Is the Marc Jacobs MBM1400 a good everyday watch?

Yes, if you want a simple quartz watch with designer styling. It is light on features, so it suits daily wear rather than sports or heavy use.

Does it need winding or a battery?

It runs on a quartz movement, so it uses a battery rather than winding. A jeweler can replace the battery when it runs down.

Can I wear it in the shower or swimming?

Treat it as a fashion watch and keep it away from water beyond hand washing. Marc Jacobs fashion watches are not built for swimming or diving.

How does it compare with Michael Kors or Kate Spade watches?

They are close rivals: all three are designer quartz watches with similar builds. Pick the dial and case style you prefer, since the movements and materials are comparable.

What comes in the box?

Expect the watch itself, typically on its strap or bracelet, in Marc Jacobs packaging. Check the listing for whether a manual or warranty card is included.

Where is the Marc Jacobs MBM1400 Women's Watch cheapest?

At Watch Aces, for $168.00, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Marc Jacobs MBM1400 Women's Watch?

3 stores we checked sell it, including Watch Aces, Poshmark, Watches Of USA.

Marc Jacobs MBM1400 Women's Watch

Best price now

$168.00at Watch AcesChecked Nov 11

Compared across 3 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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Marc Jacobs MBM1400 Women's Watch

Best price now

$168.00at Watch AcesChecked Nov 11

Compared across 3 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

Visit Watch Aces

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Last seen at $168.00 at Watch Aces on Nov 11.
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Our take on the Marc Jacobs MBM1400 Women's Watch

The Marc Jacobs MBM1400 is a women's fashion watch from the brand's Baker-era lineup, built around a round stainless steel case and a clean, minimal dial. It is a style piece first: the Marc Jacobs name and the pared-back look carry it, not watchmaking specs. Compared with fashion-watch rivals like Michael Kors and Kate Spade, it offers the same quartz reliability and designer branding, but little in the way of complications or premium materials. It suits shoppers who want a recognizable designer watch for everyday or dress wear and don't need a mechanical movement or sports features.

Best forEveryday designer styleOffice and dress wearGift for a Marc Jacobs fanShoppers who prefer quartz simplicity

Pros

Clean, minimal dial that reads easily
Round stainless steel case suits most wrists
Quartz movement needs no winding
Recognizable Marc Jacobs branding
Versatile enough for day or evening

Cons

Fashion-watch build, not a collector's piece
Minimal water resistance typical of the line
No date or complications on the dial
Designer premium over comparable no-name quartz watches

Marc Jacobs MBM1400 Women's Watch prices at every store

Watch AcesNew
In stock
$168.00Free shippingChecked Nov 11
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Watches Of USANew
In stock
$169.99Free shippingChecked Nov 11
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PoshmarkPre-owned
Availability unknown
$200.00+ $6.49 shippingChecked Nov 11
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Marc Jacobs MBM1400 Women's Watch price history

Lowest price we've seen: $168.00 on Nov 11 at Watch Aces. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 11.

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Questions and answers

Is the Marc Jacobs MBM1400 a good everyday watch?: Yes, if you want a simple quartz watch with designer styling. It is light on features, so it suits daily wear rather than sports or heavy use.
Does it need winding or a battery?: It runs on a quartz movement, so it uses a battery rather than winding. A jeweler can replace the battery when it runs down.
Can I wear it in the shower or swimming?: Treat it as a fashion watch and keep it away from water beyond hand washing. Marc Jacobs fashion watches are not built for swimming or diving.
How does it compare with Michael Kors or Kate Spade watches?: They are close rivals: all three are designer quartz watches with similar builds. Pick the dial and case style you prefer, since the movements and materials are comparable.
What comes in the box?: Expect the watch itself, typically on its strap or bracelet, in Marc Jacobs packaging. Check the listing for whether a manual or warranty card is included.
Where is the Marc Jacobs MBM1400 Women's Watch cheapest?: At Watch Aces, for $168.00, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Marc Jacobs MBM1400 Women's Watch?: 3 stores we checked sell it, including Watch Aces, Poshmark, Watches Of USA.