Gift Library Catalogue by Gift Library

2012 COLLECTION

A bespoke service providing select luxury gifts

Gift Library holds popular appeal with an ever-widening audience and is regularly updated with new products, articles, and top tips from celebrity insiders such as Holly Valance and Sarah Harris of British Vogue.

Welcome to our latest collection Welcome to the brand new Gift Library Collection 2012 featuring the brightest and best of our latest and most desirable gifts and introducing some of the world’s most exciting new designers. Discover perfect gifts that will give real pleasure at Gift Library and discover an enjoyable, seamless, truly bespoke and very personal way to shop. We are confident that we have captured the looks of the season. Jewel coloured clutches and bright statement jewellery, timeless classics including the highest quality cashmere, ultra chic homeware and heirloom jewellery. We believe we have the perfectly edited pieces to top everyone’s wish list. Gift Library’s collection ‘For Him’ boasts an equally impressive lineup from exceptional dressing table pieces to classic leather goods and model Rivas. Sure to tick even the trickiest box.

Our games and gadgets will please fun lovers and thrill seekers of all ages. From ocean dive scooters to backgammon boards, you will find something to please tech enthusiasts and traditionalists alike. What you see here is just a taste of the range of gifts you can find at Gift Library, as our dedicated personal shoppers will source and customise just about anything you can think of and deliver it on time, so beautifully wrapped that he or she may not want to open it. By using Gift Library, we hope you’ll find buying presents much easier and more fun. And that all the lucky people receiving your gifts will love them as much as we do.

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We look forward to welcoming you soon.

Caroline Stanbury Founder

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For Him

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Two easy ways to order your gifts from Gift Library Order online at:

Call one of our personal shoppers on:

www.gift-library.com

0800 051 5886

For Home

For Kids

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Some people are very good at choosing presents. Others admit they are hopeless, or simply have no time. If you fall into the latter category, just give us a call and brief one of our team of seasoned personal shoppers. Where appropriate we are happy to arrange personalisation of any of your gifts and, true to our promise of a genuinely bespoke service, if what you seek is not in the collection, we will expand our search to find your perfect present. There is an art to wrapping presents and it is always a good idea to leave it to the experts. Be assured that at Gift Library your package will be almost as impressive as its contents. Your Gift Library present will arrive in its own smart bag, hand-tied with ribbon, bearing a personal message. Inside the bag, in a beautiful, ribbon-wrapped box of silver, pink or purple, in generous layers of tissue paper, will lie your chosen gift. The act of unwrapping it will give nearly as much pleasure as the gift itself. Organising corporate gifts is one of the headaches of business life that you can happily delegate to Gift Library. Safe in the knowledge that elegant, appropriate, high quality personalised gifts can be delivered on time and beautifully wrapped. All you need to do is gracefully accept the thanks.

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– To order, call us on +44 (0) 800 051 5886 –

– For Her: Gifts –

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Most women are a joy to buy presents for, if you know her taste, her size and have days to do the footwork. With Gift Library you can be confident that the selection we have made for you will get a rapturous reception. And always remember that what you give a woman speaks volumes. A beautiful Gift Library parcel will say all the right things.

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– For Her: Gifts –

“Gift-Library.com is based around the ethos of beautiful, bespoke products and presents…” Kensington & Chelsea Magazine April 2012

Sophie Hulme Mini Envelope Bag, p6. Pilot Pens Capless Fountain Pen, p46. Temperley Scarf, p26. Alexandra von Furstenberg Candy Bowl, see online.

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– For Her: Sophie Hulme Bags –

Gift Library Loves

Sophie Hulme Bags Sophie Hulme’s sleek, clean-lined leather accessories, bright totes and chic envelope clutches are this season’s must-have shapes.

Soft Envelope Clutch Soft leather clutch with detachable shoulder strap. Envelope front flap with gold-metal detail and tuck-in closure plus zipped main pocket. Materials: Leather and brass. Dimensions: W: 34cm, H: 24cm, D: 6cm. Available in: Plum (shown here) and Bright Coral. £395

Mini Envelope Bag Leather mini envelope bag. Featuring a fold-over front closure with gold-tone polished hardware, with a detachable and adjustable shoulder strap and internal slip pocket. Materials: Leather and brass. Dimensions: H: 15cm, W: 21cm, D: 5.5cm. Available in: Blue and Nude. £250

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– For Her: Sophie Hulme Bags –

“Hailed by the fashion press as the newest accessory design talent since launching in 2007, Sophie Hulme’s luxe pieces are the perfect investment.”

GL Tip Sophie Hulme’s collection is the top choice with all the fashion editors. Her totes spotted on every front row at London Fashion Week.

Double Plate Buckle Tote Bright blue soft leather tote bag featuring two short carry handles attached with buckle details to double, gold-tone brass plaques on either side. Detachable shoulder strap with buckle adjustment which can also be worn across the body; open top and internal slip pocket. Materials: Leather and brass. Dimensions: H: 42.5cm, W: 36cm, D: 13cm. Available in: Bright Blue and Bright Coral £525

Lizard Panel Mini Envelope Bag A chic and versatile clutch with a detachable cross-body strap that allows it to be worn as a shoulder bag. Envelope front flap, lizard panel and a gold-metal front detail with tuck-in closure. The clutch has one internal open pocket. Materials: Leather and brass. Dimensions: H: 15cm, W: 21cm, D: 5.5cm. Available in: Navy Blue £295

– To order, call us on +44 (0) 800 051 5886 –

Double Plate Tote Structured leather tote bag featuring two short carry handles attached to double goldtone brass plaques on each side; detachable shoulder strap with buckle adjustment which can also be worn across the body; two side brass plaques; open top and internal slip pocket. Materials: Leather and brass. Dimensions: H: 42.5cm, W: 36cm, D: 13cm. Available in: Khaki and Blue £525

– For Her: The Perfect Clutch –

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For a classic clutch, look online at Gift-library.com for Lara Bohinc’s patent black version of this signature piece – More online at www.gift-library.com –

Lara Bohinc Lunar Clutch A chic statement clutch with zip closure and leather tuck in strap. Dimensions: W: 21cm H: 11cm D: 5cm. Cappucino Python Skin £940 Black Patent £410

– For Her: The Perfect Clutch –

Handmade sustainable fashion and elegant designs are at the heart of Rocio’s glamorous aesthetic.

Rocio – Naomi Clutch Hand painted with a black and white cheetah design, suede lining and brass and gold plated chain. Dimensions: W: 15cm, H: 10.5cm, D: 7.5cm. £350

Rocio – Sheva Clutch Acacia wood and water snakeskin with a small link gold-tone chain and suede interior. Dimensions: W: 18cm, H: 11cm, D: 8cm. £450

Rocio – Clementine Clutch Handmade from the finest Acacia featuring a small link gold-tone chain, a top gold-tone clasp fastening and a suede interior. Dimensions: W: 15cm, H: 10.5cm, D: 7.5cm. £295

Inspired by classic elements, Nancy Gonzalez’ innovative use of precious skins and bold colours are always modern and handcrafted with the highest attention to detail.

Nancy Gonzalez – Red Crocodile Box Handbag Handcrafted box clutch with a simple and elegant aesthetic made from glossed crocodile skin. Dimensions: W: 21cm, H: 11cm, D: 5cm. Available in: Red, Aqua and Yellow. £795

Nancy Gonzalez – Black Large Crocodile Clutch Lined in luxurious burgundy suede, this oversized clutch is a timeless yet modern classic. Dimensions: W: 46cm, H: 16cm, D: 11cm Available in: Black and Blue. £1950

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– For Her: Hide & Silk –

Hide & Silk Noble Macmillan – Leather 5-pocket Credit Card Holders Soft and durable luxury silk lined credit card holders. Dimensions: W: 10.2cm, H: 7cm. Available in: Navy, Yellow, Orange, Pink, Red and Chocolate. £45

Call one of our personal shoppers to personalise these with your initials. Crocodile 6-Card Holder Add colour to an everyday essential with a sophisticated credit card holder handmade in Italy from the highest quality crocodile skin and lined in leather. Dimensions: W:10cm, H: 8cm. Available in: Purple, Black, Red and Chocolate. £195

GL Tip No longer the exclusive preserve of men, these credit-card holders have been given a 21st century update

Crocodile Box Card Holder Beautifully crafted in Italy from the finest crocodile skin, this credit card holder is a timeless addition to your accessories collection. Dimensions: W: 9cm, H: 6cm. Available in: Pink, Black, Red, and Chocolate. £295

– More online at www.gift-library.com –

– For Her: Hide & Silk –

Carré Royal – Continental Wallet Crafted in a premium smooth dense cowhide leather and produced in France, the Continental Wallet has a snap closure, 15 credit card slots, two zipped pockets and bank note compartments. Material: Smooth cowhide leather. Dimensions: W: 20cm, H:11cm. Available in: Navy, Red, Black and Orange. £120

“This was one of my top finds of 2012. I love that a simple and essential accessory has been transformed into something so fun and of such exceptional quality.”

Carré Royal – Large Zip Around Purse This wallet, created in a tannery in France, features 14 credit card slots, one zipped pocket and two full length compartments. Material: Smooth cowhide leather. Dimensions: W: 20cm, H: 11.5cm. £150

– To order, call us on +44 (0) 800 051 5886 –

– For Her: Bex Rox Jewellery –

Gift Library Loves

Bex Rox Jewellery GL Tip Perfect clasps for engraving. Ring one of our personal shoppers to personalise yours.

Wild child of the Balearics, guest of Chinese tribesmen, Bex Rox jewellery is well... simply rocking.

