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Once repositories of postcards and toothpaste, hotel boutiques are now the perfect spot to nab limited edition collaborations and elevated gifts from local artisans. Even posh Parisian hotel Le Bristol is getting in on the act with Le Bristol Society lifestyle collection including sleepwear, sportswear and more – all with the hotel’s iconic insignia, bien sur. Plenty of independent hotels in Ireland are also acing this curated concept for some retail therapy. See some of our favourites below …
The Boutique at Cashel Palace recently opened on Main Street, with understated luxury and wellbeing at its core. John Hanly wraps, Memo Irish Leather toiletries, Westman Atelier beauty products and equestrian-inspired pieces from B Draddy, custom-branded for the hotel are some of the offering, not to mention preppy LL Bean tote bags. Pop in to browse before trying the new Recharge Health Bar in the pretty gardens for freshly made smoothies, coffees and matcha. @cashelpalace
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Charlotte & Co Boutique at Dromoland Castle honours the hotel’s historic connection to the textile industry, where the fashion-conscious will love items from Irish brands such as Cleo Prickett, Tidings, Colin Burke, Paula Rowan, Deborah Veale and Aoife Lifestyle, with new lines including Moon & Mellow and Magees Menswear. @dromolandcastlehotel
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Ashford Castle Estate, Co Mayo
Mrs Teas at Ashford Castle is celebrating its ten-year anniversary and has always been the place to find gorgeous gifts from heritage Irish brands such as Dubarry, Madigan cashmere and Magee 1866 to Foxford and Rathborne Candles. Silk pyjamas and quilted dog coats for winter walks are bestsellers. I also recommend the choccies from Paula Pastry @paula_pastry. Don’t leave without having a look at The Boutique where gems from Irish haute jeweller Nigel O’Reilly are showcased. @ashfordcastle
Guests staying at Mount Congreve will know its café and gift shop is one of the best in the south east. I particularly love the Foxford bedlinen, an exclusive collection with designer Helen McAlinden whose designs were inspired by the magnolias on the estate. This range is part of the “Sleep Like You’re in Mount Congreve” collection designed to immerse customers in the tranquillity of the world-renowned gardens. @mountcongreve
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Dromquinna Manor Estate, Co Kerry
Visit the new Shutters Lounge Bar at Dromquinna Manor overlooking Kenmare Bay before browsing its boutique where nautical homeware, tasty food items prepared in-house, toys and superb wine are just some of the highlights, sourced by owners Gwen and John Brennan. @dromquinnamanorofficial
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I’ve amassed quite a collection of Art Deco champagne coupes from The Westbury’s boutique where other must-buy items include its iconic Donegal Turf candle – a smoky, serene fragrance with notes of cedarwood and whiskey. The Sidecar Gin is a stylish addition to any bar cart. @westburydublin
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One of the best bars in London is The Red Room at The Connaught. You can now buy a range of refined gifts from hampers to mixology collections. My pick: a set of four Red Room Murano tumblers. @theconnaught
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To celebrate the centenary of Art Deco this year and the Paris Exhibition of 1925, Claridge’s London has a yearlong series of celebratory guest experiences and collaborations, with gifts to match, from hand embroidered slippers to scalloped edge notelet seta and artsy matches. @claridgeshotel
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When I visited Gleneagles last summer, I was impressed with its interesting boutiques – in fact there’s a full shopping arcade – which include collaborations with artisan makers such as ceramics by Laetitia Rouget, table linens from Summerill & Bishop, Kipper Club tweeds, Richard Brendon glassware and Jorum perfumes. @thegleneagleshotel
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The fashion-forward Arev St Tropez has just launched three fashion and lifestyle capsules with PAPER London, with pieces for wearing on the court, by the pool or at the bar. These all have a playful twist, reflecting the spirit of both brands – luxurious yet a little cheeky. @arev.sttropez
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Tablescapers take note: Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc now has Riedel Fatto a Mano wine glasses with hand-blown blue-and-white spiral stems, which will bring a touch of Riviera glamour to any table, and evoke the glamour of sun-soaked summers. @hotelducapedenroc
This boutique hotel in Mykonos has an exclusive fashion collaboration with Missoni. Not only will guests find the unmistakable graphic stripes and designs on the resort’s daybeds, they can purchase their exclusive tote bags too. @calimykonos
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Eden Rock St Barths, Caribbean
The legendary Eden Rock in St Barths X Diptyque is inspired by the hotel’s tropical yet elegant spirit. The range includes candles, pillow mists and home fragrances made with a bespoke ylang ylang fragrance, sustainably sourced from Mohéli in the Comoro Islands – an archipelago of volcanic islands off the south-east coast of Africa. @er_stbarths
Known as the Caribbean’s best kept secret, the island of Bequia (St Vincent & The Grenadines) is perfect for a barefoot island experience. Owned by the Mortstedt family, the property also has an exclusive swimwear collection, Bequia Beach Bums, founded and run by Elinor Mortstedt. Its latest collection SUNDAZE, draws inspiration from the captivating allure of island life.
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