We started Handpicked to give people a trusted source of unusual and inspiring gift ideas. There’s nothing more satisfying than seeing a present well received and it’s our mission to make that simple. Our Expert Panel make sure we stay on track but we hope, with our blog, we’ll hear more from you too. Comment away!

Our buying team have trying to track down all the loveliest souvenirs with which to celebrate Queen Elizabeth’s Diamond Jubilee. Our favourite so far is this gorgeous jug by Jan Constantine. See all our ideas here.

The Handpicked Collection Win Best Gift Store from ECMOD

It was with huge pride and pleasure that Jo, Amanda and I accepted The Handpicked Collection’s second consecutive award from ECMOD. It was presented to us by the dapper Dermot Murnaghan and we were awarded Best Gift Store 2012. And for us frankly it doesn’t get better than that. The award was voted for by the industry and other winners on the night included Artigiano, Hotel Chocolat and Charles Tyrwhitt.

We really have you, our customers, to thank for it. We couldn’t have got here without your support, feedback and ideas and we’re extremely grateful. Thank you!