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My Fragrance Five

My Fragrance Five

One of my favourite things is fragrance! Actually, I think fragrance is my favourite thing! A lovely scent can change your mood in an instant, and there is nothing like wearing a fragrance that makes you feel exquisite. I like to keep my options open, and as much as I like the idea of a signature scent, honestly life is too short not to indulge in as many pleasures as possible! Why not explore them all? So at the moment, I’ve been rotating amongst these five fragrance faves..

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January 30, 2018
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Four New Summer Scents To Swoon Over

Four New Summer Scents To Swoon Over

Oh la la! As with any new season, we get spoilt with more choice for fragrances, and there are a few lovely new launches to choose from right now! Since there are a handful of scents, I’ll be breaking this feature up into a four-part series, and today we focus on part one; intense scents for summer.

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October 13, 2017
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3 Limited Edition Fragrances You Will Love

3 Limited Edition Fragrances You Will Love

Fragrance collectors and lovers pay attention, as today I’ve got the scoop on three lusty, limited edition fragrances that you will adore…

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March 23, 2017
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Sì Le Parfum

Sì Le Parfum

Magnifying the femininity of strong women with a dazzling wake, this October Giorgio Armani releases a new chapter to the popular and beautiful Sì fragrance line. Sì Le Parfum is a rare gem; a vibrant and sensual fragrance with a new intensity of amber accord.

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August 26, 2016
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New, Seductive Fragrance Launches For The Guys

New, Seductive Fragrance Launches For The Guys

Happy Fragrance Friday! With Father’s Day this weekend, I thought I’d dedicate today’s Fragrance Friday to two new fragrance launches for the guys…

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June 17, 2016
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Save Water! #1DayOn10Liters

Save Water! #1DayOn10Liters

On Tuesday this week was World Water Day and together with a whole lot of other bloggers and influencers, Giorgio Armani challenged us to take part in the #1DayOn10Liters online awareness campaign. In a nutshell, the challenge was about using only 10 litres of water for just one day to do everything we’d normally do, from cooking to cleaning to drinking and washing. It was a tough one, but I actually managed quite well on my 10 liters. I managed to wash both my hair and myself (body and teeth), drink 1 cup of coffee, 2 cups of tea, make lunch and I still had more than half my allowance left. We went to a movie premiere that night (#BatmanVSuperman) so I didn’t have to cook, but I think I’d have been ok on my allowance. It’s amazing how far you can make 10 liters go when you have to. The challenge really opened up my eyes to how much water we consume. It’s so easy to open the tap and not think about it. When you brush your teeth for example, you let the water run while you brush and check your pores in the mirror. When you’re showering, while the water is running over you,…

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March 24, 2016
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World Water Day #AcquaForLife

World Water Day #AcquaForLife

On the 22nd March is World Water Day and a great time to stop and think about the importance of this natural element, which in many places is not only scarce, but where clean water is difficult to come by! As little as 10 Litres of water a day is considered a luxury in some places. 10 Litres! Now imagine your day to day life and having just 10 Litres a day to get you through your daily activities; including cooking, cleaning, hygiene and drinking. Could you manage just #1DayOn10Liters?

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March 20, 2016
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Armani Sì Huile de Parfum #SaySi

Armani Sì Huile de Parfum #SaySi

Brace yourselves for an absolutely exquisite fragrance experience this October, as the house of Giorgio Armani reveals its much anticipated Armani Sì Huile de Parfum. A new, highly concentrated fragrance oil and a fragrance ritual that will change the way you view perfume. A mysterious and bewitching art to creating your own unique fragrance journey… “I reveal to you my beauty In a tunic of the finest royal linen Infused with balsamic essence And steeped in perfumed oils” * Armani Sì Huile de Parfum is the latest sensorial interpretation of the Sì brand and the first perfume with a pipette. It’s a heavenly elixir with an exceptional concentration that will leave a long and lingering sensual wake on your skin. Composed of a royal nectar of blackcurrant, a heart of black and creamy woods, intensified with modern chypre, Armani Sì Huile de Parfum offers you a long lasting scent, that’s highly concentrated for a deeper Sì fragrance journey. Placed delicately on the pulse points, where the blood flows close to the surface and warms the skin, Sì Huile de Parfum wraps women in a subtle and persistent trail. Apply it behind the ears, on the nape of the neck, in the hollow of the throat, on the chest, in the crease of the elbow, on the wrists, on the lower…

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October 16, 2015
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#SaySì To Myself and Win with Giorgio Armani [CLOSED]

#SaySì To Myself and Win with Giorgio Armani [CLOSED]

