Right on!  my fragrance mood is FRESH which means I have “a fresh personality always young at heart. 

BBW fragrances have a new look and formula.  There are 20 different fragrances divided into 4 categories.  The cuddlers, the freshes, the romantics and the sexys.  The widget will help you whittle down the choices.

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Right on!  my fragrance mood is FRESH which means I have “a fresh personality always young at heart. 

BBW fragrances have a new look and formula.  There are 20 different fragrances divided into 4 categories.  The cuddlers, the freshes, the romantics and the sexys.  The widget will help you whittle down the choices.

All you have to do is drag 6 little icons that mean something to you in your bottle and out comes a fragrance suggestion.  Bath & Body Works has made it super simple to embed the code in any website or social profile you choose so go ahead and try it.

To shop, or find out more about specific products, go to Bath & Body Works.  To try the BBW widget, click above.

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Signature Fragrance Collection @ Bath & Body Works

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A joint project for actress Audrey Tautou and Jean-Pierre Jeunet, Train de Nuit is set on the Orient Express - time unspecified but obviously some time after 1921 (the year Chanel No. [...]]]>

Train de Nuit, the much anticipated filmvertisement by the House of Chanel is now available for your viewing pleasure at  http://www.chaneln5.com/ 

 

A joint project for actress Audrey Tautou and Jean-Pierre Jeunet, Train de Nuit is set on the Orient Express - time unspecified but obviously some time after 1921 (the year Chanel No. 5 was created.)  The imagery is dark and luxurious, cramped and steamy but in a very refined way.  It’s quite clear that the main guy is not after some hot chick for a minute, he’s looking for love and that Chanel No. 5 scent has sealed the deal. 

Train de Nuit has brought the average woman (if you will consider the young, gorgeous, private sleeper car Tautou such) into the fantasy of wearing Chanel’s No. 5.  This was a critical element missing for me in 2004’s Chanel No 5 film starring Nicole Kidman.

Chanel No. 5 is legendary, there is no other fragrance so well known throughout the world yet so mysterious.   Be it on a celeb or the average miss there’s something special about wearing a scent that’s been through so much.  Myths and legends about the perfume are plentiful, probably some true and others false but one thing is for sure, this short film should have a sequel…

Chanel No 5 site  All Aboard!  Enjoy all the extras, behind the scenes, interviews and more.

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Chanel’s Train de Nuit

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Meet Diesel’s New Fragrance…  The bottle reminds me of the figa generally considered a symbol of good luck, prosperity and protection to Brazilians.  There are all different kinds for sale on eBay, check it out!  Now back to the topic of the fragrance!  it’s called:

described as a scent with top notes of Lemon Blossom, [...]]]>

Meet Diesel’s New Fragrance…  The bottle reminds me of the figa generally considered a symbol of good luck, prosperity and protection to Brazilians.  There are all different kinds for sale on eBay, check it out!  Now back to the topic of the fragrance!  it’s called:

Only the Brave

described as a scent with top notes of Lemon Blossom, Mandarin and Coriander Leaves; a heart of Labdanum, Black Rose and Lavender; and a dry down of Amber, Tolu Wood and Ebony Wood. 

This is the scent to display on the ‘his’ side of the vanity… a fist that tells several stories:

• facing forward, the fist evokes power and energy
• upright, it stands for self-affirmation
• raised, it signifies victory, success and engagement

Is it too early to think of Father’s Day? Visit Diesel to find out more about their new fragrance.
 

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Diesel Corners Brave Market

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Can you believe it’s been 10 years since the original Ralph Lauren Romance perfume was released?!  To celebrate, Always Yours is now available.  The perfect scent while you’re thinking of spring but it’s still snowing.  The scent is available as an Elixir de Parfum ($60-$75) and an extra special Limited Edition Parfum ($225).

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Can you believe it’s been 10 years since the original Ralph Lauren Romance perfume was released?!  To celebrate, Always Yours is now available.  The perfect scent while you’re thinking of spring but it’s still snowing.  The scent is available as an Elixir de Parfum ($60-$75) and an extra special Limited Edition Parfum ($225).

The Limited Edition Parfum features a hand-crafted glass faceted dauber that may you remind you of the traditional tenth anniversary gift — diamonds.  Isn’t it heartbreaking when you love a product and never find it again? You won’t have to worry about that with Always Yours… the Elixir will become a permanent part of the Ralph Lauren scent collection.

