Victoria’s Secret’s sexy supermodel and angel, Adriana Lima launched the newest addition to the iconic dream angels fragrance collection, Dream Angels Wish at the Herald Square flagship store in NYC.

The fragrance just hit stores today and is available at Victoria’s Secret and VictoriaSecret.com!  The fragrance is a fruity floriental and Adriana is the face of this whimsical fragrance.

Collection

Perfume 1 oz ($39), 2.5 oz ($49) and 4.2 oz ($59)
Softening Body Lotion – 8.4 oz ($20)
Softening Body Wash – 8.4 oz ($15)

An autumn has come finally ))) So its time to change not only wardrobes but to think about a new perfume as well. You can easily say bye-bye to light and fresh scents and to welcome our beloved aromas with eastern spicy notes, tropical fruits and quivering wood chords. Continue reading

The newest scent from Lancome. Anne Hathaway is Lancôme’s ambassador, who participated in the advertising campaign. The fragrance is a spicy woody floral one.

Fashion Source: Chic Stories

Elizabeth Arden Green Tea Lotus, 1.7 ounces, $27.00

Looking for a surprising and fresh scent for this summer? Then look no further…Elizabeth Arden recently introduced their new fragrance, Green Tea Lotus, a light and airy scent that is perfect for warm weather. If you are like me and hate overpowering fragrances, then this is definitely one to try.

The inspiration behind this fragrance comes from flower gardens in India, Japan and China. One whiff of this perfume and visions of silk kimono’s, delicate tea and lush gardens come to mind. Feminine without being girly, this sophisticated fragrance is the perfect perfume to try if you are bored with your current eau de toilette, but aren’t ready to commit to something too heady.

Still not sure? Check out these fresh top, middle and base notes to tantalize your olfactory senses:

• Top Notes Caraway, Fruity Rhubarb, Lemon, Orange Zest and Bergamot
• Middle Notes Cool Minty Peppermint, Green Tea, Sweet Jasmine, Spicy Carnation, Fresh Fennel and Crisp Celery Spice
• Base Notes Oakmoss, Musk and Amber

In my opinion, the green tea and citrus scents take center stage in this fragrance, creating a super fresh aroma that perks me right up.

So, if you are looking for something new to shake up your fragrance routine, stop by your local Elizabeth Arden counter and ask for a spritz…you won’t be disappointed!

Now as we all know as the seasons change so does our skin care and make-up regime. Spring is finally here, and the long awaited season of summer soon to come! So now is the time to prepare! Get out your tanning lotions, and give yourself a glow. A favorite of mine is ‘Sublime Bronze’ self-tanning lotion for the face and body by L’Oreal. Perfect for this time of year, especially the light-medium as it gives your skin the glow it needs. The plus about this product is that it offers an SPF 15 sunscreen to protect your skin. So you are not only getting beautiful results, you are also getting great skin protection from the UV rays of the sun. It is streak-free, and has Vitamin E added for smoother skin.

At $9.99, available at many retail outlets (Walgreen’s, Rite Aid etc) where beauty products are available, it is a must for your skin care this season. So shop to it!

The Sublime Bronze collection also comes in a self-tanning gelee. In medium-deep. That is if you wish to get a slightly deeper tan. But also offers the same great protection as the cream.

Source: www.loreal.com

Now I am a huge fan of Sephora, and I am always recommending this fabulous store to friends and girlfriends (men and women alike). Now, if you have a Sephora near you, and you are a product hound (like me) I highly recommend that you pay a visit. Now don’t despair! If you don’t have a store located near you, then pay a visit to their site at www.sephora.com. Now I hope that you enjoy history, as were about to have a Sephora history lesson.

Sephora started its humble beginnings in France and had a chain of beauty stores which were founded in 1969. Acquired by Paris-based LVMH in 1997, Sephora became the leading retail beauty chain in Europe. And then opened its first US store in New York in 1997. With triple digit growth for the last ten years, Sephora is one of the fastest growing retailers in the US. Phew! Now that’s not all! Sephora is the Greek form of Tzipporah צִפּוֹרָה, which means ‘bird’ (female) in Hebrew, and was the name of the wife of Moses in the book of Exodus. OK, now I’m done! Had enough? Good, let’s get to product!

Continuing on our spring skin care line, I have chosen six of my beauty must haves from Sephora.com.

Starting with Anti-Oxidant Water Booster – Blueberry by Dr.Brandt.

What it is:
This blueberry flavored antioxidant water booster is a healthy and convenient way to increase skin’s health with three potent antioxidants: green tea, white tea and grapeseed. Retail’s at $35 a bottle.

Things get a little dangerous with DuWop’s ‘Venom’ line. A Series of lip plumping balms and lipsticks, that have a little ’sting’ when you apply them. My choice is ‘Prime Venom’.

What it is:
A matte finish plumping lip balm infused with the Lip Venom formula that also works as a lip primer. Retails at $20.00.

Sephora has its own fantastic line of make-up products. Which are also great for your wallet. Pick up Lush Flush Wine Lip & Cheek Stain by Sephora for only $10.00.

What it is:
A unique tint for lips and cheeks from Sephora that is formulated with red wine extract.

Great for spring is Sephora’s Peach Blossom Body Collection at $16.00 a piece.

What it is:
Bath and body products lightly scented with Sephora’s Peach Blossom fragrance.

Shiseido has a collection available at Sephora.com. My choice is The Makeup Multi-Shade Enhancer starting at $10.50-$25.00.

What it is:
A pressed powder bronzer composed of five coordinating shades.

And last but not least, a wonderful spring fragrance by L’Occitane, the magical ‘Cherry Blossom Set’, which retails at $42.00. Exclusively at Sephora.com.

What it is:
A trio of cherry blossom-scented body products from L’Occitane.

Well, now that you have a head start to your beauty regime, spring into action!

Source for products and images: Sephora.com

Diesel Fuel for Life, Available at Sephora

One of the things I love the most about the holiday season are the rich, fragrant scents you only smell this time of year: spicy cloves, aromatic pine, freshly fallen snow and gingerbread baking in the oven. That’s why I love Diesel’s sexy “Fuel for Life” fragrance for the holidays…hints of mandarin, black currant and even pink pepper make this unique blend a spicy addition to your fragrance cache.

And leave it to Diesel to create a stuning fragrance right down to the packaging…the sweet crochet sleeve and sleek luxe bottle design will earn a coveted spot on your vanity, and not hidden away in a medicine cabinet.

Pick up Diesel’s “Fuel for Life” for yourself or a friend for the holidays (or score the “for men” version for your favorite guy) and add a little bit of sexy spice to your holidays.

Diesel “Fuel for Life” Special Edition Fragrance, available at Nordstrom, $95

Looking for something uber-chic for the fashionista on your list this year? Then you must check out Diesel’s new limited edition fragrance, available only this holiday season. Their popular “Fuel for Life” fragrance series got a makeover for the holiday season with their fancy “Bling Edition” bottles and packaging, sure to wow even the most discerning style mavens.

Available in both men and women’s fragrances, the “Bling Edition” features a different mixture of the sexy original elixir in a 75ml bottle. These bottles are dressed to the nine’s with gilt and patina’d embellishments housed in glossy black boxes.

Men’s “Bullet” Fragrance Chain, $95

Need a little something for the fashion-savvy man in your life? Then he’ll love this bullet chain from Diesel. The bullet embellishment also acts as a small compartment for fragrance so he can literally “wear” his scent. Check out Diesel’s complete fragrance line and clothing line for great holiday gifts they are sure to love.