5 Fragrances You'll Want In Your Life This Fall
Fragrance is a powerful tool that's more than just smelling nice. It's about setting a tone and creating ambiance in everyday life. Think of it as an accessory, like a shoe or a handbag.
For daytime, I like to wear one of my long-time faves, Jo Malone English Pear & Freesia. This sparkling scent has just launched in a limited edition fluted bottle for fall.
On the days when I want to wear a scent that'll get noticed, I'll wear Frederic Malle Synthetic Jungle. It's a luxurious, long-lasting perfume that leaves an impression - very green and dramatic, in the best way. Give it a try and you'll know what I mean.
To discover the entire list of must-try fragrances for fall, just keep reading.
THE SEXY & FEMININE PERFUME
MUGLER ALIEN GODDESS EAU DE PARFUM
Fragrance Family: Florals
Scent Type: Warm Florals
Key Notes: Bergamot Essence, Jasmine Grandiflorum, Bourbon Vanilla
Fragrance Description: “This warm floral women's scent pairs a divine base of vanilla perfume with jasmine from India overlaid by a burst of fresh Italian bergamot, creating a radiant floral bouquet of notes fit for a goddess.” - Sephora.com
THE LUXURIOUS, GREEN & LONG-LASTING PERFUME
FREDERIC MALLE SYNTHETIC JUNGLE BY ANNE FLIPO
Top Notes: Basil and Lily of The Valley
Middle Note: Jasmine
Base Note: Patchouli
Fragrance Description: “Flipo retained the opulent basil of the original composition, along with a recomposed bouquet of hyacinth, lily of the valley, natural jasmine, and Ylang Ylang oil. To modernize and sharpen, she then added synthetic black currant and styralyl acetate, effectively putting the bouquet through a glossy, sparkling filter. Flipo simplified the Chypre and leather notes, resulting in a cleaner, more streamlined accord. Finally, she added patchouli." - Frederic Malle
Synthetic Jungle is out now at Holt Renfrew locations across Canada.
THE INTOXICATING & DRAMATIC PERFUME
GIVENCHY L’INTERDIT ROUGE EAU DE PARFUM
Fragrance Family: Florals
Scent Type: Warm Florals
Key Notes: Sandalwood, Orange Blossom, and Tuberose
Fragrance Description: “Tuberose and jasmine are ignited with a fiery-red accord of pimento leaf, blood orange, and ginger, leaving the fragrance with a floral, spicy trail. Embrace the thrill with L’Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge, the sensual, incandescent perfume for women that unveils a white floral bouquet tinted in red.” - Sephora.com
THE PERFECT EVERY DAY PERFUME
JO MALONE EGLISH PEAR & FREESIA COLOGNE LIMITED EDITION BOTTLE
Fragrance Family: Floral
Scent Type: Fruity Floral
Key Notes: King William Pear, Freesia, and Patchouli
Fragrance Description: “Orchards awash with golden sunshine. The sensuous freshness of just-ripe pears wrapped in a bouquet of cool white freesias, their unmistakable blooms radiating innocence and a delicate touch– mellowed by amber, patchouli, and woods.” - Sephora.com
THE PERFECT EVERY DAY SCENT FOR MEN
ARMANI CODE FOR MEN EAU DE PARFUM
NOTES
Fragrance Family: Citrus
Top Notes: Mandarine, Lemon, Bergamot
Middle Note: Rosemary, Lavender
Base Note: Tonka Bean, Vanilla, Cedar, Musk
Fragrance Description: “Discover the new Armani Code Eau de Parfum for men: a sensual oriental woody fragrance that conjures the mood of an intense, yet effortless, seduction. Armani Code's signature Tonka bean has been torrefied to make the scent even more intense.” - Armani
Photographed by Nathalie & Geoff Martin.
Disclaimer: Frederic Malle fragrance c/o Holt Renfrew.
Armani, Jo Malone, Mugler, and Givenchy perfumes c/o the brand.
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This New Scent is Luxurious, Green & Long-Lasting
Frederic Malle's latest scent has just launched and it's absolutely breathtaking. Created by Anne Flipo, Synthetic Jungle is bright, lush, and mysterious with a retro vibe.
I like to think of it as a work of art captured in a bottle. A mid-century modern home with a luscious garden also comes to mind.
The top notes of Basil and Lily of The Valley are fresh and sophisticated. The middle note of jasmine is mysterious while the base note of patchouli is addictive.
Despite the florals in this scent Synthetic Jungle feels vibrant and green.
