New from Oscar de la Renta: Velvet

Velvet ($88, 3.4 oz.), the latest scent from Oscar de la Renta is hitting shelves this month at Macy's. A modern touch on the beloved Oscar scent, this new fragrance captures the classic sophistication with a contemporary, seductive twist.

Inspired by the decadent fabric for which it is named, this intoxicating juice opens with a burst of Amethyst Calla Lily and Dewberry, followed by Black Orchid and Litchi Nectar, creating a truly magnetic perfume, both playful and bold. The scent is lush.

Shaped in the classic Oscar de la Renta scuptured sleek contoured glass, VELVET takes on a rich Bordeaux bottle color. 

Always a Classic: OSCAR

Over thirty years, Oscar de la Renta dreamed of creating a perfume that embodied the joy and sophistication of his designs. In 1977, OSCAR was born as his signature fragrance.

Feminine and floral, Oscar opens with a distinct sparkle, a citrus bouquet of Sicilian lemon, bergamot and citron. At its heart are Egyptian jasmine, orange flower and tuberose. A combination of heliotrope, musk, tonka bean and vetiver give Oscar a warm, long wearing base.

Available for $87 ( EDP Spray- 100ml) and $67 (EDP Spray- 50ml) at Oscar de la Renta boutiques, OscardelaRenta.com, Bloomingdale's, Bloomingdales.com, Saks Fifth Avenue and SaksFifthAvenue.com. 

Mother's Day Special Edition Gift Sets: Oscar de la Renta

You can give a gift as sophisticated, beautiful and timeless as your mom this Mother’s Day with the new, special-edition gift sets from Oscar de la Renta.

For all those fragrance lovers in your life:

Oscar de la Renta OSCAR Signature Gift Set ($87 at Macys.com)

Inspired by an Oscar de la Renta Resort 2016 print, this OSCAR Signature Gift Set, is the perfect addition to the gift list for mom. This show-stopping limited edition gift set is a continued celebration of Mr. de la Renta’s signature fragrance, OSCAR, a classic floral-oriental. This luxurious set includes a 3.4 oz OSCAR Eau de Toilette, 3.4 oz Body Lotion, 3.4 oz. Body Bath paired with a chic cosmetic bag. 

Oscar de la Renta Extraordinary Gift Set ($92 at Macys.com)

The Extraordinary Gift Set is the essential limited-edition gift for any mom that embodies the true Oscar de la Renta spirit – chic, modern and above all, Extraordinary. The elegant set includes a 3 oz. Extraordinary Eau de Parfum, the irresistible sparkling floral, 3.4 oz. Body Lotion and 3.4 oz. Shower Gel.

New from Oscar de la Renta: Extraordinary Pétale

Yes, it has hit shelves! Extraordinary Pétale, the new, invigorating and alluringly feminine take on Oscar de la Renta’s Extraordinary has arrived...

An invigorating and alluringly feminine take on Oscar de la Renta’s EXTRAORDINARY, is born. The latest tribute awakens with a dash of whimsy and renewed elegance. Romantic, lace-inspired touches from creative director Peter Copping collide with Oscar’s exuberant, floral signature, making EXTRAORDINARY PÉTALE a refreshingly modern twist on the original, and a splendid addition to the EXTRAORDINARY legacy.

THE FRAGRANCE: ​Light, fruity, floral, woody

This effervescent essence opens with a captivating burst of Bergamot Champagne enhanced with a vibrant Zesty Mandarin and Sparkling Aldehydes to impart a luminous aura of freshness. At its heart is Rose LMR, highlighted with luxurious hints of Orange Flower Absolute and bright Jasmine Absolute. The fragrance unfolds with robust notes of Couture Amber, softened with touches of creamy Vanilla Orchid Petals and infused with a sheer veil of Radiant Musk to evoke a refined and lightweight finish.

