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The Little Black Book: Gifts
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Harry & Holly
Muddy says: We love these sparky, fun and inspirational gifts for teen & tween girls: pom-pom jewellery, metallic make-up bags, festival glitter and much more. Be warned, you'll be itching to treat yourself too.
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Berry Bros & Rudd Wine, Basingstoke
Muddy says: Our award-winning wine merchant is a grape-lover's dream; all Champagne, fine wines, spirits and the very best, phew-the-kids-are-in-bed, easy-drinking bottles.
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Fitique, Alresford
Muddy says: We love Alresford's independent woman's fitness boutique, expect modern design, high performance sportswear, spot-on advice — from gait analysis to sports bra-fitting — plus a fun, supportive community that takes woman's fitness seriously.
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La Di Da Interiors, Andover
Muddy says: Tucked away off Andover's high street (and a two minute walk from Waitrose #justsaying), the Muddy Award winning La Di Da is the town's best-kept secret. Expect interesting, shabby-chic homeware, gifts for all AND workshops for interiors junkies including The Annie Sloane Method.
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Hattingley Valley Wines
Muddy says: Park that prosecco, we're English Sparkling Wine girls all the way. Curious? Hattingley Valley produces some of the world's finest fizz... from grapes grown on Hampshire chalk. #proud
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The Bias Cut
Muddy says: an online boutique that specialises in stylish pieces for fashion-loving older women who feel ignored by the high street. Get thee to the cashmere pronto, I say.
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Jewellery Moves
Muddy says: Gather your dearest girls, be they friends or family, to make professional pieces that will tell their story for years, nay generations to come. Your teacher, the Royal College of Art trained Fiona Dowling, is a calm and deeply knowledgeable guide to the art of jewellery making.
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No 1 George St
Muddy says: What a find in buzzy Kingsclere. No 1 George St offers an eclectic mix of antique & vintage furniture plus modern home wares, beautiful, accessories and gifts. Owner, Sara, is an ex-buyer for Mulberry, and it shows.