May has been an exciting month for watch enthusiasts, with brands like Hamilton, Rado, and Suunto unveiling fresh releases. From performance-driven smartwatches to sleek and stylish chronographs, there’s something for every taste. Whether you’re hunting for your next statement piece or the ideal everyday companion, we’ve rounded up the standout models that caught our attention. Here’s a closer look at the best watches of May 2025!
The Best Watches of May 2025
Seiko 5 Sports SKX Redux Automatic
This timepiece is a modern tribute to the iconic SKX399; a standout from the original Seiko 5 Sports SKX series launched in the 1990s. Its striking blue dial features textured indices and sleek hands as well as a day-date aperture at 3 o’clock. For enhanced legibility in low-light conditions, the hands and indices are both treated with a luminous coating. A 42.5mm stainless steel case frames the dial, balancing timeless appeal with everyday comfort. The unidirectional bezel—an essential feature of the original—returns with refined knurling for improved grip and a glossy glass insert that adds a contemporary edge. Inside the case lies Seiko’s in-house 4R36 calibre automatic movement. With high levels of accuracy as well as a 41-hour power reserve, it promises reliable timekeeping. A stainless steel bracelet concludes the design of this timepiece.
The Seiko 5 Sports SKX Redux Automatic fuses heritage and style with everyday comfort. It’s a great choice for anyone seeking a reliable and stylish timepiece fit for everyday wear!
Swatch SCUBAQUA AURELIA AURITA
Known as the Aurelia Aurita, this Swatch SCUBAQUA piece draws inspiration from the ethereal beauty of the moon jellyfish. Its 44mm case combines matte white Bioceramic with transparent biosourced materials, creating a sleek and modern aesthetic. The semi-transparent dial reveals the inner workings of the watch and also features luminous hands in red, blue, and yellow; ensuring visibility in various lighting conditions. A transparent bezel with luminous grey and white markings adds to its functional design. A quartz movement powers this timepiece. Reliable and precise, it ensures accurate timekeeping. Moreover, the watch offers water resistance up to 100 meters, making it suitable for both swimming and snorkelling. A matte white and matte transparent silicone strap concludes the design of this watch. While ensuring great comfort, it creates a fresh, modern vibe that’s hard to resist!
Floating in stealthily with its almost translucent-white design, this model dazzles with understated sophistication!
Hamilton Khaki Navy Scuba Automatic GMT Bronze
The Khaki Navy GMT Bronze is made for those who seek adventure, evolving with every journey. Its bold black dial features luminous diver-style markers and hands as well as a date window at 3 o’clock. A red, triangle-tipped GMT hand enables easy tracking of a second time zone—ideal for globetrotters. A 43mm bronze case and a black unidirectional rotating bezel frame the dial. Over time, the bronze naturally develops a unique patina, so no two watches are ever alike. The screw-down crown enhances its water resistance to an impressive 300 metres. Inside the case lies the watch’s H-14 calibre. This automatic movement boasts an 80-hour power reserve, ensuring precise timekeeping. Completing the look is a black and gold NATO strap; it’s lightweight, breathable, and perfectly suited for life on the move.
Thanks to its precise timekeeping across multiple time zones, the Khaki Navy Automatic GMT is the ultimate traveller’s watch.
Suunto RUN in Coral Orange
Suunto Run is perfect for those who value both performance and sleek design. With its bold coral orange 46mm case and crisp AMOLED touchscreen, it delivers top-tier visibility even under bright skies. The watch secures on the wrist with a coral orange textile strap. While lightweight and comfortable on the wrist, it stands out with its vibrant colour. Built specifically for runners, it features real-time stats like pace, average lap pace, and running power, helping you fine-tune every stride. In addition to its run-specific tools, Suunto Run delivers all the essentials you’d expect from a top-tier GPS watch. It features optical heart rate monitoring, precise dual-band GPS for accurate pace and distance, insights into recovery and training load, HRV tracking, sleep monitoring, and more. Plus, with a suite of smart features, these watches help you stay connected and navigate daily life; both on and off the run.
