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Thursday, August 9, 2012

Introducing the 2012 Christmas Collection from Crabtree & Evelyn

Inspired by the wonder of nature, with a colour palette drawn from the majesty of a magical winter garden, Crabtree & Evelyn’s 2012 festive Christmas collections take you through a spectrum of vibrant colours, seasonal scents, and exceptional flavours. From the shift in light from golden to dusk as autumn slips into winter, to the occasional burst of colour amongst a sea of evergreens and to the instantly recognisable scent of Christmas fruits and spices, Crabtree & Evelyn’s festive collections offer a magical feast for the senses. 



Featuring festive home fragrances and limited edition seasonal personal care, a gift from Crabtree & Evelyn bears the hallmark of true indulgence. 



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Home Fragrance 

Drawing the fresh crispness of a winter morning into the warmth of the family home, Crabtree & Evelyn's seasonal home fragrance range is as much a part of Christmas as carols and mince pies, delighting families and friends for generations – a true celebration of scent and sight. 



Recognised across the globe as Crabtree & Evelyn’s signature Christmas fragrance, Noël® is a heady blend of fresh balsams, cranberry, apple, and citrus complemented by spicy star anise, clove, and nutmeg, instantly evoking the spirit and smells of holiday festivity throughout the home. 



New for the home in Christmas 2012 is Winter Garden™, an original interpretation of traditional ‘holiday greens’ featuring a gentle blend of frosted fresh-picked myrtle, magnolia leaves, and the fleshy green stems of amaryllis complemented by fruits including apricots, green apples, and candied citruses. 



Fragranced Candles ($33.00) 

To find the inspiration behind the deep rich hues of these candles, simply cast your eye over a burst of red berries nestled within the deepest green holly bush. Available in both Noël and Winter Garden fragrances, these classic poured candles add the perfect touch of festive elegance to any Christmas table. 



Three Fragranced Candles ($35.00) 

Encased in the same magical colours as the larger candles, these three smaller candles are ideal to scatter around your home at Christmas. 



Home Fragrance Reed Diffusers ($40.00) 

Available in both Noël and Winter Garden fragrances, these charming diffusers are a beautiful festive ornament. Presented in the richest berry and deepest evergreen shades, they gently disperse fragrance in your home for up to three months. 

Iris Vanity Treasures ($75.00) 

This delightful vanity case is the perfect gift for those who enjoy a lovely splash of colour. Decorated in the vibrant tones of a garden in bloom and containing three sensuous Iris favourites, the keepsake box will provide a stylish and lasting addition to any dressing table. 



Contains: Iris Bath & Shower Gel (250mL), Iris Body Lotion (245mL), Iris Hand Therapy (50g), Iris Eau de Toilette (30mL) 



Also available in Rosewater, Lily, and Lavender 



La Source® Spa Train Case ($55.00) 

Ideal for those who enjoy spa-inspired rituals of relaxation and rejuvenation, La Source products are formulated with a unique blend of marine extracts specifically chosen for their revitalising properties. This luxurious gift set contains a Body Wash, Body Lotion, and Exfoliating Body Scrub. 



Contains: La Source Body Wash (250mL), La Source Body Lotion (250mL), La Source Body Scrub (175mL) 


Rosewater Daily Indulgences ($55.00) 

The ideal gift for those who love to relax with their favourite scent, this lovely, illustrated bag contains Rosewater Body Lotion, Bath & Shower Gel, and Hand Therapy for skin that is soft and beautifully scented. 

Contains: Rosewater Bath & Shower Gel (250mL), Rosewater Body Lotion (245mL), Rosewater Hand Therapy (100g) 

Also available in Iris, Lavender, and Lily 

Citron, Honey & Coriander Carry Case ($55.00) 

This sophisticated gift is beautifully presented in a vintage-inspired raffia carry case. Contains refreshing Citron, Honey & Coriander hand and body care favourites that make it the perfect gift for the woman who loves to pamper herself. 



Contains: Citron, Honey & Coriander Bath & Shower Gel (250mL), Citron, Honey & Coriander Body Lotion (250mL), Citron, Honey & Coriander Hand Therapy (100g) 



Also available in Avocado, Olive & Basil and Pomegranate, Argan & Grapeseed 


Avocado, Olive & Basil Perfect Pair ($38.00) 

An indulgent gift for those who like to turn their morning shower into a luxurious experience. Nourishing Avocado, Olive & Basil Bath & Shower Gel and Body Lotion contain conditioning avocado extract and rejuvenating olive and basil extracts to help keep skin soft and moisturised. 



Contains: Avocado, Olive & Basil Bath & Shower Gel (250mL), Avocado, Olive & Basil Body Lotion (250mL) 



Also available in Rosewater; Lavender; Iris; Wisteria; Citron Honey &Coriander; Pomegranate, Argan & Grapeseed; La Source®; Jojoba and Goatmilk 


India Hicks Island Living® Luxury Clutch ($38.00) Shown Above

With its timelessly elegant design, this India Hicks clutch will be a welcome addition to any wardrobe. The award-winning fragrance is inspired by India’s island home, with notes of spider lily, orange blossom, and palms. Beautifully presented in this limited edition clutch are an Eau de Toilette, Shower Gel, and Body Cream for the perfect way to relax with a little Bahamian luxury.  

Contains: India Hicks Island Living Spider Lily Shower Gel (50mL), India Hicks Island Living Spider Lily Body Cream (50g), India Hicks Island Living Spider Lily Eau de Toilette (30mL) 

Noël Set of Three Poured Candles ($35.00) 

Recognised across the globe as Crabtree & Evelyn’s signature Christmas fragrance, Noël is a heady blend of fresh balsams, cranberry, apple, and citrus complemented by spicy star anise, clove, and nutmeg, instantly evoking the spirit and smells of holiday festivity throughout the home. To find the inspiration behind the deep rich hues of this candle, simply cast your eye over a burst of red berries nestled within the deepest green holly bush. Presented in the same magical colours as the larger candles, these three smaller candles are ideal to scatter around your home at Christmas. 



