ENJOY THE MOST STYLISH FESTIVE FEAST!

We've unveiled our Christmas menu, offering a stylish take on the most traditional of meals. Our Second Floor Restaurant’s Executive Chef, Louise McCrimmon, has created a range of deliciously festive dishes boasting some of the finest produce in the South West.

Tempt your taste buds with roasted guinea fowl breast served with pumpkin puree, or enjoy seared wild venison served with creamy dauphinoise potatoes and pickled apples.

The Christmas Menu will be available at the award-winning Second Floor Restaurant from Tuesday November 29 until Saturday December 24, for lunch and dinner.

Two courses cost £20, while three courses are priced at £24. You can add a dash of Christmas sparkle to your meal with a glass of Harvey Nichols Champagne for £5 extra per person.

For more information or to make reservations, please contact the Second Floor Restaurant on 0117 916 8898, email reception.bristol@harveynichols.com.

SECOND FLOOR CHRISTMAS MENU 2011

STARTERS

Vodka cured stream farm trout, beetroot mousse, beetroot jelly.

Parsley soup, soft poached quail egg, crisp tongue.

Honey glazed quince, roast beetroot, ewe’s curd and walnut salad, sherry and pomegranate dressing.

Game terrine, spiced autumn apple chutney, crisp toast.

MAINS

Seared wild venison, spinach, dauphinoise potato, beetroot puree, pickled apple.

Baked pumpkin mousse, sage gnocchi, wild mushrooms, shaved pecorino.

South coast brill, curly kale, puy lentils, red wine reduction, hazelnut emulsion.

Roast breast of guinea fowl, parsnip puree, buttered parsnip and potato dumplings, trompette mushrooms.

DESSERTS

Harvey Nichols Christmas Pudding, Napoleon brandy sauce

Valrhona chocolate torte, salted caramel and barley ice cream

Warm prune and honey cake, honey roast pear, pecan ice cream

Passion fruit bavarois, tangerine jelly, coconut sorbet

Two Courses for £20
Three courses for £24

FASHION CLASSIC: WRAPPING UP IN STYLE

A coat is one of winter’s wardrobe essentials – but that doesn’t mean you have to forsake fashion for practicality.

Of all the fashion must-haves that tempt us throughout the year, a winter coat is our most important – and costly – investment. Of course it needs to be practical; after all it has to keep us warm and wrapped up as the temperatures plummet. But equally, we want something that cuts a dash when it comes to style.

Because you’ll wear your coat probably more than any other item you own it needs to suit your lifestyle and your fashion sense – something that fits perfectly into your wardrobe and instantly pulls outfits together. So, if you into boho chic there’s no point plumping for a severely tailored gabardine coat; likewise, if you a fan of minimalist style then you’ll want to steer clear of an eccentrically styled number.

So to help you shop wisely, here’s a few tips in picking up the perfect coat:

* Embrace the bold and the beautiful: Nothing will cheer you up on a drab and dreary winter’s day than a vibrant pop of colour. Rainbow hues work fabulously well with a wardrobe that is predominantly filled to the brim with black.

* Give yourself some room: Don’t go for anything too tight as winter dressing is all about layering. Have enough room under your coat to wear chunky knits and make sure you check the sleeves are wide enough to accommodate a jumper and gloves.

* Don’t follow the trends too slavishly: Great that you keep one eye on the key looks, but remember you want your coat to go the distance. You can always pick up on trends with accessories, such as patterned tights and boots.

* Find a style that suits your shape: Longer lengths are ideal for taller figures, while cropped looks great on petites. If you want to look slimmer, steer clear of quilted puffer coats.

* A good investment: Cheap rarely makes long-term economic sense – invest in the best and you’ll get a coat that will last years rather than seasons.

  

Statement leopard print from By Malene Birger, £410; Beautiful brights from DKNY, £590.

  

Wrapped up warm - Maxmara Studio, £625; 1940s chic by Michael Michael Kors, £420.

  

Heritage inspired Paul Smith Black Label cape, £500; Boyfriend styling by Stella McCartney, £1275.

STRIP OFFER: BUY THREE GET ONE FREE

Time to give your lingerie drawer a bit of a style make-over with this great offer from Strip!

Our in-store Strip Bar is staging a special Hanky Panky promotion - buy three lacy thongs from this sought-after American brand and get a fourth free.

The low-rise, one size fits all pants are available in a range of fun and flirty colours and cost £18 each or you can treat yourself to four pairs for the special price of £54.

