Date published: 01.09.08 - not release date

Stuck for an original idea this Christmas? Stick with it with Classic Canes

Don’t dismiss a stick as boring – this year, walking sticks are all about flower power. And they’re not just for the elderly either as now, thanks to Classic Canes, they can be used to accessorise your outfit. So if you have anyone to buy for that would appreciate a cane, make sure it is an interesting one.

Patterned, brightly coloured, lightweight and practical, these walking sticks are a world away from necessity and have been designed to be a talking point at Christmas parties. Available in a range of bright and muted designs, the aluminium adjustable and folding sticks will help visitors to take the weight off their feet while remaining stylishly different.

Derby canes in a variety of colours to suit any outfit are patterned on both the shaft and the handle, are height adjustable and are available in a range of pretty floral shades. RRP £20 The elite folding canes have a specially shaped handle to offer extra support to the hand and may be hooked over the arm when not in use. These height adjustable strong, light aluminium canes come in five coloured patterns including rose and paisley. RRP £22

For special events, the Classic Canes pink marbled derby cane has a striking pink and black design mounted on a hardwood shaft with a smart brass collar. Perfect for a night at the opera. In the same range is the black and white marbled derby cane, perhaps suited to a winter wedding or a black tie new year’s eve party. RRP £21

Charlotte Gillan, Partner, explains “Walking sticks are very personal items so they need to look and feel just right. We wanted to offer a selection of pretty, striking and practical sticks for people so that they can own several and use them as accessories much like you would choose a pair of shoes to suit your
outfit.”

This year, walking stick specialist Classic Canes celebrates its twenty-fifth year in business. It supplies contemporary and traditional walking sticks, folding sticks, seat sticks and related accessories to retailers throughout the UK and overseas. The family-run business is owned by the Porter family based in Somerset.

For stockist enquiries please visit www.classiccanes.co.uk

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