NEW MUST-HAVES FROM LAURA MERCIER

Launched in store this May is Laura Mercier's gorgeous new make-up collection - Belle Nouveau. For this latest range, Laura draws inspiration from her fine art background and specifically the innovative spirit of Art Nouveau.

Sugary tones set the mood for a look that's playful, yet romantic - we love the Creme Lip Print in Nude Beige and the Lip Glace in Orange Tulip, while the Sheer Creme Eye Colours in ice cream shades will be an absolute summer must-have. Skin is illuminated with the new Sheer Creme Color in Copper Glow Veil. Finish off the look with the Lavender Cloud nail varnish. Just gorgeous!

THESE SHOES WERE MADE FOR WALKING!

Get your legs beach ready the simple way ... with a pair of FitFlops! Known as the shoes with the built in gym, there's a great range to choose from this summer. Just wear them on the school run, dashing to the office or on the weekly shop and you'll soon notice the difference.

Here's our pick of the season's hottest pairs ... get walking!

  

Sling tan, £60; Platinum and grape, £55.

  

Cosmic purple, £65; Ciela bronze, £60.

  

Frou maple sugar, £75; Fleur mineral red, £70.

  

Lolla chocolate, £65; Lolla Liberty, £65.

JO MALONE™: LOVELY LONDON BLOOMS

Inspired by the colourful flowerbeds in British cottage gardens, the new Jo Malone™ Limited Edition London Blooms trio of fragrances is all about juxtaposing contrasting scents. Luscious but light, each is an instant classic.

Peony & Moss: Mixing delicate floral notes with rich, earthy moss, this has a gossamer lightness.

White Lilac & Rhubarb: Sharp rhubarb cuts through heady florals, with a hint of almond scented heliotrope.

Iris & Lady Moore: Spicy-fresh geranium and noble iris, with a top note of cool vetiver.

In store now, visit Jo Malone™ and simply choose the right one for you. They cost £72 each (100ml).

STORE NEWS: LIMITED EDITION CARRIERS

If you've bought something in store this week, you won't have failed to notice our fabulous new carrier bags! Created to commemorate a year of key British celebrations, the striking design uses famous images to celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and the 2012 Olympics.

The four ‘British’ icons – the Gilbert Scott telephone box, the double-decker bus, a black cab and, of course, Harvey Nichols – are printed in bronze, silver and gold. The limited edition carrier comes in five sizes, each identified by a corresponding gold number.

S/S12 COLLECTION FROM RULES BY MARY

New in store this month is the super stylish Swedish brand Rules by Mary. Renowned for its use of colour, prints and feminie silhouettes, the new season collection is inspired by cult 90s movie Thelma & Louise.

For SS/12, playful floral patterns are combined with graphics with attention to detail at the fore. Must-haves include flowered playsuits and cardigans ... perfect whatever the weather!

COUNT DOWN TO THE OLYMPICS IN STYLE

There's just 100 days to go until Team GB take centre stage at this year's London Olympics. We've come over all patriotic and are waving the flag for these great British brands.

  

Barbour canvas shopper, £70; Williamson special edition breakfast tea bags, £6.95.

  

Beefeater London Market edition, £21.75; Paul Smith cufflinks, £60.

I Love London Sweet Shake, £4.95

A WEEKEND WITH THE BEAUTY EXPERTS!

We're hosting a weekend of beauty indulgence, giving you the chance to preview this summer’s hottest new trends and pick up tricks of the trade from some of the world’s leading cosmetics and skincare brands.

Kicking off this Friday and running through to Sunday April 22, join us for pampering and beauty advice as well as complimentary treatments and demonstrations from the experts.

Highlights include:

Strip: Complementary eyebrow waxing and upper lip waxing and ½ body spray tanning (either top or bottom).

Electric Hair: Dry styling.

Nails Inc: Mini shape and paints.

Jo Malone: Presenting its best selling fragrances and offering free hand and arm massage.

Benefit: Complimentary brow waxing and make-overs.

Elemis: Mini cleanse and tone sessions as well as a facials.

Events will be taking place in store and at the Cabot Circus Beauty Pods, which will be open on Saturday and Sunday.

For more information, call Beyond Beauty on 0117 916 8888.

OOH LA LA! IT'S THE BEST DRESSED DRINK

It’s the most talked about fashion collaborations of the season … Jean Paul Gaultier’s striking Diet Coke bottles are launched this week and available exclusively in store.

The work of one of the world’s most renowned fashion designers features on two bottles – Day & Night – and pays homage to his show stopping creations.

