October 24, 2018
by Julia DiNardo
Fragrance has always been a big deal for me in that just like body wash and deodorant, it has felt like an essential, next logical step in getting oneself ready for the day. I infrequently have a scent that is my signature and rather prefer to switch it up with the change of the seasons or even on a daily basis and occasion at hand. If you’re also in the mood to switch things up, here’s a few of my favorites, both new and considered classics (in my book) that will refresh your scent collection and give the act of getting dressed a newborn zest.

Inspired by the designers’ travels, Proenza Schouler Arizona Eau de Parfum ($130 for the 3 oz bottle; Saks.com); a rich floral accord that includes notes of living white cactus flower and creamy orris accord. As if the scent wasn’t good enough, the gorgeous organic angles of the bottle make quite an artful statement on your vanity.

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March 1, 2016
by Rachael Comeau

Recently Lanvin unveiled its newest and arguably best yet fragrance, Éclat de Fleurs, which epitomizes femininity with both floral and fruity notes. FPD took in the featured and most prominent scent elements at the launch event last week, which include pear, a bouquet of flowers, white musk, and sandalwood. This fragrance follows the 2002 release of Eclat de Arpège, inspire by the bond between house founder Jeanne Lanvin and her daughter.
This previous fragrance was used as further inspiration for Éclat de Fleurs, which is described by the brand as “feminine, fresh, and spontaneous, that gives off both lightness and joy.” The aim is to give the impression of a sunny spring afternoon, which it certainly does, in full sensory aromas. The bottle features a carved out flower, resembling the marguerite, which is also the name of Jeanne Lanvin’s daughter. The fragrance is priced at $82 for the 1.7 oz. size, and $105 for the 3.3 oz., and is available now exclusively at Nordstrom.
May 10, 2012
by Julia DiNardo
[Image via Le Labo]
[Image via Strange Invisible Perfumes]
Two successful companies with the same values, yet different aesthetics, have collaborated to introduce “The Perfume Commune.” Le Labo and Strange Invisible Perfumes have joined forces to introduce a new way to bring much-needed detail to perfumes and to reinstall the glamour of the fragrance industry. Both stores now happily co-exist alongside one another on Abbot Kinney Boulevard in Venice, California, offering close to fifty perfumes collectively.
Though they are different in many regards, both agree on quality, as each fragrance is hand-blended and bottled in-house, which prioritizes the standards of the ingredients and esthetics. Alexandra Balahoutis from Strange Invisible Perfumes acknowledges the success of a collaboration involving two different companies; “Le Labo’s creations are different from mine, yet the two perfumeries are somehow complementary.” Both Le Labo and Strange Invisible Perfumes have one goal, which Fabrice Penot of Le Labo states; “the intention behind our work is the same: to make life more beautiful through the art of perfumery.” We couldn’t agree more!
– Ambika Makin
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October 18, 2011
by fashion pulse contributor
[DIANE Fragrance Eau de Parfum, 100 ml, $110]
Celebrate with fashion royalty, Diane Von Furstenberg, as she travels around the U.S. for the launch of her newly released fragrance Diane. Those who purchase her premier perfume will have the opportunity to meet the designer and have their fragrance autographed, an incredible memory and keepsake.The fragrance is deeply personal, reminiscent of all of Diane’s accomplishments, fame, and influence in the industry (not to mention that it is ultra-feminine and we love it!).
Catch Diane at one of her next five stops in the Diane fragrance tour:
October 19th – Bellevue, WA @ Nordstrom 7-9 pm
October 21 – South Coast Plaza, CA @ Nordstrom 6-8 pm
October 27 – SoHo, NY @ Sephora 6-8 pm
November 1 – Dallas, TX @ Sephora 2:30-4:30pm
November 3 – Aventura, FL @ Sephora 5:30-7:30 pm
-Alana Quagliariello
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