By Chloe Schneider
It’s nearly Valentine’s Day so get in the mood with a new romantic scent that will make all the guys swoon. There’s nothing quite as sexy as a spritz of a floral scent on the nape of your neck so we’ve picked some of our favourites to get you and your man’s pulses racing…
Become Irresistible
Yves Saint Laurent Belle d’Opium
Yves Saint Laurent’s latest perfume oozes sensuality and mystery. White flower scents are said to catch the attention of guys so with notes of Casablanca Lily and Gardenia, Belle d’Opium is a sure fire way to seduce your Valentine. Spicy woods, white pepper and bitter fruits complete this fragrance, adding the depth that makes it so modern and irresistible.
The electric blue bottle has gold detailing and a red wick that make it a glamorous addition to your vanity table.
Available from Myer, David Jones and selected pharmacies and perfumeries from the 30th January 2011 (30ml – $80.00, 50ml – $110.00, 90ml – $140.00)
Sultry Sweet
Elizabeth Arden Pretty Hot
If you want to give off an air of sexy confidence, try Elizabeth Arden’s Pretty Hot. Mid notes of red peony and pimento blossom beautifully complement lush red currant, blood orange and mandarin while a rich base of amber and patchouli completes the scent.
We love that this scent is prettily feminine and subtly sensuous at the same time. Wear with a body con dress and killer heels to a scorching hot date.
Available from Myer, David Jones & selected pharmacies from the 6th February 2011 (50ml – $90.00, 100ml – $125.00)
Girly Grace
Givenchy Dance
This light pink bottle prettily catches the light, evoking an ultra-feminine feeling that is a perfect reflection of the fragrances. Like a dancer, this scent is graceful and free-spirited to inspire irreverent romance.
Fruity notes of apple and mandarin are harmonised with lively vanilla and woody base notes to create this intoxicating fragrance. It’s delicious and very man friendly.
Available exclusively at Perfume Connection from 31st January 2011 (50ml – $75.00)
The Portable Purse Pack
Gucci Guilty Purse Spray
Gucci have recently introduced the ultimate in portable luxury; a set of four 15ml glass vials of Gucci Guilty that can easily fit into your purse or desk and even through airport security so you can spritz your signature scent at any point during your valentine’s dinner or romantic getaway.
Guilty is a potent, super sexy blend of oriental florals, mandarin and pink pepper with a patchouli base; perfect to turn heads or seal the deal.
For stockists call (02) 9695 5678 ($119.00)
True Romance
Galliano Parlez moi d’Amour
John Galliano is famously a romantic and storyteller and his latest fragrance is testament to that fact, celebrating the beauty of old-fashioned romance. Encased in a beautiful pink glass bottle cut with an envelope outline and features a pretty stamp in the right corner, just like a love letter.
Galliano said of the fragrance, “With the internet, mobile-phone and email the art of falling in love seems to have lost its charm… I want to create a fresh young essence that is unforgettable.”
The original combination of blueberry, ginger, bergamont, lavender and musk is young, refreshing and oozing with romance. We’d wear it for a leisurely date with the one you love.
Available from Myer, David Jones, The Perfume Connection and selected independent stockists from the 6th of February 2011 (50ml – $99.00, 80ml – $119.00)
Spirited Femininity
Vivienne Westwood Naughty Alice
The latest from the very playful house of Vivienne Westwood encapsulates her playful and highly creative imaginary world. With oriental florals at its heart and warming ylang-ylang at its base, this daring young fragrance is perfect of the mischievous girl.
We’re in love with this gorgeous bottle with a heavy glass falcon and a beautiful charm adorning the neck which double as a pretty gold bracelet. All the single ladies – this is the fragrance for you. Team up with a knock out dress and you are ready to set hearts on fire.
Available from 6 February 2011 from Myer and David Jones (30ml – $65.00, 50ml – $95.00, 75ml – $125.00)
