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Armani Exchange Three-Hand Stainless Steel Ladies Watch

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Armani Exchange

Armani Exchange Three-Hand Stainless Steel Ladies Watch

Ref. AX5724

The Leila collection takes a square case at 27mm — a format that reads closer to mid-century French dress watch than anything contemporary, and suits a narrow wrist precisely because it sits as an object rather than a disc. At 6.9mm thick and under 50 grams, it disappears onto the wrist in the way that only very small, very flat pieces do. The sunray silver dial is set with rose gold-tone baton indices and polished hands, a pairing that gives the face some warmth without breaking the overall silver register of the case and bracelet. The 12mm bracelet is proportionate to the case — on a piece this compact, a heavier band would overwhelm it — and the links can be sized at home or by a jeweller to sit flush against the wrist.

Reference
AX5724
Brand
Armani Exchange
Collection
Leila
Case size
27mm
Case thickness
6.9mm
Lug width
12mm
Case material
Stainless steel
Case shape
Square
Dial
Silver
Crystal
Mineral
Movement
Quartz
Calibre
VJ21B
Water resistance
50m
Bracelet / strap
Stainless steel bracelet
Strap colour
Silver
Clasp
Deployant clasp
Lume
Luminous
Retailer
Goldsmiths
Learn more about Armani Exchange

Giorgio Armani launched A|X Armani Exchange in the United States in 1991, positioned below Emporio Armani as the group's most accessible line. Where the parent label drew on Milanese tailoring, Armani Exchange took its cues from street style and club culture, and priced itself accordingly.

Ownership took years to settle. A joint venture with Como Holdings was formed in 2005 to accelerate the line's growth, with Armani initially holding a minority stake. He bought a further quarter in 2008 and the remainder in 2014, bringing the brand fully in-house. In 2017 Armani Jeans was folded into it, consolidating the group's casual offering under one name.

The watches are made under licence by Fossil Group, the same manufacturer behind the Emporio Armani line, and they sit at a similar price point. The styling is the difference. Armani Exchange runs larger, brighter and more heavily branded than its sibling, with visible logos and bolder case treatments, which is the point rather than an oversight.

1991
A|X Armani Exchange launches in the United States.
2005
Presidio Holdings joint venture formed to expand the line.
2014
Giorgio Armani takes full ownership of the brand.
2017
Armani Jeans is folded into Armani Exchange.

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What the specifications mean

Strengths

  • 27mm wears small and slips under any cuff
  • Luminous hands and markers for low light

Worth knowing

  • 50m suits rain and handwashing, not swimming
Best forSmall wristsEveryday wear
Less suited toSwimming

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SpecificationThis watchThree-Hand Stainless Steel Ladies WatchAX5724Storm47560/BK Marlena Black Watch - W8744047560/BKBering12927-989 Pink Milanese Mesh Bracelet Watch - W7422712927-989
Price£129£130£129
Case size27mm27mm27mm
Water resistance50m50m30m
MovementQuartzQuartzQuartz
StrapStainless steel braceletStainless steel braceletMesh bracelet
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Frequently asked questions, and things you should know about this watch

Can I swim with it?

Showering yes, swimming no. 50m covers splashes and brief immersion, but a swimming stroke generates well above the pressure that figure describes.

Water resistance explained

Will the glass scratch?

It can, over time. Mineral glass handles daily wear but will pick up fine scratches that sapphire would not.

Sapphire, mineral and acrylic compared

Does it need a battery?

Yes. It is quartz, so expect a battery change every two to three years at a jeweller.

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What size strap does it take?

12mm. Any strap of that width will fit, and on most modern watches quick-release bars make the swap a two-minute job with no tools.

Is it a men's or women's watch?

Listed as women's.

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