With its iconic architecture and gentile vibe, Savannah, Ga., might seem like an odd place for the rise of an “indie” men’s skin-care and lifestyle brand like Prospector Co. But this historic town, the backdrop for the novel and film “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil,” is one of the most innovative and cosmopolitan in the South.

“All-Purpose Dirt,” $32 at prospectorco.comPhoto: Handout

“Savannah is the kind of place that allows creative people to do creative things,” says Prospector founder Kyle Hinton. “The unique nature of this town acts as a kind of incubator for small companies like our own.”
Founded in 2010, Prospector offers a range of grooming, accessories and fragrance products for men — and now women. Initially, the company became a “cult” favorite of hirsute hipster types who swooned over Prospector’s unique shaving products — particularly its signature Burroughs Beard Oil. Woodsy and masculine, the Beard Oil emerged as an ideal splash-on for the type of image conscious crowd then emerging from Williamsburg and the Los Angeles enclave of Los Feliz.

“Burroughs Beard
Oil,” $18 at prospectorco.com

That’s also the exact kind of man increasingly found in Savannah itself thanks to the creative student body at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD). The thousands of young SCAD men coursing through Savannah, Hinton explains, has allowed Prospector to be more “edgy” with their product development, display and design — all evident in Prospector’s light-filled flagship on the city’s iconic fashion boulevard, West Broughton Street. After years of carefully cultivating their brand, Prospector is wellpositioned for national expansion.

“Gleaners Facial Scrub,” $24 at prospectorco.com

Prospector arrives in New York this month, at Barneys’ Madison Avenue flagship. Of course, Burroughs Beard Oil will be front and center — but so will additional key Prospector products, including its All-Purpose Dirt (a great cleanser), K.C. Atwood Aftershave Splash, Wormwood Absinthium Cream and a nice range of shaving brushes and accessories. Some items will also be available at select J.Crew outposts in time for holiday shopping.
With the brand still new to New York, it’s a bit early to see how Gotham guys will respond. But grooming insiders are cautiously confident Prospector can stand out among the sea of skincare competitors.
Men’s grooming journalist and expert Matt Bell has had the brand on his radar since its start. “Prospector has been a favorite among the in-the-know for a while now,” says Bell, who swears by the brand’s hand creams. Bringing Prospector to NYC, he adds, shows that “Barneys is trying to drop the metrosexual thing and associate with a modern, polished-but-rugged masculinity.”

As a jacked-up, buzz-cut cage fighter with sex scenes galore, you’d never recognize Nick Jonas from his celibate, scrawny boy-band days.
Truth is, Nick, the star of DirecTV’s brutal drama “Kingdom,” is still trying to grasp the potency of his new ripped bod himself.

“I have been trained very well by some excellent fighters, so if anything ever went down I’d be worried that I would use the training and then get in trouble,” admits a baby-faced Nick, who says he’s never been in a real-life fight before.
Lucky for the 22-year-old, his bodyguard is just outside.

And with the blink of an eye, the royals are gone. But before jetting out of NYC, Kate Middleton dazzled in a demure Jenny Packham gown. Elsewhere, J.Crew has tapped a 4-year-old to design an upcoming children’s collection.

- It looks like Kate Middleton saved her finest look for last. The Duchess of Cambridge made a grand entrance at the Metropolitan Museum of Art Tuesday night in a midnight blue Jenny Packham gown. What’s old is definitely new again, as the mom-to-be has recycled the ensemble twice!
- Remember mini me fashionista Mayhem? Of course you do — and so does Jenna Lyons, who has tapped the tot to design a kids collection for J.Crew.
- John Galliano is returning to the runway. The controversial designer will present his debut collection for Maison Martin Margiela in London on Jan. 12.
- SJP is making a splash in the Middle East. The “Sex and the City” star is taking her shoe line global, and has created an exclusive collection for her Dubai debut.
- Curious to taste test Zac Posen’s spiced holiday cookies? Now you can. Posen and six of his designer peers share their favorite recipes to try out this season. Happy eating!
- The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show isn’t all glitz and glam. Go behind the scenes of the annual event with blond bombshell and super-Angel Candice Swanepoel.

On Tuesday night, the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show took flight on angelic wings, with a bevy of 47 of the world’s most sought-out supermodels showing their assets at Earls Court in London.
But not every moment was so beautiful. In case you missed the telecast, read on for our recap of the show’s best and worst moments.

Best

Candice Swanepoel’s stunning opener

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Candice Swanepoel opened the show, gliding down the runway in angelic golden wings for the “Gilded Angels” segment. The 26-year-old first appeared with her back turned, then wowed the crowd as she revealed her marvelous figure.

The $2 million beauties

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Brazilian beauties Adriana Lima and Alessandra Ambrosio (both mothers of two) dazzled in $2 million Dream Angels Fantasy Bras made from rubies, diamonds, sapphires and 18-karat gold. It begged the question: Which looks better — the statuesque bodies or the jeweled bras?

Hozier hits a home run

Hozier hit it out of the park with his “Take Me to Church” performance during the “Fairy Tale” segment. Appropriate song title, considering the 24-year-old was placed so close to the Angels’ heavenly bodies.

Lily Aldridge is an ageless wonder

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Lily Aldridge opened the “Dream Girl” collection — but she still stopped to take a moment and high-five her girl Taylor Swift onstage. How is it that Aldridge, a 29-year-old mother, looks hotter than a 24-year-old?

