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Evening Darlings! If you didnāt see, on Tuesday it was Country Classic Lucindaās first birthday- and we made a pretty big deal out of it! Can you believe we have made it through the first year? Blogging is a huge passion of mine, and I have been so lucky that all of the hard work I put into the blog and it’s content, really pays off.
As a huge thank you to my audience, I wanted to launch a giveaway, so that one of the CCL followers could win a mega bundle of Summer prizes. This blog is so lucky to have such a supportive and engaging audience, and I have loved getting to know you over the past year, as well as sharing my blog with you. The Big Birthday Giveaway has now launched over on Instagram, so I wanted to share with you some more information about the giveaway, and the amazing prizes on offer!
The giveaway is running over on the Country Classic Lucinda’s Instagram page, you can find the post you need to enter, here. There are 5 amazing prizes on offer, which make up a bundle of over Ā£430, which one lucky CCL follower will win. The bundle is pulled together from some of my very favourite brands, and I know you’ll love the prizes just as much as I do. I love love LOVE to hype about brands and products that genuinely make me happy, you’ll know that I selectively work and blog about those items that really make me excited about country fashion, and why I fell in love with ‘fashion’ and what I do, in the first place.
So let’s have a look at what is included in The Big Birthday Giveaway:
Fairfax & Favor
It doesnāt take any explaining that I am obsessed with this brand. I have adored them for years- and I have quite the collection, which sees endless use. I purchased my first pair of boots whilst at University, and it seemed a huge investment at the time, but that very pair of boots is still going strong. If you haven’t read the story of how Fairfax & Favor started, I urge you to do so. You can find the story of Fairfax & Favor here.
The Fairfax & Favor Prize: The Winchester Navy Leather Travel Wallet.
This prize is spectacular, wow! I havenāt seen the travel wallet before, so I wasnāt sure about sizing, and how it would look inside. Letās just say, it really doesnāt disappoint.
The travel wallet has been designed to be practical and spacious, whilst remaining effortlessly stylish. Featuring two large zip compartments and one smaller zip compartments. Once inside, there is also card holders. The outer of the wallet is grained leather, with a detachable loop handle and finished with the F&F shield.
This wallet is available on the Fairfax and Favor website, in a further two colours – Tan and Chocolate.
Shop The Winchester here.
Grays 1922
Founded in 1922, Grays is an Englsih lifestyle brand, selling country gifts and equestrian themed leather products. I have various products from Grays, and their leather products really do get better with age. As an equestrian myself, I automatically gravitate towards equestrian inspired products and accessories. Anything with a snaffle bit on, is usually a yes from me. There is something very special about Grays products.
The Grays 1922 Prize: The Haston Bag in Brown Leather.
Prize number two for our lucky winner is the Haston Bag in brown leather. This saddle bag inspired style features beautiful brown leather, with snaffle detailing. The snaffle bits have been incorporated onto both the strap, and the front of the bag – making this perfect for the equestrian enthusiast, as well as those looking to expand their country wardrobe.
The bag features an adjustable strap, which extends to a length of 60cm, a magnetic catch from opening, and an internal pocket, featuring a zip closure.
Sizing – L – 30cm, W – 8cm, H – 18cm .
You can shop the Haston Bag online in its various colourways here.
Sporting Hares
Sporting Hares are a British Countryside brand, designing practical and stylish products that applaud the country lifestyle. Whether you’re an equestrian, shooting or countryside enthusiast, Sporting Hares will have a product for you. This brand has featured several times throughout out my blog, so you’ll be no stranger to how much I love this brand, and how highly I think of them and their products. I am an equestrian myself, and somewhat of an awful shot, so I have put my SH products to use practically, as well as using them as stylish pieces to make up my country wardrobe – ticking all the boxes for me!
The Sporting Hares prize: Fenston Sunglasses in Distresed.
