Dionne Bromfield takes centre stage

Exciting new soul singer Dionne Bromfield takes centre stage at a Fashion Party staged by Harvey Nichols Bristol next month. To celebrate the arrival of the new season designer labels, the luxury department store will host the style extravaganza on Wednesday March 17, from 6.30pm.

Throughout the evening, models will be showcasing the latest SS10 ranges while Dionne, whose godmother is Grammy-winner Amy Winehouse, will perform a live set.

Aged just 14, Dionne has already released her first album - Introducing Dionne Bromfield - which features covers of 12 R&B classics and she has also performed live on Strictly Come Dancing with none other than Winehouse as a backing singer.

Described by godmother as "really special, she's better than I was at her age," Dionne shot to fame when a four-minute clip of her performing in Pete Doherty's home aged just 12 appeared on You Tube. It has since been viewed more than 120,000.

Sue Stones, general manager of Harvey Nichols Bristol, said she is delighted to bring the rising young star to the city. "Our in-store events are a great way for Bristol's stylistas to indulge their passion for the very best designer collections.

"Our Fashion Party next month is expected to be a fantastic evening and we are very excited about Dionne Bromfield performing a live set for us. What could be better than great music and great shopping?"

Tickets for the in-store event cost £20, with a £10 donation going to the Prince's Trust charity. Complimentary drinks will be served. Places are limited so early booking is advisable - contact 0117 916 8888 for information and to book your place.

Sharing a passion for perfume

The world's only "Professeur de Parfums" will be sharing his passions for fragrance when he visits Harvey Nichols Bristol. Roja Dove, an internationally-acclaimed perfume guru and lecturer, will host an evening at the luxury department store on Wednesday March 10 from 6.30pm.

A talented public speaker whose unsurpassable knowledge has been heard at London's Barbican and The Victoria & Albert Museum, Roja's advice is very much in-demand and he is undoubtedly the most quoted expert in the industry. For this special evening, he will discuss his fascination for different scents and his work with some of the most famous perfume houses.

Tickets for the event cost £15, which is redeemable against purchases on the evening and includes a glass of Champagne.

For a real treat, there are a limited number of VIP tickets available for £35 to include a special three-course menu, inspired by Roja and his best-loved perfume essences, in the Second Floor Restaurant. The price also includes complimentary car parking in Cabot's Circus and £15 is redeemable against purchases on the evening.

Early booking is advisable - contact 0117 916 8888 for information and to secure your place.

New collection from Jo Malone

If there's one thing to make a girl go weak at the knees it's the arrival of a new collection at Jo Malone. And so Harvey Nichols Bristol is delighted to exclusively welcome the very latest range this month - the exotic Vanilla & Anise for bath, body and home.

Designed to whisk you off to the shores of Madagascar, this divinely scented selection is packed with subtle spices and florals.

Top Notes: Sicilian Bergamot, Tunisian Neroli, Wild Fennel Flower, Star Anise.

Middle Notes: Oleander, Tuberose, Frangipani, Purple Vanilla Orchid.

Base Notes: Madagascar Clove, White Amber, Vetiver Bourbon, Vanilla Bourbon Absolute, Tonka.

The cologne is priced at £32 (30ml) and £64 (100ml), the body cream is £45, the candle is £38 and the bath oil costs £38.