Nothing like a flash of red to bring on that festive feeling...

On Sunday I will be taking part in a “Santa Fun Run” with some friends which involves running 21/2 miles through the streets and shopping centres of Plymouth dressed in – yes, you’ve guessed it – a Santa costume! This is one of many similar events taking place up and down the country to raise much-needed funds for charity (in this case, Children’s Hospice South West and Diabetes UK) and as a regular runner, the distance doesn’t bother me quite as much as the thought of wearing such a “fetching” outfit (complete with beard), especially as we are planning on a civilised lunch and shopping trip afterwards.

As red is one of THE colours to be seen in this season (according to the catwalks and fashion magazines) maybe we will blend in with the crowd on Sunday..! Wearing red at this time of year is, I think, a true nod to all things festive. The Celtic Sheepskin Christmas collection includes a number of pieces which add a flash of bright red to any outfit. So as I am in a seasonal mood today, I thought I would shine the spotlight on some of our festively-coloured products…

First off, there’s our festive-red Celt Boots. These will brighten up any outfit and we offer children’s versions too;

These boots are machine-washable (I wouldn’t wash them with your whites though!) as long as you use a specific wool wash; we recommend our Celtic Wool Wash. As with all of our boots, these can be re-soled so they will last you for many years to come.

If you would prefer a flash of red which a little less bold, perhaps one of these scarves might catch your eye…

This Lambswool Button Scarf is really soft and prettily detailed with assorted buttons which adds a perfect finishing touch. It is, strictly speaking, salmon pink rather than red in colour nonetheless it has a reddish hue which will complement even the simplest outfit.

We have a few different colour choices for the Cashmere Woven Scarf this Christmas and I think this Red Berries option is a ready-made colour injection! 

Then for cosying up at home, how about a pair of woolly red socks or sheepskin slippers?

Our Wool Knit Socks are a web exclusive so they won’t be around for long – get them while you can! As well as the rich red colour, these come in 10 other colours and at £12.75 per pair they make wonderful stocking fillers.

Our Bootee Slippers and Mules are renowned for their comfort – they are so snuggly. I know of customers who have had theirs for over 10 years, as again these are machine-washable to make them last as long as you wish.

Finally, perhaps our most festive red product which is surely a treat for your fireplace…

Well you can’t get more festive than a bright red Artisan Christmas stocking, can you?

Stella Clark, Marketing Assistant