Autumn’s Gold Rush
To many it is a bitter-sweet sensation upon the realisation that the gloriously long days of summer are beginning to give way to the shorter and colder days of autumn. However, it isn’t all “a fall” as our friends across the pond label it. The new season brings with it the best of both worlds as the opposing qualities of winter and summer converge into one.
The Colours of the Season
The floral colours of summer diversify to the most magnificent variety of colours of autumn’s foliage. From the deep brown leaves in Hyde Park to the light heather ones scattered across the heights of Parliament Hill, a stunning array of colours blanket the capital’s landscape. Autumn is also a season from which great artistic and poetic inspiration is drawn. In a style reminiscent of 16th Century painter Giuseppe Arcimboldo’s “Autumn”, the Piccadilly Princess Royal Colours produces an unparallel visual image of the diversity of the season using its varying composite parts. No fewer than 225 individually set diamonds from 10 cuts have masterfully curated over hundreds of hours of craftsmanship to formulate this unique timepiece. This luxury watch is unique in every stone that forms the spectrum of 66 hues it covers and is a true magnum opus of Backes & Strauss, worthy of any wrist it adorns.
Fashion’s Metamorphosis
In between the autumn equinox and the winter solstice, nature expresses its ultimate beauty before the harsh restrictions of the winter set in. A similar phenomenon also occurs in countless wardrobes worldwide, where the airy summer attires change to more vivid and bold styles of ensembles before they too are hindered by the frost of winter.
Autumn realises one of the four key perpetual shifts in style across London’s many districts during the year. This past week, a crowd of designers, celebrities, buyers, stylists, models and influencers showcased the latest fashion looks as they took over the streets of London during fashion week.
Backes & Strauss’ range of unique luxury timepieces in rose gold represent the perfect choice to complement the many unique styles one can perceive across London now. For women, for instance, the Piccadilly Renaissance 33 is a unique watch for that must-have outfit this season. Set with over 137 Ideal Cut diamonds, this luxury timepiece features a variety of customisable dials, straps and base metals to precisely match whatever fashion complements the wearer. This luxury watch expresses individuality and a picture-perfect sparkle with any evening or day attire selected this autumn season.
What’s on the Agenda this Autumn?
Autumn also represents a season which sees a distinct shift in activities in London, the home of Backes & Strauss. As well as children returning to school and professionals beginning their working year, outdoor events such as the Goodwood festival and Wimbledon Championships, which are ideal in the summer warmth are replaced by more formal indoor events such as Gala dinners and lavish cocktail parties.
A unique timepiece for men of formal occasions, the newly introduced Berkeley Renaissance Duke Tourbillon is the latest addition to the exclusive Berkeley Renaissance collection; including a double peripheral automatic tourbillon, with an impressive 72 hour power reserve, this unique timepiece is as much an artwork in the watch movements as it is in its aesthetics.
Whatever your plans may be this autumn, our bespoke timepieces make for the perfect companions. Next time you are out for a walk on a crisp autumnal day in London, we invite you to visit Backes & Strauss on 21-22 Grosvenor Street to discover that timepiece you have been looking for this season.
