Included in any comprehensive list of “that which is aesthetically pleasing” ought to be the revamped Met Bar (which is no longer members-only, so do visit) and new Soho restaurant Ducksoup (for its “rustic minimalism”).

Jodie Marsh’s controversial new bodybuilder look is unlikely to find itself featured in a list of the aesthetically pleasing any time soon, however – as a minor consolation to Jodie – the combination of her rapid physical transformation with ten cans of boot polish has already propelled her straight to the top of the “What The Hell? 2011” list.

Every cloud…

One thing, however, that is sure to be included in many lists of the aesthetically pleasing is the range of wallet/iPhone cases from Landmarks and Lions.

Made of sleek goatskin (in black or camel) with a striped cotton canvas, the cases include an iPhone pouch as well as additional pockets for business cards, credit cards and cash. Which means a less unsightly bulge in your pocket, and far less chance of forgetting or losing your wallet or phone.

At £39 they’re an ideal gift. To buy for yourself.