As Halloween approaches, there’s no better time to embrace the spooky season than with a skeleton watch. These hauntingly elegant timepieces offer more than just a peek into their mechanical workings; they embody the beauty of precision and craftsmanship. Whether you take the skeleton concept literally and wear a watch with a skeleton on the dial, or more technically and wear a watch with striking skeleton cutaways, the concept is sure to impress. We have curated this list of our favourite skeleton watches for Halloween to showcase the variety that falls under this umbrella. There’s something for all ages, tastes and budgets. So read on to discover how you can bring both luxury and intrigue to your Halloween look!
Skeleton Watches for Halloween – Our Top Picks
Guess Men’s Blue Skeleton Dial Blue Silicone Strap GW0579G3
You may not think it at first, but blue and green are colours associated with Halloween. Appealing to a younger demographic, they make the holiday more fun and less scary. The blue skeleton dial of this watch exhibits a day sub-dial at 12 o’clock and a date sub-dial at 6 o’clock. In addition to this, the dial features green baton indices with green and blue hour, minute and second hands. Measuring 47mm in diameter, a black PVD-plated stainless steel case frames the dial. A blue screw-detailed bezel sits on top of this. Not only does it add to the overall design but it also adds elements of security. Within the case, and visible through the cutaways on the dial, is the watch’s quartz movement. Reliable and precise. it ensures accurate timekeeping. The case also aids the watch’s 50-metre water resistance rating, which confirms that it is a suitable choice for not just Halloween but everyday wear too. A blue silicone strap concludes the design of this skeleton watch; its pin buckle clasp offers great security.
While not your typical Halloween watch, this Guess model is still suitable for the occasion. Embracing the more fun side of the holiday, it lends a somewhat spooky and stylish look to the wrist.
TSAR BOMBA Elemental Series Automatic (43.5mm) Orange Skeleton Dial / Orange Silicone Strap TB8208A-01
This Tsar Bomba watch embraces the traditional colours of Halloween; orange and black. The tonneau-shaped orange skeleton dial offers the wearer a glimpse of the watch’s inner mechanism. In addition to this, the dial features white dot indices, silver-tone hour and minute hands, and an orange second hand. Allowing you to quickly read the time, even in pitch-black conditions, the dot indices and the hour and minute hands each feature an AlphaLuminex coating. Further enhancing this great legibility, a sapphire crystal encases the dial. Measuring 43.5mm in diameter, a black tonneau-shaped 316L stainless steel case and a matching bezel frame the dial. Within the case lies the watch’s automatic movement, and for an added touch, it can also be viewed through the exhibition case back. With unparalleled accuracy and reliability, it guarantees great precision. An orange silicone rubber strap concludes the design of this watch. Lightweight and flexible, it ensures all-day comfort.
This Tsar Bomba timepiece is frightfully cool! Hence it makes great sense that it is one of our favourite skeleton watches for Halloween.
Phillip Plein $KELETON $PECTRE HIGH-CONIC / Automatic Black Strap PWRAA0123
Bold skull designs are commonly used in Phillip Plein watches, and this model makes no exception. The silver skeleton dial exhibits a silver skull and crossbones at its centre; how fitting? And through the dial, the wearer can observe the movement within. The dial also features silver-tone baton indices with matching silver-tone hands for a cohesive look. Measuring 42mm in diameter, a stainless steel case, with toughened mineral glass, frames the dial. While on the smaller size, it is still extremely eye-catching. Moreover, it complements a variety of wrists, so it can be worn by fashionable men and women alike. Overleaf, the exhibition case back features a Phillip Plein-branded logo, and just like the skeleton dial, it allows the wearer to view the automatic movement that powers the watch. A textured black silicone strap concludes the design of this timepiece. With the skull and crossbones motif evident on the buckle and loops, it stays true to the brand’s unique aesthetic.
An absolute show-stopper, this Phillip Plein watch showcases the skeleton in more ways than one. Following the brand’s philosophy of ‘more is more’, it makes a great statement on the wrist.
Hamilton Ventura Elvis80 Skeleton Automatic (42.5mm) Black Dial / Black Rubber Strap H24535331
No ‘King of Rock and Roll’ Halloween outfit is complete without this Hamilton Ventura watch. Favoured by Elvis Presley himself, it stands out with its unique design and unconventional triangular shape. Within an all-black colour scheme, the iconic skeleton dial exhibits silver-tone baton indices, silver-tone hour and minute hands and a red second hand. The dial also features a red zig zag design at its centre; acting as a tribute to the classic electricity-powered Venrutal models of the past. Measuring 42.5mm in diameter, a triangular black PVD-coated stainless steel case, with scratch-resistant sapphire glass, frames the dial. This case safely houses Hamilton’s H-10 Automatic movement with an 80-hour power reserve. For an added touch the movement can also be viewed through the striking cutaways on the dial and the exhibition case back. A sleek and comfortable black rubber strap concludes the design of this distinctively different timepiece.
With a unique vintage flair, this Hamilton Ventura is easy on both the eye and the wrist. So why not dare to be bold and rock this skeleton watch on Halloween?
Swatch x The Simpsons AYE CARUMBOO (47mm) Black Printed Dial / Black Silicone Strap SB01Z105
While this Swatch x The Simpsons watch does not have a skeleton dial in technical terms, it exhibits a multi-coloured zapped Bart Simpson printed across it; his skeleton visible through the purple outline. As well as this, the matte black dial features yellow thunderbolt-shaped hour and minute hands and a silver-coloured second hand. Measuring 47mm in diameter, a matte black plastic case frames the dial. Alongside this is a matching matte black bezel, which also features the zapped Bart Simpson print. Big and bold, these details ensure the watch stands out on the wrist. Within the case lies the watch’s quartz movement. Reliable and precise, it ensures accurate timekeeping. Moreover, the 2 o’clock crown ensures the watch has a water resistance rating suitable for daily wear. A matte black silicone strap secures the watch on the wrist. With lightning bolts by the clasp and a continuation of the zapped Bart Simpson print, it’s the perfect finishing touch to this fun timepiece.
Perfect for watch and animation enthusiasts alike, this Swatch x The Simpsons watch places a spooky twist on your style.
What are your thoughts on our skeleton watches for Halloween? Will you be wearing one on 31st October? Let us know in the comments below!
