Just Watch black ladies' watch, steel bracelet, 32 mm

The first thing worth knowing about this Just Watch is how the bracelet is built: stainless steel links in black, joined into a flexible strip that is 16 mm wide and sits comfortably against the wrist. It closes with a deployant clasp, which means the watch stays put when you open it rather than slipping off the table or into the sink. Total length, with the watch included, is 21 cm.

The model goes by the name Angelina, and it suits the name. The round metal case is black and measures 32 mm across, a classic size for a women's watch, and just 8 mm thick, so it slides under a cuff without any fuss.

Then there is the dial, which is where your eye lands first. It is black, soft rather than glossy, and very easy to read. Fine little dots mark the face with a light touch, while the anthracite hour markers stand out clearly against the dark background. It is a quietly confident look that goes with plenty of outfits, from a work blazer to a weekend knit to something dressier in the evening.

Inside, you will find a Miyota 2035 quartz movement with an analogue display, accurate and undemanding. When the battery eventually runs down, a watchmaker can swap it in a few minutes. The glass is mineral, and the water resistance is 3 ATM, so a sudden shower of rain is no problem. Do take it off before a shower or a swim.

If you enjoy the look of a metal strap, have a browse through our women's watches with link bracelets, where you will find more in the same spirit. And if you are still deciding, our guide to choosing a watch is there to help.