WHO ARE WE? THE MOTHER AND DAUGHTER DUO We're a mother and daughter team - Julie and Emily and together run Beautifully British. We started in the world of digital magazines in 2017 when we launched 'The Pattern Pages'. Julie has an extensive background in the publishing industry from craft to lifestyle magazines. Emily has a creative direction degree and a broad knowledge of the fashion and beauty industries.
OUR VALUES SUPPORTING THE HOME GROWN MAKERS Buying British may not be the first choice when it comes to consumer buying habits but we wan't to help make a difference and believe now is the time to start. Supporting smaller local companies and designer makers, many of them family-run businesses, can make a big difference to this evergrowing industry. We aim to spread the word that buying British is affordable, luxury and right on your doorstep.
A DEMAND FOR CHANGE A BRAND NEW MAGAZINE As editors and a small independent publisher, we've noticed a growing demand for British products. As consumers ourselves, it's not always easy to find out the product's provenance and who you can trust. Currently, there's no other magazine dedicating its pages to those who want to buy locally!
OUR LAUNCH ISSUE!…
We’re so excited to bring you the first issue of Beautifully British magazine. As editors (and consumers), we’ve seen a growing demand for British products. Brexit may be affecting our reputation abroad, but it certainly hasn’t dampened our own spirits for buying British! Let us tell you a bit about us – we’re a mother and daughter team and If you’re like us, and want to buy more locally but don’t have a clue where to start – then you’ll love reading Beautifully British! We’ve scoured the UK to bring you a curated look at the best the UK has to offer on our shores. As a nation, we’ve some amazingly talented designer-makers, forward-thinkers and producers who are creating beautiful products that provide solutions to the way we want to live. We’ll cover fashion, health and beauty, celebrate handmade, lifestyle, and food and drink – so there really is something for everyone! This issue is a taster issue of what’s to come, and if you’d like to come along on our bi-monthly journey, please sign up to our newsletter over at www.beautifullybritishmag.co.uk.
Hope you enjoy reading it as much as we enjoyed putting it together!
Julie and Em
Our cover features the new Winter Trees collection from Didi and Bud. www.didiandbud.co.uk
“Having worked in the creative industry for more than 17 years, I know there are some talented makers and designers out there, and I’m making it my mission to let you know about them! “ says Julie. “I can’t wait to dedicate our pages to spreading the word that British is beautiful! As a digital magazine if there’s something you like you can click straight through to the website to find out more. Read it on your desktop, tablet or mobile on the go,” explains Emily.
Julie and Emily Bonnar Beautifully British www.beautifullybritishmag.co.uk
The softest jeans ever
We love
Jeans are a staple tailored item in everyone’s wardrobe and we love this super soft British-made stretch moleskin jeans for men and women from Teddy Edward. These trousers are made from a new stretch fabric with a 98% cotton, 2% elastane blend for maximum comfort and luxury feel. They comes in black, white and navy and waist size 30-40 (men’s) and size 6-16 (women’s). The women’s jeans come in three styles – the Original Cissie, Irene slim fit and Chloe high waist jeans. Fancy your jeans personalised with a monogram? Teddy Edward offers the option to have your jean personalised with up to four characters, embroidered in red on your left hand pocket. Moleskin Jeans £99 | www.teddy-edward.com
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ON OUR RADAR
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Things we thought you might like to know….
EVENTS
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Things to do with friends and family this autumn
Food & Drink
WINTER WARMERS
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Feeling the chill? Warm up with one of these hot drinks
GIN ISN’T JUST FOR SUMMER
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Keep your spirits up this autumn with these must-have gins
CHICKEN, LEEK & BRIOCHE CRUMBLE
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A gut-friendly leek recipe that will enhance your health and wellbeing
Lifestyle BY CANDLELIGHT
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Unwind with beautifully scented candles as the nights draw in
SURVIVING AUTUMN
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Here are six ways for you to prepare yourself for it
PAMPERED POOCHES
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Everything you need to spoil man’s (or woman’s) best friend!
PINK AND GREY ALL THE WAY
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Beautiful trend items you’re going to want to have in your home 4
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Celebrate Handmade AS PRETTY AS A PICTURE!
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Meet Stephanie Giordano who proved you can have your cake and eat it too with her fashion-led baked goods
Health & Beauty THERE’S NO AGE ON BEAUTY
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The Rose Tree chats to us about her popular all organic skincare range
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GO PLASTIC-FREE
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Here are six simple swaps make your bathroom a much greener place!
FACIAL FUZZ!
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Beards are still mainstream – here are some products to keep him well groomed!
SCRUBS AND POLISHES
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Exfoliate your way to baby soft skin
Fashion
IF THE SHOES FITS
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Add the finishing touch to your wardrobe with a new pair of shoes that are made to last!
THE COSY QUARTER
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It’s that time of year when we spend more time in our pyjamas so here’s how to do it in style!
