Debenhams sale sees £700 watch that gets shoppers 'compliments' cut in price by 88%
In one standout deal, customers can save a whopping £ 633.75 on the StarSea Ladies' Quartz Fashion Diver Watch with Stainless Steel Link Bracelet. Originally priced at £720, it's now available for just £86.25, which translates to an 88% discount.
Although two colours have sold out due to its popularity, shoppers still have the opportunity to grab the sophisticated black or the stylish blue versions.
Now at under £87, this watch is not only a perfect present for a loved one but also a wise investment in a timeless accessory. For those new to Debenhams, a customer review might offer some confidence, with one buyer describing the watch as 'beautiful' and noting: "Well packaged, reasonable delivery time, as described."
The StarSea Quartz watch boasts a sleek 39mm case with a coin edge bezel set against a crystal-studded dial, striking a balance between statement-making and elegant functionality. It's water-resistant up to 10 ATM and features a link bracelet band, reports the Mirror.
Its design, reminiscent of a starry night sky, has already earned several compliments for buyers.
For a more budget-friendly alternative, consider browsing the H Samuel sale. The Sekonda Ladies' Grey Chronograph Dial Two Tone Bracelet Watch is now available at a discounted price of £40, down from its original price of £79.99.
This watch boasts an elegant combination of rose gold and silver details, along with a face adorned with sparkling crystals, setting it apart.
Meanwhile, Amazon offers several discounted designer watches from the London-based brand Radley. Their Women's Gold Plated Alpine Genuine Leather Strap Quartz Analogue Watch is currently 33% off, priced at £39.99.
A customer who purchased the StarSea watch as a personal treat expressed: "Fell in love with this watch online. Treated myself as a gift to me for my approaching "BIG" birthday. So pleased when it arrived - it really is lovely. Comfortable to wear."
Another satisfied customer commented: "Really pleased with watch works well looks good and good price arrived quickly as well."
However, a different customer encountered issues with delivery and the watch's appearance, writing: "Took over a month to arrive finally received the item after sending a couple of emails to customer service. The item is not as vibrant as it looks in the picture. The blue face is rather dull in reality."
Focusing on practical considerations, a pleased shopper praised the watch, saying: "A beautiful heavy watch very high quality and keeps time excellently."
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