Top Note: Bergamot Champagne, Zesty Mandarin, Sparking Aldehydes

Middle Note: Rose LMR, Orange Flower Absolute, Jasmine Absolute

Dry Down: Couture Amber, Vanilla Orchid Petals, Radiance Musk

DESIGN

The bottle itself is beautiful. Cast in a brilliant, star-shaped silhouette and defined by delicate, clean lines, this spectacular glass vessel brilliantly showcases the rose-colored fragrance in an exquisite display of luxury. Striking yet refined, the flacon, like the Oscar de la Renta woman, combines an aura of understated elegance with a spirited approach to style.

The bright pink cap enhances the celestial shape of this signature flacon and incorporates an added touch of romance. The design draws on the brand’s innovative past, capturing the spirit of a classic luxury perfume refreshed with modern sophistication.

The carton draws inspiration from Peter Copping’s spring 2016 collection, combining the youthful femininity of translucent, botanical lace with the timeless elegance of vibrant color.

Perfumers: EXTRAORDINARY co-creators Carlos Benaim and Laurent LeGuernec.

ASSORTMENT & PRICE:

Extraordinary Pétale Eau de Parfum (90ml) - $88
Extraordinary Pétale Eau de Parfum (40ml) - $58

AVAILABILITY:
Oscar de la Renta Boutiques, Macy’s, Dillards, Lord & Taylor and Belk.

Oscar de la Renta: Something Blue

Can you believe it has been one year since George and Amal tied the knot? This time of year has us reminiscing of the unforgettable dress Amal wore to say I do.

While not every bride can wear a custom Oscar de la Renta gown, they can have a piece of the glamour with Mr. de la Renta’s Something Blue fragrance.  This fragrance was created by Mr. de la Renta with the desire to make dreams come true, a good luck charm to make brides feel vibrant and full of life.

Opening with a burst of mandarin and linden blossom, this romantic scent has a heart of stephanotis known as the “bridal veil”, lily of the valley and a kiss of lychee. This fragrance warms to a sultry finish with notes of bourbon vanilla and white musk. 

Available at Oscar de la Renta boutiques and oscardelarenta.com, Bloomingdale's and bloomingdales.com, Saks Fifth Avenue and SaksFifthAvenue.com

OSCAR: The Spirit of Femininity

It was over 30 years ago that Oscar de la Renta dreamed of creating a perfume that captured the sophistication of his designs. 

In 1977, he created his signature fragrance, OSCAR, to be timeless, feminine and as a celebration of all women. 

OSCAR is a feminine floral- oriental that opens with a distinct sparkle, realized through a citrus bouquet of Sicilian lemon, bergamot and citron. At it's heart lies fresh florals such as Egyptian jasmine, orange flower and tuberose. A combination of musk, tonka bean, vetiver and heliotrope give OSCAR a warm, long lasting base.

Available at Oscar de la Renta Boutiques, OscardelaRenta.com, Bloomingdale's, Saks Fifth Avenue and SaksFifthAvenue.com for $87/ Eau de Parfum Spray 100ml and $67/ Eau de Parfum Spray 50ml.

New from Oscar de la Renta: Granada

Summertime has us dreaming about Granada, the gorgeous feminine fragrance by Oscar de la Renta. Inspired by Spain’s lush Alhambra Gardens, this scent captures the majestic paradise into a sensorial experience.

As part of the Essential Luxuries Collection, this uplifting accord opens with a tang of fresh citrus, heart of jasmine and cardamom followed by exotic rose creating a luxurious, sweet scent that leaves a lingering impression.

“A garden is probably the most spiritual and pure of joys.” – says Mr. de la Renta who created this fragrance to bring bliss and beauty to the everyday. Available for $150 at NeimanMarcus.com. 

Oscar de la Renta: Something Blue

This fragrance was designed to make a woman feel her most beautiful. Something Blue is a woman's good luck charm for when she wants to feel feminine, alluring and full of life.

