The Story Behind Daniel Wellington, A Watch Like No Other

There are watches out there that will tempt you with bells and whistles. Other watches claim to do everything but clean the kitchen sink. And then there’s Daniel Wellington, a watch brand that doesn’t claim to be anything but what it is—a timeless accessory with a clean design that’s perfect for the preppy man or woman.

A Watch With A Story

The Daniel Wellington brand has strong ties to a man named—you guessed it—Daniel Wellington. He was a British native said to be a humble person with classy taste and a penchant for preppy style. Inspired by his sophistication, Wellington’s friend, Filip Tysander, created a watch brand in honor of the man’s refined elegance. Wear your Daniel Wellington with…

Back to Basics

Do you really need a watch that tells you how fast your heart is beating? Leave that to the doctors and strap on a Daniel Wellington watch with a thin surface, traditional clock and nothing but the brand’s logo across its elegant face. The watch’s minimalist design makes it timeless and fit for any occasion. Wear it with…

  • Him: A crisp, pink polo shirt, denim shorts and brown boat shoes.
  • Her: A purple polo dress and beige brogues.

Style Muse

You won’t find any bulky links or chains on this watch—just the NATO leather straps the brand is known for. Daniel Wellington, the man not the brand, had a preference for wearing his watches with NATO straps, a type of nylon strap that was used by the British navy. His style rubbed off on his friend, Tysander, who would use the same straps for his brand. All of the watch straps are interchangeable, so you can switch them and feel like you’re wearing a new one each time. Wear your striped NATO straps with…

  • Him: A striped shirt, white pants and a canvas belt with dark orange loafers.
  • Her: A pastel blue top, plaid skirt and blue blazer with ankle boots.

Don’t get lost in the sea of watches that do everything but tell time. In a world of zany watches, a Daniel Wellington ticks the loudest.

Those other watches have nothing on a Daniel Wellington.

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