Fragrances: The One by Dolce & Gabbana

The One is a warm, oriental floral, with modern sensuality - a fragrance with a strong personality, and a contrasting golden sweetness. Created for the ultimate diva, The One is at once tempting, modern, and glamorous, embracing a touch of classicism. The top notes radiate a vibrant luminosity, with a sun-touched citrus, while warm fruity notes of luscious lychee and succulent peach add to the delight. The passionate heart evokes an exploding femininity, with an opulent floral soul, creating a distinct, audacious signature. An unexpected hint of plum glows as the base finally blooms with luscious allure into the lasting warmth of vanilla and sweetened ambery-musk notes.

Notes:
Bergamot, Mandarin, Lychee, Peach, Madonna Lily, Muguet, Plum, Jasmine, Vetiver, Vanilla, Amber, Musk.

Style:
Tempting. Modern. Glamorous.

"Fashion Is Foremost Inspiration"
-Suzanna-

Fragrances: J'adore

Radiant, sensual, sophisticated, J'adore is a fragrance that celebrates the renaissance of extreme femininity and the power of spontaneous emotion with a brilliant bouquet of orchids, the velvet touch of Damascus plum, and the mellowness of amaranth wood. Designed with style and elegance, this fragrance was made for the confident, sensual woman who celebrates her femininity - this is Dior's golden girl. Unlike other scents, you'll never get sick of the smell nor will you need to spray a lot of it because this scent lasts all day long.


Notes:
Mandarin, Champaca Flowers, Ivy, African Orchid, Rose, Violet, Damascus Plum, Amaranth Wood, Blackberry Musk.


We highly recommend adding J'adore to your perfume collection. You'll feel absolutely lovely in this scent; interesting & mysterious, without being too cloying or sweet. There's a good reason why its called J'adore!

"Fashion Is Foremost Inspiration"

-Suzanna-

Fragrances: Versus by Versace

Versus is pure energy, built upon strong, contrasting characteristics. Romantic-yet-tough femininity reflects the woman who loves to dare and the core spirit of the brand—dedicated to evolution, confidence, and cutting-edge style. A game of opposites creatively moves between romantic and aggressive, and evolves from punk to melodious.


The color of the fragrance, termed the "fifth essence of violet," evokes modernity, mystery, and freedom. The fresh, intense fragrance opens with the vitality of kumquat, sweet star apple, and scintillating lemon—an inviting accord that evokes energy and personality. The heart is floral and dynamic, translated to the senses through soulful orange flower, stephanotis, and luxurious rose Centifolia. The provocative drydown reveals the sensuality of patchouli and the enveloping depth of musk, punctuated by ambrette seeds.


The crystal bottle plays its own game of opposites, showing complex reality in transformation—from empty to full spaces, from cold to warm, from melodious to lively, from classic to audacious, from sublime to rock and roll. The Versus logo stands out in warm, illuminating gold in the middle of the flacon and it is engraved in relief on top of the cap. Versus' appeal speaks through vibrant deep hues shading into a transparent range of violet. Strong nuances of color, glittering light effects, and surprising gradients between gold and silver converge into an object of desire.

"Fashion Is Foremost Inspiration"

-Suzanna-

Fragrance Of The Week: LOVE EXPRESS

I am not exactly a huge fan of most department store perfumes. A lot of times they're either too sweet or too strong. However every now and then one comes along that I really like. Right now I really have a thing for Love Express from EXPRESS!

On Express.com this fragrance is described as Glamorous, Playful, Iconic, and Sexy. I'd have to agree on all points. Love Express is their first ever fragrance for women, and they're off to a good start. Unlike some fashion brand fragrances that may smell like they were targeted towards teenage girls, Love Express manages to project strength, and confidence, while still remaining feminine.

Inspired by Express style, fashion swank, and larger than life glamour, Love Express is all grown up in a very refreshing way. Notes of Blackberry, Lily of the Valley, Tiare Blossoms and Sheer Vanilla Musk give Love Express its distinct scent.

