Hugo Boss Flawless 1502532 Women's Watch Gold Dial Steel Bracelet

Hugo Boss Flawless 1502532: the essentials at a glance

The Hugo Boss Flawless 1502532 women's watch combines a 36 mm round case in yellow gold-plated steel, a champagne gold dial and a matching steel bracelet. It is aimed at those looking for an entirely gold-toned dress watch that can take them through a day at the office and on to dinner without changing the bracelet. Here is what to know before you order.

• Movement: quartz, with a multifunction display of day, date and 24 h across three subdials. This is not a measuring watch: the reading is permanent, with no pushers to operate.
• Case: yellow gold-plated steel, round shape, 36 mm diameter for 9.15 mm thickness.
• Dial: champagne gold, structured by three subdials that add depth to the reading.
• Glass: mineral, suited to the minor knocks and scuffs of everyday wear.
• Bracelet: gold-toned steel, fastened with a deployant clasp.
• Water resistance: 30 metres (3 ATM), meaning protection against splashes and rain.

Three gold subdials to read day, date and 24 h

The dial of the Flawless 1502532 does more than show the time. Each of its three subdials has a specific role, which makes the watch useful beyond its decorative appeal.

• Day subdial: shows the day of the week, handy for checking an appointment without taking out your phone.
• Date subdial: a hand points to the date, easy to read at a glance thanks to the gold-toned indices.
• 24 h subdial: distinguishes day from night, useful after a flight or when setting the watch.
• Central hands: hours and minutes remain at the centre, so the main reading is never obscured by the subdials.

Our setting tip: turn the hands until the 24 h subdial passes midnight, then set the desired time. This avoids the twelve-hour offset that changes the day at noon instead of midnight, the most common mistake with multifunction watches.

A 36 mm case that stays slim on the wrist

With a 36 mm diameter and 9.15 mm thickness, the Flawless sits in one of the most versatile sizes for a women's wrist. The thickness is barely a quarter of the diameter: the watch slides under a blouse or blazer sleeve without catching the fabric.

• Wrist of 14 to 15 cm: the case takes up a good part of the wrist's width and asserts its gold character.
• Wrist of 15 to 17 cm: this is the balance zone, where the watch looks proportionate without dominating.
• Wrist over 17 cm: the 36 mm remains understated and is easily worn with a bangle or a curb chain.
• Adjustment: the steel bracelet can be shortened by removing links, a quick job for a watchmaker.

The deployant clasp opens and closes without the watch sliding on the wrist, a real comfort for quick morning fitting.

Wearing and caring for your gold Flawless

An entirely gold-toned watch needs a few simple habits to keep its shine. The yellow gold tone of the case and bracelet is mainly protected from friction and cosmetic products.

• Perfume and cream: apply them before putting on the watch and let them dry, as solvents tarnish gold-toned surfaces.
• Cleaning: wipe with a dry microfibre cloth after each wear, and once a month use a barely damp cloth between the links.
• Storage: use a pouch or a separate compartment, to prevent rings and bracelets from scratching the gold-toned steel.
• Water: 3 ATM covers hand washing and rain, but not showering or swimming.
• Battery: have it replaced by a professional, who will also check the caseback seal.

On style, the champagne gold dial pairs well with camel, cream, black and navy, and blends naturally with yellow gold jewellery. It works just as well with a tailored suit as with a knitted jumper and raw denim jeans.