New from Vilhelm Parfumerie: A Lilac A Day

I am a huge fan of this brand and am delighted to tell you that
Vilhelm Parfumerie is launching A Lilac A Day, a gorgeous and complex fragrance created by Vilhelm founder Jan Ahlgren.

Also, if you are in NYC, Jan will be making a personal appearance at Barneys Chelsea on Friday, May 6th from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. to celebrate the launch of this incredible new scent.

The Concept: A LILAC A DAY for love. Each year, lilacs bloom for a brief, heady moment. In this brief moment, we fall in love. Just as quickly, the moment is gone, traces left in our memory. But what if that love could last? What if we could capture what is, essentially, impossible to capture?

In the language of flowers, lilacs symbolize the first, tentative, yet exhilarating, moments of love. The lilac is a flower that speaks to its beholder, both with its delicate, textured appearance, and the familiar-yet-intoxicating scent at its heart. 

Believed by the ancient Celts to be a “magikal” fragrance, lilacs are considered to be a harbinger of spring, a season of rebirth and abundance. A LILAC A DAY for always.

A unique fragrance dedicated to an unforgettable woman of memorable charm, and passionate nature, who spent hours tending to her garden of lilacs in the French countryside.

The Creator/Founder: Vilhelm Parfumerie creator Jan Ahlgren focused on the headspace of a live lilac to create this fresh, intoxicating scent, using both natural and synthetic ingredients. By reproducing the different facets of lilac, Ahlgren was able to capture the classic flower both exquisitely and completely, so one can experience the joy of fresh lilacs beyond the confines of a crisp spring day. 

Featuring top notes of Blue Lilac and Spring Freesia, middle notes of Egyptian Jasmine Absolue and Galbanum, and base notes of Black Amber and Turkish Rose Absolue.

MSRP: $245 for 100 ml.

On Counter: May 2016

Availability: Exclusive to Barneys New York, barneys.com

Indulge Yourself This Valentine's Day!

Yes, Valentine's Day will be here before you know it and here are a few GREAT options from Surratt Beauty (adore you Troy Surratt), Vilhem Parfumerie (the best of the best), Phylia de M. (the only product I initially used that made my hair GROW), Clark's Botanicals (such effective ingredients) and the NEW Salon Ruggeri (tres chic):

1. Surratt Beauty: Prismatique Lips

This brand new collection features 14 different shimmering lip sheers. Created using exclusive, light-reflecting Japanese pigments, the formula suspends multi-dimensional pigments.

The range can be worn alone for a sheer or layered look, or on top of another lip color for a more sexy effect. Priced at $36 each, the collection is available at Barney’s New York & Barneys.com, Sephora & Sephora.com, and Net-A-Porter.

2. Vilhelm Parfumerie: The Oud Affair

Inspired by the dramatic love affair between actress Ava Gardner and bullfighter Luis Miguel Dominguin, Vilhelm founder Jan Ahlgren created a unique--and intoxicating--new perfume. Feauturing top notes of Wild Honey and Ginger Butter, a Middle Note of Tobacco leaves and base notes of Agar Wood & Black Vanilla Bean.

Launching in mid-February 2016.

Available for $245 exclusively at the new Barney’s New York Chelsea.


3. Phylia de M.’s Travel Complete

The perfect companion for a romantic weekend getaway.
The 5-step travel kit contains travel sizes of Clean, Condition, Connect, Re-Connect, and Fulphyl. 

Each product features the brand’s exclusive blend of aloe, tannic and pure humic-free fulvic acids, which encourage the body’s own ability to renew cells and restore keratin.
Priced at $130, the travel kit is available for purchase at www.phylia.com.

4. Clark’s Botanicals Lip Balm

Keep winter lips soft and kissable with Clark's Botanicals Ultra Rich Lip Balm, feauturing Shea butter, Aloe leaf extract, Jojoba, Sweet Almond Oil, as well as Marine Collagen Microspheres to deliver long-lasting hydration. Priced at $19, this cult favorite is available at www.clarksbotanicals.com.

5. Indulge at Salon Ruggeri

Escape to this urban oasis to experience some serious Valentine's day pampering. 

Owner Greg Ruggeri has styled for the likes of Yves Saint Laurent, Louis Vuitton, and Gucci, before opening his own New York Salon in 2005.

The new location on 5th Avenue in New York's trendy NoMad district opened its doors in Fall 2015. The salon's furnishings and artwork--each hand-picked by co-owner/interior designer Craig Longhurst--are available for purchase. Salon Ruggeri's exclusive line of chic hair accessories and one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces are also available for purchase at the salon.

MORE Gift Ideas: Clark's Botanicals, Surratt Beauty, Vilhelm Parfumerie and Phylia de M

Firstly, let me say how thankful and grateful I am for each and every one of you. I have been writing and reviewing for years and must tell you how much I adore these brands. 

Below you will see some wonderful additions for the holiday season from Clark’s Botanicals, Surratt Beauty, Vilhelm Parfumerie, and Phylia de M...

Clark’s Botanicals Lip Tint in 24K Kiss

• Inspired by the dedicated cult following of Clark’s Botanicals Ultra Rich Lip Balm
• Sumptuous Vanilla Flavor and subtle sheen finish
• Petroleum-free & Paraben-free

Price: $19
Available at www.clarksbotanicals.com

Surratt Beauty Limited Edition Sublime Powder Brush
Troy is a GENIUS MUA that has created a truly unbelievably wonderful line of cosmetics and tools and yes, I have been OBSESSED since day 1 at Barney's.

• A true luxury item; only 1,000 have been made
• This oversized brush is assembled by master brush-makers in Japan
• The brush-makers follow a 60-step process, and require a minimum of one week to create just one brush

Price: $275
Exclusive to www.barneys.com

Vilhelm Parfumerie Fleur Burlesque

• A truly feminine fragrance inspired by the glamorous Belle Epoque
• Features notes of Gardenia, Jasmine, Sandalwood, and Amber

Price: $245 for 100ml.
Available at www.barneys.com

Phylia de M Travel Kit 

I used these products when they first launched and my hair grew and grew and grew.... Phylia de M is a results driven company for certain!

• Featuring the original three-step Phylia de M. regimen- Clean, Condition and Connect - as well as new travel sizes of Re-Connect and the award-winning Fulphyl 
• A blend of aloe, tannic and pure humic-free fulvic acids, which work to encourage the body's own ability to grow - and regrow- stronger, healthier hair

Price: $130
Available at www.phylia.com