Fashion

The hat was once as essential for leaving the house as a pair of trousers, but the sight of a dapper gent sporting one is now all too rare, laments John F. Mueller, while Toby Keel takes a look at the reasons we stopped wearing them.

By John F. Mueller Published 2 March 24

Country Life's Luxury Editor Hetty Lintell picks out some wonderful Valentine's gifts in red or green.

By Hetty Lintell Published 9 February 24

If you've ever wondered why a six is a six and a ten is a ten, so has Martin Fone. He decided to find out how we came to settle on the shoe size numbers we use today.

By Martin Fone Published 28 October 23

Every bag at luxury brand Chapman is crafted with painstaking attention to detail and expert skill.

By Chapman Published 23 October 23

Given the chance create his very own ‘estate’ Harris tweed, David Profumo knocks at the door of Donald John Mackay, the Hebridean weaver who has changed an entire industry. Photographs by Glyn Satterley.

By David Profumo Published 20 October 23

An affair with the 2nd Duke of Westminster introduced Coco Chanel to fly-fishing, Winston Churchill and the tweed clothing that shaped some of her most enduring designs, reveals Justine Picardie.

By Justine Picardie Published 29 September 23

We've rounded up all the utterly inessential products — posh tennis gear, in other words — that you absolutely do not need to enjoy Wimbledon, but would probably fancy having anyway.

By Country Life Published 4 July 23

One man’s — or woman’s — trash really is another’s treasure says Giles Kime, as he looks at a fascinating sale taking place in London.

By Giles Kime Published 23 June 23

Forget the mid-19th century institutions of Harrods, Macy's or Bloomingdale's — the oldest department store in the world was founded in London in the 1780s. Martin Fone tells the story of Harding, Howell’s & Co Grand Fashionable Magazine.

By Martin Fone Published 8 April 23

For those looking to update their accessories this season, Lalage Beaumont offers chic, timeless structured bags in luxurious leather.

By Lalage Beaumont Published 30 March 23

Is your mum the sort who's happiest with what she knows — or one who loves a surprise?

By Toby Keel Published 14 March 23

Scotland has turned out endless inventors of great genius in the past few hundred years, and Charles Macintosh — the man who brought waterproof clothing to the world — was as successful as any of them. Martin Fone tells his story.

By Martin Fone Published 18 February 23

Wedding dress shopping should be a joy, and nowhere is it more so than at Miss Bush, one of the oldest and most established bridal boutiques in the UK. Their 35 years’ experience shows in its expert dress curation and personal service, tailored to empower brides from their first appointment to walking down the aisle.

By Miss Bush Published 25 January 23

Joe Gibbs pays tribute to the late Miriam and Catriona, the formidable sisters who made Campbell's of Beauly famous.

By Joe Gibbs Published 29 November 22

Far from being a passive dresser, The Queen pays close attention to what she wears and what those clothes convey. She has left a lasting impression on the fashion industry, believes Justine Picardie.

By Justine Picardie Published 9 September 22

You might think tweed, named for the Scottish pronunciation of ‘twill’, is only made north of the border. Not so, says Mary Miers, who finds English makers are becoming a force to be reckoned with. Photographs by Mark Williamson.

By Mary Miers Published 25 January 22

Nothing feels quite so right for a walk in the British countryside as a Barbour jacket. Here's our pick of the best you can buy today.

By Hetty Lintell Published 16 December 21

There's nothing quite so vital to life in the countryside as a decent pair of wellies. Country Life's luxury editor Hetty Chidwick makes her pick of the best you can buy.

By Hetty Lintell Published 14 December 21

A collection of adorable gifts, perfect for that special toddler or precocious young person.

By Country Life Published 25 November 21