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Great halls of literature and learning: The most beautiful public libraries in the world, as chosen by Country LifeInspired by Country Life’s ‘Garden Lover’s Library’ stand at RHS Chelsea Flower Show, we’ve scoured the globe, from Glasgow to Shanghai, to bring you a list of public libraries worth clamping eyes on.
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'Audiobooks are closer to how stories used to work before we pretended silence was superior': These are a few of Rankin's favourite thingsAmie Elizabeth White talks to Rankin about air fryers, dogs and time. Illustrations by Bryony Fripp.
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A brush with greatness: If you only buy one hairbrush, make it this oneA history stretching back to 1777 makes Kent Brushes a byword for quality in brushmaking, writes acting Luxury Editor Amie Elizabeth White.
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'We are here to champion British farmers who produce wonderful milk, meat, vegetables and eggs': The Country Life team's favourite farm shopsMore and more of us are choosing to buy produce directly from farms.
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‘When it comes to flat caps, size really does matter’: The hat that's crowned the heads of everyone, from Middle Age peasants to Oscar-winning greatsIf there is one piece of clothing inherently and undeniably British, it is the flat cap, says Amie Elizabeth White, who traces the hat's history from the Middle Ages to modern day.
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'I have 12 dogs and they are my greatest joy': These are a few of Manolo Blahnik's favourite thingsThe shoe designer speaks to Amie Elizabeth White. Illustrations by Ollie Maxwell.
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Where to honeymoon according to Alan Titchmarsh, Cath Kidston and moreFriends of the magazine share their honeymoon suggestions and decide where they'd go now if they got to choose all over again.
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These are a few of James Middleton's favourite thingsThe Princess of Wales's brother reveals the three things he holds dear to his heart. Illustrations by Ollie Maxwell.
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If this Derby boot is good enough for Bond, then it's good enough for youIn a new series, Amie Elizabeth White reveals one thing you should buy in each category, from shoes and white shirts, to weekend bags and umbrellas.
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Forget the sex, the real talking point of 'Wuthering Heights' is Margot Robbie's vintage broochesInspired by Margot Robbie's Cathy, Amie Elizabeth White reveals where you can buy the best brooches and how to wear them in 2026.
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'Heart motifs combine romance, history and craftsmanship in one very intimate object': Jewellery to fall in love withHeart-shape jewellery has a rich history stretching back centuries. Amie Elizabeth White investigates and rounds up the best pieces to invest in —or gift — today.
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These are a few of Diana Henry's favourite thingsThe author of more than 10 cookery books talks to Amie Elizabeth White. Illustrations by by Ollie Maxwell.
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The monk strap: Where did the shoe with sole and sophistication come from?Amie Elizabeth White charts the history of the monk strap shoe — beloved by Clark Gable, Cary Grant and James Bond.
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From the front line to the front row: A potted history of the Wellington boot and some of our favourites to buy right nowSoldiers, aristocrats, Paddington Bear and models have all donned a pair of welly boots.
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A gift for every interest — and every deadline: The best coffee-table books to give at ChristmasAmie Elizabeth White rounds up some of the best coffee-table books of 2025.
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What do a 19th century earl, Coco Chanel and Harry Styles have in common? A love of cardigans, of courseAmie Elizabeth White takes a look back at the history of the cardigan.
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Country Life's luxury editor's Christmas gift ideas for childrenPresent for your children, godchildren, nephews and nieces, from luxurious bed canopies to Liberty print stuffed toys.
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Country Life's luxury editor's Christmas gift ideas for pets and animal loversLooking for a present for a four-legged friend? Or someone somewhat obsessed with theirs? We have you covered.
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Country Life's luxury editor's Christmas gift ideas for foodies, from traditional hampers to nifty kitchen gadgetsWhether they're a dab hand in the kitchen or just really like eating, there will be something suitable in our luxury editor's round-up of the best Christmas gifts for foodies.
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Meet the British perfumers squeezing landscapes into scentsThe nuances of modern perfumery now allow a single drop to evoke an entire landscape. Amie Elizabeth White explores the native houses hitting the right notes
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Country Life's luxury editor's Christmas gift ideas for the home and gardenOur luxury editor's round up of the best Christmas presents for house and garden proud mothers, fathers, siblings, partners and friends.
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Country Life's luxury editor's gift ideas for gentlemenChristmas gift ideas for all of the men in your life, from fathers to husbands, to boyfriends to brothers.
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Country Life's luxury editor's Christmas gift ideas for leading ladiesThe Country Life Christmas gift guide is back and it's bigger than ever. Here's what to buy your mother, wife, sister or girlfriend (or all four).
