Cartier’s Les Nécessaires à Parfum accessories are possibly the most stylish way of bringing fragrance around. Here’s how it works: slender 30ml glass bottles of the brand’s top scents (the lineup stands at 27 strong today) slide into metal cases and are secured with a satisfying magnetic click. The cases take inspiration from Cartier’s objet d’art vanity cases from the ’20s, with gadrooned metal or lacquered designs. The latest: a red geometric lacquered motif chiselled into the case that recalls the House’s famous boxes. The cases can also be hot stamped and personalised as a gift with an engraving.
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The latest eau de parfum version of Burberry’s aptly named Hero scent is an embodiment of masculine energy and freedom. Chances are you’ve seen the campaign that’s fronted by Adam Driver, photographed with a horse to represent exploration and strength. Ideas distilled by perfumer Aurélien Guichard into notes of pine, benzoin and incense atop a warm base of cedarwood oils.
The glossy brushed leather that Prada has revived from its ’90s archives in recent years makes its accessories look like the height of luxury. This handy pouch messenger neatly houses essentials, with a useful little pouch that can be detached from its canvas shoulder strap.
Sometimes a man needs a small going-out bag. This dinky yet utterly elegant creation from Dior is crafted from its jacquard fabric with metallic threads and grey leather details. It’s a new ruthenium-coloured version of the House’s Oblique material, and features an aluminium signature buckle. The shoulder strap is also adjustable so the bag can be worn on the shoulder, crossbody or by hand.
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We aren’t afraid to profess our love for whiskies, especially in the season of celebrations. With Auchentoshan’s triple-distilled spirit that has since been matured for over 18 years, the Auchentoshan 18 Year Old proves itself a lively and refreshing one for the palate. The best part of relishing this whisky: hints of barley sugar floral freshness that reveal itself, before stepping aside to let the zest of tangerines shine.
Everyone understands the myriad of elements that make for a perfect pour of Guinness on a night out. And what if we now have the chance to recreate that experience but from the comforts of our own home? Enter the Guinness Nitrosurge, an award-winning innovation that allows you to pour the pub-perfect pint of Guinness Draught wherever and whenever you want. As we find ourselves in the thick of the festive season, entertaining guests has truly never been easier with a perfect pint or two of Guinness.
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Want to impress an audiophile? Devialet Mania is currently the only product on the portable speaker market that offers both stereo rendering and real-time acoustic mapping, which combines with the speaker’s echo-cancellation and cross-stereo architecture to offer a truly superior listening experience anywhere, anytime.
For something indulgent, you won’t go wrong with Penhaligon’s. This Kumgan Rosecandle with a burning time of 40 hours brings together coolness and warmth with its scents of Sichuan pepper, rose and saffron.
The Balvenie Caribbean Cask, $175, available at since1887.sg.
United in their commitment to exquisite craftsmanship and the art of high expression, The Balvenie and celebrated Singaporean illustrator Adeline Tan, have combined their powers in these limited edition gift sets timed to release as the festivities roll in. Accompanying the Balvenie Caribbean Cask 14 Makers Pack are a specially designed ceramic whisky cup and coaster. Now, you can raise a toast to the spirit creativity the right way.
This story was first published in the December 2022/January 2023 issue of Esquire Singapore.
