Ok before I start with this little post
I have some news :-) My blog fragrance cherry has
finally been popped!! I know I have been scented oils and body sprays before but
never a fragrance or perfume (for me anyway.) And to finally receive my first ever
fragrance almost gave me butterflies. So this sprouted a little idea in my
brain to make a series of posts on scents I will be wearing this Spring/Summer. This is only the first and you should expect to see many more in the coming weeks, some may not be reviews but will still make for a great read.
And the first ever fragrance I was sent
was from the beauties at Estee Lauder. This was of course the brand new
Modern Muse
Recommended Retail Price:
Modern Muse Eau De Parfum
30ml
$85
Modern Muse Eau De Parfum
50ml
$115
Modern Muse Eau De Parfum
100ml
$155
Estée Lauder unveils Modern
Muse, a new fragrance that is inspired by the intriguing duality
of today’s woman and complements every aspect of her dynamic life. This
fragrance captures the essence of a Modern Muse with a Lush
Floral Woody scent, a true statement in modern luxury that conveys
confidence, style and creativity with a modern, youthful attitude.
A NEW CONCEPT IN FRAGRANCE
Composed of subtle contrasts
and bold contradictions, Modern Muse reveals layers of strength and
softness in an appealing creative tension. Its innovative “dual-impression”
structure invites women to connect with the fragrance through two contrasting
aspects:
• Sparkling Jasmine Accord: This facet of the
fragrance captures the creative energy and magnetic femininity of a modern
woman. Exotic Mandarin and tempting Honeysuckle Nectar send
a spark of energy through a youthful sensation of Dewy Petals. Two
extractions of Jasmine Sambac, including one new to the perfumery
palette, Jasmine Sambac China Absolute, bring
luminous texture to the feminine bouquet of rich Tuberose Fleur and Fresh
Lily.
• Sleek Woods Accord: Her sleek style,
strength and sensuality are expressed through this innovative blend of
two Patchouli essences wrapped in the creaminess of Madagascar
Vanilla, rich Amber Wood and soft Musk –
all of which craft an undeniably sensual finish.
I love the light blush pinks
and blue used in the packaging of the Modern Muse, it really does add a
feminine touch to it! I don’t know why but the bottle really does remind me of a super
model; tall and sleek and rounded off at the top. A key element of the
bottle design - the bow - was inspired by the iconic bow on Estée Lauder’s
first fragrance, Youth Dew, which launched in 1953. For Modern Muse, the bow
has been re-imagined in dark navy patent as the ultimate symbol of style and
sophistication
This fragrance would not be
your traditional hotter weather scent, but then again what on Earth is
traditional! But more of an all year round scent that I am glad has arrived in
my life. It is so soft and yet lasts on the skin for a very long time. I hate
when you pop a perfume on and your nose just doesn’t get used to it and your
basically suffocated to death by a really potent scent. All the key scents used
to create this fragrance work together so nicely and I wouldn’t want this to
smell any other way.
Modern Muse for me is a perfume
I will be wearing in the hotter months when I am going out somewhere classy or
a formal event as this is what I think it is designed for. But if it floats
your boat nobody can stop you from wearing it all day long and even night if
you wanted.
Availability: Modern Muse will be
available at all Estée Lauder counters nationwide and online at www.esteelauder.com.au
from September 15, 2013.
Now
not long after the Modern Muse arrived on my door-step the courier brought me
another HUGE surprise as I did not expect this to be send so quickly. The next
perfume I will be wearing day in and day out all year round as well.
This
fragrance of course is
Killer Queen by Katy Perry
Katy Perry Killer Queen Eau de Parfum
100 ml $69
Katy Perry Killer Queen Eau de
Parfum 50 ml $49
Katy Perry Killer Queen Eau de
Parfum 30 ml $39
Available 1st September 2013
Created by
Laurent Le Guernec of IFF, Killer Queen is an addictive fragrance that
bewitches, indulges and demands to be noticed.
“The Red
Velvet Flower inspired this creation beginning with the richness of the
burgundy red, the velvety feel reminiscent of a royal cape and its deep
textured floral scent”, says Laurent Le Guernec.
Top Notes: Wild Berry, Dark Plum & Bergamot
Middle Notes: Red Velvet Flower,Natural Jasmine Sambac
& Rainbow Plumeria
Base Notes: Cashmeran,
Natural Patchouli Heart & Liquid Praline
The attention to detail when it comes to
creating such an affordable fragrance is just insane and almost unheard of. I
love this fragrance and I could totally imagine Katy Perry walking by me while
I get a big waft of this scent… Although that may be after I have gotten up off
the floor after passing out haha. This bottle is divine and has such a Royal
feel to it!
Then there is the actual fragrance,
which is absolutely beautiful and unlike anything I have smelt before. This has
a lot of warm florals incorporated into it but again is not the really bright
light floral scent but more a warmer delicate floral scent.
I love Katy Perry and have quietly been
collecting her things such as merchandise when she tours, her other fragrance,
her eyelure lashes and then of course this fragrance! This one is in my
personal opinion is a lot better then her last released fragrance.
“When
I was creating Killer Queen, I was really inspired by the idea of a strong,
confident woman in power and that is exactly what I hoped to put into this
fragrance, something that brings out the power inside of you.”
Katy
Perry
OWN THE THRONE
