A tube of 9 ml minis from Comme des Garçons (To Vetiver, Black Pepper, Amazingreen, Comme des Garçons 2 and Wonderwood), £110 at Dover Street Market in London.
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This year's limited edition holiday collector bottles from Jean Paul Gaultier, dressed in bejeweled gold mesh. In Le Mâle Eau de Toilette, 125 ml, and Divine Eau de Parfum, 100 ml, both at Incenza in France.
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From Jo Malone, a collector bottle of Nutmeg & Ginger for the 100th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. "Awaken the senses with Jo Malone London Nutmeg & Ginger cologne, pairing lively ginger with warm nutmeg for a citrusy, spiced character with inviting depth. Sandalwood lends a smooth, comforting finish, creating a versatile aroma that can be worn alone or layered with another cologne or favorite bath and body products", 100 ml for $180 at Macy's.
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Speaking of exceptions to the rule, Reminiscence Elixir Patchouli, which I reviewed back in 2009, would make the very short list of patchouli fragrances I actually liked. I am pretty sure it's been out of production, but I admit I do not keep track, and I have no idea what newer versions might smell like. Here is a nicely packaged limited edition that appeared on my radar recently. £68 for 100 ml Eau de Parfum at My Origines.
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More money than you know what to do with? How about the Colognes Woody Wagon from Louis Vuitton: "Louis Vuitton and Alex Israel join forces to unveil the Colognes Woody Wagon, an exceptional piece produced in a limited edition of 66 as a nod to the legendary Route 66 and containing the six Colognes Perfumes of the collection. An icon of Californian culture, instantly recognizable for its wood paneling, the Woody Wagon has long occupied a unique place in the mythology of the American West. Reinterpreted with the savoir-faire typical of the Maison and its uncompromising standards, it becomes a one-of-a-kind creation at the point where design, art and perfume meet." The top lifts off to reveal 100 ml bottles of Afternoon Swim, Pacific Chill, Sun Song, California Dream, City of Stars and On the Beach. $11,700.