Round-UpThe Top 10 Daniel Wellington Watches In India

Daniel Wellington watches have captured imaginations, style and superior craftsmanship in a simple monochromatic dial combined with their famous NATO straps. Their simple, direct and no-frills approach to horology have made them a rage among millennials and lovers of minimalism. The Swedish founder Filip Tysander says that he never designs anything he will not love. Like any other love story, the beginnings of this one too was in a chance encounter. It was when Filip met a British gentleman named Daniel Wellington who wore his watches with old NATO straps during his travels. The clean, simple and unorthodox approach captured Filip’s eye for aesthetics and had him grabbing his design pad to emulate that design philosophy.

Thus, came the trademark style of Daniel Wellington watches: simple clean dials and NATO straps. In fact, straps are interchangeable making it an easy statement piece with as many customisations as the wearer likes. The formal understated dial when bunched up with the colourful striped fabric strap rose to popularity precisely because it was never seen before. Usually, the idea is that a formal dial gets a leather strap but here that very notion was turned around on its head. Instead, this became the quirk factor for such watches, giving it an edge among its competitors.

The clean and precise dial with its detail-oriented design has become the go-to timepiece for the British, especially. They feel the rad watch is pleasing to the eye and easy on the pocket too. Its X-factor though can be attributed to its great design. Simple, clean and sharp—a classic in any other word. Minimalism in design has had many moments in history—Bauhaus in Germany, Japanese aesthetic principle of open spaces called Ma, and the modern design movement in the Scandinavian countries in the 1950s. All drive at the point that clean boundaries help focus on the essence of the object as the design focuses on the basics and basics only. This is particularly true of Daniel Wellington’s Classic collection as they prevail over time and become a statement piece for the wearer. If you’ve always dreamed of sporting them, we list out our top 10 to help you pick a keepsake beyond time:

Top Five Picks For Men:

Classic Black Cornwall

The Classic Black is a watch series by Daniel Wellington where style and statement reach their pinnacle. After all, black is the ultimate power colour. It exudes strength and solidity, which is what the Classic Black Cornwall conjures up. Coming from their flagship Classic collection, the Cornwall will captivate any onlooker with its bold 36 or 40mm dial and 18mm strap.

Classic Sheffield

The Classic Sheffield watch flaunts a look that can never go out of fashion. Its simple clear eggshell white dial and black leather strap have been a formal look since the beginning of timepiece design. The no-nonsense straight indices give a geometric appeal, which makes it an essential minimalist timepiece for any wardrobe. You can pick your dial size from 36mm or 40mm while the rest of the dimensions—20mm strap width, Japanese Quartz movement and 6mm case thickness all remain the same. The same dimensions come as part of the simplicity.

Classic Cambridge

With a name like Classic Cambridge, the august architecture of the university town come to mind. And yet the multi-coloured striped NATO strap brings in the playfulness of the youth that walks into the university’s corridors to become esteemed scholars of the world. Cambridge comes as British as it can by wearing the same colours of the British flag in the strap. Ideal for work and after, you can take your pick from rose gold and silver details, too.

Classic St Mawes

The dark brown leather strap has been a staple for the stylish in the Classic St Mawes. Engineered to perfection, the crisp white design lends it a contemporary touch. A watch like this is for an icon not afraid to wear a legacy with a modern outlook.

Classic Bayswater

Yearning for the sea? Wear the Classic Bayswater with its deep midnight blue NATO strap that brings the adventurous vibe to your wrist. The specs remain the same and so does the eggshell white, but the Classic Bayswater promises a new vibe, fresher, fun and undeniably, elegant.

Top Five Picks For Women:

Classic Southampton

From the fastest watchmaking company growing in Europe comes the Classic Southampton. The round shape with a 36mm white dial and a clean steel case is thrown into sharp contrast by their iconic Nato straps. The summery look embodies the spirit of Hampshire. The Nato straps echo the nautical spirit of Hampshire that is known to be a converging point for the Rivers Test, Itchen and Hamble. For those who are looking to add a dash of fun to their refined watch, this is a must grab. The watch model comes with either rose gold or silver trim lines, making the metal glint in clean sleek lines.

Classic Petit Ashfield

Beating with a perfect Japanese quartz heart, the black dial of the Classic Petit Ashfield can make you stop in your tracks. The bold beauty’s ultra-thin design stands strong on the wrist as you put the matte black mesh strap on. Details can be found in rose gold or silver, making you take sides against both the incredibly alluring metallic accents. If you’ve got the metal fever, it may be a good idea to pair it up with the Daniel Wellington classic cuff. Coming from the Petite line of timepieces, the dial only measures 28mm as opposed to the conventional 32mm.

Classic Petite Bondi

The other landmark colour, besides black, has always been white that embodies cleanliness and purity. The Classic Petite Bondi, awash with the neutral shade, is a beautiful lightweight for your wrist. From the leather strap to the 32mm dial, the watch is a fresh fashion statement. The Petite Bondi can be used in contrast with darker outfits or breezy silhouettes to keep your look energised through the course of the day. For those looking to personify grace with this piece of jewellery, pick rose gold details for a warmer look.

Classic Durham

Looking for some adventure and have a real gender-bender? The Classic Durham with its gorgeous brown leather strap comes in two options—a 36mm or 40 mm dial. There is more to the strap than what meets the eye. Made from genuine American leather, the Durham is treated with vegetable oil to give it an impressive tautness. You can tell how the leather is treated when the patina comes out in a range of subtle shades especially when it is bent and strapped on the wrist. The eggshell white face and Rose gold-toned hands and indices set against the warm hue of Brown spell harmony.

Classic Petite Sterling

The Classic Petite Sterling has a silver mesh strap, an eggshell white dial available in 28 inches and 32 inches. In other words, the Sterling embodies the simple classic design philosophy of Daniel Wellington perhaps best from the lot. The mesh strap is casual chic meets refined relaxation. You can seamlessly take your day from work to recreation and the watch will fit both settings stylishly.