Cartier for Mother's Day

It is amazing how time flies! With Mother’s Day around the corner, I wanted to remind you about some of the extraordinary fragrances from Cartier that will make Mom feel extra special this year. 

Whether her taste is classic or more modern, check out two breathtaking fragrances from the brand that she is sure to love.

The Traditional Mom

La Panthère EDP ($110 1.6oz, NeimanMarcus.com)

A floral fragrance with feline notes, illuminated with gardenia, a lively flower peppered with chypre and velvety nuances and comprised of an accord in three parts, chypre, floral and musk.

The “Cool” Mom

Baiser Fou ($95 1.6oz, Sephora.com)

Perfect for spring, this bright and irresistible scent exalts the magnetic force of the orchid with a touch of white chocolate, creating the balmy fragrance of a lipstick.

I personally like to wear both fragrances at different times of the year. I guess I would be considered a "Traditional Cool Mom" by some?! I'll take it.

La Prairie: Limited Edition Holiday Sets

I find at the mere mention of the name, La Prairie, a sense of excitement flows through my body as I know I am going to see truly luxurious products. I continue to be a huge fan of their Skin Caviar Luxe Sleep Mask as it leaves my skin looking well hydrated, smooth and supple.

Their three lavish Limited Edition Holiday Sets offers so many benefits to one's skin that I wanted to share them with you...introducing Classic Caviar ($1,000), Timeless Radiance ($880) and Eternal Platinum ($1,700).

The Limited Edition Classic Caviar Set includes a trio of coveted caviar. Included are Skin Caviar Liquid Lift (50ml), Skin Caviar Luxe Cream (50ml) and Skin Caviar Luxe Eye Lift Cream (20ml). With these three products you can expect to feel more firm skin with less fine lines and wrinkles. The Skin Caviar Luxe Eye Lift Cream also helps to reduce the look of dark circles and puffiness which seems to personally be of concern to a lot of my readers. Available at laprairie.com. 

The Limited Edition Timeless Radiance set includes a full size Cellular Radiance Cream (50ml),  Cellular Radiance Eye Cream (10ml) and Cellular Radiance Concentrate Pure Gold (15 ml) which is La Prairie's gold-infused revitalizing serum. With these products you can expect a renewed texture of radiance and elasticity to the skin as well as a more lustrous texture and tone. These products bind moisture and prevent dehydration of the skin. The Cellular Radiance Concentrate Pure Gold imparts an incandescent glow while also filling wrinkles and refining the skin's firmness. Available EXCLUSIVELY at Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue.

The Limited Edition Eternal Platinum set includes an offering of rare, precious platinum, featuring the NEW Cellular Eye Essence Platinum Rare. Providing ultimate rejuvenation, Cellular Cream Platinum Rare (30ml) works in conjunction with the Cellular Serum Platinum Rare (30ml) to maintain your skin's optimal balance. The Cellular Eye Cream Platinum Rare (20ml) and new Cellular Eye Essence Platinum Rare (15ml) are also included and help to lift, firm, brighten and lighten dark circles. These products enhance skin's receptivity to beneficial ingredients and deliver an instant look and feeling of firmness. Available at www.laprairie.com.

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?