From solo morning jogs to the finish line of a race, Suunto Run supports every runner on their journey. And with its vibrant yet sleek colour scheme, you’ll be doing so in style!
Bulova Maquina Automatic
This Bulova Maquina watch showcases a bold fusion of modern design and mechanical craftsmanship. Featuring a 40mm stainless steel case, with a blue bezel and rose gold crown, it houses a blue patterned dial with rose gold-tone hands and markers. An anti-reflective dual-curved sapphire crystal protects the dial, offering great clarity and durability as it does so. The skeletonised design of the dial offers a glimpse into the 21-jewel automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve. The wearer can also view this movement through the exhibition case back. A stainless steel bracelet and a push-button deployment clasp secure the watch on the wrist. Comfortable and sleek, it’s the perfect finishing touch to this avant-garde design.
With its mechanical heart and unrivalled modern form, this Bulova men’s timepiece offers a uniquely individual expression of style. It’s a great choice for those who dare to be different!
Rado Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic Chronograph
The Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic Chronograph is the result of uncompromising processes and material innovation. Featuring a 43mm matte plasma high-tech ceramic monobloc case and a stainless steel rotatable bezel with a polished green ceramic insert, it houses a green dial with rhodium-coloured applied indices and hands. For optimal readability, the hands and indices have a white Super-LumiNova coating. Moreover, a box-shaped sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating safeguards the dial; ensuring both clarity and resilience. On the reverse, the exhibition case back reveals the precise R801 automatic movement, which boasts a 59-hour power reserve as well as an antimagnetic Nivachron™ hairspring for dependable accuracy. Completing the look is a matching plasma high-tech ceramic bracelet that adds both comfort and style.
While elegant and modern, the Rado Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic Chronograph offers a striking blend of advanced technology and timeless design. Whether exploring the outdoors or navigating everyday life, this watch is designed to excel in any scenario.
Maurice Lacroix Fiaba Square
This Maurice Lacroix watch seamlessly combines timeless sophistication with a modern aesthetic. It features a 24mm square stainless steel case with a luxurious yellow gold PVD coating, framing a silver dial with black Roman numerals and gold-toned hands. At the centre of the dial lies a flinqué pattern, adding an extra touch of elegance. The dial is shielded by a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with a double anti-reflective coating, ensuring both clarity and durability. Powering the watch is a Swiss Ronda 762E quartz movement, known for its reliable precision and low-maintenance operation. Completing the refined look is a two-tone bracelet crafted from stainless steel and yellow gold PVD plating. Moreover, with water resistance up to 50 metres, this timepiece offers both style and practicality for daily wear.
Elegant, refined, and effortlessly chic, the Maurice Lacroix Fiaba Square is the perfect day-to-night piece. It’s also a great choice for ladies who value luxurious design and premium materials.
Longines Spirit Zulu Time 1925 GMT Automatic
This Longines timepiece celebrates 100 years since the launch of the first dual-time wristwatch. Its matte black dial features applied Arabic numerals and elegant pink hour, minute, and second hands as well as a date display at 6 o’clock. But the standout feature is its GMT hand, adding both functionality and flair to the design. Swiss Super-LumiNova enhances visibility in the dark, coating both the hands and numerals. The watch is encased in a 39mm stainless steel case and framed by a bidirectional rotating bezel, enriched with an 18k pink gold cap 200 insert that contrasts beautifully against the black dial. Longines’ L844.4 automatic movement powers this watch, and for an added touch, the wearer can view it through the exhibition case back. A stainless steel bracelet concludes the design of the watch. However, it also has an additional black NATO strap, offering a versatile and sporty alternative.
This true GMT model goes beyond precision: it becomes a symbol of connection. Designed for the modern traveller, it helps loved ones synchronise their lives across distances.
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