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I love Agent Provocateur. In fact if I won the lotto it would be my first stop. There is nothing like luxury lingerie to make a girl feel like a million dollars. But since their items cost a small fortune I have been getting my Provocateur fix via their fragrance range. They just launched a new one – Petale Noir Eau de Parfum. Read more…
I should probably admit that whilst I have admired Ghost fragrances in the past this is actually the first one that has made it into my collection. Their scents are usually sophisticated and demure, which isn’t always what I go for in a fragrance. This one however Read more…
I’ve said this a few times but what’s one more eh?! I’m a hige fan of Shu Uemura. I have only recently begun to explore their hair care products, which so far I have been very impressed with. This week I have been trying their new nourishing hair fragrance - Essence Absolue Nourishing Fragrance Oil with Pearls. Read more…
I love Summer fragrances. As soon as I see sunshine I raid my perfume collection and remove all the Wintery scents – I’ll get excited about taking those down again come Autumn. I have mentioned before that perfumes have always been an indulgence of mine. I used to save my pocket money as young tween and buy Davidoff Cool Water :)
This is the time of year for fragrance releases. One that has landed in my collection is Guess Seductive Sunkissed.
This fragrance is in short is floral and fruity with a sweet, powder, woody base. It’s definitely one for Summer and more a daytime fragrance. Although the powdery, woody base could take it nicely into evening.
Although it smells sweet and fresh it does have a lot of warmth to it. The staying power is quite good – I got most of the day out of it yesterday, although it did fade.
This is definitely one for Britney Spears fragrance fans! It reminds me a little of Britney Believe. It might be too sweet for some noses if you are looking for something clean, citrus based aquatic, steer clear.
All in all, I like!
Elle 2012 Limited Edition fragrance hits the shelves this morning!
Sensual and refreshing, the fragrance of elle 2012 Limited Edition opens on a transparent veil of peony, heightened by sparkling notes of grapefruit before allowing sambac jasmine to invade the heart, impelled by the spicy savour of pink pepper berries. At the twilight of scents, the vibrant presence of vetiver and the warmth of benzoin blended with amber become irresistibly addictive.
I’m a fan of the original Elle fragrance so I was delighted to have the opportunity to try the 2012 Limited Edition version. I have the most unsophisticated nose on the planet. I would do an evening course on fragrance appreciation if such a thing existed in Ireland! I operate on two levels… it smells pretty …. it smells ick. Very articulate.
I’m going all out today - this perfume smells absolutely beautiful! It’s light and floral (in the youthful sense) thanks to the peony and grapefruit but with a peppery undercurrent. If amber features in a fragrance, I’m in. It gives a lovely warmth to the delicate top notes.
It is an eau de toilette but I find it lasts quite well on my skin. As far as when to wear this one, I feel that it’s suitable for day or night wear – it’s light enough for the daytime but warm and sensuous enough for night.
It costs €45.00 for 90ml at YSL counters and fragrance outlets.
Perfume addicts, noses at the ready! Let me know what you think once you have a smell!
Amy x
Oh my God!
Yes, I just started a blog post with those three words. I have not been this excited about a fragrance since I first smelled Stella waft from a girl who worked in Korky’s shoe shop all those years ago! I was handed a fragrance card spritzed with Vera Wang Princess Night in Arnotts yesterday. I cannot stop smelling it! I should point out that I have been handed quite a few fragrance cards over the years and I rarely like the scent – the worst was in Macy’s when a lady handed me Magnifique, I put my fingers on it and couldn’t wash off the stink. Ick.
Ok, a lot of waffle today. Apparently I talk rubbish when I’m excited… or so I have been told :)
Be prepared. Those three words are about to be used again… Oh my God look at the beautiful tackiness of the bottle.
Image from Frantica.com
This was born for my dresser. Even looking at the image lifts my heart. Ridiculous.
The nocturnal edition of Princess perfume came on the market this January. Princess Night is described as a blend of exotic flowers, fruits and woody tones.
“The top oozes with wild berries, watermelon and raspberry. The composition’s core is formed of jasmine petals, spiced orange blossom and a touch of passionate rose, while the intensively sweet base features crushed sugar, vanilla and musk”. Frantica.com
My sister is a fan of the original Princess, it suits her perfectly but didn’t quite feel grown up enough for the likes of me. This one is the perfect balance – it’s still sweet but also has a depth to it.
It comes in three sizes 30, 50 and 100 ml Eau de Toilette and costs between €42 to €75 here in Ireland.
Must have. Nuff said.
Thoughts?
