The Be Patient compact from Estée Lauder, designed by Monica Rich Kosann: “Patience attracts happiness...This limited-edition collectible compact is exquisitely crafted and filled with Beautiful Magnolia solid perfume. A wonderful gift, it arrives in an elegant presentation box. Includes a velvety pouch to keep the compact safe." $300 at Estée Lauder.
The occasional lemming
From Estee Lauder, a limited edition Pegasus compact filled with 3g of Beautiful ("the fragrance of a thousand flowers") solid perfume. For pre-order at Bergdorf Goodman, $300.
The not-quite-daily lemming
From Yves Rocher, a solid perfume tin in the Plein Soleil fragrance (« A hypnotizing and sensual voyage, the suave and opulent scent of a white floral bouquet. » Fabrice PELLEGRIN, Perfumer) from the Pleines Natures collection. Currently $19.95 for 13g, but as always at Yves Rocher, watch for sales! Also available in Sel d'Azur, Cuir De Nuit and Sur la Lande.
The daily lemming
A lemming for fans of Aerin Rose de Grasse Joyful Bloom: the solid version. "This solid perfume is infused with lush notes of Indian Rose, sparkling Bergamot, and creamy Sandalwood. Beautifully presented in a smooth, organically shaped gold compact that fits perfectly into the palm of the hand, and designed with a convenient swivel lid, it is a beautiful addition to a vanity and is effortlessly portable in a handbag." $70 for 2g at Bloomingdales.
The daily lemming
From Estée Lauder's latest series of solid perfume compacts by luxury jewelry designer Monica Rich Kosann, the Majestic Unicorn, filled with Pleasures solid perfume. 5g for $300 at Neiman Marcus.