Six of the most beautiful green watches money can buy
Feel green with envy for the latest timepieces, with their fresh-faced dials ready for summer adventures. As chosen by Hetty Lintell; photograph by Paul Zak.
Style & Fashion
The luxury pages of Country Life feature some of the most exlusive clothes and accessories for men and women – not many publications cater to both. In addition, every week online we find some of the most beautiful things to buy for yourself, or a loved one. Often made by some of the oldest, and most loved British brands, these pieces are the best we can find, whether it’s a classic trench coat or a Christmas party dress.
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The best socks for walking
If you didn't think socks could be technical, think again. Lydia Stangroom picks out the best walking socks on the market.
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Best Father's Day gifts, from cosy jumpers and sporty gadgets to the ultimate gift for a Marmite lover
There are many ways to show your Dad that you love and appreciate him. There's breakfast in bed, an offer to mow the lawn, a big hug and the offer of the last biscuit. Or you could just buy him something that he definitely doesn't need, but we're pretty sure he'll want. Happy Father's Day!
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The best wellington boots for walking, for the muddy treks when you need wellies — but not blisters
Long gone are the days where you would have to forego comfort for dry feet. We look at the best wellington boots for walking, the ideal footwear for all of your countryside rambles.
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Best hiking trousers for women, for everything from walks in the park to climbing Helvellyn
Walking and hiking have become a part of our daily lives — a change that's here to stay. So you'll be in need of some walking trousers; Lydia Stangroom picks out six of the best pairs of hiking trousers for women.
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Aspinal of London: 'We are more aware than ever of the effects our way of life is having on our planet'
Aspinal of London have blended their love of Nature with their beautiful designs as they launch a new sustainability initiative. Hetty Lintell speaks to Ian Burton and Maria Dykalo and picks out some of the best new objects in their latest collection.
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Clever clothes you can wear all day long
Clothes which work as well outdoors as indoors aren’t easy to find, but adding things from Toggi’s Outdoor collection will help you mix and match for all occasions.
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Best umbrellas: Top 10 brollies for rainy days in Britain
Survive the next shower in style with one of our pick of the best umbrellas in Britain.
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Best walking boots for women, from walks in the woods to hiking the Himalayas
Whether you are planning a long country walk or a gentle stroll on a well-beaten path, make the most of the good season with our round-up of the best footwear.
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Best kids' wellies, from unicorns and dinosaurs to beautiful boots for young sophisticates
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Cassandra Goad's latest jewellery collection is inspired by the shapes, textures and sounds of Marrakech
Cassandra Goad takes us on a journey to Morocco in her latest collection
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The very finest holdalls and weekend bags that (rather a lot of) money can buy
Going somewhere nice? You might be soon, so here's Hetty Lintell with her pick of the finest holdalls and best weekend bags you can buy.
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A new summer fashion collection that draws on our desire for fun and freedom after a year of lockdowns
A look at occasion-wear specialist Favourbrook’s new Spring Summer 2021 collection.
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Savile Row's tailors opening their doors to offer behind-the-scenes glimpse of bespoke tailoring
For two weeks, visitors have an opportunity to take a peek at what happens behind the Savile Row shopfronts.
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How to buy an engagement ring at auction
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Easter gifts of real quality, from a diamond bunny to a Fabergé egg
Hetty Lintell and Toby Keel pick out some, all the while desperately trying to avoid using the word 'eggsquisite'.
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The Utterly Inessential Mother's Day list: From flowers and pillows to baths and scarves
From The Royal Osteoporosis Society's extraordinary auction to wonders from Aspinal and flowers in a tube (really), we take a look at some of the loveliest ways to give your mother a treat for Mother's Day on March 14, as picked out by Toby Keel and Hetty Lintell.
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Turn old and neglected jewellery into brilliant new pieces with Cassandra Goad's bespoke jewellery service
Using unworn family heirlooms to create new pieces that will be worn over and over — and enjoyed, rather than sitting redundantly in a jewellery box — is a wonderful way to give old things new life. Hetty Lintell takes a look at how jeweller Cassandra Goad does just this for her clients.
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How to thrive in Lockdown 3.0, from enjoying nature and music to the Wonders of the World
If you'd told us 11 months ago where we'd be now, we wouldn't have believed you — but here some tips on keeping your head held high.
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Best winter hats, and how to keep them in top condition amid the wind, rain and snow
Hetty Lintell picks out the best hats for this time of year and offers tips on looking after them.