The Alabama Cuff Gunmetal and 18-carat plated gold chain with suede and satin cord and rose gold signature magnet clasp. Available in: Fluoro, Black and Orange. One Size. £240

The Box Bracelet Made from 24-carat gold plating and fastened with the rose gold signature magnet clasp. Available in: Fluoro, Black, Orange and Burgundy. One Size. £145

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– For Her: Bex Rox Jewellery –

The Gina Three Strand Bracelet This bracelet does the chic boho layering look for you with 24-carat gold-plated chain, suede and fine cords twisted, knotted and woven to create 3 strands. Fastened with rose gold signature magnet clasp. One size. £265

13 Seahorse Pendants 18-carat gold plated signature seahorse pendants. Cast from a real seahorse - the symbol of strength, courage and protection. Fastened with a magnet clasp. Large Seahorse: Chain - 54cm £210 Mini Seahorse: Chain - 50cm £165

Friendship Bracelet Gold plated chain with satin flouro cord attached with the Bex Rox magnetic clasp. Available in: Burgundy, Black, and Fluoro. One size. £45

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– For Her: Phoebe Coleman Jewellery –

Gift Library Loves

Phoebe Coleman Jewellery Phoebe Coleman creates beautiful jewellery for women who love great design in its simplest form. Her delicate designs are worn by loyal followers including Alexa Chung, Luella Bartley and Poppy Delevingne.

GL Tip For a classic look, slip the wings off the hoops

Angel Wing Necklace Perfect investment for a loved one that will instantly embellish any girl’s everyday style. 18-carat gold-plated silver necklace. Dimensions: Chain L: 44cm. Pendant 2cm drop. One size. Gold £125 Silver £110

Angel Wing Bracelet 18-carat gold-plated silver fine chain bracelet featuring a wing charm. Wear alone or layer it up. The perfect everyday bracelet. Dimensions: L: 17cm. One size. Gold £79 Silver £69

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Angel Wing Earrings 18-carat gold-plated angel wing charm earrings. If you feel like wearing simple gold hoops, just slip the wing charms off. Dimensions: 4cm drop. £175

– For Her: Phoebe Coleman Jewellery –

GL Tip This is Phoebe Coleman’s signature piece

“Every piece is handmade in England, using sterling silver and plated in 18ct gold. Her jewellery is versatile and timeless.”

Love Me Tender Ring We love delicate outline rings. This 18-carat gold-plated sterling silver ring is perfect for all styles. Heart measures 9mm by 8mm. Dimensions: Heart H: 9mm, W: 8mm Size: M and L. £105

Love Me Tender Stud Earrings 18-carat gold-plated silver studs with butterfly fastening. Continuing the outline theme, we love these girly earrings. £69

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Arrow of Love Necklace A fine chain 18-carat gold-plated silver necklace featuring an open heart and arrow pendant. The arrow slips through the heart to fasten. Dimensions: Drop c. 24cm. £125

– For Her: Kiki McDonough –

Gift Library Loves

Kiki McDonough A love of vibrant colour has inspired Kiki’s designs for over 25 years, creating eyecatching yet easy to wear heirloom pieces.

Multi Gem Two Row Necklace with Diamonds This show stopping double strand necklace features a colourful array of peridot, blue topaz, citrine, lemon quartz and amethyst gem stones nestling between simple diamonds. £16,900

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– For Her: Kiki McDonough –

Eve Necklace This necklace is inspired by nature with a citrine bee set in diamonds and 18-carat gold. Dimensions: L: 43cm. £695

Eve Bracelet Four citrine and diamond bees set in 18-carat gold. A delicate yet striking bracelet. Dimensions: L: 17.5cm. £1,300

We love the way she contrasts intensely coloured semi-precious stones with diamonds. This has always been a signature of a Kiki piece

Grace Pendant This understated yet distinctive necklace is from Kiki’s new Grace Collection. The citrine pendant is framed by diamonds and set in 18-carat yellow gold. Dimensions: L: 42cm, Dia: 10mm (stone including setting) £695

Citrine drop earrings Simple and classic citrine drop earrings set in 18-carat gold. Dimensions: Overall Drop: 2.7cm. £495

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– For Her: Jewellery to die for –

Jewellery to die for Bear Brooksbank – Briolette Drop Earrings Smoky quartz briolette drop ear-pendants, mounted in goldplated silver, featuring butterfly fittings weighing 80-carats in total. Dimensions: L: 10.5cm. £395

GL Tip Bear Brooksbank is our tip for the one to watch this year

Bear Brooksbank – Sagenenitic Quartz Ring Circular quartz rings with black tourmaline inclusions either mounted in 9-carat yellow gold or 9-carat black rhodium plated white gold. £950

Bear Brooksbank – Arrow Head Earrings Black and white 1.6-carat diamond arrow pendants, featuring 9-carat yellow gold backs. Dimensions: L: 9.5cm. £3,250

– More online at www.gift-library.com –

– For Her: Jewellery to die for –

NOA’s jewels are set with precious gems and inspired by natural beauty, a present for the love of your life.

NOA Fine Jewellery – Snowflake Pendant Snowflake Pendant featuring 1.55-carat diamonds and 9.50g of white gold. Dimensions: Chain 60cm. £2,580

AS29 – Rose Bracelet Created by Belgian designer and 4th generation diamond dealer Audrey Savransky. Materials: 18-carat Gold, 1.5-carat dark blue sapphires and 1.5-carat light pink sapphires Care: Specialist cleaning. Dimensions: L: 17cm. £1,495

NOA Fine Jewellery – Coral Ravishing Reef Earrings This classically beautiful design has a single line of 1.2-carat diamonds finished with a stunning coral drop. £3,650

NOA Fine Jewellery – Snake Ring Yellow gold ring with a 4.49-carat diamond encrusted snake. Depending on availability, please allow 5-14 days for delivery. £4,560

NOA Fine Jewellery – Devilish Eye Bracelet 18-carat white-gold bracelet, featuring 38.5-carat aquamarine and 2.77-carat diamonds. £6,590

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– For Her: Bed & Bath –

Bed &Bath

GL Tip One size fits all, made from the softest cashmere, easy to pack and rather decadent

Penhaligon’s Founded in 1870, Penhaligon’s still makes all its scents in England using the finest rare ingredients. From hand squeezed bergamot, to jasmine at twice the price of gold. The signature fragrance bottle remains the same as William Penhaligon’s original design. Artemisia Soaps - 3 x 100g £23 Artemisia Bath Oil - 200ml £39 Bluebell Fragrance - 100ml £80 Lily of the Valley Bath Oil - 200ml £39

Acqua di Parma Magnolia Nobile Body Cream A moisturising body cream fragranced with Acqua di Parma’s signature magnolia scent. Size: 150ml. £46

For our full range of beauty products please visit www.gift-library.com William Sharp – Cashmere Starburst Slippers 100% soft Cashmere slippers embellished with Swarovski Crystals. One size with adjustable draw string. Available in: Cream, Black, Grey and Fuchsia. £159

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– For Her: Bed & Bath –

“There’s so much to choose from at Gift Library” Fabric March 2012 21 Olivia Von Halle – Silk Pyjamas Inspired by the lounging pyjamas worn by Coco Chanel and her contemporaries in the 1920’s. The sizing is based on a combination of height and dress size, please see online for sizing chart. Material: 100% silk; piped in silk; mother of pearl button fastenings. Available in: Namalee and Tansy. £295

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“I’d live in these if I could… I have 3 pairs and love giving them to friends, as the sizing is so simple I know I can’t get it wrong.”

– For Her: Travelling Light –

TRAVELLING

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Shagreen iPhone Cover, p39. Leather Notebook, p48.

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Noble Macmillan – Calfskin Travel Wallet A classic, handmade calf leather and velour lined travel wallet with separate pockets for documents. Dimensions: W: 24cm, H: 12cm. Available in: Chocolate, Orange, Pink, Red, and Black. £200

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Leather Travel and Kindle Envelope Handmade from buttery soft Caribou leather, this wallet is our top travel accessory. Dimensions: W: 20cm, H: 15cm. Available in Blue, Black and Orange. £175

Tweety Rechargeable Speaker Be under no illusions about this tiny speaker; once you’ve tried it you’ll never travel without it. Compatible with any audio device with a 3.5mm headphone jack. Built in rechargeable battery. Dimensions: Dia: 5cm, H: 2.6cm. Available in: Silver, Gold, Pink, Blue, Black and Red. £49

Noble Macmillan – Jewellery Roll Soft calfskin jewellery roll with velour interior and tie closure, silk lined pockets, a ring mould and stud earring band. Dimensions: H: 20cm, W: 30cm (open). Available in: Pink, Red and Purple. £79

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– For Her: Gadgetry for Girls –

Gadgetry For Girls Nancy Gonzalez – Crocodile iPad Case This iPad case, from Colombian designer Nancy Gonzalez, combines precious crocodile skin and vivid colour to create a modern accessory essential. Available in: Fuchsia, and Grey. £1,500

“They’re my choice because they protect the back of your iPad, are slim fitting and have a beautiful leather finish so are great to hold too.”

Noble Macmillan – iPad Cover A handcrafted calf leather iPad cover featuring a magnetic cover and back. Available in: Pink, Chocolate and Red. £145

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– For Her: Gadgetry for Girls –

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Customised Pink New iPad available in 32GB or 64GB with Wi-Fi and 3G. Expertly customised whilst maintaining all original apple design hallmarks, our iPads can be customised with any design – for personalisation of this product email : personalshopping@gift-library.com or call us on +44 (0)20 3080 0530 From £1,100

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Embossed Python Kindle and iPad Clutches Beautifully chic, these embossed python effect clutches, designed to hold your iPad or Kindle, have a soft shammy lining for superior protection. Available in: Orange, Taupe, Pink and Black. iPad: W: 28cm x H: 20.5cm £95 Kindle: W: 22cm x H: 15cm £75

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Native Union – Pop Retro Handset Channel a bit of retro chic whilst cutting out 99% of radiation. This handset has a high quality speaker and microphone and can be used with all mobile phones. £59

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Rose Gold Transparency USB Super chic, high quality USB memory stick Capacity: 4GB. Available in: Rose Gold and Stainless Steel £60

– To order, call us on +44 (0) 800 051 5886 –

– For Her: Cashmere to Go –

GL Tip

CASHMERE

Cashmere Travel Sets: Email your monogramming requests to personalshopper@ gift-library.com. Allow 7-10 days for delivery.

