MOTHERS DAY FRAGRANCES 2019


With Mother’s Day fast approaching us here in the United Kingdom this Sunday 31st March, I have put together a little Gift Guide of fragrances that will win your Mother over and make her day!

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MARC JACOBS - DAISY (SUNSHINE EDITION)

  • Top Notes: Strawberry, Violet

  • Middle Notes: Marigold

  • Base Notes: Woody Notes, Wild Berries

A must have for any woman in your life, Daisy by Marc Jacobs is instantly recognisable with its floral-woody presence throughout its performance.

The Limited Edition ‘Sunshine’ fragrance differs to the original Daisy by feeling a little more fruity with the Strawberry note remaining prominent throughout that feels fresh, light and refreshing which is perfect for the upcoming Spring/Summer seasons.

If your Mother enjoys a fragrance that has a fruity kick to it, then this is the scent for her! To purchase, click here.

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TOM FORD - SANTAL BLUSH

  • Top Notes: Cinnamon, Caraway, Spices, Carrot Seeds, Fenugreek

  • Middle Notes: Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang, Rose

  • Base Notes: Musk, Sandalwood, Virginia Cedar, Benzoin, Oud

A sophisticated fragrance with its creamy, warm notes of the Sandalwood and Spices with rich and floral tones which makes this fragrance feel both mysterious and exotic. A confident scent that although has a soft projection, it leaves you wanting more.

Perfect for your Mother if she is a strong woman who knows exactly who she is, but wants to leave an air of mystery about her… To purchase, click here.

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CHLOE - NOMADE

  • Top Notes: Mirabelle, Bergamot, Lemon, Orange

  • Middle Notes: Freesia, Jasmine, Peach, Rose

  • Base Notes: Oakmoss, Amberwood, Patchouli, Sandalwood, White Musk

Nomade by Chloé is a take on its original ‘Chloé’ fragrance which was launched back in 2008 and is a staple in many womens fragrance collections!

The Nomade scent differs by feeling less floral than the original, and more ‘dirty’ by focusing on a more earthier, woodier feel. A fragrance that is possibly the heaviest within this Gift Guide, this is ideal for your Mother if she prefers a stronger, more powerful scent!

To purchase, click here.

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CALVIN KLEIN - WOMEN

  • Top Notes: Eucalyptus, Black Pepper, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lemon

  • Middle Notes: Orange Blossom, Magnolia, Jasmine, Hedione, Raspberry, Tea

  • Base Notes: Cedar, Olibanum, Ambroxan, Cashmeran, Violet, White Musk

Created by Raf Simons, this fragrance is inspired by his passion for photography and the inspiration of strength and power in women. A fresh, clean and linear fragrance, Women feels citrusy with an undertone of the woody notes coming through during the dry-down. If your Mother enjoys a fuss-free fragrance that is fresh and light on the skin, then this is the one for her!

To purchase, click here.

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& OTHER STORIES - NOMADS POEM

  • Top Notes: Plum, Coconut Water

  • Middle Notes: Patchouli Leaves, Orange Flowers

  • Base Notes: Black Amber, Marshmallow, Patchouli

A light fragrance that feels spicy yet mellow with its earthy tones running throughout the fragrances performance. Nomads Poem could be classed as unisex, with its delicate touch yet dense feeling which is a complete contradiction in itself which lends for an interesting journey! This fragrance would be perfect if your Mother knows no boundaries and enjoys scents that have an interesting twist to them.

To purchase, click here.

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APPLEYARD LONDON - SECRET GARDEN

The bouquet of flowers which have been featured in each of these photographs were kindly gifted to me by Appleyard London for who I am a social ambassador for!

This stunning bouquet features soft pinks and delicate purples with sweet avalanche roses, antique carnations, delicate alstroemeria & soft pink sugar flair hypericum berries.

A perfect alternative gift for this Mother’s Day, and to make things extra special, I have a 20% off code for all bouquets at Appleyard London! CODE: LUKE20

(Please note, this code excludes any additional gifts/add ons and delivery charges.)

To purchase, click here.

