Perfumes

Brand Fragrances

Choosing the right fragrance for "You" is so important. Fragrance is a very personal thing. Your fragrance conveys a message about how you and sometimes how you want to be perceived. If you are giving a gift, a carefully selected perfume will always be treasured. If you are thinking about a perfume gift, learn more about the person's tastes and style. Do they like designer fragrances, traditional perfumes, or natural fragrances? Would they prefer a Hugo Boss fragrance, Armani fragrance, Elizabeth Arden fragrance, Celine Dion fragrance, Versace fragrance, Lacoste fragrance, White Diamonds perfume or a simple Cologne fragrance. There are so many choices for both men's fragrances and women's perfumes. The perfume bottle may also be something to consider. An exquisite perfume bottle will add to the beauty of your gift. And don't forget to gift wrap your precious fragrance gift set and add a personal note. - Arpana
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Stopping and Smelling the Daisies

So Linda and I went to Macys the other day and played in the perfume section testing out all the different smells. Both of us were drawn to Marc Jacobs. We had tried Marc by Marc Jacobs but I found it too heavy for my taste. But we both became immediate fans of Marc Jacobs Daisy. Not only does it come in a pretty bottle with flowers on the cap but it's a perfect light and fresh scent for the spring. Marc Jacobs Intense is a darker bottle of Daisy. As I had read in a magazine and informed Linda, it's a bit heavier and is intended for going out at night. If you like light and floral scents definitely take a whiff of Marc Jacobs Daisy next time you have the chance! -Justine
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Summer Fragrances

Summer is here and despite the soaring temperature, we all want to enjoy the outdoors. There are so many things to do outdoors this summer including art festivals, farmer's markets, barbecue's and camping. If you have picked out your favorite summer dresses, now is the time to find the right perfume to match your white skirt, khaki capri or flowing pastel dress. Choosing an outdoor perfume can be tricky because you don't want to attract the flies and bees, especially if you are going to a camp site or wooded area. Check out the new Perfume Tip Center from Become.com for tips on choosing the right perfume for the outdoors. Find out the difference between an Eau de Parfum, Eau de Toilette and Eau de Cologne; all about roll-on perfumes, making perfumes at home, popular gift set ideas and much more. Here are the top perfume tip categories on the Perfume Tip Center at Tips.become.com: Top 10 Perfumes Perfume Application Tips Perfume Categories Perfume Gift Sets Perfume ...
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The Guerlain House

The House of Guerlain at 42, Rue de Rivoli in Paris, is where Pierre-Francois Pascal Guerlain opened his first boutique in 1828. The House of Guerlain is one of the oldest in all of France and in the world. For over 150 years it remained a family patrimony, until 1994 when the firm was acquired by the LVMH company. The flagship perfume of the House of Guerlain is unquestionably Guerlain Shalimar which was created in 1925 and is still very popular until this day. This perfume is the symbol of romanticism; created as a tribute to the princess Mumtaz Mahal, it is named after the garden in Lahore, the Shalimar Gardens. The success of this voluptuous and sensual perfume can be attributed to its original composition the "Guerlinade" made of vanillin, iris, bergamot- all of which mix together beautifully create a very original oriental scent. The Shalimar perfume has been an inspiration for many other successful perfumes like Dune by Dior, Obsession by Calvin Klein or Opium by Yves ...
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Top 5 Perfume Tricks That Never Fail

Hey ladies! Did you all know that there are different ways to how to use our perfumes? If you only apply perfume on your skin, and want to learn other ways on how to use your favorite perfume, you may appreciate some of these useful tricks to applying perfumes. With these tricks when attending that important party, celebration, date, or hosting a party you'll be sure to impress everyone in the room! Here are some useful tips to know about when that day comes around: When attending to a big event, try spraying perfume right before you enter the party. Many perfumes offer a convenient travel size spray just for this purpose. Try Juicy Couture Viva La Juicy! Did you know that perfume reacts differently to different parts of your body? Spray a light portion of perfume on your hair or nails so you can experiment which altered scent you like best! Perfumes may cause colors and dyes to bleed! To avoid a nasty wardrobe malfunction--spray the perfume you are going to wear on ...
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Body Spray vs. Perfume

The difference between body spray and perfume is the amount of extracts or essential oils used. Body spray has the least amount of extracts with a 1 to 3 percent extract concentration, which is less than perfume which has about 15 to 40 percent extracts. Having less extracts means the fragrance will not last as long, is less expensive and is lighter in scent than a perfume. Body spray, being less potent, will need to be refreshed every two to three hours, while perfume fragrance can last over five hours. Since body spray is less expensive than a perfume, you can actually afford to use it more and for alternative purposes also. Here are some tips for alternative uses of your body spray: For school age children who want to be introduced to fragrance slowly. Spray on hair to mask food or smoky smells. Add a light fragrance to your sheets. Add fragrance to your luggage or workout clothes to help them smell fresh. Spray on car seats and carpets for an instant air ...
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Alternative Perfume Uses

If you like to use perfume and are always eager to try new fragrances, there is a good chance that you have an overflow of empty or half-filled perfume bottles, one-ounce glass samples and even the folded perfume cards from magazines. Here are a few unusual tips on how you can use those drops of perfumes in different ways around your house, car and office. Add a perfume card in your workout bag to hide unpleasant odors. Use perfume cards in dresser drawers or desk drawers to get nicely smelling items. Add a perfume card when packing away seasonal clothes for storage. Hide a perfume card under your couch cushions for invisible fragrance. Spray on Epsom salt and add to your bath for a fragrant muscle relaxing soak. Clean out full-size perfume bottles and use it as a steady bud vase for your desk. Spray predators or vicious animals in the eyes for a quick getaway. Spray on organic potpourri for an eco-friendly room air freshener. Add a drop to your fabric ...
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DKNY Delicious Night Perfume for the Perfect Scent

Maintaining our hygiene and smelling our best is an important factor that influences confidence and social behavior. Everyone wants to smell good to give off a nice and inviting nature. Whether or not this requires applying a fragrance is entirely up to you. However, for some, taking showers and cleansing many not be enough, so applying a perfume, cologne, or body spray may be ideal. For women, applying perfume is almost an essential these days. Whether it's in the office or a night out in the city, females use perfume as a way to feel confident and elegant. Nothing is worse than meeting new people, knowing in the back of your mind that you don't smell your best because you forgot to put on deodorant. For a truly wonderful scent, consider the DKNY Delicious Night perfume. The perfume comes in an apple-shaped bottle and features a scent that captures the energy and lifestyle of a night in New York City. Its notes include: purple freesias, chilled blackberry martini accord ...
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