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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

Bond No. 9 Nuits de Noho review

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pictured: Bond No. 9 Nuits de Noho / nail polish /

Can you tell I have been wearing my Bond No. 9 Nuits de Noho edp often? The bottle is getting quite low! I have been wearing Nuits de Noho for years, so I was surprised when I realized I had never reviewed it here on the blog! How did this slip through the cracks?

Bond No. 9 Nuits de Noho edp is an unique eau de parfum which has a gourmand undertone on an otherwise fruity floral. This is a complex scent, making it one of my favorite fragrances of all time. The top notes include Mandarin, Bergamot, and Pineapple Leaves. The heart of the fragrance consists of Jasmine and Rosewood. Then the base offers Patchouli, Vanilla and Musk.

Don’t let the jasmine scare you! Sometimes jasmine scents can be too sweet, but not with Nuits de Noho. It a very slight part of the heart making the fragrance smooth and beautiful. This is one of my go-to fragrances despite the fact that I typically shy away from jasmine. Love!

The only reason I can think of not reviewing Bond No. 9 Nuits de Noho sooner is that I bought my first bottle before I started my blog in 2010. I guess better late than never! haha

I hope you love this edp as much as I do, it is one of my all-time favorites!

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy