NOVELTIES #38

ALAÏA´s l´extrait de parfum
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Even it was just this September when the French fashion house released its first eponymous fragrance, the brand launches the second scent; a rich mix of violet, musk, iris and vanilla alluding to the essence of bare skin draped in delicate designs. Perfect for winter-time.

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