First look at new season Paul Smith

New SS12 Paul Smith has hit our stores (and soon to be online) and it's looking gorgeous and colourful. With vivid prints and that quintessential Paul Smith eccentricity to the design there is bound to be something to add to your wish list!

colourful socks - how could you ever choose which to wear first!

new season wallets in cluding the seasonal naked lady and mini location prints

gorgeous neon pink 'redcar' handbag - right on trend for this season

Canteen Utility Chairs

These canteen utility chairs are inspired by the post-war school chairs. Easy stacking, functional and available in 5 bright powder coated colour's they are suitable as a desk chair or round the dining table. Made from a steel frame and a pressed beech plywood seat they are lightweight and comfortable. We wouldn't be satisfied with just one colour!

We have some more new chairs in, these bright vintage wedding chairs have come all the way over from Java. Each one has aged in it's own unique way and feel they have a story to tell. In a gorgeous vivid turquoise and individual markings on the backs they could brighten a patio or kitchen table beautifully.

Louis Ghost Chairs

There is currently a beautiful video piece on at the Holburne Museum by artist Simon Martin about the Louis Ghost chair. Trailing the history from the original conception and craftsmanship of the chair to the re-incarnation by Philippe Starck for Kartell and the plastic high-tech manufacture of the chair. On until 15th April.

Simon Martin, Louis Ghost Chair, 2011. Production still by David Pearson via Holburne.org

Kartell Louis Ghost chair 

Kartell Lou Lou Ghost chairs

Once you've seen the processes involved in making the chairs come and try them out instore!

Valentines ideas

Get planning for that special someone - here are some great ideas for Valentines Day to get you started!

1. 100 tickets: kisses - a gift that just keeps on giving!  

2. Rob Ryan Together mugs, his & hers mugs to share a hot chocolate.  

3. Little bag of hearts - set of five beautiful little pewter hearts.   

4. Monica Vinader sterling silver love bracelet, adjustable cord bracelet in vibrant pink.   

5. Gorgeous school badge - let everyone know how goregous they are!   

6. Scrabble letter mugs - spell it out!   

7. Vita R1 radio - take a slow dance together.  

8. Simon Carter crystal heart cufflinks - to wear your heart on your sleeve.   

9. Burts Bees tinted lip balm (shown in rose) - pucker up!   

10. Handwritten notes to my lover, take some inspiration from this gorgeous little book.  

Monday Mornings......

call for a big strong cuppa! Loving the new Ted Baker range from Wild & Wolf.

Sale Away

Our New Years sale is in full swing and there are so many great deals! We have up to 50% off many gorgeous items. Here are a few top picks -  

Mens - clockwise from top.

Paul Smith beanie hat in tonal green stripe, Paul Smith multi spot tie, Paul Smith half stripe classic cufflinks, Ally Capellino Rocky wallet and a Paul Smith stamp map print couirer bag.

Womens - Clockwise from top.

Paul Smith Fairisle beret, Maison Scotch bubblegum tee, Paul Smith vinatge swirl leather gloves, Paul Smith stormy leopard handbag and Paul Smith Valentina boots.

Tangerine Tango

So the word is out from Pantone that the colour for 2012 is Tangerine Tango (or 17-1463 for the purists out there). Whilst we're still undecided to go all-out in head-to-toe orange we're all for a bright pop of colour and scouring our shelves we think we can definitely bring some glowing warmth along with effortless design. Teaming just a few items together will freshen up any space or even a new accessory can brighten an old outfit.

"Reminiscent of the radiant shadings of a sunset, Tangerine Tango marries the vivaciousness and adrenaline rush of red with the friendliness and warmth of yellow, to form a high-visibility, magnetic hue that emanates heat and energy." Leatrice Elseman, Executive Director, Pantone Colour Institute.

from www.pantone.com

A few items seen here:

Pigeon light

Trim phone

Ice watch

Ally Capellino satchel

Orla Kiely milk jug

Squirrel whisk

Pantone chairs, mugs and tins

Field of Light

After a hectic day Christmas shopping in Bath why not take some time out at the new light installation at the Holburne Museum by Bruce Munro. In the gardens of the museum, surrounding the new extension, is a beautiful 'Field of Light', a sea of relaxing lights in muted rainbow hues. With the nights getting longer and longer this art work creates a tranquil respite allowing the viewer to escape into the shimmering colours.

For another sight after dark make sure you visit the Bath Christmas market - on till the 11th December. Our Bloomsbury stall is full to the brim of our favourtie goodies, and pleanty of fantastic stocking fillers! 

For more on info on the 'Field of Light' installation, click here.

perfectly put together

Beautiful gift box? Check. Guaranteed smiles? Check.

These beautiful toiletries will be appreciated by everyone this Christmas and in gorgeous box sets they hardly need wrapping up.

1. Burts Bees Radience Healthy Glow kit - contains Royal Jelly, one of nature's most nourishing substances.  

2. Cowshed 'The Best Of' gift set - includes the best bits from this much loved Babington House spa.   

3. Cowshed Trio of Soaps - includes Knackered, Grumpy and Lazy cow soaps.   

4. Burts Bees 'Head to Toe' kit - a beautiful kit with all the great essentials from Burts to keep you in tip top condition!   

