The Monterey watch, a neo-vintage masterpiece, has been reignited by the influence of Tyler, the Creator, and Mike Nouveau, but it's Jeremy Allen White who's truly making it shine. In 2023, Tyler showcased a Louis Vuitton Monterey, a 1988 debut, and a video from Nouveau showcased its rarity. This sparked a resale frenzy, and Louis Vuitton reissued the watch in 2025, elevating its luxury status with a solid gold case and a stunning enamel dial. White, a fashion-forward horologist, has worn Louis Vuitton's Tambour and Bulgari Bulgari, but the Monterey stands out. Designed by Gae Aulenti, the Monterey consists of two complicated quartz-powered watches, the LV I and LV II, housed in gold or ceramic. The new Monterey, measuring 39mm in 18K yellow gold, retains the original's charm with a grand feu enamel dial, a black Arabic numeral track, and a sleek, contemporary look. It boasts an automatic Calibre LFTMA01.02 movement, a 45-hour power reserve, and a 4 Hz beat rate. With a price tag of $59,000, the Monterey is an 'It' watch in 2025, and Jeremy Allen White's endorsement solidifies its status.
