Hello everyone and welcome to the lad's edition of my Gift Guide series. Obviously as I'm not a man I've had to do a little more research for this blog, but I've chosen some brands that I love myself and taken suggestions from Callum and my dad on things they might like. All products are tagged and prices are correct according to corresponding websites in Winter 2018.
To mirror my Women's Gift Guide, I'll start off with Morris Richardson Watches. The men's watches are slightly bigger than the women's but still have amazing straps that can be swapped around. I love these watches as they add a lovely country twist to any outfit.
I love my Mackenzie and George belt so I would highly recommend them to lads as well! They are such good quality and look absolutely stunning. The Wycombe belt is suitable for both men and women so you can be ultimate #CoupleGoals over Christmas in your matching belts! The Wycombe belt is £69.99 (+£9 for personalisation)
And to make things even more matchy matchy, why not get each other a set of Rydale Pyjamas? I've bought Callum this set for Christmas and I've hinted to my mum that I'd like my own set. I'm actually so excited for us to wear our matching pyjamas over Christmas! These pyjamas are £25.
This Hiho Silver Leather Bracelet is unisex, so it would be a great gift for a lad for Christmas. These are only £20 as well which is a really good price! This is on my Christmas list as well.
These cufflinks by High Bird Designs look really smart and have a country twist. With dinner dance season coming up, these would be a lovely gift for a lad in your life.
Abraham Moon in York have a lovely range of clothing and soft furnishings. To find out more about the shop, read my blog here. The tweed blazers are really nice and I like the shirts too. They sell both men's and women's clothes.
Of course, every year I recommend a Schoffel gilet. These look fabulous and are really warm. They come in different colours. The one below is Kingfisher and these gilets are priced at £139.95 each.
If you're looking for a cheaper alternative, Rydale have some fabulous good-quality gilets for a fraction of the price. The Men's Garton II Gilet with Pheasant Motif looks classy and comfy. These are only £30 each.
If you're looking for some shoes, Fairfax and Favor have got you covered. The Houghton Suede Brogue shoes look really smart and are available in tan or chocolate and can be dressed up or down, depending on the look.
Talking of shoes, a new pair of wellies might be ideal. These Barbour wellies look the part and are priced at £64.95. They are available in six colours.
Thank you all for reading, I hope it has inspired some of you who were stuck for ideas this year. Keep your eyes open for more gift guides in the future!
Until next time,
Charlotte x
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Sunday, 18 November 2018
Monday, 12 November 2018
COUNTRY CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE- LASSES
Welcome back to my Christmas Gift Guide series! This blog features some things that I've either already got and love, or things that are on my Christmas list this year! All products are linked. All prices are correct at the time of publishing according to the corresponding websites in Winter 2018.
To start with, I'd love a Morris Richardson watch. I've seen so many gorgeous pictures of them on Instagram and I love how the straps can be changed too!
The watches are available in silver or rose gold and there are so many Harris Tweed, calf leather and Milanese mesh straps to choose from!
There are also mens watches available, so why not get 'his and hers' matching watches? That would certainly be #CoupleGoals!
I would absolutely love one of these for Christmas because as well as being practical, they look amazing and would compliment any country outfit perfectly. The ladies watches range from £179-£199 depending on the strap type.
These watches are available in Wild & Westbrooke in York as well as online.
Aren't they gorgeous?! A matching bag wouldn't go a miss either, but I won't get too optimistic. If you're looking to spoil a lucky lady in your life, a pair of shoes and a bag would be a perfect combination! I love the Mini Windsor Handbags and they come in seven different colours, including the new Oxblood colour. The shoes are £155 and the bags are £265.
I absolutely love High Bird Designs. You might remember last year I blogged about some feather baubles we got for our Christmas tree. I also got a pheasant necklace, which I wear all the time. It's so pretty and really good value for money as well! A necklace would be a fabulous Christmas gift. Or you could get a fedora and bespoke hat pin. I'm hoping for a hair clip this year! The necklaces are £18 each and the pins start at £10. The hair clips are £14 each.