I also love the bottle design. I've always said that simplicity is excellence when Excellence meets simplicity. Love Express is bottled exclusively by Express and Made in the USA, and the all American design is simply perfect.

Love Express is available by visiting: Express.com. There are two bottle sizes available. $44.90 gets you the 1.7 oz bottle. $59.90 gets you 3.4 oz. Although this fragrance is highly rated by customers on Express.com it might still be a better idea to start with the 1.7 oz bottle first. But if you've already sampled this fragrance, then the 3.4 0z bottle is a tremendous value.

"Fashion Is Foremost Inspiration"

-Melany-

Perfume of the Week: Versus by Versace

Versus is pure energy, built upon strong, contrasting characteristics. Romantic-yet-tough femininity reflects the woman who loves to dare and the core spirit of the brand—dedicated to evolution, confidence, and cutting-edge style. A game of opposites creatively moves between romantic and aggressive, and evolves from punk to melodious.


The color of the fragrance, termed the "fifth essence of violet," evokes modernity, mystery, and freedom. The fresh, intense fragrance opens with the vitality of kumquat, sweet star apple, and scintillating lemon—an inviting accord that evokes energy and personality. The heart is floral and dynamic, translated to the senses through soulful orange flower, stephanotis, and luxurious rose Centifolia. The provocative drydown reveals the sensuality of patchouli and the enveloping depth of musk, punctuated by ambrette seeds.


The crystal bottle plays its own game of opposites, showing complex reality in transformation—from empty to full spaces, from cold to warm, from melodious to lively, from classic to audacious, from sublime to rock and roll. The Versus logo stands out in warm, illuminating gold in the middle of the flacon and it is engraved in relief on top of the cap. Versus' appeal speaks through vibrant deep hues shading into a transparent range of violet. Strong nuances of color, glittering light effects, and surprising gradients between gold and silver converge into an object of desire.

"Fashion Is Foremost Inspiration"

Suzanna

Perfume of the Week: J'adore

Radiant, sensual, sophisticated, J'adore is a fragrance that celebrates the renaissance of extreme femininity and the power of spontaneous emotion with a brilliant bouquet of orchids, the velvet touch of Damascus plum, and the mellowness of amaranth wood. Designed with style and elegance, this fragrance was made for the confident, sensual woman who celebrates her femininity - this is Dior's golden girl. Unlike other scents, you'll never get sick of the smell nor will you need to spray a lot of it because this scent lasts all day long.


Notes:
Mandarin, Champaca Flowers, Ivy, African Orchid, Rose, Violet, Damascus Plum, Amaranth Wood, Blackberry Musk.


We highly recommend adding J'adore to your perfume collection. You'll feel absolutely lovely in this scent; interesting & mysterious, without being too cloying or sweet. There's a good reason why its called J'adore!

"Fashion Is Foremost Inspiration"

Suzanna

Do You Think About Me? Contest Winner Announced!!!

Thank you to everyone who entered the DO YOU THINK ABOUT ME? (Poll Contest!!!). If you missed the contest, let me recap the details. We asked you the readers to tell us about how you spent your Valentine's Day. If you didn't do anything special, we asked that you tell us about your last hot Date. We got a couple dozen entries and as usual you guys rocked. Some of your entries made us laugh, some were sad and some were unmentionable. I wish I could've selected all of you, but indeed and at last we need a single winner. So everyone, (including all who entered but didn't win) join me in congratulating

