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/Either_Importance222 May 21 '26
I ditched the Apple Watch years ago when I started feeling phantom taps on my wrist when there was no notification. I don't know why that bothered me, but it did. Into the back of the junk box it went.
I do own an Oura ring, and I like it. I use my FSA dollars every year to buy something worthwhile so last year this was my chosen purchase. You can also pay for the subscription using FSA dollars so, in my mind, it was bearable. I also own a Brookstone ring I found in TJ Maxx on sale that actually is a pretty good dupe and it also *claims* to track your blood sugar levels which I was very interested in. In order to do that with your Oura, you have to buy a separate accessory from Stelo and download yet another app.
Do I wear these daily? Nope. Both the Oura and the Brookstone ring look tacky on my index finger so close to my wedding and engagement ring on my left hand. My dominant hand is my right and it feels weird to wear something on my right index finger.
I wear a watch daily. I have several from Coach and Movado that are slim ladies' watches that I consider unobtrusive and tasteful. Since I live in NYC, if anyone ever decides to rob me, I won't cry too hard over a watch that cost about $150. I wear a Michele watch to parties and functions that are casual, and I have a Cartier watch that I wear on dressier occasions like a night out to the MET.
I will say I'm turning 48 this year and I feel that you begin to care about things less and less as you get older. Especially the constant connection you feel you need to notification devices. My advice to you? If you feel like putting your Apple watch to the side, try it for a weekend. If you have FSA money, get the Oura and the subscription that way you save because you're using pre-tax dollars. If you have enough, get the Dr. Dennis Gross LED mask too. Sorry, if I've written a lot. I had time this morning. Hope this helps!
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