Almost unisex.
"Synthetic Jungle is a stylized landscape in technicolor greens. An ode to cult perfumes of the 1970s, Synthetic Jungle offers a modern vision of nature reimagined.
Flipo retained the opulent basil of the original composition, along with a recomposed bouquet of hyacinth, lily of the valley, natural jasmine, and Ylang Ylang oil.
To modernize and sharpen, she then added synthetic black currant and styralyl acetate, effectively putting the bouquet through a glossy, sparkling filter.
Flipo simplified the Chypre and leather notes, resulting in a cleaner, more streamlined accord. Finally, she added patchouli."
- Frederic Malle
SYNTHETIC JUNGLE BY ANNE FLIPO
EDITIONS DE PARFUMS, FREDERIC MALLE
TOP NOTES of Basil and Lily of The Valley
MIDDLE NOTE of Jasmine
BASE NOTE of Patchouli
Synthetic Jungle is out now at Holt Renfrew locations across Canada.
Photographed by Nathalie & Geoff Martin.
Disclaimer: Frederic Malle fragrance c/o Holt Renfrew.
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New Beauty To Get Excited About
Who doesn’t love testing out new beauty products and getting a little mood lifter from a new lipstick or shampoo?
From Givenchy's new lip plumping lip balms to Sebastian Professional's Dark Oil collection - there's a little something for everyone.
Keep reading to learn more.
Givenchy Rose Perfecto Lip Balm 24H Hydration, Sephora, $45
001 Pink Irresistible - transparent pink
102 Feel Nude - cool mauve nude
037 - Rouge Grainé - sheer iconic deep red
If you're a sucker for a tinted lip balm then you'll have to try Givenchy's latest lip plumping balms. The hydrating formula comes in nine shades from transparent coral to sheer red.
Givenchy Gentleman Eau de Toilette Intense, Sephora, $95 - $129
Warm and spicy with key notes of Bergamot, Blue Iris, and Cedar Wood. Perfect for wearing every day.
Givenchy Irrésistible Eau de Parfum, Sephora, $34 - $141
Fruity and floral with key notes of Pear, Rose, and Blond Wood. Givenchy Irrésistible is feminine and addictive.
Sebastian Dark Oil Collection, Ulta, $18 - $48
The Sebastian Professional Dark Oil care line is infused with a special blend of oils, including jojoba and argan oil and is ideal for all hair types.
Sebastian Dark Oil, Ulta, $48
Product Photography by Nathalie Martin
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JO MALONE'S New Marmalade Collection is Everything I Expected & More
From the charming ceramic bottle to the vintage-styled blue font, the Jo Malone Marmalade collection has to be one of my favourite fragrance releases this season.
The five limited-edition perfumes, Tangy Rhubarb, Rose Blush, Elderflower Cordial, Orange Peel, and Blackberry & Bay capture summer in a bottle. Think nostalgia and marmalade dreams. Everything and anything that makes summer pleasing.
Admittedly when I first heard of the collection I had questions. What does rhubarb smell like? How about elderflower?
In this post, I break down the main accords and fragrance notes to help you determine which scent is for you.
And in case you're wondering, my faves are Tangy Rhubarb, followed by Elderflower Cordial. I could wear those two scents every day and not grow tired of them. In actuality, the entire collection is incredible.
Main Accords: Citrus. Green. Fruity.
The unmistakable tang of rhubarb.
This cologne is tart but it comes across green. It also feels like it has a floral vibe thanks to the zesty orange and cedarwood.
Top note: Rhubarb. Tart and green, the crunchiness of rhubarb brings a striking and bold character.
Heart note: Orange. Bitter-fresh, it suffuses the fragrance with a zesty bite.
Base note: Cedarwood. Its woody, dry character imbues the base with charismatic intensity.
Main Accords: Fruity. Sweet. Floral.
A soft, powdery floral scent.
Elderflower is complemented by hawthorn, mixed with the tartness of summer thanks to the green gooseberry top note.
Top note: Gooseberry. Fruity and tart, the gooseberry accord opens the fragrance with a crisp, piquant edge.
Heart note: Elderflower. This soft, countryside floral accord characterises the fragrance with its enchanting delicacy.
Base note: Dried Fruits. A delicious syrup note that wraps the fragrance in a luxuriously rich texture.
Main Accords: Rose. Floral. Woody.
This scent is light and feels well-rounded thanks to the note of juicy lychee, vibrant basil, and base note of white musk.
