Top 5 Minimalist Watches for Men on a Budget
As we continue to make leaps and bounds into crazy technology and intricate systems, some of us long for a taste of simplicity once in a while. While the world of EDC is a true testament to minimalism, why not simplify other items we carry on a day to day? Minimalistic watches feature simple, clean-cut designs and are often lacking the complications of subdial clusters and tech features. A minimalistic watch is an ideal timepiece to pair with both your business casual attire and your weekend polo and jeans.
Germany is renowned for its skillful engineering and Junghans is a brand partly responsible for this image. Every timepiece is designed with classic craftsmanship in mind without trying too hard; instead, a statement is created through an almost scientific watchmaking process that has been in place since 1927.
The Max Bill family was a genius collaboration for the brand; they used the eponymous designer’s understated aesthetic to complement their own basic design principles and the result is, in short, a minimalist’s wet dream.
Although most famous for watches, Skagen operates an umbrella company dedicated to a menagerie of discreet products and – surprise, surprise – they’re from Denmark, where practical minimalism reigns supreme.
Now based in the US under the Fossil Group, the brand’s founding ideals are still ever present in every design produced.
The ‘Ancher’ line is indicative of Skagen’s subtle approach and offers very little in way of detail. The appeal lies in a style so clean that it’s almost clinical – index markers, no numerals and a single brand detail to the dial.
As a brand, MVMT watches have grown from strength to strength. There isn’t a day that goes by that I’m not exposed to their presence on social media. This overexposure typically renders a brand desperate and of low quality, but MVMT watches have created for themselves their own market. Their watches are typical of contemporary design combined with quality watch construction that makes a watch both versatile and super sleek. Throw an automatic movement in there and call it a day!
The Orient Bambino V3 Gen 2 has been known for its contemporary feel, a far cry from the classic and antique motifs of the earlier models. Its minimal look is translated through clean, vertical lines and rectangular hands. This symmetry is mirrored by a subtle sunburst dial, which also provides a gentle gleam and clear depth in design. Aside from these modern elements, the Version 3 is a Bambino through and through, carrying its signature domed crystal and domed dial, along with the dual-finish sandwich-style case.
The Weekender line – long lauded by many as the best watch you can buy under $50 – just got an upgrade in the Fairfield. It’s bigger, cleaner, and exudes the same timeless sense of style that I love about the Weekender.
Priced ranging from $52 to $65, the Fairfield retains a low price point- though it’s more expensive than the older versions.
Timex is following a clear trend in watch style, where simple and minimal win out over complicated and elaborate. It pairs this new look with some adventurous straps (beyond the grey leather we’ve got pictured here), and of course, it’s as easy as ever to change said strap if you’re looking to mix it up.
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