THE INSPIRATION

Nestled in the Ramapo Mountains just north of Manhattan, Tuxedo Park is one of New York’s most storied enclaves—the first planned residential community where Gilded Age ambition meets pastoral retreat.

Founded in 1885 by tobacco heir Pierre Lorillard IV, the village was conceived as a private, gated haven for New York’s elite, blending European aristocratic ideals with distinctly American grandeur and classical, opulent architecture.

Its rolling hills, pristine lakes, and winding carriage paths were carefully constructed and preserved as a living landscape of leisure. “We didn’t just choose any park,” says Bond No.9 Founder Laurice Rahmé. “Tuxedo Park is the embodiment of quiet, outdoor chic and has an incredible New York heritage.”

From inception, Tuxedo Park became synonymous with high society. The Astors, Vanderbilts, Morgans, and Whitneys were among its celebrated residents and guests who traveled from their NYC mansions to their holiday estates, while cultural figures such as Mark Twain and Oscar Wilde passed through its gates. Emily Post wrote her iconic 1922 tome Etiquette based on the formal manners she observed while growing up there.

The community’s social calendar, which centered around the village’s exclusive Tuxedo Club, was legendary and crowned by the iconic Autumn Ball—a glittering affair that drew the era’s tastemakers for nights of music, dancing, and sartorial spectacle. It was at one such ball in the 1880s that the modern tuxedo (inspired by the stylish Prince of Wales) is said to have made its American debut—an innovation that quickly spread from Tuxedo Park’s ballrooms to New York society and beyond—forever linking the village’s name to the global symbol of black-tie elegance.

Launching in the spirit of Earth Day* 2026, Tuxedo Park is a tribute to protected beauty, mindful luxury, and the reminder that the most modern indulgence is harmony with nature.

THE COMPOSITION

Like an olfactory stroll through an outdoor fête, Tuxedo Park opens with a radiant citrus medley. At the top, mandarin, bitter orange, and white grapefruit to deliver a clean, bracing brightness, joined by fresh basil for a layered expression of herbaceous zest.

The heart evokes manicured gardens bursting with luscious flowers: extravagant jasmine, heady tuberose, and grounding, earthy ylang orris. At the base, a solar oud accord adds an effervescent pop, echoing the champagne sparkle of legendary Autumn Balls and giving the florals an effortless, celebratory glow. Musk and amber anchor the composition in tailored depth for a sensual, forest-floor finish that lingers like filtered sunlight through trees.

THE PACKAGING

The fragrance is housed in a clear, bright green glass bottle—a reflection of its botanical soul—and imprinted with a gilded logo impression. The vivid yet transparent hue recalls fresh spring leaves and the reflective surfaces of Tuxedo Park’s lakes. Minimalist detailing allows the color and clarity of the glass to take center stage, turning the bottle into a modern totem of nature-meets-design.

SUSTAINABILITY

Responsible packaging is a pillar of Bond No. 9, and we strive to offer consumers the option to choose without having to compromise on luxury.

Bond No. 9’s iconic Silhouette Bottle is 100% recyclable and uses 50% recycled cullet during the manufacturing process.

AVAILABILITY

Tuxedo Park arrives in stores April 15, 2026 and will be available at Bond No. 9 New York and Miami boutiques, Bloomingdale’s, Neiman Marcus, select Saks Fifth Avenue locations nationwide, Harrods UK, Selfridges UK, and at www.bondno9.com.

Eau de parfum, 100 ml, $470

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One of the highlights was the presentation of the Evelyn H. Lauder Humanitarian Award to Laura and Harry Slatkin presented by BCRF Co-Chair William P. Lauder. The Slatkins were recognized for their unwavering spirit and commitment to the vision of a world without breast cancer.

Following was a poignant tribute to the late Leonard A. Lauder, Honorary Co-Chair, who was remembered by BCRF Board Member Tom Quick as an “iconic titan of industry” who represented the very best of his generation.

The afternoon concluded with a stunning presentation by Oscar de la Renta, as well as a scientific update by Dr. Larry Norton (Memorial Sloan Kettering) and Dr. Judy Garber (Dana-Farber/Harvard) on the promising research currently changing the landscape of prevention and treatment.

Guests included Donna Acquavella, Alex and Eliza Bolen, Dee Ocleppo and Tommy Hilfiger, Julia Koch, Judy Glickman Lauder, Jane Lauder, Lara Shriftman and Kinga Lampert.