Top note: Basil. The herbaceous warmth of basil, with a peppery edge, brings an unexpected twist to the fresh floral character of Rose.
Heart note: Rose. As the fragrance unfurls, this opulent floral infusion with pure petally, honey facets it wraps the scent with sumptuous naturality.
Base note: White Musk. Powdery and clean, it enhances the trail of the scent, adding a softness that endures.
Main Accords: Fruity. Sweet. Woody.
This unisex scent is tangy and green with blackberry cutting through in the most delightful way.
Top note: Blackberry. Releasing an instant burst of juiciness, natural blackcurrant buds add a fruity, slightly tart accent, while bucco tree essence suggests the lively, crunchy-green character of blackberry leaves.
Heart note: Bay Leaf. An accord based on the natural note of galbanum it brings vegetal brightness and a wonderful green quality to the fragrance.
Base note: Cedar. Its woody, dry character imbues the base with charismatic intensity.
Main Accords: Citrus. Woody.
This is a citrus aromatic scent for women and men - although it smells more masculine to me. It's fresh and vibrant, reminiscent of summer days by the ocean.
Top note: Orange Peel.
Heart note: Bitter Orange.
Base note: Cashmere Wood.
DISCLAIMER: JO MALONE Perfumes in this story were was provided as a PR samples. All opinions are my own.
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LOEWE PERFUME REVIEW
Spanish luxury house, Loewe, has completely won me over in the last couple of years.
From their handcrafted leather handbags to their beautifully constructed clothes, I just want to wrap myself in everything Loewe.
That dream is becoming more of a reality with the expansion of Loewe Perfumes.
With a variety of scents for men and women, Loewe has characterized the collection into seven fragrance families for women; Solo, Aire, Aura, Agua, 001, Paula's Ibiza, and Un Paseo Por Madrid (which translates into "A Walk Through Madrid"). And six fragrance families for men; Solo, Loewe 7, Pour Homme, Esencia, 001, and Agua.
In this post, we'll be reviewing four Loewe fragrances - 001 and Agua, for men and women.
Keep reading to learn more.
LOEWE 001 is a family of fragrances inspired by new beginnings and early morning light capturing the essence of the morning after a couple has spent the night together. 001 are fragrances to share and be worn together or alone.
Fresh and contemporary, LOEWE 001 Woman combines notes of musk, linen, and pink peony.
The top notes include bright and sparkling, fresh citrus with bergamot, and tangerine. The heart has Egyptian jasmine with a touch of clean linen accompanied by sandalwood to warm up the scent. The modern heart feels fresh, floral, and fruity, making this scent truly unique.
LOEWE 001 Woman is a gourmand scent. The perfume comes encapsulated by a clean, translucent glass block-shaped flask in a shade of pale yellow topped with a wooden cap.
Top Notes: Bergamot, Pink Pepper, Tangerine.
Heart Notes: Sandalwood, Egyptian Jasmine, Linen Chord.
Base Notes: Musk, Vanilla, Amber.
LOEWE 001 Man is a woody, spicy fragrance characterized by the elegance of lavender at the heart and the strength of musk at the base notes.
Still, 001 Man feels fresh and energetic due to the Sicilian lemon and lime, balanced by the softness of the orange flower and a hint of tonka bean making this one of my favourite Loewe scents.
LOEWE 001 Man combines notes of musk, sandalwood, and lavender. The scent comes encapsulated by a clean, translucent glass block-shaped flask topped with a wooden cap.
Top Notes: Sicilian Lemon, Lime, Orange Blossom.
Heart Notes: Red Pepper, Ceylan Cinnamon, Lavender.
Base Notes: Sandalwood, Musk, Tonka Bean.
Agua is a family of fragrances by Loewe inspired by water. (Agua means water in Spanish.)
Agua Ella (for Her) is a feminine and dynamic fragrance that combines notes of lemon, rose, and waterlily.
The top note of lemon comes through but it doesn't feel citrusy. It's rounded off by the heart notes of pineapple (which comes through subtly), complemented by green apple, and cassis which makes this scent feel sparkling and fresh.
Sandalwood and cedar are at the base. They ground Agua Ella, making it a chic and sophisticated fragrance that's easy to wear for both day and night.
While normally I'm drawn to warmer scents, Agua Ella has to be my personal favourites of the four Loewe scents featured in this post.
LOEWE Agua Ella comes encapsulated in a translucent glass flask in natural shade of pink topped with a wooden cap.
