The Eau de Nil Edit
#FORTNUMSCHRISTMAS
If you’ve ever visited our Piccadilly Store you’ll know we aren’t afraid of a little colour… From the deep red of our velvet carpet to the glistening gold gilding of the chandeliers, there’s one colour that tops them all at Fortnum’s – Eau de Nil.
Our unmistakeable signature colour for decades, this bright blue-green is immediately discernible to the eye as Fortnum’s – a beautiful hue that evokes a calm, soothing feeling. Over three centuries later, Eau de Nil has proven to be eternally chic and brilliantly versatile.
Inspired by the east, especially the flowers and fabrics of India, this ‘new’ colour was recreated by 18th century designers and has been a part of our palette since the beginning. Evolving over time and eventually becoming the Fortnum’s house colour, from use as the exterior paint colour in the 1840s to flourishes in its 1950s Christmas catalogues, as background colour to the landmark clock outside our Piccadilly store, and ultimately to packaging for product.
We love the fresh hue so much that it practically touches everything from our famous Food Halls right up to the top in our Diamond Jubilee Tea Salon.
We hereby state that Eau de Nil is the new black, because what could possibly be black about a Friday at Fortnum’s? Well, maybe the tea...
Fortnum's Water Bottle
Made from double-walled stainless steel, the Fortnum’s Water Bottle holds 500ml of liquid and features our signature blue-green hue. Perfect for people on-the-go and picnics the park, join us in helping to eradicate the use of single-use plastic bottles with this chic little sipper.
Fortnum's Stripe Collection
In Fortnum's signature colours, our Stripe china collection sits equally as well at the breakfast table as it does with a slice of cake in the afternoon. And it’s not just china, there’s linens, aprons and even a cosy too. Own your own piece of Fortnum's or give as a delightful gift.
Handmade English Chocolates
From mixed milk & dark chocolate selection boxes to our ever popular rose & violet creams, you could say they’re our signature chocolates - Made entirely by hand, these chocolates have been lovingly mixed, poured and coated in the same way to the same recipe for decades.
Christmas Cook Book
Capturing over 310 years of the festive wisdom and magic of Fortnum & Mason, Christmas & Other Winter Feasts gathers together everything you need to enjoy a truly delicious winter. Written by Tom Parker Bowles, it’s sure to be an instant favourite and a joyful source of inspiration for many years to come.
The Fortnum's Diary 2021
Bound in buttery-soft leather and presented in a matching gift box, this A5 week-to-view diary contains a collection of facts and anecdotes about our history. Important food festival and seasonal dates are listed as well as space to keep a note of those important addresses and reminders.
Champagne & Chocolates Box
An unbeatable combination of Marc de Champagne Truffles and our Blanc de Blancs Champagne is a perennially popular gift. The truffles are heady and decadent, and the champagne the finest of its kind. Maybe it's time for a little self-indulgence this Christmas?
Eau de Nil & Navy Picnic Rug
Featuring a beautiful tartan check in our signature colour paired with a sophisticated navy blue, this cosy picnic rug has been specially designed for Fortnum’s and will be the perfect accessory for picnic season. The rug also features leather handles for easy carriage. Adventure awaits!
Merry Go Round Musical Biscuits
This magical tin will bring back happy memories of childhood carousel rides, especially as it plays the lilting melody of ‘La Traviata’ while it gently revolves. Inside is a feast of fabulous biscuits in seven different flavours, including Salted Caramel, Lemon Curd and Chocolate & Macadamia Nut.
The Cook Book
Gift Box
Filled with our light, refreshing Afternoon Blend Tea and scrumptious Piccadilly Pearl Biscuits. Sit back, relax and discover our unique recipes created over the past 313 years – from classic Scotch Eggs and Fortnum’s Scones to contemporary dishes like Raw Mackerel Tacos and Welsh Rarebit.
Christmas Bag for Life
If you’re looking for the perfect gift for the Fortnum’s lover in your life, then this bag for life ticks all the boxes. Made from 75% jute and 25% cotton, this eco-friendly, reusable tote is illustrated with our iconic Piccadilly façade at Christmastime, has a structured cardboard insert and is 100% plastic-free. This bag is for life after all, not just for Christmas. Fill this festive carrier with Fortnum's foodie delights and wow this Christmas.
Fortnum's Famous Blends
Our historic and ever-popular blends will ensure you have the perfect pick-me-up any time of day. Whether you’re looking for something wonderfully uplifting, full-flavoured, light or refreshing, we’re sure you’ll find your favourite cup here. Take our Royal Blend for example - first created in 1902 by royal appointment, this traditional tea is savoured for its honey-like flavour. Each famous caddy is perfectly packaged in Eau de Nil, naturally.
The English Essentials Hamper
A hamper designed to transport you, bite by glorious bite, through the taste of our British homeland. Filled from bottom to brim with every delicious and sippable essential, and our favourite ritual of all, Afternoon Tea. After all, are there any greater English traditions than these? Expect to see flashes of Eau de Nil throughout this lovely wicker.
The Tea
Adventurer
Hamper
We’ve travelled to every corner of the tea-growing map in pursuit of a good cup. This wonderful wicker celebrates some of our finest single origin teas – and perfectly paired biscuits alongside – as well as our beautiful Camellia teaware to enjoy them in, all with added touches of our favourite hue. An ideal gift for any tea lover.