Today’s modern woman does it all. We work hard, we focus on our career, our family, our relationships, our friends, our community… we want it all and we do it all. But how often do you stop along the way and remember YOU? How many times have you put off “me time” to do something else for someone else? This September, Italian Maestro, Giorgio Armani reveals a second chapter in the #SaySì story, once again featuring the beautiful Australian actress Cate Blanchett. The second chapter, will be revealed on the 13 September 2015, with a new collection of Cate’s emotions and a new declaration of femininity… As we lead up to the launch of the new campaign, I’ve got an exciting giveaway, where you could win one of three Giorgio Armani Sì fragrances. But first, lets quickly recap on the Sì fragrance collection… It started in 2013 with the launch of Sì Eau de Parfum. The essence of Armani Style. Chic, sultry and elegant, Sì Eau de Parfum plays on emotion, true to the Giorgio Armani couture spirit. The juice combines the inflection of three accords: blackcurrant nectar, modern chypre, and blond wood musk with touches of freesia and May rose. A perfume for women that reveals her freedom, passion, love and her vibrancy. In 2014, the house launched Sì…

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September 7, 2015
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Fragrances That Man, Dad, Is Going To Love

Fragrances That Man, Dad, Is Going To Love

With Father’s Day around the corner, and some sexy new scents for the guys, I thought today would be a perfect time to show you gals my fave three fragrances that your number one man is going to love! Yves Saint Laurent KOUROS SILVER Oh-My-GAWD! This fragrance…! It’s one of those follow me around scents that literally sweeps you off your feet! KOUROS – the original (in the white bottle) that was launched in 1981 (my birth year by the way) has always been one of my fave scents for guys! I love, love, love it! So, before I sniffed the new KOUROS SILVER, I was half expecting not to fall in love – but one whiff, and I got all weak in the knees! KOUROS SILVER is a celebration of the contemporary image of the male body, uniting power, style and masculinity. Its the embodiment of strength and the archetype of glory — like ‘Heracles’, towering between triumph and sexiness. KOUROS SILVER is fresh and intense. The fragrance explodes with an aromatic blend of green apple, combined with woody ambers and crisp sage! Besides the fragrance being totally irresistible and kinda stalkarish, the KOUROS SILVER campaign is also fronted by South African…

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June 12, 2015
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Sun Shadey Days – New Sunglass Styles from Luxottica

Sun Shadey Days – New Sunglass Styles from Luxottica

Today I’m super excited, because I get to show you gals some of the hot new sunglass styles on offer from Luxottica’s brands! I love them all so much… and as I always say, a girl can never have too many shoes, perfumes or sunglasses! Brace yourselves though, for a bazillion-and-one sunglass selfies… Dolce & Gabbana First up, Dolce and Gabbana. The new range from the Italian powerhouse is absolutely jaw dropingly beautiful. Sophisticated, elegant and ladylike, but all while maintaining a serious glam factor… One of the biggest statements I’ve noticed Dolce & Gabbana making, are square frames. Whether simple square frames, or really extravagant ones that have beautiful hand made roses embellishing the entire frame! These  kinda remind me of a heavily frosted cake! I just want to eat them up! It’s all about the detail, with gorgeous temples, encrusted with cute and a little quirky bling-bling! Kinda obsessed with these (real) lace shades! At first, I thought the colour wouldn’t match my dark hair, but surprise, surprise… they are winners! Absolutely loving these floral options… Go all out with floral prints throughout your frames, or opt for more subtle versions (like the back pair) that have simple black frames in front, with a surprise floral detail hidden inside.…

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May 6, 2015
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The Courage to #SaySì by Giorgio Armani

The Courage to #SaySì by Giorgio Armani

Giorgio Armani has always said yes to effortless, impeccable style and timeless luxury. Dressing women who embody their epoch. Strong, sensual women who dare to live life to the fullest. Earlier this week, I shared a little teaser clip about the new Giorgio Armani Sì EDT, to inspire you to say “Sì” to emotion. Before I announce my three winners, I wanted to give you full access into this beautiful digital film. It features five women and focuses on five intense moments of life… destiny, self-confidence, emotion, courage and love. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kc5pdmZA91o&feature=youtu.be The fragrance is absolutely lovely. It’s delicate and seductive, with a spark of fruity notes coupled with woody, amber and patchouli. In one word, it’s irresistible, but be sure to check out my full review on Armani Si EDT here Ok, now onto my winners… It was a tough one picking only three winners, and I just want to thank all of you that entered. Thank you for pouring out your hearts (even though it may not have been the easiest thing to do). I wish I could make you all winners, but in the end there can only be three! So, congrats to these gals… Hanmarie Roos (via…

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March 27, 2015
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