13| Flower Power
In Japan camellia oil is used to treat everything from
brittle nails to stretch marks. Its hydrating and protective properties
are now available for the hair with Shu Uemura Art of Hair Essence
Absolue, a treatment that can be used before washing as a softener or
after as an ultramoisturizing leave-in conditioner. Locks are left
glossy and supersmooth but not weighed down. $65; shuuemuraartofhair.com
14| Jewel Tones
Talk about going straight to the source. By Terry Ombre
Regard Haute Couleur eye shadow trio in Dazzling Sapphire No. 1 uses
pulverized bits of the precious gem to add depth to three shimmering
shadows. The magnetic padded case keeps powders intact. $75; at Barneys
New York.
15| Totally Incensed
The American idea of incense has more to do with
patchouli and stinky sticks than it does with sophistication. But famed
French nose Francis Kurkdjian insists it can be chic. His incense
papers, which are meant to be folded up and lit in an ashtray, scent a
space in a matter of seconds but leave a fragrance that lasts up to five
hours. $25; at Bergdorf Goodman, New York.
16| Hearth Warming
To perfume a room, try Slatkin
& Co.’s chubby
three-wick candle in Fireside. The toasty blend of sandalwood, cedar,
leather and amber belongs alongside a pot of mulled cider. $25; at Bath
& Body Works.
17| Cute as a Button
The Bumble and bumble Buttonband Spool puts a
sartorial spin on hair accessories. Each elastic headband is adorned
with buttonhole slits and two oversize yellow buttons for a look
both adorable and neat. $15 for two; bumbleandbumble.com
18| Eau de Demi
For most women, Demi Moore inspires gym memberships.
But
the perfume experts
at Helena Rubinstein found
olfactory inspiration
in the actress—specifically, they say, her “modern”
romance with Ashton Kutcher—and made her the muse for the
company’s latest fragrance, All You’ve Ever Wanted. The
complex blend of ylang-ylang, magnolia and iris is meant to evoke
Moore’s strong personality. $60; at Macy’s.
19| Spray Happy
When it comes to perfume, an extra splash or two in the
morning often makes it smell stronger, not last longer. Avoid
overpowering your friends with Bond No. 9 Now-And-Forever Pocket Sprays,
which allow you to reapply when your fragrance starts fading.
They’re available in 10 of the brand’s
neighborhood-inspired eaux de parfum, from Astor Place and Wall
Street to Nuits de Noho and Chinatown. $85 each; at Bond No. 9.
20| Coming Up Roses
Chantecaille has long had a
love affair with the rose, using it as both an inspiration and an ingredient. This season its
likeness appears on Les Pétales, a charming collection of
compacts containing face powder, pearlized highlighter or rose-colored
lip gloss. $36 each; chantecaille.com
Click here to view part one.
Gift Sweet (part 2)
From candles for chronic shoppers to skincare for oenophiles, W picks the season’s perfect presents.
November 2009
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