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The budget speaks against sinfully expensive watches, and average is not desirable. Material, technology, functionality and design: You’re welcome to set the bar high for all criteria. Luxurious timepieces often cost less than 2000 euros – for style-conscious ladies and gentlemen. We show you the most beautiful watch models under 2000 euros.
Life companion with glorious relatives – of course from Tudor
Hans Wilsdorf’s collections not only exceeded expectations technically, functionally and aesthetically. He also had a feel for the needs of his clientele. Early on, the Rolex founder recognized that affordable timepieces with high quality were a gap in the market. Those looking for luxury watches up to 2000 euros still benefit from this today. Women discover the Glamour Date at Tudor. The 26mm case gives the automatic watch a feminine twist. There is hardly an occasion imaginable to which the duet of black dial and shimmering stainless steel does not suit.
The functional focus on the essentials is as appealing as the straightforward elegance: In addition to the time, which is accurate to the second, the robust watch reveals the date and is forgiving if it is not taken off when showering. It was created to accompany the owner constantly and for life. In this regard, it is a welcome side effect that the Tudor Glamour Date with 26mm diameter resembles a delicate design icon for ladies, which the famous sister company introduced in 1957.
Sporty unique Oris seeks individualist
How about diving watches protecting the habitats you explore with them? Grandiose! Then Oris hits the bull’s eye with the Aquis Date Upcycled ladies’ watches, which can be had for under 2000 euros and are nevertheless unique. PET plastics fished from oceans are responsible for the unique character. They are given the freedom to randomly combine during recycling. Each watch has a different effect on the multicolored dial, which is attractively framed by stainless steel and ceramic.
The manufacturer from Hölstein went through a changeful history, but nowadays it undoubtedly plays a role in the luxury watch segment. The sophisticated quality of the Oris Aquis Date is evidenced not least by the robust workmanship, which is equipped for adventures and is water-resistant to a depth of 300 meters. The feminine sports watch is just as impressive when snorkeling as it is at the beach bar, where it is sure to receive compliments. They are fabulous for making people aware of the pollution of the world’s oceans. This was exactly the vision of the Swiss brand when designing the unconventional luxury watches, for which 2000 euros is enough. Fancy a partner look? The colorful automatic watches are also available for environmentally conscious men with a sense of individual styling.
Ceramic designer watches with meditative spirit from Rado
Amateurs rarely spark when they read the name. Watch connoisseurs immediately prick up their ears at the Swiss manufacturer. Its history dates back to 1917, but it hit its peak in the 1980s. That’s when the brand introduced its first high-tech ceramic watches. Since then, it has been considered a competent pioneer when it comes to masterpieces made of the advanced material.
Rado recruits internationally renowned designers for the True Square collection, which also applies to the minimalist “Formafantasma” edition. In keeping with the brand identity, ceramics characterize the case and strap of the luxury watches, which can be landed for under 2000 euros. The quintessence of the material harmony is a great wearing experience: the material is super light and hypoallergenic. It is ideal for ultra-flat case designs that blend in with the wrist.
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Inspirationally pure, the Italian designers have designed the dial, who according to AD 2023 are among the 100 best creatives in interior, architecture and design. It wants to seduce you to pause, so that you remember the transience of existence and the value of social contacts. Rado succeeds in its mission with the True Square “Formafantasma”. It takes a moment to discover the hands that illustrate how limited our view can be today. Today with her to the conference and tomorrow with him to the parent band? For flying changes are open unisex automatic watches that surprise with 80-hour power reserve.
Heavenly views when looking at the watch thanks to Bell & Ross
Spend less than 2000 euros and reach for the stars – Bell & Ross fulfills this wish with the BR S Grey Camouflage. The quartz watch, which is suitable for everyday use, is carefully crafted from hard-wearing materials so that it can withstand extreme stress. The square design of the steel case, which evokes associations with cockpit instruments, is typical of the brand. The design of the dial of the Blue Diamond Eagle variant, which costs just over 2000 euros, resembles a view of the starry sky. Filigree metal applications unite to form the hour circle, which is framed by seven diamonds.
Bell & Ross has not arbitrarily arranged the noble decor on the BR S Diamond Eagle. It outlines the constellation eagle. The bird of prey is strong, lightning-fast and vigilant. The same goes for men, who track down the Swiss luxury watches with their eagle eyes and secure a gray specimen with a satin-look calfskin strap for 100 euros over 2000 euros. With the versatile design variant, gentlemen prove their stylistic flair at serious, elegant and casual appointments.
TAG Heuer Formula 1 Collection – affordable statement casual outfits
Elegant masterpieces are already waiting for their turn in the watch box. Unquenched is the occasional desire for casual accessories that step on the gas. For this purpose, TAG Heuer has the Formula 1 quartz chronographs up its sleeve. From the current portfolio, the racy green model catches the eye, with which you can dive down to 200 meters. A stately 43-mm case, a rubber strap with a racing tire look, and a bright, trendy color: the sports watch is an eye-catcher that exudes self-confidence.
Small budget, big performance – Longines Conquest
Is the personal pain threshold below 2000 euros when it comes to the everyday companion? A Swiss watch manufacturer shows great understanding for this: Longines. Since 1954, the Conquest family has thrilled with its high-performance technology and sporty elegance. A zoom in on the Longines V.H.P. GMT model reveals that the quartz timepieces have everything you’d expect from luxury watches suitable for everyday use.
The all-black design looks stylish – for leisure activities and business appointments. The excellently readable dial with date window ensures that you’re always on time, and not just in this country. Thanks to the GMT function, it also tells you the time of your business partner overseas. The solid material quality, conscientious workmanship and waterproof design prove their worth in an active lifestyle. Perfectly happy – for about 1000 euros.
