial makes it easy for you to read. The 34 MM stainless steel case is another reason why you should go for it.

Don't Worry about the precise movement?

It uses Swiss quartz movement. It means that the analog display will always show you the most accurate time. The stainless steel band, along with double pushbutton closure, means that you can secure the watch with ease.

Another feature of this watch, which helps it stand out is that it is water-resistant up to 50 meters. It means that you can wear it during recreational swimming. With great aesthetics and high durability, there is no reason why you shouldn’t go for this watch.

Why We choose This Watch

• Stainless steel construction
• Date window at the 3 o’clock position
• 34 MM stainless steel case
• Swiss quartz movement
• Analog display
• Water-resistant up to 50 meters
• Highly durable
• Secure locking mechanism
• Water-resistant
• Anti-reflective Dial
• Aesthetically pleasing

2. Skagen Women’s Mesh and Glitz

The Women’s Mesh and Glitz watch from Skagen boasts an understated yet glamorous appearance. The stylish design features the brand’s signature mesh band as well as a slim, 28mm stainless steel case with mirror border. The dial is made from vertically brushed chrome and features 12 crystallised indicators that add to the luxury style of this timepiece. Although this watch appears as if it would be expensive, the price is incredibly affordable and budget-friendly.

Why We choose This:

• This 26mm Skagen slim minimalist watch features a vertically brushed dial with crystal indexes and three-hand movement. It is finished with a 14mm steel mesh band.
• Case size: 26mm; Band size: 14mm; quartz movement with 2-hand analog display; mineral crystal face; imported
• Stainless steel case with mirrored rim; chrome dial with crystal hour markers and silver-tone hands
• Stainless steel mesh band with adjustable fold-over clasp closure
• Water resistant to 100 feet (30 M): withstands splashes or brief immersion in water, but not suitable for swimming or showering

3. The Movado Heritage Datron Bracelet Watch

This watch is so sophisticated and can be dressed up or down, as you wish. It can easily be worn everyday, as the rose gold becomes your neutral element, or also for any special occasion.

It has a 31mm case, which is very feminine, and an adjustable bracelet so you can make sure it fits perfectly. The Movado Heritage Datron Bracelet watch is also very well created, with a Swiss movement and a sapphire crystal screen, which are both durable and resistant. 

The screen displays the date as well, as a nice touch. Even the finishes on the dial and screen are rose gold, which brings the look together. But let’s talk about the watch.

Why We choose This:

• Stainless steel bracelet watch with white dial featuring silver-tone Arabic numeral indices, second track, and date window at three o'clock position
• 28 mm stainless steel case with anti-reflective sapphire dial window
• Swiss quartz movement with analog display
• Five-row stainless steel band with push-button clasp closure
• Water resistant to 100 m (330 ft): In general, suitable for swimming and snorkeling, but not scuba diving

4. CAROL BESLER, INDEPENDENT WATCH JOURNALIST – TORONTO.

Brand: Mido. An often overlooked Swatch Group brand that shares movements with sister brands, including Tissot, and represents high-value entry-level luxury.

Model: Mido Belluna II Automatic, 33mm, with a mother-of-pearl sector dial and contrasting oversized Roman numerals. It reminds me of the Cartier Ballon Bleu, sans the creative crown.

Why We choose This:

 “The automatic, Calibre 80 movement, originally made for Tissot by ETA. It has a lower frequency – 3Hz (21,600vph) instead of 4Hz (28,800vph) – a high-performance Elinchron II balance spring, and an impressive 80-hour power reserve (compared to the standard 38h). The mainspring was made longer but thinner, allowing it to be coiled into a standard barrel size, thus saving space. It also incorporates a seconds hand, rare on a ladies’ mechanical watch. Proof that an over-priced, over-decorated timepiece is not the only option for women who want a top quality mechanical ladies’ wristwatch.

5. Victorinox Women’s 24663 Analog Display Swiss Quartz Silver Watch

This Victorinox watch has a relatively petite size, a case that measures 28mm in diameter. The dial is encased within the industry-standard sapphire crystal window. The watch also has a relatively large date window located over the three o’clock position.

Victorinox watches are always known for their efficiency in both performance and traditional design. The Victorinox 24663 Analog watch integrates a pretty classic look with its silver case and bracelet. The dial features Arabic numerals on a white backdrop. The markers and hands all feature a silver finish that accentuates the pristine background.

Why We choose This:

• Stainless steel bracelet watch with white dial featuring silver-tone Arabic numeral indices, second track, and date window at three o'clock position
• 28 mm stainless steel case with anti-reflective sapphire dial window
• Swiss quartz movement with analog display
• Five-row stainless steel band with push-button clasp closure
• Water resistant to 100 m (330 ft): In general, suitable for swimming and snorkeling, but not scuba diving

Terms to Know and What to Look for in a Luxury Watch

Let’s be real: if you’re spending a few grand on a luxury watch, you can look for whatever you like. Want a diamond skull with a gold snake wrapped around the eye sockets? We won’t try and talk you out of it.

We know that many of you are perfectly at ease with the terms we have used in the article to describe our choices, but here is a handy reference for horology beginners or those in need of a refresher.

Complications — The complications in watches are every feature apart from the hours and minutes hands. The term complication is referred to mechanical movements only (quartzes are excluded). The more functions a mechanical watch has the more gears inside the mechanism it requires, thus earning the name.

Brand — When you are talking about high-end or luxury watches, the brand is what it takes to assert if you are a connoisseur. Some are household names such as Rolex, while other ones are less well-known. That being noted, all of the ones we have selected utilize the highest level of workmanship in the horology field.

Design and Build — Traditionally, the majority of modern high-end and luxury watches are made in Switzerland. Yet there are noteworthy exceptions to that rule, with a few brands made in Germany and in Italy.

Materials — The standard material of the case is stainless steel, which can be coated with precious metal plating, or in true luxury watches, is made entirely of gold, platinum, or other precious materials, eventually with accents in precious gemstones.

 The wristbands, also called bracelets when made of metal, are generally made of some type of leather (from cow to alligator), metal, or rubber/silicon/plastic for the more sporty ones.

Glass — There are three kinds of glass in watches, scaled in durability and cost: plastic glass, mineral glass, and sapphire glass. Sapphire glass, which is standard in high-end watches, is the most costly, but also the most damage resistant and less prone to scratching.

Power Reserve — This number indicates the number of hours a mechanical watch can continue to run when fully wound. Automatic watches will keep charging themselves when worn. Alternatively, quartz watches can run about two years on a single battery.

Movement — The “movement” is what really defines a watch. Traditionally mechanical movements (either automatic or hand-wound) are what are preferred by true horologists, but quartz movements, introduced in the 1970s, are now found on many watches due to their extreme precision, durability, and compact size.

Water Resistance — You often see this reference stated in descriptions as “X meters water resistant.” While this is an industry-standard claim, you have to exert some caution.