Swell Smells: Miss Pucci & Marc Jacobs Daisy

I am going to be totally honest here - I'm writing about this purely because I like the bottle. I wish I could see it in person, hold it in my hand, because I'm so intrigued. Is it flat-ish? Is it heavy?

So much goes into the making of a fragrance - no detail is overlooked - and when it comes to bottles, well they can be a powerful selling point. The prettiest bottle I have is a silver version of Marc Jacobs Daisy. I love to shoot it because I can catch a good reflection off of it - lots of fun. In the case of Daisy, you get a whole rang of flankers, too -  pins, necklaces, special edition bottles. Great idea - a collector is going to want all the different versions and someone who might not otherwise try Daisy might be drawn to one of the other versions and think, hhmm I think I need this in a big bottle....

The Miss Pucci is all new modern-version of a Pucci scent and it's available exclusively at Sephora.

Fragrance notes: Sicilian Lemon, Turkish Rose, Comoros Ylang-Ylang, Tunisian Orange Blossom, Arabian Jasmine, Texas Cedar, Florentine Iris, Musk

Do you have a favorite perfume bottle?

Image credits: Sephora and Chase Your Bliss Photography

Swell Smells: Marc Jacobs New Lola Ring

I'm sorry I've been gone so long. I started a new job this week and the training is kicking my butt! 

Have you seen this - a ring version of Marc Jacobs Lola perfume?

Cute! I have a feeling that Lola is going to be like Daisy, with a variety of accessories to go with it. I wore Lola just yesterday. I remember the first time I tried it. I walked into the grocery store and thought, "mm, someone smells good," and it was me! Pretty funny.

You can get the solid perfume ring for $21. It's only available in a size 7 for a limited time, so if Marc Jacobs perfume-jewelry is your thing, better grab one before they are all gone. Sephora shoppers give it a 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Marc Jacobs Lola fragrance notes: Pink Peppercorn, Pear, Grapefruit, Rose, Peony, Geranium, Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Musk

Swell Smells: Kat Von D & Adora

It looks like Kat Von D has a new fragrance in addition to her new man, (in case you haven't heard, she's dating recent Sandra Bullock ex, Jesse James. Whoop de doo...... Gossip, gossip, gossip...).

I like the bottle, but the top notes are a little fruit-heavy for my nose. Although, I do love the base notes of Patchouli, Musk, and Amber Wood. Sephora shoppers give Kat Von D's Adora 4.5 out of 5 stars. If you've had a chance to smell it, I'd love to hear your opinion.

Adora means "Beloved One" in Latin. For Kat, Adora reflects the next chapter in her personal evolution—an introspective renaissance discovered through deep layers, stories, and scars. She's a romantic soul with an edgy exterior. Adora is a sensual and passionate perfume journey—unexpected and provocative. This scent reveals a stirring glimpse into an enigmatic life…tortured, beautiful, and brutally honest. At the top, crushed juicy notes of lychée and boysenberry intertwine with thyme and a crisp shot of cassis. The heart fuses the distinct sweetness of hyacinth with jasmine to create floral notes, enhanced by freshly peeled mango. At the base, patchouli finds her spiritual matches with sheer musk and amber wood.

It's only available at Sephora. The rollerball Parfum is $16 and the 1.7 oz Eau de Parfum is $55.

Adora fragrance notes: Lychée, Boysenberry, Thyme, Cassis, Hyacinth, Jasmine, Mango Flesh, Patchouli, Sheer Musk, Amber Wood

Image credit: Sephora.com

Swell Shopping: Deals, Deals, Deals From ULTA

Planning a little shopping this weekend? ULTA has a few great deals going on. First, there's a simple one - Take $10 off any $60 purchase. Use the code M3SZ1A6AJJ at checkout to use this offer. It's valid until 6/26/10.


This is the perfect time to give bareMinerals mineral makeup line a try, if you haven't already. ULTA is carrying the 5-piece bareMinerals starter set for only $20. It comes with an Original SPF 15 Foundation, a Matte SPF 15 Foundation, an Original Mineral Veil, an All-Over Face Color in Warmth (my very favorite makeup product ever), and a Mini Full Flawless Face Brush. Great value.

The others are  free gifts with purchase offers. Like a Father's Day offer that I wrote about here - free cooler and mini grill when you make a $30 men's fragrance purchase. Or get a free over-sized beach tote when you purchase any 2 items from ULTA's Bath, Smoothies, and Suncare line. The totes are cute in bright, bold colors.

Image credit: ULTA

Swell Savings: CVS Pharmacy Beauty Days

I love saving money. Finding a bargain, adding up my savings, it gives me a bit of a thrill.

I got an email today telling me that CVS Pharmacy is running a Beauty Days promotion this Spring.

During Beauty Days, you can save on every day beauty items like hair color, shampoo, toothpaste, or fragrance. Gadzooks! That's the kind of news that I like to receive.


Here's an example of the savings you can find in April:


Week of April 18

*L’Oreal Excellence Hair Color: $5.49
*Crest Premium Toothpaste 6.2oz: $1.88 – lowest price of the year!
*VO5 Shampoo/Conditioner: $0.66
*Sally Hansen Complete Line: Buy 2 Get 1 Free

Week of April 25

*Revlon Complete Line: Buy 1 Get 1 50% Off
*Pantene 12.6oz Shampoo/Conditioner: 2 for $5.00
*Designer Fragrances ($14.99 and over): Buy 1 Get 1 50% off – Mothers day is May 9
*Value Robe: $5.99
*Essence of Beauty Complete Line: Buy 2 Get 1 Free

Become a member at CVS.com and you can enjoy further savings when you shop online:

*25% off all Beauty and Skincare (April 12 – April 13)

*20% off all Beauty and Skincare (April 13 – May 9)

CVS Pharmacy has a 100% money back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your beauty purchase, bring it back to CVS and they will refund your purchase.

Image credit: SXC.hu