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    Gift of the Day: Armani Exchange Holiday Watches

    Countdown the days to Christmas in style

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    By Megan C. Hills
    Published 14 December 2017 In Features

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    Countdown the days to Christmas in style

    If somebody you know really needs to make being punctual a New Year’s Resolution, we’ve sussed out a Christmas gift that’ll keep them on time. Armani Exchange has released their Christmas watch collection, but don’t expect any red and green here - it’s all black, all modern and all ultra covetable.

    The boys in your life will find something to live in the Dynamic Streets Collection, which has a distinctly urban and throwback feel to it that we’re totally down for. On the other end, their women’s Notting Hill collection is its complete antithesis with sophisticated minimal watches that are sure to upgrade any work wardrobe. Check them all out below.

    AX5543 Notting Hill Watch, £124.25, Amazon

    Black and gold always looks effortlessly luxe and this elegant ladies’ watch definitely fits the bill. With a patterned thin leather strap, black dial, rhinestones and gold indexes to finish the whole thing off, it’s a workwear staple you’ll be reaching for again and again.

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    AX5548 Notting Hill Black Mesh Watch, £119.25, Amazon

    This watch isn’t meshing around. Another black and gold iteration from Armani Exchange, it’s the most delicate watch of the collection with a minimal clock face and strap.

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    AX2402 Striped Knit Strap Watch, £119, Amazon

    If you know a guy who’s a streetwear aficionado and has a sporty streak, this bold watch is a great shout. With bursts of yellow accents and a clear clock face, it’s just the right side of nostalgic without tipping way into 90s territory.

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    AX2513 Gradient Chrono Bracelet Watch, £154, Amazon

    The stainless steel H-link watch gets a massive upgrade with Armani’s take, which brings a jet black finish and iridescent clock face for a hyper modern look. With multiple clock faces and water-resistance, you’ll be able to take it anywhere.

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    On the subject of watches, time is really running out in the lead up to Christmas and those gifts aren't going to buy themselves. If you're still struggling for present-buying inspiration, check out our Christmas gifts for her, Christmas gifts for him, Christmas gifts for mum, Christmas gifts for dad, gifts for book lovers, secret Santa gifts and Christmas makeup gift sets that should have everybody covered.

    We've got the holidays on the mind here, evidently.

    (11 SLEEPS TILL CHRISTMAS.)

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    Megan is a freelance journalist who covers entertainment and all things lifestyle, with a particular passion for fashion, beauty, travel and Keanu Reeves stories. She has previously worked on staff for titles including Marie Claire UK, CNN Style and The Evening Standard and has written for titles such as Bustle UK, Wallpaper*, Forbes and Hong Kong Tatler. She splits her time between London and her hometown Hong Kong, where she currently lives with the love of her life - an elderly dog named Poppy - and her husband. 

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