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26 Temperley Collection Five scented candles combining floral notes of rose and jasmine and warm notes of fig and vanilla, Burn time: 15 hours. £65

Cashmere Travel Bag The cashmere travel bag includes a silk eye mask, throw and socks. All 100% Cashmere. Monogramming requests take 7-10 days. Available in: Pink, Lilac, Blue, Black, Taupe, Burgundy and Green. £395

Temperley London – Lotus Leopard Print and Lotus Flower Scarf A combination of cashmere and super soft modal, this scarf is available in two designs: the Lotus Flower Print and the Lotus Print combined with Leopard Print. Dimensions: L: 140cm, H: 140cm. £275

Lotus Flower Red

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Lotus Leopard Red

Lotus Flower Grey

– For Her: Cashmere to Go –

27 Travelwrap – Cashmere Wrap Classic knitted 100% cashmere wrap. A wardrobe and travel essential, can be worn as a wrap, a scarf or used as a throw. Available in: Silver, Charcoal, Black, Taupe and Rose. Dimensions: L: 180cm, H: 90cm. £230 William Sharp – Swarovski Crystals Crown Cashmere Slippers 100% soft cashmere slippers with a Swarovski crystal embellished crown on the toes. The Jubilee may be over but that’s no reason to forget your patriotism. One size with adjustable draw string. £195

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– For Her: Top Gifts for Her –

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Zip Case Full-grain embossed python effect zip case with top zipper closure and signature leather tassel. Available in: Black, Orange, Pink and Taupe. £75

Cashmere Wrist Warmers Elegant cashmere cable knit wrist warmers. Available in: Cloud and Navy £69

Nixon - Timeteller Gold This oversize watch features a stainless steel case, flexible link band, hinged snap closure and Japanese movement. Dimensions: 37mm diameter. £110

Triwa – Greystone Chrono Watch A light pink dial with gold and grey chronograph sub-dials and Swarovski crystal hour markers. Dimensions: 44mm diameter. £135

Triwa – Alabaster Nevil Watch A light blue dial with eggshell chronograph sub-dials and an alabaster leather strap. Dimensions: 42mm diameter. £185

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Triwa – Sterling Silver Nevil Watch Brushed stainless steel case, silver sun ray dial with a stainless steel mesh strap. Dimensions: 42mm diameter. £230

– For Her: Top Gifts for Her –

Brown Paper Bag This Leather Tote, is based on the retro chic design of traditional paper packages from grocery stores. The leather becomes richer in colour with age - we think this bag just gets better and better. Dimensions: W: 31.5cm, D: 12cm, H: 35cm. £125

GL Tip Go to gift-library.com for the full range stocked by us, including Paris cityscapes

Rolled Up Leather Bag This retro take on a Brown Paper Grocery Bag is made from buttery soft Spanish leather. Roll up the top and fasten with the double popper closure. The perfect alternative clutch. Dimensions: W: 20.5cm, H: 24cm, D: 15cm £110

Lily & Lionel – London Buses Scarf Eye catching designs from scarf label du jour. 50% cotton, 50% bamboo. Dimensions: W: 90cm, H: 200cm. £120

Madeleine Thompson Cashmere Disco Beanie 100% cashmere beanie in a chunky knit. Available in: Cream with Gold Sequins, Charcoal with Silver Sequins, Navy with Navy Sequins. £115

– To order, call us on +44 (0) 800 051 5886 –

– For Him: Gifts –

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Buying a gift for a man is often nigh on impossible. They all seem to have everything they want and will never give you a straight answer if you enquire as to what might interest them. We’ve done extensive research on this problem and pulled together a collection of gifts that has something for every man out there.

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– For Him: Gifts –

“Men may be notoriously difficult to buy for but Gift-Library.com makes the process much easier.” Canary Wharf June 2011 Customised Macbook, p39. Jambox – Wireless Speaker, p64.

– To order, call us on +44 (0) 800 051 5886 –

– For Him: Shooting Stars –

SHOOTING

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Shotgun Slip A leather shotgun slip made from bridle leather with a traditional flap and buckle opening, plus a full-length zip and padded fleece lining. Dimensions: 30” (32” available to order). £360

Gothic Stag Candle Featuring smoky and sweet fragrances with hints of vanilla and Egyptian spices, in a blood red glass holder with embellished stag detail. £65

The Malton Bridle range contains handmade pieces created using natural vegetable tanned leather and techniques passed down through the generations, producing truly unique timeless objects.

Cartridge Bag Beautifully crafted, this classic cartridge bag is made from the finest waxed bridle leather with a full suede lining and a 2” wide cotton webbing shoulder sling. Holds 100 cartridges. £240

Cartridge Belt A classic waxed leather cartridge belt with 25 open loops and a solid 2” wide brass buckle. Holds 12 gauge cartridges (20 gauge available to order). Sizes: M: 36 - 42”, L: 42 - 48”. £110

– More online at www.gift-library.com –

Waterproof Boot Bag A versatile boot bag designed to carry either a pair of wellingtons or a number of pairs of shoes. Made from waterproof Samtex. Dimensions: L: 38cm, H: 56cm, D: 33cm. £110

– For Him: Shooting Stars –

Four Cup Set Set of four 4oz stainless steel cups inside a rugged leather case with secure snap fastening. Dimensions: H: 10cm, Dia: 6cm. Available in: Tan (pictured) and Brown. £65

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Captive Flask Sophisticated leather covered 6oz stainless steel flask, with screw top. The perfect accessory for a day out. Available in: Black Lizard and Crocodile Leather. £55

Chapman – Flyfisher Shoulder Bag A classic shoulder bag based on a timeless fishing design. Ideal for everyday use; suitable for iPads or small laptops. Made in England. Dimensions: L: 41cm, H: 28cm, D: 13cm. £139

Each bag is made by hand in the UK workshop

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Shooting Weekends Notebook A tongue-in-cheek take on traditional English stationery, this shooting notebook features a mock crocodile cover, hot foil marking, Italian paper with gold trim, bound in the UK. Dimensions: L: 25cm, W: 17.5cm, D: 2cm. £35

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Le Prince Jardinier – Six Stainless Steel Tumblers Set up in 1996 by Prince Louis Albert, a French entrepreneur, this exclusive business specialises in quality gardenware. Set of six stainless steel tumblers, each stamped with a brass coat of arms, incorporating the de Broglie family crest. £45

– To order, call us on +44 (0) 800 051 5886 –

– For Him: Cash & Carry –

CASH &Carry

Crocodile Box Card Holder Beautifully crafted in Italy from the finest crocodile skin, this credit card holder is a timeless addition to your accessories collection. Dimensions: H: 9cm, W: 6cm. Available in: Black, Chocolate and Red. £295

Noble Macmillan – Leather Card Holder Durable silk lined credit card holder suitable for credit & business cards. This item can be personalised with initials or a name. Available in: Chocolate, Red and Navy Dimensions: H: 10cm, W: 7cm. £45

Noble Macmillan – Slim Travel Wallet This soft and durable calfskin leather and silk-lined folding travel wallet slips neatly into an inside jacket pocket. It holds a passport, tickets, boarding pass, documents and credit or frequent flyer cards and can be personalised with initials or a name in silver or gold. Dimensions: H: 24cm, W: 12cm. Available in: Black, Chocolate and Red. £110

Noble Macmillan – Leather Wallet Handcrafted and stitched in the finest soft calf leather. It has eight credit card slots, two side pockets and two note pockets lined in silk. This item can be personalised with initials or a name. Dimensions: W: 11.5cm, H: 10cm Available in: Black or Chocolate. £75

– More online at www.gift-library.com –

– For Him: Cash & Carry –

Lizard Credit Card Holder Flat credit card holder in blue lizard, lined in leather and handcrafted in Italy. Dimensions: W: 10cm, H: 8cm. Available in: Blue, Emerald Green, Burgundy, Chocolate and Black. £95

Carré Royal – Mens Wallet Produced in France and crafted from premium smooth cowhide leather, this wallet features 8 credit card slots, 2 pockets and a bank note compartment. Dimensions: W: 11.5cm, H: 8.5cm. Available in: Chocolate, Red and Black. £60

GL Tip We love the contrasting lining

Crocodile Credit Card Holder Part of our signature accessories collection, lined in leather and handcrafted in Italy. Dimensions: W: 10cm, H: 8cm. Available in: Chocolate, Red and Black. £195

Sterling Silver Money Clip A rhodium-plated sterling silver money clip. Designed in the shape of a paperclip, its classic style is perfect for keeping notes securely pinned together. £195

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– For Him: Scouting for Boys’ Presents –

Gift Library’s

Scouting for Boys’ Presents For the man about town, a little hint of colour to brighten up his day.

