Patek Philippe Twenty-4

Patek Philippe may be known for its complicated calendar watches, but it’s equally renowned for the simple, elegant dress watches it makes for both men and women.  Take the Twenty-4 line, for example: Released in 1999, this ladies’ collection is geared toward the modern women in search of a superlative timepiece that oozes elegance and class. Available in rectangular and round case profiles in various metals and configurations, it’s one of the best dedicated women’s watch collections on the market today.  This particular Twenty-4, a Reference 4908 from circa the 2010s, features a 22mm, diamond-encrusted rectangular case with a matching bracelet finished in rhodium-plated white gold with a sapphire crystal, a diamond cabochon crown, and a lovely, sunburst grey dial with applied diamond indices and a matching luminous handset. Powered by a reliable quartz movement, this piece makes for a great choice for formal occasions, or if you simply want to wear it day-in and day-out.