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A Culture & Beauty Blog: from Olfaction to Imagination in Perfumes, Movies, Beauty Products, Food, Literature, & Fashion, Mostly.

"Perfumes' & movies' common point: you smell and watch them better in the dark"

Latest Fragrance Reviews

Dior Escale à Parati

 

Prada Infusion d'Iris EDP Absolue

Ferragamo Signorina

Thierry Mugler Miroir des Majestés

Jo Malone Plum Blossom

Madonna Truth or Dare

Roberto Cavalli Eau de Parfum

Carolina Herrera 212 Sexy

8 Best Perfumes to Herald Spring

Stella McCartney L.I.L.Y.

Guerlain Parfum Initial L'Eau: Going Back to the Purer Language of Perfumery

Guerlain Parfum Initial L'Eau: Un Langage Plus Pur pour la Parfumerie

Fragrance Essays

Perfumes & Candies are Kissing Cousins: Anis de Flavigny & Guerlain Anisia Bella

Jicky, The Ultimate Aphrodisiac for Both Sexes?

Jicky, L'aphrodisiaque ultime pour les deux sexes?

Best Rose Fragrances for Valentine's Day: The 2012 Edition

How I Think about Perfume when I Review Them: a Practical-Theoretical Outlook on the Perfume Shopping Culture

Bint el Sudan, The Other, African Chanel No.5 - Interview with Nick Evans of IFF

Smelling Tommy Girl Now: When the 1990s Smell Like The 1940s

White Accords in Perfumery: So Long The 70s

Liberace Wore Perfume, So What? Homosexuality as Given Away by an Indiscreet Fragrance Trail in the 50s

Reviews of New Perfumes

Diptyque Eau Rose

Isabel Derroisné Eclat Eternel

Sisley Eau d'Ikar

Mary Greenwell Plum

Parfum d'Empire Azemour Les Orangers

L'Artisan Parfumeur Batucada

Les Parfums de Rosine Glam Rose

Clinique Aromatics Elixir Perfumer's Reserve

Prada No.11 Cuir Styrax

6 New Celebrity Fragrances to Try Out this Fall

The Body Shop White Musk Libertine

Cartier L'Heure Convoitée (English Version)

Cartier L'Heure Convoitée (French Version)

Karl Lagerfeld Karleidoscope

Maître Parfumeur et Gantier Cuir Fétiche

Estée Lauder Wood Mystique

Thierry Mugler Angel with Bitter Cocoa Powder

Diane Von Furstenberg Diane

Bottega Veneta EDP

From the Archives

Bath & Body Works Warm Vanilla Sugar: An Euro-American Curio

Reviews of Past Fragrance Launches

First Impressions on the Thierry Mugler Coffret Based on the Novel by Süskind.

BEAUTY NOTES Archive

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October 4, 2011

The Scoop on Lea Michele's Glowing + Smouldering Makeup at the American Horror Story Premiere {Beauty Notes - Makeup - Celebrity}

Lea_Michele_makeup_tips_1.jpgGlee leading lady Lea Michele attended the movie premiere of American Horror Story yesterday at the Arclight Cineramadome on October 3, 2011 in Hollywood, California. She was in attendance to support director Ryan Murphy of Glee who directed the new horror series about a haunted house in L.A. in which a therapist and his wife relocate.

The beauty concept: celebrity makeup artist Kayleen McAdams decided to focus on Michele's glowing skin while bringing a dark marine blue twist to the smoky eye to match her lacey dress. Check out after the jump for all the details about the protocole and the products used...

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10 Most Embarassing Beauty Problems Solved in all Confidence {Beauty Notes - Skin - Hair}

Beauty_Problems.jpgWe have 3 beauty reads this week worth pondering upon: beauty issues not fit for print and their solutions; frugal beauty; and whipping up a stylish hair do under 5 minutes. Check them all after the jump.

10 Most Embarassing Beauty Problems Solved

By Lauren Le Vine

We're delving into some of the more unpleasant body and hair issues to which none of us are immune. Dr. Diane Berson, dermatologist and Olay Professional Alliance member, has tips, tricks and at-home solutions for the 10 common beauty issues no one wants to talk about (or have in their Google search history)...

