Daniel Wellington Classic Petite Durham DW00100172: A Light Brown Strap on a White Dial

The DW00100172 is the Classic Petite Durham, a 32 mm women’s quartz watch that pairs a white dial with a rose gold case and a light brown leather strap. The Durham name is used by Daniel Wellington for the softer, tan-leaning leather in the Petite range, and that lighter strap is what separates this reference from its darker-strapped siblings. The result is a gentle, low-contrast watch where the leather, the metal and the dial all stay within one warm palette.

Size and How It Wears

The round case measures 32 mm in diameter and roughly 6 mm in height, excluding the crown and lugs, and the whole watch weighs around 25 g. That is very little on the wrist, so it is easy to forget about during a long day. The proportions are modest rather than oversized, which makes the watch a natural fit for smaller wrists while still reading as a proper, grown-up piece on larger ones. The case sits flat and does not snag on clothing.

• 32 mm diameter, 6 mm height – slim enough for fitted sleeves
• About 25 g – light and comfortable for all-day wear
• Rose gold colour case – a warm pink-gold shade on stainless steel

Case Material and Glass

The case is made of stainless steel in a rose gold colour. Over the dial sits mineral glass, which is hard enough for daily use and keeps the face clear of scuffs from desks, bags and door frames. The metal tone is carried through the crown and the hands, so the watch has a consistent colour from the edge of the case to the centre of the dial.

Dial

The dial is white, with thin rose gold hour markers and matching hands that show hours and minutes only. There is no date aperture and no sub-dial, which keeps the white field open and uncluttered. Daniel Wellington’s name is printed in small type under twelve o’clock. The layout is easy to read at arm’s length or from a quick look at the wrist, and it contrasts well with a light brown strap beneath it.

• White dial – bright, matte background
• Rose gold hands and markers – fine lines that stay visible
• No date window – nothing to adjust beyond the time

Quartz Movement

The watch runs on a battery-powered quartz movement. It stays accurate without winding and needs no regular adjustment. Expect to replace the battery after a couple of years of use, a quick job for a watchmaker.

The Leather Strap

The strap is genuine leather in a light brown, closed with a metal buckle. Lighter leathers such as this one pick up a soft patina as they are worn, so the colour deepens slightly with time. The strap fits on standard spring bars, which means you can replace it with another strap of the correct width if you want a change, and the strap width is worth confirming before you order a replacement. Keep a light-coloured strap away from dark denim and dyed fabrics, because colour can transfer when it is new.

Water Resistance

The case is rated to 3 ATM (30 metres), meaning it will cope with rain and splashes while washing your hands. Do not swim, shower or bathe with it. Moisture is the quickest way to stain and weaken a light leather strap.

Who This Watch Suits

• Women who prefer light, natural tones over strong contrast
• Anyone who wants a small watch with a pared-back dial for the office or everyday wear
• First-time buyers of a branded quartz watch
• People who like to change straps with the seasons

Care Notes

Clean the case with a soft, dry cloth, and wipe the crystal gently to remove fingerprints. Let the strap air-dry if it becomes damp, and avoid hand creams and sprays on the leather. Have the battery changed by a watchmaker so that the case back is resealed properly. When you are not wearing the watch, keep it in a dry place, away from direct sun.

About the Brand

Daniel Wellington started in Sweden in 2011 and built its name on slim watches with a clean face and swappable straps. The Classic Petite family, with cases of 28 mm and 32 mm, was designed to bring that look to smaller wrists. Each reference in the line is named after a British place, and Durham is the name used for the light brown leather strap.

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