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● Laura Thornberry ● Lifestyle Blogger ● London Based ●

AD - GIFTED | Do you love perfume? Are you constantly buying new fragrances for your collection, or are you looking to try something new and unique?

Many of us have that one signature scent that we go back to time and time again, but sometimes it's a good idea to have some extra ones just as a backup. Owning more than one fragrance in your collection gives you a number of options to use and to reflect your feelings, your mood and the occasions you're wearing the fragrance for. Just think of your fragrance as a final accessory to your outfit, and you can match your scent choice to your outfit vibe.

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 Choose Your Signature Scent
Many people have that one fragrance that they use over and over again. A signature scent is simply a fragrance that truly reflects and defines you as a person. For me, my go-to signature scent is definitely YSL Black Opium. This scent is so deep and musky, it's definitely a favourite of mine that I have repurchased multiple times. Having a signature scent something about yourself without saying a word, and helps to make a lasting impression. It also helps to reflect your individual style, and allows people to remember you when they smell the same fragrance elsewhere.

Consider Having Day and Night Fragrances/ Special Occasions
Having a selection of different fragrances can be useful, as they can be worn at different times of the day. Daytime fragrances are typically more energising and awakening, using light, fresh and airy notes, and featuring more sweet, fruity, floral and citrus scents. Nighttime fragrances are usually stronger and sexier, using deep, musky and spicy notes.

Special occasions call for special scents. Having a specific scent to remind you of previous important memories is something that is so special. Whether that's a certain holiday or your wedding day for example, having a special fragrance just for these occasions can help us remember the memories from that day.

Change Up Your Scents Seasonally
Like you would change up your fashion style each season, you can also switch up your fragrances to reflect the season ahead. For Spring, you may opt for fragrances packed with fresh, floral notes, as this will reflect the blossoming plants and the crisp, fresh air. Summer is all about sweet and fruity notes. The warmer weather brings a happier, more upbeat atmosphere, so think about fragrances with juicy berries, coconut and sweeter florals. When Autumn arrives, this will then bring the more musky and seductive aromas into your fragrance choices - maybe something warming like amber or sandalwood. And finally, when Winter hits and the colder weather starts, you'll generally opt for something warming and crisp. Mix these with sweet and spicy notes of vanilla, cardamom or cinnamon for that perfect winter scent. 
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Pairfum London Fragrance Library - The Ideal Perfume Experience

Pairfum London Fragrances

For those looking to try something new, or expand their current fragrance collection, The Perfume Experience Box might be exactly what you need. This fragrance library offers a new and different way to discover and try a range of different perfumes, suitable for any time and occasion. All Pairfum London fragrances are natural and handmade, enriched with essential oils. As well as this, they are also vegan, cruelty-free, and eco-friendly, making them have such a positive impact on the environment.

Pairfum London Fragrances

 Inside the Fragrance Library, there are 12 mini-sized bottles - giving you just the right amount of each to ensure you can try and test it enough. Each perfume bottle contains approximately 100 sprays, which is probably enough for 2 weeks wear. Inside the box, you also receive 50 paper strips to help you sample or share each perfume before you wear it. The 12 perfumes are in the following scents;

Bergamot, Basil & Patchouli
Black Cherry & Oolong Tea
Cardamom, Tonka & White Oud
Ginger, Elemi & Vetiver
Grapefruit, Pepper & Black Cedar
Mandarin Blossom & Sandalwood
Neroli, Musk, Orange Blossom
Pink Rose & Sensuous Musk
Scarlet Rhubarb & Oakmoss
Sea Salt, Sage & Amber
Spiced Coffee & Oaked Vanilla
Spiced Rum, Lime & Guaiac Wood

Pairfum London Fragrances

Each one of the perfumes included in the fragrance experience box shares a unique story about London and represents various areas of the capital. This aspect of the fragrances makes them so unique, so special and so niche, it's definitely a luxurious and exciting way to try new scents, and experience something so different.

"From the Royal Palaces to the Village Greens, from the Magnificent Parks to the Cottage Gardens, London is a bustling metropolis that has at its heart the sense of a village community. Our Inspirations come from the Orangeries and heady Flowers of Kew Gardens, the Victorian Bath Houses and Spas, the exotic spices and herbs in Fusion Cuisine, Afternoon Tea by the River, Strawberries and Cream during Wimbledon, the green aroma of Columbia Road Flower Market, the wonderful roasted coffee around St Katharine Docks, the smoky incense of Camden Town, the sweet antique woody note of the National Portrait Gallery and the richness of the spices floating on Portobello Road Market."

