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Castle Forbes
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Created in the perfumery at Castle Forbes in the Highlands of Scotland, this unique collection of fine fragrances and shaving goods is elegantly packaged in the Forbes clan tartan and carries the family crest. Castle Forbes was built in 1815 by the 17th Lord Forbes, Scotland's premier Lord and Chief of the clan Forbes. The castle's former dairy, a pretty miniature castle, was adapted by the current Lord Forbes and his wife some years ago, and is now probably the smallest perfumery in the world. The fragrances are created in the manner of 'Grand Perfumery' using the finest quality essential oils including genet absolute, the pure extract of Broom - the Clan Forbes' cap badge.
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Charbonnel et Walker
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Charbonnel et Walker have been supplying fine English chocolates, unique specialities and delightful boxes since 1875. With the encouragement of Edward VII, (then the Prince of Wales) the company began life as a partnership between Mrs Walker and Mme. Charbonnel from the Maison Boissier chocolate house in Paris . The first shop was at 173 New Bond Street in Mayfair; the shop has remained in Mayfair ever since, and now occupies one of London's famous arcades, the Royal Arcade on Old Bond Street. The Royal Warrant as manufacturers of chocolate to H.M. The Queen takes the royal connection up to the present time.
Charbonnel et Walker chocolates are hand made in the factory in Royal Tunbridge
Wells and to traditional recipes. Charbonnel et Walker are renowned for plain chocolate using only the finest dark couverture. Fine meaning the finest texture to give absolute silky smoothness on the palate. Luxurious hand made boxes, satin ribbons and complimentary gift wrapping complete the perfect gift for every occasion. Few other gifts will have as much impact as a beautifully presented box of Charbonnel et Walker chocolates.
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Conway Stewart
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In 1905, Mr Jarvis and Mr Garner formed Conway Stewart at 13 Paternoster Row, London. Their single aim was to produce elegant, timelessly beautiful, yet functional writing instruments a principle that the company still holds true today. Conway Stewart pens have always been the preferred choice of the most discerning and famous people from around the globe. Winston Churchill used one thorughout the war years, and H.M. The Queen was presented with two gold pens to commemorate her Golden Jubilee. Conway Stewart pens were also the official choice of the British Government at the recent G8 summit. Each Conway Stewart pen bears its own unique serial number and the craftsmanship and precious metals involved in production ensure each pen will be instantly collectable
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Crown Perfumery
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Very few companies have obtained the majestic reputation that the world-renowned Crown Perfumery Company has since 1872. This prestigious fragrance house was granted Queen Victoria's own crown's image to top their exquisite collection of fragrance bottles and the company's success has spanned the world with scents that evoke a timeless era of splendor and richness. Featuring only the finest ingredients, flowers, herbs, aromatic woods and natural oils, each Crown Perfumery fragrance was once inspired by or created for famous personalities, including King Edward VII, the Empress Elisabeth of Austria, Greta Garbo, Charlie Chaplin and Laurence of Arabia. The cream and gold packaging for women and the green and gold for men are topped with Queen Victoria's crown replica as a sign of elegance, excellence and quality.
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D R Harris
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The D.R. Harris apothecary was established in 1790 on St James's Street, London, in the heart of gentlemen's clubland. Since its foundation this family business has served the gentry and the Court of St. James's, and in 1938 was granted the Royal Warrant as chemists to HM Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother. Continuing the tradition, in 2002 D.R. Harris and Co. was granted the Royal Warrant at Chemists to HRH The Prince of Wales. Over the years, loyal customers have ranged from Ambassadors and Statesmen, Field Marshals and Admirals, to rakes and dandies. All of D.R. Harris's preparations are handmade and packaged on the company's premises in London using the same traditional methods developed over 200 years ago.
D.R. Harris fragrances are light, suitable to wear on all occasions and loved by people of all ages who appreciate the finer things in life. Today D.R. Harris provides the modern world with a continuity of service and tradition, and an ever widening range of colognes, skincare, haircare and shaving preparations for the truly discerning.
D.R. Harris preparations are not tested on animals, and the spray containers are non-aerosol.
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Daines & Hathaway
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British leather goods specialist Daines and Hathaway was founded in 1922 by two master craftsmen, Charles Hathaway and William Daines, both manufacturers of quality leather goods in Walsall, West Midlands. Eighty-three years on, the company still retains these centuries-old skills and is renowned worldwide for its craftsmanship. It manufactures everything from photo frames to business cases, and stockists include top department stores such as Harrods and Fortnum & Mason in London and Barneys and Saks in New York . Daines and Hathaway also manufactures for Smythsons of Bond Street, Thomas Pink Shirts, Jaguar, Rolls Royce, Aston Martin, Ritz Hotels and Ascot racecourse. Previously known for its classic and traditional style, the brand's latest collection offers contemporary leathers, fresh colours and new, modern designs.
