Daniel Wellington Petite Bristol DW00100239: Eggshell White Dial and Brown Leather in 28 mm

The Daniel Wellington Petite Bristol DW00100239 is a 28 mm women’s quartz watch in silver stainless steel with an eggshell white dial and a brown leather strap. It is the light-faced counterpart to the black-dialled Petite references: the dial is a soft off-white rather than a stark white, and the strap supplies the contrast.

It is a small, slim watch for people who want something quiet and tidy. Nothing on it is there for show, and that restraint is what the Bristol is about.

Case and Proportions

The case measures 28 mm in diameter and is 6 mm deep, made from 316L stainless steel with a silver-coloured plating. Few watches are this thin and this small, which means it hardly registers on the wrist and is easily hidden under a sleeve when the occasion calls for it. Mineral glass covers the dial.

• 28 mm silver case – a petite, slim design at 6 mm
• Mineral crystal – a glass cover that resists everyday scuffs
• Stainless steel build – 316L, a common grade for watch cases

The Eggshell White Dial

Eggshell is a warm, slightly creamy white, softer on the eye than a bright white and gentler against the skin tone of the wrist. The layout is a plain analogue face without a date or sub-dials, so the time can be read without any effort. Set against the silver case, the pale dial gives the watch a light, airy appearance that works especially well in summer.

Quartz Movement

A Japanese quartz movement runs the Bristol. It is battery powered, accurate and free from daily winding. All you need to do is wear it, and replace the battery when it finally runs down.

Brown Leather Strap

The strap is brown leather, which the brand describes as dark brown, 12 mm wide and held in place by spring bars. The watch lists an adjustable band length of around 145 to 185 mm, and its buckle fastens in the usual way. Brown against an off-white dial feels warm and natural, and because the strap is interchangeable you can replace it with another 12 mm band whenever you like.

• Brown leather – a warm partner for the pale dial
• Standard 12 mm fitting – swappable with other straps
• Buckle closure – familiar and easy to adjust

Water Resistance Explained

Rated at 3 ATM, the Bristol handles damp weather and the occasional splash. It is not designed for swimming or showering, and the brand states it should be kept away from both. Leather in particular suffers from repeated wetting, so take the watch off before washing your hands thoroughly or before exercising in water.

Collection Background

Daniel Wellington started in Sweden in 2011 with a focus on slim watches and straps that clip on and off. The Petite line is its small-case range and is named after places in Britain. The brand lists Bristol in both 28 mm and 32 mm; this reference is the 28 mm.

Who Will Enjoy It

• Women with small wrists who want a proportionate watch
• Those who prefer a light dial to a dark one
• Anyone looking for a polished, low-key everyday watch
• Gift givers wanting a simple design with brand recognition

Care Notes

Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the case and crystal. Light-coloured dials show nothing through a clean crystal, but moisture inside would be visible, so avoid steam and hot water. Protect the brown strap from rain, hand cream and direct sunlight, which can darken or dry out leather. Have the battery changed by a watchmaker, who can also check the seals so the watch stays splash resistant.

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