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February 2, 2015
BARNEYS NEW YORK | "Valentine's Gifts" Chosen by Noriko Yamaguchi, Merchandiser at Barneys New York | 2013 SS Buyer Feature
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Noriko Yamaguchi, MD of Womens Accessories at BARNEYS NEW YORK, Recommends!
Valentine's Day: Gifts to "Share"!
Noriko Yamaguchi, who became the merchandising manager for jewelry and apothecary (cosmetics) in December last year, notes, "Recently, small gifts at accessible price points have been selling well. For Valentine's Day, gifts that are a 'little something extra' beyond chocolate are becoming mainstream. While ties and the like are traditional, why not consider accessories or cosmetics that enhance a man's appearance, gifts that elevate his style?" She has selected the latest gift ideas for us.
Text by KAJII Makoto (OPENERS)Photographs by HARA Emiko
Shareable items for a lifetime of happiness together!
"Items that can be used together, or accessories that can be worn as a pair, might seem a bit much for men," Yamaguchi laughs. "But when women discuss Valentine's Day, items that can be shared with someone special are top of the list. The excitement of gift-giving is very important. This time, I've chosen items that make a great accompaniment to chocolate. For cosmetics, we have options starting around 2,000 yen, and for accessories, we focused on items around 30,000 yen." Yamaguchi adds, "Personally, I love accessories with a handmade feel, showing the imperfections of their creation." Let's take a look at her unique selections.
MUST BUY 01 | CHAN LUU
Exclusive to BARNEYS NEW YORK!
"Chan Luu isBARNEYS NEW YORKa highly popular brand. Especially their wrap bracelets, with a rich variety of colorful beads and cords, allow everyone to enjoy choosing their own. Furthermore, designer Chan Luu, who hails from Vietnam, is actively involved in social contribution activities such as breastcancer.org, and is highly regarded for that as well. The peace sign charm, and the color and arrangement of stones on this bracelet are exclusive to BARNEYS NEW YORK. Both men's and women's versions are available, making them perfect for pairing. Embrace this brand, a fusion of cultures and currently a major focus, as a couple."
Bracelets (Brown, Green, Red, Black) ¥14,700 each (CHAN LUU / BARNEYS NEW YORK)
MUST BUY 02 | ME & RO
Luxury that complements everyday wear
"The brand, helmed by New York-based Robin Lorenzini, initially gained attention for jewelry expressing yoga and hippie culture. It now presents sophisticated collections that accent urban hippie-style coordination. The men's collection we've highlighted features designs that match everyday wear, such as onyx bead bracelets and charmingly humorous skulls, which are definitely worth noting. Try these accessories, which captivate Hollywood celebrities, as a pair."
Beaded bracelets ¥33,600, Skull beige ¥29,400, Black x Silver triple wrap ¥14,700 (All ME & RO / BARNEYS NEW YORK)
MUST BUY 03 | FINN
Luxurious and humorous appeal
"FINN, based in New York, is a fine jewelry brand with a unisex feel, and the fact that everything is handmade is a major draw. In Japan, it is exclusively handled by BARNEYS NEW YORK. They excel at creating products with a story; while known for the 'LOVE KNOT RING' among women, this skull motif necklace is made of silver and black rhodium-plated metal, with diamonds for the eyes. Men often like skulls, but skull motifs are also appearing in women's jewelry. Its exquisite and authentic craftsmanship makes it a recommended adult accessory."
Necklaces (Black Skull, Silver Skull) ¥30,450 each (FINN / BARNEYS NEW YORK)
MUST BUY 04 | Baxter / J.R. WATKINS
Limited-time Valentine's lineup!
"As a gift for busy, active men, for a limited time this Valentine's season, we are featuring the men's grooming brand 'Baxter of California' and the American natural product brand 'J.R. WATKINS,' whose ingredients are over 95% plant-derived. Baxter offers about 8 items, including shaving foam, water pomade, and body wash, while J.R. WATKINS also offers about 8 items, such as moisturizing cream and foot cream. Cosmetics with stylish packaging look great placed on a man's vanity as interior decor, so we recommend them along with their sophisticated scents."
Shaving foam ¥2,100, Water pomade ¥2,100, Body wash ¥1,890 (All Baxter of California / BARNEYS NEW YORK), Foot cream ¥1,890, Hand cream ¥1,575 (Both J.R. WATKINS / BARNEYS NEW YORK)
MUST BUY 05 | IL PROFVMO / Vertueux
Men, too, can be beautiful from the inside out
"From Il Profvmo, created by Italian aromatherapist and cosmetic scientist Silvana Casoli, we've selected the unisex fragrances 'Coquelicot,' a floral scent inspired by poppies, and 'Musk Blue,' with its transparent aroma. These are Eau de Parfum meant to be shared by men and women. Additionally, from Vertueux, where a British therapist blended aromatherapy oils specifically for Japanese constitutions, we recommend '003 Immune Body Oil' to boost immunity and '005 Night Time Body Oil for Men' to relieve fatigue. Please enjoy them with your partner."
Eau de Parfum "Coquelicot" ¥8,925, "Musk Blue" ¥9,450 (Il Profvmo / BARNEYS NEW YORK), Body Oils ¥8,925 each (Both Vertueux / BARNEYS NEW YORK)
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