Ladies Wearing Rolex Datejust

When asked about Rolex, few men will jump to talking about the Datejust – it simply falls behind vintage Daytonas and the high-tech Cerachrome bezels of the Submariners and GMTs. Among women however, the Datejust remains the Rolex of choice, simply because it is a pure classic.

Since its debut in 1945, the Rolex Datejust has been released in a wide variety of band and face choices, and in larger women’s sizes like the 28 or 31mm; but it remains versatile, often suited from casual to dressy situations.

No wonder women from all walks of life favor the classic style – from royalty, politics, entertainment and fashion. Here are iconic ladies who love their Rolex Datejust:

Grace Kelly

Grace Kelly, 1950’s movie star who eventually became Princess of Monaco, is equal parts Hollywood glamor and European royalty. Known for her rare beauty and elegant style, she remains an icon for many women today. She was often spotted wearing a petite 26mm yellow gold Rolex Datejust – a perfect mix of elegance and sport, for a lady who takes leisure seriously.

Hillary Clinton, former First Lady, Secretary of State, two-time senator and Presidential candidate, has always been known as a strong woman of exacting standards, but one who has kept her moves safe and calculated. Her choice watch is very fitting of her persona the 26mm two-tone that comes in steel and 18k yellow gold with a white dial and baton hour markers. Video from AP Archive on YouTube

Jennifer Aniston

TV and movie star Jennifer Aniston has influenced many women’s personal style. Beginning from the “Rachel” hairstyle she popularized in Friends, to the minimalist silhouettes she wears on and off the red carpet, her style is glamorous, classic and relatable all at the same time. Her Rolex Datejust of choice is yellow gold, with a champagne dial. Photo from Jennifer Aniston on Instagram

Ana Ivanovic

Tennis stars have a great relationship with Rolex, and Serbian tennis star Ana Ivanovic is no different. She signed with Rolex in 2008, the year when she was ranked world’s #1 female tennis player. She was featured in a number of Rolex ads for the Lady Datejust throughout her stellar career, but was also often spotted wearing a steel Rolex Datejust model off-duty. Photo from Ana Ivanovic on Instagram

Rihanna

Music superstar and fashion icon Rihanna actually has several other Rolex watches, including a Daytona and a Day-Date, but she is most often photographed with her two-toned yellow gold and steel Datejust. Its champagne dial with diamond hour markers lends elegance to her fashion-forward, street style looks. Photo from Rihanna on Instagram