SAY YES TO THE BRITISH DRESS
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Things we thought you might like to know… MADE TO MEASURE CLOTHING Distinctively Me from Jill White offers an affordable range of capsule pieces that would work in every woman's wardrobe. Jill works with John, a fabulous London-based tailor and together they work to make affordable pieces in quality fabrics, designed just for women. Made-to-measure is not only great for the planet, it’s great for our ‘fashion wellness’ too. We all know how high street sizing can be way off the mark. What we love about Distinctively Me is that each piece is designed by a women for women, and every piece is labelled 'Size Me'. To find out more visit www.distinctivelyme.com
SUSTAIN AND RE-PURPOSE A CLEANING PHENOMENON Sophie Hinchliffe has an impressive 2.8 million followers on her cleaning @mrshinchhome instagram account, and has become the biggest 'cleaning influencer' in the UK. She has taken the nation by storm with her infectiously addictive charm, clever tidying tips and passionate belief in cleaning. Now she has a book out called Hinch Yourself Happy: All The Best Cleaning Tips To Shine Your Sink And Soothe Your Soul. This book will help you transform your home and make household chores easier and fun! Mrs Hinch invites you into her home to discover how a spot of cleaning is the perfect way to cleanse the soul. Inside, you'll find out how cleaning can soothe anxiety and stress. Whether you're a daily duster or looking for a monthly makeover, this book shows you how to create not only a cleaner house, but a calmer you. Published by Michael Joseph, you can buy your hardback copy for £6 from www.amazon.co.uk
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Elvis & Kresse fight landfill waste by finding exciting ways to repurpose discarded materials. Unlike most designers who start with a concept, this company works in reverse to create luxury lifestyle accessories. They start with a waste problem, and then develop products best suited for that material. UK fire hoses were the first waste material they transformed but they now also work with leftover leather scraps in partnership with the Burberry Foundation, coffee sacks and old parachute silks. So far, they've diverted more than 165 tonnes of waste from landfills, and entirely eliminating fire hose waste in the UK. What’s also fab news is that Elvis & Kress donates 50% of its profits back to charities. To view Elvis & Kresse products, visit www.elvisandkresse.com
LIFESTYLE
By candlelight Unwind with beautifully scented candles as the nights draw in
WAKE UP AND SMELL THE CANDLE A life long love affair with the power of fragrance has caused Victoria Cator to create her sensual and personal collection of candles. “I’ve always had a passion for scent,” she says. Most enduring for Victoria was the mix of exotic aromas that greeted her as she walked through the door that told her she was home. Her signature scent candles are one-of-a-kinds and smell like no other. The L’Orangerie candle has top notes of cedrat, neroli and jasmine with hints of clementine leaf and lemon oil. L’Orangerie, £55 | www.victoriacator.com
HAND-CRAFTED Gatcombe candles come in stylish rose-gold and silver tins and beautiful gloss white luxury jars. Made from 100% soy wax, they’re slower burning with up to 30 hours burn time for a large tin. The stylish tin candle collections offer long-lasting fragrances for the ambient home. Fragrances available include Black Amber & Lavender, Pear & Freesia and La Belle. Rose Gold and Classic Collection candles from £6 | www.gatcombecandleco.co.uk
UNWIND AFTER DARK
SMALL BATCHES Made with love in the Outer Hebrides, Sandwick Bay candles are made in small batches using 100% natural soy wax, premium fragrances and pure cotton wicks. Soy wax is the better choice for you and the environment because it’s natural and biodegradable unlike paraffin alternatives. Choose from travel tin, glass jar, tea lights, wax melts or a lovely three-wick candle.
Award-winning beauty sleep brand, Kiss the Moon has created a range of 100% natural aromatherapy candles to help with your nightly wind down routine. Beautifully scented with pure essential oils in signature blends, each taps in to the power of nature’s most soothing aromas to help relax the mind and soul in preparation for a good night’s sleep. Choose from ‘Love’ with rose & frankincense to rejuvenate; ‘Glow’ with orange & geranium to restore; ‘Dream’ with lavender & bergamot to soothe and ‘Peace’ with vanilla & rosewood to comfort the soul. Aromatherapy Soy Candles, £38 | www.kissthemoon.com 240g (50+hrs burn time)
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autumn Here are six ways for you to prepare yourself for it
Eat well
Britain has fallen back in love with porridge. Whole oats are nutritious and rich in anti-oxidants, and can lower cholesterol and improve blood sugar control. Oats are the third largest crop grown in the UK. They fill you up so make a great breakfast but can also be used to make a wide variety of sweet and savoury dishes too. Combined with other natural ingredients from your kitchen cupboard, oats can make natural beauty treatments such as an exfoliator, facemask or skin cleanser. Three brands to look out for: Hamlyns Porridge Oats | www.hamlynsoats.co.uk The Great British Porridge Co | www.thegreatbritishporridgeco.co.uk White’s Oats | www.whitesoats.co.uk
Love your feet
It’s time to put those toes away and fill the sock drawer! Socks are important for your overall foot health. Socks absorb moisture, but provide cushioning to pad the feet and help keep them warm. As we go into the chillier months, socks can help prevent cold feet! Brighten up this season with these fun socks for all the family from Roy’s Boys. Just make your selection and the company will send you a box bundled of socks for all the family. It’s the perfect stockingfiller gift for everyone! Baby Shark Socks | www.roysboyssocks.co.uk 8
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Adjust your skin routine
These rich, deeply replenishing lip balms intensively condition, repair and protect dry or chapped lips without being overly greasy. Combining British beeswax with a trio of oils – crambe, echium and borage – to provide long lasting soft and supple lips. The trio comes in a stylish reusable cotton drawstring bag and contains no parabens, synthetic colours, mineral oils or silicones. The set contains three flavours – raspberry & white chocolate, lime blossom & honey and vanilla & honey. Trio Lip Balm Set | www.beegood.co.uk
Relax in style
We love this super cute hot water bottle cover in stylish graphite grey with a light tipping. It’s ultra cuddly all year round, but during the colder spells, Eric accommodates a small hot water bottle through an opening in his back. This hot water bottle cover is the ultimate soothing friend, and the sheepskin keeps the bottle much warmer for a lot longer. It’s perfect for duvet days! Flat Eric Hotwater Bottle Cover, £69 | www.owenbarry.com
Get outside
This stunning 25in double-canopy walking umbrella from James Ince Umbrellas features the Safari leaf design by award-winning designer Ella Doran. This umbrella has been lovingly made and handcrafted in East London using traditional skills. It’s sturdy enough to battle the winds, and of course keep you dry but it’s also beautiful on the inside! Ella Doran Safari Leaf Umbrella, £150 | www.shop.inceumbrellas.co.uk
Blanket fever Honeycomb is a traditional Welsh textile woven from beautiful sheep's wool on the Isle of Shetland. The yarn is processed, spun and dyed there too. This honeycomb blanket is Vanessa Arbuthnott’s first foray into woven blankets, and stays close to her ethos of working with artisans close to home. The main blanket colour is a light blue, with a stripe coloured edging in the following three colour options – powder blue, saffron and charcoal. It’s ideal for throwing over the back of the sofa or as a runner on your bed on chillier evenings and nights. Honeycomb Blanket, £160 | www.vanessaarbuthnott.co.uk BEAUTIFULLYBRITISHMAG.CO.UK
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beaut y THERE’S NO AGE ON
THE LOVELY OLGA RUMBLE FROM THE ROSE TREE CHATS TO US ABOUT HER POPULAR ORGANIC SKINCARE RANGE
for body and soul. I design organic products to make my customer’s life easier, to care for and nourish her skin in an honest way. Most of my customers are women over 40.
