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Photo taken by Mark Bunyan
Tuesday
Back to cool
Watching Gossip Girl last night I was thrilled to see the Cambridge Satchel reworked in a way I had never seen before by Blair's minions. Since this Spring sees us working a more ladylike look (see Louis Vuitton), the Gossip Girl co-ordinating outfit and satchel is spot on.
The Cambridge Satchel Company have neon beauties that will finish off the sports luxe styles that were also seen on the catwalk. I will be choosing between a pink and fluoro yellow...
The Classic £98
The Batchel £117
Series 5 of 'Gossip Girl' is shown in the UK on ITV2
For more information on Cambridge Satchel Company please visit www.cambridgesatchel.co.uk
Monday
Upstairs downstairs
I have been aware of Silver Service Jewellery for some time but I think that the styles, designed by Tilly Sveaas, have a real relevance for this current season. From Eastern influenced charms to miniature guns hanging from coloured cotton bracelets, there is always something unexpected to be found.
Sterling silver and bone bulls head on sterling silver chain £125
The brand has quickly caught the attention of numerous personalities and this growth is set to continue with selected ranges now available in flagship stores of Topshop, Urban Outfitters.
For more information visit www.silverservicejewellery.co.uk
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Sunday
In the jungle
Make like Jessica Hart with the new 2012 florals. Bright, digital prints in directional shapes are the way to go for Spring/Summer...
Choose tropical brights to achieve this look, Topshop have produced a great collection.
Saturday
Work it (out)
It has been announced that the legendary Iris Apfel has collaborated with MAC to produce a new colour collection.
Now, which colour to go for first...?
When pigs fly
Walking out of The Potted Pig in Cardiff last evening I genuinely believed (and still do) that it had provided me with quite possibly the best meal experience I have ever had. This sounds like a bit of an overstatement, their menu has not changed the culinary world nor were the floors paved in gold, but hold out and I shall try and convey what has led me to state such a bold line...
As the only restaurant in Cardiff that requires you to book a month in advance I am sure many must agree that a restaurant of this standard has been long overdue in a capital city. The Potted Pig is situated in an underground bank vault with a strpped back interior and no fussy unnecessary decoration. The party I was with chose a selection of starters from the interesting selection including deep fried whitebait with aioli and potted pig with toast and pickles which were both beautiful dishes. However, I must rave about the texture and flavour in the duck hash with fried duck egg. If I am honest, I did not know what to expect with this starter, what arrived was a shredded duck and vegetable base topped with a perfect fried duck egg which, when combined, just melted in the mouth. We combined our starter with a wonderful bottle of Merlot available from their extensive wine list, The Potted Pig is best known for it's amazing gin selection but after a long week sometimes only a glass of full bodied red will suffice.
The menu is a strong, meat domiated affair and our table was split, lamb shank versus pork belly. As I previously mentioned, the menu is not particularly innovative but the quality of the meat and the expert way in which it has been cooked will absolutely blow you away. The table was silent for a good five minutes after the chorus of praise at the first mouthful as the meat just fell apart. The Potted Pig know has a very strong identity and I believe this is why they have been so successful, they also are very aware of their strengths and use these to their advantage.
After great reviews in The Guardian and from everyone who has visited, this relatively small restaurant is set to achieve great things. I can see that word of this restaurant is already reaching those across the border as Friday night's star studded visitors demonstrated...
Yes, so this may be another reason why I enjoyed my Potted Pig experience so much, at the table opposite our own sat David Walliams and wife Lara Stone. I have to be honest, it is not every day that you are sat in the company of a world class supermodel (I didn't stare I promise!).
So there is the proof, The Potted Pig restaurant is the only restaurant in Cardiff in which you should be seen. I can only hope that the success of this unexpected gem spurns a food revolution in the Welsh capital...bring on the competition!
Visit www.thepottedpig.com for more details
Jet set
The airport style of the rich and famous...ah something only most can aspire to! The key is layers, layers, layers; luxurious materials such as cotton and cashmere in loose tops and t-shirts ensure a comfortable flight and a gorgeous appearance when you arrive.
Jessica Alba
Scarlett Johansson
Rosie Huntington-Whitely
Mila Kunis
Miranda Kerr
Blake Lively
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Friday
Secret garden
These branch earrings from No One online boutique are too beautiful for words.
Noemi Klein branch earrings £126
Profile picture
Mille Mackintosh, star of E4's Made in Chelsea, has brought fashion design emporium Prodiga to our attention. With it's ethereal photo look-book and beautiful sculpted silhouette, Jennifer Levenston's designs are headed to the big time.
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The Prodiga collection is intricately detailed but incredibly wearable and adaptable.
Contact Prodiga for more details - contact@prodiga.co.uk
Hot pix
Ignore all other accessories in the preparation for summer...these Alexander Wang sunglasses sourced from American Rag are all you need!
Thursday
Crash course
I have recently come across a beautiful jewellery range designed by Lucy Peacock from London. The pieces are colourful sculptural designs and photograph beautifully...
The amazing designs, worked into jewellery from original large installation pieces start at £20 and can be purchased from Farfetch.
International qualification
Ignoring the name, Nasty Gal is an American online store that has only just come to my attention. With comparisons to ASOS, Urban Outfitters and American Apparel it has great clothes, shoes, accessories and vintage sections...which can now be shipped to the UK hooray!
Lita platform boot £103.84
Aztec beaded clutch £43.59
Pretty ones cape £126.91
Gallista platform £99.35
Stella blazer £56.41
Sedona striped skirt £24.36
Siena Necklace £114.09
Monaco maxi dress £43.59
Caballero ankle boot £240.37
Monaco maxi dress £43.59
Cheyenne stone earrings £67.30
Stylism
Rock n roll royalty meets vintage store gloriously culminated in the creation of Zoe Kravitz. Her style shows an uninhibited approach to fashion and that she is not afraid of trying anything. I remember seeing an article about her years ago in Teen Vogue, Zoe has now embraced high fashion but has retained the fun, quirky style she carried from her teens...
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