Guerlain's 2020 iteration of Muguet (here is 2019, and 2018): "Creative studio Maison Massillon conceived a custom floral decoration made of unfired porcelain that crowns the dome of Guerlain’s iconic bee bottle (Pochet du Courval). Designed to celebrate the return of spring, it is composed of white flowers and stamen affixed to 24-carat gold-plated wire." €550 for 125 ml plus a 20 ml travel bottle in white leather sheath. (via luxepackaginginsight)
A lemming too late — I would have killed for some version of this 10 years ago. The Serge Lutens Eaux de Politesse Eau de Parfum Discovery Set, with 7 ml sprays of Des clous pour une pelure, Fleurs de citronnier, Santal blanc, L'Eau d'armoise and Gris clair. $125 CAD at Holt Renfrew.
Really want, really never going to buy. From Mad et Len in collaboration with Undercover, a home fragrance trio (sold separately), consisting of a Holy Fig room spray, a pyramid-shaped candle in iron (in a Buddha Paper scent), and a triangle shaped iron box with potpourri stones (and a Black Mysticism scenting oil). I don't know what they cost and I'm not planning to check. You can read about it here and here, or buy them online in Japan here (while you're there, do pick me up one of these, or maybe this).
I ran into an Ulta this past weekend, for the first time in ages. I had a specific goal and little time, so I did not even look at the perfumes, but I did manage one spur-of-the-moment purchase (so this is not, strictly speaking, still a lemming for me): Heritage Store Aura Glow Gel Cream, in Hydrating Rose. It smells just like the Heritage Rosewater & Glycerin spray I've been using for years, and probably accomplishes nothing more, but it does feel nice on the skin and it promises more positive energy — who doesn't need more positive energy? "Perfect for all skin types, the Hydrating Rose Gel Cream refreshes, smooths and locks in moisture for dewy, more radiant skin. And because Heritage Store believes in positive energy, this cream is crystal-infused with harmonizing Rose Quartz. Infused with Rose Quartz to help bring harmony and positive energy to your life." $18.99 for 50g, and also available in Clarifying Lemon, Brightening Citrus and Calming Lavender.
Method's latest limited edition collection of liquid and foaming hand soaps is "Women in Design", in collaboration with the Smithsonian's Cooper Hewitt. Above left is Island Rain, with a botanical print inspired by the works of textile designer Marguerita Mergentime. At center, Wild Meadows, inspired by illustrator and designer Ilonka Karasz. At right, Orange Slice, with a design inspired by Barbara White's work with Japanese paper.