And it all started in the 18th century, 228 years ago. From the recognisable form of the Laureato and the elegant oval silhouette of the Cat’s Eye to the unmissable look of the Vintage 1945 and the striking visual identity of the Bridges collection, each series from Girard-Perregaux has a story to tell. One such manufacturer is the house of Girard-Perregaux-the Swiss watchmaking establishment that today carries a strong line of fine timepieces, each of which connects with the roots of the maison and exemplifies the values that built it. Even steering clear of over-the-top design and a confrontational demeanour, these objects of timekeeping can still present an innovative and edgy appearance, but with an understated authority in the craft of watchmaking. There are watches from certain manufacturers that instantly strike me as distinctive in personality and expressing an identifiable look in such a way that they still reflect a classicism that speaks to their rich and illustrious history.
