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After reviewing New York Fashion Week runway shows, we decided to put together a slide show of the Fall 2015 fashion trends for you.
Hope you Enjoy it and get inspired by these Fall ready Scents and Sights.
PERFUME 101 – Concentration
The concentration of a fragrance refers to the concentration of aromatic compounds (pure perfume oils) in the solvent; in fine fragrances this it is typically ethanol or a mix of water and ethanol, as denoted on the list of ingredients/allergens on the box. For the most past this also determines the longevity (how long) the fragrance/perfume will last… Although general guidelines are presented about the ratio of aromatic compound percentage/concentrations, different perfume houses (companies) assign and adhere to different amounts of essences/oils to each of their perfumes. However the chart below is basically a rule in which the majority of Fragrances companies are following these days, details below:
Perfume Extract (Extrait): The highest level of concentration, typically sold only in the top-of-the-line fragrance families. Concentration levels are between 16% and 40% at the highest point, with 20% being the typical level of concentration.
Eau de Parfum : The next highest level of fragrance and perfume concentration. At this level, fragrance concentration is between 15% and 20% with 15% being typical. This level is also sometimes called Eau De Perfume or Millesime. For example, the house of CREED releases almost all of its scents in the Millesime strength/concentration. This is the strength level preferred by most upper class and rich households. The best brands typically release their fragrances at this concentration level.
Eau de Toilette: This is the strength of most fragrances you will find at department stores frequented by the middle class (think J.C. Penney, Macy’s, etc.). A typical Eau de Toilette may cost between $65 to $95, making it affordable, therefore more attainable.
Eau de Cologne: Typically, these are citrus type scents that work well in low concentrations because they have no base notes. An Eau de Cologne has somewhere between 2% and 5% fragrance oils, with 5% being common.
Splash and After Shave: Products sold as after shaves or splashes have very little fragrance and it will quickly dissipate because the concentration levels of aromatic compounds stand at only 1% to 3%.
by Max Forti
PALEO ALMOND FLOUR MUFFINS with WALNUT (GLUTEN FREE, DAIRY FREE)
This Muffin recipe is heavenly . It is hard to believe that it does not have any sugar or dairy. (always a good reason to eat more muffins 🙂 )You can add your favorite fruit to the mix ,it can be Banana (our favorite ) blueberries or dried fruits.If you are not on Paleo diet you can add Chocolate chips .
It is super easy to make and takes only 5 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to bake.
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A very important part of your persona and identity, niche perfumes communicate much more than your demeanor or clothes. As you speak, lounge or try to impress, these fragrances attract the attention of others, even before they get to know you. Good smells impact human sensory experiences, give off certain vibes, and evoke memories too. Because of this, desirable or otherwise, fashion brands are inextricably weaving fragrances into their brands, employing models that impress, and trying their best for luring in new customers. Acqua di Gio, Polo Sport, or Light Blue…. The list of niche fragrances is indeed endless.
Here, we round up some of the most coveted contemporary and centuries-old houses that are known for their customized, popular, as well as made-to-measure scents. So, if you are still hooked on to Axe, it’s time to move on dude!
Annick Goutal, a well-known name in French High Perfumery, boasts of experienced own in-house perfumers. This brand sticks to the highest metrics of authenticity and quality by making everything, from conceptualization of scents to packaging, in France (exclusively and on their own). The niche perfumes offered by this brand are the handiwork of expert craftsmen.
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Love, passion, beauty and desire: these 4 words are the key adjectives associated with EROS by Versace. The allusion to the Greek god of love EROS and the classic Medusa sculpture that has characterized the Versace brand since the beginning: Eros, god of love, able to make people fall in love with his bow and arrow… Versace Eros is a fragrance for the strong and confident man, passionate about the world around him, this scent will make everyone fall in love with you…
Top Note: Fresh mint, green apple & Amalfi lemons.
Heart Note: Tonka bean, geranium & Ambroxan.
Base Note: Madacascar Vanilla beans, Vetiver, Virginia Cedar, Atlas Cedar & Oakmoss.
