la mer holiday.

we all know la mer doesn't come cheap, but there is no better facial moisturizer than creme de la mer. plus, smoothing it on your face is the most luxurious (and divine smelling) feeling in the world. i know a lot of you are still looking for the perfect gift for your beautiful mothers, so here's their holiday offerings.

the essential collection includes creme de la mer (2 oz.), the lifting face serum, the eye concentrate, and a limited edition metal and white vanity tray, $615. this collection is the ultimate luxury. want one? limited quantities are available at neiman marcus and bergdorf's.

the connoisseur collection includes creme de la mer (2 oz.) and the eye concentrate in two green lacquered boxes, $380. this collection is also a fine luxury and may fit better with a smaller budget. limited quantities are available exclusively at sak's.