7 minimal men’s watches for under B11,000 in Bangkok
Slim, stylish and just about affordable.
9 years ago
1. Mondaine Classic
Where from: Switzerland
Styled after the traditional clocks on Swiss railway platforms, these watches made a big push in Thailand around five years ago, right when clean faces and slim cases were blowing up. But even now, they remain a rare sight on local wrists.
Price: B10,900
Shop at: M/F, Emporium, Sukhumvit Rd., 02-269-1000. BTS Phrom Phong
2. Daniel Wellington Grace
Where from: Sweden
Among a number of recently launched brands (it came out in 2011) that imitate en vogue traditional designs, Daniel Wellington has gained a big cult following, especially for its NATO straps. In turn, this has led a handful of online distributors to offer the pieces here.
Price: B7,425
Shop at: www.groovegroovy.com
3. Braun BN0021
Where from: Germany
This Braun classic comes straight from the era of Dieter Rams, the minimalist German designer responsible for many of the company’s now-iconic products.
Price: B5,700
Shop at: M/F, Siam Paragon, Rama 1 Rd., 02-690-1000. BTS Siam
4. Jacob Jensen Curve
Where from: Denmark
Jacob Jensen, the legendary Danish designer for Bang & Olufsen, died this year. This modern collection from the design house that now bears his name picked up honorary mention in the 2014 Red Dot Awards, with the addition of several new models for 2015.
Price: B7,900
Shop at: M/F, Emporium, Sukhumvit Rd., 02-204-2255. BTS Phrom Phong
5. Tsovet SVT-SC38
Where from: USA
The domed crystal, the chain-link bracelet, the block color seconds hand and clear hour markers all make this a retro gem.
Price: price TBA
Shop at: TimeDeco, 3F, CentralWorld, Rama 1 Rd., 02-252-6656. BTS Siam
6. Tathata
Where from: Thailand
This local watch name uses hand-dyed Thai leatherwork and Japanese quartz movements. Of the various different strap and case color combinations, we like the espresso on rose gold model.
Price: B4,800
Shop at: www.tathatabrand.com or 3F, Siam Center, Rama 1 Rd. BTS Siam
7. Simpl Monochrome Black
Where from: Thailand
Based in Bangkok, this brand specializes in minimal unisex fashion watches. The Monochrome Black features a PVD-coated matte black stainless steel case.
Price: B4,500 (currently reduced to B3,490)
Shop at: www.simplstyle.com
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