Pairfum London Fragrances

I've been using the Perfume Experience Box to change up my day-to-day fragrances, and this has allowed me to explore a variety of unique perfumes that I may never have got the chance to test out. By including Pairfum London fragrances into my perfume collection, this has given me a whole new approach to fragrance with many advantages. Not only have I been able to try new and unique scents, I have also experienced new fragrance combinations, and I have been able to interchange these fragrances on a daily basis, allowing me to see which scents I like the best.

Out of the 12 fragrances included in the Perfume Experience Box, the perfume I gravitated towards the most was the Black Cherry & Oolong Tea - an intense Eau de Parfum scent. This fragrance has a beautiful balance between being sweet, fruity, floral and smoky - a great combination of notes suitable for the Autumn/Winter season. This unisex fragrance is very crisp and fresh, and gives off a very elegant, sophisticated and empowering energy - a great everyday perfume, but also a good option for those who want a new evening or date night scent, with something very fruity, sexy, sensual and musky.

Have you heard of Pairfum London? Would you be interested in trying the Perfume Experience Box? What fragrance would be your favourite?

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 AD| Just moved into a new home? Or are you looking to give your personal space a little refresh? Why not opt for some home fragrances.

If you're unfamiliar, home fragrances come in a number of forms; candles, wax melts, reed diffusers, room sprays and incense sticks, to name a few. Using fragrance throughout your home can really help to enhance your living spaces. Smell is probably one of our most useful and important senses and it can influence our mood depending on the situation. By choosing the right home scents will let you express and share your individuality with visitors to your home, as well as putting that finished stamp of ownership on to your home.

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By using fragrances throughout your home, it can help create the perfect warm, welcoming atmosphere and might just be that finishing touch you require for making your house feel more like home. Using different scents in the rooms of your home can be very useful for determining the ambience you wish you evoke. For example, in your bedroom you may wish for a calming, relaxing scent like lavender, in your bathroom you may opt for a fresh, clean scent such as clean cotton or citrus, and in your living room/lounge you may go for something more warming like vanilla, amber or ginger. As well as creating a welcoming atmosphere, home fragrances also have the power to help reduce stress and anxiety, especially those infused with calming essential oils such as lavender.

As mentioned previously, home fragrances come in a wide variety. There are various item choices to be made when looking for your perfect product for your home. If you're staying indoors, candles and highly scented wax melts are a good option to go for if you are needing warmth, light and fragrance. Both these options require a little more time as they require melting and burning before you are able to notice the scent from them. 

Room sprays are perfect for those looking for a quick fix. Using room sprays are extremely easy as you can give a quick spritz over the room, and you get instant results. It’s the perfect way to add fragrance to your home quickly and unlike using a soy wax melt/candle, which requires time to melt the wax and burn away to release the scent into your home.

Reed diffusers are probably my go-to option when it comes to home fragrance. Reed diffusers are A popular home fragrance products that produce a constant aroma to any room without using resources such as electricity or heat. They are generally more long-lasting, as a majority of reed diffusers can scent your home for up to 8 weeks. As well as this, diffusers can be a very effective way of scenting your home that requires very little effort - all you need to remember if to rotate your reeds every week or so to keep the scent filling your home.

reed diffusers

Home fragrances come in a wide variety of fragrances to choose from - depending on your preferences. There is absolutely something out there for everyone. Most of the time, brands will produce fragrances to reflect seasonal times of the year, for example - winter berries, spices and citrus for Christmastime, coconut, fresh fruit and sweet scents for summer. Some of my favourite home fragrance scents include vanilla, orange, coconut, pine trees and lavender.

Memory and the sense of smell are linked and intertwined due to the anatomy of the brain. It's believed that certain scents can help you remember certain memories. Familiar scents can easily trigger specific memories that may have occurred years ago and instantly pull you back into remembering another time. In terms of home fragrance, you may have used scents in the past that could help you remember memories from the past such as your childhood home, Christmas times with your family, holidays, your wedding day and even purchasing your first home.

Finally, you will be able to find home fragrances in a number of high-street stores and supermarkets, as well as online for extremely affordable prices, making them available to everyone - especially those who have just moved into their new home, or those on a low income or tight budget. On the high-street, I usually pick up my home fragrance products from Primark. They offer such a variety of scents and home fragrance products to choose from, you'll be spoilt for choice. Online, littlemisstwiggietwinkles offers a wide variety of home fragrance products including wax melts, reed diffusers and seasonal products in a great selection of scents - I'd definitely be selecting the perfume and aftershave inspired scents for my home - especially Lady Million and Sauvage!

