Inside Audemars Piguet in New York ; An Up Close Look at Five Exceptional Watches

Last Week, HauteTime got a VIP invitation to visit with Audemars Piguet’s US Boutiques Manager, Jasmine Bapic. Haute Time took a tour through the Audemars Piguet on 57th Street in Manhattan, where we chose five amazing watches available exclusively at the boutique, which we felt would merit the attention of our readers. The First Piece is […]

By Seth Semilof

Piaget and amfAR Partner Up for the Inspiration Miami Beach Party

amFAR , the American Foundation for AIDS Research and luxury watchmaker Piaget teamed up to host one of Miami’s most glamorous and exciting late night parties during Miami Art Basel at the Soho Beach House. Drawing celebrities and notables from the world of art, food, fashion, and film including Russell Simmons, Riccardo Tisci, Kenneth Cole, […]

Rolex to Become Official Timekeeper of F1

World renowned haute horlogerie brand Rolex has been signed on as the official timekeeper of F1, the planet’s highest class of single-seater auto racing sanctioned by the Fédération  Internationale de l’ Automobile.  According to the Formula One website, the major timekeeping deal will be a long-term one. Rolex CEO Gian Ricciardo Marini stated:  “This is […]

Richard Mille’s New Tourbillon G Sensor RM 036 Jean Todt Limited Edition

Haute watchmaker Richard Mille, due to being constantly inspired by the world of automobiles and interested in road safety, teamed up with friend Jean Todt come up with a technologically innovative watch  to make motorsport safer, the Tourbillon G Sensor RM 036 Jean Todt limited edition. Premiering yesterday in Istanbul and the FIA awards ceremony, […]

Unique Hand-Painted Patek Philippe Clock to Be Offered in Antiquorum’s December Auction

For fine watch and clock aficionados and art lovers, Antiquorum’s December 13th auction is less than a week away, but it can’t come soon enough; a Patek Philippe dome clock that has been hand painted by renowned graffiti artist John “CRASH” Matos will be up for grabs. The Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces auction will […]

Haute Living Hosts Roger Dubuis The Velvet Collection Party with Daphne Guinness at Art Basel in Miami

Haute Living kicked Art Basel off right with an event Vogue called one of the most anticipated of the week. The dinner party was a celebration of Ms. Guinness’ collaboration with Swiss watchmaker Roger Dubuis called The Velvet Collection, which was Haute Living's Basel Issue Cover story. Guests gathered in Villa Azure’s courtyard where a sixty-person table with violet roses that matched Daphne’s Haute Living cover shot taken by Nick Knight. Even Martha Stewart couldn’t resist snapping a few pics of the long table.

Carmelo Anthony’s Haute Time Watch of the Day: Zenith Christophe Colomb

The Zenith Christophe Colomb is Carmelo Anthony’s Haute Time Watch of the Day. This impressive timepiece is inspire by the legendary marine chronometer instrument, a clock that was so precise, it was also used for celestial navigation after its creation in the 18th century. The Christophe Colomb shown here in 18k rose gold features a […]

Girard Perregaux Launch Event at Miami’s Art Week

In a special move designed to celebrate the city of Miami’s Art Week, haute horlogerie manufacture Girard-Perregaux of Switzerland, also a partner in the event’s organization, launched a limited edition timepiece specifically created for the occasion:  the FOReverglades watch. The Art Week event opened on November 30, and featured works by renowned artist William Sweetlove […]

Franck Muller Unveils Vintage 7-Days Power Reserve

First introduced to the world during the World Presentation of Haute Horlogerie & Jewellery in Monaco, which took place in the first days of October of this year,  Franck Muller’s new Vintage (Curvex)  7-Days Power Reserve Mechanical wristwatch perfectly illustrates the concept of timekeeping as an art. The latest member of the famous Vintage family […]

Richard Mille Introduces 4-Piece Limited Edition Watch for Golfer Bubba Watson

Richard Mille, the luxury watch manufacturer, to support brand partner golfer Bubba Watson, has recently introduced a very special four piece limited edition Tourbillon RM 038 Bubba Watson “Victory” Watch.  The chronograph pays tribute to Watson’s win at the 2012 Masters in Augusta, Georgia, and ten percent of proceeds from the sales of the watches […]

Carmelo Anthony’s Haute Time Watch of the Day: Zenith Christophe Colomb

The Zenith Christophe Colomb is Carmelo Anthony’s Haute Time Watch of the Day. This impressive timepiece is inspire by the legendary marine chronometer instrument, a clock that was so precise, it was also used for celestial navigation after its creation in the 18th century. The Christophe Colomb shown here in 18k rose gold features a […]

MB & F Making Tracks With HM5 On the Road Again

Luxury watchmakers Maximilian Büsser & Friends have brought together two of our favorite luxury pursuits: haute horlogerie and beautiful sportscars. The company recently unveiled the HM5 On the Road Again, an stunning ode to the Amida Digitrend and the super-powered cars of that iconic timepieces’ era. The 51.5mm x 49mm x 22.5mm wedge-shaped case of MB […]

A Truly One of a Kind Tribute: The Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch

With all the excitement surrounding The Omega brand lately, boutique openings around the world, their brand ambassadors and of course the recent worldwide release of James Bond Skyfall, it was wonderful to see yet another unique piece from the Omega brand. During a recent visit to the Omega Boutique in New York City, I had […]

Hublot and Haute Time Set to Unveil One-Of-A-Kind Domingo Zapata Installation

The world of luxury and creativity have converged in Miami for the 11th annual Art Basel, and this Thursday December 6th, they’re in for a treat. Celebrated artist Domingo Zapata is set to unveil a one-of-a-kind window installation at Hublot’s exclusive Miami boutique, with Haute Time sponsoring this unique showcase. Zapata has revealed that the new […]

Carmelo Anthony’s Haute Time Watch of the Day: Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Traditionelle Openworked Perpetual Calendar

Today’s Haute Time Watch of the Day pick by Carmelo Anthony is the Patrimony Traditionelle Openworked perpetual calendar by Vacheron Constantin. This version of the Patrimony Traditionelle boasts a beautiful open-worked, automatic, 1120 QP SQ movement with a 40 hour power reserve. The case is 39mm and is shown here in 18k 5N rose gold. […]

Panerai’s Latest Pieces for Winter 2012-2013

Haute horlogerie manufacture Panerai of Neuchâtel is introducing their Winter 2012-2013 timepieces, two of which are the PAM 421 Radiomir 3 Days GMT Oro Rosso and PAM 439 Radiomir Oro Rosso. Both watches feature a unique and elegant red gold case and hand-wound mechanical movement. The chronographs are available in a variety of case sizes. […]