What does 2009 hold for ladies watches? Will there be new models from watch companies and manufacturers? This article is about selecting Ladies' Watches for the 2009 season and choosing the correct watch to suit each wardrobe.

For the majority of men, a watch is a watch, and having just one or two is sufficient for their needs. Women, though, since they tend to be more conscious of current fashions, often want different timepieces for every occasion--day or evening, casual or formal, sedate or fun loving. Here are some ideas that will help you get the big style you crave without having to be a big spender.

Although some watch designs are truly classic, enduring for years and capable of accessorising any outfit, others are trendier, hipper. For 2009, you might consider a new watch that teams up with casual outfits or sports attire. Or, to match a favorite leather handbag, try a dressy watch, with either a leather strap or metal bracelet.

Movade watches have a very feminine style. Most Movado watches come with bracelets. Some of the most stunning watches have stainless steel bracelets with sapphire crystals, scratch resistant of course, and a black face with a gold or silver sharp dial. A single diamond at the 12 adds to its beauty. The "Amorosa" collection is a necessity for every fashion conscious woman.

A version of this watch, again in the Amorosa collection, is available with an elegant black leather band instead of the bracelet style. Selling for under $500, this model will satisfy both your need for elegance and for value. And less expensive but still stylish, Seiko's women's leather banded watches offer quality priced below $80.

For daily wear we suggest Timex Women Easy Reader or a Citizen Women Eco-Drive, both can be yours for less than $90. This is a great option given our current economical situation. These watches will look great when you wear casual clothes, and suit a casual lifestyle.

But if you enjoy real outdoor adventures and a more rugged watch is what you need, your perfect timepiece may be the Timex 1440 digital. Lightweight at only 10.56 ounces, and with a cloth band, this 34 millimeter watch is robust, has plenty of features, but is small enough to fit a ladies' wrist comfortably. And it's priced right, below $16.

All said, some more research can be done to afford for that sense of elegance, within ones reach. Irrespective of the economic downtrend, a new watch will always light up the spirits in you and keeps the life going, happily.