Top Notes: Kumquat, Italian Lemon, Italian Bergamot, Passion Fruit.
Heart Notes: Bourbon Pepper, Rose Petals, Water Lily.
Base Notes: Sandalwood from Mysore, Atlas Cedar, Musk.
LOEWE Agua Él (for Him) combines notes of grapefruit, green apple, and pineapple – an ingredient that lends a tropical touch, however, I find Él to be more refreshing and clean than tropical, which typically makes me think of summer scents such as coconut and hibiscus.
Él translates into Him in Spanish and yet this scent isn't overly masculine in the traditional sense. The beauty of Loewe scents is that they can be worn together and layered regardless of gender.
LOEWE Agua Él comes encapsulated in a translucent glass flask in a cool shade of blue topped with a wooden cap.
Top Notes: Japanese Yuzu, Italian Bergamot, Tangerine, Pink Grapefruit.
Heart Notes: Pineapple from Brazil, Spring Water, Green Apple, Cassis.
Base Notes: Sandalwood from Mysore, Atlas Cedar, Olm Oak Moss, Musk.
Now that I’ve had the change to experience some of Loewe’s perfumes for myself, I can say with full honesty that I’m dying to get my hands on their home fragrances and candles next.
LOEWE perfumes can be found at selected Holt Renfrew and holtrenfrew.com starting at $110-$205.
DISCLAIMER: LOEWE Perfumes in this story were was provided as a PR samples. All opinions are my own.
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MARGEILA'S NEW BUBBLE BATH SCENT IS LIKE A VACATION IN A BOTTLE
Maison Margiela’s latest REPLICA scent, Bubble Bath, is out and it’s exactly what we need right now.
Warm and comforting, this scent is reminiscent of Beverly Hills according to the label on the bottle.
Personally, it reminds me of checking into a hotel in West Hollywood and hanging out at the pool. Ordering room service late at night, fries of course, with a side of olives. Watching the LA sun come up at 6 am because I'm still on east coast time.
Bubble Bath takes me back to pre-covid times when I had first launched WoahStyle and when the entire world seemed like it was at my disposal.
Those were magical times.
Smelling Bubble Bath for the first time was unexpected but so good.
Did I smell subtle notes of coconut and musk?
I logged onto the Sephora app and confirmed the notes: Soap Bubble Accord, Rose Superessence, White Musk, and Coconut Milk Accord.
Like all of Margiela's REPLICA scents, this one is unique, with the notes blending into perfect harmony.
Not one note stands out more than the other. The coconut is subtle yet present, as is the floral, and white musk.
It's oddly addictive and I've been reaching for it multiple times a day just to catch another whiff.
Yes, it's that good.
Bubble Bath is a unisex scent and is available as a Sephora exclusive.
DISCLAIMER: Maison Margeila Bubble Bath was provided as a PR sample. All opinions are my own.
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Beauty Edit: Skincare Over 40 feat. Re-Nutriv
With my 40th birthday looming just around the corner, I've been stepping up my skincare game and incorporating more serums, facial massages, and liquid exfoliators into my daily routine.
While the idea of getting fillers and botox is tempting, I'm not quite there yet, and honestly, I don't know if it's for me. (Talk to me again in a couple of years and we'll see how I feel then.)
Anyway, this skincare enthusiast is always looking to try something new and do whatever I can to step up my skincare routine, including testing out the latest lotions, and potions, but I guess that's nothing new.
Just recently I began using a few items from the Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv collection.
The line is specifically made to target aging skin and areas of concern such as dull skin, lifting, firming, dryness, and dehydration.
It's suitable for normal to combination skin, is dermatologist tested, and won't clog pores.
A bit of background on the collection, Re-Nutriv's luxury formula contains Himalayan Gentian, a flower that thrives in the bitter cold of the world’s highest mountains. It's harvested by hand, before carefully extracting its regenerative energies.
On the skin, the Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Regenerating Youth Eye Creme smoothes over eyes with a silky texture that reminds me of La Mer's Eye Concentrate, a favorite of mine.
The Ultimate Lift Regenerating Youth Creme applies to the face with the same silky texture that absorbs into the skin quickly.
The Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Regenerating Youth Treatment Lotion feels like a fine toner that's patted into the skin before serum or moisturizer. It leaves skin hydrated and soft.
And finally, the Re-Nutriv Hydrating Foam Cleanser has a gentle lather that softly scented and leaves skin feeling soft.
