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With over 100 species in its genealogy, the lily is a truly fascinating flower. Calla, tiger, day and water lilies are just a few of the many you may see flourishing in gardens and ponds. Apparent in everything from literature to great works of art (Monet's Water Lilies among the most prominent), the lily's three large petals range in color from white, yellow and orange to vibrant pinks, reds and purples. It should be no great stretch of mind, then, to see its heady fragrance transferred to some of the most beautiful products. Take your pick of our favorite thirteen.
Roger & Gallet Lily of the Valley Perfumed Soaps (box of three) - The substantial box printed with a splash of lime, lemon and lavender hued flowers is enough to sell us. But add in three beautifully wrapped soaps and, well, we're sold even more! $16 at beautyexclusive.com
Bond no. 9 The Scent of Peace Eau de Parfum (pictured to the left) - The signature bottle is now the most gorgeous shade of violet-perfect to display on your dresser or vanity. $195 at bondno9.com
Estée Lauder Pure White Linen Eau de Parfum Spray - A blend of everything from grapefruit, mandarin and raspberry to honeysuckle, gardenia and patchouli mix with fragrant lilies. The result? A totally seductive and succulent scent. $45 at esteelauder.com
Demeter Fragrance Library Lily of the Valley Tender Body Oil - Sprinkle a few drops into your bath or sweep on your pulse points for an absolutely amazing aroma. $15 at demeterfragrance.com and amazon.com
Kenzo Parfum d'Ete - We're totally digging the leaf-shaped bottle. $65 at sephora.com
Penhaligon's Lily & Spice Eau de Parfum - Saffron, patchouli and musk combine with lily to offer up a delightful woodsy aroma. And the brown grosgrain ribbon is the most elegant finishing touch. $85 at Penhaligon's, NYC, 212-249-1771
Blue Q Dirty Girl Body Mist (pictured to the left) - It's girly, pretty and pink. What's not to love? $7.99 at Ricky's and Urban Outfitters stores and blueq.com
Molton Brown Heavenly Gingerlily Body Cream - Flecks of gold add a subtle luminescence to your skin … and the cream smells, well, heavenly. $25 at bathandbodyworks.com
Lalicious Lily Mango Sugar Souffle Moisturizing Body Scrub - Utterly decadent, utterly moisturizing, and the combination of lily and mango is just so utterly satisfying. $32 at lalicious.com
Tocca Tara Candelina - Ginger lily-the Himalayan mountain flower-gives this candle such a fresh, clean scent. $16 at beautyhabit.com
Thymes Goldleaf Perfumed Body Wash (pictured to the left) - This golden gel is laced with bee pollen, honey and aloe vera to completely hydrate and nourish your moisture-craving skin. $23 at Very Good Things East, NYC; and thymes.com
C.O. Bigelow Perfume Oil in Lily of the Valley - The petite bottle houses such a sweet-smelling-yet non-cloying-perfume oil, you need only a few drops to be surrounded in the aroma all day long. $15 at C.O. Bigelow stores and bigelowchemists.com
Lollia Breathe Shea Butter Handcreme - A gorgeous peony and cabbage rose pattern covers the wrapping-such a vintage-inspired touch. $24 at lollialife.com
- Jamie Sanders, Associate Editor
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