I've long admired the work of fashion designers Tom Ford, Christian Dior, and Giorgio Armani. And if you think about it, it makes sense that their creativity and impeccably high standards would translate perfectly to the world of beauty. Below, I've rounded up the top designer beauty brands and standout products that I think are worth buying. Even better, you can shop them all at Nordstrom.
Prada Beauty
Armani Beauty
Yves Saint Laurent
Tom Ford
Dior
More Designer Beauty Products I Love
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Emma is an associate beauty editor of branded content. She’s a passionate writer who loves all things beauty, wellness, and personal growth. Before pursuing writing, she worked in influencer marketing at Gallery Media Group, which owns digital brand PureWow. She lives in New York City, where you can usually find her running to a Pilates class or sipping on a green juice in the park.
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