The, ‘Night’ bottle has a sexy rock chick edge with a corset style reminiscent of Gaultier’s catwalk shows and iconic cone bra design, while the ‘Day’ version is inspired by signature Breton stripes. To complete the look, the shiny red bottle cap acts as a chic beret. 

The soft drinks giant has previously worked with Karl Lagerfeld, Matthew Williamson, Gianfranco Ferre, Marni and Roberto Cavalli and has been collaborating with the biggest names in fashion since 2003.

The latest Diet Coke bottles are in store now and available individually, £1.95, or as a chic collectors box which also includes a limited-edition Diet Coke glass, £19.95.

Get in quick if you want to get your hands on this most fashionable new season accessory!

NEWS: LK BENNETT LAUNCHES IN STORE

We couldn't be more excited by the launch of our striking new LK Bennett concession! Opened this week, the First Floor department boast a covetable selection of dresses, accessories and shoes from this quintessentially English fashion brand.

A favourite of the Duchess of Cambridge, the ready-to-wear range offers a modern blend of femininity, cut and style to reflect its unmistakable British heritage. For Spring/Summer 2012, there's a palette of rainbow brights, tropical colours and striking floral prints to bring an edge to your wardrobe this season. For a dash of luxury, glamorous gold and sun-kissed vintage gilt also come to fore in statement handbags and must-have sandals.

Our prediction for the season best seller? It would have to be the super stylish Crocus bag (£245, pictured below)  ... especially now it is available in a range of beautifully bold colours.

  

FASHION TREND: WHITER SHADE OF PALE

For an elegant alternative to this season's bold as brass rainbow brights, bare all in fleshy shades of pink, blush, peach and honey

  

Vince lace dress, £570; Marc by Marc Jacobs tank dress, £315.

  

Silk racerback dress, £210; wash satin trousers, £220, both by Acne.

   

Maxmara belted jacket, £605; Vince silk shirt, £225.

  

See by Chloe bracelets, £40; Chloe leather tote, £1,125.

  

Sam Edleman sandals, £105; Jeffrey Campbell wedges, £85.

RESTAURANT NEWS: SPRING IS IN THE AIR

Enjoy the fabulously vibrant flavours of spring this month with our Seasonal Prix Fixe menu at our stylish Second Floor Restaurant.

April’s menu boasts the best ingredients of the season, including wild garlic, nettle and cauliflower. Enjoy home-made piccalilli perfectly accompanied by potted beef from the fantastic Devon Ruby Red cattle, or pork belly supplied by our supplier of the month, Donald Russell, served with spring vegetables and chilli broth.

The prix fixe menu is available for lunch from Monday to Saturday (12pm-3pm) and is priced at £15 for two courses or three courses for £18.

Click here to view our April sample menu ... delicious! For more information or to make reservations, contact the Second Floor Restaurant on 0117 916 8898, email reception.bristol@harveynichols.com

BEAUTY: INDULGE IN THE BEST OF STRIP!

Last week's heatwave has certainly got us in the mood for sun-kissed skin, and luckily we have Strip on hand with a great range of products to leave us feeling like a bronzed goddess in no time!

Strip's in-store tanning experts use American wonder range South Seas, a favourite of celebrities including Kim Kardashian, Mariah Carey, Paris Hilton and even Tom Cruise. The collection of beauty must-haves work with your skin's own pigments to develop a rich golden and natural tan.

You can take home these amazing products to prolong your tan - our favourites are Tahitian Tan Mist, £20, and Bora Bora Body Polish, £15.50.

  

For more information or to book an appointment with our in-store Strip boutique call 0117 916 8864.

LET'S CELEBRATE A GREAT BRITISH SNACK!

Acclaimed food writers Tom Parker Bowles and Matthew Fort will host a dinner event at our Second Floor Restaurant this May to celebrate the arrival of their new British bar snack – Mr Trotter’s Pork Crackling.

With a weakness for the traditional snack, it was the discovery that the vast majority of scratchings in the market were made in Denmark that led to Tom and Matthew creating the tasty treat with the help of Cotswold farmer, Rupert Ponsonby.

Made from 100% outdoor-bred British pigs, Mr Trotter’s Pork Crackling is cooked by hand in small batches using a new, slow cooking process to deliver a delicious crisper crunch. They are also Monosodium Glutamate free, using sea salt and special seasoning instead.

Tom and Matthew will host the informative yet fun dinner event on Wednesday May 16 and guests will be able to sample the pork scratchings in a variety of dishes.

Tickets for the evening event are priced at £30. To book or for further information please contact reception.bristol@harveynichols.com or call  0117 916 8898. Mr Trotter’s Pork Crackling is available in store now, priced at £1.90 a bag.