Tell us a little bit about yourself and The Rose Tree? For me as I approach 50, I'm perpetually frustrated by the expectation played out in the media that I want to look 10 years younger, my face a blank canvas ready to paint over ‘Instagram style’ or that glossy magazine that think they can sell me their latest must-have products using an image of a 14-year old! For my customers, natural beauty is a lifestyle choice, and a means to express themselves, just as they are. I'm on a mission to produce extraordinary organic products
What made you want to start a skincare brand? For as long as I can remember I have had a fascination (or possibly obsession) with plants and herbs. One of my favourite Christmas gifts when I was younger was a copy of Culpeper's Complete Herbal book from my lovely Dad. The power and rich history of these plants fascinated me. I dreamt up all sorts of concoctions to try on my sisters (victims) with varying degrees of success. What product is your best seller? It depends on the time of year, but right now it's my Intensive Balm with marshmallow and frangipani. Everyone loves the frangipani, which is one of the hero ingredients in the balm. It's a great little multi-tasker, it’s a velvety smooth balm that can be used on the face or body with the most delicious scent. It's also won six awards to date, which I'm very proud of!
are natural and super gentle. Think about layering products together, I like to use a base layer such as the super nourishing facial essence with rose and blackcurrant and then either the radiance cream over the top or the intensive balm with marshmallow and frangipani. Choose what feels good for your skin and pick the texture that works for you. Do you have any new products on the horizon? I’ve always got my eye on creating shiny, new products! Watch this space for new additions to the range early next year this is definitely the best part of the job!
Our readers would love to know - what is the best regime to combat dull, dry, winter skin? It's all about hydration levels. For your face, especially if your skin is on the sensitive side, go for ingredients that
z SHOP The Rose Tree | www.therosetree.co.uk
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FASHION
IT’S A CLASSIC These British sheepskin boots are a must for any weekend wardrobe bringing you lasting style and durability. Each pair is built on a tonal rubber sole offering optimum grip with a choice of three heights – shortie, regular and calf. Double-stitched seams offer extra resilience and a heel back in shaved sheepskin helps preserve the shape.
PUMP ACTION Make friends with the Canning chic ballerina pumps, which have been designed to give support all day long. The sporty rubber sole is incredibly flexible and durable, while the subtle wedge heel adds an elegant lift. Together with the amazing cushioning and stylish bow trim, this shoe is an easy wear and offers a fail-safe addition to your wardrobe. It comes in three colours – antique blue, magenta and black. Canning Ballerina Pump, £75 | www.vandalshoes.com
Sheepskin Boots £155 | Celtic & Co | www.celticandco.com
IF THE SHOE FITS Britain is home to some of the most innovative footwear brands. Add the finishing touch to your outfit with a new pair of shoes that are made to last! REACH FOR THE SKIES
ALL POISE NO PAIN How gorgeous are these high shine patent leather heels with delicately crafted flower shoellery strap, which adds a pretty detail to these 18-hour heel court shoes. The shoe features a 3in heels but the company is confident that they’ll be the comfiest heel you can wear all day, but will also take you into the evening. We love the secret messaging underneath! Don't Wait Up | £229 Shaherazad | www.shaherazad.com 12
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Yull Shoes has just released its fab new collection for the new season. A pair of black ankle boots is a staple – this range features these Gloucester Boots in three super designs – clouds, stars and sunrise. which will add a little pizzazz to your wardrobe. With the perfect heel height and thick sole, this ankle boot is great for walking in winter! Gloucester ankle boot, £135 | Yull www.yullshoes.co.uk
“GIVE A GIRL THE RIGHT SHOES AND SHE CAN CONQUER THE WORLD!”