The event’s leadership includes Honorary Co-Chairs: Karen Hale, William P. Lauder and Leonard A. Lauder, in memoriam; Founding Chairs: Hildegarde Mahoney, Mary Alice Pappas, Frances Scaife, Judith P. Schlager, and Sandra G. Krakoff, in memoriam; Lead Chairs: Donna Acquavella, Dee Ocleppo Hilfiger, Kinga Lampert, and Aerin Lauder; Co-Chairs: Louise T. Braver, Liz Elting, Raysa Fanjul, Ronnie Heyman, Gail Hilson, Michele Kessler, Judy Glickman Lauder, Lyn M. Ross, and Andrea Wynn; and Vice Chairs: Suzanne Elson, Wendy Holmes, Talbott Maxey, Barbara Stovall Smith, and Sheila Lambert, in memoriam.

Founded in 1993 by the late Evelyn H. Lauder, the Breast Cancer Research Foundation stands as the largest private funder of breast cancer research in the world. The organization invests in leading scientific minds and fosters cross-disciplinary collaboration to examine the disease from every angle, from prevention to metastasis. This targeted approach is designed to accelerate the entire field, fueling the most promising research to bring the end of breast cancer into focus.

Learn more and get involved at BCRF.org

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Baker will work closely with the company’s management team to advance Saks Global’s transformation while delivering exceptional products, elevated experiences and highly personalized service to meet consumer demand for luxury retail.

Baker noted, “I look forward to continuing to work with our highly experienced management team, valued partners, and other stakeholders to secure a strong and stable future for our company. Across Saks Global, with our deep industry expertise, well-established relationships within the luxury sector, and talented employees, we will strengthen our position so that we can capitalize on the many opportunities we see for our company in the luxury market.”

“After nearly three decades with Saks, I will be stepping down as Chief Executive Officer,” said Marc Metrick. “I began my career at Saks in 1995 and have had the privilege of serving in many roles across merchandising, marketing, and strategy. In 2015, I took over leadership of Saks Fifth Avenue, helping to drive innovation and growth during one of the most dynamic periods in retail history. From building a world-class team to establishing Saks.com as a leading luxury ecommerce platform, I am proud of what we accomplished together. I am deeply grateful to my colleagues, partners, and the entire Saks community for their support and collaboration over the years.”

Baker added, “Marc has been a valued leader at Saks for many years, helping to drive significant transformation and growth while solidifying the company’s enduring position in luxury. We thank Marc for his leadership and dedication and wish him continued success in his next chapter.”

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The immediately recognizable sensual and smoky leather accord is, in Cuir Saddle, tinged with new, soft and luminous floral facets. A velvety touch of suede gives the Cuir Saddle fragrance instant modern appeal. This supple and cool leather perfume wears a smile.

“So I wanted to create a trompe-l’oeil leather perfume that seemed “classic” in its charred smoky and woody accord, but which ended up surprising and delighting the senses through a touch of lightness that was completely unexpected. I wanted to move away from the connotations of heavy leather accords by modernizing their animal sensuality with an overdose of light. Smoky and woody notes are of course present, but they seem suffused with noble floral and musky notes. Cuir Saddle adds an unprecedented sensory facet to this traditional family. Its allure corresponds to the new Dior codes, in a fine leather accord that blossoms to melt into the skin like a sensual embrace.” Francis Kurkdjian, Perfume Creation Director

Dior La Collection Privée Cuir Saddle, $330

AVAILABLE NOW ON DIOR.COM

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Developed with perfumers Clement Gavarry and Erwan Raguenes at dsm-Firmenich, Cloud Dancer captures the color’s soothing stillness in a fresh, ethereal fragrance that invites you to disconnect from the busyness of the world, and exhale in the serenity of self. The fragrance enlightens with top notes of airy bergamot and freesia lifted into luminous magnolia and solar bloom, grounded by soft musk, amber, and sandalwood for a scent that quiets the mind and recenters the soul.

“Scent, like color, has the power to shift emotions,” says Mara Dumski, Pura’s Chief Fragrance Experience Officer. This captures Pura’s ability to bring color, and the mood it evokes, to life through scent. “With Cloud Dancer, we wanted to create a sensory interpretation of calm, a moment of quiet amidst the noise. It’s about new beginnings and simply being.”