Another jewellery piece I love is Hiho Silver's leather bracelet which is designed to take roller beads or just look pretty by itself. This is ideal for both men and women. I think it looks really simple and lovely and is at the reasonable price of £20.
Another jewellery brand I absolutely love is Joma Jewellery. All of the other brands I have mentioned in this blog have been typically associated with country fashion, except this brand. I just really like the amazing range of bracelets that are available for pretty much every occasion. The bracelets range from £9.99 (see 'A Little Secret Santa' below) to £17.99. I have three Joma Jewellery bracelets and hope to continue extending my collection as they all look so pretty together on your wrist. My bracelet featured in the picture is 'A Little Positivity' (£15.50)
In my opinion, Christmas isn't quite Christmas without some cosy pyjamas to wear whilst snuggling up on the sofa watching Christmas films. When I found out that Rydale had released pyjamas, I got so excited! I've ordered a set for Callum for Christmas (if you're reading this Callum, please forget I said anything) and I've dropped many hints to my mum that I'd love a set! I believe there are six designs in the women's range. These are £25 per pair.
I love my Schoffel Lyndon II Fleece Navy Gilet and my sister Amelia got hers last week in Kingfisher. These are so comfy and look really smart as well. I wear mine all the time (and actually would like another colour- but I think I'll have to start saving a lot!) and find that it's so versatile as you can wear it on a night out with a blouse (see an awful picture of me in Bongo with squinty eyes below) or everyday. I like to dress mine up with a nice belt and a shirt, but you can dress down and just wear a t-shirt with the gilet.
If you're looking for something a little cheaper, I would go for a Rydale Garton II Fleece Gilet with Pheasant Motif. These are only £30 compared with the Schoffel gilet at £139.99. I have this gilet on my Christmas list as it looks so comfy and really good quality. Amelia has the Huggate Fleece Waistcoat and absolutely loves it.
I've just seen this on the Joules website and have fallen in love! This Elvina Navy Partridge Shirt looks fab and would be such a great gift to receive under the tree this year! It's a classy shirt with a country twist and would look fab!
I just took a break from blogging and was browsing Instagram and came across J Boult Designs and I've fallen in love with these Gold Plated Bullet Stud Earrings! These are only £25 and look stunning! They would make a perfect gift for a lucky lady in your life! J Boult Designs also sell belts, keyrings and cufflinks alongside many other items.
Of course Boots have their three for two gift offer which is amazing if you're planning on buying several gifts this year! The offer includes well known brands such as Jack Wills, Ted Baker and Superdry.
Thank you for reading, I hope it has inspired a few of you who were worrying about Christmas shopping! Hopefully I'll have my lads edition up by the end of the week.
See you soon,
Charlotte x
To start with, I'd love a Morris Richardson watch. I've seen so many gorgeous pictures of them on Instagram and I love how the straps can be changed too!The watches are available in silver or rose gold and there are so many Harris Tweed, calf leather and Milanese mesh straps to choose from!
There are also mens watches available, so why not get 'his and hers' matching watches? That would certainly be #CoupleGoals!
I would absolutely love one of these for Christmas because as well as being practical, they look amazing and would compliment any country outfit perfectly. The ladies watches range from £179-£199 depending on the strap type.
These watches are available in Wild & Westbrooke in York as well as online.
Talking of Couple Goals, getting matching Mackenzie and George belts would be perfect! Especially if they were personalised! I absolutely love my Wycombe Shotgun Cartridge belt, but M&G have plenty of other styles and colours available to suit everyone! The Wycombe belt is £69.99 (plus £9 for personalisation)
Something else I'd really like for Christmas is some Fairfax and Favor Henley Driving Shoes. These are available in six colours and I think I'd like the chocolate colour.
Something else I'd really like for Christmas is some Fairfax and Favor Henley Driving Shoes. These are available in six colours and I think I'd like the chocolate colour.
