Scents in the Sky

Who says airlines are only meant for flying? Amid a number of other successes, including the purchase of an unprecedented number of planes, opening over four dozen new routes, and carrying 39 million passengers in 2012, Turkish Airlines is proud to add "Perfumer" to their résumé with the release of their new fragrance, TK 1933.

Created by MG Gülçiçek, an international perfume company, TK 1933 is named after the year that Turkish Airlines was founded. The fragrance is part of a movement for complete customer satisfaction and sensory recognition of the global branding of the airline. TK 1933 is intended to evoke relaxation and happiness, and research discovered that it also produces feelings of trust, peace, serenity, and pleasure.

Turkish Airlines has big plans for their fragrance. It will be used in the airline's VIP/CIP Lounges, ticket sales offices, aircrafts, and for other corporate purposes. Your flight never smelled so sweet!

The Sweet Smell of Literature

There is just nothing like the enchanting smell of a book. Paper, ink and glue come together to create a comforting, familiar aroma that engrosses the reader and pulls them down into the pages. But what if there was a way to indulge in this nostalgia all day long? 

"In the Library" by CB I Hate Perfume

Modeled off an old English novel, this inviting scent combines Russian and Moroccan leather bindings, worn cloth, and wood polish. Quiet, bookish, and comfortable, this perfume's initial sweetness fades into the warm, musty smell of a cherished favorite. In the Library is available online from CB I Hate Perfume in quantities of 2 ml ($13) and 15 ml ($95). The scent can also be purchased as a water perfume or home spray. 

"Paperback" by Demeter

This fragrance harnesses the smell of a used bookstore or beloved library by blending the musty smell of aged paper with a sweet dab of violets and whispering hint of potpourri. Paperback can be purchased from Demeter Fragrance Library in the form of 1/2 oz ($10), 1 oz ($20), or 4 oz ($39.50) cologne spray or a .29 oz roll-on perfume oil ($10). Demeter also offers more options such as a massage oil, atmosphere spray, and bath/shower gel. 

"Paper Passion" by Gerhard Steidl, Geza Schoen, and Wallpaper Magazine

This paper-based fragrance lives up to its name by capturing the first whiff of freshness that bleeds out when flipping the pages of a new book. Osmanthus and copaiba balsam are accompanied by amber, air, paper, and musk accord to leave a clean, woody trail behind. Paper Passion arrives tucked delicately inside a book-shaped case designed by Karl Lagerfeld, and nestled inside the package are texts by Karl Lagerfeld, perfumer Geza Schoen, Günter Grass, and Tony Chambers. Paper Passion is available from LuckyScent.com in a 50 ml ($98) bottle. 

"Dead Writers" by Sweet Tea Apothecary 

Books would be nothing without the writers behind them, and while a name like Dead Writers might make this one sound a bit unsettling, there is something to be said about the comfort of being connected to the literary geniuses of the past. Dead Writers "evokes the feeling of sitting in an old library chair paging through yellowed copies of Hemingway, Shakespeare, Fitzgerald, Poe, and more." Notes of black tea, musk, heliotrope, vetiver, clove, vanilla, and tobacco play off of one another to wrap the wearer in an old-fashioned, familiar scent. Dead Writers is available from Etsy in a 15 ml ($30) bottle.

'Duke of Melrose' Loves Tom Ford Fragrances

In A Bottle recently spoke with Christos Garkinos, who's featured on the new Bravo reality show Dukes of Melrose. The show follows Christos and his business partner, Cameron Silver, through adventures at their legendary L.A. consignment boutique Decades. 

What we love about the show is that each episode gives viewers a cliff notes education in fashion, as Christos uncovers amazing finds in his clients' closets, from vintage couture to modern luxury brands.

Christos told me he fell in love with vintage while growing up in Detroit rocking his grandfather's brown cashmere coat. He's since traded up for a Gucci ostrich overcoat, but he's still proud to sport secondhand style.

"What I love about vintage and shopping like that is every piece of clothing has a story," he said.

Garkinos also loves scent, and recently told HauteLiving.com that he covets Tom Ford fragrances, especially Tom Ford Noir de Noir.  
"I am so obsessed with his scents that I keep one at my desk at all times. And last week Mr. Ford was to visit the store, so I did an extra little spritz — unfortunately he didn’t make it that day, but I smelled extra good," he said.

