Functional, stylish wrist watches perfect for graduation, Mother’s & Father’s Day gifting
The humble analog or digital wristwatch may seem like an antiquated relic of the past, but there are still plenty of reasons to invest in one for yourself or when gifting others.
Whether you're celebrating a graduation milestone or marking Mother’s Day or Father’s Day, a watch carries a sense of occasion that goes beyond the moment. It’s both timeless and personal, making it a thoughtful way to honor where someone’s been and where they’re headed next.
Here's why you should consider it.
Fewer distractions
While your phone is an easy way to tell the time, it can be easy to get distracted by endless notifications throughout the day that beckon you to scroll away.
Instead of succumbing to all those alerts, switch to an analog watch so you can glance down to see the time and go about your life.
Style
A great watch can instantly make you look "put together" thanks to the combination of style and utility.
Add a simple leather-band watch to your favorite suit to look even more professional, or elevate the mood of a casual and comfortable day-off ensemble with a shiny gold or silver timepiece.
Watch faces can be wearable works of art, too. Popular examples are the mother-of-pearl face, a feminine, luminous look that elevates any outfit, or so-called "skeleton" watches that showcase the full mechanisms behind the movement, adding transparency and interest to your accessory.
An appreciation for craftsmanship
Watch prices range from the very affordable to the astronomically expensive, but connoisseurs of every budget can appreciate the craftsmanship that goes into watchmaking regardless of the monetary value.
Below, we've offered a variety of price points, with options ranging from less than $60 for a Casio classic to $2,195 for a breathtaking, special-edition Citizen men's watch that would make a stunning gift for a special occasion.
Keep reading to shop these and more of our top picks for men's and women's watches.
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Men's watches
G-Shock watches are always a top pick for men thanks to their combination of style, tough construction and relatively budget-friendly price point. Seiko and Bulova are more classic, business-oriented pieces to check out if you're in a suit regularly.
Bulova Men's Millennia Diamond-Accent Gray Stainless Steel Bracelet Watch 42mm
- $263
- $525
- Macy's
Women's watches
Top picks for women include Citizen's new Fio series, featuring gorgeous, feminine timepieces that are great alone or with a bracelet stack. We also love Rag & Bone's Carrie bracelet watch and it's unique face, as well as classic options like the Baby G.
Stuhrling Womens 4083 Bezel Chronograph Watch with Mother of Pearl Dial and Silver Bracelet Watches
- $298.50
- $995
- Macy's
