Speeding ahead of the onslaught of soon-to-be-dropped watch releases at Watches & Wonders, Girard-Perregaux is fast-tracking the launch of its latest Laureato with the announcement of two solid green ceramic versions in collaboration with Aston Martin that should have collectors racing to call their local authorized dealers.
Girard-Perregaux’s Laureato first appeared in the brand’s collection in 1975. It answered the call of the era, which demanded a highly wearable sports watch for everyday use. The original model debuted the signature octagonal bezel placed on a contrasting round case. These elements have continued to lay the foundation of the Laureato collection through each iteration, including the three variations designed collaboratively with Aston Martin since their partnership began in 2021.
Today, we see the fruits of their labor yet again with the third edition of the Laureato Aston Martin, this time in the luxury sports car manufacturer’s signature British racing green. For nearly 125 years, the green hue has been the trademark of British race cars, including Aston Martin. The tradition began in 1900 with the Gordon Bennett Cup in which various colors were assigned to the cars based on the nationality of the driver. British cars were