“An airy white hue, PANTONE 11-4201 Cloud Dancer opens space for creativity, allowing imagination to wander and drift so that new insights and bold ideas can emerge and take shape” says Laurie Pressman, Vice President, Pantone Color Institute. “Pura’s creativity and scent expertise brings Cloud Dancer to another level, allowing users to fully immerse themselves in a serene and calming sensory experience.”

The Pura x Pantone Cloud Dancer fragrance launched December 4, 2025, exclusively on Pura.com for a limited time retailing for $16.99.

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Sweet Tooth Lemon Pie captures the nostalgic charm of a delicious lemon pie with a playful, sunny personality. The fragrance opens with a sparkling citrus trio of candied lemon, Italian bergamot and neroli. In the heart of the fragrance, you’ll find airy floral notes of jasmine, orange blossom and violet, which are rounded out with a gourmand base of graham cracker crust, vanilla whipped cream and tonka bean. Housed in Sweet Tooth’s signature chocolate-bar-shaped bottle with a pastel yellow hue, Sweet Tooth Lemon Pie embodies the warmth and whimsy of a vintage country kitchen.

“This fragrance feels fun, happy, and a little nostalgic which is the perfect combination,” said Sabrina Carpenter. “I’m so excited to be adding this to my Sweet Tooth collection.”

Available Formats:

• Eau de Parfum – 75ml | 2.5 fl. oz. | SRP $55
• Eau de Parfum – 30ml | 1 fl. oz. | SRP $35
• Eau de Parfum – 10ml | 0.34 fl. oz. | SRP $9.99
• Body Spray – 236ml | 8 fl. oz. | SRP $9.99

Sweet Tooth Lemon Pie will launch exclusively on fragrancebysabrina.com on December 2nd, followed by a presale for Ulta Beauty’s Ulta Beauty Rewards members December 3rd. The fragrance will be available on Ulta.com beginning December 15th and in Ulta Beauty stores nationwide starting December 26th. In the U.S., Sweet Tooth Lemon Pie will be an Ulta exclusive, with availability at international retailers planned for 2026.

“We’re thrilled to welcome Sweet Tooth Lemon Pie to the Sweet Tooth collection,” said Stephen Mormoris, CEO of SCENT BEAUTY. “Sabrina’s ability to translate her playful, nostalgic aesthetic into a fragrance that feels both fun and sophisticated is unmatched. This scent is a bright, joyful scent that perfectly complements the existing Sweet Tooth assortment while offering fans a fresh, craveable experience.”

With Sweet Tooth Lemon Pie, the brand invites fans to indulge in a playful, radiant and deliciously comforting fragrance experience. Whether gifting, collecting, or treating yourself, this zesty gourmand addition ensures your signature scent rotation is nothing short of delectable.

SCENT BEAUTY is a modern fragrance and beauty company transforming the way consumers experience scent through innovation, accessibility and sustainability. The company collaborates with cultural icons and globally recognized names to launch distinctive fragrance brands, including partnerships with AllSaints, Dolly Parton and Stetson. With both direct-to-consumer and retailer/distributor models, a growing global warehouse network and a mission to make premium fragrance more accessible and eco-conscious, SCENT BEAUTY is redefining what it means to bring beauty to the world. To learn more about SCENT BEAUTY or shop their fragrances, visit www.ScentBeauty.com.

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Barberino’s – Italy’s leading luxury men’s grooming brand, continued its international expansion with the opening of its store at Rockefeller Center, one of the world’s most iconic destinations. This is Barberino’s second U.S. location.

Blending Italian heritage with modern innovation, Barberino’s operates 16 barbershops throughout Italy in cities including Milan, Turin, and Rome. Its products are distributed through Italy’s most prestigious perfumery chains, reflecting a brand philosophy deeply rooted in quality, design, and emotional connection.

Now located at 30 Rockefeller Plaza, the 645-square-foot boutique opened its doors on December 1st, marking another milestone in Barberino’s U.S. growth and reinforcing its mission to redefine the art of modern Italian grooming.

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Launching exclusively at JCPenney, this 4.2 oz / 125 ml eau de toilette is priced at $55, making it a standout in the accessible prestige category, and will be available exclusively for six months before expanding to additional retailers.

The fragrance is featured in a sleek black bottle, accented with rich gold and copper tones. Shaquille’s signature is featured on the packaging, serving as a mark of authenticity and refined style.

The scent is a captivating woody amber blend, opening with a vibrant burst of Bergamot, Grapefruit, and Black Pepper. At its heart lies a smooth fusion of Cardamom, Suede, and Benzoin, grounded by warm, lasting notes of Tonka Bean, Amber, and Musk.

