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The regional bespoke tailors who offer a proper alternative to Savile Row
Jonathan Self has spent years wearing Savile Row suits, but for the latest addition to his wardrobe decided to look further afield. He was delighted with what he found.
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Why socks are the new ties – and what yours say about you
Two years ago, Country Life decried the wearing of lilac socks. But times change, and so do we: it's time to acknowledge that socks are the new ties, as Katy Birchall explains.
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Five Gold Rings: Country Life's top 5 jewellers to help you choose the perfect wedding ring
A wedding ring is for life, so it is worth getting it spot on – our luxury editor Hetty Chidwick offers her advice.
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Video: A gentleman’s guide on how to dress, coming to Country Life in 2018
Living a gentlemanly existence is second nature to Huntsman’s customers, so who better to work with Country Life on a guide to dressing for the modern gentleman?
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Barbara Taylor Bradford shares a few of her favourite things
Barbara Taylor Bradford shares a few of her favourite things with Hetty Chidwick, with illustrations by Ollie Maxwell.
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The Country Life Gentleman's Life party: All the photo booth snaps from the event at Huntsman
Take a look at the images from Country Life's recent party at Huntsman Savile Row to celebrate our annual Gentleman's Life supplement.
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How military watches have come from First World War necessity to 21st century icon
Military watches have come a long way from the trenches of the First World War – today, they're the choice of the gentleman who prefers utilitarian timepieces, and hugely collectable. Robin Swithinbank charts their rise.
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Boon & Lane: The only British company still producing handmade hat blocks
Boon & Lane supplies bespoke wooden and cast-aluminium hat blocks to leading milliners.
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Seven stunning pieces of jewellery that will delight horse lovers
Lucy Pearson of Horse & Hound picks out equestrian jewellery that could be perfect for the horse-lover in your life.
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Weddings: Why an afternoon beats an entire weekend
Getting married is, and should be, a very special day. But make sure it's only a day, says Annunicata Elwes.
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Royal Ascot hats: The best of the fashion from flat racing’s greatest meeting
Royal Ascot is synonymous with high fashion – particularly when it comes to the hats sported by many of the female racegoers.
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Why morning dress is flattering, tasteful and essential for weddings
Whether you splash out or keep it simple, one thing you shouldn't compromise on is your wedding clothes – and morning dress is best, says Jonathan Self.
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Why to invest in a set of bespoke tweeds – and where to get them made
A set of bespoke tweeds is on every gentleman's wish list – Charlotte Peters looks at the best places to get them made.
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Why a wedding day is about the people, not the price tag – no matter how high
Caroline Fleetwood has seen it all while hosting weddings at Duncton Mill Fishery in Sussex – and she offers some words of advice for couples planning their nuptials.
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Country Life Top 10: Wedding planners that mean business
Sometimes it's best just to call in the experts.
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The secret to a good wedding? More sincerity, less triviality
The secret of the classic country wedding is quality over quantity, says Giles Kime
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Bridesmaids: Why less is more
Flora Watkins pleads with brides-to-be to avoid the temptation to recruit a small army.
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Country Life Top 10: Engagement rings - The finest rings, from Tiffany, De Beers and more
You'll be heading down the aisle before you know it.
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'A watch experiences your life in its entirety': Patek Philippe's MD on life and timepieces
The managing director of Patek Philippe on why watches elicit such emotions – and how to keep yours in top condition.
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Hublot producing 70th anniversary Ferrari watch
Ferrari is celebrating its 70th anniversary with a little help from Swiss watchmaker Hublot.
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The Savile Row suit made from the bellies of Mongolian yaks
One of London’s oldest Savile Row tailors is now producing suits made from yak hair.
