Free Sample Giveaway: Best Fragrances And Perfumes For Women Of 2011 – Trend Review
Hundreds of fragrances were released in 2011 and it’s impossible to recall all of them , let alone test them. But I try. What follows is my take on the high points in the world of perfume.
BIGGEST LAUNCH: Like it or not, Justin Bieber Someday. Fans snatched up bottles of his perfume like crazy. I haven’t heard word of a flanker (aka companion /new version) for it, but don’t be surprised if there is one. ($ 45 www.macys.com )
BEST OF THE YEAR: Elie Saab. Exactly how a fragrance should be done, created by one of the masters in perfumery Francis Kurkdjian. It’s elegant, well done, lasts long , strong but soft and pretty much perfect with it’s woody floral blend of patchouli , cedar, rose honey and jasmine . ($ 90 www.saks.com )
BEST OF THE YEAR 2: Douglas Hannant by Robert Piguet . Another example of how it should be done. A tuberose /white floral made more modern than Piguet’s glorious and timeless Fracas perfume. This one is lighter but still full bodied with jasmine, orange blossom and gardenia alongside the tuberose with a light touch of woods, mainly sandalwood to ground the florals. ($ 85.00 at www.robertpiguet.com )
BEST BACK TO THE 80′s: Tom Ford Violet Blonde. Do not takes that as a bad thing. This was in the running as one of the best this year also but is definitely a throwback to the blowsy big ‘80s perfumes. It’s not in your face but it’s not quiet either. Beautiful and bold just like Tom Ford with iris and violet leaf. It’s a bit cold but warms up as it dries down. Not for the shy. ($ 100 www.saks.com )
BEST NAME FOR A NEW LAUNCH: LUSH Dirty. The name can go so many ways, right? But Dirty here means dirt that needs cleaned. A fab line meant for men but unisex with its fresh green minty scent. Comes in body spray, shower gel, soap and hair gel. ($ 7.95 -$ 19.95 www.lushusa.com )
BEST IN BUDGET: Yardley London Winter Spice soap. A limited edition for Christmas but still available in some stores (mainly Walgreens) this soap is perfect for men and women and is winter comfort scent in a bar. Deep spices of clove, cinnamon and more in a moisturizing soap for $ 1.25. http://yardleylondon.com
BEST HOME SCENT: Salty Caramel by Slatkin for Bath and Body Works. Words do not do justice to this delicious candle released this past fall continuing the tradition of Slatkin’s creating some of the best candles ever. Smells exactly as the name says rich caramel, vanilla and nuts. Warning: Do not burn when hungry. www.bathandbodyworks.com
GIVEAWAY: We are giving away a full-size bottle of Tom Ford’s Violet Blonde perfume (worth $100). Simply post a comment below letting us know what perfume you’ve been wearing lately. We will pick a winner at random in a couple of weeks (contest is for US only, we apologize to our international fans). Good luck!
ANNOUNCING THE WINNER: The winner chosen by Random Number Generator is Jessica S. Jessica, we just emailed you to let you know that you won. Congratulations!
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I am really in love with these fragrances: Paco Rabanne Lady Million and DKNY Pure
I’ve been wearing Baby Phat Golden Goddess
I have been wearing COCO Channel,I love it ,however I like trying new fragrances…..I’d like to win.Thanks for your fabulous giveaways.
My fav parfume is opium, but I would like to try others.
I have been wearing Gucci Guilty Intense…I simply adore it!
Mac MV2 which is now discontinued
I have been using Magnolia by L’Occtaine.
i’ve been wearing philosophy baby grace. but i sooo need a new signature scent! thanks ladies!
I wear different fragrances every day depending on my mood. I have Katy Perry’s Purr, Escada Day and Night, Be Delicious, Elizabeth Arden Green Tea, Aqua I’d Gioia, and homemade stuff from Orangethyme on Etsy.
I wear a variety, love to mix it up
I have been wearing prada milano and am very interested to try something new and sexi!
I’ve been wearing Nautica,s Bermuda Blue. Smells so fresh love it….
I received Coach’s Poppy for Christmas from my bf and I have grown to love it! I am weary of anyone picking a fragrance for me, but I am glad he did because I know he loves it (as he picked it) and it turned me on to a perfume I may have shyed away from on my own.
Daisy by Marc Jacobs
I’ve been wearing various body sprays in search of a fresh, new signature fragrance.