Do you currently use any home fragrances? What are your favourite scents to use in your home?
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 AD – GIFTED | Looking at adding a new scent to your collection, but can't choose a fragrance? Why not consider buying a selection of samples to test and try at home?

Whether you're looking for a new everyday fragrance, something for work, or even date night, it can be an extremely tough decision to make when deciding on a new fragrance you want to add to your collection, or if you want to try something completely different to your usual fragrance. If you're someone who struggles with this, Dolma Fragrances might be worth a try, as you can trial all of Dolma’s vegan perfumes to find the one that is perfect for you! 

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Dolma Discovery Box – is a cruelty-free, vegan perfume discovery box set that simply includes a selection of 12 women’s fragrances that are all completely unique, and perfect for any occasion. The 12 fragrances come in small, travel-sized friendly bottles, making them easy to keep in your handbag or makeup bag for when you're on the go. 

Amethyst Mist – a fragrance described as harmonious, calm and light. Featuring notes of warming cedarwood, sandalwood, patchouli and vetiver, with hints of white floral ylang-ylang and heliotrope, topped off with tangy accents of ginger, mandarin, cardamom and clove. 

Anahita - fruity, soft and poetic, Anahita is inspired by the Persian Goddess. A fragrance filled with juicy, fruity notes of peach and lemon, with a hint of floral carnation and ylang-ylang, and spicy notes of sandalwood and cypress.

Andromeda – celestial · dreamy · deep. Andromeda is a green floral perfume that lifts your spirit to the stars. Cyclamen and green crushed leave open up to a heart of jasmine and neroli, with deep shades of amber and vegan musk. Take to the stars with Andromeda.

Calista - fresh · citrusy · flowery. This beautiful scent opens with fresh notes of bergamot and lemon, revolving around a rich bouquet of jasmine, geranium, and ylang-ylang. It then melts into a sensual trail of sandalwood and Amyris. Resonate with Calista, Greek for most beautiful.

Compassion – warm · heartfelt · beautiful. Compassion is a perfume that evokes love at it’s most pure. Ylang-ylang takes the lead, delicately accented by tones of lemon and ginger. Notes of copaiba, vetiver, and amber finish off this white floral amber perfume.

Cushi B – fruity · spicy · nostalgic. Cardamom and cinnamon accentuate lively tones of lime and orange that rest on a floral heart of geranium, ylang-ylang and a deep base of patchouli—a floral creation with a twist of spice. 

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First Rain – earthy · grounding · connected. A strong base of mossy woods transports you deep inside a magical forest scene. Uplifted by the green balsamic notes of galbanum touched with whispers of jasmine, this earthy creation melds mind and nature.

Midnight Velvet – classic · timeless · elegant. An elegant oriental woody scent. Midnight Velvet perfume is the perfect match for your favourite vintage ensemble in deep, rich hues. A sweet and sticky resinous base with saffron and tonka to spice it up. 

Light Bloom – effortless · soft · clean. white florals; magnolia, lily of the valley and freesia resting peacefully on a bed of woods. Top notes of sweet orange and orange blossom evoke a quiet simplicity. Light Bloom vegan perfume is effortless and beautiful.

Sarabande - romantic · soft · floral. The romantic scent of rose with accents of geranium, followed with wood notes of resinous cypress, earthy patchouli and soft amber. 

Sun Joy – warm · sensual · fun.  A modern, playful fragrance, consisting of a woody base, blended with fresh notes of citrus, palm, rose and freesia. Perfect for a night out with the girls, or on a date night.

Vegamusk - simple · minimal · beautiful. Conveying a white hue, this fragrance opens on soft notes of jasmine and lily enriched with nuances of sandalwood on a bed of honey and musks cocktail.

dolma fragrance

Dolma Fragrances offers 100% vegan, cruelty-free fragrances for men and women. Our perfumes and colognes contain no parabens, palm oil or phthalates. All ingredients are sourced sustainably and ethically. Dolmas fragrances are held to high safety regulations to make sure they are not only safe for animals and the environment, but you too.

Overall, I was very happy with the Dolma Discovery Set, and think it's a great set for someone wanting to try something new. There was such a wide range of scents to try, from sweet, to fruity, to woody and floral. It has something for everyone, and any occasion that you will require a fragrance to complete your look.

What fragrance from the Dolma Discovery set would be your favourite?

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When it comes to fragrances, I like a lot of different scents. For me personally, celebrity fragrances can be quite hit and miss, I've tried a few before and been quite disappointed but this time Nicki Minaj got it oh so right! 

