The Best of British

Swaine: a timeless testament to British elegance

Established in 1750 as an equestrian whip-maker, Swaine personifies British luxury. Renowned for its exquisite leather goods, luggage, umbrellas and hats, Swaine’s craftsmanship is unrivalled. With prestigious acquisitions such as Brigg umbrellas and Herbert Johnson hats – trusted by the British armed forces – the brand has earned an impressive 16 royal warrants and a celebrated place in British culture.
From James Bond’s iconic attache case to Indiana Jones’s Fedora and Mary Poppins’s parrot-head umbrella, Swaine’s creations epitomise timeless sophistication. Its flagship store on New Bond Street reflects this rich legacy, blending traditional craftsmanship with a contemporary edge to create a truly immersive luxury experience.
◆ swaine.london; 127 New Bond Street, London W1 and 18-19 Burlington Arcade, London W1
◆ Priced between £6.50 and £12, available at Boots and Amazon.

Roses for Henry Cranke Andrews

Moorcroft designer Emma Bossons FRSA was inspired by hand-coloured engravings of roses by Henry Cranke Andrews (1794-1830), an English botanist, as well as a talented botanical artist, engraver and colourist, for this handmade art pottery collection for the RHS.
Roses for Henry Cranke Andrews holds a riveting rose collection in a vast array of colour and form, from ruffled and single-bloom roses to rich heritage colours, mixed with pale and Mediterranean hues, to evoke a quintessentially English country garden underglaze.
◆ Use code LADY for 30% off any piece in the collection. Order at moorcroft.com/rhs-collections or via the Moorcroft Heritage Visitor Centre (01782820515)

Madame Charbonnel and Mrs Walker

Charbonnel et Walker is Britain’s first luxury chocolatier, established in 1875. This year it celebrates 150 years of exceptional chocolate-making.
It was Edward VII who first introduced Madame Charbonnel from Paris to Mrs Walker in London. Madame Charbonnel was known for making the finest chocolates, while Mrs Walker made the finest jewellery and hat boxes. Together they created Charbonnel et Walker and opened their first shop on London’s exclusive Bond Street. Beautiful chocolates presented in beautiful gift boxes. A century-and-a-half later - their legacy lives on.
Many of our chocolates are still hand-made to the traditional recipes of Madame Charbonnel. The Boite Rouge gift box shown here was first introduced in 1909 and is just as popular today. It’s a work of art when filled with beautifully decadent chocolates and truffles.
◆ charbonnel.co.uk. Stores in Bond Street, Canary Wharf, Broadgate, Harrods and Selfridges in London and County Arcade in the Victorian Quarter of Leeds

Conway Stewart – the British pen company

Conway Stewart has been making pens since 1905, and Winston Churchill was known to have used them. With more than 100 different pens on its website, and lots of wonderful writing accessories – from blotters to leather notebooks, pen cases to desk trays – there is something for everyone. All made in Great Britain.
There is nothing quite like using a fountain pen or a luxury rollerball to write letters to loved ones. Those handwritten notes will be cherished and kept. Here is a photo of thelatest Lady Churchill pen, available in Blue Stardust or Burgundy Pearl.
For more information about the whole range of British-made luxury pens and writing accessories go to.
◆ conwaystewart.com, 0333 006 4646

Be better protected with an Ince Umbrella

Family run James Ince & Sons have been handcrafting quality umbrellas in East London since 1805, making it the oldest umbrella manufacturer in the UK. Their craftspeople take pride in their work and use traditional skills acquired over the past 220 years.
They offer a range of styles: from smaller folding umbrellas to larger walking ones. Including the highly desirable solid stick umbrella, fashioned from one piece of beautiful sustainably sourced wood. All come with a lifetime repair guarantee and can be personalised with a metal engraving.
◆ inceumbrellas.co.uk, 020 8980 8143

Hypnos, British bedmakers by Royal Appointment to His Majesty King Charles III

Luxury bedmaker – and a proud royal warrant holder for over 95 years – Hypnos is a family-run business that handcrafts mattresses and beds for homes, hotels and palaces around the world from the heart of Buckinghamshire. Hypnos has taken a pioneering approach to sleep comfort and sustainable manufacturing, handcrafting supremely comfortable beds that have been enjoyed for over 120 years.
Hypnos’smaster craftsmen blend traditional skills with design innovation, using only the finest natural, organic and sustainable materials to create each mattress. Tailored to meet your personal comfort and support, a Hypnos mattress promises a superior night’s sleep that will leave you feeling rejuvenated every morning. Every Hypnos mattress is testament to British quality and passion.
◆ hypnosbeds.com

British-made furniture tailored to you from Sofas & Stuff

Sofas & Stuff crafts bespoke furniture that reflects your home’s individuality, combining timeless design with exceptional craftsmanship. Each piece is tailored to your style, with personalised options for fabrics, dimensions, and design details – no compromises.
The company’s creativity extends to collaborations with heritage organisations like the V&A. Its latest fabric collection, Threads of India Opulent Velvets, reimagines historic Mughal motifs from the V&A’s archives onto luxurious velvet, blending timeless beauty with contemporary design. Available for made-to-order furniture or by the metre, these fabrics offer endless possibilities for upholstery and soft furnishings.
Handcrafted in their Lancashire factory, each piece demonstrates exceptional attention to detail. Visit one of the 24 Sofas & Stuff showrooms for inspiration.
◆ sofasandstuff.com

Valentine’s gifts for her by Annie Haak Design

Discover the Annie Haak Valentine’s Collection, inspired by the love shared between couples, families and friends. This new collection features stacking jewellery with heart and flower charms, as well as an extensive selection of personalised designs. Handcrafted in the UK using quality 925 sterling silver and gold-plated silver with semi-precious stones in blush shades, your stylish Valentine’s gift will be treasured forever.
◆ anniehaakdesigns.co.uk

Blissful slumber - crafted in Britain

Devon Duvets specialises in sumptuous wool duvets, pillows and mattress toppers that elevate cosiness and comfort. Designed to help you sleep better, these products are British through and through.
Each item is individually handcrafted by skilled seamstresses in the company’s Devon-based workshops, using certified traceable 100% British wool. Committed to supporting British farmers, Devon Duvets’ wool is chosen for its high grade and softness, and gathered from selected local flocks. Natural, sustainable and chemical-free, this is bedding as nature intended – better for you and the planet.
Wool bedding is breathable and temperature-regulating, helping to balance your core body temperature during sleep. Naturally resistant to dust mites and bacteria, wool is also hypoallergenic and hygienic.
◆ devonduvets.com, 01752 345399