Tom Ford Noir de Noir is among the designer's must-inhale line of artisinal scents. The dark chypre oriental opens with saffron, black rose and black truffle with floral hints, and deepens with vanilla, patchouli, oud wood and tree moss. Its packaging is inspired by apothecary bottles.


 

What is the Smell of Everything?

No wonder it's impossible for In A Bottle to cover every new fragrance launch ... there were 1,400 in 2012 alone. 

Dutch artists Lernert & Sander offer wry comment on the overwhelming proliferation of fragrances in the marketplace with a new creation called Everything. For the piece, they managed to track down a sample of each and every new scent released last year, then combined them all together in a 1.5 liter bottle designed to look like a classic sample fragrance.

So what is the scent of Everything? Select guests got to rare chance to smell for themselves when the fragrance was placed on display at Colette in Paris for one week at the beginning of March.  

The rest of us can only wonder, but judging from the promotional photo of the artists (below), it looks a bit overwhelming.

Lernert Engelberts and Sander Plug create high-concept art films and installations, with simple but stunning art direction, all driven by their subtly dry, cheeky sense of humor. Find out more about their multimedia creations here. 

Get That Beautiful Burberry BODY

Burberry recently announced the introduction of Burberry BODY Tender. The fragrance hit shelves at Burberry stores and Burberry.com this month, and will be available in U.S. department stores beginning in May. 

The perfume is a light, spirited expression of the iconic Burberry name. The sparkling scent weaves together a striking burst of lemon, dewy English rose, enveloping peach, and powdery white jasmine against a warm, soft background of cashmere wood and vanilla. 

Burberry features British Beauty Cara Delevingne as the face of their BODY Tender campaign, and we can't help but reminisce about Rosie Huntington-Whitely, who gained international recognition as the face of Burberry's BODY Mist and for her role in Transformers. 

BODY Tender is available online at Burberry.com and shippable to the U.S. in a pale pink 85 ml bottle ($80). 

A Year in the Life of Master Parfumeur Jean-Claude Ellena

Jean-Claude Ellena

"Smell is a word, perfume is literature."

Jean-Claude Ellena describes himself as a "writer" of fragrances. He is also a lovely composer of prose, which is not lost in the translation of his book The Diary of a Nose: A Year in the Life of a Parfumeur.

First published in Ellena's native French, the book became available in English this month (Rizzoli ExLibris, $24.95). It's worth a read not only if you are enamored with the fragrance industry, but if you appreciate reading about artistic process, which Ellena experiences through the unique medium of molecules. 

The Diary of a Nose
by Jean-Claude Ellena,
Rizzoli ExLibris, 2013.

Ellena has been the exclusive perfumer to the house of Hermes since 2004. Over the course of his career he has created some of the world's bestselling fragrances including First from Van Cleef & Arpels, Eau Parfumee au The Vert from Bulgari, and Declaration from Cartier. 

Ellena wrote his book based on observations he jotted in his beloved moleskin notebook throughout 2009. Entries chronicle perfume launches, speaking engagements and dinner parties around the world, balanced by quiet times in his studio in Cabris. 

Ellena offers poetic insight into the concepts and process behind his perfumes as he strives to evoke phrases, compositions and themes. He also shares his inspirations — from bergamot, pear, fresh mint and limes, to his favorite authors and Japanese calligraphy.

Ellena's beloved moleskin notebook and fountain pen.

"... I deliberately leave gaps, 'spaces,' in perfumes for each individual to fill with their own imagination," he writes.

At the back of the book is "A Summary of Smells" in which Ellena shares DIY formulae for such scents as sugared almond, olive and gardenia. 


Ellena was born in Grasse, France, considered the world's capital of perfume and the location of the International Museum of Perfumery. His father, brother and daughter are also perfumers. 

"I went into perfumery as if into a religion," he writes.

Jean-Claude Ellena smells blotters at the IKEA table which doubles as a desk, in his studio in Cabris, France.

Get TAKEN with designer's new scent

Clothing designer Jane Booke has created a fragrance that is capturing the hearts of celebrities like Dakota Johnson, Kirstie Alley, Melanie Griffith, and Kimberly Stewart. Taken is a heady, sultry vanilla-based fragrance that is perfect for Valentine's Day. 

