Just Watch black steel ladies' watch, anthracite dial

Black stainless steel has a cool, smooth weight against the wrist, and this Just Watch women's watch makes the most of it. The links of the bracelet are black from end to end, and the case matches, so the whole piece reads as one dark, uninterrupted surface.

The dial is anthracite, a soft charcoal that sits between black and grey and goes with almost anything. There are no numerals, only slim hour markers, which keeps the face clean and easy to read at a glance. The case is round and measures 34 mm across, a neat size that suits smaller and medium wrists, and it is 8 mm thick, so it slips under a cuff without fuss.

Inside is a quartz movement with analogue display, so the time stays accurate without any winding or setting routine. The bracelet closes with a deployant clasp, which fastens securely and opens in one move. If it feels loose, you can take out links to get the fit right, and our watch size guide walks you through measuring your wrist and adjusting it.

Water resistance is 3 ATM, enough to cope with splashes and the odd shower of rain. Keep it away from swimming and showering. Dark, understated and simple to wear, it works as easily with a work outfit as with jeans at the weekend.