LA RIVE is one of the leading perfume producers in Poland. They produce high-quality fragrances with a great price. Here we are exploring notes and feels of the perfumes that we carry from this line.
La Rive Women’s Fragrances
Inspired by Paco Rabanne Lady Million
TOP NOTES: raspberry, lemon, neroli
HEART NOTES: gardenia, jasmine, orange blossom
BASE NOTES: amber, patchouli, white honey
Inspired by Chloe
Inspired by MEXX
Fleur De Femme
TOP NOTES: mandarin orange, bergamot, black currant, litchi
HEART NOTES: jasmine, orange blossom, rose, patchouli
BASE NOTES: vanilla, sandalwood, musk, amber
TOP NOTES: persimmon, pomegranate, green notes
HEART NOTES: lotus, orchid
BASE NOTES: amber, violet, musk, mahogany, patchouli.
La Rive Men’s Fragrances
Inspired by Whiskey-Evaflor
Fragrance notes are Bergamot, Orange, Elemi resin Cardamom, Geranium, Vetiver, Amber, Leather, and Patchouli.
Inspired by Armani Code Black
BASE NOTES: Tonka Bean, guaiac wood, musk, gray amber
Let me know if you have any questions or if you tried any of them and what you think. 
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What are Decoded Perfumes?
In our post called ” How to know if your perfume is authentic?” we talked about decoded perfumes and so many of you asked me to tell you more about this so I gathered more information and took some photos to help you understand this better. I am including the original paragraph here for those of you who did not read that blog post.
If you receive a decoded perfume don’t assume that it is fake. Many suppliers/wholesalers remove the code from some of the designer fragrances because they do not want the manufacturer to find out which country these items are coming from. The code on the box shows the region a fragrance comes from and from what distributor. This does not mean item was used or altered in any ways.
Also, some brands like Viktor & Rolf, Thierry Mugler have unique codes inside their fragrance boxes that can be registered on their website to receive free samples or gifts. Registration number or code is only available if you pay the full retail amount. If a customer is buying at a discount price, the code will not be available to them most of the time. Again this does not mean the items are not original!
Now let’s talk about what decoded perfumes are?
When a part of the fragrance box is removed by the distributor that fragrance is call decoded. This simply is in many cases for the internal use of the manufacturer to be able to track its products and the performance of its distributors. This is the same reason that the code gets remove by some distributors before selling the product.
Why this should not concern you?
This code, unlike the batch number, is not used to prove the authenticity of the product. Therefore you as a customer will not need this code for any reason. As mentioned above, there are some brands with promotional codes that can be used by customers but to receive the code you would have to buy the perfume at the full price.
Also, the products are not tampered with during this process. The quality of the perfume remains the same and this all happens under the supervision of the supplier.
Where is the code located?
The placement of the code varies from batch to batch. As shown in the picture even the same perfume might get decoded differently.
Hope this helps.
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Oajan by Parfums de Marly (Arabian Breed Collection)
Oajan by Parfums de Marly is an amazing offering from the Arabian Breed Collection.
This Oriental Spicy fragrance for women and men offers:
Top notes of cinnamon, honey, and osmanthus;
Middle notes of benzoin, labdanum, ambergris, and artemisia;
Base notes of patchouli, musk, vanilla and tonka bean.
(SOS) Snippet of the Scent:
This opulent composition of Oajan is deeply sweet while exuding timeless grace, perfumer Shyamala Maison Dieu balanced each level of this offering development exquisitely. Osmanthus lends a delicately floral apricot aura to the opening, flanked by cinnamon, to add warm woodiness, and honey oozing heavy and golden. It trots steadily to the gate, puffing hot breath from its nostrils, as it shakes it silky mane. A resinous lover’s paradise awaits in Oajan’s heart of labdanum fused with amber and benzoin, then brushed and rubbed down with davana. The dark booziness captures the fragrance’s strength and power, as the resins accent the powerful strides when the scent is truly airborne while in full gallop. The gourmand-tinged, very eastern dry down shows more of the Persian influence on the breed while maintaining its intrinsic beauty and Arabian heritage with a delicate touch of oud. This leaped across the finish line in a cloud of crumbly resin dust and spiced musk. Sillage: is great and Longevity: is excellent!
This Oriental gourmand delicacy is the same vain as glazed almonds, marzipan or amaretto, reminiscent of such delectable delicacies! This one is a MUST for any fragrance lover and a fan of the modern gourmand genre!
Holiday Gifts for Everyone on Your List
This is the second holiday gift guide. Next week we will have a gift guide for $100 and more.
This Floral and classic perfume would make a great gift. The bottle is interesting and cute.
Main Accords:
Floral, Powdery, Rose, Woody, Green, and Fresh Spicy
Price: $54.80
Anthology Zizonia by Penhaligon’s
This is a fresh spicy perfume. The package and bottle are super cute and vampire-approved.
Main Accords:
Fresh Spicy, Aromatic, Woody, Warm Spicy, and citrus
Price: $66
La Vie Est Belle L’Eau de Parfum Intense by Lancome
This perfume is very sweet and floral. The bottle is elegant and sweet.
Main Accords:
Sweet, Woody, White Floral, Nutty, and Powdery
Price: $73.99
This is a great gift for someone who loves powdery notes. The bottle is unique and very chic.
Main Accords:
Powdery, Vanilla, Woody, Floral, Balsamic, and Tuberose
Price: $81.99
1 Million Cologne by Paco Rabanne
This is a very popular aromatic perfume. The bottle is similar to 1 million so it is like a gold bar.