Also available in Winter Garden™ 






Gardeners Hand Care Tin ($35.00) 

A gardener’s hands need more care and attention than most, and this gift set will ensure those green fingers are well looked after. Inside this unique keepsake tin is a complete hand care set that includes Nail & Cuticle Therapy, Hand Recovery®, Hand Therapy, Hand Remedy, and Nail Buffer -- all to keep even the keenest gardener's hands looking at their best. 



Contains: Gardeners Nail & Cuticle Therapy (15g), Gardeners Hand Therapy (25g), Gardeners Hand Recovery (25g), Gardeners Hand Remedy (25mL), Gardeners Nail Buffer 



Also available in La Source® 





Noël® Large Poured Candle ($33.00) 

Recognised across the globe as Crabtree & Evelyn’s signature Christmas fragrance, Noël is a heady blend of fresh balsams, cranberry, apple, and citrus complemented by spicy star anise, clove, and nutmeg, instantly evoking the spirit and smells of holiday festivity throughout the home. To find the inspiration behind the deep rich hues of this candle, simply cast your eye over a burst of red berries nestled within the deepest green holly bush. This classic poured candle will add the perfect touch of festive elegance to any Christmas table. 



Also available in Winter Garden 






Lovely Hands (Set of 6) ($30.00) 

The ideal gift for those who love to keep their hands feeling soft and looking beautiful, this elegant and festively coloured box contains multi-award-winning Hand Therapy in six favourite fragrances. Each cream is a convenient 25g size, ideal for travelling or simply to slip into a handbag. 



Contains: La Source Hand Therapy (25g), Summer Hill® Hand Therapy (25g), Avocado, Olive & Basil Hand Therapy (25g), Gardeners Hand Therapy (25g), Citron, Honey & Coriander Hand Therapy (25g), Rosewater Hand Therapy (25g) 









La Source® Great Escapes ($22.00) 

Ideal for those who enjoy the spa-inspired ritual of relaxation and rejuvenation, La Source products are formulated with a unique blend of marine extracts specifically chosen for their revitalising properties. This handy collection contains Body Wash, Body Lotion, Hand Therapy, and Buffer to keep you refreshed from dawn to dusk. 



Contains: La Source Body Wash (50mlL), La Source Body Lotion (50mL), La Source Hand Therapy (25g), La Source Buffer 



Also available in Rosewater; Lavender; Lily; Iris; Wisteria; Citron, Honey & Coriander; Pomegranate, Argan & Grapeseed; and Avocado, Olive & Basil 








Avocado, Olive & Basil Little Luxuries ($16.00) 

This set of nourishing Avocado, Olive & Basil miniatures is a perfect stocking filler - ideal for those who like to take their favourite bath-time luxuries on their travels. 



Contains: Avocado, Olive & Basil Bath & Shower Gel (50mL), Avocado, Olive & Basil Body Lotion (50mL), Avocado, Olive & Basil Hand Therapy (25g) 



Also available in Rosewater; Lavender; Iris; Lily; Wisteria; Citron, Honey & Coriander; and Pomegranate, Argan & Grapeseed 








Personal Care 

Inspired by the setting sun on a glittering winter afternoon, Crabtree & Evelyn has drawn on its rich botanical apothecary and heritage to introduce two new limited edition personal care collections, formulated to pamper and indulge your skin, especially for Christmas 2012. 



Golden Fig™ is a beautiful modern composition invoking both freshness and sophistication. This collection blends fresh figs, grapefruit, apple, and mangosteen with cedar, white sandalwood, and golden amber accords tied together with a medley of musks. 



Golden Petals™ is an enchanting and charming fragrance featuring a unique greengage plum note blended with the sweet tartness of berries and rhubarb leaf drenched in sugar crystals, fresh sheer florals, and a medley of musks. 



Bubble Bath & Body Wash ($20.00) 

Available in Golden Fig and Golden Petals fragrances, these Bubble Bath & Body Washes are the perfect morning shower luxury or night-time addition to a warm bath, and are gently scented and richly foaming to nourish and soothe your skin. 



Silkening Body Nectar ($20.00) 

This rich and conditioning moisturising lotion smoothes on easily, absorbs quickly, and leaves skin silky soft with just a hint of glitter and delicate scent -- perfect for the festive party season or for those occasions when you’re looking for an added sparkle. Available in Golden Fig and Golden Petals fragrances. 



Shimmer Lip Gloss ($14.00) 

Shimmering lip glosses with a moisture-rich formula to leave lips beautifully soft and glistening with colour. An ideal stocking gift that's available in three colours - Champagne Frost, Red Sparkle, and Pink Glace. 

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About Crabtree & Evelyn 

A pioneer in botanical formulations for over 35 years, Crabtree & Evelyn searches the world for luxurious ingredients and fragrance experiences to create indulgent moments to enjoy every day. Inspired by John Evelyn, the 17th century renaissance Englishman whose travels for rare botanicals and plants and whose motto ‘explore everything. Keep the best’ inspire us to this day. The Crabtree & Evelyn logo is a nod to our pioneering, botanical heritage – the crabapple tree is the original species from which all cultivated apple trees have derived. Crabtree & Evelyn is available online and in more than 40 countries, with over 6,000 locations and 500 concept stores worldwide. For more information or to purchase products, please visit www.crabtree-evelyn.com or call 800.CRABTREE. 

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