Watch Size Guide for Small Wrists UK: What Size to Buy
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Watch Size Guide for Small Wrists UK: What Size to Buy
The most common reason a watch gets returned is that it looks too big. A case that sits wider than the wrist looks awkward, and the lugs hang over the edge. The fix is simple: measure your wrist, then pick a case size that fits it.
How to measure your wrist
Wrap a strip of paper or a soft tape measure around the wrist bone, where the watch will sit. Mark where it meets and measure the length. As a rough guide, a wrist under about 16cm suits a case of 32mm to 36mm. A wrist of about 16 to 18cm suits 36mm to 40mm. Larger wrists suit 40mm and above. It also depends on how you like to wear it, so treat this as a starting point.
32mm: the Paris range £185
Gold or rose gold mesh bracelet · 32mm · Sapphire crystal · Japan quartz
The smallest we make, and slim on the wrist. A mesh strap sits like jewellery and adjusts closely. Paris Green has a green dial in gold; Paris Rose Pink has a pink dial in rose gold.
Best for: Small wrists, and anyone who wants a slim, dressy watch.
36mm: Toupe, Peach and 14 Moments
36mm · Sapphire crystal · Japan quartz
Toupe and Peach (£89 each) are 36mm rose gold on Italian leather straps. The 14 Moments range (£230) is also 36mm, with diamond accents and Arabic numerals. 36mm is the most versatile women’s size and suits most wrists.
Best for: Small to medium wrists, and anyone who wants a classic women’s size.
40mm: the smaller men’s watches
40mm · Sapphire crystal
If you prefer a bigger watch, or you are buying for a man with a smaller wrist, 40mm is the place to start. Frosted Royal Gold (£240) and Frosted Royal Silver (£240) are 40mm. Tokyo Brown (£165) and Green Rubin Motorsport (£310) are 40mm too. Our 42mm and larger watches suit bigger wrists.
Best for: Medium wrists, and anyone who wants a watch that is easy to wear every day.
Shop Frosted Royal Silver 40mm £240
Watch Size How to Choose
| Your wrist | Try |
| Under about 16cm | 32mm Paris or 36mm Toupe, Peach, 14 Moments |
| About 16 to 18cm | 36mm or 40mm: Frosted Royal, Tokyo Brown |
| Larger | 42mm and above: Supreme, Rainbow Edition |
Size questions
What if it does not fit? You have 28 days to return it, and every watch has a 24-month warranty.
Can a mesh or leather strap be adjusted? Mesh straps adjust to the wrist. For leather straps, choose the case size first and check the strap length against your wrist measurement.
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