FASHION
“GOOD SHOES WILL TAKE YOU TO GOOD PLACES.” FOLLOWING IN FOOTSTEPS
Norman Walsh followed his cobbler father’s footsteps into the footwear industry, and has refined his skills to create specialist and diverse range of sports shoes. With much notoriety over the years including making the shoes worn by Roger Bannister for his famous four-minute mile! The Lotus was developed in the late 1970's as a road-racing shoe and offers good stability and comfort while retaining its robust and protective fit. This trainer comes in four colours including this stunning red moss. Lotus Trainer | £240 Norman Walsh | www.normanwalshuk.com
AIM HIGH
Designed to combine minimalist lines, this hi-top sneaker has luxury calf leather uppers, are fully leather lined and have a thermoplastic lightweight rubber sole that offers strength, durability and comfort. All Crown sneakers are handcrafted in its Northampton factory using traditional shoe making methods. Overstone Hi Derby £240 | Crown Northampton www.crownnorthampton.com
CITY GENT
The Nightfall brown mocha leather oxford shoes are both classically shaped and made with Goodyear welted construction. They have a contemporary edge with an embossed finished, and their lighter Mocha leather takes the shoes from the boardroom to the dance floor. Percy Stride’s range of men's oxford shoes are fully repairable, allowing its valued customer to resole, repair and reveal beautiful handmade shoes. Nighfall Oxford Shoe | Percy Stride £250 | www.percystride.com
BROGUE IS A BRITS FAVOURITE A pair of quality brogues are perfect for all sorts of occasions and can be worn with smart trousers to classic jeans. The Wingcap Derby Brogue is hand-finished in calf leather, and hand-burnished for a deep and rich almond tan finish The shoe also features a storm-welted commando rubber sole and brass eyelets for additional longevity. Wingcap Brogue, £375 | Joseph Cheaney & Sons £375 | www.cheaney.co.uk
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FOOD & DRINK
WINTER
warmers
Feeling the chill? Warm up to one of these hot drinks
THE CLASSIC HOT CHOCOLATE
THE SPICED PUMPKIN LATTE
Use your favourite British chocolate bar or coco flakes to make this super indulgent drink with a twist
Fake it or make it with spices or syrup to make the ultimate autumnal drink!
INGREDIENTS 100g chopped chocolate 150ml milk 50ml double cream Cream and marshmallows Large mug
Tip: Adults if you’re feeling super naughty, add a shot of Baileys
METHOD • Break the chocolate bar into your mug • Heat double cream and milk on the hob until it lightly simmers. (Don’t allow it to boil!) • Pour milk and cream over the chocolate and stir well. • Add whipped cream and marshmallows.
Buy British:
INGREDIENTS 2 tsp pumpkin puree A pinch of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg 30ml Expresso shot 250ml milk Heatproof glass
METHOD • Put the pumpkin puree into your glass. • Add the cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg and stir in the expresso shot. • Heat the milk until its frothed and steaming. • Add the hot milk to the expresso mixture. • Add a squirt of whipped cream and a dust of cinnamon.
Baileys Original Irish Cream Liqueur
Sweetbird Pumpkin Spice Syrup
Charbonnel et Walker Drinking Chocolate
Salted Caramel Gourmet Marshmallows
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Aspinal of London, GHD, Elizabeth Arden, Glossier, Facebook, Revlon and TOMS. We also have a few exciting big orders coming up but I can’t discuss them just yet so you’ll just have to keep your eyes peeled on our social platforms.
You’re undoubtedly fashion conscious. How has your fashion degree turned you into a baker? It’s a bit of a strange career progression I guess! I was obsessed with fashion growing up and worked in fashion for a few years after completing my degree but quickly realised that the industry just wasn’t for me. I moved on to work in web design, which I loved, but I was still drawn to the world of fashion and really wanted to find a way to incorporate it into my career. I don’t know why but when I started baking cookies, I randomly chose to bake my favourite fashion pieces of that season. They were an instant hit on Instagram and have since become one of our best-selling cookie options. The recognition I received from my fashion bakes helped give me the confidence boost I needed to make baking my career and now the majority of our clients are fashion brands, so in a completely unexpected way, I found my path back to fashion! When did you decide to launch Baked by Steph? Baked by Steph actually started out as just a hobby, and I’d photograph what I baked for social media. I quickly started receiving requests and it soon got to a point where I just couldn’t keep up with all of the orders as well as, hold down a full time job. I was so tired working long hours on both, but there was no way I was giving up the baking so I bit the bullet, quit my day job and officially launched Baked by Steph. Tell us about your cookies, cookie cakes and layer cakes and how they are priced? We have a range of off-the-shelf items available to order on the website with cookie boxes starting from £20 and cakes starting from £65. Our custom bakes are priced on an individual basis due to their bespoke nature but to give you a guide, a box of 4 custom cookies starts from £35 and we can ‘cookie-fy’ absolutely anything!
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What’s next for Baked by Steph? World cookie domination! We currently post our cookies within the UK but we’re working on international shipping for our global followers. We’re also working on a whole new range of cookies to add to our website so that our customers have more offthe-shelf options to choose from.
Meet Stephanie Giordano who proved you can have your cake and eat it too with her fashion-led baked goods
What is your best-selling cookie or cake, and do you have a favourite one that you like to make? Our ‘Say it with Cookies’ message boxes are by far our best sellers, and also my favourite to make. I just love to see all the messages people send each other. They are mostly sweet, heart-warming messages but we do get the occasional funny or naughty message. No day is the same in our kitchen! Your bakes are certainly photofriendly. Where can people find your bakes? All of our cookies and cakes are available to purchase on our website, www.bakedbysteph.co.uk or on our Instagram page @baked,by.steph. We also have a few pop-up shops lined up over the next few months, which will be announced on our Instagram page so keep an eye out for them! You’ve worked with some big brands to create for product launches – can you name drop? Who doesn’t love a name drop! Some of my favourite brands that we’ve worked with include Alexa Chung,
And finally, tell us three random things about yourselves? We play the full Chicago motion picture soundtrack in our kitchen at least once a week – singing and dancing is a must! Our kitchen is top-to-toe pink even down to our water bottles. At least once a month, we get a request to make a penis cake!
CELEBRATING HANDMADE
Contact Baked by Steph www.bakedbysteph.co.uk
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No need to get off the couch!
