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Founded in 1878, Connolly was once regarded as the automobile industry’s finest leather supplier, but, since Isabel Ettedgui took over the driver’s seat three decades ago, the British heritage brand has also earned a place in the wardrobes of today’s most astute aesthetes. Honoring traditional savoir faire while simultaneously eyeing the road ahead, Ettedgui’s distinctly discreet garments and goods are nothing less than contemporary classics—just like her favorite finds

Christofle

$855

Vertigo Silver-Plated Large Caviar Set

“Andrée Putnam designed this caviar dish for Christofle, and she also designed my first Connolly store in the Mews. Her eye and modern sensibility looked so effortless and understated but was—and is—always perfect.”

Bellocq

From $17

No. 01 Breakfast Tea

“I cannot get out of bed without a cup of English breakfast tea. The yellow tin is the same color as our shop’s living room, which so many people have commented on over the years!”

David Zwirner Books

$50

Gerhard Richter: 100 Abstract Pictures

“I love David Zwirner’s gallery; the Richter exhibition, in London, is such a good show.”

Il Buco Vita

$62

Seaglass Salt Dish

“I love sea glass, and this dish seems to have salty stories to tell. It would add beauty and dreams to any table.”

Grenson

$685

Epsom Leather Loafers

“Grenson creative director Tim Little is a star. He grew the British heritage brand and made it relevant for today. I wish more investors had that talent and guts.”

Remy Renzullo X Carolina Irving & Daughters

$110

Alexandra Dinner Plate

“I am totally in love with Remy Renzullo for Carolina Irving and Daughters’ dinner plates.”

WE-AR4

$350

Flightsuit

“A flight suit in white for my daughter Gigi who is an artist in Florence—and a messy painter.”

Connolly

Price Upon Request

Picnic Basket

“This is our limited-edition picnic hamper. The rattan is woven by master artisans in France and hand-trimmed with Connolly Vaumol leather; it is filled with all the brands we love, from Gilles and Boissier to Lorenzini, and even a Joel Parkes wooden board.”

Bentley

$225,000

1961 Bentley S2 Continental Drophead

“Legendary coachbuilder with original interiors and beautiful Connolly leather upholstery, which we would happily restore at Connolly Brothers.”

Anya Hindmarch

$675

Fanta Linen Pajamas

“I grew up in Africa where Fanta was the best drink ever. It still gives me a Proustian nudge when I drink it!”

Lingua Franca

$140

‘Outlaw’ Dog Sweater

“An ‘outlaw’ dog jumper for my New York friend’s dog Margot, who is an outlaw but gorgeous.”

Domaine Trapet

$1,149.99

Chambertin Grand Cru 2021

“A magical pinot noir entirely in balance! An investment and something to look forward to…”


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