Arne Jacobsen Watches: Prestigious Watches, Embodying Pure Danish Modernism with Architectural Precision

Arne Jacobsen Watches: Prestigious Watches, Embodying Pure Danish Modernism with Architectural Precision

January 7, 2026

In the weeks leading up to Christmas, I found myself pondering the perfect gift for my man. This sparked an interesting discussion on men’s jewellery & accessories and we came to the, not surprising, conclusion that yes, options are limited, but this makes choosing the perfect accessories even more crucial.

When women want to buy accessories they have a seemingly unlimited number of stores or brands to call on right? But what about men? When it comes to buying jewellery and accessories for the men in your life, what pieces do you shop, and perhaps even more importantly, how can they pull them off?

Jewellery and accessories for the modern gentleman should in my opition be luxurious but not excessive. We have the pinky rings that are making waves, bringing a sophisticated touch to your man’s collection. I personally love a sleek bracelet for the modern gentleman- a bracelet that’s luxurious and minimalistic. And a silver link necklace or a masculine, elegant chain necklace in silver can be oh so gorgeous (and sexy!) too.

But perhaps the most important piece and the simplest way for men to have fun with accessories is with watches. These are objects meant to be worn daily and kept for life, serving as personal markers of identity, and continuity. 

In recent years, the luxury watch market has seen a surge in interest towards alternatives to established icons like Rolex, with more watch enthusiasts exploring alternatives without compromising on luxury. Rolex has long been synonymous with luxury and status, but more and more watch lovers are discovering that they can enjoy high-quality timepieces that offer similar style and precision. As the demand for Rolex watches increases, so does the availability of great alternatives that cater to both newcomers and seasoned collectors alike.

The value of investing in a Rolex alternative isn’t just financial. Many consumers are also looking for a watch with a unique identity and iconic craftsmanship, something that sets them apart from the crowd. This is where the Scandinavian watch brand Arne Jacobsen Watches comes in. They do really tasteful men’s watches but also women’s watches and I’m hooked!

Arne Jacobsen is the genius who put Danish design on the world map. He is one of Denmarks most notable architects, internationally renowned for his groundbreaking buildings and designs- watches included.

His architecture is still admired all over the world, and many of his designs are still in production to this day. Arne Jacobsen created unique watches during a long, impressively productive, and unique career as an architect and designer, providing iconic pieces with a refined, understated design. The watches are elegant, luxurious but at a much more accessible price point than a Rolex. For watch enthusiasts, Arne Jacobsen delivers exceptional craftsmanship, superb accuracy, and timeless aesthetic.

Every Arne Jacobssen watch is a faithful reproduction of the Danish architect’s original clock designs.

As I believe that jewellery works best for men when it has some meaning to it, I thought that what gives better meaning than a watch, as a sentimental gift for Christmas, reflecting a meaningful time in life? So as I was thinking long and hard about what to give my man for Christmas, I decided that a watch from Arne Jacobsen would make the perfect gift. It is also a way to reflect his personality. (And oh, not to forget, I got myself one of their beautiful women’s watches too! That I’m wearing right now as a matter of fact.)

Below we have listed our favourite designs from Arne Jacobsen.

Men’s Watches

Bankers Porsgrun Grey 40 mm

Bankers Black 40 mm

City Hall Black 40 mm

City Hall Oxford Blue 40 mm

Bankers Porsgrun Grey 40 mm

Bankers White 40 mm

Women’s Watches

City Hall Porsgrun Grey 34 mm

City Hall Porsgrun Grey 34 mm

Roman 40 mm

Bankers White 30 mm

Roman 30 mm

Bankers Porsgrun Grey 34 mm

Charlotte is the founder and editor-in-chief at Your Coffee Break magazine. She studied English Literature at Fairfield University in Connecticut whilst taking evening classes in journalism at MediaBistro in NYC. She then pursued a BA degree in Public Relations at Bournemouth University in the UK. With a background working in the PR industry in Los Angeles, Barcelona and London, Charlotte then moved on to launching Your Coffee Break from the YCB HQ in London’s Covent Garden and has been running the online magazine for the past 10 years. She is a mother, an avid reader, runner and puts a bit too much effort into perfecting her morning brew.