There doesn’t need to be an occasion to treat yourself to a bit of luxury; it doesn’t need to be a designer handbag. Tiny things carry their weight in gold. Style director Louise Hilsz shares her mood-boosting buys.
Shiseido Ultimune Power Infusing Hand Cream,$55.
Winter and dry skin go hand in hand. If you have ever used Shiseido Ultimune Power Infusing Serum, you will know what a game-changer it is for the skin; well, Ultimune Power Infusing Hand Cream is also extraordinary. It feels like silk on your hands, no sticky residue, and has that luxurious floral Shiseido scent.
Gentle Habits Perfume Oil, $65 each.
I discovered Gentle Habit's Perfume Oil by chance. I caught a whiff of someone and was hooked. Immersion is a blend of citrus smokiness in an elegantly crafted roll-on perfume oil. It is travel-friendly and oh-so memorable. It was created to enhance your senses wherever your day leads.
MOR Boutique Car &Space Diffuser Marshmallow, $50.
You don’t need to drive a luxury car to enjoy the pleasing aroma of a car diffuser. Our editor loves marshmallows' sweet, comforting scent, which exudes floral decadence reminiscent of jasmine, musky carnation, and English rose blended with edible marshmallows and vanilla. It will transform any journey into a sensory escape. Oh, and the clever ribbon means this can double as a home air freshener and work wonders in wardrobes too.
Good Spirits Lychee Martini, $46.
There is nothing like a cocktail night with the girls, and this classic Lychee Martini comes with a twist. Crafted with zesty natural flavours, genuine New Zealand lime juice, and the fragrant sweetness of natural lychee juice, it’s both refreshing and super stylish. Simply pour over ice or serve chilled with a pretty garnish. We think this gorgeous bottle should be on show on your drinks trolley and, of course, savoured with your best friends.
TUESDAY Diamante Hoop Earrings, $89.
Gloomy days require a touch of rainbow sparkle, don’t you think? These handmade bejewelled hoop earrings will add a gorgeous touch of colour to any fashion look, and they are pretty enough for day or add that hit of glamour every woman needs for after five.
Cranky Goat Reginald cheese, $20.
Who doesn’t love a good cheese board? Sometimes, after a long week (and you can’t be bothered cooking), a hearty cheese platter is the ideal meal served with friends. This Cranky Goat cheese is my idea of a guilty pleasure. A luxuriously soft and smooth centre that melts on your tongue. Then comes the earthy embrace, a dance of subtle mushroom notes mingling with sweet hay's fresh, clean scent. #warning: it's addictive.
WORLD Lambswool COUTURE Scarf, $199.
You can count on New Zealand fashion brand WORLD to celebrate the juxtaposition of classics with a twist. This cosy lambswool scarf with tassels and WORLD couture appliqué is the perfect accessory and example of luxury with a twist.
To suit every hair type and budget.