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Perfume Reviews : Couture Couture by Juicy Couture: new fragrance



The brand responsible for velour tracksuits decorating the behinds of It Girls across the USA is coming out with their third scent, after Juicy Couture and Viva La Juicy.
According to Thread.co.nz Megan Robinson: " 'New York, New York, so good they named it twice...' Perfume companies seem to be taking this advice to heart with the recent release of Ricci Ricci by Nina Ricci, and now, Couture Couture by Juicy Couture". The fact that it is a misnomer needs little pointing out, but the term couture has been used very loosely for a long time now. Perhaps Rachel Joe, celebrities' and celebrity stylist on whom the newest fragrance has been based on picks up some couture designs for her wealthy clients for formal affairs, but other than that, let's not reference the glory days of Balenciaga and Givenchy, now shall we?



Perfumer Honorine Blanc from Firmenich composed Couture squared with top notes of pink grape, orange flower and mandarin, a heart comprised of plum, honeysuckle and star jasmine, and base notes of sandalwood, amber and rich vanilla. Sounds perfectly predictable! (yet potentially pretty).


Eau de Parfum Spray 30ml $99.00 / 50ml $138.00 / 100ml $184.00 / Body Lotion 200ml $79.00 / Shower Gel 200ml $69.00. Official launch is predicted for 12 February 2010.

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Perfumes reviews : L'Arte di Gucci


L'Arte di Gucci wraps its intensely rosy heart garlanded with hypnotic, greenish narcissus into a luminous, characteristic aldehyde burst (evoking half part soap and the other part slightly overripe fruit) like a whirlwind into one of my favourite 80s pop tunes, Kim Carne's Betty Davis Eyes; hysky-voiced, with a swagger in her stride, dressing to impress. Yet the astounding thing is those were more innocent times than today, "pure New York snow" and all notwithstanding. I guess this fangled vampire with "lips sweet surprise" and luminous, deeply honeyed eyes which reminds me of tailored curvaceous suits that yes, Betty Davies might wear, preferably after a manipulation or two, is more girly and good than taken credit for.

"And she'll tease you, She'll unease you, All the better just to please you..."

Long discontinued, it can still be found sometimes online (there is a 1oz bottle available at Amazon right now) and on Ebay,although for alarmingly increasing prices.
The unusual bottle was designed by Serge Mansau and is presented in opaque black in the miniatures circulating.

Notes for L'Arte di Gucci: Bergamot, fruits, coriander, aldehydes, greens, rose, jasmine, lily of the valley, mimosa, tuberose, narcissus, geranium, orris, amber, musk, oakmoss, patchouli, leather, vetiver.

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Hairstyles Tips: DIY Haircare in New York City


While everyone in New York City talking about unemployment rate, that just released recently, where the city’s unemployment rate, up from 9.5 percent in July, is higher than the national rate of 9.7 percent and much higher than the 8 percent reported for the rest of the state, the State Labor Department’s figures show. Hairstyles Tips will showcase how you can save money by DIY haircare treatment at home, ie. shinier hair.


1. Shampoo your hair. Don’t use conditioner. The oil will provide all the moisture your hair needs.

2. Towel dry your hair. Keep the damp, warm towel for step 4. Over the sink, work the warm olive oil into your hair and scalp.

3. Wrap the plastic wrap around your hair.

4. Blow dry the damp towel so it’s hot and wrap it around your head over the plastic wrap.

5. Let the oil work for 20 minutes. If the towel cools down, hit it with the hair drier again.

6. Shampoo the oil out after 20 minutes. Again, don't use conditioner. You might have to shampoo and rinse 3 times, depending on how thick your hair is. But the good news is this shininess should last for a month!

Follow these simple steps, you will have more shinier hair at home with just olive oil!

