Gabrielle Chanel became famous for her unapologetic, groundbreaking vision of female fashion. Now, a new addition to the CHANEL lipstick line, the 31 Le Rouge captures that bold spirit in a lipstick that breaks with convention both in formula and presentation. A pioneering design sets 31 Le Rouge apart as the first CHANEL lipstick to be encased in glass packaging. Crafted by a Japanese master glassmaker using cutting-edge technology, its prism-like case is made with faceted glass channeling the mirrors of the Rue Cambon staircase in Paris—the birthplace of CHANEL’s creations. Two gold-colore ..read more

It has become a beloved May tradition. For over 110 years, Guerlain has celebrated spring with a new iteration of its legendary Muguet perfume. The eloquently composed fragrance, presented in a limited-edition Bee Bottle crafted by exceptional artisans, is a tribute to the delicate lily-of-the-valley blossom. For the release of Muguet Millesime 2023, also marking the 170th anniversary of the iconic Bee Bottle design, Guerlain tapped the talent of ceramic artist Karen Swami. Inspired by the graceful shape and smooth texture of lily-of-the-valley, Swami has crafted a creamy white bell of six ov ..read more

It has become a beloved May tradition. For over 110 years, Guerlain has celebrated spring with a new iteration of its legendary Muguet perfume. The eloquently composed fragrance, presented in a limited-edition Bee Bottle crafted by exceptional artisans, is a tribute to the delicate lily-of-the-valley blossom. For the release of Muguet Millesime 2023, also marking the 170th anniversary of the iconic Bee Bottle design, Guerlain tapped the talent of ceramic artist Karen Swami. Inspired by the graceful shape and smooth texture of lily-of-the-valley, Swami has crafted a creamy white bell of six ov ..read more

“At Aquaflor, we want the customer to stop and smell the various fragrances, to live in an atmosphere where all the senses have their own space.” —Nicola Bianchi Tucked away among the streets of Santa Croce, Florence, is a palazzo entrance leading to a hall with rows of glittering glass bottles. This is how guests experience Aquaflor Firenze, a traditional Florentine perfumery founded by Mauro Arena. In today’s world, where most perfumeries are commercialized to meet market demands, Aquaflor Firenze remains traditional and true to the spirit of the Renaissance, a time in which craftsmen stro ..read more

The happy, colour-filled universe of painter Henri Matisse was the inspiring force behind the new Guerlain perfume concept, Guerlain x Maison Matisse.  Working with Maison Matisse, an institution founded by the artist’s great-grandson Jean-Matthieu Matisse, Guerlain released the L’Art & La Matière collection. Its feature piece, Jasmin Bonheur, is an exclusive new Guerlain perfume inspired by the painter’s famous 1950s masterpiece, A Thousand and One Nights.  “My great-grandfather’s works are very multi-sensory; his was a world full of plants and flowers, and they became recurri ..read more

Attendees can expect an immersive olfactory journey at Le Grand Numéro de CHANEL, a new exhibition celebrating the art and magic of fragrance. “The idea is to let yourself indulge in daydreaming, to chart your own path as you travel from one universe to another,” says Thomas du Pré de Saint Maur, CHANEL’s head of global creative resources for fragrance & beauty. Presented at the Grand Palais Éphémère, the event tells the stories of CHANEL perfume through a mesmerizing, multisensory experience. Visitors smell iconic perfumes and ingredients, explore the emotionally evocative power of scen ..read more

When it comes to spoiling the special women in your life, there’s no cutting corners on quality. Whether it’s your beloved mom or daughter, life partner, sister or best friend, you know your very favorite lady deserves the very best.  Not to worry—we’ve done the work to find the most special, unique and luxurious holiday gifts for every woman on your list. From decadent skin lotions to a pair of show-stopping shoes, some of these Christmas gift ideas for her will be sure to resonate with you. For the Beauty-Product Belle: A Splurge-Worthy Skin Set 1 This limited-edition skincare duo f ..read more

As December draws near, the young and old alike eagerly await their favorite tradition of counting down to Christmas Day with a lovely advent calendar filled with treats and surprises for each day of the month.  At Magnifissance, we’ve put together the ultimate collection of the most exclusive and beautiful advent calendars out there for everyone on your list. Beauty mavens, decor enthusiasts, and lovers of all things delicious will find the perfect advent calendar to give to a loved one. Discover luxurious self-care, fragrant scents, gourmet delights, and so much more, along with imagina ..read more

Guerlain is gearing up for the holidays with an exclusive fragrance packaged in a sumptuous, intricately designed perfume bottle.  The brand is turning the iconic Bee Bottle of the Imagine Guerlain fragrance into an enchanting gold-plated holiday decoration that sparkles with crystals. For this undertaking, Guerlain called on Paris-based haute jeweler L’Atelier Truscelli and its designer Francesco Truscelli to re-imagine and craft this spectacular Bee bottle, which will have a new iteration each year. It’s not the first time the House of Guerlain has collaborated with Italian-born Trusce ..read more

In the heart of Florence, the Oltrarno neighbourhood is one of the city’s most elegant—home to unique shops and antique dealers. It’s here, on Via Maggio, that master perfumer Luca Fisichella decided to set up shop for Magno Gaudio Firenze, his fragrance boutique and olfactory workshop. His creations are a fine example of the charm of Italian perfume. “Magno Gaudio is my great joy,” Fisichella says. “[It’s] emotion that becomes a life story, from the birth of an idea to the creation of a fragrance.” Furnished with Art Deco pieces from the 20s and 30s, the shop specializes in niche perfumery ..read more