Vivienne Westwood Wallace VV208GBGD Black Gold Women's Watch

The Wallace VV208GBGD in brief

The Vivienne Westwood Wallace VV208GBGD features an intense black dial, a 36 mm case in gold-plated stainless steel and a matching stainless steel bracelet. The black and gold combination creates an elegant watch with striking contrast, the most assertive piece in this selection. Here is what you need to know before choosing:

• 36 mm case in gold-plated steel, refined appearance and strong presence
• Deep black dial with three hands, maximum contrast and instant readability
• Gold-plated stainless steel bracelet, robust and easy to maintain
• Precise quartz movement, reliable and requires no mechanical servicing
• 50 M water resistance (5 ATM) for versatile daily wear
• Mineral glass protecting the dial from everyday scratches

Black and gold, an elegant contrast

The combination of the black dial and the gold case creates a sharp and sophisticated contrast, very different from the light or pastel tones of the house's jewellery-style models. Black has the particular quality of visually enlarging the dial and making the gold hands and indices stand out, for immediate and effortless time reading. This is a principle long exploited in watchmaking: a dark background absorbs light and enhances the lighter elements that stand out against it. This timeless pairing suits both evening wear and professional attire, and transcends trends without ever looking dated, unlike more striking combinations. The Wallace VV208GBGD thus establishes itself as the most assertive piece in the selection, elegant through its gold finish and perfectly easy to wear from morning to night.

A 36 mm gold-plated case and stainless steel bracelet

At 36 mm, the Wallace offers a strong presence, suited to medium wrists or those who prefer a watch that is clearly visible and readable at a glance. This diameter gives the black dial the space needed to display generous indices and hands, a real comfort for reading compared to jewellery formats of 24 to 25 mm. The gold-plated finish of the case and stainless steel bracelet reinforces the elegant and cohesive character of the whole, where each element responds to the same colour register. The stainless steel bracelet resists perspiration and water, unlike leather, wipes clean with a soft cloth and can be shortened by a watchmaker through link removal for precise adjustment. The 50 M (5 ATM) water resistance comfortably covers hand washing and humidity exposure, without being suitable for active swimming or diving, which remains consistent with the watch's elegant purpose.

Style, robustness and maintenance

The black and gold Wallace shines through its remarkable versatility: it transitions from office to evening without changing register or requiring any particular coordination with your outfit, as black and gold complement almost any colour. Robust thanks to its stainless steel bracelet and solid case, it withstands daily wear without special precautions, making it equally suited to everyday wear and special occasions. Regular cleaning of the bracelet with a soft, slightly damp cloth then dried preserves its gold lustre and removes traces lodged between the links. Simply avoid abrasive products, which could dull the gold finish. Shipped quickly and covered by the warranty, it makes an elegant and reliable gift. Browse other Wallace finishes and the Montagu line in the Vivienne Westwood collection to compare available dials and sizes. One final tip: if you are torn between the black and gold of this VV208GBGD and a light dial version, remember that black better enhances a gold finish and suits dark outfits and formal occasions particularly well, whilst a light dial appears lighter and more summery on the wrist.