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Irene Edwards's avatar

Finally, some Vogue-level fashion writing on Substack! Hadn’t realized how much I’d missed a real writer, writing about style, until I read this.

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Amy Azzarito's avatar

How fun is this?!? I love that you named names! And what fabulous gifts. I'm adding that salt to cart immediately!

The custom of tipping, often thought to be quintessentially American, in fact, begin at those British country house parties in around the time of the Tudors (when they were known as vails). I love that you describe exactly how this is done! Apologies for the bit of history, it's a professional liability in my case!

Welcome to Substack! Can't wait for more!

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Kaitlin Brandt's avatar

I've loved your writing since I was a teenager reading Vogue in the 90s. I was so happy to see you were on Substack, and this piece has everything - laughs, your unique voice, details from your enchanting world so different from mine...even pictures. I can't wait to read more! (and to try the salt)

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Faith Dallal's avatar

Great read! Thank you for whisking me away to the Cotswolds on this cold NY morning!

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Colin Nagy's avatar

the redemption arc on this was something to behold. bravo chris and tj.

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ABBY's avatar

I love this, Plum. Equal parts transatlantic cringe-y and delightful and thought-provoking. As I read it I couldn't help but remember the day a couple years ago when I gingerly drove a luxury showroom-van down your country lane and spent the day in your lovely home. You made (er, casually whipped up!) pheasant baguettes for our crew and, oh how we regaled...

Thank you for your Hostess-with-Mostess tendancies... and ditto on your lovely eldest daughter. We ALL have hope, thanks to you two. xxAbby

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Plum Sykes's avatar

Abby! So glad !!! X p

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Plan B's avatar

This was such a fun read, Plum. I love that there are so many little things to unpack in every piece you write - the Cotswolds, fabulous lunches, walks, interesting gifts, more interesting people. Absolutely love this♥️

Meanwhile, I thought of the perfect hostess gift to get you, if I’m ever invited. Lol.

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Arielle Casale's avatar

What fun to see photos and hear the flipped perspective of the Dude Weekend! I am kind of proud to hear they followed up with such a classy gift

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Plum Sykes's avatar

The dudes are Class

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Jessie Randall's avatar

Loved reading this one. And the curtains!

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Claire Cariou's avatar

I was intrigued reading about the salt and thinking hmm...I have a bag of grey salt in the back of my cupboard. Then I saw the package and I have the same one bought from one of the most basic grocery stores in Canada, Safeway. I didn't think it was any better than Maldon, but I'll have to give it another go.

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David Jansen's avatar

$8 per bag on Amazon…

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Hannah's avatar

Bowled over by the snobbery. Fantastic piece.

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Plum Sykes's avatar

😂😂😂😂

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Lindsay Sword's avatar

This was at least one good thing in January! I loved the HLG episode with you, Plum (the boys were clearly besotted), and I’ve been a longggg time reader of yours so was thrilled to also find you here!

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Plum Sykes's avatar

Thankyou! So glad you enjoyed it! more soon!

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Susana Mejia's avatar

Taking notes!!!

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Erin Henderson's avatar

I have that salt! My dad imported foods from Europe to Canada and the US (he’s long retired) and this salt was among his wares. It is very good stuff, despite the sun-par packaging.

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Tarka Russell's avatar

I love you Plum - hostess like no other. Also best Anglo Americana weekend 🩷

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John Jannuzzi's avatar

Screaming

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