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Van Cleef & Arpels Previous Oud edp review

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Pictured: Van Cleef & Arpels Precious Oud edp / pink nail polish /

Is there anything more luxurious and mysterious than oud? I think not! There are several oud-based fragrances available, but Precious Oud edp from Van Cleef & Arpels wins the oud competition; if there is one.

As with all Van Cleef & Arpels fragrances, the notes smell fresh and rich. I have had this bottle for several years, which is why it is not full, and despite being a few years old, it still smells as fresh as the day I purchased it. Van Cleef & Arpels uses quality ingredients resulting in a clean, smooth, and ideal fragrance experience. Love that!

Top notes: Bergamot, Pink Pepper

Middle Notes: Jasmine, Incense, Tuberose

Base notes: Pachouli, Oud, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Ambergris

I love the warm and spicy fragrance experience from Percious Oud edp. It is perfect for the fall, winter, and spring seasons. It can also be worn on cooler summer days when the fog rolls in. Love!

So, if you are looking for a new fragrance for fall, this timeless scent is perfect! Five out of five stars!

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy

Jo Malone Raspberry Ripple cologne review

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pictured: Jo Malone Raspberry Ripple cologne 1 oz. / dark green nail polish / nail polish top coat /

Who can resist a fragrance bottle with a pink bow? I can’t! How cute is this bottle? When Raspberry Ripple by Jo Malone was introduced a couple months ago, I was instantly intrigued. A fragrance based on raspberries? A cute little bow? Yes please!

I decided to purchase a bottle of the 1oz Raspberry Ripple cologne by Jo Malone and give it a whirl. After all, fruity scents are fabulous during the summer months, and summer does not really end until early October in the San Francisco Bay Area anyway.

What a fun cologne! Upon first spray, you can instantly detect the redcurrant and after a couple of minutes, the fragrance settles into a fruity scent with a smooth undertone. Love!

Jo Malone typically encourages fragrance layering. Although I tested Raspberry Ripple alone, it also seems to blend well when sprayed over a vanilla or coconut body cream or edp. I haven’t tried layering it with another Jo Malone fragrance, but if I get the chance, I will let you know.

Top notes: redcurrant, blackcurrant

Middle/Heart notes: raspberry

Base notes: white musk

I definitely enjoy Jo Malone Raspberry Ripple cologne, and highly recommend it to anyone who loves a fruity fragrance. If you are looking for a fruity gourmand, you can layer it with a simple gourmand scent such as vanilla. For a fruity floral, try layering it with a simple rose based scent. Love!

Thanks for stopping by, and let me know on social media if you plan to, or have already layered Raspberry Ripple!

XOXO

Cathy

Sparkling fall nails with Hermes nail polish

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pictured: Hermes fall nail polish / Hermes summer nail polish used as top coat /

Since it is technically still summer, I decided to mix and match summer nail polish with fall nail polish. I am in love with the subtle sparkle in this sheer nail polish from Hermes summer nail polish collection. I have been using it as a top coat all summer long. So, now that I am into fall nail polish, I decided to use it over my Hermes fall nail polish. I love the result!

The sparkles definitely show up better on this darker, fall nail polish hue than they did over the summer with lighter colors. Not only does Hermes Blanc Orage Irise nail polish add subtle sparkle to my nail polish, it also acts like a topcoat which helps my manicure last longer chip-free. Love that!

My current favorite nail polish for fall is Hermes Vert Ecossais. It’s a deep green with blueish undertones. I am in love! It looks really pretty when paired with Hermes Blanc Orage Irise, so I thought I would share it with you! If you have this sparkling nail polish from summer, definitely have some fun and put it over your favorite fall nail polish. If not, I recommend investing in a bottle and having some fun! Love it!

What do you think of this fall manicure idea for fall 2025?

Thanks for stoping by!

XOXO

Cathy