My skin has been looking better these days. Whether it's courtesy of Estée Lauder, that extra bit of sleep I've been getting, or all of those facial massages, who knows. The skincare line is damn good so let's just chalk it up to that.
At the end of the day what I do know is this, taking care of your skin by moisturizing, drinking lots of water, staying out of the sun, and wearing SPF is the best thing you could do for yourself long term, and it's never too late to start.
Estée Lauder skincare in this post is a PR sample. All opinions are my own.
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Gift Guide for the Candle Obsessed
Each holiday season I look forward to festive scented candles from Nest New York, Diptyque, Jo Malone, and yes, even Bath & Body Works. (Cheap and cheerful for the win, am I right?)
I love gifting candles and I love receiving them as gifts. When you're this obsessed with bougie candles, it's the sort of gift that never gets old.
In this post, you'll find some exquisite holiday home fragrances that will wow the candle enthusiast in your life.
And just in case you want to gift a non-holiday scent, I've also included some stunning scents from Tom Ford, YSL, Jo Malone, and Maison Margiela REPLICA that can be enjoyed all year round.
Happy gift-giving! Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday season!
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Holiday Candles by Nest New York, $23 - $184 CAD
Nest New York makes some of my favorite candles and each year I look forward to their limited edition holiday scents. The scent, appropriately named Holiday, is a blend of pomegranate, mandarin orange, pine, and cinnamon alongside a hint of vanilla and amber and comes in a beautiful limited edition vessel. Affordable and high quality, Nest makes candles in a variety of sizes as well as diffusers. The Birchwood Pine scent is an earthy woody scent with notes of White Pine, Fir Balsam, Rich Musk, and Amber and is sure to get your home into the festive spirit.
City Edition Candles by Jo Malone, $94 CAD
It’s a given that anyone who collects bougie candles does so because of; a) the scent and b) the packaging so when Jo Malone launches a limited edition illustrated collection, you can bet it’s game over. This Holt Renfrew exclusive is part of JM’s City Editions collection and features a hand-sketched illustration inspired by London. Trust me when say that I’m tempted to put these on my wish list.
Set of 3 Holiday Mini Candles by Diptyque, $162 CAD
Each year Diptique releases a trio of limited edition holiday scents. This year the French fragrance brand has teamed up with artist Ugo Gattoni to create the illustrated gift box. The limited-edition scents include Moonlit Fir Scented Candle (aromatic woody), Floral Majesty Scented Candle (spicy rose), and Amber Feather Scented Candle (warm amber accord).
Tradition des 13 Desserts Candle by L’Occitane, $59 CAD
With notes of Sweet Orange, Thyme, Cassia, Cinnamon, Patchouli, and Whisky Accord - L'Occitane's cozy new scent Tradition des 13 Desserts is all about warmth and the holiday spirit of generosity. Available in both a candle and room spray, this is the sort of scent you'll want to gift someone, but you'll also want to buy one for yourself too.
Caban Luxury Candle by YSL Beauty, $75 CAD
The latest from YSL Beauty caught me by surprise and is something I'm extremely excited about, to say the least. Available in three signature scents, Tuxedo, Caban and Saharienne, the luxury candles are inspired by the Yves Saint Laurent lifestyle and spirit.
Fucking Fabulous Candle by Tom Ford, $158 CAD
Warm & Spicy this Tom Ford scent has notes of Bitter Almond Oil, Leather Accord, Orris Accord.
Wild Berry & Bramble Candle by Jo Malone, $160 CAD
This beautiful collection from Jo Malone comes in a textured bisque ceramic jar that's so stunning that it feels like a piece of home decor. The scent encapsulates a sunny pathway, the fragrant tapestry of thorny shrubs, brimming with red berries - perfect for gifting that special person you want to impress.
REPLICA Beach Walk Candle Gift Set by Maison Margiela, $95 CAD
This fresh floral scent from the Margiela REPLICA collection comes with a bonus travel-sized fragrance that's perfect for touch-ups. With notes of Bergamot, Heliotrope, and Coconut Milk, this scent captures salty air and warm, sunkissed skin and evokes the memory of endless summer days.
BOIS D'ENCENS LUXURY CANDLE by Armani Beauty, $135 CAD
Armani Privé outdoes themselves with a luxury candle collection that's pure and refined. Each scented candle is poured into an elegantly sculpted glass holder that embodies the Armani Privé brand.
Bois D'Encens is a luxurious woody scent with spicy notes of ginger and Peruvian pepper accentuates the precious Somali frankincense. Its powerful sensuality fuses with ambery woods and cedar.