Derek Rose – Men’s Handkerchiefs Lightweight pure cotton handkerchiefs with a super soft finish. Chic essentials, beautifully packaged. £20

“You’ll be spotting these colourful socks on lots of ankles this year”

Golf Ball Holder A suede lined leather case that is striking and functional. Features a stud fastening and includes three golf balls. Dimensions: H: 15cm, D: 5.5cm. Available in: Red, Black and Brown. £70

Set of Three Socks A set of 3 high-quality combed cotton socks, chosen to add a little flash of fun. Fits shoe size 7-11 £25

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– For Him: Scouting for Boys’ Presents –

Tateossian – Skeleton Movement Cufflinks Rose gold plated with the functional mechanical movement of a watch, open faced and fully exposed. £150 Gothic Skull Candle Set Scent with an edge, these Gothic skull embellished candles contain notes of passion fruit, velvet apricot, caramel and vanilla. Set of 3: £65

GL Tip This is one of our bestsellers online

The Bike Book Lifestyle. Passion. Design. This book showcases stunning models from unique concepts to luxury brands. 220 pages. Hardcover with jacket. Dimensions: W: 25cm, H: 32cm. £45

Tateossian – Silver Scoubidou Leather Bracelet Made from hand-braided Italian leather and rhodium plated sterling silver rectangular clasp. Sizes: M and L. Available in: Black and Brown. £185

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Tateossian – Gears Square Cufflinks Gun Metal plated cufflink holding a series of cogs and gears inside. The cogs have differing finishes and rotate around a central pivot. £120

Tateossian – Knot Cufflinks Highly polished cufflink featuring interlocking knot comprised of three rope-effect strands. Available in: Silver, Pink Gold and Gunmetal. £79

– For Him: Cool Hand Luggage –

COOL HAND

Luggage

Leather Messenger Laptop Bag Made from beautifully soft Florentine Vachetta leather lined in red nylon. A shock resistant laptop compartment and space for your plane ticket, sunglasses and mobile phone. Dimensions: W: 40cm, H: 30cm, D: 8cm Weight: 1.2 Kg. Interior: 3 zipped compartments, 4 open, one for your newspaper and one for your laptop (max 15 inch). Available in: Tan and Black. £475

Leather iPad2 Cover This iPad2 cover can be used in 3 positions: for typing or for viewing in either portrait or landscape format. Material: Florentine Vachetta leather with high quality Alcantara lining. Dimensions: W: 20cm, H: 30cm, D: 0.5cm. £185

Original Leather Laptop Bag Beautifully designed compartments for practical use and with a shock resistant laptop compartment. This sleek Trash Original Laptop Bag is handmade in Italy using the finest Italian leather. Dimensions: W: 40cm, H: 30cm, D: 8cm. Weight: 1.2 Kg Interior: 8 compartments - 3 zipped, 4 open. £395

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Brown Envelope Laptop Cover This retro take on a brown Kraft Envelope, made from buttery soft Spanish leather, creates a unique contemporary aesthetic. Padded to protect your laptop. Material: Leather and 100% cotton sailcloth lined. Dimensions: W: 38cm, H: 28cm. £110

– For Him: Cool Hand Luggage –

Noble Macmillan – iPad2 or New iPad Cover Handcrafted into a bright luxurious cover with a fixed moulded shell and magnetic cover for protection. Sizes: iPad2 and New iPad. Available in: Red, Chocolate and Pink. £145

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Shagreen iPhone Cover Exotic iPhone 4 and iPhone 4s case made from smooth shagreen. This snap-on cover protects your iPhone with style. Available in: Black and Grey. £215

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Nancy Gonzalez – Crocodile iPad Cover Renowned for her use of precious skins and colour, this iPad case by Nancy Gonzalez is the ultimate contemporary accessory. Available in: Grey and Fuchsia. £1,500

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GL Tip Visit our website, gift-library.com for specification and prices Customised iPad and Macbook iPads and Macbooks expertly customised, exclusively for Gift-Library, to create a sleek version of the modern classics, whilst maintaining all original Apple design hallmarks. Customisation does not affect your warranty. New iPad: 32gb from £1,100, 64gb from £1,200. Macbook from £1,750

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– For Him: Sleep in Beauty –

SLEEP IN

Beauty GL Tip Cashmere Travel Sets and Robes: Email monogramming requests to personalshopper@ gift-library.com

Cashmere Travel Set The cashmere travel bag includes a silk eye mask, throw and bed socks. All 100% Cashmere. Monogramming is available on this product and orders take between 1-6 weeks to be delivered. £395

Cashmere Slippers Fine footwear is essential for men. Ensure your standards don’t slide at home by investing in these cashmere slippers. Available in: Navy, Black and Grey. Sizes: 41, 42, 43, 44 and 45. £195

Cashmere Robe 100% luxurious cashmere full length robe woven in Italy, with a shawl collar trimmed in white. Available in: Navy and Grey. Sizes: M & L. £950

Sourced from a family run company based in the world famous textile district of BiellaItaly, made using the most precious fibre of all, Cashmere.

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– For Him: Sleep in Beauty –

“Based on Savile Row in London, Derek Rose specialises in the highest quality nightwear. Supersoft T-shirts and cotton trousers that are perfect for wearing around the house on lazy Sunday mornings. Timeless and elegant cotton pyjamas and dressing gowns that are pure Cary Grant. Please see online for full selection.” Derek Rose – Stretch Micromodal T-shirt Made from the ultimate ‘touch’ fabric, which is non-pull and retains its shape and colour excellently after washing. Available in: White or Navy. Sizes: S, M, L & XL £55

Derek Rose – Navy Check Cotton Trousers Pure cotton flannel lounge trousers with two side pockets, two rear pockets, elasticated waistband and tie closure. Wear with a plain t-shirt as shown above. Sizes: S, M, L & XL £70

Derek Rose – Dressing Gown For a sophisticated lounging look. This navy and polka dot gown features a satin stripe, shawl collar, breast pocket and two side pockets. 100% cotton. Machine Washable. Sizes: M, L & XL. £175

Derek Rose – Boxer Short Pure lightweight cotton boxer shorts with a super soft finish. Featuring a two-button adjustable waistband. Sizes: S, M, L & XL. See online for colours. £25 per pair

Derek Rose – Blue Cotton Pyjama Set A pyjama set that is both practical and stylish. Featuring a three pocket jacket, classic collar and adjustable, two-button finish elasticated waistband. Finished with navy blue piping. Sizes: S, M, L & XL. £120

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– For Him: Getting Shirty –

GETTING

Shirty

Norton and Sons Bespoke Shirt Voucher Established in 1821 Norton and Sons is one of Savile Row’s most renowned bespoke tailors and shirt-makers. Choose from over 1500 shirt cottons from crisp poplins to beautiful brushed twills. All shirts are made using the finest Italian two fold cotton. Go to their shop on Savile Row, select your style before your measurements are taken and a unique hand cut pattern is made. The whole process will take 8-10 weeks to complete. 1 x bespoke shirt cloth band A (two fold 100’s) £250 Set of 3 bespoke shirts, cloth band C (two fold 120’s and 140’s) £720

Manrico Cashmere – Crew Neck Sweater 100% soft cashmere crew neck sweater from luxury cashmere brand Manrico. Available in: Grey, Royal Blue, Navy and Black. Sizes: S, M, L & XL. £295 Manrico Cashmere – V-Neck Sweater 70% cashmere, 30% silk v-neck sweater. Perfect as an extra layer under your suit jacket on a cold day. Available in: Royal Blue, Navy, Black and Grey. Sizes: S, M, L & XL. £295

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– For Him: Getting Shirty –

Missoni Home, see online.

GL Tip See online at gift-library.com for sizing Octopussy Slippers High quality slippers made from soft French navy velvet, luxury leather and grosgrain ribbon. Perfect with a smoking jacket or black tie. £250

Crest Slippers An exquisite pair of slippers exclusively loomed for Gift Library. Handmade from the highest quality materials, their soft needlepoint fabric and luxurious calf leather will make them a pleasure to wear. £250

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– For Him: Scents & Sensibility –

SCENTS

& Sensibility

Scents of citrus, leather, tobacco and fresh cologne all uniquely masculine. Make a man feel - and smell like a million dollars.

Cire Trudon – Ernesto Scented Candle Created by the oldest candle maker in the world, it features fierce overtones of leather and tobacco, along with rum and grapefruit. Burn time: up to 70 hours. £60

Acqua di Parma – Colonia Small Hat Box The ideal gift for those who take delight in exclusive items. Hat Box contains: Colonia 100ml, Bath and Shower Gel 150ml, Body Cream 150ml and Perfumed Deodorant 150ml. £125

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Acqua di Parma – Colonia Bottle A refreshing and elegant unisex fragrance, skilfully blended to achieve a perfect balance of Sicilian citrus fruits. 100ml: £74 180ml: £100 500ml: £215

– For Him: Scents & Sensibility –

Leather Wash Kit This functional and durable wash bag features a zip closure, handy zipped side compartment and a loop for hanging. Dimensions: H: 15cm, W: 26cm, D: 13cm. £135

Penhaligon’s – Juniper Sling Inspired by the most iconic of spirits, London Dry Gin, and created by Master Perfumer Olivier Cresp, it contains notes of angelica, brandy and cardamom. Size: 100ml. £110

Penhaligon’s – Maduro Leaf Candle Packed with essential oils, this triple wick candle will fill your house with a scent reminiscent of a smoking room in an elegant gentlemen’s club. Burn time: up to 110 hours. £95

GL Tip Created in 1916, Colonia was Acqua di Parma’s first fragrance.

Penhaligon’s – Blenheim Bath Oil and Box of Soaps Blenheim is a classic English scent, now over 100 years old; fresh, gently spiced and very elegant, containing notes of lemon, lime and black pepper. The bath oils and soaps are made with the highest quality ingredients to moisturise and nourish the skin. Bath Oil 200ml: £39 Box of Soaps: £23

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– For Him: Write Impressions –

WRITE Impressions Mount Street Printers – Correspondence Cards Pack of 10 correspondence cards. 400gsm card with lined envelopes. Designs: Skull, Bicycle, Panther or Fountain Pen £15

We love this cult pen created in 1964. Experts consider them to be of exceedingly high quality. A design classic and must-have. A simple push button retracts the nib preventing it from drying out or leaking.

Noble Macmillan – Visitors Book Traditional visitors book with gold gilt edges, bound by hand in British hide with gold tooling. Available in: Blue, Green and Burgundy. £105

Pilot – Capless Fountain Pen Capless fountain pen with retractable nib. Includes a pack of 6 black ink cartridges. Available in: Pearl White, Silver with Rhodium Trim and Black with Gold Trim. £170

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– For Him: Write Impressions –

Crocodile Jotters An indulgently luxurious jotter for the man who has everything. Comes with a 50-sheet refill. Additional refills available online. Dimensions: H: 14cm, W: 9cm. Available in: Green, Black, Chocolate, and Red. £230

“All you need to do is sit back, relax and let Gift-Library.com do the work for you.” Hot Brands Cool Places.com

USB Men 2GB This 2GB USB Man is a fun twist on the standard USB stick. Save your photos, videos, or documents and always have them to hand. Available in: Pewter and Gold. Dimensions: H: 8.5cm, W: 4.5cm. £55

Rocket Scandinavian design at its finest, these sleek wooden masterpieces will be treasured forever. Available in: White & Black and Black & Red. £45

Airliner This timeless and innovative wooden flying machine captures the imagination of old and young alike. £55

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GL Tip These Scandinavian toys may have been designed with children in mind but we think their natural home is a bachelor pad.

