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A designer of considerable experience and prestige, George Sowden began his career studying architecture at Glousceteshire College of Art in the 1960s before his passion for design led him to travel to Milan under the tutelage of his mentor, the Italian architect Ettore Sottsass, the so-called 'Godfather of Italian Cool'. Setting up his studio, SowdenDesign in 1981, he went on to work with many of the world's leading home wares brands, winning the coveted Italian design award Compasso d'Oro in 2001. Sowden's latest venture looks at turning the laborious business of making perfect coffee at home into a simple and satisfying exercise. On a visit to a factory in China, Sowden was impressed by the skill and dedication of the workers there, utilising their expertise to create the specially designed components that go into making the Sowden SoftBrew coffee pot so unique! Based on 'cupping', the infusion method used by expert taster to determine the qu...

The fine folks over at The Flight Centre Magazine have done us the honour of awarding Mrs White's Legs In The Air with their Editor's choice award for perfect on-the-go travel product! Perfect for alleviating the stressful effects of travel on the legs and feet, Mrs White's Legs In The Air is a unique blend of 11 natural ingredients specially formulated to provide complete daily care. Use in the morning as part of your regular beauty routine to moisturise, soften and generally prep your pins for the day ahead. Natural British beeswax locks in moisture and provides a layer of protection against whatever might cross your path. During the day if you feel like your legs are letting you down wake them up with a perky peppermint hit. What's more, Mrs White's Legs In The Air comes in a handy 50 ml plastic bottle, which you can carry on in your hand luggage. To find out more, why note head over to our website, here .

Roullier White were lucky enough to spend a day at the awe-inspiring 100% Design show in Kensington Olympia yesterday. The event featured some truly unique and stimulating creations in the world of design, from docking stations built into your table, to concrete garden chairs. The event showcased the forefront of interior design, with slick and beautiful furniture that longed to be part of your home. We have decided to showcase six companies, all unique in their own right. 1. Terra One of the first things that caught our eye were these deliciously crafted clay cups and bowls from Argentina. In the Terra studio, white clay is decorated with pigments, glaze and metal oxides, fixed firing the elements at 1120 C, which gives the pieces high mechanical resistance. The muted colours and the genius wooden spoon bowl holder won our hearts from the second we walked in. 2. Karven Next up is Dutch based company Karven. Simplicity in its most basic form is what defines Karven'...

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Ex Idolo is a niche fragrance house that has set the British perfume scene on fire in recent years. Following the release of their signature scent, Thirty Three, back in 2013, the fragrance world was left waiting a whole two years before news of the brand's latest release began to surface. Hand blended in London's Marylebone by talented nose Matt Zhuk, the quality and consistency of his perfumes is instantly evident, and new scent Ryder represents a new chapter in the emerging story of this exciting house. On the eve of Ryder's official launch, I was lucky enough to sit down with Matt to ask him a few questions: Both Ryder and your previous release, Thirty-Three, feature very special ingredients like aged Oud and rare Omani Frankincense. Is the ingredient your primary inspiration when creating a scent? For Thirty-Three I'd say that's probably more true than for Ryder although I have to admit that Omani Frankincense is a very inspiring material as well! ...

Today I'm wearing Autoportrait by Olfactive Studio, a rich, resinous composition that is perfectly suited to chilly, autumnal weather. Olfactive Studio are among the most intriguing modern fragrance houses in our collection here at Roullier White, taking inspiration from the world of photography in constructing their fabulous scents. Focussing on the art of collaboration, founder Céline Verleure sought to bring together photographers and perfumers to create a new form of olfactory inspiration. With photography from Luc Lapôtre, Clémence René-Bazin, and Frédéric Lebain (among others), a series of celebrated noses were tasked with transforming their stunning compositions into winning olfactory formulas. For Autoportrait, an image by Luc Lapôtre was transfigured into a warming, sensuous scent by nose Nathalie Lorson. Building from a light opening of fresh bergamot and the piney, herbacious resin of elemi, Autoportrait takes on sensational depth...

This month's edition of Living South Resident has just landed in store, and we're loving the collection of stylish living ideas on offer. Highlights this month include a delicious Polish dumpling recipe featuring wild mushrooms, and a fascinating feature on the energy efficient homes designed by East Dulwich architects, Alexander Owen Architecture. Pop into the store to pick up your free copy and enjoy this month's mix of local goings on and insightful spotlights on upcoming events not to miss out on!

