Diamonds on a black dial look like stars on a night sky, and that is the appeal of the Mido Baroncelli M8600.4.68.1 (M86004681). It takes a crisp all-steel dress watch and adds diamond hour markers for a subtle, after-dark glamour.

Baroncelli is Mido's classic collection, introduced in 1976 and inspired by the grand Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II in Milan, with its smooth arches and refined proportions. This 38mm case is 9.1mm thick, so it slides easily under a shirt cuff, and its size suits both men and women who like a mid-sized watch. The black dial keeps things legible, the diamonds add sparkle, and a date window sits between four and five o'clock. A Swiss automatic movement powers it, on view through an exhibition back.

The stainless steel bracelet in a silver tone closes with a deployant clasp. Black and steel pair with practically anything, while the diamonds make it feel suitably special for evenings and celebrations.

Black diamond Baroncelli, M8600.4.68.1 (M86004681)

• Case: 38mm stainless steel, 9.1mm
• Dial: black with diamond hour markers and date
• Movement: Swiss automatic
• Crystal: scratch-resistant sapphire
• Caseback: exhibition
• Water resistance: 50 meters
• Bracelet: steel, deployant clasp, 20mm

Dark, sparkling and versatile, a dress watch with a little extra.