Romance Always Yours is a Sensual Floral Chypre with top notes of Sun Goddess Rose, Yellow Freesia & Ginger; mid notes of Lotus Flower, White Violet & Fresh Daylily; and base notes of Patchouli Concentrate, Creamy Sensual Musk & Oak Moss. 

Visit Always Yours to learn more about the fragrance and upload photos to create a romantic slide show with V Mail.  I really need to take more pictures!!

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Ralph Lauren is Always Yours

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With Valentine’s Day coming up, there’s no better time [...]]]> Emeshel, founded in 2004, is known the world over for the design and creation of one of the world’s premium and most expensive collections in crystal and glass art.  Emeshel is making a big impression in the U.S. with a new design and showroom in one of my favorite cities, Miami. 

With Valentine’s Day coming up, there’s no better time for an innocent field trip to Emeshel to visit the exclusive collection of jewelry and accessories.  While you’re there, take a whiff of one of Emeshel’s five new fine fragrances.  Each is color coded in a 3.4 oz, gorgeously designed jeweled bottle.  The bottle represents the human sexual organ (vahjayjay?) but there’s nothing obscene and you’d have to know that. 

The bottle makes a very good impresssion with its weight and style but what really counts is the scent.  I’ve been wearing Nubia Yellow and love it!  No surprise to regular readers as I love citrus scents.  The twist of bergamot and sweet orange put this one over the top and have Nubia in the best perfume placement in my household for fast and easy access. It lasted on me about 3 hours which is really good and the more I sniffed for the scent the more I wanted another spritz so I’ve been indulging myself (and those around me) with it.  Here are all five fragrances…

• Nubia Yellow brings together the scents of refreshing lemon juice, fresh citrus and limes with a fragrance combining oil of bergamot with sweet orange from Brazil.
• Nubia Red evokes the delicate aroma of a sensual Odalisque, with hints of tangerine, vanilla, blackcurrant and musk.
• Nubia Green portrays the bouquet of a newly mowed lawn, green leaves and an intensely crisp lemon combined with refreshing dew.
• Nubia Rose implies freshly brewed ice tea, oil of bergamot, grapefruit and orange — combining the aromatic fragrances of a modern-day metropolis with a metallic elegance.
• Nubia Violet brings the fresh, waggish notes of the fruit-bearing harvest, complete with ripe grapes, sun-kissed blackberries, mulberries and hints of green apple, peach and sea breeze.

So where’d the name come from? Emeshel named the line NUBIA to pay homage to the Egyptian kings who first introduced fragrances during ancient burial rituals circa 3500 B.C.  From the press release:

…named after the ancient state of northeast Arabia once occupied by the Egyptian kings. Also part of the newly launched Emeshel Beauty line is the company’s first cologne for men, RAJUL, named after the ancient Arabic word for “Man.”

The Emeshel gallery is located at 3930 NE 2nd Avenue in Miami’s Design District.  This is surely the most exciting fragrance launch in a long time and  there’s a skincare line set to launch in 2009! 

For the ultimate online sexy surveys be sure to visit I AM Nubia to know what type of seductive woman you are.  Send your loved one to Do You Measure Up to find out if he’s truly a world-class lover.

Emeshel’s NUBIA has been developed in collaboration with one of Europe’s finest award-winning perfumers, Zsolt Zolyomi is one of the few artists in perfumery to earn a certificate from the world-renowned School for Luxury Cosmetics Development in Versailles, France, founded by Jean-Paul Guerlain. Zolyomi graduated from the school’s international division and is currently considered one of the world’s leading creators of “haute couture” perfume today.

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Emeshel’s Nubia Fragrance

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You know it has to be something special for me to feature a men’s item!  Ralph Lauren’s Modern Reserve is decked out for the holidays in a limited edition NUMBERED case.  There are only 3500 available, sale price $200 for 8 ounces.  Created by Carlos Benaim who created the first Polo fragrance.  The regular 4 [...]]]>

You know it has to be something special for me to feature a men’s item!  Ralph Lauren’s Modern Reserve is decked out for the holidays in a limited edition NUMBERED case.  There are only 3500 available, sale price $200 for 8 ounces.  Created by Carlos Benaim who created the first Polo fragrance.  The regular 4 ounce version is $62.