Aren't they gorgeous?! A matching bag wouldn't go a miss either, but I won't get too optimistic. If you're looking to spoil a lucky lady in your life, a pair of shoes and a bag would be a perfect combination! I love the Mini Windsor Handbags and they come in seven different colours, including the new Oxblood colour. The shoes are £155 and the bags are £265.I absolutely love High Bird Designs. You might remember last year I blogged about some feather baubles we got for our Christmas tree. I also got a pheasant necklace, which I wear all the time. It's so pretty and really good value for money as well! A necklace would be a fabulous Christmas gift. Or you could get a fedora and bespoke hat pin. I'm hoping for a hair clip this year! The necklaces are £18 each and the pins start at £10. The hair clips are £14 each.
Another jewellery piece I love is Hiho Silver's leather bracelet which is designed to take roller beads or just look pretty by itself. This is ideal for both men and women. I think it looks really simple and lovely and is at the reasonable price of £20.
In my opinion, Christmas isn't quite Christmas without some cosy pyjamas to wear whilst snuggling up on the sofa watching Christmas films. When I found out that Rydale had released pyjamas, I got so excited! I've ordered a set for Callum for Christmas (if you're reading this Callum, please forget I said anything) and I've dropped many hints to my mum that I'd love a set! I believe there are six designs in the women's range. These are £25 per pair.
I love my Schoffel Lyndon II Fleece Navy Gilet and my sister Amelia got hers last week in Kingfisher. These are so comfy and look really smart as well. I wear mine all the time (and actually would like another colour- but I think I'll have to start saving a lot!) and find that it's so versatile as you can wear it on a night out with a blouse (see an awful picture of me in Bongo with squinty eyes below) or everyday. I like to dress mine up with a nice belt and a shirt, but you can dress down and just wear a t-shirt with the gilet.
I've just seen this on the Joules website and have fallen in love! This Elvina Navy Partridge Shirt looks fab and would be such a great gift to receive under the tree this year! It's a classy shirt with a country twist and would look fab!
I just took a break from blogging and was browsing Instagram and came across J Boult Designs and I've fallen in love with these Gold Plated Bullet Stud Earrings! These are only £25 and look stunning! They would make a perfect gift for a lucky lady in your life! J Boult Designs also sell belts, keyrings and cufflinks alongside many other items.
Of course Boots have their three for two gift offer which is amazing if you're planning on buying several gifts this year! The offer includes well known brands such as Jack Wills, Ted Baker and Superdry.
See you soon,
Charlotte x
Wednesday, 20 December 2017
CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE- LADS
Now it's time for some ideas to get your boyfriend, father or grandfather. These are a few things that I liked the look of and some things that my dad chose for himself as well!
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Firstly, let's start with the most expensive item! My dad has the Schoffel Oakham Fleece Gilet in Navy and has his eye on the Berkeley 1/4 Zip Fleece for Christmas. He's currently debating between the Navy and the Kingfisher.
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The next thing is the 12 Gauge Shotgun Cartridge Cuff Links by High Bird Designs. I think these are lovely and are at the extremely affordable price of £8! If I was a lad I would definitely wear these!
Also by High Bird Designs, the 12 Bore Shotgun Wood Effect Keyrings would make a lovely edition to a set of keys and are very reasonable at the price of £5 each!
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And of course no Christmas would be complete without a 'his and hers'! To match the Wycomb belt I listed on my last gift guide for lasses (http://thatmardyyorkshirelass.blogspot.co.uk/2017/11/christmas-gift-guide-lasses.html). The Mackenzie and George belts are of amazing quality and can be personalised with initials in gold foil, silver foil or plain. Mackenzie and George's products are of a high standard and come with a Built to Last Guarantee and they also offer a TLC service for when your products need shortening or refreshing!
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Another winter essential is definitely wellies! These Barbour wellies are crafted in super-vulcanised rubber and lined in Barbour's signature Classic Tartan.They are sure to keep your feet warm in style. They're also not badly priced at £79.95.
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John Norris currently have a huge Barbour sale, including these gorgeous Redcar Oxford Brogues. They feature a suede upper, cotton canvas heel counter and classic tartan cotton lining. The sturdy rubber sole is detailed with Barbour's iconic 'Walking Man' motif.
