On a (Watch) Roll…

October 7, 2009 by Smythson Site Editor

Conde Nast Traveller October 2009

 

Our innovative leather watch rolls look wonderful in this month’s Conde Nast Traveller, in shades for men and women: classic Black, luxe Brown Mara and new Malachite: remove the interior nubuck roll and use as a clutch – the perfect way to channel this season’s trend for opulent teals

New Designs Just Arrived Online…

October 5, 2009 by Smythson Site Editor

Take a look at a selection of our brand new designs for Autumn/Winter that have just arrived online:

The Two Piece Card Case in Red Viana.

The Nancy Key Fob, shown here in Cobalt (also available in Aubergine and Black)

The new multi-purpose Leather Pouch, available in three sizes (shown here in small).The new Sunglasses Case in Red Viana.

Introducing the Iris Window

September 30, 2009 by Smythson Site Editor

Our newly-installed window display features our latest Iris collection alongside the modern classic Nancy handbag in this season’s rich Aubergine shade.  Drawing on our rich heritage as a luxury stationer and echoing the multi-faceted, shimmering shagreen print used on the Iris collection itself, purple paper ‘twirls’ are set against a backdrop of mirrors to create a distinctly ‘boudoir’ feel…

Just Arrived Online: The Iris Collection

September 29, 2009 by Smythson Site Editor

Our latest collection for Autumn/Winter ‘09 is now available online.   Featuring an exquisite shagreen-print leather which has taken years to source and perfect, the range boasts a host of beautiful beauty accessories, purses and diaries - in addition to a new set of  multipurpose zip pouches.  Available in three sizes – they are perfect for storing everything from receipts, change and currency to jewellery and make-up.  Plus, the collection’s shimmering shade of leather is sure to add a touch of sparkle to the winter months …

 

Browse the entire Iris collection here.

Gossip Girl Loves Smythson…

September 25, 2009 by Smythson Site Editor

 

A second Gossip Girl sighting this week – Blair is spotted packing our classic Panama notebooks as she prepares to begin college at NYU during the second episode of Gossip Girl Season 3, ‘The Freshman’ …

Spotted at London Fashion Week

September 23, 2009 by Smythson Site Editor

The Erica at Burberry last night…

The First Day of Autumn…

September 22, 2009 by Smythson Site Editor

Autumn officially begins today – the perfect time to release our latest, new-look Autumn/Winter Catalogue, featuring a host of both classic and new leather accessories from our core and fashion collections, as well as our range of new 2010 diaries and watermarked stationery. 

 Browse online, download a PDF or request a copy to be delivered to your door

Getting Ready for LFW…

September 18, 2009 by Smythson Site Editor

London Fashion Week is looming (it officially starts today!) and many an editor is sure to be armed with a Smythson agenda to navigate all the shows.

the london map in our fashion diary

With indispensible maps and up-to-the-minute listings for each fashion capital, the 2010 Fashion Diary is the perfect choice for any style-setter, in classic  bright Emerald and our latest Autumn/Winter shades of Iris and Malachite.

 

Here are a few choice picks from our fashion diary listings of where to eat, drink and stay in London…

Eat:

Club &  Cellar Gascon – 57-59 West Smithfield, EC1, Tel: 020 7796 0600

Wahaca – 66 Chandos Place, WC2, Tel: 020 7240 1883

Cecconi’s – 5a Burlington Gardens, W1, Tel: 020 7434 1500

Stay:

The Berkely – Wilton Place, SE1, Tel: 020 7235 6000

The Covent Garden Hotel – 10 Monmouth St, WC2, Tel: 020 7806 1000

The Portobello – 22 Stanley Gardens, W11, Tel: 020 7727 2777

Delis & Cafes:

Bob Bob Ricard – 1 Upper James St, W1, Tel 020 3145 1000

The Hummingbird Bakery – 133 Portobello Road, W11, Tel: 020 7229 6446

Tea – 1 Paternoster Square, St Paul’s Churchyard, EC4, Tel: 020 7248 6606

Hot Gossip: Serena spotted with a Smythson Coral Notebook

September 16, 2009 by Smythson Site Editor

While perusing instyle.co.uk today, we spotted Blake Lively aka Serena Van Der Woodsen on the set of Gossip Girl Season 3 with a Smythson Coral Manuscript Book in tow -  we think the vivid shade and chic white enamel clasp suits her style to a T…  xoxo

(PS the Coral Collection will only be available online  for a few more days)

Last Chance To Buy: The Coral Collection

September 15, 2009 by Smythson Site Editor

If you’ve been wondering whether to invest in our vibrant calf leather Coral collection, with  its pretty papaya interiors and chic white enamel closures, today is your final chance.

From our sweet ‘Keep Calm & Carry On’ notebook to the super stylish Travel Clutch (as sported by Lady GaGa), as well as signature  staples such as the Passport Cover, Cosmetics Case and Bordered Stationery – the range is sure to add a pop of colour to your everyday accessories – so why not snap up a piece of the Coral Collection before it goes?