The internet is awash with tips tricks, hacks and hints aimed at saving you time in the kitchen, and not a day goes by without some new gizmo being cooked up with the aim of saving you valuable minutes usually spent peeling spuds or dicing carrots. From ergonomic egg slicers to mechanical twizzling spaghetti forks, we've all got unused pieces of kitchen kit languishing at back of a cupboard somewhere. However, some kitchen gadgets have not only proven infinitely useful to the committed home cook, they've even been adopted by chefs in kitchens all around the world. Here's our pick of the five kitchen gadgets that have stood the test of time: 1. Mechanical Apple Peeler & Corer Anyone who's tried to core and peel a fresh batch of apples by hand will have found themselves wishing there was a solution to the monotonous task. Thankfully however, one has been in existence for longer than people realise! Since the late 18th century, people have been coming up with ...

We love the cool, confident design of Italian house Uérmi's fragrances, and apparently so do Glamour Online! They've included Silk in their weekly feature, 'Products We've tried, Tested, and LOVED This Week', so head over to their website now to check out the full list. A conceptual fragrance collection from Italy, Uérmi or 'wear me' was created by  a team of three experienced noses: Philippe Bousseton, Jean Jacques, and Antoine Lee. Taking inspiration from the nostalgic, evocative power of clothing fabric like an old cashmere sweater or a favourite silk scarf, Uérmi seeks to translate the powerful sensory experience of touch into an olfactory sensation. One of the most innovative, forward thinking houses in modern European perfumery, Roullier White is excited to be working alongside this vibrant and dynamic new house. We're delighted to say that Uérmi is exclusive to Roullier White in the UK. If you'd like to view our entire collection of U...

Need to find the perfect present for that special someone and just don't have time to wait? Here at Roullier White, we've got just what you need to put a smile on their face whatever the occasion! Now, thanks to our same and next day delivery options, you can ensure your gift arrives precisely when you need it to, and in record time! Simply place your order before 3PM and select 'next day delivery' at checkout, and your order will be winging its way to you in no time. Choose from our selection of luxury gift hampers, 100% natural home and beauty products, or pick out one of our rare and exclusive fragrances. Gift wrapping options are available at check out, and we pride ourselves that all our deliveries are presented with the utmost care and attention to detail. Alternatively our London based customers now have the option of same day delivery on all orders placed before 5pm, leaving the possibility open for some real last minute shopping! Simply pop your London po...

Roullier White is delighted to announce that Ex Idolo's Matthew Zhuk will be joining us on the 30th of September for the launch of Ryder, his highly anticipated new fragrance. Having only released one scent previously, 2013's much celebrated Thirty Three, Zhuk has already been hailed as one of the hottest names in the industry. His daring, sophisticated compositions make use of unique and luxurious ingredients to create scents that embody the true essence of modern perfumery, with a skilful eye for construction and a fierce commitment to quality. Now based in Marylebone, London, Canadian born Zhuk hand crafts each of his exquisite fragrances using only the finest raw materials available. While his previous composition Thirty Three took its name from the thirty three year aged Oud that formed the body of the fragrance, Ryder features a highly rare Omani frankincense to achieve its unique and intoxicating aroma. The provenance of these fine ingredients ensures that no other p...

Liz Dickson Sanchia Lewis A celebration of local talent, the Nunhead Art Trail is now in its third consecutive year and gives visitors the chance to experience a wide variety of arts and crafts from the people of Nunhead. Displaying their handiwork throughout their homes, shops, and cafés, over 70 local artisans will be showcasing work in a variety of mediums. From ceramics and canvas paintings to sculpture and more, the Nunhead Art Trail takes you on a ramble around the picturesque local area, taking in the celebrated Victorian cemetery at the heart of the district. Hilly Akom Danquah Nicholas Cobb This promises to be a fascinating and fun way to spend your weekend, so why not pop along to their website and check out some of the exhibitors' works to give you a flavour of what to expect? The event will run from 11am to 6pm, and you can find all the details of where the works will be exhibited  here .

British Food Fortnight is here, the time when we celebrate the wonderful world of British produce. Since 2002, the British Food Fortnight has celebrated farmers and producers up and down the country, whose fantastic fare has seen the British restaurant scene enjoy the kind of culinary renaissance we could only have dreamt of 30 years ago. Yet by looking increasingly outside of itself, towards the regional flavours and dishes brought back to these shores by migrants from across the globe, the last five years have seen the country's culinary landscape grow up to embrace a dizzying array of new taste sensations and flavour combinations. However, the beating heart of this gastronomic revolution are the small producers whose fantastic work produces the world class ingredients which propel chefs to stratospheric levels of recognition and prominence. To mark the occasion, we're taking a look at our favourite British cookbooks right now, written by some of the most talented chefs, ...

