Engagement Watches at TIME² - what to buy for him/her

By Emily Seares on November 16, 2010 Tweet

After news broke today that Prince William and Kate Middleton are due to tie the knot next year - following a statement from Clarence House confirming that the pair got engaged during a private holiday in Kenya last month - TIME² picks the perfect Engagement Watches for him/her.

In a statement, Clarence House said: "The Prince of Wales is delighted to announce the engagement of Prince William to Miss Catherine Middleton. The wedding will take place in the spring or summer of 2011, in London. Prince William has informed The Queen and other close members of his family. Prince William also sought the permission of Miss Middleton's father. Following the marriage, the couple will live in North Wales, where Prince William will continue to serve with the Royal Air Force."

To help out the happy couple, we've put together a gift guide for the best Engagement Watches and tips on what to buy…just in case Kate and Wills are scouring the internet for inspiration!

A stunning timepiece makes the perfect engagement present if you're looking for something extra special, which no doubt William and Kate are, and is sure to impress.

MENS: ENGAGEMENT GIFT
	Bell & Ross Vintage BR 126 Bell & Ross, the action man's watch, would make an ideal engagement present for RAF pilot Prince William. With a classic brown calfskin strap, beige dial face and round 41mm satin-finish steel case, its distinctive design is based on a pilots' instrument dials.
	TAG Heuer Carerra Mens' Watch This classic TAG Heuer Carerra is water resistant to 100m and perfect for the active sportsman, such as Prince William. It has a younger look and feel, making it a great engagement present for the youthful royal.
LADIES: ENGAGEMENT GIFT
	Longines Dolce Vita Dial Diamonds Ladies' Dress Watch Longines Dolce Vita ladies' dress watch with a mother of pearl dial set and diamond markers is both elegant and graceful, making it an ideal gift for a princess in waiting. Intertwined with rose gold, this watch picks up on a key trend for autumn/winter without being too showy.
	Baume & Mercier Square Dial Diamond Ladies' Dress Watch Baume & Mercier Diamant Ladies' watch with a square mother-of-pearl dial is set within a diamond-set rectangular polished steel case. Swiss made with a battery powered quartz movement, this elegant watch features 7 diamonds to either side of the dial, a distinctive oval crown and is set with an additional diamond. You can never have too many diamonds- this watch makes the perfect gift for a lady who has everything!
For more watches from the world's biggest watch brands, visit www.time2.co.uk