Question 1

Brown women's watches: leather or steel?

Accepted Answer

In our selection, steel clearly leads: nine watches out of ten. Leather is even less common here than on our other women's watches. Gold-tone or rose gold steel extends the warmth of the dial while remaining easy to wear, and is unaffected by rain or perspiration.

Question 2

Can you swim with a brown women's watch?

Accepted Answer

Only at 10 ATM, which applies to nearly one watch in six: pool, sea and light snorkelling. Most are rated at 5 ATM: occasional showering, but not swimming in a pool. At 3 ATM, limit yourself to rain and handwashing. Keep the crown always pushed in, and never use it in a sauna.

Question 3

What size should you choose for a brown women's watch?

Accepted Answer

The median diameter is 37 mm, and half of the models fall between 34.5 and 39 mm. On a slim wrist, stay around 34 to 36 mm; above 39 mm, the watch becomes a statement piece.

Question 4

Can a brown watch be worn with black?

Accepted Answer

Yes, provided you choose a gold or rose gold case that links the two. The contrast between brown and black is softer than it appears. For an entirely grey or navy outfit, a silver steel strap remains the most discreet choice.

Question 5

How do you care for a brown dial watch?

Accepted Answer

Wipe the crystal and case with a microfibre cloth. On a steel strap, a soft toothbrush removes dust between the links. Avoid abrasive products on gold finishes and keep the leather dry.

Brown Women's Watch

Fossil ES4258 Stainless Steel Brown Men's Watch

Festina F16733/2 Rose Gold Stainless Steel Brown Dial Women's Watch

Festina F16729/1 Rose Gold Stainless Steel Brown Dial Women's Watch

Festina F16865/1 Brown Stainless Steel Women's Watch

Festina F16801/1 Bronze and Brown Rhinestone Set Dial Women's Watch

Emporio Armani AR5891 Chocolate Silicone Strap Women's Watch

Emporio Armani AR0672 Brown Dial Stainless Steel Women's Watch

Guess W0016L4 Chronograph Ornate Bezel Watch

Burberry BU9754 The City Chronometer Stainless Steel Rose Gold and Brown Dial Watch

Burberry BU9358 Chronometer Smoke Check Stainless Steel and Black Leather Watch

Marc Jacobs MBM3167 Amy Stainless Steel Chocolate Dial Women's Watch

Michael Kors MK5502 Bradshaw Chronograph Gold Stainless Steel Women's Watch

Casio A158WEA-9EF Silver Unisex Watch

Fossil Jacqueline ES4100 Brown Women's Watch

Fossil Perfect Boyfriend ES4146 Silver Women's Watch

Marc by Marc Jacobs Marci MBM3171 Two-Tone Rose Gold and Brown Women's Watch