Q&Q black women's watch 38 mm white dial

Black with a crisp white face: that is the whole colour story here, and it is a handy one. This Q&Q watch slips in beside a navy knit and straight-leg jeans on a Saturday, then holds its own next to a black dress on Friday night. Nothing clashes with it, which makes getting dressed that bit quicker.

The dial is where the character sits. Arabic numerals alternate with slim baton markers, all printed in black against the white background, so you can read the time at a glance without squinting. The round case measures 38 mm across and 10 mm thick, a size that is noticeable without taking over your wrist. The case is made of plastic, which keeps the whole watch light enough to forget you are wearing it.

The strap is black too, 18 mm wide, and closes with a classic pin buckle. Fitted with the watch, the total length comes to 24 cm. Inside, a quartz movement drives the analogue display, so the time stays reliable without any fuss. Water resistance is rated at 10 ATM, which means the watch can come along to the pool, though it is not meant for diving.

If clean lines and a plain dial suit you, have a look at the rest of our classic women's watches for other ways to wear the same simple idea.