Hmmm… I really haven’t been wearing perfume lately! Oh!! Wait!! yes I have been. It’s one from Avon. Candid.. No.No.No. It’s Timeless. It was a gift. The only perfume I own. For some reason, I don’t buy myself perfume. I don’t know why. Hmmmm????
pink fresh and clean
I have been wearing Taylor Swift Wonderstruck! Smells AWESOME! Thanks for your giveaways!
I <3 beauty!
clinique happy
Philosophy Amazing Grace
Clean body…by Clean
I meant to say Clean Skin by Clean… ooops
I love my Chanel Allure and love a bold fragrance!!
I have been spraying Victoria’s Secret Simply Gorgeous Perfume. It has a beautiful scent and I fell inlove with it.
Chloe, rollerball! Lasts all day and is so pretty!
I have been wearing Twirl by Kate Spade
I’ve been wearing Estee Lauder Beautiful Sheer…
I have a signature scent which is Hanae Mori,and a new scent
Sensous Nude from Estee Lauder.And Youth Dew.
I have been wearing Cool Water Davidoff for a really long time
Kim Kardashian Gold
I’ve been wearing Moschino Couture
1998 L’eau Par Kenzo
I have alternately been wearing Jennifer Aniston’s fragrances and Kat von D’s Adora.
I’ve been in love with Dolce & Gabbana’s Light Blue :]
I’ve been wearing Ralph Lauren Blue
Paul Smith Rose <3
My signature scent is Chanel Coco Mademoiselle, but I like to switch it up every now & then … Lately I’ve been wearing Belle d’Opium & Gucci Guilty Intense, both DELISH! But I’d certainly love me a bottle of Tom Ford!
I just got MEOW by Katy Perry for the holidays and am loving it!
I have been wearing Beautiful from Estée Lauder.
ive been wearing juicy couture
I have been wearing Miss Dior Cherie
I Would love to try a new fragrance, So hopefully I will Win!!!
Today I am wearing Juniper Breeze from Bath and Body Works.
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D&G #3, L’Imperatrice!
I’ve been using Victoria’s Secret Vanilla Cashmere for almost 2 years now.
Dior poison!
I seem to wear a different perfume everyday lately, but the ones I like and wear the most are Miss Dior Cheri, Anna Sui Secret Wish, Coach Poppy, Victoria’s Secret Dream Angels Heavenly, Viva la Juicy Juicy Couture and Burberry Body.
I’ve been wearing a sample of Esprit de Oscar I got in the mail and saving to buy a full bottle.
Hanae Mori Eau de Collection N° 4
Estee Lauder Beautiful Sheer. I would love to try Violet Blonde
I’ve been wearing Chanel chance.
I like to wear different ones, but recently received a sample of Fendi and I love it! It doesn’t have great lasting power. Wore Pucci today & it’s not too bad.
I’ve been wearing Vera Wang’s Princess perfume!
Justin Bieber’s perfume!
I use Juicy Couture
Fendi Fan Di! Love it!
Versace’s Bright Crystal because of it’s elegant notes
Gucci Rush 2
La Perla Blue Perfume
Ysatis Iris by Givenchy is wonderful. My friend gave it to me as a New Years’s Gift
Lacoste Essential Sport
My sister just got me Vera Wang’s new Night perfume and I’m in love with it!
I’ve fallen in love with Guccei’s Envy for women. I tested it at the store and have loved it ever since!
My daughters gave me Lancome Trisor for Christmas which is my signature scent.
Lately Ive been wearing VIctoria’s Secret Ohh La La… xD
Lacoste Touch of Pink. My roommate has it and she let me try it. I bought my own and use it everyday.
Burberry’s Brit Gold
Escada Marine Groove
Paris Perfume by Yves Saint Laurent
Clinique Happy Heart
Taylor Swift Wonderstruck
J’adore Dior
Donna karan cashmere mist
Thierry Mugler’s Angel Rising Star
Guerlain – Shalimar
Dior Addict is my go to perfume in the fall/winter but i’m always on the hunt for something new!
i have recently fallen in love with the victoria’s secret bombshell perfume. really smellls fresh and clean!!
The perfume that I have used for a couple of years has been Eternity by calvin klein. I love the smell of the perfume. I associate the smell of the perfume with special occassions and good times with friends and family.
Cartier
Lately, I’ve been a fan of my signature: Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue, but I’m always ready to try new things!
I been loving Ange ou Démon Le Secret Elixir!
Usually I’ve been wearing more subtle scents, Dark Kiss from bath and body works and Noir Tease from the Victoria Secret line.
I love Tiffany perfume but I want to try Tom Ford
Kate Moss….
Vera Wang Princess
I have been wearing Burberry’s perfume.
Reminds me of the good old days. But ready to try something new! Hope I win!