5. 'Great Plains' soaps - chic boxed soaps with a Western theme.   

6. Orla Kiely Eau de Parfum 60ml - a simple floral fragrance in an elegant glass bottle.  

(click through to each items page on our website!)

Birds of a feather

Aren't these paper birds by artist Diana Beltran Herrera just beautiful! Such quirky little characters, they really remind me of the gorgeous illustrations by Whistlefox that we have in store. Each design has such an ecentric twist!

whistlefox prints

Space Time

From one spectacular light show (the christmas light switch on in Bath!) to another. This amazing timelapse video filmed from the International Space Station captures some stunning images of the earth and the Aurora Borealis.

Build a house

What a beautiful advert! And what better place to keep all your lego pieces than in giant Lego bricks. Choose from 8, 4 and 1 stud bricks in all the classic Lego colours, you can even mix it up with giant Lego boy and girl heads.

Country Living Bloomsbury Style

Here is a quick look at our beautiful stand at the Country Living Show in London. There's a great mix of all our favourite items so its well worth a visit! See you there.

New Catalogue!!

Have you picked one of our new catalogues? Perfect with a cup of tea and biscuit and getting all those important christmas presents organised. Or why not circle a few choice items and leave it in strategic positions around the house! You can request a catalogue here or you can add one to your online order.

Crochet

The Lionheart project, part of the 2012 cultural olympiad, showcases some pretty impressive crochet techniques. These giant lions will be on tour next year. But for something a bit more manageable in size there are the adorable creations by Anne-Claire Petit, super colourful animals hand made with organic cotton. 

Save the date

Make sure you keep all those important dates and get organised with style. We have a number of fantastic diaries and calenders in store and online, here's a few favourites. 

1. Cavallini desk calenders, gorgeous vintage illustrations (that you could frame next year?) - £11.95

2. Paul Smith classic stripe agenda with diary and calender, just re-fill each year. 100% leather - £250

3. My Life Story, a perfect way to capture those precious moments - £35

4. Cavallini pocket diary, various vinatge illustrated diaries to keep you organised day to day - £11.95

5. Tintin calenders in two sizes with the classic Herge illustrations that you can frame when the year is out - from £7.95

6. Cavallini sticky notes to keep tabs on those important notes - £11.95

7. Cavallini large wall calender - £19.95

Movember

Make sure your moustache is in tip top condition!

1. Tatty Devine moustache wooden brooch - £26.95

2. Burts Bees shave cream (for that precision shaping!) - £8.99

3. Classic moustaches, a different style for each day of the week - £4.95

4. Moustache clips to perk up your stationary - £3.95

5. Character moustaches for those famous faces - £4.95

6. The Moustache Growers Guide a book to research your prefered style - £5.99 

New Anorak polar bear print

We're crazy about anorak's new bear print on a perfect polar blue oilcloth backdrop. Even our polar bear eraser had to come inspect this gorgeous print!

Featured here -

Box washbag - £14.50

Flat purse - £7.50

Pencil case - £8.50
Polar bear eraser - £7.95

Catch the sun

Spotted this 'Star in a Jar' cute sculpture by artist Matt Johnson and it reminded me of the Sunjar and Moonjar's by Suck UK. Capture your own piece of the sun (or moon!) and keep a warm glow through the evening.

'Star in a Jar' by Matt Johnson

Tintin Fever!!

We're all Tintinophiles at Bloomsbury and with the new film release of 'The Secret of the Unicorn' we're all super excited so here's a little pick of some our great Tintin gifts. Enjoy.

Tintin posters - £15.95

T-shirts - from £19.95

Small figurines - from £5.95

Tin of plasters - £5.95

Pencil tins - £7.95

Mugs - £7.95

Soft toy Snowy - from £9.95

Large collectable figurines a range of prices for many different designs!

The Adventures of Tintin Trailer

The Adventures of Tintin film is set for release later this month and the trialer is looking fantastic! Can't wait.

Baby it's cold outside

This avoca hot water bottle will help you stay cosy and warm as the nights draw in. 

New Collection of Burts Bees

Have you seen the new Burt Bees collection? It's full of enticing fruity fragrances for sugar scrubs, body butters and body bars and beautiful shimmering colours for tinted lip balms. Some noteable picks are the cranberry & pomegrante body bar which leaves your skin smooth and rejuvenated with a natural exfoliator. Also the tinted lip balms come is a range of tantalising pinky tones which will moisturise and add a touch of colour.

Have you tried any of the products yet? We'd love to know what you think!

Wild Thing

The nights are drawing in and we're all cosying up at home so why not surround yourself with some of our favourite creature comforts. 

1. Squirrel lamp, such a cute little critter that will bring an autumnal glow to any corner - £55

2. Rob Ryan 'listen to the world' mug - £8.95

3. Snowy soft toy (30cm) just the right size for a cuddle - £24.95

4. Bergamot & Nettle folklore candle, bright citrus notes to lighten gloomy days - £22.95

5. Rhino, Polar Bear and Gorilla shaped erasers, not just for the pencil case! - £7.95 each

background - folklore gifwrap - £1.50