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Top Three Perfumes For Winter


This winter there are a number of new perfumes to choose from if you are looking for something new. Depending on your personality and type of use, there are a few selections that have been narrowed down to help you in your decision. Furthermore, for the winter months, no matter what, the best perfumes will be a bit more bold, warm and spicy than you may be used to wearing. The bold notes exude confidence heading into 2010. Warm notes are always welcomed in the colder months as comforting touches throughout your day. And spices are great for awakening the senses, and romantic inclinations.

Your perfume is a reflection of you. And winter perfumes are a reflection of both who you were last year, and who you are becoming. Change can be good, no matter how large or small. Your personality does not change at will, but will constantly change slightly with knowledge. For the out-going and the slightly flirtatious, Marc Jacobs new Lola perfume is perfect. Lola is a sweet and spicy blend of pink peppercorn, sparkling pear, ruby grapefruit, peony, rose, geranium, vanilla, Tonka bean and creamy musk. Sugar and spice, youthful, flirty, with a touch of sensuality. One of this year's most popular perfumes for winter.

Winter perfumes can be very romantic and passionate. And what better to represent passion that Lancome's new Magnifique, which is an interpretation of the color red? Magnifique is a spicy, woody, floral that is bold but not too overbearing. It is sexy without being cheap and it is floral without being too sweet. The fragrance notes include spices like saffron, caraway, cumin, plus Bulgarian rose, jasmine, sandalwood, and vetiver, for a slightly musky finish. Woody fragrances for women are in this year, and Magnifique is a great wear for those who want to feel a little more sultry this winter.
 MAGNIFIQUE by Lancome for WOMEN: EAU DE PARFUM SPRAY 2.5 OZ
MAGNIFIQUE by Lancome for WOMEN: EAU DE PARFUM SPRAY 2.5 OZ


Another fragrance that has lovely, woody and spicy notes is Bvlgari's new Blv II for women. Blv II is also a romantic fragrance, with an ethereal feel. Imagine walking into an enchanted winter forest with a secret winter garden in the center. Only this garden seems to be floating. Blv II is light, enchanting, and marvelous. Fragrance notes include delicate violet, star anise, licorice, frosted mandarin, iris, spicy patchouli, vetiver, benzoin, amber, cistus flower and musk. This fragrance is for the curious and adventurous, who also have a romantic and mysterious personality. Blv II is an almost magical fragrance that will lead you confidently into the new year.

Bvlgari BLV by Bvlgari for Women 2.5 oz Eau de Parfum Spray
Bvlgari BLV by Bvlgari for Women 2.5 oz Eau de Parfum Spray


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Lose Weight the Best Way


I would have endless supplies of money if I got a penny every time someone said 'what is the best way to lose weight?' There are simple answers that will help you lose weight fast, I am sure everyone has heard them, they sound like 'go get surgery', or 'take my magic pill every day', or 'let me cast this magic spell on you to get the weight off'! There really is one answer that can come from this question if you want the truth.It is pretty easy actually to answer 'what is the best way to lose weight?' There are two concepts that I'm sure many people already know about. The small answer is exercise, and diet, the bigger concept is what I'm going to explain with the rest of this article. I find it easier to take things apart and look at little parts of them at a time in order to find an answer that I can get my head around easier.Definitions.com tells me that a diet is; to regulate food especially in order to improve the body's condition, or to feed according to a required regimen. It is a clear definition and tells us a great deal, but what it comes down to in the end is that a diet is simply the food you eat. This makes things easy to understand for me!People tend to make dieting much tougher than it really needs to be and thus tend to have great big problems losing weight. They think that you have to not eat at all, quit eating your favorite foods, or do something else equally distasteful.It seems as if a lot of people can't get those super tiny model sizes and beat them up about it, translating that into their diets! All of this is not really true though, the fact is the food you eat is vital to losing weight, and having an eating program that you can personally follow without a big problem is equally as important. There are many factors a diet can take into account such as portion sizes, or different types of the same food. Many diets on the market work really well and there are lots! You have me to do your looking for you though, so you don't need to bother doing all the footwork to find a great diet! My plan for this website is to get the best of the best diet and exercise regimens for you here so you can get them in a single place.

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