Comfortable for both you and your dog to relax on – this sofa topper is the perfect way to enhance the look of your home while protecting your treasured upholstery. Nature 2 Sofa Topper £80 | www.rigbyandrhys.com
pooches PAMPERED Everything you need to spoil man’s (or woman’s) best friend!
Give us a snuggle!
Your dog will love keeping toasty warm in this blanket sack. Handmade by Slumbering Hounds, it's made from soft velour fleece and lined with Sherpa fleece making it ideal for dogs who like to burrow. The sacks wash at 30 degrees and they open up to be aired quickly. They will dry on the line on a sunny day in no time but can also go in the tumble dryer on a cool setting. Take the blanket sack on camping trips, nights away from home or for using in the car on a long journey when you want your dog to have some home comforts. The Snuggle Sacks come in small, medium and large and there's four designs to choose from. Slumbering Sacks from £45 | www.slumberinghound.com
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Getting from A to B in style!
This dog carrier is perfect for dog owners on the go. It's available in a variety of beautiful prints and is a stylish way for you and your small pooch to make your way about town. They also unzip all the way and double as a dog bed so they’re ideal for visiting friends or taking on holiday. This classic navy signature print dog carrier takes the iconic Teddy Maximus dog motif to create this eye-catching print, and is ideal for puppies and small dogs. Luxury Dog Carrier in Navy Signature Print £185 | www.teddymaximus.com
A bit of bling
A great little accessory for your dog whether big or small, dainty or rough and tumble! Add the new Bow Dangles to your dog's collar, harness or halter as an ID tag to transform the plainest of collars. This one shown here includes a leopard print etching and comes gift boxed in a Wren & Rye branded recyclable Kraft box. Give it as a gift for a loved one or a little treat for your pooch. The Bow Dangles come in one size but you can either have it with a middle or side attachment. Leopard Echo & Salt Bow Dangle, £10 | www.wrenandrye.com
Lounging Around Coats of many colours
Dress your dog in style with the Jasper dog coat. Available in a variety of gorgeous fabrics, why not coordinate your fourlegged friend with your outfit! This coat has adjustable straps around the waist and neck for a comfortable fit, and a hole under the collar so they can walk on the lead easily. It's made using 100% British woven wool
This bed provides luxurious comfort and the base cushioning is made of a removable single pad that’s made of 100% memory foam helping regulate body temperature, and moulding to your dog’s body shape eliminating any uncomfortable hot spots. All Ivy & Duke beds are hand-made by a skilled team, which means the company can make sure that every single bed they produce meets the highest of standards. The Lounger £70-£150 | www.ivyandduke.co.uk
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Events Things to do with friends and family this autumn
Exhibition from British fashion icon
Dame Zandra Rhodes is probably one of our most iconic and recognisable fashion designers here in the UK, not only for her bright pink hair, but also for her maverick take on style, colour, pattern and design. The Fashion and Textile Museum is celebrating 50 years in fashion with a retrospective exhibition dedicated to her fascinating career called ‘Zandra Rhodes: 50 Years of Fabulous’. This will highlight more than 50 key looks, as well as 30 original textiles, and explore the five decades of her distinguished career as a British design legend.. To find out more visit www.ftmlondon.org
CHEERS!
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Pick your own pumpkin
Pumpkin picking has become as popu lar in the UK as it is in the US. It’s a great family activity to do with the children during this season. Day Out With The Kids has an extensive listing of the best places to pick your own pumpkins thought out October. To find a place to pick pumpkins near you, visit www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk
LIT UP AFTER DARK Set against the beautiful backdrop of Longleat House and landscaped gardens, The Festival of Lights covers 30 acres of spectacular giant Chinese lanterns. Experience the Safari Park and the House during the day, and then discover hundreds of illuminated displays that transform the park after dark. Get ready to embark on a sparkling journey filled with amazing creatures, magnificent scenery and stunning structures that’s magical for the whole family. To find out more visit www.longleat.co.uk BEAUTIFULLYBRITISHMAG.CO.UK
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Gin
ISN’T JUST FOR SUMMER
Keep your spirits up this autumn with these great gins!
BRIGHTON GIN
www.brightongin.com Brighton Gin is an award-winning, small-batch premium gin, made by the team at Brighton’s first (legal!) distillery. From peeling fruit to filling, wax-sealing and labelling bottles by hand, to delivering locally by bicycle – love, care and pride goes into every bottle. Brighton Gin is the UK’s only contemporary registered vegan gin and uses certified organic wheat spirit, and the finest quality ingredients such as juniper, the peel of fresh oranges and limes, coriander seed, and milk thistle. The colour of the wax and label is Brighton Seafront Blue, in keeping with the city’s signature colour. This gin is smooth enough to sip neat, or to drink as a classic G&T. Combine a generous measure of Brighton Gin with your favourite tonic, lots of ice and a slice of fresh orange to to sample the spirit of Brighton, distilled in your glass.
PINKSTER GIN
www.pinkstergin.com We had to include this one as it has a wonderful story behind it! Created by frustrated accountant, Stephen Marsh, from his kitchen table, a bowl of fruit and a bottle of gin! The original Pinkster agreeably British gin is made from raspberries and is deliciously dry with a hint of fruit and an exceptionally smooth taste. Just add a raspberry and a sprig of well-spanked, fresh mint for a refreshingly different G&T!
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WE ARE LOCH NESS www.wearelochness.com
Loch Ness has two spectacular gins for you to try. Batch 3 is the second gin from the team at Loch Ness Spirits. This is a classic London dry style and is infused with crisp juniper and hawthorn berries. While Batch 14 is a rare batch gin, which has been distilled using botanicals picked in 2018 and blended with the company's own private water supply. All gins are bottled and labelled at on the south bank of Loch Ness.