I have owned a pair of these SH sunglasses myself, so I can speak from experience when I speak about these – they have also featured as part of previous blogs, so you can always find out a little more about them. I am very picky about my sunglasses. I have a small head, and I drive A LOT, so finding something comfortable, practical and something that doesn’t tint the light too weirdly is a must for me.
The Distressed Fenston sunglasses take luxury eyewear up a notch, with their CR-39 polarised lenses and natural grain wooden frames. The arms of the Fenston sunglasses are spring loaded, meaning they ensure comfort for the wearing and a good fit. The lens are a bold blue, making them both eyecatching, and stylish.
You can shop the Fenston Sunglasses in their two colours, here.
Teddy Edward Clothing
I have raved about this brand before in several blogs now, and I still stand by what I’ve said many a times. I LOVE this brand, everything about it from the limited numbers of products – knowing that what you’re wearing is unique, to the values the brand holds. If you’d like to read the brand values, you can find them here. This is definitely something people are much more concious of now, and they want to know more ‘behind the scenes’ from brands, and the values that they base their business on. Teddy Edward outline all of those in the link provided, and I think you’ll be just as impressed as I was.
You have probably seen that I live in my Teddy Edward jeans and skirt, so I can 100% vouch for the quality and design behind this brand.
The Teddy Edward Clothing Prize: Ava Luxury T-Shirt in your choice of Black or White.
For prize number four, we have the Teddy Edward Ava Luxury T-shirt. The Ava T-shirt will effortlessly take you from day to night, so whether you want to pair with a skirt and boots, or a pair of skinnies and heels, this T-shirt is the perfect go to look. Make from a soft British spun cotton blend, the Ava features a scoop neck and curved hem, to flatter and compliment your shape. The winner will be able to pick their preferred colour choice, from the black or white option available.
Shop the Teddy Edward Ava Luxury T-shirt here.
Daltons
Want to meet a superwoman? Welcome to Daltons! Founded by Emma in 2014, Dalton’s pride themselves on quality investment leather accessories, and let me tell you – you wouldn’t be disappointed. Emma handcrafts many of these products herself, with elegance and innovation at the heart of the creations.
I am just a little bit obsessed with belts, they complete an outfit, and can be as much or as little of a talking point as you like – I always recommend investing in good quality belts, that will carry you through all the seasons, and last you for many happy years. I don’t think I am ever without a belt, so for me they are an absolute essential.
The Daltons Prize: The Signature Snaffle Clasp Belt in your choice of leather colour – Navy, Tan or Brown.
The final prize in our incredible giveaway is one of Dalton’s Signature Snaffle Clasp Belts. I have one of these belts in the suede option, so I can safely say I know the quality of the product, and I couldn’t be more impressed!
These belts are just the most perfect addition to a country wardrobe – in fact, I would go as far as to saying that I don’t think a country wardrobe is quite complete without a snaffle belt. These are ideal for pairing with a dress, skirt or jeans, so the opportunities and ways to wear really are endless.
If you win this amazing giveaway, you will be able to choose your choice of leather, from the 3 different options – Brown, Tan or Navy.
Sizing guide: XX Small, 28”, Dress size 4 | X Small, 31”, Dress size 6-8 | Small, 33”’, Dress size 8- 10 | Medium, 35”, Dress size 10-12 | Medium/Large, 37”, Dress size 14 | Large, 39”, Dress size 16 .
You can shop the leather signature snaffle clasp belt here.
All of these giveaway items compliment each other so perfectly, and really do create the ultimate summer bundle for one lucky winner! I am so excited to have put this together for you, and what incredible brands have joined me, and offered such generosity for you as such a loyal and incredible audience.
That is all for now my darlings. Don’t forget to head over to this Instagram Post to enter. I wish you the best of luck, and thank you so much for your support.
See you soon!
