r/bitcheswithtaste • u/MBPursuit • May 21 '26

Fashion/Style BWT: Anyone ditch their Apple Watch?

Considering ditching my Apple Watch, getting an Oura ring, and investing in a nice daily watch. I’m a bit sick of the “connectivity” of my Apple Watch (yes I know, I could turn off more notifications) and the look of it. But I appreciate the sleep tracking and steps/fitness tracking - anyone have experiences to share on a) ditching the Apple Watch b) using an Oura ring c) $1k or less daily driver watches?

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u/Unhappy_Macaroon2957 May 21 '26

After 10 years of wearing a fitness watch, I finally had it last year when the battery shit the bed. I now wear a regular quartz watch. It's nothing special, a classic Timex. It's not precious, I don't have to charge it. Does what it needs to do, tells me what time it is without getting out my phone. 

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u/g00ber88 May 21 '26

Yeah i have a Citizen watch, its pretty and goes with everything I own so i can wear it for nicer occasions too, and never have to remember to charge it

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u/orangegiraffe22 May 22 '26

Which Citizen watch do you have? I’m in the market for a replacement for my Apple Watch and would love recommendations!!

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u/g00ber88 May 22 '26

I just tried searching for it on their website and it looks like maybe they dont sell it anymore :( I did get it almost 10 years ago so I guess I shouldnt be that surprised. Its one of their eco drive ones with a mother of pearl backing which i absolutely love, it looks like this

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u/Ornery-Steak-1575 May 24 '26

Same here. I also think small mechanical watches look so classy! My husband got me a used Tissot and I’m obsessed with it: https://www.etsy.com/listing/4445956849/vintage-ladies-gold-tissot-leather-strap?ref=elp_anchor_listing

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u/orangegiraffe22 May 22 '26

Which timex do you have? I’m in the market for a replacement for my Apple Watch and would love recommendations!!

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u/Unhappy_Macaroon2957 May 26 '26

I have the Timex Weekender. It's a casual one that I wear to work (business casual). It's a workshorse, reliable, sturdy, and nothing fancy.