NO33 STUBBINGTON GIN www.33greenbottles.co.uk
33 Green Bottles started a shop selling wine and spirits in Stubbington on the south coast. Run by Carla and Vic – the duo’s love of gin sparked a collab with award-winning Kate Griffin from Wessex Spirits to create a true Hampshire gin. The gin is made using a London dry base, then cold compounded with mango and passionfruit, then triple filtered to ensure its super smooth.
BLOOM GIN
www.bloomgin.com This fabulous gin is an award-winning premium London Dry Gin. BLOOM draws on inspiration from nature. The original recipe includes three main botanicals – chamomile, honeysuckle and pomelo. They’re carefully blended to create a delicate, fresh and floral gin for an added touch of sweetness and a smooth finish. More variations are available to tickle the taste buds including jasmine and rose and strawberry cup liqueur. On the Bloom website, you can check out some amazing cocktails for you to try, trust us when we say they’re fab!
CARLA’S GARDEN GIN
www.33greenbottles.co.uk Carla's Garden Gin is the second gin from 33 Green Bottles. This all-natural apple and raspberry infused drink is incredibly smooth and perfect for pairing with a rhubarb tonic, and the fruit even comes from the Hampshire countryside too.
WINTERBERRY DREAMER COCKTAIL RECIPE 55ml standard gin, 55ml elderflower syrup, 55ml lemon juice, 5-6 cranberries and thyme to garnish. Combine all ingredients – garnish with thyme and enjoy! BEAUTIFULLYBRITISHMAG.CO.UK
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HEALTH & BEAUTY
GO PLASTICFREE
HERE ARE SIX SIMPLE SWAPS TO MAKE YOUR BATHROOM A MUCH GREENER PLACE!
BACK TO BARS!
Fuelled by the awakening consumer conscience, the Little Soap Company has a brand-new range of plastic free, job specific, unisex bar soaps, which are biodegradable and each has its own distinct bespoke essential oil blend (no synthetic fragrances here!). The new Eco Warrior bars include a clarifying sensitive facial charcoal bar with tea tree, chamomile & calendula, exfoliating citrus bar, moisturising coconut hand & body bar, bergamot & lime shaving bar, and orange & ginger shampoo bar. This range is aimed at reducing plastics and eradicating 175,000 unnecessary face wash tubes, shampoo, shaving foam, shower gel and liquid hand soap plastic bottles from sinks, bathrooms and wash bags up and down the country! £4 per 100g bar | www.littlesoapcompany.co.uk 24
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WHITER THAN WHITE
Sealed in a zero-waste glass jar, this natural, vegan toothpowder is formulated to whiten the teeth by absorbing and polishing away stains and plaque. The toothpowder is flavoured with English mint, and provides an eco-friendly alternative to conventional toothpastes, it’s also palm oil free and safe to use. £6.90 | www.georganics.com
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THINK RE-USABLE!
DITCH THE AEROSOL!
With a great scent, and longlasting freshness, this peppermint & spearmint strong protection deodorant stick removes other plastic product from your bathroom essentials! The coconut oil & shea butter melts easily into the skin, and the strong protection formula provides maximum effectiveness. Earth Conscious deodorants are made on the Isle of Wight with natural ingredients and 10p from the sale from this deodorant goes to the Marine Conservation Society, the UK charity for the protection of our seas, shores and wildlife. 60g stick £7 | www.earthconscious.co.uk
Switch to eco-friendly cleansing pads to remove make up and apply toner. Tabitha Eve reusable make-up pads are made from organic cotton and bamboo, and each pad measure approx. 3in across. Simply wash them in your normal laundry load and leave to dry naturally. If you ever feel like your pads have come to the end of their life, you can simply cut them up and add to your compost bin. Set of 5 £5.50 | www.tabithaeve.co.uk
“DID YOU KNOW THAT EVERY PLASTIC TOOTHBRUSH YOU’VE EVER USED REMAINS IN LANDFILL INDEFINITELY!”
WISDOM TEETH
AT FACE VALUE
We love these cotton facecloths. They’re hand-knitted with 100% cotton yarn and soft and gentle on your skin. The facecloth measures 20cm square and is the perfect size for washing away soap and general washing. They come in some funky colours – cream, purple, green, mustard and blush pink (black is currently not available). £6 each | www.soapdaze.com
Be wise and choose a bamboo toothbrush that’s made using sustainable MOSO bamboo. This one from Koha Beauty has soft BPA free nylon bristles, which are durable and have feathered tips that are safe for your gums. The toothbrush offers a deep cleaning in even the most hard to reach spaces between teeth. The ergonomic handle is fully biodegradable. This is a sustainable and compostable alternative to the plastic toothbrush, and will last just as long! £2.90 | www.kohabeauty.co.uk BEAUTIFULLYBRITISHMAG.CO.UK
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FASHION
What’s cuter than matching family pyjamas? Didi and Bud design beautiful family sleepwear created with the dream of calm bedtimes and a full night's sleep. This lovely Winter Trees set, made with the softest 100% Oeko Tex certified cotton, is sure to keep you feeling toasty warm throughout the winter. It comes in two classic colours – white and mulled.
This incredibly soft pyjama set is perfect for sleep or play! The set features a playful print with jungle greens on a biscuit coloured jersey base fabric. The fun and practical set is made with 100% cotton interlock jersey fabric that's ecologically sourced. What’s great is that they’re also printed with water-based, child-friendly inks so they're ideal for growing babies and toddlers who have delicate skin. Gorilla Cotton Pyjama And Play Set from Doctor Mother Other | www.notonthehighstreet.com
cosy Winter Trees Collection | www.didiandbud.co.uk
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QUARTER
It’s that time of year when we spend more time in our pyjamas and loungewear so here’s how to do it in style!
