Always On The List
6 November 2023

Guest list or gift list, we've got you.

This festive season, you’re invited to celebrate your way with your best people. There is no dress code, but how can you resist modern tailoring or a feather-trim dress?

Michelin-level cooking is not required, but a fresh bowl of pasta, artisanal treats and a well-stocked bar will hit all the right notes. And speaking of notes, let music fill every room with your festive soundtrack, all requests will be fulfilled.

From the ultimate host who welcomes you at the door with her four-legged companion, the non-conformist who arrives with an encyclopaedic knowledge of the zodiac, the tastemaker who never fails to uncover something surprising (but always delicious), to the generous gifter that can outmatch Santa’s wrapping skills – almost – tis the season to let your authentic-self shine.

We celebrate. And we celebrate big. Or small. But we do it with style. All one big soul of any party. Dressed in our finest, even if we have nowhere specific to go. But where else would you want to be?

There is always a seat at the Fenwick table.

The Ultimate Host

With a warm welcome and glass always full (preferably with Champagne) a gracious host always finds the time to make you feel at home. Elegant yet laid-back, they make their way around the room with ease, topping up glasses and adding an extra slice to your plate.

Their space is aglow with candles and dotted with plush home accessories and once you’re there, you’ll never want to leave. Carriages are at 9pm though, thank you kindly.

On their wish list:

  • De La Valli feather trim dress
  • Byredo Bibliothèque Eau de Parfum
  • The Pillow Drop Please Leave By 9 cushion
  • Present Time Glass Bubble Vase
  • Victoria Percival Fenwick Exclusive Riviera Headband
  • Petit Moments Large Glitz Earrings
  • Bag & Bones The Paint Pot Sculpture
  • Ablo Blommeart Vogue 1926 art print
  • Caroline Svedbom Mini Drop Bracelet
  • Kitchen Aid 4.8L Stand Mixer

The Co-Host

Eager to meet and greet, the four-legged co-host brings the mood up a level. With a sniff of approval, he will show you around every corner of the house filled with festive ornaments, exquisite homeware and of course the tree. Have a treat for him? Pawfect, you are on his nice list!

Of course, even the most genteel of pooches can have their moments so don’t be surprised if the festive mood brings out his cheeky side and you’ll catch him trying to sneak away with a Jellycat.

On their wish list:

  • Barbour Case Fair Isle Dog Jumper Cranberry Large
  • Lily's Kitchen Dog Christmas Advent Calendar
  • Jellycat Amuseable Candy Cane Large
  • Rosewood Pets Rawhide Free Bumper Gift Bag For Dogs
  • Jellycat Snow Dragon Gigantic

The Generous Gifter

The art of gifting comes easy to some. Perhaps it’s the spirit of the season, perhaps it’s in their nature to scatter joy with their thoughtful tokens of love, expertly wrapped and tied in perfect ribbons.

They’re not trying to show off or out-present anyone, but find unrivalled pleasure in burrowing through the Fenwick Christmas department to find a meaningful gift which is so you.

On their wish list

  • Costarellos Caravana Dress
  • Candlols You've Done A Great Job Raising Your Children And Husband candle
  • WGACA Vintage Chanel Bag
  • Missoma Molten Pearl Drop Earrings
  • Hay House Healing is the New High book
  • Parfums de Marly Delina Collection Bundle
  • Giarite Brilly Crystal Bag
  • Soru Jewellery Mondello Bracelet
The Taste Maker

With wine-tasting courses and Le Cordon Bleu classes under their apron, The Taste Maker is not a food snob, but a modern foodie. They don’t keep all the delicious secrets to themselves but come with an abundance of sweet delights, savoury discoveries and exceptional drinks from the Fenwick Food Hall for all to share.

Spot them in the kitchen making fresh pasta or later in the night relaxing by the drinks trolley with one of the latest travel tome.

On their wish list

  • Fenwick Spiced Apple Martini
  • Oliver Spencer Albion Coat
  • Marcato Atlas 150 Design Pasta Machine
  • Donnafugata Donnafugata Tancredi Dolce & Gabbana Edition
  • Fenwick: The Food Connoisseur Hamper
  • Locomocean Acrylic Box Neon Cocktails sign
  • Ottolenghi Flavour Book
  • John Smedley Belper Long Sleeve Polo
  • Nudie Jeans Easy Alvin Chinos
  • Alessi Alessandro M Corkscrew
  • Patrón Silver Tequila

The Party Starter

Now the party doesn’t start until they walk in. The Party Starter has its ear to the ground when it comes to tracking the latest trends and they love to share.

Whether it's spinning the latest tracks, unpacking the latest fashion news or giving you a rundown of the newest gallery openings, their fresh attitude keeps the party going.

On their wish list

  • Nanushka The Bar Clutch Mini
  • Completedworks Time is Layered in Ice
  • Roberts REV-ISTREAM Revival Smart Radio
  • Games Room That Rings a Bell! Game Family Night Trivia
  • Frederic Malle Lipstick Rose Eau de Parfum
  • ROTATE Birger Christensen (link to come)
  • SonosRoam speakers
  • Cody Foster & Co. Elton John bauble
  • Candl Stack Candl Stack 03
  • Candlols The Candle Elton Sang About
  • Locomocean Acrylic Box Love Wins neon light
  • Roberts Turntable with USB Connection and Built-in Preamplifier
The Nonconformist

Palm reading? Sure. Food foraging? Why not. Grounded yet with their head in the stars, the Nonconformist is not short of interests.

They already booked their next wellness retreat and have successfully curated a living wall in the sitting room.

On their wish list

  • ferm LIVING Shell Pot
  • WAX London Whiting Overshirt
  • Lee Luke Slim Tapered Fit Jeans
  • Hay House Sweet Dreams Journal
  • Evermore Moon Scented Candle
  • Manifest: Dive Deeper book by Roxie Nafousi
  • Amuse La Bouche Oblong Fringed FILLED Cushion
  • Gift Republic Bonsai Trees Grow It