Direct from the Royal Collection and via Harrods in London these splendid pieces of china are direct, faithful copies of the finest and most sophisticated  examples in the world – those of the Buckingham Palace Collection.

Harrods ship worldwide so no matter where you live, you too can enjoy the fine china used by Her Majesty the Queen, her guests and her family. These are hand-finished pieces and many feature twenty-two carat gold trim.

Some of these designs date back hundreds of years – the ones you see above are from the Victoria and Albert Collection.

Explore the Harrods website and you’ll find many luxury, high quality gifts and remember, with the exception of some foodstuffs,they can be shipped to anywhere in the world. If you’re looking for a gift for ‘the man who has everything’ the chances are strong that you’ll find ... Read More »]]> http://tastesmagazine.com/china-from-buckingham-palace/feed/ 0 http://tastesmagazine.com/gifts-from-the-royal-collection/ http://tastesmagazine.com/gifts-from-the-royal-collection/#comments Mon, 18 Aug 2014 07:11:06 +0000 Jackie http://tastesmagazine.com/?p=1603

Today, this exclusive store ships to countries all over the world so we can all enjoy delightful items from their ranges, wherever we are. And they make truly stunning gifts, especially for people who are Anglophiles. Most of range is produced in limited numbers so you know that you are buying an beautiful product that will become a collectors’ item.

These lovely decor items are bound to increase in value so you are creating family heirlooms that will give pleasure to generations to come.

See this lovely range

The birth of a child is a very special occasion indeed – probably the most special. Do you have a little boy in your life that deserves the best? If so, then you need look no further than Harrods of London for the very best in clothing and accessories. You’re not in the UK? No problem, Harrods ships worldwide.

There was a time when their exclusive goods were available only to royalty and the aristocracy – those days are over. Now you too can dress your own little prince in clothing fit for a truly royal baby. See sleepsuits, bodysuits and delightful sets from designers such as Ralph Lauren, Armani, Burberry and of course, Harrods branded goods too.

See the entire gorgeous selection

Their logo is famous throughout the world and it has a certain caché too. I well remember the days when people used to go to the food hall and buy a simple apple just so they could also get a carrier bag bearing the prestigious logo. Today, that famous brand can be seen on a variety of goods, from key chains and pens, to bags and iPhone cases. What’s more, these are inexpensive and can be shipped worldwide – an inexpensive gift with style. See the best sellers Just one of our favorites…

Now that the luxurious Harrods branded goods are available online, you can show your appreciation to your clients in a truly memorable way. Shopping at the Brompton Road store is subjected to many rules and regulations (did you know that unaccompanied children under fifteen can’t enter?) but shopping using their inline store is convenient and fun.

We can’t all visit London but we can buy their luxurious items as now, Harrods deliveries are made throughout the world. Did you know that Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, is banned from Harrods? He can’t shop there but you can! Here is our selection of items that make splendid gifts – or why not treat yourself?

Visit Harrods online gift ideas

There was a time when the highly prized branded goods from Harrods were only available to lucky Londoners or to tourists visiting Britain. (Doesn’t everyone visiting London go to Harrods?) But that was in the old days; today this prestigious store ships its luxury, branded goods worldwide. (Food items cannot be delivered to Australia and New Zealand however, but other purchases are fine).

The tea and the preserves that you see here represent only a fraction of the highest quality goods available. What wonderful gifts these items make – a true symbol of style.

Visit Harrods of London

We loved last year’s bear and like many people, wondered what this prestigious London store would create for 2014. Now all can be revealed. The 2013 annual bear was very gentlemanly (see him here) with his smart city pinstriped waistcoat and sharp red accessories.

This year, Harrods have gone for something completely different – scroll down to meet George Howard, the 2014 annual Harrods bear. (I suspect that one of the first recipients of this lovely toy was another George – Prince George, the son of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, just six months old when this bear went on sale).

Who was George Howard? He was Harrods’ very first (and also longest-serving) delivery driver. What a wonderful gifts for anyone for whom 2014 is – or will be – a very ... Read More »]]> http://tastesmagazine.com/the-harrods-2014-bear/feed/ 0 http://tastesmagazine.com/burberry-for-babies-from-harrods-of-london/ http://tastesmagazine.com/burberry-for-babies-from-harrods-of-london/#comments Sun, 27 Oct 2013 08:24:29 +0000 Jackie http://tastesmagazine.com/?p=2390

The British Royal Family make no secret of their fondness for Burberry clothing and fabrics. The Duchess of Cambridge – now acknowledged as a style icon in her own right – is following the traditional and is often to be seen dressed by this prestigious fashion house. Therefore it makes the best of sense that Prince George will be seen in the clothes seen above.

Should he have a baby sister in the future, I think we can also safely say that she too will be dressed in this iconic and sophisticated style – see examples below. Burberry is known for being extremely stylish but in a classic and understated way – just like royal mother Kate Middleton herself.

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