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Tweed is good. Tweed works – even in the era of GoreTex
Tweeds are woven into the very warp and weft of the Scottish landscape, as Mary Miers discovered during a visit to a tweed house that’s been making this versatile fabric for 160 years. Photographs by Roddy Mackay.
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Seven stunning pieces of jewellery that will delight horse lovers
Lucy Pearson of Horse & Hound picks out equestrian jewellery that could be perfect for the horse-lover in your life.
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Weddings: Why an afternoon beats an entire weekend
Getting married is, and should be, a very special day. But make sure it's only a day, says Annunicata Elwes.
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Royal Ascot hats: The best of the fashion from flat racing’s greatest meeting
Royal Ascot is synonymous with high fashion – particularly when it comes to the hats sported by many of the female racegoers.
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Why morning dress is flattering, tasteful and essential for weddings
Whether you splash out or keep it simple, one thing you shouldn't compromise on is your wedding clothes – and morning dress is best, says Jonathan Self.
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Why to invest in a set of bespoke tweeds – and where to get them made
A set of bespoke tweeds is on every gentleman's wish list – Charlotte Peters looks at the best places to get them made.
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Why a wedding day is about the people, not the price tag – no matter how high
Caroline Fleetwood has seen it all while hosting weddings at Duncton Mill Fishery in Sussex – and she offers some words of advice for couples planning their nuptials.
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Country Life Top 10: Wedding planners that mean business
Sometimes it's best just to call in the experts.
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Bridesmaids: Why less is more
Flora Watkins pleads with brides-to-be to avoid the temptation to recruit a small army.
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Wedding myths debunked, and mysteries explained
Weddings are as chock full of myth and superstition as they are canapés and crazy relatives.
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Country Life Top 10: Engagement rings - The finest rings, from Tiffany, De Beers and more
You'll be heading down the aisle before you know it.
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'A watch experiences your life in its entirety': Patek Philippe's MD on life and timepieces
The managing director of Patek Philippe on why watches elicit such emotions – and how to keep yours in top condition.
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Hublot producing 70th anniversary Ferrari watch
Ferrari is celebrating its 70th anniversary with a little help from Swiss watchmaker Hublot.
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The Savile Row suit made from the bellies of Mongolian yaks
One of London’s oldest Savile Row tailors is now producing suits made from yak hair.
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Five smartwatches that are as elegant as they are technically clever
Choosing between a traditional watch and a smartwatch used to be an either/or choice. But a new breed of timepiece is looking to change that.
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The importance of not wearing the wrong trousers… especially if you’re a prime minister
Leslie Geddes-Brown is full of praise for a smart sartorial move by Prime Minister Theresa May.
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In praise of cords: Colourful, practical, and ‘the perfect country trousers’
Sometimes custard yellow, but always soft and snug, corduroy is one of the most pleasing materials in a countryman’s wardrobe, finds Alec Marsh.
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The best watches from SIHH
Hetty Chidwick picks her favourite time pieces from Geneva’s SIHH - Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie
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Christmas presents for girls
Whether it’s your tricky Mother-in-law, long suffering wife or confusing new girlfriend they all deserve something spoiling this Christmas.