Our fabulous Cocolux candles have been featured by the folks over at Woman and Home as part of their round up of the most beautiful scented candles! Made with organic coconut wax and encased in a beautiful, 100% recycled copper vessel, Cocolux candles have been making a big splash in the UK since their arrival from their native Australia. Head over to Woman and Home's website to check out the full article. In the meantime, why not pop over to our online store to browse the entire collection of natural Cocolux fragrances?

Jack Batchelor: 1. Benu - The Cookbook Benu is more than a cookbook. It's an expression of the artistic integrity of the chef. The elegant and stylised photography throughout makes this book such a pleasure to flick through. David Chang has stated that Benu is the greatest restaurant in America, and the unique and simplistic beauty of their presentation give that claim some real weight. 2. Eight & Bob - Cap D'Antibes When this fragrance landed at Roullier White earlier in the year I was instantly captivated and personally haven't been able to find a better scent . A fresh yet somewhat woody fragrance, Cap D'Antibes transports you to the golden age of the French Riviera through notes of Violet Leaf, Moss and Vanilla. The perfect everyday scent. 3. Andrea Maack - Coven Or, if you're after a real showstopper, Coven is a fragrance that instantly subverts everything you knew about fragrance. One of the most bombastic openings I've come across, Coven...

Here at Roullier White, we're all about making the most of your local area, and we simply love stylish, independent, and unique local boutiques like us! That's why when we were approached by Trouva, we jumped at the chance to be a part of their vision. Trouva is the hassle free, comprehensive source for the best of London's independent boutiques. With a name taken from the French word for 'A Lucky Find', Trouva strive to do exactly that; bringing you unique, beautiful products that you won't find in the same old high street stores. With a hand curated selection of the finest fashion, lifestyle, gifts, homewares and more, you can be sure that discovery and inspiration are at the heart of their inspirational product edits, a unique selection you won't find anywhere else! To take a look at their huge selection of independent local businesses throughout London and Brighton, take a look at their site here and get shopping! In the meantime, here are our fiv...

We were delighted to see Mrs White's Leg It, our all natural, no-kill spider repellent, featured in the Sunday Mirror's Notebook supplement! We're huge believers in using non-toxic, harm-free alternatives when it comes to cleaning and maintaining your home, and you can be sure that Leg It is entirely safe to use around all members of your family. Safe, humane, and super effective, check out Leg It on our website, here . Here's what they had to say about it: "This autumn, our homes are due to be invaded by spiders as big as pound coins; no walnuts; no, mice; no, CATS!.....If you're not a fan of stamping/dropping books on/hoovering them up (because what if they survive then crawl back out of the hoover, eh? Eh?) discourage them from creeping through your windows with a spritz of this exceptionally pretty anti-spider spray." To see the whole of our Mrs White's range of beautiful natural home and body care products, find it here . 

Here at Roullier White we’re very proud of our range of Mrs White’s natural products, and really believe that shying away from nasty chemicals is beneficial for your well being. We know we’re not the only ones who think like this so we wanted to share with you some of the bloggers we love who are also championing both organic and natural products. http://www.organicbeautytalk.com/ Organic Beauty Talk’s tagline ‘Know What’s in Your Products’, sums up what is at the heart of their vast knowledge resource. Covering everything from pets to travel and fashion, this is a great place to go to look up which ‘nasties’ you should be looking to avoid and which brands are considered ‘safe’.  We’re not saying you need to go the whole hog and follow everything they teach, but if you’re wanting to consider what goes on your skin a little more this is a great place to start. http://www.anagoesgreen.co.uk/ Ana’s blog focuses on natural, organic, ethical and sustainable businesse...

To mark National Eczema week, we're taking a look at the symptoms and causes of this painful and irritating reaction, and giving you the low down on how to prevent its development in your home. Also known as contact dermatitis, eczema is an affliction that affects up to 9% of the British public, which is just under six million people. Characterised by dry, itchy, and cracked skin, which can appear red and blotchy, a reaction is triggered when the skin comes in contact with everyday objects which contain irritating chemicals that aggravate the affected area. Most frequently occurring on the hands or face, mass produced domestic cleaners, cosmetics, and fragrances all contain potentially irritating components which can induce a reaction with frequent use. Solvents, soaps, detergents, and resins have all been found to be potentially harmful, as they frequently contain synthetic preservatives, heavy metals, or other irritating substances. This comes in the form of a number of ev...

