Prediction: *This* Unexpected Watch Trend Will Be 2026's Most-Complimented Accessory
If you're familiar with my byline and social media accounts, you know I discuss a wide range of topics, from runway reports to travel guides. This year, however, I've been significantly ramping up my coverage of women's watches. I traveled to Geneva for the watchmaking industry's biggest event, interviewed experts about the celebrity-fueled obsession with vintage timepieces, and reported on Wholesale Replica Bag luxury launches, just to name a few examples. Armed with this experience, I'm confident in my 2026 watch trend predictions.
My newest obsession? Raindrop-shaped cases like the ones seen on the new Citizen L Rainell. Sure, you could buy another circular or rectangular watch, but the raindrop silhouette feels so much fresher and more exciting for 2026. "Rooted in over a century of horological excellence and inspired by the brand’s Tokyo design archives, Rainell captures the evolution of femininity through bold form, refined artistry, and intentional detail," Citizen explained in a press release. Scroll down to shop the trend.
Shop the Raindrop Watch Trend

Erin got her start as aBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing intern in 2011—back when the site only published a single story per day. (We have since increased that number twentyfold.) She graduated magna cum laude from USC and lives in Los Angeles. In college, she also interned at Refinery29, where she was promoted to editorial assistant and then assistant editor. After nearly three years at R29, she came back to WWW in 2015, where she is now the Associate Director of Fashion News. From the Oscars to the Met Gala, she leads the site's entire red carpet coverage strategy. She specializes in celebrity and fashion news but also enjoys writing travel features and runway reports. She frequently contributes to WWW's social accounts and has a sizable following on her personal TikTok.
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