Daines and Hathaway are located in Walsall, England, the traditional home of the Leather Goods Industry. The company was founded in 1922 and is the longest remaining leather goods manufacturer of its stature. The company manufacture the finest hand made leather products to exacting standards and utilizing skills that have been honed for nearly a century. Only the finest raw materials are used when producing timeless leather masterpieces and these include classic English bridle hides, beautiful supple calf skins, exquisite printed leathers and a comprehensive range of incredible exotics.
From Wallets, Document Cases, Ladies Purses to Desk Top Furniture, Daines and Hathaway products are sold by many of the worlds most prestigious retailers where the truly discerning clients shop and who understand precisely what goes into producing such luxury individual pieces.
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English Toys
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EnglishHall.com is proud to bring the tradition and quality inherent in British toy-making to the global audience of the World Wide Web, with toys sourced from the British Toymakers Guild, of which we are an associate member.
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Floris
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Floris London is one of the world's most traditional perfume makers, established in 1730 by Juan Famenias Floris. Juan began by securing premises in London's St. James's, and then blending oils, essences and fixatives, transported from Europe, into the first Floris fragrances. Floris fragrances quickly became the talk of fashionable London society, while St James's was the epicentre for distinguished London gentlemen in the 18th century. The first Royal Warrant granted to J. Floris Ltd was in 1820, and the company has since held sixteen others, down to the two they hold today. It is Floris's superior quality products, distinctive fragrances and expertise have ensured the healthy survival and unique position of the Floris family business in the world of perfumer's for over 275 years.
The origins of some of Floris's best loved fragrances have very particular stories, for example: Special 127 was produced especially for Russia's Grand Duke Orloff in 1890 and following his death took its name from the page number of the 'Specials' formula book which it occupied. The gentleman's fragrance, No 89, simply takes it name from Floris's Jermyn Street premises.
Since opening in 1730, Floris has provided fragrance, fine toiletries and accessories to an incredibly loyal customer base. The Floris archives hold reams of treasured letters from customers detailing their preferences and their thanks, examples include:
Florence Nightingale: 25th July 1863 - thanking Mr.Floris for his 'sweet-smelling nosegay' and giving news of the Army's sickness record in India. Mary Shelley, who whilst abroad sent friends clear instructions on where to purchase her favourite combs: Floris. Beau Brummell, the dandy of his day in the early 19th century, would discuss his current fragrances at length with Mr.Floris. Floris is even a fictional character's choice! Ian Fleming's James Bond always wore Floris No.89, while Al Pacino's character in Scent of a Woman famously declared he knew the woman in his 'sights' (sic) was wearing Floris fragrance.
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Paxton & Whitfield
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Paxton & Whitfield's origins began in 1742 when Sam Cullen set up a cheese stall in London's Aldwych market. As the city became increasingly affluent Sam moved his cheese business closer to his wealthy customer base, on Jermyn Street, where the main shop still stands today. He also took on two new partners - Harry Paxton and Charles Whitfield. In 1850 Paxton & Whitfield was appointed cheesemonger to H.M. Queen Victoria. It was the first of many Royal Warrants that the company has held down to the present day. Paxton & Whitfield continue to offer all the essentials for the enjoyment of cheese and associated fine foods. As Sir Winston Churchill once commented "A gentleman only buys his cheese from Paxton & Whitfield".
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Swaine Adeney Brigg
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Swaine Adeney was founded in 1750 in Piccadilly, London. They received their first Royal Warrant from George III for carriage driving whips, and have received Warrants from successive monarchs thereafter. They continue to apply the centuries old leather goods skills of their original Master Craftsmen in the creation of an exclusive range of travel goods and business cases. In 1943 the company merged with Brigg and Sons the Royal Umbrella Makers. Brigg umbrellas are exquisite items, world renowned for their durability and inimitable class. All Swaine Adeney Brigg attaché cases, document cases, luggage and umbrellas are still produced in the company's Cambridgeshire workshops using the same time honoured hand crafting skills as were employed 250 years ago.
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Truefitt & Hill
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Truefitt & Hill's prestigious history began in 1805 during the reign of King George III, when William Francis Truefitt opened his first Gentlemen's Barber Shop at 2 Cross-Lane, Long Acre, London . Since then, clientele have included members of the male line of the Royal Family, members of visiting Royal Households, members of both Houses of Parliament, ambassadors visting dignatories, diplomats and all other strata of British Society. Truefitt & Hill is the world's oldest barbershop and current Royal Warrant holders to H.R.H. The Duke of Edinburgh. Many of their fine preparations have been formulated in the same way for over 190 years and provide discerning gentlemen with only the finest in grooming and shaving products, giving them the opportunity to look and feel their very best.
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