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I hope you’ve enjoyed this Gift Guide and I would love to know if any of these have inspired you for when it comes to choosing a gift!

Have you smelt any of these before? If so, which ones? Do you have any favourites? Do you already know what you will be treating your Mother too? Let me know below as I would love to hear from you and don’t forget to click the ‘like’ button!

*Please note, some of these fragrances were gifted to me for the purpose of this Gift Guide.


CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE 2017


As I sit down to write this post it is currently 10 days away from Christmas Day... Sorry, what? I feel completely unprepared, a little flustered and very rushed! Despite how I may be feeling, I have compiled a Christmas Gift Guide featuring fragrance, skincare, haircare and 'For Her' ideas, which will hopefully make you feel more prepared and organised this Christmas.

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These are some amazing gifts which would make for a special present this year for a loved one of yours, or yourself, but don't worry, I won't say anything!

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FRAGRANCE

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Mont Blanc - Legend Giftset

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Zadig & Voltaire - This Is Him

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Dunhill - Icon Racing

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Hugo Boss - The Scent Intense

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HAIRCARE

SKINCARE

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Elemis - Deep Cleanse Facial Wash

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Clinique For Men - Maximum Hydrator Water Gel

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Estée Lauder - Advanced Night Repair Eye Concentrate

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Perricone MD - Firming Foam Mask

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FOR HER

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Sacha Juan - Hair Repair

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Sacha Juan - Matt Wax

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Sacha Juan - Ocean Mist

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Marc Jacobs - Daisy

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Jimmy Choo - Rose Gold Edition

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Ellie Saab - Girl Of Now

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Hugo Boss - The Scent Intense

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To make more of a 'memory keepsake', why not try out Printsome? A website that allows you to create your very own personalised garment using their fast t-shirt printing! To get more information on that, click here.

Have you tried any of these products before? Will you be considering any of these as a gift? Which is your favourite? Are there any products on here that you would like to know more about? If so, then do let me know. Don't forget to click that 'like' button down below, and to leave me your thoughts!

*Please note, this post has been sponsored.


ULTIMATE VALENTINE'S GIFT GUIDE 2017


With less than a week to go now until Valentine's Day, I have put together a Gift Guide for your special loved one! But if like me you are single, then why not go ahead and treat yourself regardless!? 

I have chosen a few of my favourite gifts ranging from fragrances, to food and drink, finishing off with some little treats! I hope you enjoy this Gift Guide, and I hope these inspire you with some ideas!

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FRAGRANCE:

FOR HER -

FOR HIM - 

Marc Jacobs - Daisy; Eau So Fresh/Kiss

I have lost count with the amount of ladies in my life who are in love with this fragrance! A sweet, yet fruity scent and one that will instantly make you a winner in any girls eyes! 

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Viktor & Rolf - Flowerbomb

Another classic ladies fragrance; Flowerbomb! Similar to the Mens Spicebomb version in the sense that they are both very strong when it comes to sillage.

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Narcisco Rodriguez - For Her; Fleur Musc

I find that the bottle of this looks like an enlarged, elegant version of nail varnish.. Just me? Anyway! A floral yet musky scent with vibrant notes.

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Chloé - A Love Story

A clean fragrance that is equally as floral as it is citrusy! Perfect for the upcoming Spring season! 

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Davidoff - Horizon Extreme

A woody, spicy fragrance that has incredible longevity and can give you many compliments!

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Viktor & Rolf - Spicebomb

My first ever fragrance, and one I will always go back to due to it's stunning scent, and the powerful sillage it leaves behind.  

{ Review || Purchase }

Issey Miyake - L'eau D'Issey Pour Homme Noir Ambre

An oriental scent that feels warm and sweet. Perfect for a nighttime, and the bottle is just as stunning as the fragrance!      

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Tom Ford - Extreme

A strong, solid masculine scent. One I believe should be in Tom Ford's Private Blend Collection, it's that good. A woody, earthy fragrance and one that lasts for hours upon your skin!

