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Style Note: The Isabella Oliver Cape

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Yesterday was one of those cold and breezy days in London when you really need something warm and snug to wrap up in. And what better way to wrap up than in a cape. It's the perfect alternative to a winter coat. I received this beautiful one as a Christmas Gift from one of my favourite labels Isabella Oliver.

London Fashion Week Diary: BODYAMR

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The BODYAMR show was one that I was particularly looking forward to, and it was well worth the wait. The signature draping that I love still played a huge role in the collection as an abundance of luxe fabrics and beaded embellishment.

Giveaway: Win Tickets to the 2010 Vitality Show!

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The lovely team at Vitality are treating three lucky readers to a pair of free tickets! Running from 18th-21st March in London’s Earls Court 2, Vitality is the UK’s largest health, beauty, fitness and wellbeing event for women.

Beauty Buzz: Liz Earle Naturally Active Skincare

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I recently changed my beauty regime to include the Cleanse and Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser, the Instant Boost Skin Tonic and Skin Repair Moisturiser. It's been just six days, and already I've seen a noticeable difference in the clarity of my complexion and the texture of my skin.

Eating out: Wine Dinners at the Milestone Hotel

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Picture the scene: Dinner and wine within stunning 19th-century architectural surroundings overlooking Kensington Palace and Gardens. Sounds blissful doesn't it? Well it's all taking place on Wednesday the 13th of May at the Milestone. Voted No.1 in World for Service by Conde Nast Traveler, the hotel is opening it's doors for an evening of luxury wine tasting and sumptuous dishes to savor.

The Milestone will be hosting a special evening as part of the Red Carnation Hotels Wine Dinner season. Guests are encouraged to enjoy tipples from the Bouchard Finlayson winery based in South Africa. Pinot Noir, Sauvignon and Chardonnay will be ready for the tasting - all made from flavorsome grapes, cultivated in the rich wine-growing region in The Cape.

As a special treat, the celebrated wine maker Peter Finlayson will be in attendance to reveal secrets to the winery's success. The wine tasting is complemented by a 4-course dinner and costs £85 per person. This event promises to be an ideal evening for wine lovers and foodies. From 7:00 pm onwards.

To make reservations for the Milestone Hotel Wine Dinner call 020 7917 1000 or email dosborne@rchmail.com.

The Milestone Hotel
1 Kensington Court
London W8 5DL
Web: www.milestonehotel.com

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What's On: Beauty 100 at Selfridges

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Date: Thursdays, 7th-29th May 09

London department store Selfridges has reached a landmark 100 years in service, and in recognition the Big Yellow Festival was launched on the 1st of May, honouring the store's centenary achievement.

The store will be dedicating Thursday nights to Beauty 100 - an evening of free makeovers and pampering delights. The beauty counters will be open for you to enjoy a glass of pink bubbly and be preened by the resident beauty team.

The fun starts at 6pm, kicking off with special 'vogueing' workshops where you'll be able to learn the art of looking fabulous. There will also be scouts from Storm Models sizing up future models in the making and Grazia magazine's beauty hunter will be checking out the latest beauty looks to cover in the next issue.

Special celebrity guests will be in attendance every week and on the 7th of May, soul songstress Beverly Knight will be in-store to share her beauty secrets. And to really get the party started, Kiss 100 DJs will be live on the decks in the beauty hall, playing the latest tunes.

Selfridges London
400 Oxford Street
London W1A 1AB

Web: www.selfridges100.com

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WIN! A Bespoke Monique Luttin Fascinator

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Hurray, Summer is nearly here! The season of weddings, garden parties and of course ladies day at the Royal Ascot. To celebrate, Pretty Stylish London has joined with Monique Luttin Millinery to give one lucky reader the chance to design their very own fascinator created by Monique Luttin herself!

If you haven't already heard of Ms. Luttin, where have you been? Her hats and headpieces feature striking colour schemes and oh so pretty accents guaranteed to add serious wow factor to your ensemble - she's the hat specialist on every celebrity stylist's speed dial darling!

Visit: www.moniqueluttin.com for more info.

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Internationally Stylish: Brooklyn Diner, New York

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Yesterday I dined at the Brooklyn Diner on 43rd Street, located near the heart of Times Square. Stepping inside takes you on a journey back to the times of rock n' roll. The plush red leather booths, warm furnishings and 1950s interior transports you back to a time when rockabilly ruled and Elvis was king. The eatery serves authentically American ethnic cuisine; dishes include Italian, Irish, Jewish, Caribbean and African influences all under one roof.

The portions are deliciously filling and the desserts are to die for. I treated myself to the Brooklyn Diner's simple but signature dish of Cheese burger deluxe with French fries and onion rings. I had just enough room to sample an indulgent ice cream sundae, topped with chocolate sauce and cherries. Mmmm mm.