"Through a sultry and glamorous statement that raises the bar, Nicki redefines reality with a wink of playfulness. With a nod to her vibrant and animated personality. The striking bottle makes a glamorous statement, enticing fans to collect the next, must-have "doll" in the Nicki Minaj collection of fragrances. Minajesty sultry,floral gourmand scent reigns with luscious fruits and luxurious fresh florals, draped in creamy vanilla and pure musk."
Nicki Minaj 'Minajesty' Perfume

Minajesty is a very sweet and fruity but subtly floral, which combines to make a really lovely, light, fresh perfume. With notes of lemon and berries, mixed with vanilla and musk, and a light floral scent, this perfume is a winner for me. At first, the scent is a little strong, lots of fruity, sweet notes,  but once settled, it dies down to a lovely scent that can be used for daytime or evening wear. I find that the perfume is very long-wearing and lingers on the skin all day long, which is great as you wont need to top up.  It's a really great scent for the spring/summer time as it has such a light and fresh scent to it. The bottle is absolutely stunning. Its very bold, quirky and interesting to look at, I wouldn't imagine anything less from Nicki, making a great statement bottle to have in your collection.

Have you tried Minajesty before? Have you tried any Nicki Minaj perfumes before?
What are your favourite celebrity fragrances?
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As a beauty lover, one aspect of this is perfumes and fragrances, in which I am a HUGE fan. I love trying and testing out new scents and I believe you can never have too many! Recently I posted my Fragrance Wishlist, that shared some of the new fragrances that I am dying to get my hands on. But I was lucky enough to either snap these up for Christmas or purchased them myself in the Boxing Day sales, and even one for my Secret Santa gift!


Burberry Touch for Women
"A fruity, vibrant fragrance of California orange, blackcurrant, dewberry and subtle rose oil. Fresh top notes of seductive jasmine, Madonna lily and tuberose with a delicate hint of peach and raspberry. Cedar wood, oak moss and vanilla complement the fruity notes, adding a soothing warmth"

Paco Rabanne Olympea
"Her magnetic eyes and her fragrance take us into the wake of her seduction. Her fragrance is a unique olfactory adventure, at the crossroads between the sensuality of salty vanilla accord and the freshness of floral notes. A fresh oriental fragrance whose balance of the accords forms a genuine Paco Rabanne signature."

Rogue Love Rihanna
"ROGUE LOVE by Rihanna captures that moment when love first hits you with a wild rush that goes through your whole body. Delicious fruits tempt your senses with notes of fresh citrus and succulent peach mingling with the temptation of juicy berries. Just as the facets of love take multiple twists and turns, the core of ROGUE LOVE by Rihanna is built with layers upon layers of lush, rich florals. A bit uncontrollable like the fluttering of the love-struck heartbeat, the petals are a radiant texture with vibrant colours of honeysuckle, jasmine and orchid splashed with the simply irresistible seduction of coconut."

Pink Print Nicki Minaj
"The Pinkprint opens with a fresh mixture that includes bergamot, pink grapefruit and passion fruit. The heart is composed of nectarine, frangipani, orange blossom, heliotrope and roses. Coconut, driftwood accord, sandalwood, patchouli and skin musk end the composition."

Reb'l Fleur Rihanna
"Plump, delicious fruits, red berries, purple plums and juicy, ripe peaches, make a delicious first impression. Then the heart opens into a lush hybrid hinting at Island life, subtle yet intoxicating, blossoming with sumptuous florals, a passionate melody of Hawaiian Hibiscus flower, violet, tuberose and coconut water. Defiantly sexy, the base notes linger, a beguiling, sensual mélange. Vanilla, patchouli, amber and musk become a sultry chorus striking an unforgettable, emotional chord."

I'm looking forward to wearing all these new scents over the next few weeks, and will eventually be posting a week long series entitled "Fragrance Week", where I will share my thoughts and feeling about some of these scents, and some others that I picked up in Christmas gift sets.

What are your current go-to fragrances? Have you tried any featured in this haul? What perfumes are on your wishlist?
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AD - GIFTED | Every year it gets harder and harder to come up with some stocking filler gifts without being repetitive year after year. This year I've managed to find some affordable, different gifts that I think would make great stocking fillers for the women in your life. Whether they are into clothes, cars, beauty or food, they'll be something for everyone. 

Women's Stocking Fillers Christmas

Gift 1 - Depending on budget, perfume is a great present to give for Christmas, and whatever your budget, you'll find the perfect scent for the woman in your life. I'm such a lover of perfume and have found great high street scents, as well as more high-end scents, all of which I absolutely adore. Some of my favourites include Primark PS Love Noir, Ghost Eclipse, YSL Black Opium, and a recent addition to my collection, Giorgio Armani Si.