Lots of love, Lucinda xo
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- Steal my style ā¦ The Cheltenham November meetingWith the next dates at Cheltenham races just around the corner, thereās no better time than to reflect on what I wore for the three days over the November meeting! The November meeting really is the start of the build up to the Cheltenham Festival, it brings big crowds and even bigger excitement. Of course fashion is flowing at this event, with outfits being planned weeks in advance, and everyone getting their statement pieces ready to go! Outfit One This was my favourite outfit of the three days. I was so pleased how this turned out! Using two very simple colours, black and plum, a really slick outfit came together. The statement headpiece was the real talking point of the outfit, however the simplicity of the combination of colours really made for a sophisticated look. A simple roll neck jumper and houndstooth skirt made the base of this outfit, with the rest of the layers and accessories tying into the same theme. The cosy scarf makes this look weather appropriate, whilst the velvet jacket adds texture. This was the most formal outfit of the meet, and I think this is a style that could be so easily recreated for your own race days! Steal my style: Headpiece | Josephines Country Collection Fur scarf | That Scarf Jacket | Welligogs (you can use āLUCINDA10ā for discount online) Roll neck | Primark Belt | Mackenzie & George Skirt | Shein Bag | Grays Boots | Fairfax & Favor Outfit Two Day two incorporated a few different colours to create an outfit with a bit of a colour pop! A simple herringbone skirt and roll neck as a starting point for the outfit. Layering from there I used a 1/4 zip in a gorgeous pale blue, and a navy blue trench coat to elevate the look. Iāve used navy tights and navy boots to keep the foundation colour of the outfit as a darker colour, allowing those light colours to pop through the accessories. My headpiece, scarf and bag all incorporate a softer coral/orange. Steal my style: Headpiece | Josephineās Country Collection Scarf/Skirt | Shein Jumper/Quarter zip | Schoffel Trench Coat | Holland Cooper Clothing Bag | Katie Loxton Boots | Fairfax & Favor Outfit Three Day three felt like a more relaxed outfit. I opted for jeans for a start, whilst these feel a little more casual, opting for a simple black, navy or white helps to keep the outfit elevated. I chose a big chunky knit jumper, to temperature at Cheltenham racecourse is always about 5 degrees lower than anywhere else! With this I teamed a simple Zara jacket. This piece was Vinted bargain. When it comes to race day outfits, shopping secondhand or through these resale sites is an amazing way to achieve a high class look at a fraction of the price. Iāve just accessories to bring the colours of the outfit together. A more statement natural feather headpiece to smarten up the look. A tartan handbag, and brown boots and belt. Steal my style: Headpiece | Highbird Designs Jumper | Holland Cooper Clothing Jacket | Zara Belt | Mackenzie & George Jeans | Lovall Boots | Fairfax & Favor Bag | Grays My Christmas gift guide is about to go live! I cannot wait to share with you lots of inspiration! Thatās all for now my darlings! Lots of love, Lucinda xo āThere are other things that I could do, but there’s really nothing that I love as much as horse racing.ā ~ Chantal Sutherland Check out my latest posts
- Get ready for ā¦ The Cheltenham November Meet! Your style guide – everything you need to know about what to wear, where to shop, and how to make the most of your outfit!Hello my darlings. Well, racing content is in full force now, and despite a very poorly laptop having been away for a few weeks, with the outcome that it cannot be fixed, we are still somehow here with The Cheltenham November Meet blog! I am so excited to share with you this blog. Consider this your bible for the 2024 November meeting. Iām talking where to shop, what to wear, and how to make the most of your outfits! This meeting is now less than a week away, so what are you waiting for! Letās begin! What is The November Meeting, where is it, and when is it? The Cheltenham November Meeting is one of the key events in the British jump racing calendar, taking place at the iconic Cheltenham Racecourse. Often referred to as the āShowcase of the Season,ā the three day event occurs over a weekend in mid-November and serves as a major fixture in the lead-up to the Cheltenham Festival, which is held in March. Many of the top National Hunt horses make an appearance, and performances during this meeting are often viewed