Editor’s pick: The Báinín Crew and Gorse Flower Kerchief

To say I’m in love with this brand is a festive understatement. Designed in Leitrim and made in a family run workshop in Donegal, a 100% pure new wool yarn traditionally spun by Donegal Yarns. Warm for the yard and pretty cool for the pub afterwards.

The Báinín Crew is a modern take on the original Irish Aran. At one wrist sits a small flash of neon. It feels like old Ireland meeting the present moment, heritage and progress woven together. This is the kind of piece that the more you wearit, the better it will get. Quality and heritage for only €300.

Seeing as it’s Christmas why not add the Gorse Flower Kerchief too? A playful vivid yellow drawn from the brightness of gorse in bloom, that unmistakable colour that cuts through hedgerows and hillsides across the country. The Gorse Flower Kerchief costs and will brighten the darker days of winter.

Both pieces can be purchased from pearlreddington.com and from selected shops across the country.

Hermès Wellington II drying rug The horse’s equivalent of couture loungewear: Swiss-made, breathable honeycomb fabric, distinctive Rocabar straps and hand-polished stainless-steel fittings. Beautifully excessive horse wear for equestrians that have been extra nice this year! €2190 from Hermès.

While you’re there, you may as well snap up a pair of Hermès jumping boots, an elegant equestrian wardrobe gift, with tall silhouettes and a choice of colours and finishes.

€2450 for the listed styles from Hermès European online boutique.

Ralph Lauren Home Oliver chair in Estate Leather: For the equestrian whose house deserves as much attention as the yard.

A generous English library chair with turned-wood details, brass castors and nailhead trim

€8800 from Ralph Lauren Home.

BM Horse ALU SOLAR 30-lamp equine solarium: A major upgrade for the wash bay and a gift that certainly cannot be squeezed into a stocking. A substantial piece of yard equipment for warming and drying horses.

Ranging from €5500 to €8060 from bmhorse.com.

Baccarat rearing horse sculpture: A sculptural finishing touch for an immaculate office or drawing room.

Designed by Allison Hawkes and made in France, the clear-crystal horse stands approximately 20cm high and arrives in Baccarat’s famous red gift box.

€580 from baccarat.com.

KEP Italia E-Light Carbon helmet, Nebula Gold with Polo visor: An indulgent gift for a rider who enjoys distinctive competition kit.

Tip: Best to arrange a fitting with the recipient before purchasing to ensure maximum joy.

€2710 from kepitalia.com.

Magee 1866 Women’s Lotty Field Coat: The Lotty comes in camel and cream Donegal herringbone and a rich caramel salt-and-pepper tweed, accented with pops of heather purple, fuchsia pink and marine blue.

€750 from Magee of Donegal and in their Dublin stores at South Anne Street and Arnotts, or shop online at magee1866.com

A Craft backpack: Made from durable recycled materials, it has all the features you need to keep your belongings safe and in place, including waterproof zippers, mesh side pockets and adjustable straps for a perfect fit. Customise to make it truly yours. Prices vary, buy from craftsportswear.com.

Stella McCartney Appaloosa Slouchy Bucket Bag. A to-die-for everyday relaxed bag that will fit any amount of polos, bits, deck shoes, pens and perfume!

£779.00 from brownthomas.com or Stella McCartney.