Carfume Women's Stocking Fillers Christmas

Gift 2 - The perfect gift for any time of year, but especially as a Christmas stocking filler. Carfume air fresheners* are a very unique gift and inspired by fragrances and perfumes, to keep your car smelling 10/10. Featuring some of the most popular women's scents including Lady Million, Black Opium and Alien. The glass bottles with bespoke, carved wooden tops look so elegant & will add a classy touch to your car whilst giving you a long lasting aroma. If you're unsure of which scent to pick, Carfume offer some gift sets where you can purchase 3 fragrances from the website, and it comes in such a stunning, luxurious box so there is no need to wrap. 

Women's Stocking Fillers Christmas Chocolate

Gift 3 - Everyone loves chocolate. Milk, dark, white or even flavoured chocolate, there is just such a huge range of choices. Christmas just wouldn't be the same without a sweet treat in your stocking. Lindt chocolate is my ultimate favourite and these flavours pictured above would be the best chocolate boxes to receive - as well as a selection box!

Women's Stocking Fillers Christmas


Gift 4 - Something for the beauty lovers that I picked up during lockdown that would make a great gift is a lash lift set. I picked mine up from Amazon and it was super affordable. These beauty kits are perfect for those who are into eye makeup, or simply want to go for more of a natural look with gorgeous curled lashes. Lash lift kits usually have around 5-10 uses in them, so if the girl in your life likes getting her lashes done, this kit will save them some coins.

Primark Women's Stocking Fillers Christmas


Gift 5 - It wouldn't be a Christmas stocking if you didn't receive some warm, cosy socks and fluffy pyjamas. These are the ultimate Christmas combo! For me, Primark is the home of cosy socks and pyjamas. They are so soft, so affordable and they come in so many different colours and styles, you could easily walk out with a new set for everyday of the week!

Home Women's Stocking Fillers Christmas

Gift 6 - A great gift to include in a stocking would be Reed Diffusers. I think they make such a great gift for anyone. There's so many different fragrances that you can choose from, and you can make your gift more personal for the recipient by choosing a scent that you know they will love. I found these diffusers in Superdrug, and they would make such a lovely, affordable stocking filler.

Women's Stocking Fillers Christmas Face Masks

Gift 7 - Face masks. Everyone loves a good face mask, especially during the winter time. These are the perfect stocking filler addition for any beauty lover. Face masks are a real treat for your skin, even during the colder month of the year, and the perfect addition to any pamper evening. I picked up these affordable face masks from Primark and Boots, both had such a variety to choose from, including sheet masks, peel off masks and clay masks.

If you need some more inspo, I previously published a women's gift guide in 2019, with some great ideas that could be suitable if you're still stuck. Check out my Men's Stocking Fillers guide if you need inspiration for any male in your life.

What stocking fillers will you be getting the women in your life this Christmas?

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 Women's perfumes and fragrances are the ideal gifts for anytime of the year, but especially Christmas. I know I've always got at least one or two on my list to add to my ever-growing collection. From YSL to Ghost to Primark, I've built quite the collection with a range of scents, there is always the perfect perfume for any occasion. But as always, I have perfumes on my Wishlist, and Christmas is the perfect time to get some new ones. 

So here's the 6 women's perfumes on my Christmas Wishlist this year!

Women's Perfumes

1. Ariana Grande - Cloud
"This addictive scent opens with a dreamy blend of alluring lavender blossom, forbidden juicy pear and mouth-watering bergamot. The heart of the fragrance is a whipped touch of crème de coconut, indulgent praline and exotic, vanilla orchid. Sensual musks and creamy woods add a cashmere like feel that seduces the senses."

I've been a huge fan of Ariana's perfume range. I've previously worn both ARI and Sweet Like Candy, and for celebrity perfumes, they are absolutely lovely and super affordable. This perfume would be perfect for everyday use, the scents itself are so fresh and fruity, it would be a stand out fragrance in your collection.

2. YSL - Black Opium Intense
"Blue absinthe, flavoured with wormwood, and aromatic herbs combines with anis and sweet blue boysenberry; jasmine sambac absolute fuses with orange blossom absolute, making up the sensual heart of the fragrance. At the base, the sultry coffee note that underpins the Black Opium iconic olfactory signature is accompanied by licorice, sandalwood and creamy vanilla for a deliberately daring, ultra-feminine scent."

