The 'most beautiful house' Sir Paul Smith picked for his branding

A woman living in the city's exclusive Park Estate has been speaking of the moment Sir Paul Smith saw her house as 'the most beautiful on the street' - and printed it on his unique designer merchandise that's globally recognised. Hidden away from the 'craziness' of the city, The Park is a gated, luxurious estate with an "Italian feel" to it.

Read more: The story behind Nottingham's Park Estate and how it became 'isolated oasis' in centre of city Carefully kept in a Paul Smith original black bag, Mrs Fruin revealed an item gifted by the famous designer himself. She said: "We got this bag, and also the photo used for his merchandise framed, signed by Sir Paul Smith himself. He is a lovely character."

"We are living a privileged life, I am aware of this. But it is hard work." She spent part of her life travelling "a small percentage of this world" in Thailand, the Caribbean Islands, Vietnam and Cambodia. The 56-year-old added: "Everyone is so nice here. It is the people who make this place so special." Another long-term resident, who wished to remain anonymous, added: "I know I am privileged to live here. Sometimes I am embarrassed when my friends come here.

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