Taken's deep vanillas and soft patchouli blends are offset by sweet, sexy notes of mango, peach, bergamot, and subtle whiffs of jasmine and muguet. All of these elements come together to create an enchanting, velvety blend that is both captivating and addictive.

Taken eau de parfum can be purchased as a 1 oz spray ($84) or a 1/3 oz roll-on ($54). The scent is also available as a 9 oz candle ($42).

Sweet Scents for Valentine's Day

While most of us are still recovering from the Christmas season, it's easy to forget that Valentine's Day is coming up fast. According to Business Insider, the average U.S. consumer spent an estimated $166.21 on Valentine's Day last year between gifts, meals, and entertainment. In the last minute scramble to find that perfect gift with the perfect price tag, why not skip the flowers and go for something that still smells sweet, but lasts longer?

Crabtree & Evelyn's Gift Boxes

These adorable heart shaped boxes were exclusively designed for Crabtree & Evelyn by BA Textile Design students at Central Saint Martins College of Arts and Design. They are limited edition, created specially for Valentine's Day, and available for purchase in-store. The boxes come in a few different varieties and include pampering products such as hand therapy, lip glosses, fragrance, and nail polish. There is even one box that is catered toward men and features Crabtree & Evelyn's West Indian Lime cologne. Prices range from $25 to $60. 

Red Sin by Christina Aguilera

Since it's recent debut in 2012, Red Sin has been daring women to express their sultry, seductive side. The sensual perfume captures the lingering temptation of the color red by infusing top notes of apple and cinnamon with a cyclamen core that dissolves into a musk and sandalwood base. Even the lacy red and pink bottle is perfect for Valentine's Day. Red Sin eau de parfum can be purchased from Kohl's in 1 oz ($37) and 1.6 oz ($47) bottles.  



BCBGMAXAZRIA

Don't let the name catch you off guard...this fragrance by BCBG's Max Azria isn't as confusing as it sounds! The perfume opens up with a sugary sweet medley of wild strawberry and cherry before settling down into jasmine, violet, and sandalwood. The end result is fresh, fruity, and long-lasting, but light enough for everyday wear. The perfume comes in a beautiful pink bottle with a floral cap that would fit perfectly into any fragrance collection. BCBG Max Azria eau de parfum is available at Macy's in sizes of 1.7 oz ($55) or 3.4 oz ($75). 

Coach Love

This perfume by Coach puts a modern, chic twist on traditional floral fragrances, and is meant to remind the wearer of the moment she fell in love. Coach Love pairs soft, enticing whiffs of flower petals and fresh greens with frothy, luxurious caramel and warm musk to create a unique, enveloping experience. The champagne bottle, which is adorned with a subtle heart and toole ribbon, can be purchased from Macy's in sizes of 1.7 oz ($72) and 3.4 oz ($94). The scent is also available as a body lotion and shower cream.   

Style Icon Linda Dresner Embraces "Dans Tes Bras"

Fashion icon Linda Dresner is known as much for discovering avant garde designers as for the bandana that tames her wild curls. Here, she shares a treasured scent:

Frederic Malle, Dans Tes Bras.

"I've been wearing this scent for about four years. I probably read about the designer in a magazine first of all, and in Paris I went to his little store because I happened to pass by. I went in and sprayed it, and I've been wearing it ever since."

Frederic Malle refers to himself as "an editor of perfumes." He publishes independent olfactory creations by legendary perfumers as "Editions de Parfums Frederic Malle." 

Dan Tes Bras was created by Maurice Roucel, a self-taught perfumer who began his career as a chemist at Chanel's Fragrance Laboratory in 1973. The fragrance is described as a "deep and lasting odor of warm skin, with all its salty hints and rich overtones." It contains cashmeran, sandalwood, musk and patchouli, reinforced with salicylates and incense, softened with heliotrope, and colored with a violet accord. (50 ml. spray, $165).

To read more about Linda Dresner's influential career in fashion, read my article in Birmingham Magazine here.

Find Your Scent Sign for a Fragrant 2013

The new year is a time for new opportunities, new experiences, and, of course, new perfume! As 2013 begins, check out which essential oil best compliments your zodiac sign. 

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20): You are hard-working, self-disciplined, and practical, but sometimes you may forget to let yourself have a little fun. A bit of grapefruit oil could help lift your mood and revive your mind when you're feeling overwhelmed. 

AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19): Your creativity and originality keep friends and family on their toes, and your inventiveness makes life a constant quest. Spearmint oil can keep your ideas flowing and your mind fresh.

PISCES (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20): You are intuitive and impulsive, with a natural curiosity and a tendency to get swept up in romance. In the new year, a dab of cedarwood can tie you down to earth when you need to focus. 

ARIES (Mar. 21 - Apr. 20): Strong-willed, organized, and independent, you are naturally driven to success, but prone to emotional breakdowns. Try a splash of rose to help you unwind after a long day and soften your emotional afflictions.

TAURUS (Apr. 21 - May 20): You are affectionate, loyal, and driven by your emotions, which makes it very easy to break your heart. In times of stress or sadness, jasmine can soothe your nerves, while boosting your confidence and optimism. 

GEMINI (May 21 - June 21): Although you are extremely brilliant, witty, and lively, your dual personalities and mood changes can be perplexing to the people around you. In 2013, a smidgen of patchouli could keep you grounded and balanced, so that others can enjoy the best of both of your sides. 

CANCER (June 22 - July 22): You are sensitive, affectionate, and nurturing, and sometimes you can let your reclusive mind and imagination get away from you. Sandalwood oil can reduce your confusion and promote harmony between your fantasies and reality.

LEO (July 23 - Aug. 23): Optimistic, enthusiastic, and ambitious, you are hungry for purpose and opportunity. When the going gets tough, some thyme oil can keep you concentrated and on top of your game.   

VIRGO (Aug. 24 - Sept. 22): You are very meticulous and detail-oriented, and you strive for perfection, organization and thoroughness. In the new year, try a dot of lavender on each wrist at bedtime to help you relax. 

LIBRA (Sept. 23 - Oct. 22): You are hard-working and fair-minded, but sometimes you can be so busy trying to please others that you forget to take care of your own needs. When the world weighs you down, clary sage can wash away depression, stress, and tension.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 - Nov. 22): Your calm, controlled exterior often shields an intense sea of inner emotions. If this wall is broken down, you may feel naked and defenseless. A splash of peppermint in the morning can cool your spirit, refresh your mind, and prepare you to face the day.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 - Dec. 21): Open-minded and innately curious, you have an appetite for knowledge and activity. A dab of basil oil each morning can spare you from mental fatigue and provide clarity during your adventures.

America's Top Model Favors Masculine Scents

Detroit native Naima Mora is heading back to her hometown to host the WALK Fashion Show on Dec. 8. Naima is best known for winning Cycle 4 of "America's Next Top Model," and she has expanded her horizons with the publication of her first book. 

Model Behavior is based on her experiences in the fashion industry, and is meant to inspire young people. The book is available for iPad on iTunes, as well as on eBook. A follow up book, Model Citizen, is also in the works, and will feature a compilation of fan-submitted stories of personal victories. 

Anyone can submit a story at http://naimamoraonline.com, where fans can follow Naima's personal going-ons. Naima's band, Galaxy of Tar, is also anticipating the release of their new album in January 2013.   

What is your favorite scent "in a bottle"?

My favorite fragrance is the Bvlgari Aqva Marine Pour Homme. I know its a men's cologne, but it is really my favorite scent. I don't like to restrict myself to only women's fragrances.

What does it evoke for you? 

I love this scent and I wear it all the time. It has a beautiful fruit and floral filled balance. It is a light scent and it makes me feel beautiful. It reminds me of my family's home in Mexico. My boyfriend bought me my first bottle of it when we visited there together a few years ago. I wore it all the time during the trip, and every time I wear it now it brings back wonderful memories of my family and our beautiful home in Mexico. It takes me back to our garden and makes me feel all warm inside. It relaxes me.

What is your favorite smell that can't be captured "in a bottle"? 

I love the smell of mahogany. I have a mahogany table at home and it smells sooooo good. Sometimes I just put my face close to it to smell it. I think scent is so important in our daily lives. A specific fragrance can bring about such calming effects on the spirit.  

Take a Paige from In A Bottle's Favorites

No perfume blog can subsist on one note alone, and at In A Bottle, we are greatly enhanced by the work of our talented intern, Paige Brockway. Here, the fabulous high schooler shares some insight into her taste in fragrance: 

What is your favorite scent "in a bottle"? 

