Vivienne Westwood Montagu VV206SLRS Mother-of-Pearl Stainless Steel Women's Watch

The Montagu VV206SLRS at a glance

The Vivienne Westwood Montagu VV206SLRS combines a 35 mm rose gold stainless steel case, a luminous mother-of-pearl dial and a matching stainless steel bracelet. It is a dress watch that plays with light and stands out for the living quality of its dial. Here is what you need to know before choosing:

• 35 mm case in rose gold stainless steel, elegant and feminine presence
• Natural mother-of-pearl dial with iridescent reflections, three-hand display
• Rose gold stainless steel bracelet, robust and easy to maintain
• Precise quartz movement, reliable and requires no mechanical servicing
• 50 M water resistance (5 ATM), more versatile than jewellery-style models
• Mineral glass protecting the dial from daily scratches

Mother-of-pearl, a dial that captures light

The mother-of-pearl dial is the true signature of the Montagu: each piece is unique, because natural mother-of-pearl, taken from the inner layer of certain shells, diffuses iridescent reflections that vary according to viewing angle and lighting. No two mother-of-pearl dials are identical, which gives each watch a singular character impossible to standardise. This living material brings a depth and play of light that no lacquered dial, however high-end, can reproduce. Combined with the rose gold of the case and bracelet, it creates a luminous and decidedly feminine ensemble, where the hues shift from rosy white to cream depending on wrist orientation. The Montagu thus positions itself as an ideal dress piece for occasions, weddings, dinners or events, whilst remaining perfectly wearable day-to-day over office wear or a simple dress.

Stainless steel bracelet and enhanced water resistance

Unlike the leather Soho models, the Montagu adopts a rose gold stainless steel bracelet, more robust, durable and completely unaffected by perspiration. It is maintained with a simple soft cloth wipe and can be shortened by a watchmaker through link removal for a perfect fit to your wrist. This is a genuine practical advantage: whereas leather is a wear component to be replaced periodically, stainless steel accompanies the watch throughout its lifetime without degrading. Another notable asset, water resistance rises to 50 M (5 ATM), double that of the Soho models, which allows hand washing without concern and increased exposure to ambient humidity. Be aware, however, that this level remains insufficient for active swimming or diving, but it amply covers all daily activities and provides genuine peace of mind in use.

Wrist, style and occasions

With its 35 mm diameter, the Montagu is suited to slim to medium wrists that want a visible yet elegant watch, a step above the 24 to 25 mm jewellery formats from the house. This diameter offers a more generous dial, which showcases the mother-of-pearl reflections even better. The mother-of-pearl and rose gold pairing illuminates both evening wear and office ensembles, and plays the role of a jewel in its own right on the wrist. Robust thanks to its stainless steel bracelet, it withstands daily use without special precautions, making it versatile beyond formal occasions alone. Dispatched quickly and covered by the warranty, it makes a striking and memorable gift. Explore the Vivienne Westwood collection to compare mother-of-pearl, silver and coloured dials as well as the different sizes offered. A word on mother-of-pearl dial care, which sometimes causes concern: protected by the glass, it requires no special attention and simply needs to be kept away from frontal impacts. The stainless steel bracelet, meanwhile, is revived with a simple soft cloth wipe, slightly dampened, then carefully dried, to restore all its rose gold lustre right into the link recesses. These simple gestures are enough to keep the Montagu looking as good as new.