After conquering the world of fashion, fragrance and film, Tom Ford has brought his impeccable vision to the world of beauty. Now available exclusively in store, his latest collection features a complete range of colour and skin treatments as well as his must-have fragrances.

The exclusive selection is divided into three components to answer all your beauty needs and add a luxurious feel to your daily beauty regime.

The Colour Collection: Key products include the Eye Colour Quad, a range of ten opulent palettes with four harmonious shades, and the Cheek Colour powder blushes that are formulated with spherical pearls rich in emollients.

The Flawless Collection: Must-haves include the Traceless Foundation Stick for a flawless and smooth finish and a selection of make-up brushes crafted to Tom Ford’s specifications by one of the world’s finest brush makers. 

Radiant Skin: Advanced treatment products, including the Purifying Gelée Cleanser and the Intensive Infusion Ultra Rich Moisturizer.

You can shop the complete range at our Tom Ford counter in our ground floor beauty department.

FOOD NEWS: TASTE OF THE COUNTRYSIDE

We're bringing the freshest tastes of the countryside into the heart of the city with a special culinary evening organised with the beautiful Barnsley House Hotel.

The boutique hotel’s famous gardens provide the perfect inspiration for the event on Wednesday August 8 at our Second Floor Restaurant. Our Head Chef Louise McCrimmon – recently voted chef of the year in the Bristol Good Food Awards – will spend the day at Barnsley House, near Cirencester, to pick a range of fresh vegetables, fruit and herbs. She will then head back to the store with her selection of ingredients and create a delicious menu that perfectly showcases the hotel’s gardens.

The evening is designed to appeal to both the green-fingered and foodie fans alike. As well as the three-course meal, guests will also be entertained by Richard Gatenby, Head Gardener at Barnsley House. He will talk about the showpiece grounds, developed by internationally-acclaimed designer Rosemary Verey, and future plans for the famous Temple Garden and The Spa Garden, and the conservation of the treasured Simon Verity sculptures.

“Following the success of last year’s event, we are delighted to again be working so closely with Barnsley House Hotel,” explains Louise. “This evening gives diners the chance to get a real insight into the famous gardens developed by celebrated horticulturalist Rosemary Verey and hear from Richard about their future plans. Guests also get to enjoy some of the freshest seasonal produce available – literally food to fork in less than 24 hours.”

The event starts at 7.30pm and tickets cost £35 per head to include a three-course meal, coffee and petit fours, as well as the after-dinner talk.

For further details or to book your place, please call the Second Floor Restaurant on 0117 916 8898.

BEAUTY NEWS: HOT SUMMER ESSENTIALS

Off on your travels? It’s not just a case of dusting down last year’s after-sun. Here's our pick of the products you shouldn’t leave home without.

Whether it’s the heat of Hawaii, the romance of Rome or the temptation of Thailand, wherever you’re heading off for your summer sojourn make sure you pack the ultimate beauty essentials to keep you pampered and preened for your holidays.

Keeping up your daily beauty regime is just as important when you’re away as at home ... if not more so. The damaging effect of sun, sea and sand can leave your hair and skin crying out for much-needed TLC.

Essentials include after-sun, a hard-working cleanser, a shimmering bronzer to give you a much-needed colour boost in the first few days and, of course, a high SPF sun lotion. Also, take your favourite fragrance for evenings out and a great pair of tweezers to keep brows in shape throughout your fortnight away. Pack a lip gloss and nail varnish in glorious gold to show off your tan.

Luxurious travel sets – packed with mini versions of your favourite products – are a must, while a set of scented candles will ensure you relax and unwind after your flight.

  

Elemis Traveller, £68; This Works travel kit, £45.

  

Tweezerman mini slant spotted tweezers, £14.50; Butter London nail lacquer, £12.

  

Percy & Reed Hair Royal Highness travel set, £24; Korres yoghurt sunscreen, £19.

  

Tom Ford Neroli Portofino EDP, £195; Eve Lom travel essentials, £75.

NEW LAUNCH: STYLE WITH A CONSCIENCE

New in store for A/W12 is the luxury fashion label Beulah London. Available in the city for the first time, the striking ‘Butterfly Effect’ collection features signature silk evening gowns in emerald green, fiery red and sapphire blue.

Renowned as a favourite of both Kate and Pippa Middleton, the dresses are available in shorter cocktail lengths, making them perfect for all occasions. There are also exquisite separates, including pussy bow blouses, printed shell tops and maxi skirts.