I’ve been wearing Burberry Body lately.
I love Amor Amor by Cacharel
The one, the only Shalimar…but change is good, right?
I’ve been wearing Avon’s Cherry Blossom or Avril Lavigne’s Black Star. They are both very wonderful smells. =) Thank you for the chance to win!!
Opium and Shalimar
I have heard good things about the new Tom Ford’s Violet Blonde Perfume, and would LoVe to try it!! I am a Dolce & Gabanna “Light Blue” Baby! Love the smell of Freesia!! When I am running low on my Fav. I always have a bottle of “Sweet Pea” from Bath & Body Works, or “Love Spell” by Victoria Secrets to tide me over! Thank You for hosting such an Awesome GiveAway!
Juicy Couture <3
I am using F for Fascinating SALVATORE FERRAGAMO Perfume. Love it!
I’ve been wearing Dolce & Gabbana since 2007! I also really like dkny pure, Jessica simpson Fancy Love, and most fragrances by CLEAN.
I have been wear Play for her by Givenchy! Received it as a Christmas gift!
Im loving the Paris Hilton ( the original pink and black bottle) thats me fav right now i got 2 big gifts sets for christmas so it should last me a month lol….
I have been wearing Miss Dior Cherie. It’s so romantic and flirty…definitely unforgettable!
I love Dior’s j’adore
My favourite perfume of the year has got to be Illamasqua’s “Freak”. A close second would be Le Labo’s OUD – both of these have Oud as a strong note, I’m finding it irresistible…
MY favorite 2 iv been wearing are Flowerbomb by victor & rolf & Boss Femme, both totally different smells & both smell gorgeous. I was hoping to get some perfume for christmas but sadly no. xx
I have been wearing vera wang and fancy.I would love a chance to try new kind of perfume please.
I have been wearing Chance Chanel edu Tendre & V&R Flowerbomb. I love those two scents they scream me. I would love to use Tom Ford
I try to wear a different fragrance everyday some I put on based on my mood some based on my wardrobe but with over about 200 different fragrances at this point; looks like a fragrance counter at a department store my family jokes.
I have been wearing Beckham by Victoria Beckham.
I’d love to try Violet Blonde! I’ve been wearing the Jimmy Choo fragrance lately!
my favorite is vera wang pink, such a refreshing scent
my favorite scent is escada it has been a long time favorite
I’ve been wearing and loving a beautiful vintage bottle of Bal a Versailles given to me by my mother!
I have been using Clinique Happy and DKNY apple.
halston
I’ve been wearing Eternity for years … maybe time for a change
I wear a number of different perfumes. I do love Celine Dion and Elizabeth Taylor. they smell so good and light. not heavy. nothing like a perfume that lingers in the air after you walk by. would love to win . thanks for the opportunity.
Boyfriend
I’VE BEEN WEARING VICTORIA’S SECRET BOMBSHELL,SINCE IT HAS A CLEAN SMELL!
i have been wearing angel by thierry mugler lately.
Escape by Calvin Klein
I have just discovered Tocca, and lately I have been wearing Cleopatra. It is a very exotic alluring cent and I can’t believe how many compliments I have received while wearing it. My little mini dachshund Evo likes to lick it off of my neck when I snuggle with her. Even Evo has a nose for beautiful fragrances.
I’ve been wearing “happy” by Clinique <3
Lately I’ve been wearing Radiance by Britney Spears.
I need a new fragrance update, so …
Pick Me, Pick Me, Pick Me for the Tom Ford Violet Blonde…
Thanks for always having such great giveaways!
I’m always reaching for Dolce and Gabban l’eau the one.
———————- I’ve been wearing the “Be Echanted” Fragrance Mist from Bath & Body Works. It smells DIVINE!
I have been wearing viva juicy couture and Gucci Flora.
Love to wera “Beautiful” but always looking for different fragrances!
Pleasures by estee lauder
Definitely getting the bf Dirty. But Im loving Ellie Saab
I’ve been wearing Euphoria perfume again.
I Am Usually Wearing Chance By Channel, Or Light Blue By Dolce And Gabbanna,WOULD LOVE LOVE TO TRY THIS!!! Thank You So Much For This AWESOMELY AWESOME Giveaway!!!!!
I have been wearing Wonderstruck a lot lately
I’ve been wearing Jennifer Aniston’s. Very nice but always open to suggestions!
I have been wearing the juicy viva perfume
I’vw been wearing givenchy’s Extravagance for years. DOwn to my last precious drops sincie it is no longer produced. Don’t know what to weqr after that. Willing to try everything!!
