British Countryside Lifestyle Blog

Merino Socks: The Perfect Choice for Spring and Summer

Merino Socks: The Perfect Choice for Spring and Summer

Our merino socks collection is designed with you in mind. Whether you're running errands, taking a long walk, or simply relaxing at home, our socks...

Autumn Has Arrived in Scotland!

I can’t believe we are at the first week of September already. It’s been feeling much cooler for the last week in Scotland. Autumn always strikes f...

The Sustainability of Our PAIRS

Socks are entwined into our everyday lives and as a result the global socks market is mind bogglingly huge. There are over 20 billion socks produce...

Our Cashmere Bed Socks - Made in Scotland

Did you know that we now sell cashmere bed socks as well as alpaca bed socks? Cashmere bed socks are often seen as the epitome of luxury. They are ...

You Can't Give Socks as Gifts

Well we beg to differ! We are, after all, a company based in the unpredictable climes of Britain. But more importantly, in our opinion, we make soc...

An Introduction to Alpacas: The Habits and Wool of These Surprising Animals

At PAIRS we are often asked about alpacas. Alpacas are one of the most interesting and unique animals on the planet. Interestingly you can see them...

Bed Socks for a Good Night’s Sleep

The benefits of sleeping well are well documented. Sleep is crucial to our mental and physical functioning and our immune system. As a mother of tw...

What Makes June so Unexpectedly Joyful for Us?

Everything we strive to do at PAIRS has always come down to things that bring us joy. Otherwise on is the point of pouring your heart and soul into...

Mohair Socks for Summer

We were lucky enough to have excellent weather in Scotland for the bank holiday weekend. We were basking in the sunshine and I have to say, I even ...

Unexpectedly Joyful Gifts

Each month, at PAIRS, we put together a fantastic gift bundle for our clan of subscribers, championing a different small British brand. This mont...

How we’re celebrating the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

One thing is for sure, the gathering of people and loved ones is top of our lists for how we plan to spend the Jubilee long weekend. After prolonge...

Admit It - You Have a Problem.

My name is Anna and I have a problem. I love NOTEBOOKS. I have at least ten that are used in rotation for various things. They lie open upside down...

May Gifting - Let's Get Scribbling

Chickidee is a British Independent Home Interiors brand designing beautifully affordable Interiors that positively affect how we feel. Agile and r...