I bought this watch and the similar one in silver tone. I like them both. I was a little surprised when I took the gold one out of its packaging and discovered the dial is ivory not white. Initally I wasn't thrilled but I've decided I actually like it that way. The band is a matte gold tone, not shiny. I think the watch itself looks a bit more elongated in "person" which is probably just something to do with angles and shadows, etc. The band fits me with a little extra room (sometimes the face ends up on the inside of my wrist which doesn't bother me). I just tried to measure my wrist (not so easy!) and it looks like it measures about six inches--measured the watch, too, and it seems to be about seven inches (band and watch combined). I haven't had any trouble with it pinching, etc, but it does seem to me that it would be snug on a lot of people. (I think there's a larger version but you have to read the specs carefully to determine which one it is). I know some people complained about the band pinching--I think that's inherent with any expansion band. All in all, I'd say it's a graceful looking woman's watch. I just hope it's as long lasting as its predecessor and that it's actually water resistant. I am forever getting my sleeves wet when doing dishes!