Canali is entering the fragrance market with a men's line. The Italian suit-maker's eau de toilette spray ($480/100ml) has top notes of bergamot, orange, mandarin and nutmeg, with wood, musk and leather completing the scent. There's an after-shave spray ($360/100ml), shower gel ($195/200ml), deodorant spray ($185/150ml) and deodorant stick ($165/75ml). Available from Sogo.
NARS new Powder Foundation ($460) - in a generous black compact (right) - is designed to create a flawless complexion without the need for liquid foundation. The texture is dry like a powder but goes on smoothly and evenly. It comes in 10 different shades. Available from NARS boutique, the Landmark, Lane Crawford and FACES, Ocean Terminal.
Maybelline has introduced Unstoppable, a smudge-proof mascara ($70) that promises to stay on through rain, sweat and tears. The company says it can make lashes look up to 50 per cent longer. A new flexi-roll brush has more bristles to target all lashes. The best part, they say, is that although waterproof, it can be removed easily with soap and water. It comes in black, dark brown and blue and is safe for sensitive eyes. From Maybelline boutiques in APM Mall, Kwun Tong, and Langham Place, Mongkok.
Spanish fashion house Loewe has released a new scent - I Loewe You ($320/30ml eau de toilette). The pink-encased fragrance features grapefruit, jasmine and vanilla. The scent also comes in a perfumed bath gel ($250/200ml), with aloe vera for moisturising and vitamins A and E. Available from Seibu.
Nightclub Drop has introduced martini and manicure nights on Tuesdays, manicure and Moet nights on Wednesdays, and martini and makeovers on Fridays. Get a group for an OPI manicure, while sipping Drop's martinis made with Ketel One vodka ($200 for a manicure and two martinis). If you prefer bubbly, pay $200 for a manicure and a mini bottle of Moet. The makeover ($300) includes professional makeup application with Sonia Rykiel or Paul and Joe products, plus two no-carb 3-Vodka martinis. On Lok Mansion, 39-43 Hollywood Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2543 8856.
Lacoste's new fragrance for men, Essential (below), seems as sporty and fresh as the clothing design company's image. The scent is a combination of rose, black pepper, sandalwood and patchouli. Available from Sogo, Seiyu and the Extravaganza shop, APM Mall, for $457/125ml spray and $340/ 75ml spray. The aftershave lotion is $363/125ml.
