Editorial Director Picks: 6 Must-Haves for March 1, 2026
As another week draws starts, Story Magazine’s Editorial Director Marian Kwei brings us a carefully curated list of her beauty and fashion favourites. After a hopeful glimpse of sunshine this week, Marian’s turned to a fabulously fresh array of floral and earthy scents as the season blossoms slowly towards spring. During this transitional period, Marian’s loving versatile clothing that’s perfect for any weather or occasion, blending comfort with charm. Have a browse through Marian’s must-haves; we’re sure they’ll become yours too…
1. Infiniment Coty Paris L’AMOUR POURPRE L’OSMIUM Extrait de parfum (40ml) – £250
An alluring tension between fresh citrus and deep musk reaches its zenith in L’amour Pourpre L’osmium. Finding blissful balance between raw and synthetic ingredients, Infiniment Coty Paris brings you its vegan formula with key notes of lavender, vanilla, patchouli, and- of course- their signature infusion: Ambréine S. A rich and indulgent scent, L’amour Pourpre L’osmium heralds from the Les Osmium collection. This sensual set is inspired by osmium (Earth’s densest metal) and amber, with each fragrance maximising concentration to achieve ‘molecular aura’ with a 30 hour lasting effect.
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2. Loewe Notched-Collar Zipped Leather Biker Jacket – £5200
Trying to stay warm and trendy this February? Loewe has just the thing. The 100% Italian leather Notched-Collar Zipped Leather Biker Jacket is effortlessly chic and admirably functional. Featuring multiple zipped pockets Loewe blends functionality with fashion: it’s all in the details. With a well-established reputation for producing quality artisan leather, Loewe’s Leather Biker Jacket is the ideal item for any occasion, season, or outfit.
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3. Alumier MD Lip Boost – £35
The perfect product for the winter months, Alumier MD Lip Boost boasts a triple threat treatment for dry and delicate lips. Volumising, smoothing, and replenishing, the Lip Boost is a peptide antioxidant solution to strengthen your moisture barrier and rejuvenate cracked lips to a fuller, prouder pout. As a medical-grade skincare
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4. Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 Scented Candle (300mg) – £115
Expelling a wonderfully woody scent, Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge scented candle is a transportive blend of floral and earthy tones. With the sweet scents of jasmine grandiflorum and saffron settling softly into a musky mix of cedar wood, almond, and finally wood and ambergris accord, Baccarat Rouge is like a warm hug from mother nature herself.
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5. Coco Mademoiselle Foaming Shower Gel (200ml) – £52
In keeping with the floral, earthy theme this week, Coco Chanel’s Mademoiselle Foaming Shower Gel wraps the body in a beautifully delicate blend of orange, rose, and patchouli. Drawing inspiration from avant-garde fashion pioneer Gabrielle Chanel herself, the Foaming Shower Gel represents feminine energy and innovative spark that Chanel has historically led by.
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6. Kilentar Layo Fringe Split Maxi Dress – £700
With a timeless whisper to the 1920s flapper era, Kilentar Layo flaunts frills and fringes galore with the Split Maxi Dress. Featuring luxury wool and heavy weight fabric, the high leg slit and sleeveless design allows for graceful and elegant movement (with a bit of a shimmy). Perfect for multiple occasions- from a sophisticated dinner right through to the dancefloor- Kilentar finds the perfect balance between innovation and tradition, threading elements of new age African design. Founded recently in 2019, Kilentar is paving the way for contemporary refinement by celebrating and enhancing cultural roots.