• Fresh Top Notes: Cardamom CO2, Fresh-Cut Basil, Pimento Berry
• Noble Mid Notes: Vetyver-Leather, Liquid Jasmine, Precious Myrrh Incense
• Rugged Base Notes: Humidor Wood, Patchouli, Sueded Leather

From the Press Release

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Ralph Lauren’s Modern Reserve for Men

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Jessica Simpson’s FANCY fragrance

Melinda Messenger’s DELIGHTFUL fragrance

Paris Hilton’s FAIRY [...]]]> I haven’t dabbled much into the celeb fragrances so I’m wondering, what makes people buy a celeb fragrance? is there a connection to the celebrity or is there a genuine attraction to the scent?  I’m thinking if a celeb 

Jessica Simpson’s FANCY fragrance

Melinda Messenger’s DELIGHTFUL fragrance

Paris Hilton’s FAIRY DUST fragrance

Christina Aguilera’s INSPIRE fragrance

Loving those names right?  can’t wait to see what 2009 brings

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the smell of celebrities

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Emilio Pucci fans gather around, I cannot wait another moment!  Vivara is back in my life!

This time with an instantly collectible bottle! Vivara is celebrating the one year anniversary of re-release with a limited edition silver skin. 

The silver is a lovely grey version of Pucci’s iconic day dresses. You can’t tell from the picture but there IS [...]]]>

Emilio Pucci fans gather around, I cannot wait another moment!  Vivara is back in my life!

This time with an instantly collectible bottle! Vivara is celebrating the one year anniversary of re-release with a limited edition silver skin. 

The silver is a lovely grey version of Pucci’s iconic day dresses. You can’t tell from the picture but there IS a pretty little sig on the top. 

For fragrance seekers, the scent is an AMAZING long-wearing mix.  Loving the Narcissus flower and Iris notes but I know some of you out there want ALL the details! 

• Top notes: Galbanum, Bergamot from Italy, Amaretto accord
• Heart notes: Sambac jasmine, Orange flower, Narcissus flower
• Base notes: Iris, Vetiver, Indonesian Patchouli

Put Pucci at the top of your gift giving list this year, perfect for swirly print admirers or lovers of fine fragrance.   Buy Vivara @ Sephora

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Gift Idea: Emilio Pucci Vivara Silver Edition EDP

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28 year old model and actress, Kelly Brook has just launched a new fragrance! “Vivacious” is the name and it launched @ Boots in London.  Although I am thoroughly tempted to try this latest celeb scent, I must admit I haven’t seen one of Kelly’s movies!  Netflix here I come.

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Vivacious Kelly Brook [...]]]>

28 year old model and actress, Kelly Brook has just launched a new fragrance! “Vivacious” is the name and it launched @ Boots in London.  Although I am thoroughly tempted to try this latest celeb scent, I must admit I haven’t seen one of Kelly’s movies!  Netflix here I come.

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Vivacious Kelly Brook Fragrance Launch

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Details anyone? the scent characteristics:   * Top notes are Wet Grass and Muguet Petals combined with a Peppery Sweet [...]]]> Hello new collection!  this time of year is ripe with stunning gift sets and new product pickings.  Case in point, Kiehl’s new scent, Forest Rain…  A fresh blend of Muguet, Vetiver, Citrus and Cedar Wood housed in a gorgeous green glass bottle. 

Details anyone? the scent characteristics:
 
* Top notes are Wet Grass and Muguet Petals combined with a Peppery Sweet Citrus and Earthy Guaic Leaves.
 * Middle notes include Damp Moss with Jasmine and other White Flowers.
 * Dry Down has the essence of Deep Sunbleached Hay, Cedarwood and Vetiver, and a Soft Musk

Available @ www.kiehls.com or in their luscious shops.

Kiehl’s Forest Rain Collection includes:

Forest Rain Eau de Toilette:  1.7 oz Spray. $38.50
Forest Rain Bath and Shower Liquid Body Cleanser: 8.4 oz. $15.50
Forest Rain Hand and Body Lotion:  8.4 oz.  $19.50

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layer on the scent with Kiehl’s Forest Rain

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