These shoes are currently reduced from £109 to £59.99! Get yourselves on the John Norris website or visit their store in Penrith to grab yourself a bargain!
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Another winter essential is definitely a nice warm scarf! Hortons have some really nice scarves at the moment and I really like the Hexham Scarf in 'blue check'. I have a multitude of scarves but I think you can never have too many!
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Jack Wills have some lovely jumpers and a huge knitwear collection available.
You can't go wrong with jumpers in winter and I know my own jumper from Jack Wills is brilliant quality and has lasted me a few years now.
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Thank you for reading and I hope this has inspired a few people who were worried about last minute gift ideas! Sorry I haven't been posting as much recently- I've just been extremely busy trying to balance uni interviews, college work and Christmas preparations!
Charlotte x
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Firstly, let's start with the most expensive item! My dad has the Schoffel Oakham Fleece Gilet in Navy and has his eye on the Berkeley 1/4 Zip Fleece for Christmas. He's currently debating between the Navy and the Kingfisher.
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| Schoffel Berkeley 1/4 Zip Kingfisher |
The next thing is the 12 Gauge Shotgun Cartridge Cuff Links by High Bird Designs. I think these are lovely and are at the extremely affordable price of £8! If I was a lad I would definitely wear these!
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| 12 Guage Shotgun Cartridge Cuff Links by High Bird Designs |
Also by High Bird Designs, the 12 Bore Shotgun Wood Effect Keyrings would make a lovely edition to a set of keys and are very reasonable at the price of £5 each!
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| 12 Bore Shotgun Cartridge Keyring |
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And of course no Christmas would be complete without a 'his and hers'! To match the Wycomb belt I listed on my last gift guide for lasses (http://thatmardyyorkshirelass.blogspot.co.uk/2017/11/christmas-gift-guide-lasses.html). The Mackenzie and George belts are of amazing quality and can be personalised with initials in gold foil, silver foil or plain. Mackenzie and George's products are of a high standard and come with a Built to Last Guarantee and they also offer a TLC service for when your products need shortening or refreshing!
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| Mackenzie and George Chester Belt |
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Another winter essential is definitely wellies! These Barbour wellies are crafted in super-vulcanised rubber and lined in Barbour's signature Classic Tartan.They are sure to keep your feet warm in style. They're also not badly priced at £79.95.
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| Barbour Griffon Wellington Boots |
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John Norris currently have a huge Barbour sale, including these gorgeous Redcar Oxford Brogues. They feature a suede upper, cotton canvas heel counter and classic tartan cotton lining. The sturdy rubber sole is detailed with Barbour's iconic 'Walking Man' motif.
These shoes are currently reduced from £109 to £59.99! Get yourselves on the John Norris website or visit their store in Penrith to grab yourself a bargain!
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| Barbour Redcar Oxford Brogues |
Another winter essential is definitely a nice warm scarf! Hortons have some really nice scarves at the moment and I really like the Hexham Scarf in 'blue check'. I have a multitude of scarves but I think you can never have too many!
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| Hortons Hexam Scarf |
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Jack Wills have some lovely jumpers and a huge knitwear collection available.
You can't go wrong with jumpers in winter and I know my own jumper from Jack Wills is brilliant quality and has lasted me a few years now.
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| Marlow Merino Wool Cable Jumper |
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Thank you for reading and I hope this has inspired a few people who were worried about last minute gift ideas! Sorry I haven't been posting as much recently- I've just been extremely busy trying to balance uni interviews, college work and Christmas preparations!
Charlotte x
Thursday, 30 November 2017
CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE- LASSES
Hello! It's that time of year where Michael Bublé begins to defrost and everyone starts panicking about buying gifts for family and friends. I've decided to write three Christmas Gift Guide blogs to help out those who are a bit stuck for ideas this year! This is a gift guide for lasses and I'll also be doing one for lads and another for dogs. I hope you enjoy and find it useful!