Oud, oodh, agar or agarwood is a mysterious, misunderstood, incredibly expensive and controversial ingredient that is highly prized in perfume making. Used for millennia in the Middle East, where it was imported from its native Indonesia, oud is the product of the Aquilaria tree, an inner secretion that the tree produces to protect itself against disease. Unlike other tree resins that seep from the bark, oud is not detectable from the outside and so over the course of history many trees have been fruitlessly felled looking for this rare commodity. Hopefully today oud is mainly sustainably farmed but farming is in itself a very lengthy and costly process, with the tree being introduced to infection and left to grow, hoping it will successfully combat disease by the production of the grey, distinctive smelling substance. The tree must be cut down and opened before any oud can be discovered, and then a sapling is planted in its place and the whole process starts all over again. The...

September has rolled around once again and that can only mean one thing: lemon season is finally upon us! The traditional harvest season sees the lemon trees of the mediterranean positively heaving with a bounty of sumptuous golden fruit, and what better way to celebrate than with a bundle of our luxuriously scented Mrs White's home and bath products! For one month only, choose from either our Bathroom or Home Fragrance bundle and save 25% on our September in Sicily candles, diffusers, bath salts, body wash, and moisturising lotion! Simply click the links above or click the pictures to see them on our website. Inspired by the world renowned quality of the lemon harvests along the Sicilian and Italian coasts, September in Sicily is our best selling fragrance designed to bring the scent of sumptuous lemon groves into your home. Infused with macadamia nut and organic rose hip oils, only the finest quality essential oils are used to create our bestselling fragrances, with a...

Today I'm wearing Ryder, the hotly anticipated new scent from Ex Idolo mastermind, Matthew Zhuk. After the success of his exclusive, critically acclaimed Oud scent, Thirty Three, this new composition makes use of dark wood notes and rich pipe tobacco to conjure the atmosphere of smoky, mahogany-panelled private members club in Mayfair or Ryder Street in St. James. However, the star of the show has to be Zhuk's use of a wonderfully rare Omani frankincense that gives the scent its sumptuously nuanced character, taking in accords of rich red fruits and sweetly perfumed smoke for a complex and unique dry down. A boozy, woody opening sets the scene perfectly for a scent that unfolds to reveal an exquisite blending of masculine and feminine fragrance characteristics; all smoky florals and heartening warm amber, making Ryder an exquisite unisex scent. Warming and comforting as the summer fades and autumnal chills begin to take hold, it's safe to say that Zhuk has done it again...

Here at Roullier White we're all about natural, harm free solutions to everyday problems. From feeding your loved ones to looking after your skin, we know how important it is to be as kind as you can to the things you love in life. With so many sites out there, it can be difficult to find the ones that offer practical advise and tips to really make a difference in everyday life, but don't worry! We've pulled together our 5 favourite websites whose natural approach to living inspires us, and we hope you'll find them as engaging, entertaining, and informative as we do! 1. The Chalkboard Featuring a glittering array of celebrity guest editors over the years, from Jamie Oliver to Kate Hudson, The Chalkboard  has been offering a fantastic selection of healthy, natural lifestyle resources to its readers for years. From super-food spotlights to top tips on natural beauty, The Chalkboard is a fantastic resource for all aspects of natural living. 2.  Happy Mothering Be...

Today I'm wearing Incitatus , an exciting new scent from the British based perfume house of Electimuss. Electimuss find inspiration for their exotic and uniquely modern fragrances by looking to the past, specifically the world of Ancient Roman perfumery where scent making was refined into a more disciplined art form from its origins in Egyptian and Mesopotamian society.  The word 'perfume' is itself of Latin origin, being derived from the verb perfumare, meaning 'to pass through smoke'. Taking its name from the prized racehorse that was the darling of the ostensibly mad Emperor, Caligula, Incitatus is a fitting tribute to the animal that was known throughout the empire for its prowess as a racing stallion. Said to have been kept in a solid marble stable, with an ivory trough and a jewelled necklace, Incitatus mirrors the opulence of the animal's life with its combination of fine notes. After an invigorating opening of fresh bergamot, notes of hay and laure...