Each one of us women has a unique style which we strive towards and each look is inspired by an era, whether that be the from the 1930’s or current. It is without question that fashion has evolved and is still constantly changing.
You may be looking for an accessory that would be perfect for a single outfit, a themed party perhaps or just a watch for your everyday attire, whatever the occasion we have a few recommendations on watches that suit an era.
1920’s
Fashion in the 1920’s era was simple and consisted of duller colours such as grey, black, brown, navy and olive green. Accessories were not of bold nature and would always match the outfit that was worn.
Junghans Max Bill Ladies Quartz
For this watch to be the perfect match for your 1920’s themed attire it would need to be a navy blue outfit. This Junghans model is the perfect combination of class and sophistication with a navy blue strap and gold case. The design of this watch is not over complicated with slender markers and date display on the dial, a good representation of the 1920’s era.
1930’s
The 1930s, also known as the forgotten era, was overshadowed by the Great Depression, however, the fashion in this era was one of a kind. In the summer months, women tended to gravitate towards saturated pastels such as peach, rose pink, lilac, sea green and sky blue and in the winter colours were similar to that of the 1920s with shades such as chocolate brown, tan, grey, rust and black.
Ted Baker Women’s Rose Gold Case Rose Gold Dial
For those looking to wear a summery pastel attire this watch is well fitted to the 1930’s era with a saturated pastel pink strap and rose gold case. This watch is not only attractive looking it also features date display and is water resistant up to 30m. For an elegant 1930’s summery look this watch is a perfect match.
Limit Woman’s Limit Watch
Alternatively, if you are searching for an accessory with a darker wintery feel then this Limit watch might be a great addition to your 1930’s outfit. It features a chocolate brown strap and gold case in a classic style. Limit are on the lower end of the spectrum in price if you are looking for a timepiece which looks good for a reasonable price.
1940’s
Fashion during the 1940’s era favoured the hourglass shape, a tiny waist and full hips and dresses catered for this look even if a women’s body shape was not naturally an hourglass. Colours in this era were bold, mostly primary colours such as red, blue, green, black and white. It was also fashionable to wear patterns rather than just saturated colours.
Thomas Sabo Ladies Glam Chic Green Leather Green Dial
This Thomas Sabo watch is a great combination of bold and colourful with a green strap and gold case. This model is certainly one which catches the eye, perfect for those dressing up for the era of the 1940s, one bold and full of colour. It features a crystal set bezel as well as a sturdy leather strap, great as bold an accessory to add to 1940’s outfit and everyday wear.
Product code: WA0255-276-211-33
1950’s
The 1950s was a frustrating era for women in terms of fashion as in the 1940s whilst the men were away for the war they gained independence and started to work and earn money for themselves. More restrictions were applied to women’s fashion such as length of dresses and skirts and types of clothing women were allowed to wear. Colours of this era included coral, mint green, cream and dark green and dark blue.
Cath Kidston Ladies Navy Polka Dot Richmond Watch
Polka dots were one of the most recognised patterns of this era and this Cath Kidston timepiece represents the 1950’s well. It features a navy blue outset with a gold case and a floral dial. The functionality of this watch is simple however it is a trendy model which would be perfect with 1950’s attire.
1960’s
The sixties was the era of the mini skirt which changed the fashion industry forever. Whilst the fifties was more restrained and conservative but the sixties was the opposite which included bright colours and tie-dye styles and colours included lime, red berry, teal blue and pale blues and pinks.
Paul Hewitt Unisex Sailor Berry Material Strap
This unique timepiece by Paul Hewitt features a red berry material strap and simple gold case with a white dial. It is a watch powered by precision quartz and displays a classic design with roman numerals and markers. The unique feel to this watch is a great representation of the 1960’s era as it was a time of new age fashion.
Product code: PH-SA-R-SM-W-19S
1970’s
The era of the 1970’s it started flamboyant however in the late seventies colour almost disappeared shades consisted of greys, whites and blacks. It was also in this decade that glam rock appeared in both music and fashion, in light of this we picked a watch that fits the glam rock of the seventies.
Thomas Sabo Woman’s Glam Spirit Black Steel Mesh Strap Black Dial
This watch not only matches the era of glam rock with its bold black strap and case, but it is also a timepiece that models sophistication. This watch can be worn for both formal and informal occasions and is perfect for those with a rockstar within. The watch itself has a minimalist style but is a great addition to glam rock attire.
Product code: WA0277-202-203-33
1980’s
The eighties was an era of big hair, jazzercise, bold colours and slogan t-shirts; parents of this era were forever trying to remove the hairspray stains from their bathroom. The colours of this era reflected the upbeat mood of the decade which included bright pinks, blues and purples.
Lacoste Women’s 12.12 Watch Blue
Surprisingly enough it was in this era that the brand Lacoste took off and was seen on polo shirts, cardigans, gold jackets and sweaters alike, so for a watch that fits the ages not only does the colour and material match this era but also the brand itself. This Lacoste timepiece is in an all blue and features the all-important crocodile on the dial. For durability, this model is made from rubber well matched to the eighties as it was a time of using different materials to make clothes such as spandex for pants.
1990’s
The nineties came in with a bang after the vibrant fashion of the eighties, although it was a decade of many fashion disasters that we actually paid money for, it was also a time of famous trend-setting such as dungarees and slip dresses, the early nineties came with it the arrival of neon colours.
Superdry Women’s Urban Pink Silicone
To represent this neon era Superdry has taken a spot to present nineties fashion. This watch is pink all over, with the strap, dial and markers the same vibrant pink. Although it is made up of a bright pink the design itself is minimalist, another trend which began in the nineties after the flamboyant eighties. This watch is made from durable silicone and is also water resistant up to 50 metres, so it’s perfect if you want to go for a swim.
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