The Piaget Polo S Chronograph means you will look the business when you seal the deal.

The new season is here. But when you hit refresh on your work wardrobe, don’t forget about your wrist. And even if you’re not going for a full image overhaul, it’s as good a place as any to try something new.

Which is where the Piaget Polo S Chronograph comes in. With its rubber bracelet and black carbon-treated bezel, it doesn’t look like a city watch. But dress codes in the City are changing (certain banks have done away with collar and tie altogether). Its self winding, two-tone 42mm steel case and black guilloché dial are as masculine as they come. Plus, it’s a limited edition, with only 888 pieces in existence.

But here’s why it’s a good fit for a suit and tie: every high-flyer worth his salt knows that one’s accessories need to match and that applies to the watch as well. The black rubber looks slick alongside these acetate Tom Ford glasses frames and the sheen of the bezel matches that of the Church’s brogues, as shown here.

This second look is more playful. Its three shades of blue in one look is a favourite of the Milanese, it manages to keep within the formal end of a dress code, but only just: the Paul Smith suit, above, is a slim cut, the Drake’s tie is knitted, matching the slim lapel on the jacket and the Gucci pocket square, like most of the Italian house’s wares over the past three years, does more than catch the eye – it calls for attention. But the watch, with its two chronograph dials still holds its own in this modern city-boy ensemble.

The best bit about this watch is arguably what you can’t see while wearing it. The back of the case is made from sapphire glass, allowing you to see the watch telling time in real time as the Piaget 1160P calibre self-winding movement and oscillating weight (engraved with the Piaget coat of arms). 

But then, like ice cream or Bikram yoga, some things in life are better enjoyed on your own.

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