(SOS) Snippet of the Scent:
Versace EROS for Men – Eros interprets the sublime masculine through a luminous aura with an intense, vibrant, and glowing combination of fresh mint leaves, Italian lemon zest, and green apple. An addictive sensuality accented by oriental, intriguing, and enveloping notes like tonka beans, ambroxan amber, geranium flower, and vanilla melds with a racy virility symbolized by woods—such as cedarwood from Atlas and Virginia—while vetiver and oak moss provide intensity and power to the composition.
The bottom line is simple. If you are looking for the biggest bang for you buck Versace Eros is the one to get, ladies love it and the price is quite nice for the quality of fragrance you’re getting.
This cologne lasts a long time, smells amazing and it’s just an all-around men’s cologne that is a must have!
This Style: Summed in 3 words!
Passionate, Sexy and Confident.
In 1988, Elizabeth Taylor gave her name to the first ever celebrity fragrance, thereby triggering off a spate of popular perfumes that money can buy. With more and more different perfumes making it to retail counters and online perfume stores, how in the world would you know which ones are worth your money and time? So, get started on some of the most popular fragrances that serve to be the right choice for many!
Arguably one of the most loved and iconic fragrances of the world! Launched in 1921, Chanel No. 5 was the privilege of select customers then, and hit women (and their men) from the very start. Packed with the goodness of jasmine and rose, Chanel No. 5’s formula has not seen much changes since it first appeared on the racks.
Continue reading “9 Most Popular Fragrances for Men & Women That You Must Try”
Have you been sifting through scores of celebrity perfumes to match your style? Seriously, there is no dearth of celebs giving their name to exotic fragrances, and every now and then. Celebrity inspired new perfumes are everywhere. Guess what? Even Snooki—the adorable TV star—has one to her credit!
Get ready to pamper your senses with these top 7 celebrity perfumes that will make you swoon. Which one will you choose? Let’s see……
The personal top pick for millions of women across the world, this is one of the most popular celebrity perfumes that you may like to buy as a gift for yourself, or others. Hmmm… it’s true that many wearers don’t really have a fascination for the lady herself, but then, they do end up swearing by this perfume. Hey, it’s so addictive that you really cannot resist wearing it too.Paris Hilton’s self-named smell boasts of notes of freesia, mimosa, apple, peach nectar, jasmine, ylang ylang, sandalwood, and oak moss. Ideal for summer and spring seasons, these notes surely make for the most perfect floral and fruity combination. A must try indeed!
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This amazing Oriental-Spicy offering from the house of Tiziana Terenzi is one of the best refined and complex Ambery-based fragrances in the market today!
Laudano nero by Tiziana Terenzi (Extrait de Parfum 2014):
Top Note: Wormwood, Cognac, rosemary, tobacco, myrtle and amber.
Heart Note: Red Rose, sandalwood, cedar, ash, slate, black locust honey & Iris.
Base Note: Musk, vetiver, oak, camphor, incense, vanilla, oud, labdanum and laurels.
(SOS) Snippet of the Scent:
Laudano Nero – An oriental spicy fragrance for men & women, intriguing, strong, opulent and sophisticated. A warm smoky sensual & mysterious scent for those daring and confident individuals. Suitable for evening-wear and colder seasons. A must have for the amber lover!
This astonishing Woody-Aquatic composition from Tiziana Terenzi is very compelling, easy to wear, great for all year round and as a signature scent, definitely unisex, grab the bottle, spray some on and wait for the compliments galore!
White Fire by Tiziana Terenzi Extrait de Parfum :
Top Note: Green leaves, Watery notes.
Heart Note: Fern, White amber & Chinese jasmine.
Base Note: Sandalwood, dark amber & Musk.
(SOS) Snippet of the Scent:
White Fire – opens with bergamot and a some crisp green notes that almost smells to me like I was smelling wax florals sprayed with a faux scent. Soon enough some jasmine comes in with some clean/fresh linen smelling musk. And there it sits, a clean, crisp and fresh musky scent! As the perfume wears, the warmer notes become dominant, creating a cozy glow on the skin that is hard not to notice, this one is a keeper.
Perfume manufacturers had found a new way of hitting users by just lining up some leading and popular celebrity and use their names on newly manufactured fragrances to market them. However, with changing times, people have become smarter and are shying away from such celebrity branded perfumes. This is inflicting pain to major fragrance manufacturing companies.
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