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Holiday fragrance gifts 2011, part 4

Posted by Robin on 6 December 2011 31 Comments

Our series of holiday gift posts continues; today we’re covering home fragrances of all sorts. If you missed them, here are links to part 1 (scented body products), part 2 (travel sizes & coffrets) and part 3 (more travel sizes & coffrets). Coming up next: men’s fragrances.

Diptyque holiday candles 2011

The 2011 holiday collection from Diptyque: Epinette in green (“Echoing the aromatic freshness of its needles and the resinuous notes of its pine cones, the Spruce Tree candle promises a wintry runaway in the depths of the wood.”; in 3 sizes $32-$275) or Perdigone in red (“Concentrate of warm and fruity notes around a spiced plum that deliciously perfumes the house. Absolutely comforting in the depths of winter.”; in 2 sizes $32-68)…

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Holiday fragrance gifts 2010, part 8

Posted by Robin on 17 December 2010 28 Comments

Tick, tick, tick….

If you need more ideas, check out part 1, part 2, part 3, part 4, part 5, part 6 and part 7.



From Jo Malone, the Pomegranate Noir Fragrance Chronicle: “Transform Pomegranate Noir with the accords of Raspberry, Casablanca Lily and Guaiacwood to create your own compelling blend of this iconic fragrance for both men and women.” Includes a 30 ml bottle of Pomegranate Noir plus 9 ml bottles of Raspberry Cologne, Casablanca Lily Cologne and Guaiacwood Cologne. $95…

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Holiday fragrance gifts 2009, part 3

Posted by Robin on 8 November 2009 33 Comments

Christian Dior J'Adore, Amphora bottle

From Christian Dior, J’Adore in a limited edition collector bottle: “The Amphora bottle was created in 1947 for Dior’s very first fragrance, Miss Dior. The exquisite bottle was made from Baccarat crystal and originally designed by Fernand Guerycolas. The new Amphora will be presented in a luxurious case, with each one individually handmade and numbered from one to ten making it a truly unique collector’s item.” At Selfridges in London, size, price and concentration unknown…

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Fragrance gifts for Father’s Day 2009, part 1

Posted by Robin on 31 May 2009 9 Comments

Father’s Day is Sunday, June 21…time to get shopping!

smn-aedesL'Occitane, Eau des Baux Shower Gel

From Santa Maria Novella, Latte per il Corpo Uomo – Body Milk for Men (shown at left): “This 700 year old formula, containing hydrating vegetable oils, cocoa butter, white beeswax, and avocado oil hydrates, tones and gives the skin softness and elasticity. Infused with a subtle spicy scent this rich fluid emulsion absorbs without a trace, leaving even the most parch body toned, nourished, and moisturized – but never greasy.” $74 for 250 ml at Aedes…

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Fragrance gifts for Mother’s Day 2009, part 1

Posted by Robin on 26 April 2009 38 Comments

Mother’s Day is May 10, and it’s coming up fast…here are a few gift suggestions to get you started.

Ormonde Jayne engraved bottleTom Ford White Patchouli travel set

From Ormonde Jayne, an engraved bottle (shown above left): “Ormonde Jayne will engrave your mother’s initials onto the gold and glass stopper of our iconic Pure Parfum bottle and have it delivered in a beautiful shagreen box.” The service takes about 5 working days (not including shipping), and a 50 ml bottle is £130; you can order online at the Ormonde Jayne website…

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