The original Black Opium perfume from YSL is my absolute all time favourite. It's my go-to signature scent. I just can't get enough! But when I noticed there was a newer, more intense version of this, I knew it had to be mine. YSL fragrances never disappoint. They are so long-lasting, they make you smell incredible and they'll have you getting compliments all day long!

Women's Perfumes

3. Thierry Mugler - Alien
"Distinctive and mysterious, yet comforting and soft, Alien by MUGLER conveys passion sensuality and the essence of absolute femininity. Alien Perfume is a rich floral woody amber fragrance containing jasmine sambac, cashmeran wood and white amber it is a fragrance whose magic trails awakens your emotions. A scent like no other it is irresistibly appealing and totally out of this world..."

I've purchased Alien previously, so I have included this as this is such a great perfume for anyone, regardless of age. It's unlike any perfume that I've tried before. It has a very strong, deep scent, slightly musky and mysterious, that really lingers on the skin all day long. No need for top ups!

4. Hugo Boss - The Scent for Her
"Inspired by a journey of powerful seduction, 'Boss The Scent' for her exudes a sublime feminine elegance, warmth and seductiveness that unfolds gradually over time drawing the BOSS woman and the BOSS man closer."

Another perfume that I've worn previously but have now ran out of. The Scent by Hugo Boss is very light and fresh, with a sweet floral fragrance. It's a perfect perfume to take from day to night. So sophisticated yet delicate, it's definitely one to add to your collection.

Women's Perfumes

5. Gucci - Bamboo
"Gucci Bamboo perfume for her by Gucci encourages confidence and strength. A woody, floral women’s perfume that is beautifully feminine and natural. Warming woody notes flow through the women’s fragrance; deep sandalwood and amber combined with sweet Tahitian vanilla. A complementary contrast of exotic floral notes balances the perfume with soft undertones of Casablanca lily, orange blossom and ylang-ylang."

One brand that I'm yet to venture towards when it comes to perfumes is Gucci. I've added this one to my Wishlist not only to test the Gucci scent, but also because it's more of a sweet floral scent that I don't really have in my collection.

6. Giorgio Armani - Si
"Chic, sultry, intense and soft at the same time, Sì is a chypre scent reinvented, lingering on the skin and captivating the senses. It combines an inflection of three accords: blackcurrant nectar, modern chypre and light musky wood."

Again, Giorgio Armani is another brand that I haven't come across yet in terms of perfumes, but I've heard so many good reviews and recommendations of theirs, that I know I need to give it a try. The classic perfume 'Si' seems to be a firm favourite from the Armani fragrance line and is one that I would really love to try. The mixture of notes that are combined within the perfume sound absolutely lovely. Fruity and musky sounds like the perfect combination, and I know that I'll need to purchase this one soon!

What perfumes are on your Wishlist? What are your favourite fragrances?
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With my previous blog post being my Stocking Fillers Gift Guide for Men, I thought today I would do something similar, but share my own Christmas Wishlist. This is the first Christmas Wishlist that I have put on my blog and this year I actually have some kind of idea of gifts that I would definitely love to find wrapped up on Christmas morning. My wishlist features such a variety of gifts from beauty to homeware and fashion, so if you're still on the lookout for gifts to add to your Christmas list, grab yourself a coffee and have a look at what is on my wishlist for 2018!

Christmas wishlist

Way back in January, I shared with you one of my current favourite perfumes; YSL Black Opium, and I'm still loving it now! It's been my go-to perfume for the year and lately I've been using it sparingly as it's nearly empty and I don't want it to run out. Every single time I've worn it, I received handfuls of compliments and people asking what fragrance I'm wearing. It's such a gorgeous and luxurious scent, so deep, musky and sexy. Definitely one of the best perfumes I've ever tried!

If there is one thing that I love about Christmas, it's the strong smell of Christmas trees. I'm lucky in that every year we go and get a real Christmas tree from a local garden centre to put up in our living room. The fresh, pine scent fills the whole house and makes everything feel so much more festive! Whilst browsing The Body Shops website, I noticed they have a special Enchanted Forest Reed Diffuser and it just sounds incredible. It’s the perfect fresh, frosty pine scent to set the mood for the Christmas holiday season, and keep you in the Christmas spirit all year round.

Since I began blogging, Soap & Glory have become one of my favourite beauty brands. They offer such a variety of products from makeup to skincare to bath and body care. There's always so much to choose from. Included in their beauty gift set selection this year is the The Mask Force Five Gift Set. From brightening masks to under eyes to pore refining to purifying and plumping, there's definitely something for everyone and every skin concern. It's every skincare lovers dream gift and a pamper night must have!

