Q&Q gold-tone ladies' watch white dial steel bracelet

There is something quietly flattering about a warm gold-tone watch set against a clean white dial. This Q&Q women's watch is the sort you reach for with a crisp white shirt, a navy blazer or a simple knit and a pair of jeans, and it looks just as happy with a little black dress in the evening. It adds a touch of warmth without ever shouting about it.

The barrel-shaped case gives it a bit of personality, so it feels a little more interesting than a plain round watch. The case is metal in a gold-tone finish and just 10 mm thick, which keeps it neat on the wrist and means it slips easily under a cuff.

The white dial is the star here. Arabic numerals sit alongside baton indexes, so you can read the time at a glance, whether you are in a meeting or hurrying for a train. A mineral glass protects the dial from the small knocks of everyday life.

The bracelet is stainless steel in the same gold-tone, made of links, and it is 12.5 mm wide with a total length of 20 cm. You close it with a deployant clasp, which stops the watch slipping off your wrist when you open it. If it feels a touch loose, you can shorten it by taking out links, and our watch size guide will help you get the fit right.

Inside, a quartz movement keeps accurate time with an analogue display and no fuss. Water resistance is 3 ATM, so a passing shower or a splash while washing your hands is nothing to worry about. Do take it off for the shower or a swim.

It is an easy, understated watch to live with, one that goes with almost everything in your wardrobe and does not need to be saved for special occasions.