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The daily lemming

Posted by Robin on 15 October 2024 4 Comments

A lemming for fans of Estee Lauder’s solid perfume compacts: five new designs. “Whimsy meets exuberance. Fantastical, unexpected combinations. Decadent treats. Sweet aromas. Over the top luxury. All waiting for you to indulge. A collection that delights in extravagance. Intricately designed by luxury jewelry designer and storyteller Monica Rich Kosann.” Hat Treat (above far left, Beautiful Magnolia, “Have fun being completely over the top with a hat topped with cake and a moving hummingbird”); Elegant Swim (above second from left, Beautiful Magnolia, “This graceful swan in a glass of champagne reminds us to not take ourselves to seriously, but always enjoy life’s simple pleasures. You’ll especially love the charming details, such as the swan’s pearl necklace”)…

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The daily lemming

Posted by Robin on 10 October 2024 Leave a Comment

Not my lemming, maybe it's yours? Guerlain Imagine in a holiday bee bottle edition, featuring a cuff by jewelry designer Shourouk Rhaiem, which you can leave on the bottle or wear on your wrist. 3,310 were made; 125 ml + 30 ml + funnel, €790.

The daily lemming

Posted by Robin on 2 October 2024 4 Comments

Holiday 2024 limited editions from Chanel: first, No. 5 “…cloaked in a soft dusting of snow: a delicate veil of silk, applied by hand, drapes over the bottle’s shoulders and cabochon, giving it a unique character. The product of a highly skilled craft, the sheer fabric lends the fragrance a sculptural effect. An exceptional gift that inspires a sense of wonder. The limited-edition N°5 Eau de Parfum is presented in a sleeve embellished with an image of the iconic bottle, created by a Maître d’Art using the time-honoured technique of embossing.” £175 at Harrods. Next, purse sprays…

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The daily lemming

Posted by Robin on 26 September 2024 Leave a Comment

The Holiday 2024 limited edition of Libre, done up in gold fishnet lace. In 50 or 90 ml Eau de Parfum at Yves Saint Laurent UK.

The daily lemming

Posted by Robin on 18 September 2024 3 Comments

From Ellis Brooklyn, the new Vanilla Sin body mist: "Addictive, risqué, and sinful, this vanilla-scented body mist could become your biggest vice. Notes of black cherry, hazelnut, almond cream, and bourbon vanilla create a blend that’s intoxicating and divine." Launching later this week in 50 or 100 ml ($35-$48) at Sephora.

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