BLAC List: Best Shinola Watches for Women

Thanks to the watchmakers at Shinola in Detroit, this Mother's Day on May 11, 2014, you can buy the special lady in your life a stylish gift with a look and feel that is truly-"timeless."

We asked Shinola sales associate Corinne Smith to give us her pick of the best wristwatches for Detroit moms. Click through this photo gallery to find five fabulous timekeepers that are great for any mother, grandma, aunt, wife or friend (whether it's for the holiday or any special occasion!).

 

 

1. The Birdy 34-mm Double Wrap Leather Strap Watch

Double-wrap American-made dark nut aniline latigo leather band and a 34-mm PVD gold finish steel case

• Price: $525

"A perfect accessory for the fashion-forward mom that wants to stand out with this unique double-wrap watch strap. The neutral colors lend to every outfit, whether you're going to a picnic on Belle Isle or the office."

 

2. The Gomelsky 36-mm Double Wrap Leather Strap Watch

Double-wrap American made orchid essex leather band with 36-mm stainless steel casing, brushed silver dial and double-curve sapphire crystal.

• Price: $495

"The orchid-colored leather band will add a perfect pop of color to mom's outfit. She'll also love the wide-eyed case, coin-edge bezel and the fact that it's hand-assembled in Motor City!"

 

3. The Gomelsky 36-mm Stainless Steel Strap

Stainless steel watchstrap with 36-mm stainless steel with a double curve sapphire crystal

• Price: $595

"This eye-catching mother-of-pearl dial lends a feminine style to a beautifully crafted watch for mom."

 

4. The Runwell 41-mm Rose Gold Strap

Rose gold-plated bracelet strap and 41-mm stainless steel case with a double curve sapphire crystal

• Price: $600

"Shinola's first watch style, The Runwell, holds a sleek and timeless look that will never age. A great timepiece that mom can pass down to daughters and granddaughters."

 

5. The Runwell 41-mm White Band

American-made white leather strap and pearlized white dial with stainless steel 41-mm double curve sapphire crystal case

• Price: $600

"Perfect for spring and summer, this Runwell looks great poolside or in the office. The crisp white band and minimalistic style is the perfect finishing touch to any outfit."