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The first item is the Wistow Printed Shirt in Pheasant White, which is on my Christmas list. I absolutely love the Rydale shirt collection as there's so much choice and they're all so affordable! The Wistow Shirts are priced at £29.99 which is a bargain.
Equally, the Wistow Printed Shirt in Hare White is also gorgeous and an ideal present for a friend, sister or mother. I'm getting my mother this shirt for Christmas because she's been making several hints now!
I also love the Hannah Country Shirts as they're so comfy and are at the brilliant price of £14.99 or two for £25! They're perfect for everyday wear or you could dress them up for a casual meal out as well!
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If you're looking for a more high-end shirt, the Schoffel Surrey Shirt would make a lovely gift. It is also reduced from £59.95 down to £42 at Millbry Hill, so go and grab yourself a bargain whilst you still can!
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Another thing on my Christmas list is the Fairford Tweed Purse by Joules in the colour 'tan check'. It would be a perfect gift for a girlfriend, mother or grandmother or even as a treat for yourself! Every shop I've been in recently has had this in stock and I've been wanting it for soooo long!
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I absolutely love the Wycomb Shotgun Shell Belt from Mackenzie and George, it's such a classic piece with a real country twist. I think all of Mackenzie and George's products are beautiful and I've got my fingers crossed for finding this under the tree! I have the Fedora in navy and a feather hat pin which I think would also make a great Christmas gift as they're such great quality!
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I recently discovered High Bird Designs and if you haven't already, I really recommend that you go and check out the Etsy shop! I fell in love with the necklaces, which are stunning and really affordable at only £15 each! I bought my friend the Horse Stirrup and Crop necklace for her birthday and she loved it. I'd really like the Pheasant necklace for Christmas...(hint, hint...)
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A perfect gift idea is Wrendale Designs by Royal Worcester. My mother is obsessed with these designs, especially the hedgehog! I love the pheasant and badger designs as well.
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A perfect idea for a stocking filler are these gorgeous Rice Mice by Heart of the Dales. We're lucky enough to know Jackie who makes these and every year stock up on mice and other gifts for presents. We also keep a few aside to decorate our house and our collection is ever growing! The mice come in three sizes- small, large and doorstop.
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I was also really excited to receive my copy of In The Country Magazine and would really recommend a subscription for 2018. For just £24.99 including postage and packaging, you can subscribe to and get the UK's newest country lifestyle magazine, showcasing all things quintessentially country delivered directly to your door. I was gutted to miss out on the first issue of In The Country, so a subscription would be perfect to make sure you don't miss out on another issue!
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And finally, a more expensive gift idea would have to be a Schoffel Lyndon Fleece Gilet. I have the Navy colour but also have my eye on the Ruby colour! My Schoffel Gilet is probably one of my favourite items of clothing as it's so warm and comfy. I'm wearing mine now as I write this and the fleece material is so soft to lounge in as well as being practical for the outdoors. The gilet has two zipped pockets which are ideal for keeping your phone and money safe. I would really recommend these if you're able to afford one, however they are on the pricey side- retailing at £139.95!
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I hope some of you found this useful, and keep a look out for my other Christmas Gift Guides for Lads and Pets which will both be coming shortly!
Thank you for reading!
Charlotte x
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The first item is the Wistow Printed Shirt in Pheasant White, which is on my Christmas list. I absolutely love the Rydale shirt collection as there's so much choice and they're all so affordable! The Wistow Shirts are priced at £29.99 which is a bargain.
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| Rydale Wistow Printed Shirt (pheasant) |
Equally, the Wistow Printed Shirt in Hare White is also gorgeous and an ideal present for a friend, sister or mother. I'm getting my mother this shirt for Christmas because she's been making several hints now!
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| Rydale Wistow Printed Shirt (hare) |
I also love the Hannah Country Shirts as they're so comfy and are at the brilliant price of £14.99 or two for £25! They're perfect for everyday wear or you could dress them up for a casual meal out as well!
| Rydale Hannah Shirts |
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If you're looking for a more high-end shirt, the Schoffel Surrey Shirt would make a lovely gift. It is also reduced from £59.95 down to £42 at Millbry Hill, so go and grab yourself a bargain whilst you still can!
