The Luxe List: Kai Body Lotion

I'm usually not a fan of scented body lotion. I feel like it competes too much with everything else I have happening -- body wash, perfume, even moisturizer. But in the case of Kai Body Lotion, I'm willing to make an exception.

Kai's signature scent -- a blend of gardenia wrapped in white exotics -- is light, sensual, feminine and intoxicating all wrapped into one. The scent can be found in all of Kai's products, but I find it especially pleasing in this lotion.

As an added bonus, the lotion sinks into skin immediately -- no greasy residue left behind! Perfect for rubbing into skin either in the morning or right before bed, post-shower -- or, in my case, both!

Add to that the fact that the packaging is so simple and yet so beautiful, and I'm sold for life.

Kai Body Lotion retails for $37 at barneys.com.