Ice-Watch ICE Forever White Women's Silicone Strap Wristwatch - Waterproof Fashion Watch for Everyday Wear, Sports & Casual Outfits

I was surprised that I liked this watch as much as I do. It is certainly not a Chanel or Tag Heuer. I get a lot of compliments on this watch. The brand is virtually unknown outside of Europe. I have seen these watches in retail shops in Europe for double the price you get on Amazon. The silicon is nice because it is soft and doesn't dig in like steel when it presses against something or bending the wrist, but it doesn't get smelly or dirty the way cloth or leather can. I thought it would be very prone to scratches but so far, there is nothing noticeable (9 months of wear, 4 or 5 days a week). The rotating bezel is useful, and I like a watch with the date. The tritium glow in the dark indicators are almost useless. They essentially have to be charged in direct light and if you wake up during the middle of the night you won't be able to see it, I'm sure of it; I have a Tag Heuer Formula One and it really glows. Very well. It also cost me about 30 times more than this watch. If you really like the look of ceramic watches and aren't planning on spending hundreds or thousands, but you don't want something entirely made of plastic like the Baby G or a Swatch, this is a great choice. Some of them are bright and funky like a Swatch, and some of them are simple and clean. There's one for virtually any taste. It's a great casual watch, not fancy, but for about the same price as a Timex or Casio, it is far more pleasing to look at. And who needs 6 chronometers and digital this or that? If you're looking for a simple, clean, solid, versatile, cute watch in the $50 range, Ice Watch is fantastic. Not as well known as Swatch, but I've been in love with mine and I will more than likely get several more of them this year. I chose the white one because it matches with virtually any choice of clothing, but I adore some of the brighter colors and two-tone colorways. I think these also make great gifts, especially for girls (watches seem to be a symbol of success and maturity, as gifts). -S.K., Zurich, Switzerland