Do you really want to wear your Patek Philippe to the beach? A trend started by the Italian brand Toywatch last year, the colourful plastic/rubber watch adds a youthful and playful slant on the summer wardrobe. Colour coordinate with your glasses, t-shirt or shorts. The brighter the better.

THECHICGEEK'S PICK -Toywatch Green New Fluo - £145 - Stockist: 0207 287 5431.
Casio G-Lide - £75 - www.casioatcarnaby.co.uk

Topman - LTD Yellow Watch - £49 www.topman.com
Lacoste Blue Rubber Strap Watch - £75 www.asos.com
Adidas Originals Green Watch - £50 www.asos.com
Diesel Plastic Pyramid Plastic Watch - £120 www.asos.com