N.D'Zings

N.D'zings wrote: I had a horrible Valentine's Day. I was asked out by this guy that I had been talking to for a few weeks. First problem was that I had to pick him up because he has transportation issues. Second, the movie we tried to see was sold out - of course he didn't go online to reserve tickets in advance. Third, we then went to a nice Mexican restaurant (at his suggestion), but once we got inside, he wanted to go elsewhere because they didn't serve pitchers of beer. I had already ordered a drink (which i never finished) because I presumed we were eating there. I paid for my drink, as I didn't see him offering to take care of it for me. I also tipped the valet guy, as he didn't go into his pockets to do it. Fourth, we ended up at a sports bar which permitted him to order his beloved pitcher of beer. He suggested that we get wings. I didn't initially want that, but I thought to myself, "he's paying, so oh well". The Allstar game was on (in which I had no interest), and we were at the restaurant from 5:45/6ish to midnight because of the damn game!! To make a long story short, I ended up paying for the meal because he was making moves to go, but hadn't pulled out any money to pay for the food! He came out of pocket all of $5 for parking at the sports bar (and he didn't want to do that!) At the end of the night, I was extremely pissed, but kept my composure and remained classy. I let him know the next day that he was dead wrong for the previous night and that I had no further interest in communicating with him.

Wow! All I can say is I hope your next date will be better. As a matter of fact I know of a guy that I'd like to set you up with. He's a little bit of an older gentlemen, but he always smells nice. His name is Salvatore, and here is his picture:

It's Salvatore Ferragamo's latest masterpiece: Incanto Bloom. Incanto Bloom was designed for the young and fashionable metropolitan woman with a desire for the latest in chic. Bloom offers a lively and subtle twist of Grapefruit. Flowers and Freesia introduce a wide, blossoming bouquet of Tea Roses and Champaca flowers. Bloom is packaged with the Vara bow, one of the most recognizable symbols of the Ferragamo brand, representing pure Ferragamo style and femininity.

The Perfume was born from the mind of renowned fragrance designer Sophie Labbe'. Here she is wearing the long sleeve dress alongside with Fashionwithfifi.com's own Suzanna Gregoire three weeks ago in New York City. She personally told Suzanna that Incanto meant "Enchanted" in Italian. When asked what her inspiration for creating the scent was, she replied- "It's kind of the Enchanted Nature in the city". Sophie was kind enough to personally thank us for attending her party and gifted us the very same bottle of Incanto Bloom that we're in turn gifting to you.

Everybody Wins (Runner Ups)

Everyone reading this post subscriber or not can use Use code CJD2010 to save 10% off your entire order at FragranceX.com until 12/31/10.

"Fashion Is Foremost Inspiration"

Willie D

Perfume of the Week: The One

The One is a warm, oriental floral, with modern sensuality - a fragrance with a strong personality, and a contrasting golden sweetness. Created for the ultimate diva, The One is at once tempting, modern, and glamorous, embracing a touch of classicism. The top notes radiate a vibrant luminosity, with a sun-touched citrus, while warm fruity notes of luscious lychee and succulent peach add to the delight. The passionate heart evokes an exploding femininity, with an opulent floral soul, creating a distinct, audacious signature. An unexpected hint of plum glows as the base finally blooms with luscious allure into the lasting warmth of vanilla and sweetened ambery-musk notes.

Notes:
Bergamot, Mandarin, Lychee, Peach, Madonna Lily, Muguet, Plum, Jasmine, Vetiver, Vanilla, Amber, Musk.

Style:
Tempting. Modern. Glamorous.

"Fashion Is Foremost Inspiration"
Suzanna

Usher's worst Christmas gift

Pop star Usher releases his new fragrance just in time for the holidays and reveals the worst Christmas present he's ever received. After you watch the video don't get caught giving a bad gift, scroll below and check out Usher's fragrances, Shower Gels, and body lotions for women.

Usher For Women Gift Set by Usher

Usher For Women by Usher for Women, Gift Set (3.4 oz Eau De Parfum Spray + 2.5 Body Lotion + 2.5 oz Shower Gel)It Has Top Notes Of Red Currant, Pink Freesia And Apple Blossom; A Heart Of Frangipani, Apricot Nectar, Blooming Jasmine And Passion Rose, And A Drydown Of Amber Wood, Sensual Musk, Cashmere Wood, Vanilla Orchid And Incense.

Usher For Women Body Cream by Usher

Usher For Women Body Cream by Usher 7.8 oz Butter Body Cream for Women. It Has Top Notes Of Red Currant, Pink Freesia And Apple Blossom; A Heart Of Frangipani, Apricot Nectar, Blooming Jasmine And Passion Rose, And A Drydown Of Amber Wood, Sensual Musk, Cashmere Wood, Vanilla Orchid And Incense.

