Mum's the word!

Mothers Day is soon approaching (heads up - this Sunday!) so here are a few of our favourite treats for Mum's everywhere.

1. Orla Kiely Towels - from £4.95

2. Miller Harris Noix De Tubereuse Eau de Parfum - 50ml - £62

3. Nixon Timeteller P Watch - anodaze red - £69.95

4. Burts Bees Travel Basic's kit - £17.95

5. Paul Smith Leather Heart keyfob - £35

6. Beck sondergaard Sailor Tote bag - navy - £49.95

And don't forget Mums to be! 

This Burts Bees Mama Bee Belly Butter is a gorgeous treat for growing bumps - £13.99

Follow this link for some more great Mothers Day gifts.

Daddy Cool

Fathers Day isn't just about socks and ties (although we do have some very cool Paul Smith socks!) lets think outside the box. We have some fantastic gift ideas for your Dad whether he's retro cool, sophisticated cool or just plain cool - ideas here!

And it's not just your dad - what about Grandads, father-in-laws and husbands! Show them how special they are with a gift they will remember and make them break out in that special dad dance just for you!

Here are our top picks.

and if you really must - or maybe he does really need some socks we always think Paul Smith are the best!

Weekend Getaway

It's the May Bank Holiday and we're thinking of getting away from it all (especially this rain if possible!). If you're doing the same, here is our tried and trusted list of essentials to take on a weekend away.

1. Miller Harris fragrance's are our new favourite must have! My personal favourite is the Fleur Oriental, guaranteed to transport you to distant lands.
2. Burts Bee's Radience Day Creme will keep you looking fresh and glowing whatever you get up to.
3. Tokyo Milk mini soaps - will not spill in your bag (like most of my shower gels!), comes in cute mini sizes and will lightly frangrance your bag, you simply can't go wrong.
4. A scarf can be the most versatile item in your wardrobe, I love this World of Hearts scarf by Beck Sondergaard is a beautiful large wrap to keep you cosy in the evening.
5. Take a travel journal to keep note on all the sights and sounds of your weekend. I always have a notebook close to hand for those sudden moments of inspiration, delicious dinners and whatever else won't fit on a postcard. The Literary Transport range is a perfect fit.

6. Remember to brush twice a day! 

7. I always have a camera when I go away and this handy little Ted Baker case is perfect to keep all your kodak moments safe and sound.

8. I can't be the only one who can't go anywhere without handcream - my favourite is Tokyo Milk's Gin & Rosewater with it's shea butter drenching moisturiser and light exotic fragrance.

9. Never leave the house without your Burts Bee's lip balm, it's a real lifesaver!

Oh and I'll be taking one of these Rob Ryan umbrella's with me - you know, just in case!

Bloomsbury are very excited to now be stocking Miller Harris (link) luxury fragrances and candles. With more than 20 years in the world of fragrance Lyn Harris founded Miller Harris in 2000. 

'It's all about the scent which differs from the commercial world where the bottle is often designed before the fragrance - although the packaging is beautiful, the colours are perfect with the Miller Harris sunflower motif, which is an 18th century botanical print. 

Miller Harris is an amazing brand of fragrance for us here at Bloomsbury, exclusive to our stores in Bath. I was particularly excited to start selling Miller Harris because this fragrance house is intrinsically English with an eccentric twist. I feel the company is led from the heart.' - Chloe Davies of Bloomsbury & co. 

The beautiful range of perfumes, for both men and women, allow you to choose a scent that suits your mood or the occasion, so you can build a collection of fragrances, rather than being tied to one.

They also have a beautiful blog (link) full of Lyn's inspirations - it's definitely worth checking out!