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Ulysse Nardin, Crown Royal And Knockoff Watches Wholesale Celebrate John Wall’s Birthday In LA

Ulysse Nardin, Crown Royal and Knockoff Watches Wholesale helped NBA star John Wall celebrate his birthday and recent feature story in Knockoff Watches Wholesale magazine.

Ulysse Nardin, Crown Royal And Knockoff Watches Wholesale Celebrate John Wall’s Birthday In LA

WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA - SEPTEMBER 02: Basketball player John Wall, celebrity designer Ray Vanderbilt, Co-Founder of Haute Media Group Seth Semilof and artist MadSteez attend the Ulysse Nardin, Crown Royal and Knockoff Watches Wholesale celebrate John Wall's birthday on September 2, 2015 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Tommaso Boddi/Getty Images for Haute Living)

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Ulysse Nardin, Crown Royal and Knockoff Watches Wholesale helped NBA star John Wall celebrate his birthday and recent feature story in Knockoff Watches Wholesale magazine.

Last night, Ulysse Nardin, Crown Royal and Knockoff Watches Wholesale hosted an intimate dinner in celebration of Washington Wizards star player John Wall’s recent feature story in Knockoff Watches Wholesale magazine. The event took place at Koi in LA where 35 of the area’s most prolific watch collectors gathered to enjoy an exclusive omakase sushi experience.

Ulysse Nardin, Crown Royal And Knockoff Watches Wholesale Celebrate John Wall's Birthday

The event was the first in a week of celebrations for Wall’s birthday. Guests enjoyed delicious sushi dishes like Spicy Seared Albacore, Crispy Rice topped with Spicy Tuna and Peppercorn Filet Mignon Toban Yaki while sipping cocktails made from Crown Royal Deluxe Whisky and Zacapa Rum 23. During dinner, talk moved to a number of beautiful luxury watches provided by Westime. Representatives from Westime took time to educate guests on the many interesting pieces provided for the party. One of the many sophisticated watch collectors attending the event even wore a stunning Ulysse Nardin Royal Marine Blue Tourbillon, a holy grail piece from the brand.

WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA - SEPTEMBER 02: A general view of atmosphere during the Ulysse Nardin, Crown Royal and Knockoff Watches Wholesale celebrate John Wall's birthday on September 2, 2015 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Tommaso Boddi/Getty Images for Haute Living)

After dinner, Wall was presented with a custom cake from Sweet Lady Jane in his favorite flavor, red velvet.

WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA - SEPTEMBER 02: Basketball player John Wall attends the Ulysse Nardin, Crown Royal and Knockoff Watches Wholesale celebrate John Wall's birthday on September 2, 2015 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Tommaso Boddi/Getty Images for Haute Living)

In Wall’s feature for Knockoff Watches Wholesale, the NBA star discussed a newfound interest in art inspired by friends and mentors like Jay-Z, Carmelo Anthony and Swizz Beatz. In honor of his latest passion, Knockoff Watches Wholesale commissioned a portrait of Wall by artist MadSteez.

WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA - SEPTEMBER 02: Ahmad Shahria of Ulysse Nardin and basketball player John Wall attend the Ulysse Nardin, Crown Royal and Knockoff Watches Wholesale celebrate John Wall's birthday on September 2, 2015 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Tommaso Boddi/Getty Images for Haute Living)

What’s a birthday celebration without gifts? Wall received a bespoke suit from David August Clothiers, while Ulysse Nardin presented him with his own Barometer. Guests received exclusive Ulysse Nardin gift bags. The guest list included MadSteez, Jason of Beverly Hills, James Goldstein, Ray Vanderbilt, Genius Cole and three of Wall’s childhood friends.

WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA - SEPTEMBER 02: Co-Founder of Haute Media Group Seth Semilof, C.E.O. at Symtech Group Inc. Cole Harris, Jason Arasheben, president of Jason of Beverly Hills and Celebrity designer Ray Vanderbilt attend the Ulysse Nardin, Crown Royal and Knockoff Watches Wholesale celebrate John Wall's birthday on September 2, 2015 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Tommaso Boddi/Getty Images for Haute Living)

Wall will continue his birthday celebrations this week in Los Angeles with a party co-hosted by Lil Wayne.

Adrienne Faurote
Adrienne Faurote
Editor in Chief · Knockoff Watches Wholesale
As a former New Yorker, now a “Miamian,” Adrienne Faurote joined Haute Living in August of 2021. She currently serves as the Haute Media Group Editor-in-Chief, overseeing all editorial platforms within the Haute Media Group while also maintaining her role as Fashion, Jewelry Watch Director. Prior to her position at Haute Living, Faurote was the Market Editor at Marie Claire Magazine US, amassing over ten years in the industry, becoming an authoritative voice in all things fashion, jewelry, and watches.
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