Cosy down in a lovely pair of traditional yet stylish cream with caramel stripe, brushed cotton pyjamas. You’ll want to stay in this relaxed fit, super comfortable set all day long! Soft-brushed Cotton PJ’s from PJ Pan | www.notonthehighstreet.com
Guys, you deserve a decent night sleep too!! Made in England, these modern contrasting, plain men’s pyjama set is perfect for achieving ultimate relaxation. Made from kind-to-sensitive-skin Modal Sens fabric – they’re perfect for relaxing around the house and having a peaceful night’s sleep. Classic Long Sleeved T-shirt & Contrast Trouser Pyjama | www.homebody.co.uk BEAUTIFULLYBRITISHMAG.CO.UK
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HE T O T s e SAY y
ESS R D H S I T I BR
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very bride’s dream is to look beautiful on the big day and she can with a dress that’s been designed and made in the UK. We look at talented British designers and what they have to offer this season SARAH WILLARD Sarah is passionate and could talk for hours about bridal if you let her! She’s lots of experience and has her dream job running her own atelier. Based in Staffordshire, Sarah designs dresses that are elegant, ethereal, bohemian and pretty. The Florentina Cape is made from soft silk velvet and has beautiful drape, and a pleated collar to keep you warm. It’s perfect for winter weddings. To view more from the Winter Bride collection, visit www.sarahwillard.co.uk
Charlie Brear
KATE BEAUMONT This designer’s gowns are handmade in Yorkshire. Kate’s passion for dressmaking was reignited when her best friend talked her into making her wedding dress! Rosa is a romantic lace jacket, which is made from a delicate French rose design lace and has a high round neck finished with silk binding, and a scalloped edge finishes the jacket’s hem and sleeves. It's paired here with the Clematis slip silk dress. View more of her stunning creations at www.kate-beaumont.co.uk 28
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Every Charlie Brear wedding dress is handmade in the capital. The design process starts in-house where a sample dress is produced and tested to ensure fit. All fabrics are sourced from UK specialist suppliers and they look to France/Italy for exquisite laces, which have been handcrafted on looms for over 250 years. We’re so excited to see the new Freedom in Love collection for 2020. This collection includes this full-length Vianna jacket in a stunning sequinned tassel fabric to create a show stopping addition. Styled here over its matching Alora dress, its perfect for the non-traditional bride looking for a directional cover up or evening party transformation. To view the Freedom in Love collection, visit www.charliebrear.com
FASHION
SUZANNE NEVILLE Suzanne Neville is one of Europe’s leading bridal designers. All her wedding gowns (and evening dresses) are British made. Still adhering to tradition, her dresses are handcrafted using contemporary couture techniques. She's well-known for her beautiful construction and incredibly diverse silhouettes, which vary from slim fitting bias cuts to full and romantic gowns. High profile clients include creating gowns for Katherine Jenkins, Elle Macpherson and Kate Winslet to name a few. Adair is a gorgeous long sleeved minimalist gown made in beautiful stretch crepe with beading and features fabric covered buttoning at the neck and waist back. To see more from the 2019 collection visit the website, www.suzanneneville.com
Caroline Castiagliano
Halfpenny London
Kate Halfpenny creates bridal wear for real women and weaves Brit cool designs with vintage inspiration to create modern wedding dresses. Kate’s is a trusted stylist and friend to British icons Kate Moss, Erin O’Connor and Emilia Fox among others. The Joseph Cape and Victor Slip dress in matte are just two beautiful bridal pieces from the Fly Me to the Moon collection. Each unique piece falls gracefully, allowing gentle movement. Brides who like sparkle will love this sequinned adorned range. To view more from this collection, click on www.halfpennylondon.com
This British designer has been at the forefront of luxury bridal for more than 27 years. Known for understated effortless glamour and clean classic lines with contemporary touches. Castigliano’s collections are designed to create an impact from the moment the bride walks into a room. Every Castigliano gown is handcrafted in the UK making the label a triumph of British design and craftsmanship. Luciana gown with its stunning silhouette comes from the Believe in Love collection. It has a sensuous plunging neckline that tapers to a fitted waist, and the wide A-line skirt flows into a dramatic train. The silk satin shawl collar frames the décolletage and draws the eye inwards while the skirt is layered over a delicate organza and soft net to hold the full silhouette. The frilled net petticoats maintains the drama and the concealed pockets in the side seams gives it a contemporary edge. To see more from this lovely collection visit www.carolinecastigliano.com
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www.sarahwillard.co.uk
SEASONAL RECIPES
Chicken, Leek & Brioche Crumble A gut-friendly leek recipe that will enhance your health and wellbeing
INGREDIENTS 175g of brioche loaf Handful of fresh parsley 3 tbsp cornflour Sea salt and black pepper 400g chicken breast cut into strips 1 tbsp olive oil 500g leeks (about 3), finely sliced or shredded in a food processor ½ onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, crushed 100ml white wine 125ml half fat crème fraîche or Greek yogurt 100g grated cheese
NUTRITIONAL ANALYSIS PER SERVING Calories 462kcal – fat 18.4g, saturates 9.6g, carbohydrates 28.7g, sugar 5.3g, fibre 6.2g, protein 37.8g, salt 1.1g Serves 4 | Preparation time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 30 minutes
This creamy crumble from nutritional therapist Christine Bailey is simple to prepare, and is ideal as an everyday family meal. You can prepare it in advance making it a fuss-free evening option, or make it gluten free by using an artisan-style gluten free loaf. Eating locally grown seasonal vegetables can be a challenge during the autumn and winter months because of the British climate. However, the leek is just one vegetable that thrives during the coldest months. It’s also packed with essential nutrients and crucial antioxidants that will help stave off colds and flu!