Victoria's Secret's Beauty Rush Juiced Berry body double mist. My mom bought an 8.4 oz bottle of it for me a few years ago, along with some of the other Beauty Rush fragrances. I've been rotating through them ever since. 

What does it evoke for you? 

The fragrance feels very springy. Its fruity smell hangs on and develops throughout the day. Somehow, the perfume is both warm and fresh at the same time. 

What is your favorite smell that can't be captured "in a bottle," and why? 

Definitely bonfires. Every summer my family goes camping together, so breathing in campfire smoke always reminds me of countless memories. I love waking up the next day in a sweatshirt that the smell has clung onto. 

Nicki Minaj's Pink Friday: Creepy or Chic?

Nicki Minaj's first perfume, Pink Friday, has been stirring up a lot of hype since its release on September 22nd. Named after her 2010 album, the perfume is a product of the rapper-turned-pop singer's collaboration with the Elizabeth Arden company. A quirky commercial features a gigantic, King Kong-like version of Nicki parading around NYC. 

"Pink Friday is a celebration of my life at this moment; it is a reflection of me as a creator, and an expression of me as a woman," said Nicki. "Pink Friday shows off my personality and style; it's exciting to express my voice through another dimension."

The perfume itself is intended to emphasize a flowery base with a musky twist. The top notes contain hints of starfuit, mandarin, and boysenberry, while the heart is a floral combination of lotus flower and jasmine. Finally, the base notes reflect vanilla, musk, and pear. 

Many fans have fallen in love with the flowery scent, while others are criticizing its similarities with Justin Beiber's latest creation, Someday. 

Whether you love or hate the perfume inside, the bottle is certainly worth taking a look at; it is a miniature of Nicki herself...complete with her trademark pink wig. In order to spray the perfume on, Nicki's head has to be popped off, and this design by Lance McGregor of Paul Meyers and Friends may seem a bit off-putting to some customers. This one is definitely an oddball, but it's up to the individual to decide if the bottle is creepy or chic.

Pink Friday eau de parfum can be purchased from Macy's in a 1.7 oz ($49) or 3.4 oz ($59) bottle, and if you don't want to go the whole mile, you can always check out the Pink Friday hair mist, which comes in a 5 oz ($22), more average looking bottle.   

Spooky and Sweet Scents for Halloween

Halloween is all about finding the perfect outfit, snagging some free candy, and creeping your neighbors out. Whether you prefer scary or sweet, here are some unique perfumes to get help you get into the spirit!

Tootsie Roll by Demeter

Since 1896, Tootsie Rolls have been a classic American candy. No Halloween would be complete without them! Thanks to Demeter, the fudgy treat's biggest fans can finally smell like this beloved confection. The perfume stays loyal to its name by giving off waves of fudge, chocolate, caramel, and vanilla.

Tootsie Roll is available from Demeter Fragrance Library in quantities of .5 oz ($6), 1 oz ($20), or 4 oz ($39.50). It is also available as a body lotion, shower gel, massage oil, and more.

If you fall in love with this sugary scent, Demeter has a few more candy flavored options, including: Junior Mints, Tropical Dots, and Lollipops.

DKNY Delicious Candy Apples Sweet Caramel

Everyone loves a good candy apple, and their sugary scent is a sure sign of fall. DKNY's Delicious Candy Apples Sweet Caramel is sure to make your mouth water; even the bottle is appetizing. The perfume inside isn't just limited to apples and caramel — notes like pear, marshmallow, jasmine, and vanilla are snuck inside to give this fragrance that "extra something." This one is sure to taunt your sweet tooth (and maybe implant a craving for a certain seasonal snack)!

Delicious Candy Apples Sweet Caramel can be ordered online through Perfume Emporium as a 1.7 oz bottle ($51.99 unboxed, or $53.99 boxed). 

Poison by Dior

Love it or hate it, this intoxicating (and aptly named) perfume by Christian Dior has been around for a long time. It commands attention, dousing its victims in an unsettling, seductive, almost gothic aroma. 

Poison is a rich, bold blend of spices, fruits, amber, musk, and honey. In small doses, this perfume can be warm and luxurious, but too much of this powerhouse can be lethal to the wearer and the people in the surrounding area ... let its name serve as a warning. 

