The ‘Laureato Absolute’ watch has just launched in two new ‘Light & Shade’ and ‘Light & Fire’ hues from Girard-Perregaux. The ‘Laureto Absolute’ series captures Girard-Perregaux's horological expertise and experience and is a contemporary tribute to the original Laureato model from 1975. It boasts a GP01800 caliber, meaning it has an open-worked design and skeletonized movement.
The ‘Light & Fire’ watch is encased in a YAG case, a new polycrystalline type with properties comparable to sapphire crystal and more color variability. The ‘Light & Shade’ boasts a 44mm casing made of metalized sapphire crystal that took 170 hours to complete.
The ‘Light & Fire’ and ‘Light & Shade’ watches from Girard-Perregaux can be viewed online at the brand’s website. The watches are priced at $99,600 USD, but the 'Light & Fire' iteration is limited in quantity.
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Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Curved Watches
- Curved watches with new materials emphasize a modern tribute to classic models and horological expertise.
- Open-worked Design
- Skeletonized movements continue to push the boundaries of watch design and customization.
- Luxury Timepieces
- High-end watch brands are innovating designs and materials to maintain exclusivity and uniqueness.
Where This Applies
- Luxury Watches
- Luxury watch manufacturers are able to capitalize on the high prices paid for unique designs and modern materials.
- Fashion Accessories
- Curved watches have the potential to appeal to fashion-conscious individuals looking for exclusive and luxurious accessories.
- Jewelry
- High-end watches with unique designs and rare materials are becoming more like jewelry pieces, creating an opportunity for traditional jewelers to expand their offerings.
