Velvet Blog

I read your recent suggestion for chest of drawers as storage solutions. They are great but I’m looking for something more original myself. Do you have anything at Velvet?

Rosie Clarke, Brighton

Nick says: ‘We have just ordered in some amazing trunks – they might not be to everyone’s taste but they are certainly original (Emma has just bought some for our home). I picture them with delicate clothes draped out in a French style bedroom, or neatly stacked in a clinical white modern room with rustic floorboards. They are large enough to store plenty of clothes or bits and bobs. Buy one or invest in a set of three (pictured). There’s something very Gucci about them! Except that prices start from just £55. If trunks aren’t to your taste then why not visit our stores for more ideas!’

It’s my Mums 50^th birthday next month and she loves your stores. I’m looking for something really great for her. Have you got any special ranges in at the moment?

Robert, via email

Emma says: ‘We’re glad your Mum likes Velvet! The easiest thing to suggest would be a gift voucher. We can sell them for any multiple of £5. This way your Mum can come in and choose whatever she likes in any of our stores. If you would prefer to choose something more personal though then here are a few suggestions. In the lead up to Christmas we have a beautiful range of toiletries including ranges from Heathcote and Ivory, Cath Kidston and Sanderson – each of these are stunning. We also have a beautiful handmade range of signs, candles, mirrors and accessories from East of India which are all handmade - making each item unique! All these gifts have prices starting from just £2.99.’

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