HOW TO MAKE Preheat the oven to 200°C, gas 6. Place the brioche and parsley in a food processor and pulse to a coarse crumble texture. Place the cornflour on a plate and season with salt and pepper. and dust the chicken. Add the olive oil to a large sauté pan. Fry the chicken for 5 minutes on each side until lightly golden. Remove from the pan and place on a plate. Add the leeks, onion and garlic to the pan and cook gently for 5 minutes until the leeks are soft. Return the chicken to the pan. Pour in the white wine and crème fraîche and simmer for a further 5 minutes. Spoon the mixture into a baking dish. Scatter the crumble over the leeks and top with the grated cheese. Bake in the oven for 15 minutes until bubbling.
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HEALTH & BEAUTY
eards are still mainstream and many men are embracing facial hair for the first time!. Here are some products to keep him well groomed!
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MONSTER BEARD BRUSH £28, Kent Brushes www.kentbrushes.com The Kent Monster beard brush has been designed and built by the company's finest brush makers. The handle has a flintlock pistol grip that’s designed to hold easily, and the monster’s head is large enough to cope with the unruliest of beards. This brush will tame any beard type easily!
ORCHARD HAZE BEARD OIL £17.99, London Beard Company www.londonbeardcompany.com This company caters for all types of beard growers from the stubbly geeks to the full-flowing bearded men and aims to help its fellow man take pride in his appearance. This oil is part of its premium beard oil range, and is a concoction of lime with bergamot blended with notes of sweet orange and vanilla to create a rich aroma. All ingredients are 100% natural, and it contains olive and argan oils that are great for hair and skin.
THE MILLER’S BEARD SHAMPOO BAR £12, The Brighton Beard Co. www.thebrightonbeardcompany.co.uk The Miller's solid beard shampoo bar should be the first step in your beard care routine. This cleansing bar is packed with completely natural nourishing oils and butters, and unlike a regular shampoo, it doesn’t strip the beard of its natural oils and is great for guys on the go!
NO 22 SPEARMINT MOUSTACHE WAX £12, Beard Juice www.beardjuice.uk Standing by its natural ethics, Beard Juice has developed a gorgeous wax that gives great control with a refreshing spearmint and sea buckthorn note under the nose. It’s packed with natural goodness like argan, coconut, almond, hemp and jojoba for maintaining, controlling and aiding hair growth. BEAUTIFULLYBRITISHMAG.CO.UK
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SCRUBS POLISHES Exfoliate your way to baby soft skin Energise your face with this foaming crème facial scrub. The organic lemongrass oil will revitalise not just your skin but your mind with its beautiful citrusy-herb scent. The scrub leaves your skin feeling radiant and smooth. Awakening Lemongrass Foaming Creme Facial Scrub with Sea Buckthorn & Aloe, £28 | www.delicateowl.com If you’re looking for a facial exfoliator to polish and hydrate at the same time then this is the product for you. This gentle but light exfoliant leaves your skin feeling super soft and hydrated. Honey & Camelina Facial Exfoliator, £11 | www.beegood.co.uk
This creamy dual-action face scrub uses a combination of exfoliants to completely revive your skin. It’s free from plastics and the jojoba grains gently buff away dead skin cells while the salicylic and mandelic acid dissolve all the impurities. This power-packing combo allows follow-up products to soak into the skin quicker and deeper. Pore Refining Scrub, £29 | www.medik8.com
If your skin is feeling very tired, dry and needs a little boost then this polish is infused with essential oils to leave your skin feeling thoroughly hydrated and glowing! The grainy texture buffs and removes all dead skin cells and dirt. Clean & Bright Skin Polish with Coconut and Macadamia Oil, £24 | www.organichouseskincare.com
The gentle yet granular texture will leave your body feeling nourished and silky smooth. It contains palmarosa oil, which not only rejuvenates your skin but leaves it smelling floral. This super scrub is filled with other essential oils to reduce wrinkles, stretchmarks and act as an anti-inflammatory too. Honey & Rose Sugar Scrub Treatment, £30 | www.therosetree.co.uk BEAUTIFULLYBRITISHMAG.CO.UK
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LIFESTYLE
CHILDREN'S MACRAMÉ WALL HANGING £45, Mara Studio
PINK GREY
all the way
Beautiful trend items you’re going to want to have in your home
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The New Beck Chair £625, Galapagos Furniture
This statement chair is that little bit of stylish yet comfort your living space needs, and will turn your room from drab to fab!
CLASSIC CHUNKY KNITTED PANEL CUSHION £70, Lauren Aston Designs
Add a touch of warmth to your living or bedroom with these hand-knitted panelled cushions. This autumn/winter is all about chunky knits and these are right on trend!
Hand Printed Stag Lampshade
£45, Whinberry & Antler
Hand-drawn and printed in the UK - you can’t get any more British made than that! Use it as a ceiling light or stylish table lamp.
PERSONALISED FAMILY NAMES PRINT £18, Momo&Boo
Make your house into a home with this customised print. You choose the colour, size and text with just a click.
SHEEPSKIN POUFFEE
£335, Owen Barry www.owenbarry.com This sheepskin pouffee is the essence of luxury. Use it as a stand-alone or to accompany your favourite armchair for ultimate style and comfort.
Giant Knit Ombre Blanket £300, Lauren Aston Designs
We love this stunning giant knit blanket, it’s sure to make a statement in whatever room it’s in! Choose from two different colourways – grey or neutral.
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