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Elle UK 2022 - What To Consider When Buying Emeralds And Rubies
Whether it’s a dazzling emerald engagement ring or a ruby heirloom necklace, a brightly hued piece of jewellery can instantly elevate any outfit..…
WPHH 2022 – first show since 2019!
Held at the Grand Malagny - Backes & Strauss joined Franck Muller and Cvstos to showcase their latest collections…
The Royal Event with HRH Princess Michael Of Kent
At the event, Backes & Strauss launched their new Vitesse Collection. These beautifully crafted watches are the result of a collaboration with HRH Princess Michael of Kent…
Diamonds Explained by Backes & Strauss
Over the last few decades the 4Cs have become the universal language to grade a diamond based on its uniqueness and rarity. The 4Cs include the Cut, the Colour, the Clarity and the Carat…
I Magazine UK 2021 - An Interview With Vartkess Knadijan, CEO of Luxury Watch Maker, Backes & Strauss
Backes & Strauss began in 1789 when Mr. Backes registered as a goldsmith in Hanau, Germany. The business prospered and in 1814 his son moved to London to …
Backes & Strauss Announces ‘The Vitesse Collection’ in Collaboration with HRH Princess Michael Of Kent
Backes & Strauss is delighted to announce the upcoming release of The Vitesse Collection of watches in collaboration with Her Royal Highness (HRH) Princess Michael of Kent…
Backes & Strauss will always remember David Lee
Sadly, David Lee, formerly Managing Director of Backes & Strauss in London for many years, passed away on the 4th of July 2020.…
A Piece of Your Time: What Does It Mean to Gift a Woman a Watch?
Gifts say a lot about the giver and the receiver, and this is never more true than in the case of a luxury watch. Find out what he means with this present…
Luxe Book 2020 - Gemfields and Net-A-Porter launch capsule jewellery collections
The campaign, which starts today, includes two capsule collections. Gemfields’ Walk for Giants capsule collection features the brand’s Zambian emeralds by 12 brand partners…
JCK Online 2020 - Gemfields’ New Designer Capsule Supports African Wildlife
The Green African Elephant watch with 18k white gold case with diamonds, green mother-of-pearl dial with hand-painted elephant, diamond crown, and bracelet…
Master Horologer 2020 - Backes & Strauss Regent Arqaam Collection
This exquisite luxury watch collection is the result of a promising partnership between luxury Swiss watchmaker Backes & Strauss and London based bespoke watch specialist Splendore Unique…
Luxury London 2020 - Julia Carrick, founder of ISO Luxury, on the future of retail
The game-changing app she has created to reboot the luxury industry and encourage spenders to return to stores. ISO Luxury members receive exclusive offers and VIP access to new collections…
The Bite Magazine 2020 - The Exquisite Piece
High-end luxury watches diamond and gem-encrusted timepieces from the legendary and renowned English jewellery brand Backes & Strauss.
Europa Star 2020 - Hall of Diamonds
Backes & Strauss presents a series of white gold timepieces, the dials of which are set with white Ideal Cut diamonds and red rubies. From one angle…
Global Family Office Community Journal 2020 - A Brand with a Heart
f there is one artisan brand that has withstood the test of time, it must be the British luxury watch house Backes & Strauss…
The Week 2020 - Four of the best new luxury watches
The demand for customisable luxury watches is on the rise and, “when it comes to understanding the true meaning of luxury”…
The Telegraph UK 2020 - The sky's limit: inside world 10m personalised watches
When it comes to understanding the true meaning of luxury, the world’s oldest diamond company is a master. For watch and jewellery maker Backes & Strauss…
The Naked Watchmaker 2020 - Interview with Vartkess Knadjian
I am Armenian, born in Addis Abeba, Ethiopia. My father a graduate of the Ecole D’Horlogerie of Geneva had a business importing fine Swiss watches to Ethiopia…
Christmas in London
When not attending Christmas carols in the warmth of St Martin-in-the-fields right by Trafalgar Square or sitting by a crackling fireplace at home watching holiday classics like…
Vartkess Speaks at The Diamond Conference
Earlier this month, Backes & Strauss' Chief Executive Mr Vartkess Knadjian, was kindly invited by the De Beers Group to speak at their annual Diamond Conference in Botswana