– For Him: Technicolour Style –

Gift Library Loves

Technicolour Style Brighten up a dull day with a blast of creative colour.

Archie Grand – The Classic Notebook The notorious Scandinavian producer of witty and original designs. See online for our full selection. 120 blank pages Dimensions: H: 16.5cm, W: 11.5cm. £10

Leather Notebook Handmade in Italy, bound in beautifully soft leather and with the highest quality paper. Available in: Orange, Black and Brown. Dimensions: H: 21cm, W: 13cm. £30

Leather Pencil Holder Italian leather roll that fits 18 pencils. Bruynzeel Sakura pencils are included. Dimensions: H: 12cm, W: 22cm. £69

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– For Him: Technicolour Style –

Caran D’Ache – Prismalo Colour Pencils Metal box of thin water-soluble colour pencils, with 2.95mm leads. Box of 12 or 40 assorted colours (also available in Supracolour). Prismalo 12: £20 Prismalo 40: £65 Caran D’Ache – Graphite Line Satin Gift Box A box of high quality sketching materials making this a perfect gift for any illustrator, artist, architect or designer. £175

“I love Archie Grand Notebooks. There genuinely is one to suit every person you know. My favourite is ‘Faux Pas I Made and Liked’”

GL Tip Caran d’Ache was the pseudonym of 19th century French satirist and political cartoonist Emmanuel Poiré

Caran D’Ache – Supracolor Soft 80 Artists Pencils Handmade wooden box of 80 superior quality, water soluble colour pencils by Caran D’Ache. Open the box to unveil a world of colours, suitable for even the most demanding of artists. £195

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– For Him: Luxe Unlimited –

LUXE

Unlimited When only the sky is the limit, order from our exclusive, unashamedly expensive ‘luxe unlimited’ selection.

William Yeoward – Cocktail Shaker Large enough for several generous cocktails, this shaker is made from hand cut glass with a silver filter and pourer. Dimensions: H: 32cm. £550

Artel Martini Glasses, p68.

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– For Him: Luxe Unlimited –

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Black Table Lighter This stylish black cut-glass lighter is a luxurious accessory for your home. Dimensions: W: 6cm, D: 5.5cm, H: 8cm. £165

Handcrafted in Paris, each box is carved from a single piece of wood.

Riva Aquarama Special The Riva Aquarama is still the symbol of luxury in nautical world. Kiade’s models are handcrafted by a team of master craftsmen who specialize in fine carpentry and a trained jeweller who designs and fits the deck parts. This Riva model comes with an exclusive numbered Riva certificate. Materials: Mahogany, Chromed Brass and Marine Upholstery. Dimensions: L: 82cm. £1,000

GL Tip Elie Bleu’s humidors can be made to order in any colour and size. Please email personalshopper@ gift-library.com

Limited Edition Che Star Humidor In 2004 Elie Bleu sought a licence to reproduce Alberto Korda’s famous portrait of Che Guevara on a range of limited edition humidors. Made from dyed sycamore that has been cured for a decade to ensure no cracks or warping – this humidor is a numbered limited edition. Stores up to 75 cigars. Dimensions: W: 25cm, D: 25cm, H: 13cm. £1,650

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Macassar Ebony Weekly Box of Cufflinks Handmade from beautifully grained wood, this limited edition presentation box opens up to reveal two sets of cufflinks with seven sets of interchangeable inserts made from semi precious gemstones. One for every day of the week. Dimensions: W: 13.5cm, D: 13.5cm, H: 5.75cm. £1,500

– For Him: Time Keeping –

TIME

Keeping

Watch Collectors Box Created from the finest leather and lined with suede, this watch collectors box is synonymous with quality. Dimensions: W: 34.5cm, D: 25.5, H: 7.5cm. £790

GL Tip These watch winders are made to order in any colour, finish or size.

Macassar Ebony Watch Winder Equipped with high-precision motors and electronic components to ensure your automatic watches stay fully wound and charged when not on your wrist. Made to order to your specifications. Email or call one of our personal shoppers: personalshopping@gift-library.com or call us on +44 (0)20 3080 0530. Bespoke prices start at £3,000 Rolex Daytona Watch Bamford Watch Department have customised this Rolex Daytona to include an enhanced military grade PVD finish (which acts as both an anti-reflective and anti-corrosive finish) and include a two year warranty. Please note this is a special order item and customisation takes up to 6 weeks. From £15,000

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– For Him: Time Keeping –

GL Tip

Our tip for the girls, buy for him, wear yourself...

A. Nixon Sentry Watch with Leather Strap – A classic timepiece with a full leather strap and stainless steel buckle. 3-hand Japanese quartz movement with the day and date displayed on the face. Water resistant to 100m. Diameter: 42mm £120 B. Nixon Sentry Watch with Stainless Steel Strap – A contemporary watch featuring a black and yellow face with luminous dial and custom stainless steel band with double locking clasp. Water resistant to 100m. Diameter: 42mm £165 C. Triwa - Carbon Chrono Watch – An edgy unisex timepiece with a black face and silver chronograph dials. PC plastic case with steel case back. Diameter: 44mm £135 D. Triwa – Turtle Nevil Watch – A brown sunray face with yellow chronograph sub-dials and gold detailing. Set within a turtle acetate case with steel case back and turtle print acetate strap. Diameter: 40mm £185 E. Offshore Limited - Commando in Steel Watch – The leading sports chronograph in the Offshore range, this watch has a stainless steel case, crown and buttons, and a silicon strap. Water resistant to 10 bar. Two year warranty. Diameter: 48mm £395

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– Games & Gadgets: Gifts –

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You don’t have to be a boy to like boys’ toys or a techie to like things that are fun, work brilliantly and look good. We have chosen the best gadgets, games and toys we could find to keep everyone happy, whether early-adopters or traditionalists of either sex. And remember, we are happy to personalise your gift wherever possible.

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– Games & Gadgets: Gifts –

“Gift Library has an originality and style that sets it apart.” Country & Townhouse July 2011 Geoffrey Parker Games – Leather Perudo Set, p56 Artel Viden Whiskey Tumbler, see online

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– Games & Gadgets: Playing Around –

GL Tip These cups can be ordered in any colour and corporate logos or initials can be embossed on the bases

PLAYING

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Pucket Board Game Players race each other to clear the pucks from their side of the board by catapulting them through a small hole leading to the other side (the “gate”). Any pucks that arrive on your side must be sent back before you win. Handcrafted from sheesham and mango wood, the Pucket set comes with wooden pegs to adjust the tension on the elastic for your preferred catapulting speed and a cotton storage bag for all the pieces. Dimensions: L60cm, W40.5cm. £40

Geoffrey Parker Games – Leather Perudo Set Six cups bound in calf leather and beautifully lined in suede. This set comes with 30 dice and a suede drawstring storage bag. Available to order in: Navy, Pink, Black, Red, Cream and Green. Please note: as this product is handmade, delivery can take 4-6 weeks. £690

GL Tip A game that’s set to become a craze. Almost too much fun for words, Pucket is great for all ages

Perigon Perigon is a sophisticated new strategy game for two players. Fast moving and intellectually demanding, it’s perfect for all strategy fans who love a new challenge. £40

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– Games & Gadgets: Playing Around –

Elie Bleu – Domino Poker Set Beautifully handcrafted in sycamore and featuring mother of pearl, this luxury set features everything you need for an intense poker game and comes with high-quality cards, chunky chips and scorecards. Dimensions: L: 48cm, W: 24.5cm, H: 10 cm. £3,500

Specialising in wood work since 1976, Elie Bleu have become known as one of the most prestigious luxury French companies.

Alexandra Llewellyn – Backgammon Board Visually stunning, handcrafted backgammon boards with playing pieces that are weighted and veneered. Designed in wood to replicate the sound and feel of the original Middle Eastern game. Dimensions: L: 59cm, W: 38cm, H: 9cm (when closed). Available in: Palm, Pheasant and Nudes – all featuring 15 layers of hand applied lacquer. £2,100

Alexandra trained as an artist and through her art has reinvented the oldest board game in the world.

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– Games & Gadgets: Flying Gifts of Fury –

FLYING

Gifts of Fury

Parrot A.R. Drone 2.0 The world-renowned hightech quadricopter - easily controlled by Wi-Fi using a smartphone or tablet. It features a high definition camera with a video recording facility, plus flight data sharing, a patented piloting mode, and an innovative pressure sensor for increased stability at any altitude. It even performs mid-air flips! Controlled entirely from your smartphone or tablet. Already compatible with iPhones, iPads and iPod Touches; Android users can download a free App that lets you stream live video from the AR Drone 2.0’s built-in cameras straight to your screen, while you fly. When you want to take off, just press the handily titled “Take Off” button. The AR Drone will rise into the air of its own accord and stop at a predetermined height. From that point you’re the pilot. £299

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– Games & Gadgets: Flying Gifts of Fury –

GL Tip Whether you want to project stars on to your ceiling or movies onto your wall, Gift Library has it covered

Bluetooth Ferrari Enzo Superb build quality and performance, this iConnect Ferrari has attributes such as fully functional suspension and realistic sound effects. Officially approved and licensed by both Apple & Ferrari, this car has to be seen to be believed, with working headlamps, tail and brake lights, indicators, and hazard warning lights. Size: 1:16th scale Please note this product requires an iPhone or similar iOS device for operation. £79

Sky Wizard Helicopter Offering the latest technology, the helicopter may be flown with either a compatible smartphone, or its conventional infrared remote control transmitter. A single main rotor and fly bar arrangement enhances the Sky Wizard’s slim appearance, whilst a sophisticated electronic heading lock gyro system achieves outstanding directional stability. Available in: Blue and Black. £50

Star Theatre Planetarium Star Theatre Planetarium uses the same lens as a commercial planetarium to show real constellations. Just turn the lights off, switch the Star Theatre on and watch in amazement as the ceiling and walls come to life with hundreds of stars. £120

A100 iPhone Projector With a 60” viewing area this projector is the ultimate way to view photos, browse the net, read documents, play games or watch videos. Boosting the sound so the whole room can hear, it projects whatever is on your iPhone 4 or 4s’s screen for up to 3 hours between charges. It even extends your battery life. £199

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– Games & Gadgets: Gadget Heaven –

GADGET HEAVEN GL Tip

These are so much fun it makes sense to buy two: one each. Game on.

