7 timeless all-black watches that will never go out of style

There’s all-black watches, and then there is this ultra matte all-black watch from the watch line that Dior introduced in 2003. Measuring 34mm, the quartz-run timepiece sports a textured steel bezel and crown paved with 13 brilliant-cut black diamond. And instead of numerals, the three, six and nine o’clock markers are replaced by diamonds, to give some shine to an otherwise muted design. Dior also has a more glamorous version of the watch that comes with a bezel set with 52 diamonds.

The latest addition to Bulgari’s four decades-old watch collection looks refreshingly modern with its glossy 41mm stainless steel case and logo-engraved bezel. White hour markers and indices sit boldly atop the black lacquered dial, driven by the self-winding Solo Tempo calibre that’s visible on the watch’s case back. A 33mm version is also available.

Renowned for its round and cushion-shaped design, the Piaget Polo timepiece (introduced in 1979 by Yves G. Piaget) is known for its sporty-meets-elegant good looks. This automatic version comes in a 42mm steel case with an inky-hue. If you’re looking to switch things up, the rubber strap can be switched out for a leather one.

Only 300 pieces of this 34mm limited-edition ceramic timepiece are produced by the Swiss watchmaker. Created in collaboration with Italian jewellery designer Carolina Bucci, the collectable design is made to fete the 50th anniversary of the women’s watch range. Bucci, who has collaborated with the brand twice before, adds a rainbow mirror effect on the all-black dial – a nod to the Royal Oak’s distinctive Tapisserie geometric pattern on the dial. Within the 34mm case: 22-carat pink gold hands and hourly indicators that contrast the dial. The titanium and sapphire caseback is engraved with the inscription “Limited Edition Carolina Bucci” and reveals the beating heart of this unisex ticker: the Calibre 5800 which has a 50-hour power reserve.