No wish list series would be complete without at least a little gift inspiration for the men in your life, so Annabel and I didn't waste any time in asking William Cummock of Cine Reportage for his top festive picks. Not only is he an all round lovely chap, who happens to make mesmerisingly beautiful wedding films, he also appears to have impeccable taste. Bonus!
1. Laphroaig 1/4 Cask Whisky – 'The Hebridean island of Islay is one of the most beautiful places in the world. It also produces the best whisky! This is my favourite Islay Malt – lots of peaty, smokiness and it’s finished in small barrels which impart a luscious oakiness. Mmmm loveliness.'
2. Canada Goose Chateau Parka – 'I really don't mind the cold… as long as I am appropriately dressed. These very smart, down-filled coats are designed to comfortable even when it’s ludicrously chilly.'
3. Uncle Joe’s Mint Balls – 'My favourite sweets ever.'
4. Chocolates from Patrick Roger – 'Living in Brussels, I’ve invested a great deal of time into “researching” chocolate. I have come to the considered conclusion that these are the best. Lime and basil is my favourite flavour, but they are all amazing.'
5. Autographer Camera – 'A fully-automated, wearable camera. It’s like wearing a little robot photographer around your neck.'
6. EQO Sunglasses – 'I know it's the middle of winter, but I might go on holiday so please buy me these. They are hand crafted from recycled skate-board decks and have very decent Polaroid polarised lenses.'
7. Slow Jo Watch – 'A watch with a single hand that revolves once every 24 hours. I love the concept and it’s a very attractive, high quality watch.'
8. Cycloc – 'A handmade bike is a work of art and I’d like to hang mine on the wall of my studio. This would be an elegant way for me to attach the bike that you’ve just bought me to the wall.'
9. Rebecca J Kaye Cycling Print – 'Beautiful graphic art, which just so happens to be cycling themed. I especially like this Tour de France print. Did I mention that I quite like cycling?!'
10. Woodrup Team 75 Road Bike – 'I’m a keen cyclist and I love the look and ride of a steel frame. I rode a 1970s Woodrup for many years and I’ve never been able to find another bike to match it. These are replicas of the Bantel team frames produced by Woodrup in the 1970s. They’re individually made to order in Leeds.'
Will Cummock of Cine Reportage
He makes brilliant Super8-mm wedding movies!
I always find buying gifts for gentlemen a little more challenging, don't you? What have you picked out for your beau?
Much love,
Franky
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Founder of Love My Dress. Passionate Podcaster and Editor. Annabel lives in rural North Yorkshire with her husband and business partner Philip, their two daughters and menagerie of furry hounds. She loves photography, meditation, walking, being outdoors and star gazing. She is fierce when it comes to championing talent within the wedding industry and when she's not working on Love My Dress, she supports her husband Philip in the running of the family's sustainable flower farm and floral design business, Moonwind Flowers. In 2013, she became a published author.