as indicators of form for the Festival. The first day, known as āCountryside Day,ā celebrates the link between racing and rural life, with events including charity races, countryside displays, and auctions to support rural causes. The day typically features novice hurdles and chases, that showcase up-and-coming talent. Saturday is the highlight, featuring the prestigious Paddy Power Gold Cup, a Grade 3 handicap chase that attracts a competitive field and is seen as a major race in its own right. This day also includes other top-level contests, offering ample opportunities for racing fans to see some of the seasonās rising stars. The final day, Sunday, is more relaxed, family-oriented, with races featuring more high-caliber horses. The Sunday races often attract experienced runners and previous Festival winners, making it a thrilling finale. The Cheltenham November Meeting runs from Friday 15th to Sunday 17th November 2024 Now, what to wear ā¦ The November Meeting is one of the most stylish dates in the racing calendar, but the unpredictable British weather means that layering and thoughtful styling are essential. Hereās a comprehensive guide to creating a Cheltenham-ready outfit with detailed recommendations from my top brands. Letās dive in! 1. Start with a good base To keep warm in the often chilly and damp November weather, a cosy base is essential. Start with a fitted jumper or roll neck, providing insulation without adding bulk. These donāt have to be expensive. I often get my basics from M&S, H&M, Primark or Shein. I also love going for some colour in these, as well as having those essential neutrals. If youāre looking for something a little more special, why not try the below: ā¢ Fairfax & Favor: F&F have recently launched a first for them, the Anna Jumper. I have recently featured this jumper in my Burghley Horse Trials blog, so do have a look back over that if you want the specifics. I have this jumper in Ecru, in a size Medium, and I love it! It comes in at Ā£145, but it is a soft and luxurious piece in neutral, easy to wear colours! ā¢ Holland Cooper: The home of luxury country knitwear, so I wonāt list them all. However, they have a huge selection of choices, from thinner, more fitted roll necks, to really chunky pieces. The gold hardware on these pieces is what really sets them apart, and the endless options available mean youāll be spoilt for choice! ā¢ Nicola Sexton: If a pop of colour is what youāre looking for, Nicola Sexton is the brand. They have a range of gorgeous jumpers in both fun and neutral colourways. They also have a range in to match the colourways of their footwear – creating the most seamless outfit looks! 2. Trousers, skirt or dress? Choosing the right bottoms is all about finding that balance between warmth and elegance. You might want to opt for a dress as your base piece. During the National Hunt season, think chunky knit dresses as opposed to those floral favourites opted for at the likes of Ascot. If a dress isnāt your thing, you canāt go wrong with a tweed skirt. Those of you preferring trousers, I would opt for black, navy or white jeans. These are again a base piece of your outfit, and they donāt have to cost a fortunate. I wear my jeans from Lovall the most, they are super flattering, and really easy to wear. Whilst there are tons of luxury skirts out there, there are also budget friendly options from the likes of Primark, Zara, Shein and Rydale, and the same goes for knitwear dresses! When it comes to dresses or skirts, if you pair your tights to your boots or footwear, you will create a much more streamlined look, as well as really lengthening by your legs! If you wear black boots, opt for black tights, chocolate boots with brown tights or tan boots with neutral tights. I often just get my tights from Primark – usually I end up laddering a pair or two!! A couple of the luxury country pieces Iām loving at the moment are: ā¢ Holland Cooper: Again, there are endless dress and tweed skirt options available through Holland Cooper. The tailoring of their tweed skirts is absolutely beautiful and really does ooze luxury, whilst the hardware finish on their dresses sets these apart. ā¢ Joules: The launch of their Foxley tweed trousers has really caused a stir, super stylish and at a very affordable price within the country fashion world. These would make for a real statement outfit piece, but they also have a range of skirts and dresses available as well! 3. The essential tweed coat or cape Some sort of coat is a must at Cheltenham. Not only will this be part of your outfit, it will be essential for warmth. I prefer mid to longer