Bladefish Seajet BF7000 The Bladefish Seajet BF7000 has rapidly become the most popular model in the range. With its camera mount and extra turbo power, it allows the user to swim rapidly and keep up with shoals of fish and other marine life. These dive scooters are very light and compact yet have extraordinary power and run time. With sealed rechargeable Lithium Ion batteries your BladeFish dive propulsion vehicle is quick to charge. £750

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– Games & Gadgets: Gadget Heaven –

Lomography – Diana Mini & Flash White Minimalistic, easy to use, the Diana Mini & Flash White is super versatile and simply stylish. This tiny camera offers limitless photo possibilities. Uses 35mm film. £99

Lomography – Diana Mini & Flash Petite Noire The Diana Mini Noire emits a classic, mysterious vibe with its sleek look. It also allows you to shoot in two formats, half-frames and squares. Uses 35mm film. £99

GL Tip Visit gift-library.com to stock up on colour and black & white 35mm film

61 Lomography - La Sardina Metal Edition Czar This Metal edition will catch everyone’s attention with its shimmering brass coat and elegant blue details, as well as featuring an 89° field of view wide-angle lens. Uses 35mm film. £149

Take your pictures up a notch and play the pap at your next party with these retro cameras.

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– Games & Gadgets: Headphones & Speakers –

Gift Library Loves

Molami Headphones Rolling Stone magazine says, ‘The ideal collision of luxury and utility that stylish female audiophiles have been searching for…’ We say, knotted silk and satin headbands, that’s much more like it. DJ fashion icons Lana del Rey and Alexa Chung quite agree.

Molami – Bight Bight rests securely in your ears while its small size lets you enjoy music comfortably. The knotted ear buds are slinky, modern and easy to stow on the run. Stingray (shagreen) Black and Silver Headphones £165 Napa Black and Gold £125

Molami – Twine Silk Headphones Twine is a soft headpiece made of silk-satin and chiffon blends that comfortably wraps around your head. The two speakers located inside the headpiece are attached to adjustable clips that move up and down the fabric headpiece for a customized and comfortable fit. Twine’s open sound design produces an articulate and clear listening experience. £165

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– Games & Gadgets: Headphones & Speakers –

Caroline’s Personal Favourite

GL Tip Exclusively available through Gift Library, these trend setting speakers are a must have party accessory for the Tatler set

Urbanears – Zinken Headphones Developed with the professional DJ in mind and full of features you never knew you needed. Designed for maximum comfort, with swivel ear caps and an adjustable headband. Available in: Tomato, Black, Grey, Indigo and Forest. £120

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Tweety Rechargeable Speaker Possibly the world’s smallest speaker, it will surprise you with its full and rich sound. Compatible with any audio device with a 3.5mm headphone jack. Built in rechargeable battery. Dimensions: Dia: 5cm H:2.6cm. Available in: Black, Red, Gold, Pink, Silver and Blue. £49

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Urbanears – Plattan Headphones The perfect classic headphone with a full, rich sound. Folds down to the size of your fist. The Zoundplug allows friends to plug in and enjoy your music too. Available in: Forest, Grey, Black, Indigo, and Tomato. £50

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– Games & Gadgets: Speakers Corner –

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R1 Deluxe Tabletop Radio With the introduction of Ruark’s second generation R1 in 2010, the essence of their original design remained but with numerous refinements. These include exceptional sound quality, the facility to adjust tone, a loudness option, a high contrast easy-to-read display and a comprehensive alarm system. Walnut Veneer £159 High Gloss Lacquer £179

You have to see – or hear – a Jambox to believe it. Amazing sound and once it’s wirelessly connected to your mp3 player, you can wander around to your heart’s content.

Jambox – Wireless Speaker Jambox delivers stunning hi-fi audio in a portable wireless speaker so compact you won’t believe it when you hear it – it’s loud. Carry it from room to room or just throw it in your bag - it’s always ready to go. No cords, docks or hassles. You can stream music, podcasts and sporting events whilst using your phone to do other things like email, post to Facebook or browse the web. Available in: Red and Black. £160

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– Games & Gadgets: Speakers Corner –

GL Tip Gift Library loves that the rotating dial on the R4i doubles as a removable remote control

R4i Integrated Music System Comprising a multi format CD player, iPod dock, USB playback port, DAB/DAB+/FM tuner and auxiliary inputs allied to a powerful amplifier/speaker system, the R4i is in many ways a traditional music centre, though one designed and engineered for the 21st Century. Walnut Veneer £549 High Gloss Lacquer £599

R2i Tabletop Stereo With a DAB/DAB+/FM tuner, universal iPod dock and auxiliary inputs, R2i is a complete music solution and perfect for customers seeking high quality sound in small to medium sized settings. Walnut Veneer £279 High Gloss Lacquer £299

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– For Home: Gifts –

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Everyone loves to be given something really beautiful and useful. A well-chosen, much loved gift is also a gentle memento of the giver. We have sourced an uniquely desirable collection of objets d’art and luxurious gifts for the home from some of the most sought after designers. Let Gift Library help you find the perfect wedding present or simply treat yourself to a beautiful addition to your own home.

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– For Home: Gifts –

Glass Match Strike Made from hand blown English crystal and sterling silver. £350

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– For Home: Clearly Superior Glasses –

Gift Library Loves

Clearly Superior Glasses Beautifully simple and pure in shape, these Artel pieces are crafted by traditional artisans from lead-free Czech crystal. Well cared for, they will last for generations and never date, suggesting the ideal housewarming or wedding gift.

Weave Decanter Decant your favourite tipple in style with this weave pattern decanter from Artel. Dimensions: H: 26cm. Capacity: 750ml. £395

Staro Champagne Flute & Martini Glass These beautiful glasses from Artel are engraved with a delicate star pattern. The Martini glass also features laurel along the base. Champagne Flute Dimensions: H: 25cm. Capacity: 200ml Pair £195 Martini Glass Dimensions: H: 18cm. Capacity: 200ml Pair £175

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Mod Tumblers Tumblers from Artel engraved with a 1960s Mod inspired design. Dimensions: H: 12.5cm. Capacity: 300ml. Pair £195

– For Home: Clearly Superior Glasses –

William Yeoward’s strong clear shapes in hand-cut and engraved crystal have been made to the same exacting standards for the past 150 years. Such timeless style makes them the perfect wedding present.

William Yeoward – Anita Candlesticks Beautiful candlesticks made from the finest crystal with classical features. Sold in pairs. 11” £345 13” £395

William Yeoward – Inez Vase A stunning centrepiece with hand-cut curved sides. 9” £365 12” £665

William Yeoward – Wine Cooler Practical and stylish this handmade wine cooler has a 5.5 litre capacity. £105

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William Yeoward – Magnum Decanter A beautifully proportioned handmade Magnum decanter. A wonderful gift for any occasion. Size: 1.5l. £220

– For Home: Wine Enhancing –

WINE

Enhancing

“Riedel’s wine glasses are a class apart. I’m a huge fan of the Chardonnay tumblers. Quirky, different and they really do seem to make the wine taste better.”

Riedel – Decanter A beautifully elegant, traditional style decanter. The wide belly offers a large, shallow surface for maximum aeration of your wine while the extra-wide mouth acts as a funnel to prevent spills as you pour the wine into the decanter. Dimensions: H: 22.5cm Capacity: 1.23L. £195

Vinum Cabernet Sauvignon Round waisted to allow the wine to be aerated and the flavour released. Dimensions: H: 22.5cm. Capacity: 61cl. Pair £40

Vinum XL Chardonnay Viognier Accelerates the development of young wines while stimulating mature wines. Dimensions: H: 22.5cm. Capacity: 36cl. Pair £50

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The “O” Stemless Chardonnay The original varietal specific stemless wine tumbler. Dimensions: H: 9.4cm. Capacity: 58cl. Pair £25

– For Home: Wine Enhancing –

White Wine or Red Wine Vinturi Perfectly aerate wine immediately by simply pouring the wine from the bottle, through the Vinturi and into your glass. £40

GL Tip Baltaz can rest on a table, staying upright without a stand

Peugeot – Epivac Duo Keep open bottles of wine fresh for several days by extracting the air from the bottle. In addition it re-pressurises your champagne ensuring it’s still bubbly after several days. £25

Peugeot – Baltaz Lever Corkscrew A stunning contemporary design allowing you to uncork a bottle effortlessly in seconds with a lever action. It has an all-metal structure for optimum strength with a specially treated worm to make the corkscrew stronger and easier to use. £85

Peugeot – Melchior Corkscrew This corkscrew, with built-in foil cutter and bottle opener, smoothly opens wine and other bottles. Folds for convenient storage in an apron, pocket, or drawer. £55 Noble Macmillan – Cellar Notebook Handbound in full-grain Italian calfskin leather, this book provides plenty of space to record favourite vintages. Personalised embossing available on cover. Light grey paper, with a high linen content and 160gsm weight. Pages: 224 sides (112 leaves). Dimensions: H: 22cm, W: 28cm. Available in: Butterscotch and Damson. £105

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Peugeot – Frio Wine Jacket Fitted with four gel packs this neoprene wine jacket can be placed directly in the freezer. Convenient zipper for easy use and folds flat. Will maintain temperature for up to an hour. £25

– For Home: Tint of Glass –

TINT

of Glass

“Every day seems rosier with Nina Campbell’s jewel coloured glassware. Turn your table into a kaleidoscope of colour.”

