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Hazelwood House, 53 New Oxford Street, London, WC1A 1BL
Founded by James Smith in 1830, this is London’s oldest umbrella shop, selling every type of men and women’s umbrellas, bespoke, made-to-measure walking sticks, and accessories such as shoehorns, drinking vessels, spoons, paper knives and cufflinks. Many of these items are assembled in the workshop on site, just as they used to be 189 years ago. James Smith & Sons Umbrellas are simply exquisite, many with handles carved in the shape of animals such as ducks, crocodiles, jaguars, and different breeds of dog. Opening Hours: Mon 10am - 5.45pm Tues 10am - 5.45pm Wed 10.30am - 5.45pm Thurs 10am - 5.45pm Fri 10am - 5.45pm Sat 10am - 5.15pm

28 Lamb's Conduit Street, Bloomsbury, London WC1N 3LE
Perhaps the most essential of all British accessories is the umbrella and London Undercover, established in 2008 uses the finest materials (chosen for the longevity, aesthetic and environmental sustainability) and highest quality craftsmanship to design and create their handcrafted luxury umbrellas. Alongside their unique umbrellas you’ll find stylish and well-designed bags, totes, wash bags and rucksacks and a collection of home lifestyle products and hand and body skincare, all designed to add a little luxury to everyday essentials. As well as two of their own stores situated in Bloomsbury and Spitalfields, you’ll find them stocked in the likes of Liberty, Fenwick Bond St, Oliver Spencer and MatchesFashion.com.

Studio W9, Cockpit Arts, Cockpit Yard, Northington Street, Bloomsbury, London, WC1N 2NP
Carreducker London Ltd is a premier fashion destination, based in Bloomsbury, curating exceptional collections and providing a personalised approach to luxury dressing.