How to choose the right watch size for your wrist?
A watch is more than a way to tell time, it’s a finishing touch. The detail that pulls everything together. But just like your favorite bag or piece of jewellery, finding the right size makes all the difference.
Too large, and it can feel overwhelming. Too small, and it may disappear into your look. The perfect watch sits effortlessly on your wrist; balanced, comfortable, and unmistakably you. Here’s how to find yours.
Start with your wrist size
Before anything else, it's about understanding your wrist. Wrap a measuring tape around your wrist where you would normally wear your watch. As a general guide:
Women's wrist sizes
- Smaller wrists (14–16 cm) tend to suit smaller watch case sizes
- Medium wrists (16–18 cm) work well with mid-sized watches
- Larger wrists (18 cm+) can carry bigger, bolder designs
Men's wrist sizes
- Smaller wrists (16–18 cm) tend to suit smaller to mid-sized watch case sizes
- Medium wrists (18–20 cm) work well with mid-sized to larger watches
- Larger wrists (20 cm+) can carry bigger, more statement designs
If your wrist is more delicate, smaller cases tend to feel naturally in proportion. If it’s slightly wider, a larger case can create more balance. These are simply guidelines. What matters most is how it feels when you wear it.
Find you ideal case size
The case size refers to the diameter of the watch face and has a strong influence on how a watch looks and feels on the wrist.
Both women’s and men’s watches are designed with the same clean, minimalist aesthetic differentiated by proportion. From delicate and understated to bold and contemporary, each size brings its own character, so you can choose the one that feels most like you.
Case sizes for women’s watches
Designed with refined proportions that feel effortless and elegant, whether you prefer something subtle or more expressive.
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Small watch cases 21-25 mm
Belisenna, Fluette, L’Ovale, Gracieuse Petite, Gracieuse Mini, Féroce Mini
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Medium watch cases 26-31.5 mm
Gracieuse, Retro 70s Mini, Féroce Petite, La Tétragone, Boho Chic Petite
Case sizes for men’s watches
Designed with broader proportions to create a stronger wrist presence, while staying true to our signature minimalism.
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Medium watch cases 35-40 mm
Quadrus (Multifunction), Quartaut Chrono, Vigoureux Chrono, Aravis 3-Hand
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Large watch cases 40.5-42 mm
Anthéor (Multifunction), Aravis Dual Timer
It's all in the details
But size alone doesn’t tell the whole story. Design plays just as much of a role. Two watches with the same size can look completely different on your wrist, and that comes down to these subtle details.
The shape of the case makes a noticeable difference. Square or rectangular watches often appear larger than round ones, even when the measurements are the same. The strap also plays its part: a slim leather strap feels delicate, while a metal bracelet adds more presence. Even the dial design influences how a watch is perceived. A clean, open dial can feel slightly larger and more refined, while a thicker bezel or more detailed design can make a watch appear more compact.
Find what feels right
There’s no single “correct” watch size, only what feels right for you. Some prefer a watch that feels barely there, while others choose something more defined. Both are timeless in their own way.
The right watch is the one that feels effortless, one that complements your style and becomes part of your everyday. A piece you reach for without thinking, because it simply feels right.
Explore our collection of women’s watches and men’s watches, and find the one that fits your wrist, your style, and your every day.