Seth Semilof

Seth Semilof, Publisher of Haute Living magazine, has been a devoted watch enthusiast since he can remember. It was out of this passion that, last year, Semilof and business partner Kamal Hotchandani launched luxury timepiece website Haute Time. The two curate the site, hand-selecting all content that goes live. Semilof highlights his favorite—and the most sought-after—watch brands through weekly five-question interviews with the CEOs and Presidents of these top-tier companies. Finally, he curates the site on a daily basis, including three or more updates on newsworthy topics every day.

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New This Week: Richard Mille RM 011 Felipe Massa Flyback Chronograph Red Kite

New This Week: Richard Mille RM 011 Felipe Massa Flyback Chronograph Red Kite

In a very special, very limited collection, Richard Mille introduces the RM 011 Felipe Massa dubbed “Red Kite.” The 30-unit line is a limited edition version of the brand’s highly sought-after flyback chronograph. A seamless combination of chestnut red gold and sleek black DLC titanium, the Red Kite’s tripartite case shines with a 5N red gold bezel, crown and pusher casings. Red gold hands, numerals and rotors weave the red theme through the piece. This swank chestnut luster is juxtaposed against a matte black DLC titanium case band, crown protector, pushers, case back and deployant buckle. RM 011 Red Kite READ MORE

RJ-Romain Jerome Salutes the Statue of Liberty with Liberty-DNA

RJ-Romain Jerome Salutes the Statue of Liberty with Liberty-DNA

In collaboration with The Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation and Gold Leaf Corporation, RJ-Romain Jerome is pledging allegiance on this 125th anniversary of the Statue of Liberty with a symbolic new piece dubbed Liberty-DNA. The oxidized copper dial and bronze facetted hands pay homage to the statue, while a bronze bezel complete with 12 spikes mimics her iconic crown. It is complete with a vintage brown alligator strap. A medallion on the case back pledges allegiance with a scene of Liberty’s lit flame illuminating the American flag’s stars and stripes. Like Haute Time? Join our Facebook page or follow us READ MORE

Audemars Piguet Presents: Limited Edition Leo Messi Royal Oak

Audemars Piguet Presents: Limited Edition Leo Messi Royal Oak

Renowned Swiss watchmaker Audemars Piguet has announced the exciting release of the Leo Messi Royal Oak, limited to 1000 pieces. The 41mm timepiece stands out from the typical Royal Oak. First, an elegant alligator strap as well as a strong rubber strap replaces the signature steel bracelet. The color of the hour markers on each piece corresponds to the model: pink gold markers on the pink gold pieces (limited to 400 units); white gold markers on the steel model (limited to 500 units); and a blue dial with white gold markers for the platinum version (limited to only 100 units). READ MORE

Vacheron Constantin To Take Over Geary’s Spot On Rodeo Drive In 2013

Vacheron Constantin To Take Over Geary’s Spot On Rodeo Drive In 2013

Rodeo Drive will add another upscale watch retailer to its prestigious sidewalk and a 255-year-old watch manufacturer will add yet another posh location to its worldwide list of stores in March 2013 when Vacheron Constantin opens its doors on one of the most coveted shopping streets in the world. The watch manufacturer recently signed a 10-year lease for the 1,500-square-foot space, formerly occupied by Geary’s Rodeo Drive at 365 N. Rodeo Dr. Per city agreements, Geary’s must leave the space on July 15 in “bloom clean” condition. Vacheron Constantin is set to pay a higher rent than Geary’s. Source: Beverly Hills Courier Like Haute READ MORE

Dior VIII Collection: Ultra-Thin Feminine Pieces And Ode To Superstitious Founder

Dior VIII Collection: Ultra-Thin Feminine Pieces And Ode To Superstitious Founder

Dior Timepieces pays tribute to its founder and his life-long adoration of architecture and precision this year with the launch of the Dior VIII Collection, a line of feminine, timeless pieces. The name Dior VIII has eight characters, an ode to Christian Dior’s superstitious lucky number. Other instances of the number eight in the brand include the couture house’s founding on Oct. 8, 1946, as well as the VIIIth arrondissement of Paris and its Avenue Montaigne and 8 Place Vendôme, where the maison’s high jewellery and timepiece collections are located. Every piece in the Dior VIII collection stays true to READ MORE

Richard Mille to Design Official Bracelet for “Big One for One Drop” Tournament

Richard Mille to Design Official Bracelet for “Big One for One Drop” Tournament

Undoubtedly one of the most prestigious tournaments in the world of poker playing, the “Big One for One Drop” is set to take place at the Rio All-Suite Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas from July 1-3. The tournament itself requires a cool one-million-dollar entry fee to ensure participation. The 2012 affair will benefit the “One Drop” Foundation, an organization that aims to provide global access to water, created by Cirque du Soleil® Founder, Guy Laliberté. Renowned timepiece producer Richard Mille has recently announced his involvement in the Laliberté’s effort by designing the official trophy awarded to the winner of the READ MORE

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