Lois Donohoe, Without Borders Studio

A one-woman tour de force, knitwear genius Lois created pieces for brands like Chanel, Hermès and Calvin Klein before going on to found her own sustainable knitwear company, Without Borders Studio, in her cosy Cotswolds HQ. So now you can support a woman-owned indie biz AND keep your ears warm.

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Georgie Farnham, Vitality Day Spa

If you’re after a woman who can melt your worries away, get thee to Bradford on Avon and into the helping hands of Vitality Day Spa’s Managing Therapist Georgie – or at least into the hands of her equally fabulous team. No wonder the spa scooped top billing in last year’s Muddy Awards.

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Carlee Wakefield, Iris & Olive

Seriously stylish mum to Poppy, Carlee is behind Warminster’s chicest gift and lifestyle boutique, Iris & Olive. Both in the shop and online, she supports other woman-owned independents with her curated offering – so you know you’re in good hands with this one.

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Ellie McCallum, Ellie McCallum Photography

If you were at the Muddy Stilettos Awards in Marlborough last year, you would have spotted Ellie doing her thing as Corsham’s resident photographer extraordinaire. Working on weddings, family shoots and business branding, Ellie’s all you need to capture an IG-worthy shot.

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Olivia Bolesworth, Bellorama

Hostess with the mostess Olivia is the creative brain behind South Wilts glamping biz Bellorama – and who you’ve got the thank for all the luxury touches you enjoy when you stay in her gorgeous bell tents. If you’re going off-grid and want to get back to nature (but with excellent food and hot showers), she’s your girl.

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Olivia Spickernell, O L I V Homewares

It takes a special kind of woman to build a business during a worldwide pandemic – and clearly Olivia is that kind of gal, judging by the success of candle and gifting company O L I V, which she founded with partner Oliver. Pop into their Lacock shop and get your sniff on.

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Helen Lloyd, Country Mouse

She’s worked everywhere from on an Australian sheep farm to in a school as a history teacher and even Buckingham Palace (yes, really!), but these days you can find Helen creating incredible merino wool throws, blankets, socks and jumpers in her Wilts studio.

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