Nina Campbell – Jewel Handle Jug Material: Glass. Dimensions: H: 55cm, Dia: 19 cm. £75 Nina Campbell – Jewel Tumblers Material: Glass. Dimensions: H: 15cm, Dia: 8cm. From £15 Nina Campbell – Jewel Champagne Flute Material: Glass. Dimensions: H: 18.75cm, Dia: 5.5cm. From £20 Set of 6: £135 Nina Campbell – Jewel Wine Glass Material: Glass. Dimensions: H: 15.2cm, Dia: 9cm. From £20 Set of 6: £145 All available in: Clear (Champagne flute shown), Topaz (shown), Peridot, Amethyst, Pink Sapphire and Aquamarine

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– For Home: Tint of Glass –

William Yeoward – Wisteria Carafe Perfect for your bedside table. Keep the dust out of your water in style. Handmade with sheared edges. £75

Nina Campbell – Dragonfly Guest Towels Add a touch of elegance to your bathroom with these embroidered silver dragonfly hand towels. Materials: Cotton. Dimensions: L: 40, W: 60cm. Set of two £25

Nina Campbell – Jewel Vase Dimensions: H: 18.5cm. from £38

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– For Home: Image Library –

IMAGE

Library

74 Cornici – Stripe and Track Photo Frame Wooden marquetry photo frames made in Italy, backed in velvet. Stripe: 6” x 8” £39 Stripe: 8” x 10” £49

Track: 6” x 8” £49 Track: 8” x 10” £59

GL Tip Visit gift-library.com for our full range of photo frames and albums

Anna Bilton – Embossed Photo Frame Add a modern twist to your interior design with contemporary pieces such as Anna Bilton’s mock snakeskin or shagreen embossed photo frame. Material: 100% Italian leather. 6” x 4” £72 5” x 7” £85

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Christofle – Silver Photo Frame Timeless silver-plated picture frames from Parisian designer Christofle. Perles 5” x 7” £215 Perles 7” x 9” £255 Fidelio 5” x 7” £185 Fidelio 7” x 9” £235

– For Home: Image Library –

London. Portrait of a City. Samuel Johnson famously said that: ‘When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life’. This book is a photographic journey through the history of this epic city, with a wealth of images, quotations and cultural references. Hardcover. Dimensions: H: 33.5cm, W: 24cm. £45

Stars and Cars of the ’50s Riviera photographer Edward Quinn captured stars and idols from the worlds of film, music, and the arts. Picasso and his Hispano-Suiza, Brigitte Bardot in her Lancia, and many more are featured with their motor toys. Hardcover. Dimensions: H: 34cm, W: 28cm. £65

Peter Beard 2 Vols. Massive, two volume collection from photographer, collector, diarist and writer Peter Beard. Peter befriended Isak Dinesen (Karen Blixen) buying a piece of land near hers in Kenya. There he documented his love affair with natural history and wildlife in diaries, photographs and collages. Dimensions: H: 31cm, W: 21cm. £70

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Helmut Newton Polaroids A rare chance to see the test polaroids from a selection of legendary fashion photographer Helmut Newton’s greatest shoots over a period of decades. This collection captures the magic of his work. Hardcover. Dimensions: H: 28cm, W: 22cm. £35

– For Home: Waxing Lyrically –

WAXING

Lyrically

DL&Co – Forbidden Fruit Apple or Pear Candle Sets Featuring a set of four diminutive golden brass and enamelled candles filled with either a crisp thorn apple fragrance or lush pear scent. Burn time: 2 hours. £69

Penhaligon’s – Brighton Tin of Matches Inspired by John Nash’s Royal Pavilion in Brighton, each tin contains approximately 290 safety matches. Length of match: 28cm. £30

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Cube Table Lighter Acrylic and chrome metal retro table lighter with a refillable gas insert. Dimensions: W: 70mm, L: 70mm, H: 70mm. Available in: Clear, Olive and Orange. £25

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Cire Trudon – Cire Trudon – Spiritus Sancti Candle Trianon Candle Created by the oldest candle maker in Mixing classic spring bloom the world, it represents the holy perfume hyacinth with white flowers of altar candles - notes of Incense, and roses, the Trianon scented Labdanum and Benzoin mixed with candle is the epitome of elegance Lily of the Valley and Aldehyde. and femininity. Burn time: up to 70 hours. Burn Time: up to 70 hours. £60 £60

Penhaligon’s – Limited Edition Neroli Candle Gift Set This beautiful illustrated box is inspired by the glittering traditions of the London theatre scene. Containing a limited edition candle and illustrated box of matches, this candle will fill the air with the festive scent of neroli, rosewood, orange blossom, jasmine, bergamot, balms and cedarwood. Burn Time: up to 40 hours. £42

Temperley London – Royal Candle (on right) Amber & Patouchli Candle (on left) Signature candles from Temperley London, hand poured in England and beautifully scented. Burn time: 40 hours. £30

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– For Home: Chef ’s Treats –

CHEF’S

Treats Christmas Gingerbreads Beautiful handmade and decorated Christmas Gingerbreads, made to an original recipe, each one uniquely and intricately hand decorated. Size: 100g. £10

Charbonnel et Walker – Rose and Violet Creams Charbonnel’s most renowned chocolates, the essential fragrant oil from rose petals blended into their special fondant centres, enrobed in the finest dark chocolate and hand finished with crystallised rose and violet petals. 165g £18 340g £35

Christmas Snowball Milk chocolate snowball sprayed with cocoa butter and filled with stem ginger dipped in dark chocolate. Size: 150g. £20

Handmade Marc de Champagne Truffles Size: 120g. £15

Christmas Orange Decorated Christmas orange filled with candied orange segments dipped in fine dark chocolate. Size: 150g. £20

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Victoriana Raspberry Milk chocolate bauble filled with freeze-dried raspberries dipped in dark chocolate and dusted with cocoa powder. Size: 150g. £20

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Fissler – Chef’s Knife Set on Magnetic Block This professional Chef’s Knife Set includes a Chef’s Knife, a Carving Knife, and a Larding Knife. The Magnetic Knife Block, made of beechwood with a stainless steel base, has space for four to eight knives. Dimensions: H 23cm, W 15cm, L 15cm. Materials: Stainless steel and Beechwood. £365

Le Palais des Thés – Tea Canister The freshest and most exceptional teas from China, India, Japan, Sri Lanka and Paris. Size: 125g. £15

GL Tip Works as an odour remover if you rub your hands on it under a running tap

Charbonnel et Walker – Dark Enrobed Stem Ginger Charbonnel's Dark Enrobed Stem Ginger is the perfect after dinner chocolate. Size: 235g. £18

Garlic Crusher Stainless steel design, by Ineke Hans. Straightforward and effective, this versatile crusher can be used on garlic, ginger, nuts and fresh herbs and spices. £20

Nutcracker This award winning design is widely regarded as the best and most powerful nutcracker on the market. Features a double lever action and a container to collect the shells. £30

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– For Home: Prince of Picnics –

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of Picnics

Founded in 2005, Yastik is the creation of fashion designer Rifat Ozbek and his partner Erdal Karaman

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Le Prince Jardinier – Wine Carrier This wine bottle carrier allows you to carry six bottles of wine. Stamped with a brass coat of arms, incorporating the de Broglie family crest. £120

Apple Paring Knife Horn and stainless steel knife perfectly curved to fit into your hand. Dimensions: L: 17cm, Blade Length: 7cm. £125

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Yastik by Rifat Ozbek – Suzani Ottoman Cushion The front features a hand embroidered Ottoman garden study and the reverse a hand woven Ikat pattern. Side zip. Handmade; no cushion is identical and differences are intended. Cushion pad: new duck feather with a hint of lavender Material: 100% Cotton Reverse: 50% silk and 50% cotton Dimensions: L: 60cm, W: 40cm. £175

Missoni Home – Husky Blanket Reminiscent of the original Missoni textiles, a timeless woven woollen throw in a vibrant plaid of sophisticated colours. Material: 100% wool. Dimensions: L: 130cm, W: 190cm. £225

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Horn Corkscrew Horn and stainless steel corkscrew handcrafted in Italy. Comes with a leather case. £75

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Daylesford Organic – Food and Gift Hampers Full to the brim with the best organic food from their farm, these hampers make for an individual and distinctive gift for a loved one, friend, client or work colleague. Have your hamper wrapped and delivered with a personal message.

Things We Love £200 Shortbread biscuit selection 330g Blackcurrant vodka 250ml Prosecco 75cl Chateau Leoube red 75cl Mulling spices in muslin bag Christmas pudding 900g Brandy sauce 200g White chocolate and berry bar 75g Caramelised nuts Rosemary and salt biscuits 120g Spelt and rye biscuits 120g Mulled wine jelly Fig and apple balsamic chutney 220g Farmhouse pickle 100g Harvest chutney 100g Heritage tomato jam 100g Christmas crackers x 6 Natural wicker basket

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Christmas Crate £175 Plum brandy 250ml Chateau Leoube red 75cl Organic mature cheddar 250g Organic blue cheese 200g Organic Penygoat cheese 160g Slate cheese board Farmhouse pickle 227g Rosemary and salt biscuits 120g Daylesford parmesan and chilli biscuits Picnic ham 1.5kg Wholegrain mustard 170g Christmas pudding 900g Brandy sauce 200g Chilled brandy butter Mince pies x 6 Chocolate dipped orange segments Lemon and ginger curd 227g Daylesford cool bag Daylesford wooden crate

– For Home: Gardens & Games –

GARDENS

& Games

Le Prince Jardinier – Large Garden Shears Stamped with a brass coat of arms, incorporating the de Broglie family crest. £49

GL Tip Visit gift-library.com for the full collection of Le Prince Jardinier garden products exclusively available online through Gift Library

Le Prince Jardinier – Rose Scissors These rose scissors crush the flower stem before cutting it to ensure the sap stays in the stem and the roses last longer. Materials: Nickel. Size: 15cm. £45

Le Prince Jardinier – Set of Three Tools Set contains a stainless steel hand trowel, hand fork and weeding fork. Dimensions: weeding fork = 25.5cm, trowel = 24.5cm, hand fork = 20.5cm. £89

Le Prince Jardinier – Watering Can Inspired by a 19th century model, this watering can also looks beautiful on a terrace or balcony. Stamped with a brass coat of arms, incorporating the de Broglie family crest. Materials: Stainless Steel Size: 4l. £95

Le Prince Jardinier – Elegant Secateurs Based on a vintage design, they can be used as traditional secateurs or for pruning. Dimensions: L: 35cm. £49

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– For Home: Gardens & Games –

Break the ice and bring out the competitive spirit in all ages with this traditional croquet set from Jaques.