The offer is available until the end of November and while stock lasts. You'll find our luxury Strip Bar on the Ground Floor in Beyond Beauty.

NEW: PICTURE PERFECT CELEBRITY LOCKS!

  

Get your locks looking luscious, thanks to a great new collection of hair care products from one of the country’s leading celebrity salons.

Adam Reed and Paul Percival, who run London-based Percy & Reed, are renowned for masterminding the styling at some of the UK’s biggest TV shows, including The X- Factor and Britain's Next Top Model. They also tend to the A-list tresses of Anna Friel, Diane Kruger and Sophie Dahl. Impressive, eh?

Now the award-winning duo have unveiled their debut range of cleaning, conditioning and styling products. Packaged in pretty tubes, tubs and bottles, the line-up boasts easy to use shampoos, mousses and masks. Each has been meticulously designed to be layered with one another so that you can tailor the treatment to your exact hair type.

Hero of the collection is the Brilliantly Beautiful Super Glossing Mask, £18. The creamy gel adds shine and, because it’s packed with pro vitamin B5, helps strengthen locks too.

The Percy & Reed collection is available in store now, with prices starting from £12.

WE'RE CELEBRATING HALLOWEEN IN STYLE

They're creepy and they're kooky, mysterious and spooky.
They're all together ooky ... and guaranteed to add a dash of style to your ghoulish festivities.

  

Alexander McQueen classic silk scarf, £165. Alexander McQueen ring, £135.

  

Alexander McQueen men's jumper, £480; MarKus L:upfer T-shirt, £95.

   

Cystal Head vodka, £70; Cake cases (x72), £4.25

FASHION TREND: YELLOW IS THE COLOUR

From vibrant banana to more mellow yolk, yellow is a surprise hit for AW11. As pictured on Tess Daley, Tulia and Gwyneth Paltrow in the last week, the colour is firmly on the style radar.

  

By Malene Birger blouse, £155; Marc by Marc Jacobs clutch, £190.

  

Hunter wellies, £75; Marc by Marc Jacobs mini MP3 speakers, £40.

Case Scenario iPhone 4 cover, £29.99.



POP-UP SHOP: EAT, DRINK AND BE MERRY

We're adding a tasty touch to your festive celebrations with the launch of our new pop-up food market. The mini store offers a winter wonderland of hampers, delicious food and must-buy wines, whether you are looking to stock up on Champagne for the office party or want something out of the ordinary to accompany your Christmas feast.

Alongside a large selection of own brand products, you can stock up on  cheese from award-winning producers Trethowan's dairy and, new for this year, pies from Bristol's own Pieminister. To finish off any Christmas table to perfection, there are also stunning flowers and arrangements by Lisa Elliot.

With recycling as its decorative theme, customers can expect cardboard stags' heads, over-sized glass bottles and corrugated cardboard signs throughout.

Situated at 45 George White Street, near to our luxury Cabot Circus store, the temporary shop is now open every day in the run-up to Christmas. Wines, spirits and Champagnes will be available from the end of October.

For more details contact Harvey Nichols Bristol on 0117 916 8888.

FASHION TREND: 'EASY WEAR' MIDI SKIRT

Maxis and minis not for you? Then step forward the midi. The latest skirt length under the fashion spotlight, opt for sexy secretary or a flirty flared number for a nod to the fifties. Here's our favourites:

  

Vivienne Westwood Red Label, £230; Diane Von Furstenberg, £225.

  

Paul Smith Black Label, £210; Alexander McQueen, £580.

  

Sportmax, £195; Vivienne Westwood Red Label, £340

FOOD NEWS: ANY EXCUSE FOR INDULGING

National Chocolate Week, you say? Then it would be rude not to indulge in a few of our favourite sweet treats!

  

HN Champagne truffles, £18.95; HN small boxed selection, £11.75.

  

Artisan du Chocolat sea salted caramels, £11.95; Lick the Spoon chocolate covered honeycomb, £7.95.

  

Cocoa Bean Gin & Tonic chocolate bar, £3.50; Amedei dark chocolate bar, £5.95.

BEAUTY MUST-HAVES FOR HOME BODIES!

Planning to hibernate his winter? Just because you’re hiding yourself away doesn’t mean you have to bid farewell to your regular beauty therapy regime. Here's our pick of the best indoor treatments to pamper from top to toe.