I have been wearing Garden of Eva from Benefit’s Crescent Row collection for the past few weeks. This is my first experience with a Benefit fragrance (any fragrance recommendations welcome!)
Garden of Eva is described as a crisp citrus floral with notes of pear, watermelon, ozone accord, muguet, rose, jasmine, violet leaves, freesia, sandalwood, musk and cedar. It’s basically a fresh, clean and pretty scent. It’s a perfect fragrance for spring. It’s quite soft so in my opinion it’s more suitable for day time wear.
When I read the description of the notes in the fragrance I was expecting something exotically floral. It’s not that sort of perfume at all. It’s much cleaner and rather innocent. It is perfectly named.
As with all Benefit products the packaging is also a winner…
Each fragrance from the Crescent Row collection comes in a cute little box making them idal to collect – although I will try to resist :)
Even the gift box was adorable!
It costs €44 for a 3oml bottle which is what I would expect considering it’s a Benefit product. The fragrance itself mellows within a few minutes and wears quite well on my skin.
I think that this will be my go-to Spring fragrance.
Have you tried any Benefit fragrances? Any recommendations?
I have a little bit of fondness for perfume as you know. I usually haul a few bottles on holiday with me but with strict baggage weight regulations I was delighted to hear about Flo Refillable Perfume Atomizers (I will do anything to ensure that I don’t have to give a cent more to Ryan Air!).
They are also available in black of silver. I’m a pink, so this one suits me down to the ground. It also affected my choice of perfume – I filled it with Nina Ricci. Match made in heaven.
The atomiser is very easy to use. There is zero mess whilst extracting the perfume – much to my surprise. It also fits all perfume tops.
It’s cute and sleek. My clutch bags will no longer be abandoned! This is so tiny it will fit snuggle into the minutest of mála’s. It’s also is a great way of avoiding excess baggage charges. I need to pick up a few more for my other Winter fragrances (video coming). It would actually make a good stocking filler, man or woman – note to self!
You can pick up a FLO Atomizer from Andy&Dave.ie . They’re quite cheap at €12. I need more. Would one for each fragrance be excessive? :) Eh, yes.
On the 30th anniversary of White Musk, The Body Shop launched White Musk Libertine. It is a more floral, mature take on the original.
I would describe it as floral and feminine musk. It’s quite powdery and much more sophisticated than any Body Shop fragrance I’ve tested. For those of you with a sharper nose, and better descriptive skills, White Musk Libertine was developed by perfumer Vincent Schäller; notes include Turkish delight, Chantilly cream, orchid and signature musk. It doesn’t remind of the original at all. Which is probably a good thing – I don’t need any reminders of my teenage years.
Although it’s soft enough to be worn during the day, I would feel more comfortable wearing this one at night – I always feel that way about powdery fragrances.
I have the eau de toilette version which is softer but as you would expect, it doesn’t last an eternity. That’s normal. All in all, it’s a lovely soft, chic scent. Much more grown up that the original White Musk!
This one if for you perfume addicts!
Lancôme’s Trio of O’s, three light, fresh fragrances that transport you to the sunshine and warmth of the French Riviera.
Ô DE LANCÔME
Ô de Lancôme has been around since 1969. It’s described as light and crisp, sexy and spirited and a thousand drops of freshness in a bottle. To my unsophisticated nose this is a predominantly citrus scent with floral notes and a hint of sandalwood. This one is a little too traditional and mature for me.
Top Notes: Bergamot, Lemon, Mandarin
Heart Notes: Basil, Rosemary, Coriander, Jasmine, Honeysuckle
Base Notes: Oakmoss, Vetiver, Patchouli
Ô D’AZUR
O d’Azur is a floral, Summer scent reminiscent of the Mediterranean. Its rose centre pays homage to Lancôme’s heritage whilst Ô de Lancôme’s inimitable citrus notes are revived with Calabrian Lemon Essence.
Top Notes: Calabrian Lemon Essence, Lychee, Galbanum, Bergamot
Heart Notes: Turkish Damask Rose, Peony, Ecuadorian Pink Pepper
Base Notes: Woody musk
Ô DE L’ORANGERIE
This is the latest Ô fragrance. It’s described as a light zesty orange blossom fragrance rounded off by the softness of jasmine petals with vibrant woody accents which heightens the senses. Fresh and velvety, yet intense and delicate, the orange blossom emerges mysteriously.
Top Notes: Orange Zest, Orange Blossom Essential Oil
Heart Notes: Orange Blossom Absolu, Jasmine
Base Notes: Cedar, Benzoin
Each bottle costs €35.00 for 75ml.
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