Something Blue opens with a burst of mandarin and linden blossom followed by a romantic heart of stephanotis, lily of the valley and a kiss of lychee. Stephanotis is the signature note of Something Blue and is often called " bridal veil" because of its traditional use in wedding bouquets.

In partnership with Ann Gottlieb and perfumers Ilias Ermenidis and Frank Volkl of Firmenich, a proprietary technology was used to extract the Essenes of Stephanotis in its natural form. 

"Every woman dreams of that day. You have to go the extra mile and fulfill that dream to make something that a woman will fall in love with." - Oscar de la Renta

Price: Eau de Parfum Spray 3.4 oz./100ml $115, Eau de Parfum Spray 1.7 oz/50ml $85, Scented Candle $65 and Body Lotion 5.0 oz $50.

Available at Oscar de la Renta boutiques and oscardelarenta.com, Bloomingdale's and bloomingdales.com, Saks Fifth Avenue and SaksFifthAvenue.com.

More Mother's Day Gift Options

With Mother’s Day just around the corner, I wanted you to have these wonderful options that I, as a Mom, love and appreciate. Below is a quick rundown on the latest fragrances from Oscar de la Renta along with a new product from Elemis that will have that special someone feeling extra pampered this year.

Gifts that Make a Fashion Statement:

Oscar de la Renta

· FLOR – Don’t just give her flowers, give her FLOR, a modern creation of a fresh, floral bouquet that carries the sophistication of Oscar signature fragrance with a touch of elegance and surprise, updated just for her.

· Extraordinary – this sparkling floral scent is for the cool mom, leaving her feeling chic, modern and above all, Extraordinary.

Gift that Pampers:

Elemis

· British Botanical Shower Cream ($38.50) – this luxurious, rich shower cream will give mom a spa like experience with every use, not to mention the packaging is gorgeous!

FLOR from Oscar de la Renta

His legend shall forever live on. Oscar de la Renta has launched FLOR, a feminine new fragrance hitting shelves just in time for Valentine’s Day. It’s romantic, pink and gorgeous. Oscar FLOR in its simplicity is a flower, natural, bright and fragrant.

FLOR is a modern creation of a fresh, sparkling floral bouquet that carries the sophistication of Oscar signature with a twist of elegance and surprise...a gentle balance of freshness and soft sensuality.

“Oscar FLOR was created with a touch of audacity & more than a splash of originality; all coming from the desire to explore new olfactory territories.

An irreverent fragrance, Oscar FLOR bursts forth with profound feminine splendor.   Inspired by Oscar’s home is the Dominican Republic, which has an overture of elegance and romanticism infused with rich opulence. I wanted to create a fragrance like his home; sophisticated and chic with an undeniable charm.

For me, this fragrance had to feel luxurious and elegant but it also had to be fun and unexpected.  I wanted the top to sparkle with juicy freshness of Lychee, Juicy Mango, Tangerine, Crisp Ivy; while the heart took an elevated turn of glamour and surprise with notes of Bulgarian Rose Orpur®, Jasmine Sambac and Neroli.  From the back comes all the texture, warmth and character. Sheer Cassis, Tonka Beans, Seductive Musk complete the interlude and keep you wanting more.”

-Calice Becker, Perfumer

Top notes are Sparkling Lychee, Lush Neroli and Crisp Ivy. Middle notes are Pink Jasmine, Fresh Picked Mango and Blanc Peony. Bottom notes are Creamy Musk, Tonka Bean and Sheer Cassis.

FLOR is available at Macy’s and Dillards for $78 (100ml EDP) and $20 (10ml rollerball).

Oscar de la Renta: Black & White Holiday Essentials

" A black and white palette is strong, elegant and modern."- Oscar de la Renta

I know we just finished NYFW yet I wanted to introduce you to holiday essentials that were inspired by the glamorous designs from Oscar de la Renta's 2014 runway show.  This limited edition gift set is the perfect introduction to the OSCAR fragrance collection, pairing his signature fragrance with his signature fashions.

