Time goes by…so slowly. We’re at the cusp, 2021 is almost here. We see you looking at your watches, we see you waiting for the clocks to turn and the celebrations to begin. Might as well have a good new one to look at.

Or gift one to a friend or a family member who deserves some of these very stylish, very holiday-friendly time-telling devices (aka watches). Check out some of VMAN’s top picks for best watches to gift this holiday season.

Tom Ford 002 Ocean Plastic Watch ($995)

This watch is as eco-friendly as it gets, being made from 100% Ocean Plastic (plastic waste), from the case and the dials, down to Tom Ford’s signature braided strap. It’s a piece that manages to be sleek and discreet while being deceptively comfortable.

Hugo Boss Khaki Plated Watch ($175)

From a discreet watch to one that’s slightly more flashy, although not by much. The holiday season is the perfect time to bring a little more color to the accessories, which this Hugo Boss Khaki plated and blue silicone strapped watch manages to bring in subtle but not too subtle shades. 

CITIZEN Chandler ($158)

The CITIZEN Chandler military watch has a durable camel colored strap and navy blue dial, which are both good things. But then, it’s also powered by light. Any light, no battery needed. If that’s not a metaphor for a bright future, what really is?

Omega De Ville Prestige ($3850)

This watch screams class and “I’m probably richer than you, but I won’t show too much of it.” The sun-brushed black dial, the roman numerals on the dial, a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal protecting the dial, does one need to go on? 

Shinola’s The Duck ($695)

The perfect accompaniment for an adventure sport activity, or even a holiday weekend spent hiking in nature (and, hopefully, not getting lost), this watch’s water-resistance and stainless steel design make it a tough one to crack. But its luminescent design also renders it great for a night on the (virtual) town.

Diesel MS9 Three-Hand Blue Denim Watch ($105) 

On the website, the color of the watch strap is actually listed as “blue jeans.” If nothing, it’s a way to create an outfit that’s coordinated from head to wrist to toe in a way that only Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake could. Plus, the watch is timeless and features a silver sunray dial, so not a bad option either way.

Armani Three-Hand Matte Red Aluminum Watch ($195)

This Emporio Armani watch has a matte purple dial, a matte red aluminum mesh bracelet, and iridescent red dials. If that doesn’t scream “the colors of Christmas!” to you, then you could get it in alternate (just as iridescent) colors that scream other holidays.

Fossil Townsman Automatic Dark Brown Leather Watch ($249)

Automatic watches with the open gears are often quite the sight to behold, almost like you’re peeking behind the curtains of a piece of complicated machinery. But the watch does not compromise on style one bit, allowing its cogs to look like fascinating woodwork when not seen up close.

GC Esquire Metal ($347)

This is a watch that boasts some classically good design for a chronograph piece. Its rose gold accents with the metal bracelet remind you of a simpler time, when the only rose gold in this world was the new iPhone. This is a great pick for a piece that’s simple yet elegant.

Gucci Grip Watch ($1900)

This Gucci watch is inspired by the world of skateboarding, hence the name. The “grip” refers to the way the skateboarder’s sneakers stick to the grip tape on the board. It’s a watch that can remind you of what the outdoors feels like, while still being luxurious enough to probably not want to wear outdoors in the first place.