length jackets for the races, they are flattering, and often help with a sophisticated and classy look. A tweed jacket really is a racing essential, and they come in so many different styles, suitable for all budgets. If you are wearing a midi or maxi dress, I would always try and go for a coat or jacket the same length or longer, this helps to streamline your look. A cape is another option you might like to consider. They are beautiful and flattering, and offer something a little more stand out, and different. These are also a great option on colder days, when you want to layer with lots more chunky options! Here are some of my standout options: ā¢ Welligogs: The brand of coats and jackets that I am most often seen in. The tailoring of these jackets is perfection, and the style and designs are exquisite! The quality of these jackets are amazing and the price point is really good for the product you are getting! A couple of my absolute favourites are the Savannah Peacan Wool Coat and the Knightsbridge Houndstooth Jacket. I have a Welligogs code for all of my lovely CCL following, use āLUCINDA10ā on your full priced items online on their website! ā¢ Holland Cooper: My trench coat from Holland Cooper was an aspirational and luxury purchase, and it was a real treat. I get lots of wear from it, and the tailoring and style of the piece really oozes luxury. Alongside these full length trench coats, they boast a huge variety of jackets, coats and capes, all of which are finished to perfection, and really can be the statement, stop and stare piece of an outfit! ā¢ Joules: Again if youāre looking for a slightly more budget friendly version, Joules is a great for both costs and blazers. They also have an option to match the above discussed Foxley trousers if a matching set is your thing! ā¢ Hunt & Hall: If you arenāt already familiar with this brand, they are well worth a look! Slightly more unique luxury clothing and their designs are sure to make a statement on the racecourse! I love their long jackets and capes – I have the Bilsdale cape which pairs perfectly with the Fairfax & Favor seasonal colourway, Moss Green. This cape is lightweight so perfect for pairing with chunky knitwear, but also making it suitable for your wardrobe all year round. ā¢ Fairfax & Favor: Jackets were introduced a few years ago now, and they have launched some really beautiful pieces. Whilst most iconically known for their footwear, the clothing range is holding its own out there! 4. Statements with a scarf The right scarf can add texture and color to your look, as well as a touch of luxury. I am usually seen accessorising with a silk scarf, and these are a really easy way to add a pop of colour or a statement to your outfit, particularly if you have opted for a more neutral outfit. If youāre looking for something warmer, (faux) fur lined scarves and shawls are a really popular option, and great for keeping you cosy and warm too! If youāre in search of one of these to complete your look, I recommend checking out That Scarf or Etton Taylor! Here are a few scarf recommendations: ā¢ Acacia Zuri: I am fairly new to this brand, but wow their designs are spectacular. Iāve also written about and showcased this brand on some of my more recent content so be sure to check that out if silk scarves are of interest. ā¢ Clare Haggas: Clare is the queen of country silk scarves, she will also be exhibiting at the November meeting for the first time this year. Her designs are incredibly beautiful, and oh so popular. Thereās something for everyone, including twillies, hair accessories and accessories for the men too! ā¢ Joules: Wanting luxury on a budget, Joules is the place to shop your silk scarves! Typically priced around the Ā£40 mark, their range of scarves are often equestrian themed and in a really beautiful palette of colours! 5. Practical yet stylish footwear The grounds at Cheltenham can be wet and muddy, so footwear is something that should be considered carefully. I am absolutely not one of these pain is beauty kind of girls, my footwear needs to do a job, and do it well. Just like many others, I have to consider where I spend my money, and footwear is an area of outfit planning that I think deserves the luxury brand and price tag. I will happily buy the very affordable version of many items of clothing but I love my luxury footwear, and I do believe it can elevate the whole outfit. You could wear a whole outfit from Shein or Primark, and the right footwear could completely change the look! I may well be biased, but there is only one footwear option for me to recommend here. I have been buying and wearing this brand for over 10 years now, and I think you can see why. Whilst there are plenty of options out there, this is my recommendation: ā¢ Fairfax & Favor: It was the iconic suede Regina boot that launched F&F into the spotlight in the country fashion world, and boy can you see why. These boots are a work of art. If the classic Spanish style boot isnāt quite your thing, never fear, their footwear collection spans well beyond, including everything from leather loafers to shearling lined outdoor boots! 