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Candle The Rose Loves Mint, buy now
“I’m a Francophile, but owning something from a French house, whether it’s a lipstick, perfume or a shoulder bag, makes me feel a little more sophisticated. So when I was gifted this rose-scented candle from French brand Carrière Frères, I was thrilled. While its main note is rose, it also has a truly unique herbal note, spearmint, that cuts through and soothes any built-up stress and tension. It’s truly French.” – Jessica Bailey, Editorial Director
Dior Forever Skin Correct Concealer, $71 BUY NOW
“I’ve always found foundations to be too lightweight for me, even sheer ones. That said, I still want luminous, skin-like coverage that hides imperfections without feeling heavy and lasts all day or night. Too much to ask? Not for Dior, who set the bar high with this do-it-all concealer. If you’re also looking for a unicorn concealer, give this one a try.” – Pema Bakshi, Fashion Editor
CHANEL N°5 L’EAU, $225 BUY NOW
“Perhaps one of the most iconic perfumes of all time, Chanel No. 5 was the first fragrance launched by Gabrielle Chanel in 1921, as a gift to select clients at the famous boutique on Rue Cambon. Now etched in perfume folklore, the House has just released a limited edition 50ml glass bottle that looks like a drop of perfume. It’s the perfect size for your handbag. I’m obsessed.” – Jessica Bailey, Editorial Director
“French cosmetics are built on the foundation of a perfectly radiant complexion. The secret to achieving this is a lightweight yet powerful foundation, designed to enhance your skin’s natural finish with a luminous glow. Chanel Beauty’s innovative Les Beige Water-Fresh shade uses pigmented microfluidic technology that melts on contact for the ideal, nude, blurry effect. The soft tint diffuses imperfections while hydrating with an instant dose of toned freshness. With long-lasting coverage and a healthy injection of radiance, simply top off with your favorite tweed accessory from the House and a touch of Soleil Tan Healthy Glow Bronzing Cream on the apples of the cheeks to channel your inner beau monde muse.” – Ava Gilchrist, Senior Fashion Editor
Violette_FR Bisou Blush in ‘Aissa’, $58 BUY NOW
“I’m constantly torn between a dusty pink blush or a deep cream blush, which naturally leads me to owning way too many versions and shades. With VIOLETTE_FR’s multi-dimensional, marbled Bisou blush, the colors you get are layerable, buildable, and blendable. Not only is the formulation ideal, but the travel-friendly stick packaging comes with one of the best blush brushes for any finish you want to achieve.” – Pema Bakshi, Fashion Editor
“While I love experimenting with candles, this is the scent I replenish most often—and the one that prompted a friend to come into my home one day and say, ‘This smells like your house,’ which made me very happy. While florals aren’t what I tend to look for in a perfume, shower gel, or anything else, this sumptuous Bulgarian rose scent is lifted and modernized by tangy cassis buds and musky ambergris.” – Pema Bakshi, Fashion Editor
“While thermal water is the key ingredient in all Avène products, it’s the French pharmaceutical brand’s mist that’s the star of the sprays, and people around the world hail this refreshing mist as a miracle product. The water’s properties help cleanse, soothe and calm mild to very sensitive skin and are a true saviour when I travel long-haul.” – Jessica Bailey, Editorial Director
“French women know the timeless appeal of the ‘bitten-mouth’ lip. Evoking the essence of lipstick that spreads across your lips after a kiss, French ‘It girl’ Violette FR has bottled the sensation with a matte lipstick-balm hybrid perfectly called ‘Bisou Balm.’ (Bisou, of course, translates to ‘kisses.’) With a sheer cloud of color, the buildable, hydrating lipstick relaxes onto your lips for a splash of watercolor saturation. But more importantly, it evokes the tension of running away from your lover. Oh la la!” – Ava Gilchrist, Senior Fashion Editor
“La Bonne Brosse is not only quintessentially French in its name, but also in its ability to combine a display-worthy object of art with a practical piece of design – the barometer of any notable Parisian brand. Literally translating to ‘The Good Brush’, this hair accessory is like the perfect white shirt or lash-enhancing mascara, making it a must-have that fully deserves its moniker. The spiral-shaped handle and pastel variations of the range’s zesty colours make you feel like you’ve just stepped out of a Champs-Élysées confectionery. Except this time, you’ll leave with perfectly tousled and sensually chic hair, a quality attributed to elegant brushes crafted in the time-honoured style of traditional French combs.” – Ava Gilchrist, Senior Fashion Editor