After the success of their first collaboration in 2024, the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) and Radley are excited to announce the arrival of their second special-edition collection of handbags and accessories, featuring brand-new items and designs.

Abloom with plants and flowers, the styles feature florals based on illustrations found in the RHS Lindley Collections – and take inspiration from one delightful source in particular: a beautiful 19th century children’s publication called The Alphabet of Flowers.

Published by Dean & Son in London in the 1850s, The Alphabet of Flowers is a children’s alphabet in which each page is devoted to one letter – except for X, Y and Z, which are combined – along with a gorgeous flower illustration.

The illustrations in the book are reflected in Radley’s intricately crafted leather designs that feature appliqué, embossing and screen printing to bring to life the water iris, rose, lily, dahlia and more. And there’s a delightful extra touch by the Radley design team: the illustrations have been adapted to spell out the word ‘Radley’.

The new Radley X RHS collection is a celebration of the charity’s beautiful gardens and historical archives and includes superbly crafted leather bags, cross body phone holders, canvas totes, a card holder and even a handbag umbrella. This highly anticipated second Radley X RHS Collection was launched on 10 March and is available at Radley’s stores in London and Glasgow, online and at a number of well-known retailers and independent stockists.

Radley have been proud architects of luxurious British handbags and accessories for over 25 years and known for their leather expertise and enduring quality. Radley’s in-house design team are inspired by the natural world and expertly blend iconic design and exquisite craftsmanship.

Radley’s Chief Brand Officer Jackie Hay says: “Our customers adored the first Radley X RHS collection and are already responding with great enthusiasm to this gorgeous new range. The RHS brand and resources have once again collaborated with Radley’s design skills to create a floral-inspired collection that is distinctive and unique.”

Cathy Snow, RHS Licensing Manager, adds: “Given that the first Radley X RHS Collection was a sell-out success, it’s no surprise that a strong buzz has been generated around this eagerly awaited new range. The partnership has once more delivered high quality and craftsmanship combined with a gloriously original design which is already enjoying an amazing consumer response. We’re delighted to be again partnering with this industry-leading fashion name.”

About the RHS
Since our formation in 1804, the RHS has grown into the UK’s leading gardening charity, touching the lives of millions of people. Perhaps the secret to our longevity is that we’ve never stood still. In the last decade alone we’ve taken on the largest hands-on project the RHS has ever tackled by opening the new RHS Garden Bridgewater in Salford, Greater Manchester, and invested in the science that underpins all our work by building RHS Hilltop – The Home of Gardening Science. We have committed to being net positive for nature and people by 2030. We are also committed to being truly inclusive and to reflect all the communities of the UK. Across our five RHS gardens we welcome more than three million visitors each year to enjoy over 34,000 different cultivated plants. Events such as the world famous RHS Chelsea Flower Show, other national shows, our schools and community work, and partnerships such as Britain in Bloom, all spread the shared joy of gardening to wide-reaching audiences. Throughout it all we’ve held true to our charitable core – to encourage and improve the science, art and practice of horticulture – to share the love of gardening and the positive benefits it brings. For more information visit www.rhs.org.uk

About the RHS Licensing Programme
Working with the right partners to produce high-quality, beautifully designed products is at the heart of everything we do. We select our partners carefully and offer each one a tailored support package overseen by our experienced Licensing team. Within the RHS Lindley Collections, we hold the world’s finest collection of botanical art containing more than 25,000 superb images. RHS Enterprises Limited uses this artwork collection and RHS gardening expertise to create and endorse inspirational products. In 2017 the RHS won the award for Best Licensed Heritage or Institution Brand at The Brand & Lifestyle Licensing Awards. In 2018, again at The Brand & Lifestyle Licensing Awards, the RHS Flora Apparel collection by COAST won the award for Best Brand Licensed Adult Apparel Product or Range. In 2022 the RHS collection from George@Asda won the Best Brand Licensed Children’s Product or Range.