Usher For Women Body Lotion by Usher

Usher For Women Body Lotion by Usher 6.7 oz Body Lotion for Women. It Has Top Notes Of Red Currant, Pink Freesia And Apple Blossom; A Heart Of Frangipani, Apricot Nectar, Blooming Jasmine And Passion Rose, And A Drydown Of Amber Wood, Sensual Musk, Cashmere Wood, Vanilla Orchid And Incense.

Usher Ur Mini by Usher, 5 ml Mini EDP for Women

Usher Ur Mini by Usher .17 oz Mini EDP for Women. Pop Star And Actor Usher Launched This Delectable Fruity/ Floral Scent For Women In 2008 As The Feminine Counterpart To His Men's Cologne Ur. Notes Include Fresh Peach, Freesia, Osmanthus, Jasmine, Honeysuckle, Peony, Woodsy Notes, Musk And Praline.

"Fashion Is Foremost Inspiration"

"Fragrance Of The Week" Willie D

Fragrance of the Week: Cleopatra by Tocca

Today's featured fragrance is going to be short and sweet! Inspired by the Mediterranean seductress, Tocca's Cleopatra eau de parfum captivates the senses. Cleopatra is infused with the crisp, fresh scent of juicy grapefruit and soothing cucumber. The fresh and sparkling grapefruit and lush greens fade into accords of sensual white jasmine and tuberose, leaving an exotic, rich dry down of warm patchouli, golden amber and rich vanilla musk.

"Fashion Is Foremost Inspiration"
Suzanna

Guide to Finding the Perfect Fragrance

Holidays are all about families and fragrance certainly fits right in. Here’s a guide that puts personality style together with the fragrance family to ensure the perfect fragrance gift.

First, know your nose! Perfumes are like musical compositions. The overture is the ‘top” note or the first impression when you try the scent on or open the bottle. The impact is immediate and sets up the next chorus of the fragrance which is the “middle note”. This is the very heart of the fragrance that stays with you longest before the final “base note” comes into play signaling the moment when the fragrance has truly developed to its fullest, lingering on the skin for many pleasurable hours.

Next, let’s talk fragrance like a pro. According to The Fragrance Foundation, who wrote the book on all things fragranced, perfumed and scented, fragrances are grouped into “families”. Florals, Orientals, Chypre (pronounced Sheep-ra), Woody, Fruity, Floriental, Citrus and Green are the most well-known. “It’s the magic and alchemy of the perfumer’s art to blend and mix the hundreds and thousands of ingredients that can make up an infinite variety of “scentsational” scents. Just like a composer does with music”, explains Rochelle Bloom, President of The Fragrance Foundation.

Now that you get the idea, here are some personality types that you might recognize on your holiday gift list and the fragrance “family” ingredients that would appeal to them:

For Him

Athletic: Citrus. Fresh and Brisk. Clean and simple.

Earthy: Fougere forest notes from oak moss, resin and geranium oil.

Dynamic: Smoky, pungent,masculine leather notes.

For Her

Sporty: Look for a fragrance that is light and sparkly. Citrus and green. The crystal-clean fresh tang of such fascinating ingredients as lemon, orange and lime. The zest and energy of freshly cut grass and dewy-green leaves.

Classic: Think Audrey Hepburn and Coco Chanel. Often single florals like rose or gardenia, sometimes balanced by a variety of contrasting, sophisticated notes from the perfumer’s palette.

Fashionista: A cutting edge Italian designer. A little black number from Paris or a style maven from the US? The fashion designer today uses individualist notes that range from sophisticated and mysterious to spicy and oriental. Get their style through a signature scent.

Romantic: Chypre and Floral Orientals work their magic. Often an uninhibited blend of exotic flowers, herbs and spices.

"Fashion Is Foremost Inspiration"

Suzanna