The set includes a 3.4 fl. oz. OSCAR Eau de Toilette Spray, 3.4 oz. Body Lotion and a 3.4 oz. Body Bath ($ 92). OSCAR, the unmistakably feminine floral-oriental fragrance is perfect for anyone wanting to make a chic statement for the holiday season.

Thee Oscare de la Renta Black & White Holiday Collection will be available at Oscar de la Renta, Belk, Bloomingdale's, Dillards, Macy's and Lord & Taylor.

 

Oscar de la Renta: Launches Exclusive Collection of Six Fragrances

You may not remember this, but as I was looking for the Oscar de la Renta Limited Edition nail polishes in his namesake boutique a couple of years ago, I caught a glimpse of one of the most elegant men I had ever seen. Turns out it was the designer himself and my knees started to buckle. His line is luxurious and elegant and these new Fragrances are, too. 

" To wear perfume is a luxury; it's about spoiling yourself with fantasy."

The Essential Luxuries collection was inspired by the designer's mastery of fashion and his enriched, joy-filled life. The six fragrances were created to attract anyone drawn into his personal world- a gracious, outgoing, bin vivant with impeccable taste and the polish of a true gentleman. Each fragrance echoes the close connections to Oscar's vibrant life and loves...

The collection includes Santo Domingo which is where Mr. de la Renta is from and has a smooth, smoky tabac fragrance that was inspired by the tropical setting of his birthplace. From the fresh, citrusy top notes to the rich warmth of tobacco and spices, this fragrance is meant to be shared.

Granada is a romantic citrus floral accord with a feminine air. It was inspired by the memories of Spain. Early in his life, Oscar de la Renta became captivated with Spain in such a way that it would influence his work forever. 

Oriental Lace is a dark, daring oriental laced with gourmand nuances that are quite opulent. This fragrance unfolds to reveal a warm, inviting blend of the unique hoya carnosa flower with hints of honey and bitter almond. Patchouli and dark cacao impart a mysterious treat to this oriental fragrance.

Mi Corazon is an unmistakable white floral bouquet that was created for his beloved daughter Eliza. They had a mutual adoration for the distinctive scent of ylang- ylang and both the flower and Eliza are known for their undeniable charm, style and strength. Tuberose, hand picked ylang- ylang mingle with peach for a tropical twist.

Sargasso ( pictured/sampled)  is a crisp, green invigorating scent that has fresh citrus notes that are combined with patchouli to give the fragrance a lasting, extraordinary finish. It smells a bit like the sea to me and I felt romantic wearing it.

Coralina is a timeless, classic floral bouquet that is ultra feminine and completely soft, serene and unforgettable. Mr. de la Renta was inspired by the opalescent ginger colored stone known as the Coralina stone and it has been a unifying theme throughout his collection, accessories and now a fragrance to echo it's splendor.

Available for $ 150 each, you can find this new collection at Saks Fifth Avenue New York, saksfifthavenue.com, select Neiman Marcus stores, NeimanMarcus.com, Oscar de la Renta boutiques and on oscardelarenta.com.

Which fragrance speaks to you? 

Oscar de la Renta: Something Blue

Bridal season is upon us and a bride should never forget her Something Blue, the light, feminine fragrance by Mr. Oscar de la Renta!

Created with the hopes of making dreams come true, this good luck charm will have the bride feeling vibrant and full of life.

Mandarin and linden blossom open this summertime scent and there is also lily of the valley and a kiss of lychee as well as stephanotis (known as the "bridal veil) at the heart. The fragrance warms to a sultry finish with notes of bourbon vanilla and white musk.

Designed to make you you feel confident and beautiful, Something Blue adds a bit of romance and femininity, to be worn on your most special day.

Price: $ 115/ 3.4 oz and $ 85/ 1.7 oz.
Available at both Bloomingdale's and Saks Fifth Avenue as well as their online sites, Something Blue is certainly a summer scent to wear!