Love the name of Lush Dirty, sound so sexy, WooHoo!!
Thanks for the giveaway, Lovingit!!
I wear DKNY. Would love to add something new yo my collection.
I wear Estee Lauder Beautiful
I have been wearing Philosophy’s Amazing Grace.
i love all perfumes!! .. i been using Very Sexy from Victoria Secrets…
I have worn Chanel Allure for years because of it’s fine ingredients and long lasting ability. I’d be willing to try anything by Tom Ford!
Jennifer Aniston has been my go-to fragrance lately!
Sensual nude by estee lauder
I’ve been wearing La Lune by Dolce and Gabbana.
I just think this is an amazing way to introduce people to new products, thanks. One of my favorites to wear is Chanel Allure, but I’m willing to try anything buy Tom Ford.
I’m excited!
I have been wearing Comptoir Sud Pacifique Vanille Abricot because its such a rich and delicious scent – constantly have people asking what im wearing and its perfect for all seasons. I will sometimes switch it up with my old fav Ralph in the turquoise blue bottle, its youthful, sweet and really lifts my spirits.
I wear the JLo line and I especially love Glo. I also like Georgio Wings, but can’t find it very often.
Ive been wearing Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb perfume. Definitely one of my favorites. Thanks for sponsoring this contest!
I’ve been wearing YSL Opium
I’ve been wearing Taylor Swift Wonderstruck since Christmas. I am so in love with it. : )
Chanel Eau Tendre. It is super light and girly.
Beautiful by Estee Lauder
I’ve been wearing CK One forever. an oldie but a goodie.
I have been wearing Acqua Di Gioia perfume by Giorgio Armani.
I have been wearing Juicy Couture & Viva La Juicy
I am wearing Chanel #19.
I have been switching between the Coach perfumes
I have been wearing Elizabeth Arden 5th Ave. lately. I know it’s not modern or popular, but it works really well with my chemistry.
i have been wearing Chanel Chance
I love nudite intense which is hard to find.
I’ve been wearing Jean Patou’s JOY
I am stuck on Angel by Thierry Mugler. Time to try something NEW!
I’ve been wearing Atelier Cologne’s Vanille Insensee. It’s just the thing for the colder months!
miss dior cherie!
I have been wearing Lacoste Pour Femme.
im wearing Paris hilton
Bond No. 9 Chinatown has been my favorite for a long time. Peach blossoms, gardenia, tuberose, patchouli, cardamom is one beautiful combo!
I’ve been wearing the Victoria’s Secret Bombshell Seduction lately and it smells so good :3
I love Romance by Ralph Lauren.
I have been alternating between Chanel’s Chole and Shalimar.
Shine
I have been wearing Philosophy Amazing Grace
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I always use White Shoulders, but I’m up to trying out something new. Thanks for the chance!
I just love changing my perfumes according to my mood
Today I am wearing Joop!
I have been wearing the Harijuku line of perfumes. I like the Baby and G. scent the best out of all of them.
I’ve been using Chanel #5.
I’ve been wearing Jennifer Aniston’s perfume. Love it!
Been using Mac’s fragrance TurQuatic and alternate with Casual. For the evening I wear Chanel#5. I love perfume.
Lately I’ve been wearing Bvlgari Jasmin Noir
I have been wearing Vera Wang’s Lovestruck lately. I love it!
I have a few that I use. True Religion, Katy Perry- Purr, Benefits- Carmella & My Place or Yours Gina. I like the more “fruity-citrus-y” with a little woodsy scent perfumes so I would love to try this one. I find I am getting more into perfumes as I get older. lol
I’m wearing Burberry Brit.
I received Chance by Channel as a Christmas gift and have been wearing it ever since.
I also love the Tom Ford brand and I am sure this new perfume smells sophisticated and sexy.
I have been wearing Calvin Klein Euphoria, and Diesel Zero Plus, with a little Jennifer Aniston thrown in…
I have been wearing Fresh Sugar Lychee. I love the smell!
I’ve been wearing J’adore!!!
L’Occitane The Vert, D&G Blue
I love CHANCE by CHANEL!
prada candy
I’ve been wearing Dior’s Ja’Dore lately!
I switch up my fragrance almost daily, but yesterday I wore Miss Pucci which is a wonderful day scent.
channel number five
I have been wearing Victoria’s Secret Heavenly Stardust.
I do wear different scents for different occasions..but I’ve been loving my clinique happy special this winter time.
I’ve been wearing Bond No. 9 “Scent of Peace” but I’m disappointed that it is SO light that it doesn’t seem to last long, and I spent a bundle on it!!
