Billy Ruffian Whether he’s sixteen or sixty, you need look no further than British shoe brand Billy Ruffian for the perfect present. Beautifully hand-crafted loafers, oxfords, brogues and boat shoes that all come with a free pair of brightly-striped socks. Exquisite shoes for all occasions. Oakum brown suede loafer with leather lining and sole, £95, 01234 720897; www.billyruffianshoes.co.uk
Poppy London Poppy London brings you the ultimate emerald fur collar that guarantees to dress up any outfit whether it be smart or casual. 100% genuine raccoon fur with a lined interior is beautifully soft against skin. One size fits all. 2 small hooking clips at the end to keep the scarf in place. Emerald green fur collar, £165, www.poppylondon.co.uk
Creel Leather Creel creates unique collections of handmade leather accessories using the finest materials, traditional craftsmanship and classic British design. The Ebble Collection features salmon leather and other exotic leathers in combination with full-grain calf leather and shot silks. They also offer a discretionary home/office viewing service in the Wiltshire and Hampshire areas and central London.
This winter, you can visit them at Winchester Christmas Market (20 November - 3 December) and Salisbury Christmas Market (7 - 20 December). Black full-grain calf leather wallet with red salmon leather, £110, 07525 485 066; www.creel-leather.com
Auree Jewellery Auree Jewellery is designed to travel through life with you.Whether it’s for a party or to throw on with your favourite pair of jeans, their pieces are beautiful enough for any occasion and tough enough to wear and enjoy every day.
These Capri earrings are made from fushia pink chalcedony and 22ct gold vermeil on sterling silver - making them the perfect festive treat this Christmas. Capri earrings, £55, 0208 947 6686; www.aureejewellery.com
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Can't you hear me S.O.S? Our treasured native dog breeds are at risk of extinctionDo you know your Kerry blue terrier from your Lancashire heeler? A simple lack of publicity is often to blame for some of the UK's native dog breeds flying dangerously low under-the-radar.
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'There are architects and architects, but only one ARCHITECT': Sir Edwin Lutyens and the wartime Chancellor who helped launch his stellar careerClive Aslet explores the relationship between Sir Edwin Lutyens and perhaps his most important private client, the politician and financier Reginald McKenna.