6. Add a hat or fascinator for a polished look Hats and fascinators will come in all different forms at Cheltenham, with everything from classic fedora hats in neutral colours, to the most extravagant and statement fascinators, and everything else in between! Itās always fun to add a hat to your outfit, and I have some options highlighted below that are both stylish and practical: ā¢ Schoffel: If youāre looking for a classic Fedora thatās really well made,…
- What to wear to Cheltenham Races! Two outfits perfect for the upcoming National Hunt season!Hello my darlings! Welcome back to a very autumnal blog, and what is the start of the Cheltenham Races jump season! For those of you who are new to the sport, National Hunt racing, commonly known as jump racing, is a type of horse racing where horses compete over a course that includes fences, or hurdles. This style of racing is different from flat racing, and tests both jumping ability and endurance. There are two main types of National Hunt racing: hurdles, which involve those lower obstacles, and steeplechases, which feature the larger, more solid looking fences. The sport is especially popular during winter months, with many of its most prestigious events, such as the Cheltenham Festival and the Grand National, attracting top horses, jockeys, and trainers! Fashion and style are key to the experience at race days, where spectators embrace country style and fashion throughout their attire. Unlike the more formal and summery styles seen at flat racing throughout the warmer months, winter jump racing fashion leans towards sophistication and practicality, blending warmth with style. Tweed, tailored suits, cosy jumper dresses, and practical footwear are the most popular choices, often paired with statement accessories like fedora hats, fascinators, scarves and gloves. Bold, classic colors such as deep greens, plums, browns and navy dominate, reflecting the season and the countryside setting. Dressing for the weather is key during these winter racing months. Layers are essentials, along with footwear suitable for standing all day, as well as some mud or rain! Trench coats, capes and blazers are a popular choice, alongside trousers or tweed skirts, and finishing with leather or suede boots. My outfits from The Showcase Last week welcomed the first day of many at Cheltenham Racecourse for this season, The Showcase. The Showcase always falls in October, and welcomes National Hunt racing to Cheltenham for the season, which then ends in May. As always, style and warmth is on the mind of those attending. As a member of the racecourse, I went for both days of the meet, you can find details of my outfits below. š Outfit One š Day one of the two day meeting incorporated the gorgeous earthy shades of green to complete an autumnal look. This gorgeous green shade mixed with a light cream foundation comprising of a simple roll neck jumper and tweed skirt makes for a really simple but elegant National Hunt outfit. Steal my style: Fedora | Joules Fur scarf | Unknown (vintage piece) Scarf tassel | That Scarf Cape | Hunt & Hall Roll neck | Schoffel Country Skirt | Shein Bag/Boots/Belt | Fairfax & Favor š Outfit Two š Warm, rich tones were the theme for day two. I have been loving the colourway āplumā ever since Fairfax & Favor launched this as their colour of the season last year. Itās a really easy colour to colour match with. I have gone for another ready to recreate look, simply using a tweed skirt and jumper, mixed with a statement coat and accessories! Steal my style: Fedora | Josephineās Country Collection Jumper | Primark Belt | Mackenzie & George Skirt | Shein Coat/Boots | Fairfax & Favor Bag | Barkworth Reeve Twilly | Clare Haggas From both my outfits, you can see Iāve used a really mix of brands both budget and luxury, to achieve a polished overall look! Iād love to know which was your favourite! And I cannot wait to share with you my upcoming November meet outfits! Thatās all for now! See you in the next blog! Lots of love, Lucinda xo āAnd all at once, summer collapsed into fall.ā āOscar Wilde Check out my latest posts:
