It took six months to turn the former men’s department on the lower level of Holt Renfrew Vancouver into this swanky beauty hall. The new space is 16,000 sq. ft. – twice the size of the old one – and has 29 counters from brands like Charlotte Tilbury, Chantecaille, Sulwhasoo and Darphin. There are also products from an additional 23 labels, such as our all-time favourite mask maker, Nannette de Gaspé.
Nine luxurious private “cabines”provide facials and skincare treatments, and the skylight gives heaps of natural light – all-important when you’re choosing makeup colours. Highlights include the beautiful Christian Louboutin counter and the Jo Malone “doll’s house”, a replica of the brand’s London headquarters. And then there’s the Cle de Peau Synactif facial. We tried it years ago and got more compliments than on our wedding day.
And what’s going into the newly vacant ground floor? The old beauty hall will be renovated to expand the luxury leather goods department.
