Jo Malone: The Kohdo Wood Collection

Jo Malone addicts (that would be me) can add two new fragrances to their wish list, "Lotus Blossom & Water Lily" and "Dark Amber & Ginger Lily". This May, Jo Malone will introduce the limited edition Kohdo Wood Collection-- a modern interpretation of Kohdo, the ancient Japanese art of incense Appreciation. I got samples of both and the scents are divine. I do like the "Lotus blossom & Water Lily" better of the two-- there is a tinge of sandalwood and temple incense (which reminds me of my grandmother) mixed with sweet florals of honeysuckle, water lily, jasmine and freesia which balance the muskiness. At first the "Dark Amber & Ginger Lily" seemed the sweeter of the two. The night blooming jasmine, water lily, and rose come across as strong as the pink pepper and ginger top notes. But then the base notes of leather and patchouli mixed with sandalwood and kyara incense come through which is very sexy, especially in the candle ($65). 3.4 oz cologne is $100, 1 oz is $55. All at Jo Malone.com

Vintage Gardenia is of course my all time favorite Jo Malone scent (I'm so obsessed I actually have the candle burning right now, just used the body creme and about to spritz on the cologne before I leave the house) but these two will be added to my repertoire for layering and combining which I love to do.