Main Accords:
Citrus, Aromatic, Rose, Warm Spicy, and Marine
Price: $53.40
Dior Homme Intense by Christian Dior
This is a woody musk fragrance. The bottle is classy and sexy.
Main Accords:
Woody, Floral, Powdery, Aromatic, and musky
Price: $68.45
This fragrance is fresh spicy and sweet. The bottle is elegant and stylish.
Main Accords:
Fresh Spicy, Aromatic, Herbal, Sweet, Green, and Woody
Price: $75.95
This is another amazing fragrance by creed. The 1 oz. bottle is perfect for collectors.
Main Accords:
Citrus, Woody, Musky, Powdery, Amber, and Balsamic
Price: $84.95
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Christmas Gifts Under $50
Black Friday is coming up and everybody is trying to get the Christmas shopping done. To help you choose we have put together a gift guide for perfumes under $50. Let’s get right into it.
This is a classic and feminine perfume! The bottle and packaging are just as simple and elegant as Gloria Vanderbilt herself.
Main Accords:
White floral, Woody, floral, Warm spicy, and sweet
Price: $9.85
This perfume is young and happy! This sweet and fruity perfume comes in a unique bottle and a packaging that you will adore if you are a fan of Betsey Johnson.
Main Accords:
Sweet, Woody, Fruity, Amber, and Citrus
Price: $14.98
This is a romantic and joyful perfume! The packaging is super cute and the bottle is very intriguing.
Main Accords:
Sweet, Fruity, and White Floral
Price: $22.55
This is the fragrance for young and stylish. The bottle is unique and glamorous.
Main Accords:
Sweet, Vanilla, Rum, Tropical, Fruity, and White Floral
Price: $34.45
Moschino Fresh Couture
This perfume is fresh and surprising. The bottle would be confused with Windex spray at first which is pretty cool!
Main Accords:
Citrus, Floral, Sweet, Fruity, and Fresh
Price: $49.90
This fragrance is an aquatic and aromatic one. Simplicity in design matches the blue color of the fragrance well.
Main Accords:
Woody, Fruity, Sweet, Fresh, White Floral, and Acquatic
Price: $9.35
Insurrection II Pure
It’s a sophisticated yet happy perfume. The white box and bottle are a nice representation of simplicity of this perfume.
Main Accords:
Fruity, Sweet, Fresh, leather, and woody
Price: $18.95
This is a classic and sharp perfume. The packaging has changed over the years but succeeded in staying classy.
Main Accords:
Citrus, Woody, Warm Spicy, Aromatic, and Leather
Price: $25.85
Uomo is a modern and casual fragrance. The bottle is one of the most beautiful bottles for men’s perfume.
Main Accords:
Woody, Nutty, Sweet, Cacao, Warm spicy, and Coffee
Price: $39.60
This perfume has a woody character. The box is very luxurious in brown with gold letters.
Main Accords:
Woody, Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Powdery, Balsamic, and Floral
Price: $47.10
Don’t forget to check back this week for more gift guides in different price ranges.
How to know if your perfume is authentic.
The gifting season is here and everybody is starting to make their purchases. For those of us who are in love with online shopping, there is always the question of authenticity of the product. So, we created a checklist for perfume authenticity.
Check the Wrapping
Check that the wrapping is not loose. The cellophane is usually thick and clean so, keep an eye out for wrapping that in not clear and clean.
Check the box
Check the quality of the box and check boxes for any misspelled words.
Serial and Batch Number
The serial number on the box should be the same as the one on the bottle. Also, you can check the batch number that is engraved or printed on the box on CheckCosmetic and if the batch is not found you should be concerned.
Check the quality of the bottle
Authentic perfumes have smooth clear bottles. Bubbles, sharp edges, and an imperfect bottle should be red flags.
Know Your Seller
I think this is the most important one. Look for Google trusted websites with good customer reviews. Also, Check that they have all their contact information on their website.
Things to bear in mind:
If you are buying from Ebay or Amazon don’t assume that you know the seller. I’ve seen people buying from those websites and not realizing that there are different sellers listed on both websites.
I’ve also heard many say all the perfumes you buy from those websites are fake. They are both misconceptions. Check the seller if they have good ratings you can trust them. No seller with a 97% rating is going to risk losing their rating and customer by selling counterfeit products.
Slight differences in packaging or smell might happen from batch to batch. Do your research before assuming something is fake. My recommended website is Basenotes, you can check their forums and ask your questions.
If you receive a decoded perfume don’t assume that it is fake. Many suppliers/wholesalers remove the code from some of the designer fragrances because they do not want the manufacturer to find out which country these items are coming from. The code on the box shows the region a fragrance comes from and from what distributor. This does not mean item was used or altered in any ways.
Also, some brands like Viktor & Rolf, Thierry Mugler have unique codes inside their fragrance boxes that can be registered on their website to receive free samples or gifts. Registration number or code is only available if you pay the full retail amount. If a customer is buying at a discount price, the code will not be available to them most of the time. Again this does not mean the items are not original!
Last Minute DIY Halloween Costume
Tutorial for real life Snapchat Halloween costume this was pretty easy all the flowers 🌺 were bought from a dollar store. Just detach them and use bobby pins to secure them on the headband. Use your regular makeup for this look here I’m adding some shimmer and shine just to make it closer to the Snapchat filter.
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