Buyer’s Guide - including

AutumnSelection

Labradorite Iota Ring. RRP: £85. Amazonite Beaded Bracelet. RRP: £70. www.rennejewellery.co.uk

Sennen Cove Sweatshirt in Sage. RRP: £69.95. Stallion Poncho. RRP: £350. Eclipse Skirt. RRP: £115. www.waringbrooke.com

Norfolk Quarter Zip in Grey. RRP: £65.95. Sowerby Sweatshirt in Grey. RRP: £54.95. www.whaleofatime clothing.com

Lilymere Quilt Jacket in Olive. RRP: £249.95. www.schoffelcountry.com

Sennowe Belt in Jaguar. RRP: £80. The Shearling Lined Regina in Cognac Nubuck. RRP: £425. www.fairfax andfavor.com The Oxley Fedora in Pebble. RRP: £89. www.hicksandbrown.com

Heritage R Toe Western boots. RRP: £160. www.ariat.com /gb/en

Morganite Beaded Bracelet. RRP: £70. Chalcedony Beaded Bracelet. RRP: £70. www.rennejewellery.co.uk The Regina, Taupe. RRP: £375.

Alexandra Trainer. RRP: £145. The Henley Driving Shoe, Tan Croc Print Leather. RRP: £180. www.fairfaxandfavor.com

The Felsham Baker Boy Cap in Russet. RRP: £69. The Oxley Fedora in Olive Green. RRP: £89. www.hicksandbrown.com

Norfolk shirt , Artichoke. RRP: £79.95. www.schoffelcountry.com The Classic R-Dry. RRP: £199. www.ri-dryclothing.co.uk

Tweed Baker Boy Cap in Blue Check. RRP: £79. www.acreandholt.co.uk

NEW LIMITED EDITION BOOT

Iconic country footwear brands, Fairfax & Favor and Le Chameau, have joined forces and created a limited edition wellington boot, the L’Alliance.

The new style brings together both brands and their iconic features; pairing the renowned Fairfax & Favor fan and tassel on the beloved Le Chameau signature wellington boot, made from the brand’s celebrated Chamolux rubber. RRP: £295.

www.fairfaxandfavor.com www.lechameau.com

SPRAWLING & OSBORNE IS A COUNTRY LIFESTYLE CLOTHING BRAND BASED IN ESSEX, AND IS RUN BY TAMSIN SPRAWLING. HERE TAMSIN SHARES HER THOUGHTS ON...

DRESSING FOR AUTUMN

Whether you’re trying to hang on to the last of the summer or you’re patiently waiting to wrap up in a cosy jumper, September and October can be tricky months to dress for. I always want to design pieces that can be worn across multiple seasons, maximising wear time and reducing the cost per wear. Here’s a few of my favourite pieces that are ideal additions to your autumn wardrobe. Dresses: Rib knit dresses are an all year round essential which can easily be layered throughout the autumn months. The Amelia and Natalie dresses are selflined which means even lighter colours such as white and cream can be worn with dark tights, without any worries of them showing through, to increase their wearability throughout the cooler months. Sweatshirts: One of the best things about autumn is being able to snuggle up in the softest sweatshirts. I like to layer my quarter zips underneath a blazer if I want to be warm whilst staying smart. These essential quarter zip sweatshirts feature hemmed cuffs rather than ribbing, enabling you to wear them for smarter occasions and avoiding any uncomfortable bunching if you are wearing them underneath a jacket or coat. Our crewneck sweatshirts are a relaxed fit making them perfect for casual days and lounging. Snoods: For early morning dog walks or trips to the stables, a snood is a more practical alternative to a scarf. www.sprawlingandosborne.com

Amelia Rib Knit Midi Dress - Chocolate £90 Natalie Rib Knit Mini Dress Cream £75 Crewneck Sweatshirt £65

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Reversible Snood £15

EQCOUTURE: EQUESTRIAN STYLE RIDING HIGH

When fellow equestrian and horse owner Sophie Mercer couldn’t find the equestrian clothing she wanted, she decided to create her own and, thus, the hottest equestrian sports-luxe brand around town, Eqcouture, was born!

Sophie started playing with designs and samples back in July 2019 alongside her full-time job working in her father's furniture and stationery business, with a bustling sideline of buying, producing and selling Irish horses. Although she admits at this point, she was struggling to find the time to concentrate on Eqcouture fully; “I would buy horses from Ireland and produce and sell them on. One time I bought five young horses over from Ireland, all of whom had never really been handled properly, let alone ridden, so to say that was a bit of a mammoth task to complete alongside a full-time job and trying to focus on launching a new equestrian brand is a bit of an understatement! However, I managed it and sold them on for a good profit. “I taught myself a lot while working in my father’s business, from website building and Photoshop, accountancy, email marketing and more, so I applied all these skills to Eqcouture. Alongside my new website, I ordered my first box of riding leggings and attempted to fit Eqcouture in between working full-time and producing and selling horses. “At first, I was selling just one or two pairs, but I knew from the feedback from those early customers that I was onto something, and I tried to stay positive and focused. Then the Pandemic hit, and with people unable to shop in physical stores, they soon turned to online shopping, and it was then that our online sales started to pick up. I was soon designing more styles and ordering more stock to meet the growing demand.” The lockdown proved to be a turning point for Sophie, and her love of equestrian style pulled her ever closer to Eqcouture with a fresh emphasis on doing something positive during this dark time. “I think the Pandemic was a time for reflection for many of us. Whilst I loved working for my father and producing and selling horses, I loved designing equestrian clothing more. I just felt that if I was going to make a change, the time was then, so I took the plunge and invested all my time, money and energy into Eqcouture.” Sophie’s business has grown from selling 200 pairs of riding tights to a 900% increase in sales since she launched. Sophie now works full-time on the brand and has a dynamic and dedicated team working alongside her. This year, she has taken Eqcouture on the road, featuring at many of the big shows and events across the country, a move which has had a substantial positive impact. The company has over 50% returning customer rate and has racked up a considerable loyal fanbase and a flurry of five-star reviews. For such fantastic growth, Sophie remains exceptionally modest about her designer talents; “I think my customers find me relatable. After all, I’m a normal horse owner just like them. I love my horses and ride as much as I can. The only difference is that I decided to design riding clothing that I would enjoy riding in that would be comfortable and stylish and of fantastic quality without costing a fortune. Fortunately, what I love turned out to be what equestrians love too!”

www.eqcouture.co.uk

FOXYeGLOVE. RRP: £28 per pair. www.foxy equestrian.com

Elisabeth Poncho. RRP: £308. www.ninibos.com

Event Number Bib. RRP: £16.99. www.woofwear.com

Cavallo Daisy Polo Shirt. RRP: £59. www.zebraproducts.co.uk

Cavallo Diane Hoody. RRP: £134. www.zebraproducts.co.uk

Luca Grip Breeches. RRP: £146. www.zebraproducts.co.uk

Derby Tall Boots. RRP: £125. www.muck bootcompany.co.uk Joan Sweater. RRP: £118 Anne Leggings. RRP: £158. www.ninibos.com

Mercury Jacket. RRP: £119.99. www.equisafety.com Cavallo Damira Gilet. £113. www.zebraproducts.co.uk Competition Riding Socks. RRP: £6.50. www.zebra products.co.uk

Hi Vis Lanacre. RRP: £299. www.ri-dryclothing.co.uk