The Citizen Silhouette is the perfect gift for a loved one, plus it’s long lasting and won’t require new batteries ever
If you’re stuck for last-minute Christmas gift ideas, watch brand Citizen has a collection of timepieces that’ll blow your loved ones away this December. Perfect for every outfit and style, Citizen’s recent gift guide has thrown up a selection of top-notch watches – including a design that marries fashion and functionality.
The Citizen Silhouette is a beautiful watch that comes with a 26mm stainless steel case, an easily adjustable bracelet to ensure the perfect fit, and a design that will undoubtedly light up faces on Christmas morning.
On top of its aesthetic appeal, whose main event is the mother-of-pearl dial that is complimented by silver hands and markers, the watch is also water-resistant. Plus it doesn’t require any batteries to power it. The elegant watch utilises Citizen’s revolutionary Eco-Drive technology which draws power from any available light, thus eliminating the need for battery replacements.
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And if shopper reviews are anything to go by, this piece is a must-buy with many praising its ‘elegant’ look. While there aren’t as many specific reviews for this watch on Citizen’s website, satisfied customers have left stellar feedback on John Lewis, celebrating its sophisticated look and intelligent make up, reports the Manchester Evening News.
One five-star review commended the watch and said: “This is an elegant timepiece and does not require batteries,” adding that after 15 years it still runs perfectly with sufficient light.
Another happy buyer loved its grace and functionality, stating: “Powered by light so no need for replacement batteries. Looks very elegant on the wrist.”
Over on TrustPilot, another glistening review boasted: “[Citizen’s] Eco Drive watches are great. Accurate to 60 seconds a year and never need a battery replacement. I’ve bought about 5 over the years (1 x for me, the others as presents) and they’ve all been perfectly reliable.”
However, not all feedback was quite as complimentary. One less positive reviewer shared: “Watches look great, however they feel too weak and are likely to break easily, ultimately meaning that they are not worth the money.”
For those still hunting for the ultimate gift, Citizen offers much more variety, ensuring there’s always something just right for your special someone if the Silhouette isn’t the perfect fit.
The stylish Citizen Ladies Diamond for £329, for example, is crafted in a chic gold-tone stainless steel case measuring 33mm, and comes adorned with eight genuine diamonds set against a mother of pearl dial. It is also equipped with the same robust water resistance and Eco-Drive technology found in the Silhouette.
But Citizen isn’t only serving up stylish options for women, with plenty of pieces for men, like the Citizen Red Arrows Limited Edition Automatic GMT priced at £895; a great buy for aviation buffs.
Paying tribute to the RAF Red Arrows in its design, this piece combines utility and style wonderfully and is appropriate for any setting. It features an aviation-inspired slide-rule scale bordering the dial, complemented by hands detailed with red, allowing the wearer to view dual time zones simultaneously.
Another great option for the man is your life is the Citizen Tsuyosa Automatic priced at £299. This watch boasts an ultra-modern, sports-oriented design that’s bound to turn heads whether you’re on the race track or commuting on the tube.
It doesn’t come with Eco-Drive technology, but is powered by the wearer’s movement – just remember to wear it often to keep it charged. If you’re considering gifting a new watch this Christmas, orders typically take three to five working days.
According to Citizen’s website, ‘orders placed after 1pm on Monday 23rd December (Mainland UK) and Friday 20th December (Highlands and Islands) will not guarantee delivery before Christmas Day.’
Watches are a great gift item this festive season – especially with some being on sale. For example, Debenhams has slashed the price of the Naples Silver Dial 12404 Two Tone Swiss Quartz Watch to £213.35. Alternatively, if you’re in search of a watch that blends tech with style, Selfridges is currently offering the classic-looking Huawei Watch GT4 41mm Smart Watch at a reduced price of £209.99.