Jaques – Great Exhibition Croquet Set John Jaques II’s new game ‘Croquet’ was presented at the 1851 Great Exhibition. This deluxe croquet set has all of Jaques’ finest competition components for the serious croquet lover. £1000

Jaques – Pro Badminton Set This Jaques’ County Garden badminton set has everything you need for playing Badminton in the garden with up to four players. £70

Jaques – Boules This polished alloy 8-Boule set comes in a zipped canvas carry case. These high quality boules are designed to withstand even the most aggressive and competitive play. £40

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Jaques – Richmond Croquet Set A full size croquet set with polished hardwood Richmond mallets, which fits perfectly into its tough, zipped carrying case. £200

– For Kids: Gifts –

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From newborn babies to toddlers, pre-teen sophisticates to tomboys, we’ve got them covered with a collection of presents they’ll love to open and things their parents will be very grateful for. If you are truly stuck for inspiration, call one of our personal shoppers.

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– For Kids: Gifts –

“Encourage good taste in your children.” LUX magazine August 2011

Jelly Cat – Bashful Donkey, see online. Anne-Claire Petit – Crochet Monkey, see online. Volga Linen – Diamond Stitch Pillowcase and Duvet cover, see online. Lily Stone – Super King Size Throw, see online.

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– For Kids: Bosom Buddies –

BOSOM buddies

A cuddly animal often becomes an old friend, so choose the best; an adorable, sturdy creature from world-famous bear people, Steiff.

GL Tip We love that you can throw your Steiff soft toys in the washing machine

Steiff – Kroko Crocodile Steiff Kroko Crocodile is made of the finest green woven fur. Machine washable. Size: 55cm. £62

Steiff – Poppel Rabbit Poppel Rabbit is made of cuddly grey tipped soft woven fur . Size: 15cm. £32

Steiff – Piff Mouse Made from luxuriously soft woven fur, this mouse is waiting for a cuddle. Size: 10cm. £18

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Steiff – Pug Lielou Pug is made of the finest white alpaca with a double jointed head. Size: 30cm. £155

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Steiff – Riding Bear This Bear is made of soft brown tipped woven fur. Beautifully crafted using quality solid beech rockers for durability. Can hold up to 150kgs (330lbs). £385

Little Wardrobe Suitcase Everything your mini fashionista will need to style her little soft-toy rabbit and soft-toy mouse. Age Range: 3+ years Dimensions: W: 19cm, H: 29cm, D: 12.5cm. £55

87 Steiff – Polar Bear Polar Bears made of cuddly soft white woven fur and machine washable. Available in three sizes: 45cm £70 60cm £115 90cm £175

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Steiff – Brown Bear These Bears are made of beautiful smooth, soft, high quality brown woven fur and machine washable. Available in three sizes: 45cm £70 60cm £115 90cm £175

– For Kids: Learner Riders –

LEARNER

Riders

Pink Pedal Car If you know a young Lady Penelope, this car is the perfect gift. With its retro curves and glorious pink body, this gift will set the miniature driving enthusiast on the path to many adventures. Materials: Metal, plastic. Age: 2+ Measurements: 1030 x 490 x 375mm. £275

Baghera Bianchi Racing Pedal Car Built to last with its metal body, rubber tyres and adjustable pedals, this car will have them racing to the finish line. Age: 2+ Dimensions: L: 110cm, W: 39cm, H: 55cm. £195

Playsam – Ride-On Saab Roadster Based on the very first Saab - Sixten Sason’s prototype 92001 - this sleek roadster with wooden steering wheel and seat is just like the original. Age: 12m+ Dimensions: L: 86cm, W: 37cm, H: 26cm. £350

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Bespoke Rocking Horses Made to your own design, from choosing your steed to monogramming the saddle cloth. Build time approximately 8-9 weeks. Dimensions: H: 48”, L: 57”, W: 18”. Prices including delivery start at £3,600

Tricycle A beautifully made wooden and metal retro tricycle which is hard wearing and safe with pedals at the front. Age: 3+ Dimensions: H: 50cm, L: 65cm. £65

GL Tip Call one of our personal shoppers on 0800 051 5886 to create your bespoke design

Wooden Ride On Plane Featuring a wooden propeller and canvas seat, this toy made from sturdy beech wood, comes fully assembled. Age: 12 months + Dimensions: L: 73cm, W: 60.5cm, H: 27cm. £150

Red Ride-On Car This beautiful car is just the right size for little children to play on and will make parents nostalgic for their childhood years. Age: 2+ Size: 70cm long. £95

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– For Kids: Toys Story –

TOY

Story

Seaplane This high quality wooden Sea Plane is a great size for little hands, perfect for budding pilots. Dimensions: L: 24cm, W: 26.5cm, H: 15cm. Available in: Black and Red. £39

Truck Garage A wooden beautifully made portable truck which folds out to reveal the garage and accessories inside. Dimensions: L: 34cm, W: 15cm, H: 11cm. £35

Grimm Fairy Tales A compilation of Brothers Grimm fairy tales complete with vintage illustrations. £25

Train Circuit Great for toddlers, this wooden train circuit provides endless fun and the track can be set up in a variety of ways. Age: 3+ Dimensions: L: 102cm, W: 46cm. £39

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Sewing and Knitting Case Featuring five types of wool, a tape measure, wooden knitting needles, seven types of thread, thimble, buttons, scissors, sewing needles and a crochet needle. Age: 3+ £49

Large Wooden Toolbox Featuring 14 real woodwork tools, the kit provides the opportunity for parents and children to work side by side to create pieces that will be cherished for years. Age: 6+ £39

Botanist’s Case An adorable suitcase including three specimen boxes, a natural wood flower press, notebook and pencil, a small pair of scissors and a magnifying glass. Age: 6+ £49

Gardener’s Case Beautifully presented wooden suitcase style box which features miniature gardening equipment including a watering can, seeds and trowel. Age: 3+ £49

Speedster Car Crafted from high quality wood so that it won’t smash or break. Available in: Black, Red and White. Age: 3+ Length: 30cm. £45

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– For Kids: New Arrivals –

NEW

Arrivals Crochet Giraffe Handmade from 100% organic cotton crochet, this collectible baby giraffe makes a chic first friend. Dimensions: L:18cm, H: 32cm. £39

Noble Macmillan – Jubilee Baby Book Handbound in embossed card with lizard print detail. Perfect for recording all those memorable moments. Available in: Blue and Pink £55

Baby Bashful Bunny Wonderfully soft; an instant favourite with any young child. Size: 13cm. £6.50

“It’s always a joy to buy a first gift for a new baby, and often they’re the things that will be kept forever.”

Anna Bilton Blanket and Rattle You’re never too young for cashmere. Celebrate a new arrival with cable knit cashmere from Anna Bilton and a sterling silver baby rattle. Blanket Size: W: 80cm, L: 100cm. £450

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Pull Along Toys Adorable brightly painted wooden pull along toys. Dimensions: L: 15cm. Zaza the Ostrich: £20 Pink Sacha: £30

– For Kids: New Arrivals –

Star of David Gold Medal Tiny gold jewels make the perfect christening present. Please see online for our full collection. This star represents the divine protection of King David. Please Note: Gold chain is not included. Dimensions: Diameter 1.4cm. Material: Yellow Gold. £279

Christofle – Silver Photo Frame From Parisian designer Christofle, a timeless sterling silver double photo frame. For two 10 x 15cm photos. £310

GL Tip See online at www.gift-library.com for our full range of Christening gifts.

Marie Chantal – Baby Come Home Set A Deluxe Layette Gift Set made from super soft pima cotton. Includes a gown, a footy, a ribbed cross front body suit, a wrap layette jacket, a set of booties, a hat, a muslin cloth and receiving blanket. Available in: Pink and Blue. Size: 3 months or 6 months. £195

Marie Chantal – Angel Wing Babygrow Marie Chantal’s signature babygrow with front press stud fastening and angel wings on the back. Presented in a keepsake box, it’s the perfect gift. £45

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– For Kids: Play Houses –

PLAY

Houses

Fairy Cottage Appliqued and embroidered with delicate fairies, bluebells, butterflies and hearts. Dimensions: L: 134cm, W: 110cm, H: 165cm. £235 Fairy Floor Quilt Designed to fit the base of the Fairy Cottage or for use as a great play mat. Dimensions: L: 134cm, W: 110cm. £60

Fairy Bean Bag Embroidered with delicate fairies and flowers. Removable machine washable outer cover. Dimensions: L: 62cm, W: 30cm. £45 See online for the rest of the Fairy range including duvet set, cushion cover, organiser and toy bag.

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– For Kids: Play Houses –

Transport yourself back to your childhood with these beautifully made playhouses. Their tie-back doors make them ideal for when a rapid tidy of the childrens’ rooms is needed!

Cowboy Wigwam and Floor Quilt Appliqued and embroidered with mountains, cacti and a horse drawn wagon, it is perfect for exploring the wilds of your back garden! Wigwam: W: 146cm, H: 170cm £220 Floor Quilt: Dia: 146cm £60

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– Gift Library Terms and Conditions –

Terms & Conditions

Please note: We advise placing orders for the Christmas period as early as possible to avoid any delays or disappointment.

For full terms and conditions please visit us at www.gift-library.com and click on ‘Frequently Asked Questions.’ Your statutory rights are not affected.

Our stockroom and offices are open Monday – Friday. Orders placed over weekends or UK bank holidays will be processed the next working day.

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Last Ordering Date for Pre-Christmas Delivery: Standard UK:

21st December

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14th December

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19th December

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14th December

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17th December

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