scentual

New year, new you? Interested in changing your go-to scent? I have hunted down my FAVORITE perfumes, the best, smelliest, and most captivating scents for your personality and mood.... which one is your favorite?

Chanel No. 5: "The world's most legendary fragrance"

Chanel has been making best selling perfumes for decades, and women continue to flock to this legendary scent.  Chanel No. 5 can be considered the queen of perfumes, iconic in the fashion industry, known for leaving a lasting impression.  Are you a girly girl? Appreciate class and sophistication? Known for it's feminine touch, Chanel No. 5 is the scent for you!

J'Adore by Christian Dior: Essence of the 21st Century

A more contemporary take on the the famous Chanel, J'Adore is fruity, floral, and feminine.  This deeply sensual scent exudes notes of tangy mandarine and ivy leaves, mixed with the hearts of rare orchids and roses, and blackberry musk.  This scent is perfect for the modern woman who is interested in preserving a soft girly side, paired with a strong and successful personality.

Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue: Subtle and Playful

Light Blue: my favorite scent of the century, and the bottle I have been longing for since it's inception.  Created by Italian designers (gotta love D&G), this scent is fruity and fun, without being too bold.  Floral notes also embody this enchanting scent, mixed with a light and refreshing green apple.  Go for this scent if you are looking for something soft yet enticing, a magical scent that is sure to catch an admirer's attention :)

SJP's NYC: The Ultimate Fragrance Accessory for Fashion and Style

Inspired by the iconic character, Carrie Bradshaw from Sex in the City, Sarah Jessica Parker wanted to create a scent that inspired "Freedom, possibilities, and playfulness- and of course fabulous style!"  This flirty scent is perfect for the trendsetter and fashion guru, the perfect note for someone looking to make an impression!



So what's your favorite scent? Leave a comment and tell me why!

animal house

Feeling a little feisty? Maybe your instincts are telling you that animal print is IN. Yes, I said it.  Animal print is one of the latest fashion trends to hit the racks this fall, making for a wild look that is trendy and fun.  The inspiration behind the look is quite primal, thanks to our friends in the forest: leopard print, zebra stripes, and all kinds of croc and snake prints.

The best way to add this to your wardrobe is in accent pieces: gloves, scarves, belts, shoes, etc.  It also seems to parallel the current 'safari' trend, which focuses on beiges and tans, with a hint of cargo- adding lots of storage pockets to your outfit (I guess that means no need for a purse).

Fashion week in Milan capitalized on this new trend as designers such as Roberto Cavalli, Dolce & Gabbana and Blumarine took animal prints to a new level on the runway.   My favorite style is the mix of animal prints with other prints: polka dots, floral, stripes- whatever kind of mood you are in!

On or off the runway, animal print is chic and fun, and can add a wild flare to your outfit- day or night. Don't be afraid to use this as an excuse to head to the nearest mall for a safari to find some cute animal print accessories!

[Roberto Cavalli: Milan Fashion Week 2010]

[Blumarine: Milan Fashion Week 2010]

[Dolce & Gabbana: Milan Fashion Week 2010]

[All images from Harpers Bazaar]