We all love sports watches and tool watches, but let’s face it: some occasions just call for a dress watch.
While no one will stop you if you want to wear a G-Shock to a wedding or a skin diver with a tux, you’re better off matching your fancy duds with an equally fancy watch.
Dress watches tend to be smaller, simpler and more elegant than their sporty cousins, and they have the almost supernatural ability to elevate nearly any outfit, especially dressier ensembles.
We’ve covered our fair share of dress watches so far this year, from a $149 Timex to an $83,000 Breguet and everything in between. Below, you’ll find our stories on our absolute favorite dress watches of 2026.
