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Love Nature NYC After years of making industrial detergents and, in the process, being exposed to a lineup of harsh chemicals, Jared Gettinger yearned to create a collection of natural products. On a mission to have a positive impact on the lives of others and also on the environment, Gettinger founded Love Nature NYC—a company with a heart and a passion for health and wellness. Inspired by an era when the arts truly flourished and creative expression was celebrated, Love Nature NYC unveils its artistic Bohème candle collection, which epitomizes the "Belle Époque" or "Beautiful Era" that emerged in late 19th century France— a period characterized by optimism, peace and prosperity. Each 11-ounce candle is hand-poured, made with natural soy wax and features a cotton wick and a phthalate-free essential and fragrance oil blend. Three captivating fragrances are offered, including Doré—a sultry blend of vanilla, musk and delicate white flowers. Inspired by prosperity, "doré" is French for "gilded" or "covered in gold." Also part of the collection is Joie—a sweet, crisp fusion of champagne, pomegranate and vetiver. Inspired by the French expression "joie de vivre," this fragrance represents an exultation of spirit. Finally, there's Femme—a sexy, intricate fusion of soothing chamomile and sage with subtle florals and a hint of vanilla. It was inspired by the indescribable uniqueness, beauty and mystery of every woman. It is eco-consciously packaged in a delicate, feminine glass vessel that can be reused as a vase or decorative votive holder. SRP: $28 Jared Gettinger, founder/artisan, 718.624.6288, info@lovenaturenyc.com, lovenaturenyc.com Plain & Simple Behind every one of Plain & Simple's body, bath and home fragrance items is a story—sometimes funny, usually practical, but always beautiful. Its range of artisan products and scented candles are made with love—by hand—in Melbourne, Australia. Using only sustainable ingredients, and having a preference for organic and biodynamic ingredients, Plain & Simple is proud to claim that it knows the providence of all of its base ingredients, most of which are sourced locally in Australia. A vintage-style crackle glazed ceramic box houses each perfumed candle. Making quite a design statement, the name of each perfume is prominently displayed on the lid of each box. The scent offerings include Vetiver, which boasts an earthy sweet smell; Flores, which translates to "flowers" in Latin; Amber, a classic scent that boasts vanilla top notes; and Linden, a classic provincial perfume from the linden tree. The candles are made of 100% soy wax and feature four lead-free cotton wicks. Each has a 24-hour burn time. SRP: $50 Rebecca Sheehy, manager, info@plainandsimple.com.au, plainandsimple.com.au West Third Brand Since 2008, West Third Brand has offered a chic collection of subtle, sophisticated fragrances for men and women. Its handcrafted products reflect an understated sense of design and feature distinctive fragrances, such as Smoky Fig, which takes scent enthusiasts on a journey to another era. The fragrance collection boasts a vintage Americana aesthetic, but incorporates a bit of European splendor as well. Handcrafted in small batches in Seattle, West Third Brand's Tonic! Eau de Toilettes utilize traditional methods of perfumery, which use water, alcohol, essential oils and finely distilled perfumed oils. Top fragrances include Tobacco 1812, Smoky Fig, Sandalo Tuberosa and Vert Vetiver. SRPs: $30 to $32 Michael Loring Probst, founder, 888.649.9352, mprobst@westthirdbrand.com, westthirdbrand.com Mistral A colorful, fragrant road trip throughout the picturesque Provence region of France is what inspired the Sur la Route-Provence Roadtrip collection of fine soaps and scented candles. Whimsical watercolor illustrations embellish the packaging, capturing the enchanting journey the soap makers made from the northern medieval village of Grignan—where apples ripen in the fall sun—to the southern coastal city of Menton and its famed citrus festival. The luxurious bar soaps, which are infused with organic olive oil and organic shea butter, are available in Grignan Apple, Senanque Lavender, Calanques Marine or Menton Citrus. SRP: $9.50 866.MISTRAL, wholesale@mistralsoap.com, mistralsoap.com 16 November 2013 | beautystorebusiness.com