# Curved Horology-Inspired Watches Girard-Perregaux Debuts Two Colorways for the 'Laureato Absolute' By Kanesa D | Published 2023-01-18 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/girard-perregaux References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2023/1/girard-perregaux-laureato-absolute-light-shade-light-fire-lunar-new-year-limited-edition-release-info) & [girard-perregaux](https://www.girard-perregaux.com/usa_en/) The ‘Laureato Absolute’ watch has just launched in two new ‘Light & Shade’ and ‘Light & Fire’ hues from [Girard-Perregaux](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laureato-fifty). 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](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/piaget-altiplano-skeleton-mtiers-dart). 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](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pegasus-sapphire) 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. Image Credit: Girard-Perregaux, [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2023/1/girard-perregaux-laureato-absolute-light-shade-light-fire-lunar-new-year-limited-edition-release-info), [girard-perregaux](https://www.girard-perregaux.com/usa_en/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 14% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/watches) ## Key Themes ### 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. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Demure Iridescent Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-girard-perregeaux-x-astonmartin-laureato-chronograph-hero.md) - [Anniversary Sport Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laureato-fifty.md) - [Elevated Sleek Titanium Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lauretato-chronograph-ti49.md) - [Retrofuturism Metallic Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/girardperregaux-casquette-20.md) - [Sports Car-Branded Watch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aston-martins-formula-one-team.md) - [Celebratory Celestial Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gshock-gcwb5000un-carbon-edition.md) - [Color-Centric Collaborative Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/defy-skyline-tourbillon-felipe-pantone.md) - [Sand Gold Luxurious Wristwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remaster02.md) - [Transparent Luxury Watch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pegasus-sapphire.md)