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Stella McCartney launched her debut fragrance, Stella, in 2003. Beautifully feminine with a modern edge, the rose-toned scent has been among my three favorite fragrances. Over the years, the Stella collection grew and grew, with Rose Absolute (a stunning creation that shouldn’t have been discontinued), Stella in Two (Peony & Amber), StellaNude, and the annual limited-edition Sheer Stella (2004-2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011).
I always wondered when (rather than whether) a second fragrance would be launched and how it would compare with Stella. The anticipation was over with the arrival of L.I.L.Y this month.
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(images/info from Jo Malone)
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For spring 2012, Jo Malone has released two new items this month to add to its popular Red Roses range just in time for Valentine’s Day. The new additions are:
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One of the ideas that Jo Malone advocates is Fragrance Combining, which helps create a bespoke scent. The Fragrance Chronicles from the brand embody this concept beautifully, and today I am featuring the limited-edition English Pear & Freesia Fragrance Chronicle (£72) for holiday 2011.
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Jill Stuart will release its spring 2012 makeup collection in Japan on January 13th. Have a look at images of the collection at Biteki.com. Not surprisingly, it is pink and more pink.
The collection includes:
– Jewel Crystal Eyes (1 new variation)
– Jelly Eye Color N (2 new shades)
– Crayon Eyeliner (2 shades)
– Mix Blush Compact (1 new variation)
– Blush Blossom (1 new variation)
– Lip Jewel (2 new shades)
– Jelly Lip Gloss (5 new shades)
– Nail Color N (3 new shades)
All the items in this collection are limited editions except the 2 shades of Crayon Eyeliner.
Also, on February 3rd, Jill Stuart will release additional items in the Jill by Jill Stuart fragrance range. The new items are:
– Jill by Jill Stuart Sweet Dreams Love Body Milk
– Jill by Jill Stuart Sweet Dreams Love Hair Mist
– Jill by Jill Stuart Sweet Dreams Love Candle
I will update this post with more information later on.
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Updated on December 15th, 2011:
Images of the spring 2012 makeup collection:
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Launched in September, Burberry Body is the brand’s latest fragrances and one of the brand’s biggest product launches. It is positioned by Burberry as a brand launch, not just a fragrance launch. Burberry set out to craft a scent that encapsulates the essence and various facets of the world of Burberry and a scent that carries a sophisticated, classic, modern and iconic aura. The result is Burberry Body.
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by PJ on Sunday, October 9, 2011
in fragrance
(image from Costume National)
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Costume National is an Italian fashion brand founded by Ennio and Carlo Capasa in 1986. The brand has released several fragrances (Scent, Sheer, Gloss, etc). Pop Collection, inspired by the pop art of Andy Warhol, is its latest creation.
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Elégance will release its holiday 2011 makeup & fragrance collection in Japan on November 18th. The collection includes:
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