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Fragrance gifts for Father’s Day 2008, part 2

Posted by Robin on 8 June 2008 13 Comments

A few more ideas for those of you who are still shopping…

A classic: Cartier Declaration (“an original, distinctive composition that basks in a harmonious blend of cold spices”) in a 100 ml leather travel case. $110 at Nordstrom…

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Fragrance gifts for Father’s Day 2008, part 1

Posted by Robin on 5 June 2008 7 Comments

Am I crazy, or did Father's Day creep up extra fast this year? It's coming up on Sunday, June 15th, so time to get shopping…

Cire Trudon Empire candleIf Dad deserves a gift fit for a king (or make that an emperor), how about an Empire candle from Cire Trudon? “Pine, sage and hay are vibrating in the air of the Napoleonian camp with hints of cades and maquis. The joyful and indulging warmth of thyme, marjoram and rosemary ring like a fife…” And so on. $70 at Aedes…

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Fragrance gifts for Mother’s Day 2008, part 3

Posted by Robin on 28 April 2008 4 Comments

Don’t forget the online fragrance discounters in your search for the perfect Mother’s Day present — why pay full price when you don’t have to?

Shhhh! Don’t tell, but this is what I got my mom this year: the Jean Patou Joy Parfum Compagnon (above left). Everyone should have a few drops of Joy in extrait, don’t you think? And the 6 ml bottle was only $65 at Parfum1…

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Fragrance gifts for Mother’s Day 2008, part 2

Posted by Robin on 26 April 2008 14 Comments

You've about 2 more weeks to come up with a Mother's Day present…

Bond No 9 Swarovski Stars Bon Bons

More sparkle from Bond no. 9: the Swarovski Stars Bon Bons, four 6 ml purse sprays in their Bryant Park, Bleecker Street, Nuits de Noho and Eau de New York fragrances. $700 at Bond no. 9…

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Fragrance gifts for Mother’s Day 2008, part 1

Posted by Robin on 19 April 2008 4 Comments

Mother's Day is Sunday, May 11th. Here are a few scented gift suggestions:

Estee Lauder Collector box
Isn't this pretty? From Estee Lauder, “an exquisite collection featuring four of the world's favorite fragrances: Beautiful, Pleasures, White Linen and Youth Dew. These rare parfums are treasured as the richest, most luxurious way to wear a scent. Each numbered, limited edition collection arrives in a striking blue presentation box–a collector's dream”. $350 at Saks…

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