As well as creating beautifully crafted silk garments, Beulah London has a strong ethical conscience. Founded by Natasha Rufus-Isaacs and Lavinia Brennan, the ethos of the brand is to help victims of human trafficking and the sex trade. Certain pieces have been produced through the Open Hand project in Delhi or created to specifically raise awareness or funds.

“Beulah believes in empowerment through employment,” Natasha Rufus-Isaacs and Lavinia Brennan explain. “By employing women who have been victims of human trafficking in India as part of our production lines, it means that for every beautiful Beulah London dress designed, there’s an equally beautiful change happening somewhere else in the world.

“The ‘butterfly effect’ is defined as a phenomenon whereby a small change at one place in a complex system can have large effects elsewhere. This comes alive through every Beulah London purchase, helping break the chains of poverty in some of the world's most marginalised communities.”

Prices for Beulah London’s Butterfly Effect collection range from £170 for a printed shell top with three quarter length sleeves, to £790 for a luxurious evening gown with cut-out back detailing.

NEWS: TOP AWARDS FOR OUR HEAD CHEF

We're certainly in a celebratory mood this morning after our amazing Head Chef Louise McCrimmon walked off with the Best Chef honour at last night's Bristol Good Food Awards. Along with her team, she was also highly commended in the Best Restaurant category.

So yes, we're all feeling very proud of Louise, who has been at the helm of our award-winning restaurant since it opened in 2008. With a passion for local produce, her exciting menus have won a legion of fans, from national food critics to the city’s trend-setters.

“It is such a pleasure to be honoured in Bristol’s prestigious food awards for doing something I absolutely love,” she says. “It is a privilege to work in a city that recognises its vibrant food scene in such a way.”

The Bristol Good Food Awards were announced last night (Tuesday July 3) at a glittering ceremony at the City’s Museum & Art Gallery hosted by wine and food expert Angela Mount. Each category was opened to public voting in May before a team of expert judges picked the winners from the shortlist.

“To be judged not only by a panel of experts but also by the people who eat in our restaurant every day is such a huge honour,” adds Louise. “This award recognises the hard work and dedication from the whole team at the Second Floor and we couldn’t be more proud.”

WE'RE GOING DOTTY OVER MARC JACOBS!

Chic, fresh and feminine, the newest edition to the hugely popular Marc Jacobs fragrance collection launches exclusively in store this weekend.

DOT is the summer’s most anticipated beauty arrival and is set to be an instant best-seller. A balance of classic elegance and modern whimsy, the exciting new scent boasts top notes of red berries, dragon fruit and sweet honeysuckle blended with coconut water and orange blossom. Lingering notes of creamy vanilla, driftwood and sensual musk round off this charming and sophisticated perfume, capturing the vintage feel of the designer’s feminine yet edgy designs.

DOT’s bottle is sure to catch the eye of any fashionista – since his debut catwalk collection in 1986, Marc Jacobs has shown a recurring preoccupation with polka dots and uses his favourite print as inspiration.

DOT will be unveiled exclusively on Saturday July 7 before its general release later this month. The Eau de Parfum is priced at £37 (30ml), £47 (50ml) and £63 (11ml). A body lotion (£26) and shower gel (£23) will also be available.

CREATING A REAL WOW WITH FACE LACE!

New in store is the fabulous collection from Face Lace, created by make-up expert Phyllis Cohen. Inspired by the Victorian Art Nouveau artists such as Aubrey Beardsley, Alphonse Mucha and William Morris, the range of ready-to-wear cosmetic artforms including fabric, metalwork and architectural detailing.

Each lace is made from vinyl with a hypoallergenic adhesive backing, and have tabs under the edges of the designs to make them easy to apply. Perfect for a dramatic night out, we love how they create such a striking look in seconds! Prices range from £13.95 to £47.95 for more intricate designs.

NEW A/W12: MAKE A STATEMENT IN McQ

One of our favourite A/W12 collections to have arrived in store comes from Alexander McQueen's gorgeous diffusion line McQ. The new season range offers a selection of statement dresses in amazing prints as well as some must-buy pieces in heritage tweeds.

Whether you plan to make a scene in this season's hottest red palette or create a wow in the striking wolf print jersey dress, the range is chic and elegant with the edgy vibe we have all come to expect from this great British brand.

Here are our favourite pieces, perfect for any autumn wardrobe:

  

Embellished fine-knit dress, £280; ruched stretch silk dress, £380.

  

Wolf print stretch jersey dress, £240; lace print cotton-blend dress, £240.

  

Tweed tail coat, £580; leather and tweed dress, £400.