There’s nothing more classic and appealing than a simple dress watch.

Though to be fair, when we say ‘simple’, we mean ‘uncomplicated’ — not unattractive!

The 20th century saw a plethora of such watches hit the market. Generally available on leather straps and featuring two or three hands, these reliable wristwatches kept time during the classiest decades for the past 100 years. However, some were more innovative than others.

Take this exquisite piece from Piaget, specialists in ultra-thin watchmaking — seamlessly machined such that there’s no perceivable break from watch head to bracelet, it’s as much akin to a piece of jewelry as it is to a more traditional wristwatch.

Housed in a 28mm 18K white gold case with a hand-finished bezel and a fantastic, integrated 'woven' white gold bracelet with a signed hook and lock clasp, this Piaget features a stunning onyx dial with a pave diamond center and matching gold dauphine handset.

Incredible.

Most watches with integrated bracelets from this period feature a similar attention-to-detail in regard to finish and design, even down to the bracelet. This piece however features a substantial bracelet complemented by a diamond, exotic stone dial and mechanical movement. This piece has so much going for it that it instantly disarms you with its beauty.

With its eye-catching design, and awesome bracelet finish, this is not only a standout piece ... it's a statement piece.