When it comes to footwear, I'm 100% a trainers girl. They are just so comfortable and practical for day to day wear. Nike have always been my choice of brand when it comes to picking new trainers. I find their shoes to be long lasting, well fitting and super comfortable. Recently, I've been eyeing up the Nike M2K Tekno Trainers, especially in the Rose and White colourways. I'm usually always wearing black so I want to inject some colour into my outfits, and new footwear is a great way to accessorise and style your outfit up.

In my Autumn beauty wishlist, I featured the new NARS Climax Mascara. It's been something I've wanted to try since I've seen so many great reviews. I've not really tried any high-end, more luxurious makeup brands before, as I'm always shopping in the drugstore. Retailing at £21, it's definitely has a much higher price point than my trusty Rimmel Lash Accelerator Mascara, which is a lot more affordable at just £7.99.

Would any Christmas wishlist be finished without some sort of bath and body set?! One of my favourites this year is definitely the Baylis & Harding Rose Prosecco Fizz Gift Set. I've used products from this collection before, and the scent is incredible! The fun and festive Christmas tree design set contains 100ml Bauble Shower Crème, 100ml Bauble Bath Crème, 100ml Bauble Bath Milk and 2 x gold foil wrapped Bath Fizzers. The gift set is fragranced with such a lovely sweet scent of Rose Prosecco Fizz, it's perfect for your next pamper night!

I've wanted a Faux Fur Throw Blanket for so long now, but I just can't seem to find one that I love. All I know it that I either want a nice dark brown or grey coloured throw, that will definitely make my room feel super warm and cosy.

Does it make me sound old if I've got an electric toothbrush on my Christmas wishlist? I'm getting really bored of using an old-fashioned manual toothbrush, and would love to ditch them for an electric version. I'm completely fascinated by the new Oral B Genius 9000 Rose Gold Electric Toothbrush. Featuring 6 built-in modes: Pro Clean, Daily Clean, Sensitive, Tongue Cleaning, Whitening, and Gum Care. This is just completely mind-blowing and amazing technology.

 I've seen a lot of these Super Cosy Fleece Bedding Sets recently, and it's made me super jealous that I don't currently own one. I know that if I did have one, it would be so hard for me to get out of bed every morning. Super-soft and ultra-cosy, the fleece bedding set is perfect for the cold winter!

I absolutely love receiving new perfumes and fragrances as gifts. There are so many amazing scents out there, that there will always be something new to try. In terms of celebrity fragrances, I've previously tried out scents from both Rihanna and Nicki Minaj, and I've had my eyes set on something by Ariana Grande. A cracking gift for Christmas is the Ariana Grande Mini EDP Gift Trio. A collection of Ariana’s signature mini fragrances is the perfect gift as it would let you try out a few of the scents in mini, travel sized form, before buying a larger size perfume. Featuring 7.5ml bottles of her ARI, Moonlight and Sweet Like Candy scents, in a cute and playful cracker package. It's the perfect gift this Christmas.

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AD - GIFTED| With the lockdown rules lifted in terms of non-essential retail, Christmas shopping can now get underway and we can pick up the perfect presents for our friends and family. I previously published a Men's gift guide in 2018 and 2019, with some great ideas. This year, I've managed to find some affordable gifts that I think would make great stocking fillers for the men in your life. Whether they are into cooking, cars, beauty or food, they'll be something for everyone.

mens toiletry christmas gift set

Gift 1 - The perfect stocking filler gift for any man in your life. These toiletry gift sets will definitely come in handy, definitely get used and keep them smelling clean and fresh! These are great to gift to brothers, dads, grandads, and any other male relative. They are also super affordable so it makes a great little extra to add to a stocking or as a gift for under the tree.

bbq sauce christmas gift set

Gift 2 - For the foodies out there, food and drink gift sets are a great addition to a stocking this Christmas. The quote "the way to a man's heart is through his stomach" is quite relevant here, as this BBQ gift set is simply stunning and an ideal gift for any man who knows his way around a kitchen- or even a barbecue! These foodie gift sets allow you to try a whole range of new flavours, and allow you to be super experimental in the kitchen.

carfume air freshener

Gift 3 - The perfect gift for any time of year, but especially as a Christmas stocking filler. Carfume air fresheners* are a very unique gift and inspired by fragrances and perfumes, to keep your car smelling 10/10. Featuring some of the most popular men's scents including Dior, Creed and Paco Rabanne. The glass bottles with bespoke, carved wooden tops look so elegant & will add a classy touch to your car whilst giving you a long lasting aroma. If you're unsure of which scent to pick, Carfume offer some gift sets where you can purchase 3 fragrances from the website, and it comes in such a stunning, luxurious box so there is no need to wrap. 

