feeling inside, there's a general feeling from within of generosity and hopeful anticipation. It's a busy time and many families come together to celebrate and feast! My father passed away a few years ago. That first Christmas without him wasn't easy

-ups.3) Customise plainer retro dresses with beautiful old lace trims around the neckline and sleeves.4) Vintage buttons can revive old jackets and shirts to give a real vintage feel.5) Old badges – woven or enamel look great on knitwear or jackets.

TrampolineFast becoming the latest family status symbol, the mantra is “the bigger, the better”. Why we love it It’s impossible to bounce without a smile; it’s brilliant exercise; a wonderful way to release tension as you feel your blues melt away

Don’t make the mistake of thinking that one of the world’s finest and most historic hotels is an adults-only affair. Far from it: the Family Heaven package at the iconic Claridge's in Mayfair is just that, making every member of your clan feel

the welcome ensures everyone feels special. Hotel Cipriani has also made it onto our list of 12 Amazing Luxury Hotels… That Love Children.Find out the other winner of the Best Family Hotel category of the Junior Design Awards 2012 and the other Highly

, GM free. The clothes are minimalistic in colour and design, with a timeless yet contemporary feel and true Scandinavian functionality.Talking of Scandinavian fashion... have you seen our gorgeous spring summer Scandi photo shoot, Turn Back Time, shot

The White Company believes that it's the little things that make the difference - delicate embroidery, nickle-free poppers, pretty pleats and lovely smocking. And who are we to disagree? The brand only use fabrics that feel blisfully soft against

Monsoon's boys' clothing takes a stylish approach to spring/summer fashion, with a sporty yet smart feel to it's collection. Of course, the brand still offers a gorgeous range of suiting and formal wear - perfect for those special occasions. Overall

The pioneer of maternity wear, Blossom was the first brand to combine maternity and non-maternity fashion. Pregnant women look and feel good with in-house collections based on the latest catwalk trends covering work wear, party wear, accessories

Alpaca Pie's super-gorgeous designs have a vintage feel and a classic British quirkiness. Think Famous Five and Swallows and Amazons. These are clothes to climb trees in, build dens in and generally have fun times in. All of their clothes are made