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| Schoffel Surrey Shirt |
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Another thing on my Christmas list is the Fairford Tweed Purse by Joules in the colour 'tan check'. It would be a perfect gift for a girlfriend, mother or grandmother or even as a treat for yourself! Every shop I've been in recently has had this in stock and I've been wanting it for soooo long!
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| Joules Fairford Tweed Purse |
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I absolutely love the Wycomb Shotgun Shell Belt from Mackenzie and George, it's such a classic piece with a real country twist. I think all of Mackenzie and George's products are beautiful and I've got my fingers crossed for finding this under the tree! I have the Fedora in navy and a feather hat pin which I think would also make a great Christmas gift as they're such great quality!
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| Wycomb Shotgun Shell Belt |
| Navy Felt Fedora |
I recently discovered High Bird Designs and if you haven't already, I really recommend that you go and check out the Etsy shop! I fell in love with the necklaces, which are stunning and really affordable at only £15 each! I bought my friend the Horse Stirrup and Crop necklace for her birthday and she loved it. I'd really like the Pheasant necklace for Christmas...(hint, hint...)
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| Pheasant Pendant Necklace |
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| Stirrup and Crop Necklace |
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A perfect gift idea is Wrendale Designs by Royal Worcester. My mother is obsessed with these designs, especially the hedgehog! I love the pheasant and badger designs as well.
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| Wrendale Designs Awakening Mug |
| Wrendale Designs Lord of the Woods Mug |
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A perfect idea for a stocking filler are these gorgeous Rice Mice by Heart of the Dales. We're lucky enough to know Jackie who makes these and every year stock up on mice and other gifts for presents. We also keep a few aside to decorate our house and our collection is ever growing! The mice come in three sizes- small, large and doorstop.
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| Christmas Rice Mice by Heart of the Dales |
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I was also really excited to receive my copy of In The Country Magazine and would really recommend a subscription for 2018. For just £24.99 including postage and packaging, you can subscribe to and get the UK's newest country lifestyle magazine, showcasing all things quintessentially country delivered directly to your door. I was gutted to miss out on the first issue of In The Country, so a subscription would be perfect to make sure you don't miss out on another issue!
| In The Country Magazine 2018 Subscription |
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And finally, a more expensive gift idea would have to be a Schoffel Lyndon Fleece Gilet. I have the Navy colour but also have my eye on the Ruby colour! My Schoffel Gilet is probably one of my favourite items of clothing as it's so warm and comfy. I'm wearing mine now as I write this and the fleece material is so soft to lounge in as well as being practical for the outdoors. The gilet has two zipped pockets which are ideal for keeping your phone and money safe. I would really recommend these if you're able to afford one, however they are on the pricey side- retailing at £139.95!
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| Schoffel Lyndon Fleece Gilet Navy |
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| Schoffel Lyndon Fleece Gilet Ruby |
I hope some of you found this useful, and keep a look out for my other Christmas Gift Guides for Lads and Pets which will both be coming shortly!
Thank you for reading!
Charlotte x
Sunday, 15 October 2017
NEW JOULES PURCHASES
NEW JOULES PURCHASES
Recently I bought a top and scarf from Joules and decided to
feature them on my blog. The Harbour Jersey Top is 100% cotton and is so comfy
and soft! It’s available in different colours too, my Granny has a pink and
white one. The black and white top is quite simple so works well with all my
jeans and can be styled with different colours and patterns too. And priced at £24.95,
you can’t really go wrong!
The Bracken Soft Handle Scarf is so soft and perfect for the
colder seasons. The colours are very autumnal and I’ve had lots of compliments
when wearing it. There are different colours and styles available as well and I’m
tempted to buy another! RRP: £14.95
Thanks Amelia for the photos :)
Scarf: Joules
Top: Joules
Jacket: Joules
Jeans: Gap
Wellies: Rydale
Watch: Superdry
Ring: Pandora
Hat: Mackenzie and George
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