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October 3, 2011

Estée Lauder Jeweled Pink Ribbon Vanity Items with Something Blue {Beauty News - New Makeup}

estee_lauder_pink_compact.jpgEstée Lauder like every year have released several items to profit the Pink Ribbon campaign this month which is now traditionally dedicated to breast cancer in the beauty world. 2011 sees a new twist as two of these items sees the pink fade into blue in a highly symbolic manner,

"We know that breast cancer doesn't just affect women. That's why this year, a blue stone has been added to our ribbon compact to represent the 1% of men who are affected."

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Violent Lips The Pink Ribbon Collection (2011) {Beauty Notes - New Makeup}

violent_lips_pink_ribbon_ok.jpgFrom Violent Lips comes a forward initiative. The makeup brand have released a limited-edition of their trademark lip tattoos in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month called The Pink Ribbon Collection. As its name indicates, the set of 3 temporary lip tattoos invites you to wear the cause on your lips thus vaguely recalling the expression "to put your money where your mouth is." Also, if you were eyeing that Vuitton bag, you can always go for the unofficial pinkified Vuitton lip-look instead...

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September 29, 2011

Stila, The Positive & Pretty Palette for Breast Cancer Awareness Month {Beauty Notes - New Makeup}

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stila_breast_cancer_3.jpgLadies, you are going to see quite a bit of pink in the coming weeks. Stila have released a limited-edition makeup palette ahead of Breast Cancer Awareness Month called the Positive and Pretty Palette. The bandage dress on the cover is a nice touch as it ties in well with the beauty-cum-public-health theme while looking fashion current...

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September 28, 2011

Daniel Sandler Watercolour Blusher POP for Macmillan Cancer Support {Beauty Notes - New Makeup}

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Daniel Sandler have issued a limited edition liquid blush to help raise funds for the Macmillan Cancer Support. The Watercolour Blusher in POP is an exclusive subtle sheer, jelly-bean pink tint with lavender overtones which was inspired by the courage of cancer sufferers.

You know how uplifing it can be to see someone with beautiful rosy cheeks? A little help from the makeup department is like popping vitamins sometimes. Check out after the jump for the full details...

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September 27, 2011

Man-Bobs: So Hot Right Now, Top 10 Top Knots, Killer Celebrity Eyeshadow Looks {Beauty Notes - Hair - Makeup}

Tom_Brady_Man_Bob.jpgCheck out the latest beauty articles by The Daily Makeover fashion police after the jump. Be careful, it bites sometimes. Here are excerpts.

Man-Bobs: So Hot Right Now

By Lauren Le Vine

Tom Brady

 

For someone so attractive and seemingly sure of himself, Tom Brady has certainly been experiencing some hirsute confusion for the past two years. First, the Patriots quarterback looked like a child molester from the '70s. Now, he thinks he's a Southern gangster of sorts. Maybe wife Gisele Bundchen can set him straight?...

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August 11, 2011

Are You Beauty Proficient? Daily Makeover Hits the Jersey Shore to Probe Connoisseurship {Beauty Notes}

 

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It's still summer and thus time for lighthearted fun. A crew from the Daily Makeover went to dip their toes in the sand to quizz beach-goers of the Jersey Shore on their knowlegde of up-to-date, popular beauty lingo. See the video after the jump to check how beauty proficient girls and guys are...

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July 20, 2011

Lancôme 29 Saint-Honoré by Aaron de Mey {Beauty Notes}

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Lancôme will launch their new Fall 2011 makeup collection called 29 Saint-Honoré from July 2011. It is signed by artistic director Aaron de Mey.

Tapping into the myth of gay Paris, 29 Saint-Honoré pays homage to the address of the headquarters of Lancôme in the City of Lights which opened there in 1935. The advertising is fronted by Elettra Wiedermann and Daria Werbowy dressed in négligés and ostrich feathers as if they were getting ready to step into the limelight of a Parisian cabaret such as Le Moulin Rouge. The image is like a metaphor inviting women to put on their showtime faces...