christmas chocolates

Gift 4 - Everyone loves chocolate, and Christmas just wouldn't be the same without a sweet treat in your stocking. Chocolate coins are a Christmas staple, and perfect for anyone, regardless of their age. Another favourite is Lindt chocolate. The chocolate is so rich and luxurious, my all time favourite being the Lindor truffles. There is so many flavours of chocolate these days, you'll be spoilt for choice. Whether they like the basic milk, dark or white chocolate, or something fancier like chilli or salted caramel, make sure their Christmas stocking has some chocolate, and you'll have a very happy man.

novelty primark christmas socks

Gift 5 - Socks can definitely be that present men really hate and it can seem quite boring receiving them at Christmas, but in all honesty, they are definitely an essential gift for any man. But it's always nice to change it up and to find some really cool and quirky Christmas socks. How cute are these skiing Santa dinosaurs? Novelty socks are also a great secret Santa present, I know Primark and H&M do some great designs, so if you're looking for socks, go check them out! 

hot sauce christmas gift set

Gift 6 - Finally another food gift similar to the BBQ set, but this time it's hot sauce! Perfect for the chilli sauce lover who wants something different. This particular set offers 4 delicious sauces that will spice up any meal. Inspired from different countries of the world, this hot sauce set will have you cooking up a storm and exploring new flavours/cuisines.

What stocking fillers will you be getting the men in your life this Christmas?

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 Way back in 2018, I posted my first Christmas Wishlist. This featured a selection of products from beauty to trainers to perfumes, and much more, and to be honest, nothing has really changed since then. This year, I still have some beauty gift sets, fragrances and trainers on my Wishlist and below are what I'm hoping to get for Christmas.

ladies perfumes

When it comes to perfumes and fragrances, I'm always after trying new scents and adding to my large collection. I like quite fruity, musky, fresh and sweet scents. Two perfumes on my Christmas list are Ariana Grande's Cloud and Paco Rabanne's Lady Million.

Ariana Grande Cloud - "Ariana Grande CLOUD opens with a dreamy top blend of alluring lavender blossom, forbidden juicy pear and mouth-watering bergamot. The heart features a whipped touch of crème de coconut, indulgent praline and exotic, vanilla orchid. Sensual musk and creamy woods fade out for a cashmere-like feeling that seduces the senses."

Lady Million - "Floral woody fresh - A trail of white flowers awakens the skin with fresh notes and exudes an intimate woody warmth. Honey and patchouli. Dangerously sexy. A trail of fresh white flowers, warmed with woods. Bursting: neroli and bitter orange collide with a ripple of raspberry. Intense: orange blossom absolute and sambac jasmine. Addictive: entwined, honey and sexy patchouli."

ladies trainers

When it comes to footwear, trainers are definitely my thing. I love being comfortable in the shoes that I wear, and trainers are the perfect everyday shoe. This year in particular I've built up quite the collection of trainers and two pairs that I would love to receive as presents are the White Nike Air Force 1s and the Adidas Ozweego's pictured above.

ladies christmas beauty gift sets

Is it really Christmas if you don't receive a beauty gift set of some kind? Two of my ultimate favourite brands for Christmas sets are The Body Shop and Soap and Glory. Every year they offer some of the most gorgeous and affordable gift sets, it makes choosing some for Christmas extremely hard. This year it's been hard to pick a couple to save into my Wishlist, but somehow I've chosen a couple that would make great Christmas gifts.

The Body Shop Festive Berry Little Gift Box - This box includes a good selection of products including Festive Berry Shower Gel, Festive Berry Body Yogurt, Festive Berry Hand Cream, and the Festive Berry Body Scrub.

Soap & Glory Sugar Crush Collec-Tin Christmas Gift Set - The Sugar Crush scent is my ultimate favourite from Soap & Glory. I don't actually remember the last time I bought anything from this range. It's definitely been a while so I'm hoping to get this for Christmas. This set includes Body Buttercream, Bath Fizzer, Hand Cream, Miracle Moisture Mask, Under-Eye Brightening Hydrogel Patches, all encased in a beautiful decorative tin.

ladies hair care gift sets

I like to put some more luxurious and expensive haircare products on my Christmas wish list as these can be a real treat. Two brands that I would love to try out are Kerastase and Moroccan Oil - both of which I've heard such great reviews about. Throughout 2020 I've really tried to take much better care of my hair, and make sure it stays healthy and strong, and sometimes you definitely need to splurge on some great products for great results.


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