WRISTY SOPHISTICATION

There is nothing more stylish than a man's watch adorning a woman's wrist. Christian Dior, with its exquisite amalgamation of haute jewellery and elegant timepieces, has created the La D De Dior Steel. Set with a steel bezel, it is crowned with brilliant diamonds and a sun-brushed dial. Telling time with class.

CUPID'S CHOICE

Luxury giant, Piaget, has added its sparkle to the festivities surrounding Valentine's Day with a cupid collection that celebrates the spirit of romance. Kaleidoscopes of colour, the Valentine's Day pendants, part of Piaget's Limelight range, add their special dazzle to the glow of young love. Guaranteed to make hearts go aflutter, designer style.

SCENTED ALLURE

The Indian market was the destination of choice for another intoxicant, with French fragrance, Balmain, making a splash with their heady delights. Balmya, the perfume for the chic femme, is a sensual mix of passion fruit combined with coffee blossom that leaves a lingering whiff. A perfume that brings out the coquette in you.

Balman, a scent evocative of sheer masculinity, combines a fresh, woody essence that envelopes the wearer in an aura of inimitable sophistication. Sublime redolence.

IN FRAGRANT COMPANY

A perfect complement to its elegant garments, Mango's MNG Eau De Toilette, is a perfume that naturally accentuates a stylish woman's fashion statement. The delicately contoured bottle holds a bouquet of aromas with underlying notes of sandalwood and musk. A scent that unleashes the femme fatale within.

COLD COMFORT

Winter clothing that draws its inspiration from the vibrant warmth of the flora dominating the landscape of French city, Vermont, Lacoste's winter collection is an explosion of colour that contrasts to the icy chill of the season. The range of apparel for both men and women comprises of the usual suspects required to make a warm winter, from polo-necked tops and sweaters to trousers and shirts. Bundled up in style.

DESIGNED TO SHOCK

CR2 was the destination of choice for the brand of clothing, Aftershock for its inaugural Asian store. A much-awaited treat for the fairer sex, Aftershock, as the name suggests, specialises in garments sure to take one's breath away. With its beaded dresses and intricately crafted accessories, here is a brand for the lady out to create a stir. Definitely not for the faint-hearted.

BLUES FOR KEEPS

Levi's has provided its cross-cultural clientele with yet another reason to don these stylish denims. The Indian woman can now breathe a sigh of relief at the new range, Levi's RED TAB Slim Jeans that celebrates her curvy figure,

Giving the illusion of endless legs. Available in three finishes, these immortal blues are permanent inhabitants of the wardrobes of the uberstylish. Fit to perfection.

FIT FOR A KING

Louis Philippe's collection of Gods and Kings shirts ensures that the maharajas and emperors have now made way for the regally garbed modern man. This range weaves sartorial spells with its exquisite fabric and ornate designs embellished with mother-of-pearl buttons. These formals are sure to create a stir at black tie dinners. Clothes that maketh the man complete.

HEALING TOUCH

The Franck Provost Salon & Spa offers the stressed out Mumbaiite an opportunity to indulge one's senses. With treatments ranging from facials to aromatherapy and massages, this soulful experience is not just restricted to women. The metrosexual male can avail of a special package, complete with a facial and manicure. Therapeutic luxury.

STIRRING SPIRITS

All set to tug heart strings this Valentine's Day, winemakers, Moët & Chandon, in collaboration with leading hotels and restaurants, will be celebrating the spirit of love with a weeklong extravaganza. Romantics can now celebrate with an opportunity to win two gifts with each bottle of the bubbly ordered. A special champagne dinner on the occasion when Cupid strikes his fatal blow is another Valentine treat from the global masters of tasty spirits. A love potion, guaranteed to succeed.

FOUNTAIN OF LOVE

Montblanc has dipped its very fashionable label into the tradition of writing, celebrating the long forgotten art with the Bohème Je t'aime Fountain Pen and Ballpoint Pen. With a variety of embellishments in precious black resin, sterling silver or white gold, the clip is set with a heart-shaped gemstone, with an individual serial number. Adding the colour of love is the red, rose-scented 'Love Letter' ink captured in a bottle or packaged in cartridges.