FEATURES
MOTHER’S DAY GIFT GUIDE By Ruth J. Katz
om’s special day is approaching and while a sumptuous bouquet of spring flowers would assuredly be appreciated, remember, there are many other expressions of love and appreciation that will make Mom smile. Here’s to you, Mom! BURIED TREASURES
SCENT OF A WOMAN
QUEEN OF STYLE
Keep precious jewelry and keepsakes in this handsome Reed & Barton “Modern Lines” jewel case, featuring a highgloss finish, cream suede-like interior, a removable tray, and a black tasseled key. Info: reedandbarton.com
Mysteriously intoxicating, Exotic Noire fragrance from master perfumer Ilana Jivago, features tagete, blackberry, sandalwood, and a host of other “secret” ingredients, all blended into a heady scent. Info: jivagobrands.com.
The story of “Mademoiselle,” as Coco Chanel was called, is chronicled in a trio of hard-cover volumes from Assouline, replete with photos of her world-famous bags, opulent necklaces, fringed suits, and fabulous chapeaux. Info: assouline.com.
RING IN SPRING
BLUSHING BEAUTY
Master jeweler Silvio Hidalgo constantly reinvents the stackable ring (and bracelets, too), with his signature enamels in a rich palette of rainbow tones configured in an endless variety of designs; some are accented with diamonds, a girl’s best friend. Info: hidalgojewelry.com.
Moda’s three-piece brush set (powder, fan, and contouring brushes), can be used wet or dry, and all feature professionalquality fibers. Info: modabrush.com.
52 | OUR CITY, YOUR LIFE | MAY 2018