Islay single-malt Scotch whiskey perfume tumbles over into the epicurean world

African-American perfumer Seth Kornegay‘s new Petra luxury unisex fragrance is sure to interest foodies and wine lovers- it includes Islay single malt scotch whiskey from the southernmost portion of the Inner Hebridean Islands located off the west coast of Scotland. Islay single malt whiskey is known for its smoky character derived from peat, along with … Read more

First Chanel temporary beauty shop opened in Paris

Chanel opens pop-up beauty boutique in Paris Chanel‘s expansion strategy of the historic Parisian boutique established in 1918 includes the renovation of the shop at 29 – 31 rue Cambon. The luxury house purchased the building on the corner of rue Cambon and rue Saint-Honoré in Paris. The final project for Cambon is set for … Read more

Alexander McQueen to dive back into the world of perfume

London-based luxury brand Alexander McQueen is returning into the world of fine fragrance. After the launch of now discontinued Kingdom (2003) and My Queen (2005) perfumes, creative director Sarah Burton in partnership with P&G Prestige will bring to life new concepts of future beauty products under Alexander McQueen logo. “Creating a fragrance feels like a … Read more

Robert Pattinson joined the circle of Dior faces

Robert Pattinson named the new face of Dior. English actor, model, musician and producer Robert Pattinson (born 13 May 1986) replaced fellow actor Jude Law as the face of Dior Homme fragrance. The sum earned by the actor reaches $12 million, reported sources close to the star. In 2010, Pattinson was named one of TIME … Read more

Elbaz Mascaras

Incorporating Alber Elbaz’s signature joyful approach to luxury, the limited-edition Lancôme Show Collection represents a whimsical, playful approach to beauty. This collaboration between Lancôme and legendary designer, Alber Elbaz, dresses the brand’s iconic eye makeup favorites plus the brand’s very first set of lashes in the designer’s signature flair. “Beauty isn’t a question of being … Read more

From the splendours of the East – Yves Saint Laurent Oriental

Noses Alberto Morillas, Julie Massé and Dominique Ropion for Yves Saint Laurent Oriental The Orient-inspired and Arab-styled fragrance trend was translated by Yves Saint Laurent into a new trio collection of perfumes based on rose, leather, white flowers, the irreplaceable oud wood, violet leaves and pink pepper. Celebrating the mysteries and refinement of a land … Read more