Bespoke by default, the UK’s Molton Brown serves modern sophistication realness with an unexpected twist on luxury. Studded with fragrance options that cover timeless classics, seasonal comebacks, and new launches, these unique aromatics take pampering yourself or scenting the home to entirely new levels. With holiday shopping in full swing, exploring Molton Brown is a win win. In other words: one for you, one for me.
New this season, Vintage 2015 with Elderflower may be inspired by the vineyards and cellars of northern France but to me, it’s a subtle citrus scent with a truly international appeal. The intoxicating blend is slightly floral, a tiny bit creamy, and very effervescent and boasts citrus notes of grapefruit and petitgrain. Tying up the gender neutral bouquet is grassy vetiver, which gives it a balancing green tone. Everybody needs to try the shower gel but if you’re hosting a festive cocktail get together, pick up a candle to complete the ambiance. This limited edition won’t last long. Hoarding recommended.
In other great news: Festive Fankincense & Allspice is back! Warm and comforting, this seasonal hit combines allspice, frankincense, vetiver, and cedarwood, making it your perfect scent this time of year. A phenomenal addition sinkside or for spreading joyous vibes via Aroma Reeds, this returning winner captures all olfactory goodness about Fall and Winter. Quite frankly, I am perplexed how these haven’t made the Oprah’s Favorite Things list. What. Ever.
Practical and irresistible, check out the Molton Brown Festive Body Wash Baubles. Available in ten fragrance choices or set options of three and nine, these giftable treats are all around genius. Whether you want to hang one in your shower, spruce up a guest bath, share with a friend, or keep it in a gym bag, they also make excellent travel companions. Packaged in an exquisite box channeling ornament perfection, picking up a few is the right move. For unexpected guests, obviously. $15 each (2.5 oz.), $40 (set of three), $115 (set of nine)
Forever posh, one can never have enough Molton Brown candles. Truly mood altering, these superb home accents have intense cold throw (that means you can smell them even when they’re not lit), burn evenly, and are true to their very creative scents. Ideal for a hostess gift, a finishing touch to your tablescapes, or a zen element that will transform your bathroom into a spa. For the bachelor on your list, my suggestions are Black Peppercorn or Black Leather Accord & Cade. Always appreciated, the signature Orange & Bergamot is a classic or keep things on point and pick up Wondrous Myrrh, Musk & Cypress or Festive Frankincense & Allspice $49 (single wick), $74 (three wick), $85 (Festive Signature Set)
Usually the trickiest, men are actually the easiest to shop for at Molton Brown. Not only is the men’s line up complete with skincare, options for shaving, and body care, the newly launched Tobacco Absolute scent is elegant and contemporary. Featuring notes of grapefruit, rosewood, tobacco, and leather, this masculine and polished blend is very handsome. If you don’t want to take chances with such a defined scent, go with the Black Tea Extract Daily Shampoo (guys love shampoo), Re-Charge Black Pepper Bodyscrub Bar (guys really love bar soap), or the Silver Birch or Eucalyptus Body Wash (guys love tingling stuff).
If an escape to a Molton Brown boutique is not in the cards for you, take advantage of the website (www.moltonbrown.com), which offers free shipping, gift-wrapping and a 1 oz. deluxe sample with every order. Some things can even be monogrammed for that extra personal touch.
For a limited time, click the link below for major savings!
20% off your order of $85 or more. Use Code: HOLIDAY (offer valid until 12/17/15)
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