TOP 5 Rectangular Watches for Women

Long eclipsed by round models, rectangular watches have marked the history of watchmaking since the 1920s with the rise of the style Art DecoElegant and timeless, they have been adopted by fashion and cinema icons, symbolizing refinement and audacity.

Thanks to their distinctive geometric lines, these watches fit perfectly on women's wrists while facilitating readability. Here is our TOP 5 of rectangular watches the most iconic, especially for women!

1) Cartier Tank

Created in 1917 and marketed in 1919 by Louis Cartier, there Tank is inspired by the Renault tanks used during the First World War. With its clean lines and minimalist dial, it has become an icon of luxury, worn by figures such as Andy Warhol and Jackie Kennedy. It has been available in several versions over the years: the Tank Normal (mooriginal 1917 model), Tank Arched (1921), the Tank Louis Cartier (1922), the Tank Tilting (1932), there Tank American (1989), the Tank Française (1996), the Tank English (2012) and the Tank Must (1970s, then relaunched in 2021).

2) Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso

Launched in 1931, there Reverso is probably the most famous rectangular watch. Its reversible case was originally designed to protect the dial during polo matches. Today, it is a symbol of elegance and watchmaking innovation. Just like the Tank of Cartier, It has had different versions over the years: Reverso Classique (1931), Reverso Tribute (2010s), Reverso Duoface (1994), Reverso Duetto (1997), Reverso Squadra (2006), Reverso Gyrotourbillon (2008), Reverso Quadriptyque (2021), and Reverso Tribute Chronograph (2023).

3) Hermès Capecod

Launched in 1991 by Henri d'Origny, the Cape Cod or Nantucket is immediately recognizable thanks to its double rectangle-shaped case and interchangeable strap. Inspired by the marine world, it recalls the signature Anchor Chain link of the Maison since the 1930s, and takes its name from the popular Massachusetts seaside resort of the same name, favored by the gilded youth of Boston and New York.

4) Boucheron Reflection

Since its launch in 1947, the Boucheron Reflection seduced by its sleek design and interchangeable strap, an innovation for the time. Its rectangular case with clean lines and luminous dial embody the essence of understated luxury, which aimed to embody the values of the maison : audacity, refinement and style, designed by the founder of the maison : Frederic Boucheron.

5) Poiray My First

Iconic model of the maison Poiray, My First stands out for its timeless elegance and interchangeable strap inspired by Parisian architecture. It has been seducing lovers of refined and feminine watches since the 1980s.

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