At Paris based boutique watch brand Baltic, a hot new launch points strongly to this trend. The MR01 is a relatively diminutive size—just 36mm—compared to most modern watches. It is also slim ...

It sees the popular Baltic MR01, Baltic Bicompax and Baltic HMS models coated in Gold PVD. That's paired with a stunning black dial, and an Italian calf leather strap.

The Baltic MR01, which comes with an Italian calf leather strap, is available in three dial colours: blue, silver, and salmon, and at $627, is an outright steal.

Baltic MR01. It’s exciting to see a micro-band in Chrono24’s monthly roundup — and a young one at that! This Baltic watch is classically sized, yet its approach feels fresh.