Featured Fragrances! Scents that deliver…
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Nyakio Perfume Oil 
I am one of those people who found my signature fragrance several years ago and have not strayed from it yet (in case you’re curious, it’s Fendi). However, I was recently introduced to the Nyakio body products line, and I loved everything I tried. The body scrubs are delicious, the body cremes are decadent and very different, and the dry body oil is a total luxury! Nyakio (say Ny-KAY-oh), in case you are unfamiliar, was conceived by Nyakio Kamoche, who is a first generation American citizen with roots in Kenya. Nyakio’s sexy, spicy concentrated perfume oil is both feminine and sultry. What they say, “The fragrance is derived from coconut, sandalwood, apricot, and amber accented by a light musk. ” I don’t really smell any of these individual notes; in fact, if someone had told me that these were the notes that this fragranced is comprised, I would have said, “No thanks…” Instead what I say, “I love it!” Nyakio’s purfume oil is the first fragrance I have tried that has convinced me to stray from my favorite scent, at least a few times a week. You can find Nyakio online at www.nyakio.com
Creative Scentualizations Perfect Vanilla
I have always loved vanilla; I suppose that most people, men and women included, do. Well, I was browsing the fragrance section of my favorite boutique recently and discovered a fragranced called Perfect Vanilla. What the heck, thought I. I spritzed a little on my wrist and sniffed. Much to my surprise, I not only noted a lovely vanilla scent, but I also detected orange and musk…also favorite scents of mine. The boutique was thoughtful enough to post some information about the perfumery and its scents and I discovered that Perfect scents were created by a perfumery called Creative Scentualizations and that the Vanilla scent I sampled includes notes of Israeli Blood Orange (I knew there was orange in there!) and tobacco (hmmm…really). Apparently this fragrance is quite popular with both men and women (big surprise. Hello, vanilla and tobacco? Yummy.) I promptly asked the boutique for a sample to take home. I have since been back to make the relationship with this new fragrance official and committed to a purchase….oh, boy! If you’re not a fan of vanilla, you may do well to explore the other scents available through Creative Scentualizations. I am intrigued myself with scents like Perfect Gardenia, Perfect Nectar, Perfect Bliss, Perfect Veil and Perfect Love. One other great thing about their website: they offer samples of all their scents, AND the scents included in them (they have a sample of Chocolate, for instance) for $1.50 each. All these perfect scents can be researched online at www.creativescent.com.
My All-Time Favorite: Fendi
Launched by the design house of Fendi in 1985, FENDI by Fendi is classified as a flowery fragrance. This feminine scent posesses a blend of leather, rose, sandalwood, amber and musk. I hardly call this fragrance “flowery” myself…more of a clean and spicy scent. I have worn Fendi for so long that you can open any of my drawers (don’t you dare!) or venture into my closet (what the h*** are you doing in there?!) and even with regular laundering (okay, somewhat regular), my clothes still smell of my dear old Fendi. I love the sexy, yet practical, vibe Fendi gives off…it’s all at once powerful and feminine. And different. Different than anything I have ever smelled. It has become my signature scent. One smell for yourself and you, too, will know why it is a classic.
Fendi
December 1st, 2005 at 10:56 PM
My fave Fendi will forever be the incomparably beautiful Theorema, which is getting harder and harder to find nowadays.
April 26th, 2006 at 3:06 AM
You do know this is discontinued, right? I agree with Katie, my favorite Fendi is Theorema.
October 23rd, 2006 at 3:58 AM
Fendi is still very much available; however, it is now made in France instead of Italy. It smells only very slightly different, but to my nose, it’s the same Fendi that I have always loved. It is amazing how many compliments I get (especially from men) when I wear Fendi. It’ll always be my favorite.
March 5th, 2007 at 2:22 PM
Choosing the right perfume can be difficult and because it is also considered an intimate gift buying the wrong perfume can backfire on you and get you the opposite result of that which you hoped for.The first thing you need to do is do some homework, meaning research. Look at your lady’s perfume bottles, the ones that are nearly empty will be her favorites. If there is one there that is nearly full chances are she doesn’t wear it often or doesn’t like it. Hint around and ask her what types of fragrances she likes and dislikes.Humans are very sensory oriented and our sense of smell is no different. Certain perfumes can elicit strong reactions in both the wearer and the person reacting to the scent. Perfumes are made not only to attract but to also relax someone. If you aren’t totally sure what kind of perfume to buy you can always play it safe and get something in the aromatherapy line. If you go this route, bear in mind that vanilla scents are considered to relax and a peppermint or lemon scent will be more stimulating.
March 31st, 2007 at 7:38 PM
The history of perfume goes back to Egypt, although it was prevalent in East Asia as well. Early perfumes were based on incense, not chemicals, so aromas were passed around through fumes. The Roman and Islamic cultures further refined the harvesting and manufacturing of perfumery processes to include other aromatic ingredients.Thus, the ancient Islamic culture marked the history of modern perfumery with the introduction of spices and herbs. Fragrances and other exotic substances, such as Jasmine and Citruses, were adapted to be harvested in climates outside of their indigenous Asia.