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April 1, 2011

Kim Cattrall's Secrets To Staying Sexy At Any Age {Beauty Notes}

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by Megan McIntyre

To say that Kim Cattrall knows sexy is like saying a fish knows how to swim--it just doesn't do justice to her innate ability to inhabit her sensuality. The 54-year-old actress spent the last decade as one of TV's most sexualized characters on HBO's Sex And The City. When we got the chance to sit down with Kim, who is the new face of Olay's Total Effects anti-aging body line, we got the scoop on how she continues to look so amazing....

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March 22, 2011

10 Hairstyles that Show Off your Shoulders, Spring 2011 Nail Polishes, Busy Mom Tips {Beauty Notes}

Hough_Lauder_Peet_beauty.jpgJulianne Hough; Wild Blue nail polish by Estée Lauder; Amanda Peet

 

The editors at Daily Makeover have meditated upon some beauty issues recently and decided that 1) it was time to show off your shoulders ladies 2) be in the know about what fashionable 2011 spring colors to wear on your tips 3) turn to Amanda Peet to ask her what her busy-mom tips are and what to do to avoid the harried-mom look.

Amanda Peet's Busy Mom Tips

Article by Megan McIntyre

In our dream lives, we'd all be able to spend the time we need to make ourselves look gorgeous every day. In reality, with all of our various responsibilities at home and at work, we barely have time to brush our teeth.

Amanda Peet feels your pain--the busy actress juggles her career and two young children, yet still manages to look beautiful without the help of her glam squad...

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March 3, 2011

Top 10 Oscars Hairstyles {Beauty Notes}

Mila_Kunis_Oscars_2011_Top_10-cropped-proto-custom_14.jpgAre you looking for some recent red-carpet inspiration for your do? Here are the Top 10 Oscars Hairstyles selected by the editors at Daily Makeover.

The one question I have to ask is: if Reese Witherspoon's revivalist 60s, sophisticated ponytail up-do is becoming to her, is it an easy look to pull off? I lean in the direction of no. The danger is to look too much like a retro ad for Elnett or a Southern belle wannabe. Mila Kunis' look on the other hand seems much more versatile, although if your makeup is not modern enough, it might make you look too dated and overly classical.

Cate Blanchett's revisited, mussed-up garçonne cut is conceptually great, but here again, I think it's tricky to pull off the frazzled-yet-polished look while remaining on the side of polished.

Check them out for yourself and tell us what you think.

January 23, 2011

Discussion on Inspiration Source for Louis Vuitton Ad with Keith Richards: Lillian Hellman for Blackglama {The Readers Talk Back} {Beauty Notes}

lillian-hellman-blackglama.jpgReader Carole McIntyre left an interesting comment about a possible source of inspiration for the 2008 Louis Vuitton ad with Keith Richards, who by the way just published his (juicy) autobiography, Life. The picture of Lillian Hellman for the Blackglama ad is still so unconventional after all these years that I thought it would be enjoyed by all and here it is above. A commentary by the Errant Aesthete sheds further light on the behind-the-scenes for this 1976 shoot. And yes, on top of everything, she is holding a cigarette, which is by today's standards, a little taboo.

January 3, 2011

Taylor Swift's Tips for Curly Hair {Beauty Notes}

 

Taylor_Swift_CoverGirl_hairstyles_beauty_tips_curly_hair-cropped-proto-custom_7.jpgIn answer to the question that the Daily Makeover asked about whether I (or any reader for that matter) prefered Taylor Swift with a straight do or her naturally curly hair. For once, I can say without much hesitation that I think she looks much more original and "herself" with her curls than with a straightened-out hairdo. She might look sleeker with the latter styling but she also looks more banal and loses her personality.  So how does her curly girl routine goes?

 

By Megan McIntyre

Ever wonder how Taylor Swift keeps those luscious locks of hers looking so amazing? We went straight to the source to find out how the stunning singer gets those enviable strands...

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December 13, 2010

Prince William & Kate Middleton Photos by Mario Testino {What Perfume Celebrities Love to Wear - Beauty Notes}

 

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The Buckingham press office have released the official portraits of Prince William and his betrothed, Kate Middleton. The pictures are signed by Mario Testino. There is a formal version (below) and an informal one (above) which looks more like a magazine spread of a couple beaming with happiness...

 

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