Tag: luxury
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I love this hand cream from Blue Lagoon. There’s just one problem.
Wandering through The Conservatory at Hudson Yards, I lingered in the bodycare section. Winter had taken its toll on my hands. I decided to try the hand cream from Blue Lagoon and then instantly made the decision to purchase it. It’s a soothing cream that instantly makes my hands feel and look better. It’s not…
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My favorite hotel is becoming a chain
Equinox Hotel in New York City is by far my favorite hotel. Now, the brand is branching out with a property coming to Amaala in 2026. I never planned to visit Saudi Arabia before, but now I’m intrigued. Right now, the site is only set up for notification sign-ups. I am going to pop in…
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The creative director carousel continues, this time at Hermes
A few days ago, Hermes announced that their creative director of menswear, Véronique Nichanian, was stepping down after 37 years at the helm. Today, they announced Grace Wales Bonner as successor. And now I’m really excited about the brand. To be fair, I’ve already thoroughly enjoyed the showings under Nichanian. Do we remember the skateboard…
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You deserve a treat
Today, as I write this, is Treat Yo Self Day, October 13. Or rather, it’s a day where Tom and Donna, two characters on the tv series Parks and Rec, took part in annual self-care and splurging. And now, fans of the show do, too. It seems silly, taking on a fictional character’s holiday of…
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A little love for Atomic Rose
Atomic Rose by Initio Parfums has certainly shifted things for me. At this point, I think I am now solidly in love with rose fragrances. I can’t say it’s not your grandmother’s rose. It’s certainly like mine. I don’t know what your grandmother likes. Rather than smelling like the power rooms I remember, it smells…
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A sorta room tour at the Langham NYC
After staying at the Langham Hotel in Boston, I got curious about the other properties they had around the world. This summer I made my way to the New York location. I went up to the room, using the key card enabled elevator. The bathroom was stocked with Diptyque products. There was a welcome treat…
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Louis Vuitton’s beauty launch is so close, but who is it for?
The time has come: Louis Vuitton Beauté is here. I wrote about this upcoming launch, but it is now upon us, with inventory available to shop in select stores at the end of August 2025. I could very easily get into the ins and outs of the 55 different lipsticks being launched and the palettes,…
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Fond memories of Le Jardinier
Two years ago, I found myself in New York City in the fall. It was a work trip, but I decided to make the best of my visit. I decided to eat well, even if I had to eat alone. I wandered down the streets and decided to head into Le Jardinier. To be honest,…
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More luxury sun protection, this time from Augustinus Bader
It has finally happened. Augustinus Bader has entered the sunscreen category. The luxury brand, famed for its rich cream and “The Cream,” finally have an option for you to complete your skincare routine with the brand. I tried it. The Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 by Augustinus Bader is, as you would very hopefully guess, a…
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A new addition to my travel wish list
I was minding my own business online, when an ad popped up: Amanyara. This Aman resort in Turks and Caicos features villas over the crystal blue water. And like all properties in the brand, pure luxury abounds. While I continue to want to visit the Maldives at some point, this location seems to offer a…
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