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October GBB
Ellie Smith
October 12, 2024
Dear Reader,
After a very wet September, we’re wising up in October: C&TH has singled out the best British umbrella brands for the inevitable soggy sojourns to come. Elsewhere, Crockett & Jones has a stylish (and waterproof) new collection of boots and Derbys – inspired by Scotland, made in Britain – designed to withstand the seasons. We are also celebrating the return of our House Guest podcast, in which our Interiors Editor Carole Annett gleans top tips from designers, plus we have the best British menswear brands, beautiful coffee-table books and joyous jewellery for the Libras in your life.
Finally, win a week-long stay for two at a Scandi-style cabin in North Cornwall, where you can watch the weather by the wood-burner… or embrace it, with surfing lessons, golf and padel at your fingertips.
See you next month!
What’s Exciting Me This Month
Beautiful but sturdy styles that are built to endure… and bring a little fun.
Striding forth
The best new boots, brogues and Derbys to withstand the weather from Crockett & Jones.
Beautiful Coffee Table Books on Interior Design
Classic English Country, Contemporary Cool (and yes, even a little Scandinavian Chic…), these 15 fabulous tomes also make excellent presents.
The British Menswear Brands To Know Now
From cobblers to the latest in cashmere, and from longstanding labels to LFW superstars, these are the designers to have on your radar.
Charms and pendants for Libras
The jewellery best suited to this stylish sign of the zodiac.
The House Guest podcast is back!
C&TH’s interiors editor Carole Annett talks to Minnow and Wolf founder Hannah Bryce.
Great British Brands 2024
Brilliant British Brands We’re Loving This Month
Troy London Timeless clothing for men and women.
Naim Audio Creating exceptional sound for fifty years.
Red Savannah Tailormade travel and luxury villas across the globe.
Difference Coffee World-class coffee in capsule form.
William Ramsay of the Affordable Art Fair
Favourite British brand? Elliot Brown Watches from Dorset. I’ve just bought one!
Hero? Richard Branson, who inspired me to become an entrepreneur. But a true hero is someone who puts their life on the line for others, so I will go with every front-line British soldier, sailor and pilot who has had to endure being fired at, along with the psychological aftermath.
Weekend? Walking in the Scottish Highlands on a sunny day.
Meal? Lobster; venison Wellington; rhubarb crumble and ice cream.
Shop? Russell & Bromley. Fabulous shoes at very affordable prices.
Undiscovered gem? Jupiter Artland, just outside Edinburgh. Walk the woods filled with the best British contemporary sculptors.
Favourite British idiosyncrasy? Our unique humour, epitomised by Monty Python.
Car? Jaguar e-type: the most beautiful car ever built.
Book? Shuggie Bain by Douglas Stuart. Or the childhood read that filled my imagination and has remained in my head the longest: Rogue Male, by Geoffrey Household.
The Affordable Art Fair returns to Battersea Park 16-20 October to celebrate it’s 25th Anniversary
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The Luxury List: October 2024
From cosy knits to Cambridge’s Satchels wicked new collaboration, our curated luxury list brings Autumn’s most coveted items, updated daily
Win a Week-Long Staycation at Koto at The Point, North Cornwall
In the mood for a getaway? You’re in the right place: we’re offering you the chance to win seven nights in a Scandi-style cabin at The Point in North Cornwall
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