“This fragrance is all about presence,” says Shaquille O’Neal. “It’s strong, smooth, and leaves a mark, just like I aim to do in everything I take on. I wanted something luxurious but still within reach, and this is it.”

The New Shaquille O’Neal Fragrance for Men is designed for the modern man who moves through the world with confidence and unmistakable style.

Available now at JCPenney stores and online at jcpenney.com.

Special thanks to Elizabeth Poleway and the Zephyr Beauty team for keeping us in the loop.

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Lilly Pulitzer Sr. Director Creative & Brand Development Heather Van Der Mije and Designer Mira Fain with models in the S/S 2026 Vintage Vault Collection.

Founded in 1959, Lilly Pulitzer transformed resort wear into a lifestyle, introducing bold prints designed in Key West and breezy silhouettes that captured the essence of Palm Beach living. Today, the brand remains synonymous with color, confidence, and a sense of escape—values that have endured across decades of fashion evolution.

Returning to the heart of Lilly’s story, the Spring/Summer 2026 collection is a true archival revival. Every piece features reissued prints from the brand’s vintage vault, reimagined for modern silhouettes and fresh palettes. Key West, the birthplace of Lilly’s original print house, served as both inspiration and backdrop, with its lush landscapes, wild animals, and bohemian spirit infusing the collection with timeless relevance.

“Our heritage is our greatest strength,” said Mira Fain, Chief Creative Officer. “This collection celebrates the artistry and optimism that Lilly Pulitzer has championed for 65 years, while reinterpreting archival prints for today’s woman.”

Michelle Kelly, CEO of Lilly Pulitzer, added: “Key West is where our story began, and returning here for Spring 2026 combines our legacy rooted in print and place. It’s a celebration of color, creativity, and the enduring joy that defines the brand.”

Lilly Pulitzer CEO Michelle Kelly welcomes guests to the Hemingway House in Key West.

This collection and runway show are a homecoming to everything that makes Lilly, Lilly. It is a celebration of bold color, timeless design, and the enduring belief that joy is always in style. The “Brand Homecoming” show is not just a tribute to the past—it’s a bold step into the next chapter of resort fashion.

On the evening prior to the runway show, Lilly Pulitzer’s granddaughter, Lilly Leas Ferreira, together with actress and author Mariel Hemingway, hosted an intimate dinner in celebration of legacy, creativity, and enduring style. Convening distinguished guests, cultural figures, and creative collaborators, the gathering paid tribute to the brand’s iconic heritage – one defined by vibrant expression, effortless sophistication, and a longstanding dialogue with the artistic community.

Lilly Pulitzer’s granddaughter and daughter, Lilly Leas Ferreira and Minnie Pulitzer.

George Ledes with Mariel Hemingway – granddaughter of Ernest Hemingway.

Travelers are invited to immerse in the brand’s homecoming over the next year at Casa Marina Key West, Curio Collection by Hilton via two newly unveiled oceanfront suites. Celebrating Lilly Pulitzer and Casa Marina’s shared heritage of timeless resort glamour, the two reimagined oceanfront suites feature a complete redesign, hand-painted art, and original prints from Lilly’s 1960 archival collection. The suites were designed by Amanda Reynal Interiors. Reservations for the “Stay Like Lilly” suites will be available to book through November 15, 2026, via Hilton.com here.

Interior Designers Billy Ceglia and Amanda Reynal.

In 1959, Lilly Pulitzer set out to create her own happiness, opening a juice stand in Palm Beach. In need of an everyday uniform, she asked her dressmaker for something to camouflage splashes of citrus juice. The result? A comfortable, sleeveless shift dress made of colorful printed cotton.

Since those early days, Lilly designs have been beloved for their casual glamour, vibrant optimism, and endlessly joyful spirit. Lilly was an original with the confidence to break all the rules, the humility to pull it off, and the vision to make women feel as good as they look. Today, her spirit is reflected in the brand’s imaginative prints and lively colors, which inspire everyone to shine bright and stand out. www.lillypulitzer.com.

Chanel Iman.

Lilly Pulitzer Sr VP Merchandising, Planning and Licensing Craig Reynolds with Designer Sarah Bray and PALMER Palm Beach Editor Christine Schott.

Mary Aarons, Cori Lee Berman and Christine Schott.

 

Photos by Nick Mele.

 

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