Nip + Fab Tummy Fix, £19.50: Looking for the sweat-free way to get a flatter, more toned tum? Then reach for this daily ab toner. Created with a revolutionary formula, this clinically proven product helps to tone and tighten the stomach area. The active substances are caffeine and synephrine which help to breakdown the fat cells.

Bliss Porefector Gadget, £128: A power purge for plugged pores, this grime-fighting tool generates sonic vibrations to deep clean clogged complexions. It also helps to massage products onto the skin's surface (as opposed to doing so with your fingers) meaning they work harder and last longer. Impurity-extracting, skin-smoothing, complexion-improving, it's the next best thing to an at-home aesthetician.

Tända Acne Light Therapy Treatment, £230: This dermatologist-recommended, scientifically-proven, hand-held device delivers near-clinical light therapy. Use it to help clear existing blemishes and prevent further outbreaks, with results showing in as little as 24 hours. The starter kits include a cordless device, light therapy treatment head, goggles, and Pre-treatment Anti-Blemish Gel.

Rodial Glamtox Night, £90: The ultimate overnight face lift! Glamtox Night contains a gentle retinol which works to re-surface, thicken and plump your skin whilst reducing pore size, leaving you with a radiant glow come morning. It’s clinically proven to reduce the appearance of crow’s feet and deep set wrinkles, whilst nourishing the surface of the skin.

FASHION: A DRESS FOR EVERY OCCASION

This week Selma Hayek has been quoted as saying "It’s a lot easier to grab a fabulous little dress than to put together a whole outfit."

Whether you agree or disagree, it certainly got us thinking about our favourite AW11 dresses. Here's our pick of the key season pieces.

INFORMAL

  

By Malene Birger linen blend sweater dress, £145; Alexander McQueen knitted dress with button shoulders, £795.

SOMETHING FOR THE OFFICE

  

D&G jersey dress, £400; Michael Michael Kors belted shift, £295.

ON TREND

  

Alexander McQueen fine knit dress, £745; Marcus Lupfer fox print dress, £275.

UBER GLAM

  

Lucy in Disguise prom dress, £215; Stella McCartney velvet dress, £925.

MUST-HAVE: THINK PINK WITH ELEMIS

Created exclusively for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Elemis continues its support of the charity with its latest Think Pink Beauty Kit.

Available in store, this collection of three hero products is presented in a striking pink beauty case. Priced at £30, the kit boasts Pro-Collagen Lifting Treatment for Neck and Bust (15ml); the number one bestseller Pro-Collagen Marine Cream in an exclusive pink 30ml jar; and a Skin Nourishing Shower Cream (50ml). The products are worth £60, meaning customers save 50% on the usual price and get to help a great cause at the same time.

Elemis is pledging to raise £10,000 through sales of the stylish kit to help Breast Cancer Care continue its work offering support and information to anyone who affected by breast cancer.

“Elemis has raised more than £50,000 for Breast Cancer Care and we are so grateful for the ongoing support,” said Judy Beard, Director of Fundraising and Marketing at Breast Cancer Care. “As more and more people are diagnosed and people are living longer with the disease, demand for our free services is huge and we need to raise more money to ensure we can help them.

“This is why we so appreciate the help and generosity of companies like Elemis. The skincare collections are just beautiful and I always get excited when I see the Breast Cancer Care ranges at the counter!”

You can buy Think Pink Beauty Kit at our in-store Elemis department throughout October.

FASHION TREND: THE SWINGING SIXTIES

 

Fashion’s time machine has landed slap bang in the middle of the Swinging Sixties as mod chic comes to the fore. Echoing the decade of fashion revolution, the look is all about pop art dresses and boxy silhouettes teamed with stylishly feminine accessories in a range of experimental hues.

Playful yet ultra womanly, miniskirts, polo necks and dropped waists have been seen on the catwalks at Valentino and Calvin Klein. Prada, Jil Sander and Donna Karan opted for graphic prints, houndstooth and original monochrome … a definite nod towards 60s supermodels Twiggy and Jean Shrimpton.

The trend also heralds the return of the classic Sixties two piece, a la Alberta Ferretti and Ermano Scervino. A great choice for the winter, simply team a bold, structured tunic with tailored pencil trousers.

Finish off with cutesy kitten heels or ballet flats then just add a scooter, a flick or eyeliner and a beehive and you’re ready to swing!

 

Pictured, top row: colour block shift dress, £260 and block print dress, £260, both DKNY.

Above: jersey shirt dress, £210 and balloon sleeve shirt, £180, both Sportmax.