Poison eau de toilette can be purchased online from Dior in three different sizes: 1 oz ($53), 1.7 oz ($69), and 3.4 oz ($90).  

Earthworm by Demeter

Nothing is creepier or crawlier than a bucket full of worms, and now you can smell like them too! This perfume toys with your senses and gives off a rich, earthy scent. It envelopes the wearer in an environment of wet, humid soil, and rotting leaves. This fragrance is way on the unusual side, but definitely worth checking out. 

Earthworm can be purchased from Demeter Fragrance Library in quantities of .5 oz ($6), 1 oz ($20), or 4 oz ($39.50). Like Tootsie Roll, Earthworm is also available as a body lotion, shower gel, massage oil, and other quirky options. 

Demeter also offers some other fun, Halloween-ish scents, including Dirt and Funeral Home, that are sure to make your skin crawl.   

BLOOD Concept

Of all the perfumes out there, BLOOD Concept, created by Giovanni Castelli and Antonio Zuddas, is probably one of the wackiest. Believe it or not, this perfume is designed to smell like human blood. It is a specifically "no flower" concept, meant to celebrate the essence of life itself.

BLOOD Concept comes in four different versions: O, A, B, and AB. Each type contains a heavy metallic note, but from that point on, varies to reflect a different time of human development. Type O, which is meant to invoke the raw realities of caveman life, smells of leather, animal, cedar, thyme, and raspberry. On the other hand, Type A contains notes like green garden, tomato leaves, and basil, to imitate life on a farm. Type B, the most versatile of the four, is a woody, spicy concoction tied together by hints of apple, black cherry, and patchouli. Finally, Type AB, intended to represent the harsh environment of the city, contains notes of aldehydes, aluminum, slate, and wet concrete. 

BLOOD Concept can be purchased online from Avery US in a unique 40 mL eye dropper bottle ($185). It can also be purchased as a 60 mL drip spray ($160), or as a "compatibility test kit", which contains a 10 mL bottle of all four types ($130). 

Is Brad Pitt Good Pitchman for Chanel No. 5?

Okay, so what about the new gossip-worthy Chanel No. 5 ads featuring Brad Pitt? It's possible Angelina wears the iconic fragrance and inspired all the poetics, but we're thinking the $7 million contract played the major role.

#Noteworthywomen Sought for Fragrance Launch

New online beauty hub Coterie.com is looking for #Noteworthywomen to mark the launch of its new perfume. 

Coterie has partnered with Demeter Fragrance Library to create Noteworthy Eau de Toilette — a fruity, floral blend of frosted Italian bergamot, white jasmine, blue iris, creamy white rose, cashmere musk and white patchouli. 

Noteworthy will be available through Coterie Oct. 2-31, and in honor of breast cancer awareness month 30 percent of proceeds will be donated to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. 

To garner additional awareness, Coterie has launched a #Noteworthywomen social campaign with Animoto.com, where friends, guests and members can create inspirational “notes” and videos around the noteworthy women in their lives.

To participate:

• Write a post about a noteworthy woman or women you admire (need not be breast cancer related).
• Invite your followers to join the conversation by going to www.coterie.com, www.facebook.com/coterieinc or Twitter with the hash tag #noteworthywomen.
• Submit a link to your post to collaborate@coterie.com.
• Coterie will choose from your stories and share on their blog, Facebook and Twitter.
• For every post submitted, Coterie will donate $1 to the National Breast Cancer in addition to Noteworthy fragrance proceeds.
• One lucky winner will be randomly selected to win a $100 Coterie gift card, Noteworthy Eau de Toilette, and a one-year subscription of Animoto pro — a digital storytelling video website, a $249 value.
• Coterie is accepting posts through midnight Tuesday, Oct. 9.
• Please include mention of the #Noteworthywomen campaign and/or Noteworthy limited-edition Eau de toilette. 

Coterie’s online campaign will feature editorial and video stories of women who have been touched by breast cancer, which affects approximately 1 in 8 women in the U.S.


Coterie is a new, online destination where busy, socially savvy modern women can research, purchase and share their beauty finds, as well as collect their favorites in a virtual vanity. 

If you can't make it to Coterie's headquarters in San Francisco, visit the company on Twitter and Facebook. 

Noteworthy is $45 for 1.7 ounces.