Against the opulent backdrop of Arley Hall in Northwich, the Kelsall-based Olivia May brand showcases unconventional styles for the woman who wants more than a high street look.

Great British Life: An arty take on dressing. Rundholz dress in Dutch Masters design, £471An arty take on dressing. Rundholz dress in Dutch Masters design, £471 (Image: Archant)

Great British Life: Perfect for a Christmas day party, Out of Xile velvet suit in burgundy. Jacket £286, trousers £168Perfect for a Christmas day party, Out of Xile velvet suit in burgundy. Jacket £286, trousers £168 (Image: Archant)

Great British Life: Layer beautifully in Lilith skirt, £307, and Xenia top, £89, by Rundholz, worn with Caster snood, £90Layer beautifully in Lilith skirt, £307, and Xenia top, £89, by Rundholz, worn with Caster snood, £90 (Image: Archant)

Great British Life: Wear alone or over your favourite outfit. Privatsachen long velvet coat, £333Wear alone or over your favourite outfit. Privatsachen long velvet coat, £333 (Image: Archant)

All clothes from Olivia May: 01829 751600 www.oliviamay.org

Photographer: Kerry James

Models: Holly Foden and Naomi Langford-Archer