Jo Malone Bluebell.
I’ve been wearing LUST by LUSH. It’s an intoxicating jasmine blend that I really like.
Today I’m wearing Pretty by Elizabeth Arden. We’ve gotten snow here on the East Coast and I needed something to lift my mood and make it feel like it’s not the dead of winter!
I”ve been all about Georgio Armani’s Acqua di gioia! love it!
I’ve been wearing Lancome Tresor lately. It’s a little heavy in the summer so I save it for the winter months.
I have not tried a new fragrance in quite some time. Last year I rediscovered an old fave, Lancome Magie Noire. I do really appreciate Tom Ford’s style, and really liked the movie he directed, A Single Man, so I’m hoping I love his fragrance as well. Thanks for the chance!
i have been wearing ” Very Sexy by Victoria’s Secret
My signature scent is “Burberry Brit” and my boyfriend loves it too!
I have been wearing DKNY Be Delicious! I love that it lasts all day and it smells amazing! I get numerous compliments a day asking what perfume I’m wearing!
I currently do not own any perfume, but I love Viktor and Rolf Flowerbomb and Hermes sur la toit!
want to try a new perfume
Ooh, would love to try that scent. Been loving Marc Jacobs Lola fragrance lately.
I usually wear Dior Addict when I go out in the evening – a small amount goes a long way.
I’ve been wearing Diorissomo. It reminds me of spring!
I love White Patchouli by Tom Ford.
I wear different perfumes depending on my mood or the season. Right now I’m loving Cashmere Mist by Donna Karan.
Today I’m wearing Coco Mademoiselle. I change scents according to my mood! Perfume is my addiction……….
I have been wearing Dark Kiss from Bath and Body Works. Thanks for the giveaway!
I have been using Burberry. but would love to try a new perfume.I hope to win.
I’m kind of a compulsive perfume lady. Somehow I veer toward the sweet scents, but I need to try something more bold. I wear Harajuku Lovers music, Coach Poppy, Vera Wang Sheer Veil and Calvin Klein Forbidden Euphoria. I do, however really luv Lolita for the evening, and I miss the original Carolina Herrera-I think it’s still out there though. Another favorite everyday clean scent is Inis-I bought it in Ireland and purchase it online. Sorry this message is so long lol
Daisy by Marc Jacobs, I would absolutely love to win
Estee Lauder Cinnabar
I’ve been partial to YSL Babydoll lately.
I’ve been wearing Betsy Johnson
I’ve been wearing donna karen cashmere.
the one perfume i own is Donna Karan cashmere mist.
I would love to win tom ford..like facebook:Gabriela Aguilar
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l’eau d’issey florale by Issey Miyake and also love Jean Paul Gaultier Madame Rose and Roll
I have been wearing Giorgio Armani Acqua Di Gioia
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I’m in love with Gucci Guilty!
I’ve been wearing Beautiful by Estee Lauder or Light Blue by Dolce and Gabana
I have been wearing Halo by Victoria’s secret.
Origins ginger!
Beautiful or Light Blue
Burberry Body
I’ve been wearing Cherie by Miss Dior. LOVE IT.
Today (and for the last few days!) I’ve been wearing Creed, Love in Black. My perfume preferences tend to go a little bit “darker” in the winter months, and LiB is a nice smoky violet that suits this time of year! I’m definitely a violet fan and would LOVE to win the TF giveaway. Thanks for the opportunity!
I wear different perfumes depending on my mood or the season. Right now I’m loving Cashmere Mist by Donna Karan.
mixing my regular patchouli + mt new bottle of tom ford = yum!
I’ve been wearing Philosophy Amazing Grace
Estee Lauder Beautiful. ♥
I’ve been alternating between Viva La Juicy and Hanae Mori. Sparingly using my sample of Tom Ford’s Violet Blonde.
I really like Sensi for winter.
wearing the hell out of tom ford black orchid.
Ive been wearing victoria secrets noir =)
I wear Miss Dior from Christian Dior
I have been wearing Playboy Play It Spicy
Pure Poison, one of my favorites.
I got a free sample of LIV GRN in Earth and I loved it so much I bought another size! It is not over whelming or anything!
Lately ive been wearing viva la juicy by juicy cutour, which I love love love!! but I wud really like to try out this one perfum to see what all the fuss is about
thx for the oppertunity
o wear amazing grace
I love to wear Tresor by lancome for an everyday scent and coco by Chanel for special occasions.
I love Tresor by Lancome for everyday and Coco by Chanel for special occasions.
I would love to try Violet Blonde!!! I am currently wearing Parisienne by YSL.