Worst

Fashion faceoff: BFFs edition

Besties Karlie Kloss and Swift strutted down the catwalk hand in hand wearing similar lingerie looks, causing a major debate on who wore it better.

Ariana Grande’s gaffe ends up on the cutting room floor

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During her three-tune medley, Ariana Grande collided with model Elsa Hosk’s Angel wings — but the show’s producers, understandably, edited out the gaffe. It would have been great to see the ensuing disgruntled facial expressions.

The ponytail wears out its welcome

In other Grande news, why did she opt for an overdone ponytail versus the Victoria’s Secret signature bombshell windblown locks? That pack of extensions never had a chance — sorry, Ariana. Cute outfit, though.

Santa won’t be bringing you Angel wings this year

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Finally, why aren’t any of the highly coveted Angel wings available for purchase? Sadly, we ladies have to rely on our local cheesy neighborhood costume store for a substitute.

Leave it to Tom Ford to roll out the most unique item of the holiday season — a penis pendant. It is an alternative to the cozy LL Bean boots, which are currently sold out.
– Tom Ford is known for sending risqué items down the runway, but his latest accessory may be his most outrageous yet. Introducing the penis necklace, a $790 charm that proves size really doesn’t matter. [Styleite]
– We’re now in the throes of the holiday season — and for those brave enough to take on the department stores, Olivia Palermo has a few tips on how to make your trip to the mall both merry and bright. [InStyle]

– Speaking of holiday shopping, fashionistas may be waiting a long time to nab a $99 pair of LL Bean boots — they’re already sold out, and it’s only Dec. 11. [StyleCaster]
– Move over, Nicole, there’s a new Richie on the scene. Sofia Richie, 16, will soon join the ranks of Kendall Jenner and Gigi Hadid after signing with Select Model Management. [Grazia UK]
– Olivia Wilde holds plenty of titles — actress, model, mom — and now she can add one more. As H&M’s newly appointed ambassador for their Conscious Exclusive line, the brunette beauty will be the face of the fashion giant’s collection of environmentally sustainable pieces. [WWD]
– Ever dream of becoming a Victoria’s Secret Angel? Newbie Angel Taylor Hill dishes on the 10 unofficial rules for sprouting a pair of golden wings (we’re looking at you, Candice Swanepoel).

Outfit repeating is generally a fashion no-no, unless you’re Kate Middleton. Elsewhere, celebs such as Padma Lakshmi and Alyssa Milano have been making major statements on the red carpet — just not the most stylish kinds.

The best

Kate Middleton

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Leave it to Kate to save her most regal ensemble for last. The Duchess of Cambridge donned a twice-worn, midnight blue Jenny Packham gown to the Metropolitan Museum of Art on Tuesday. The epitome of elegance, Middleton added gorgeous teardrop earrings to complete the look.

Anna Kendrick

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Black and white combos can be a bit boring, but not when Kendrick’s rocking them. The brunette beauty wore a sleek Narciso Rodriguez piece to the NYC premiere of “Into the Woods” on Monday. To spice things up, the actress added a Kate Spade New York box clutch and Paige Novick jewels.

Taylor Swift

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Swift’s stunning style evolution continues. The “Blank Space” songstress hit the Jingle Bell Ball in London on Sunday in a vibrantly printed Sachin & Babi mini with strappy Charlotte Olympia sandals.

Olga Kurylenko

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Ooh la la, Olga! The Ukrainian-born beauty flaunted her fab figure in a sheer embellished Ralph & Russo Couture gown at the 11th Annual Dubai International Film Festival opening night gala on Wednesday.

Jessica Chastain

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There’s no doubt about it — Chastain knows how it to work it. The “Interstellar” beauty — and recent Golden Globe nominee — turned up the volume in a custom Giorgio Armani wrap dress at the NYC premiere of “A Most Violent Year” on Sunday. Chastain downplayed the bold look with dainty accessories.

Emma Roberts

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Bubble-gum pink and high fashion don’t always go hand-in-hand, but Roberts nailed it in this rose-colored Valentino mini at an event for the designer in NYC Wednesday. From the floral collar to the violet clutch, Roberts’ latest look was both playful and perfect.

The worst

Amy Adams

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It’s painful putting Adams on this list, but even the finest A-listers aren’t immune to fashion faux pas. The actress donned a little black Dolce & Gabbana dress to a special screening of “Big Eyes” in Los Angeles on Tuesday. Though the lace was a nice touch, without a vibrant accessory or a bold lip the entire ensemble fell flat.

Emily Blunt

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Not every cast member of “Into the Woods” hit a fashion home run this week. The British-born beauty sported a floral-embroidered Dolce & Gabbana number to the film’s NYC premiere. While the look is unique, it definitely feels more mariachi than marvelous.

Padma Lakshmi

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It’s a bit awkward seeing Lakshmi mix thigh-high boots and summery sheaths at a Valentino event in NYC on Wednesday. The “Top Chef” host made an impression on the carpet — unfortunately, it wasn’t a stylish one.

Miranda Kerr

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Nobody does airport chic quite like Miranda Kerr, but the former Victoria’s Secret Angel missed the mark during her latest travel adventure in Tokyo Tuesday. From her multiprint dress to her high-heeled Christian Louboutin boots, Miranda’s ensemble was too over-the-top for the airport.

Alyssa Milano

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Milano gets props for selecting a dark hue to match “Into the Woods,” but her Dolce & Gabbana dress was a total mess. The form-fitting sheath boasted a medieval flair and belongs in a fairy tale — not on the red carpet for a movie premiere.