Daniel Wellington Classic Petite Sheffield DW00100168: Rose Gold and Black Leather

The Daniel Wellington Classic Petite Sheffield DW00100168 is a 32 mm women’s quartz watch with a black dial, a rose gold PVD case and a smooth black leather strap. It is the plainest and most versatile of the black-dial Petite references: no embossing, no mesh and no extra dials, just a clean round face on a black strap. Black and rose gold is a combination that works across casual, business and evening settings, which is the main reason this version is so easy to wear.

The Sheffield name denotes the smooth black leather strap in the Classic Petite range. It sits alongside the Durham, which uses a lighter brown leather, and the Reading, which has an embossed finish.

Case and Wrist Presence

The round case measures 32 mm and is finished in rose gold PVD. On the wrist it appears slim and refined rather than showy, and the warm tone of the case lifts the black dial and strap. The case front is clean and polished-looking, with a single crown at the side for setting the time. At this diameter the watch suits small and medium wrists, and it slips easily under sleeves.

• 32 mm round case – a compact women’s size
• Rose gold PVD plating – warm accent against the black dial
• Mineral crystal – a scratch-resistant glass layer over the dial

Dial: Black and Minimal

The black dial carries only the essentials. Slim markers show the hours, and the hands move over a flat, even background. Nothing interrupts the face: there is no date window and no sub-dial. This simple layout makes the time legible at a glance, and the black background gives the hands and markers strong contrast. With the black strap below it, the dial seems to blend into the strap and the rose gold case becomes the framing detail.

• Time-only display – no date, no sub-dials
• Strong contrast – markers and hands on black
• Matching strap – black leather continues the dial colour

Movement

A quartz movement powers the watch. It is driven by a battery, runs steadily without winding and requires no regular adjustment. When the battery is eventually exhausted, a watchmaker can replace it. As a three-hand watch, the only control is the crown, which sets the time.

Strap and Fit

The strap is black leather with a smooth finish. Smooth black leather is the most adaptable strap choice, and it works as well with jeans as with tailoring. Over time the leather will soften and take on the curve of your wrist. If you want a different look later, the Petite range is designed around straps that can be swapped, though check the lug width before buying a replacement.

Water Resistance in Daily Use

The Sheffield is rated to 30 metres, or 3 ATM. That is enough for splashes, damp weather and washing your hands. It should not be worn swimming, in the shower or in a bath. Leather and water do not mix well, so dry the strap if it gets wet and avoid soaking it.

The Classic Petite Collection

Daniel Wellington was founded in Sweden in 2011 and built its name on slim, minimal watches with a clean dial. The Petite collection brings that approach into smaller 32 mm cases. The Sheffield is the version many buyers think of first when they imagine a black and rose gold women’s watch from the brand: simple, quiet and balanced.

Who This Watch Suits

• Women who want a small black-dial watch with warm metal tones
• Anyone after a simple everyday watch for the office
• Buyers who prefer a smooth leather strap to a bracelet
• Gift buyers looking for a dependable, classic design

Care and Maintenance

Clean the case and crystal with a soft, dry cloth. Keep the black leather strap away from water, perfume and hand cream, and avoid long exposure to direct sun, which can fade or dry the leather. Store the watch on a soft surface so the rose gold plating stays smooth. A watchmaker should replace the battery and check the seals so water resistance is kept at its rated level.

Technical Specifications