Scent of saffron
With descriptions that range from smoky to creamy, Saffron is the latest fragrance to join the Middle Eastern-inspired Jo Malone Cologne Intense Collection. Formulated with both women and men in mind, Saffron offers a blend of pink pepper, incense and rich woods, resulting in a scent that lends itself perfectly to Jo Malone’s secret weapon: Fragrance combining. Suggested pairings include Saffron with Oud-and-Bergamot for a sensual woody creation. Try introducing Saffron to Blackberry-and-Bay if you’re looking for a spicy mix. A 3.4-ounce spray sells for $145 at Nordstrom.
Dust adds volume
Oscar Blandi Pronto Dry Teasing Dust adds just enough pouf to get your do from flat to fluff without needing to tease it unmercifully. Work a tiny bit of this magic dust into your scalp and hair root, where you want a little lift, and the combination of silica, tapioca starch and xanthan gum ends up giving your hair a gritty, matte feel that pumps up the volume. Sounds weird, right? It is, but it also works, especially with short cuts. Pronto Dry Teasing Dust is available at Ulta and Sephora. It’s priced at $23 for a small container, but a little goes a long way.
Is it paper or leather?
These brilliant and whimsical bags from Uashmama (wash-mama) are created from paper that feels like leather. The "tanned" paper washes as if it were fabric, while holding its shape, and it cleverly flattens for easy storage. Designed by four sisters from Tuscany, the bags come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes. But we fell hard for the lunch sack that takes you from a sandwich at your desk to dinner out and about in the company of a clever handbag. The soft, resilient washable paper lunch bags come in caramel, olive and ash, and feature leather handles and straps. Each bag sells for $51 through www.quelobject.com.
