Richard Mille and John Simonian walk like good friends with arms around one another. They are smiling as though reminiscing about fond memories. Richard Mille is the man behind the phenomenally successful ultra high-end, technically sophisticated sports watch brand, while John Simonian has long been known as the most important name in Independent watch brands […]

It was a momentous occasion at Boca Raton’s Town Center mall on December 16, as a special ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the official unveiling of Bobby Yampolsky’s latest venture in the world of fine timepieces—the first ever Ulysse Nardin boutique in the United States. It’s In His Blood Bobby is no stranger to glitz and glamour; […]

  Richard Mille has debuted its landmark new timepiece the RM 037 and the new automatic caliber CRMA1. Gearing up for SIHH 2012 in January, the new timepiece represents an original concept by the Richard Mille movement designers in Les Breuleux, Switzerland. This automatic winding caliber created from skeletonized grade 5 titanium sports an oversize date […]

Go behind the scenes of Haute Living's photo shoot with the one and only Swizz Beatz

On December 1, Members of The Special Events Committee of The Lotos Club, one of the oldest literary clubs in the United States, hosted their very first watchmaking event for Club members in New York.  Approximately 50 guests attended the sold out event, many of whom were watch collectors and enthusiasts, to learn more about watches […]

Graff’s new  MasterGraff Skeleton Limited Edition timepiece is one of the most luxurious watches to even hit the market. Delivered in either a rose or white gold  48mm facetted case, each version is encrusted with an astonishing 164 diamonds, totaling 21 carats. This special model features hand-wound mechanical movement. Linked to the skeletonized tourbillon, it supplies a 72-hour power […]

The perpetual calendar is one of the best known complications in watchmaking and one of the most useful: it’s a miniature computer that automatically corrects the date at the end of each month, since some months (as the children’s rhyme reminds us) are 30 days long, and some 31.  The odd man out is February: […]

  The perpetual calendar is one of the best known complications in watchmaking and one of the most useful: it’s a miniature computer that automatically corrects the date at the end of each month, since some months (as the children’s rhyme reminds us) are 30 days long, and some 31.  The odd man out is […]

Hublot, now the official timekeeper of the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil is paying a tribute to the nation of Brazil and one of the country’s most celebrated figures, architect Oscar Niemeyer. Working in conjunction with Niemeyer, Hublot has unveiled their Aero Bang Niemeyer series. The Aero Bang Niemeyer celebrates Niemeyer’s 104th birthday with only 104 […]

The Reverso watch line has been an iconic image of Art Deco style for Jaeger LeCoultre since its inception of the first Reverso in 1931. It is an accomplishment for a brand to be successful for such a long time; it is even more impressive that the Reverso’s style is still as popular and acclaimed […]

Limited to just 20 pieces, the Hublot Ferrari Big Bang Chrono Tourbillon has debuted in celebration of the 20th anniversary of the first Ferrari in China. The features of this sporty special edition piece make this watch a distinctive top speed collaboration between the Italian auto brand and luxury Swiss watchmaker. The timepiece boasts PVD Titanium buckles, exposed internals, red sapphire-tint crystal and the […]

The first U.S. boutique for world renowned watchmaker Breguet celebrated a decade on Madison Avenue last night with an exclusive cocktail reception showcasing a selection of the brands most coveted timepieces and high jewelry valued at $10 Million. Breguet’s U.S. brand president, Mr. Michael Nelson was joined by friend of the brand, actor Dominic Chianese (The Sopranos), […]

This week, Greubel Forsey opened its first Time Art Gallery on the Bund in Shanghai, China.  The elegant space displays watches that Robert Greubel and Stephen Forsey have created since their company debuted 13 years ago.  Also on display are timepieces by independent master watchmakers that Robert and Stephen admire, and a collaborative contemporary art […]

In celebration of the extraordinary life and legacy of Elizabeth Taylor, Christie’s New York will hold a four day auction of the icon’s spectacular jewelry, fashion, and art collection taking place December 13th through 16th. One of the highlights of the auction is the magnificent Lord Kalla watch from Vacheron Constantin, estimated at $300,000-$500,000. It is no […]

Cartier Singapore revealed a redesigned boutique in Ngee Ann City during an exclusive launch event.  The private celebration included a ribbon-cutting ceremony that was overseen by Christopher Kilaniotis, managing director of Cartier. Singapore’s most prominent socialites stepped out for the event that, of course, prominently displayed the French jeweler’s dazzling watches and jewelry.  Pieces from […]