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FOOD AND DRINK:

Hotel Chocolat - The Valentines Pick Me Up

Chocolates from Hotel Chocolat are always a guaranteed way to make somebody feel good! Within this little goody box you get;

  1. Shortbread covered in 50% Milk Chocolate
  2. 6 white hearts flavoured with Passion Fruit 
  3. A slab of caramel-milk chocolate covered in puddles and florentines
  4. 2 hearts, one containing a hint of chilli (my favourite!) and the other, their signature praline

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Kraken Black Spiced Rum

I had been sent a little sample of Kraken Rum last year from 31Dover.com, and ever since that sample, I have been hooked. Honestly, it is all I ever drink now! It is sublime. I drink this with Coke as I have found it to mix perfectly, although I am looking for new mixers and cocktail suggestions to use Kraken Rum with? Any help? 

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GIFTS:

TK Maxx - Stags Head

A gift bought for me a couple of years ago, that I have found instantly grabs peoples attention wherever this is placed within my house. (It is also heavily featured in some of my YouTube videos that you may have seen!) Stunning, slick and bold, a must have for any man after something eye catching for their room!

Now, as with TK Maxx stores only stocking certain items, I have included the link for their website so you're able to find similar options to the stag and I have also found an alternative to the one photographed.

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Jo Malone - Mens Cologne Collection Gift Set #JustBecause

As a huge fan of all things Jo Malone, I was flattered when I had received their Mens Cologne Collection containing 5 of their miniature fragrances; 

  1. Dark Amber & Ginger Lily
  2. Grapefruit
  3. Amber & Lavender
  4. Wood Sage & Sea Salt
  5. Incense & Cedrat

As part of their #JustBecause campaign, in each of their boutiques, they are currently personalising each gift with a special message for your loved one! Your chosen gift will be wrapped with a 'Just Because' ribbon, and will feature your personal message on a gift card. Why? Well, just because!

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Blossoming Gifts - 50 Red Roses

I love roses, any type of rose, I absolutely love! So when Blossoming Gifts sent over this beautiful bouquet of 50 red roses, I was immediately won over! As a special treat to you, my readers, I can exclusively share with you a discount code of a whopping 33% to ensure your loved one will receive a special bouquet of flowers in time for Valentines!

DISCOUNT CODE: BGIFTS33

I would also like to point out, that I received these flowers on Friday 3rd February, and are still in perfect condition now, on Wednesday 8th February! Blossoming Gifts also offer Next Day Delivery when you order by 9pm.

*Please note that the code does not include those in the 'flowers by post' range, but is included on everything else!*

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Have you tried any of these gifts mentioned in my Gift Guide? Which is your favourite? Have you any ideas of what you will be getting your loved one this year for Valentines? Perhaps if you're single, will you be treating yourself to anything? Do let me know your thoughts down below, and don't forget to click that like button! 

PS. Have a wonderful Valentines whatever your plans are. X


FOR HER; 2016


Following on from my 'For Him' Gift Guide, I couldn't leave the ladies out! I hope that this Gift Guide will help to give you some ideas as to what to buy for that special lady in your life, ranging from fragrances to skincare, right through to a special Christmas Cracker!

I have chosen a variety of the products that some of the ladies in my life have personally used, and some gifts which I feel are a must-have for some women! *Again please note, most of these products can be classed as unisex! Also, if you haven't already seen my 'For Him' Gift Guide, then you can check it out here.*

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SKINCARE:

A few of my favourite skincare products, and ones that a few of the ladies in my life love to use! I have featured the Kiehl's iconic 'Creme De Corps' with the limited Holiday Edition Jeremyville design, along with the Clarins After Sun Shimmer Body Oil (I'm thinking ahead here guys!), and the luxurious Perricone MD 'Photo Plasma'! 

JO MALONE:

I had always been a huge fan of the Jo Malone brand, so having been able to work with them this year, has felt like a dream! I chose to feature their 'Pomegranate Noir' candle, their 'Christmas Cracker', and their 'Geranium & Walnut' hand-cream. The Pomegranate Noir candle is one of my all time favourites, and can be smelt throughout the house. It is absolutely stunning!

Kiehl's - Creme De Corps

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Clarins - After Sun Body Shimmer Oil

Youtube Video || Purchase }

Perricone MD - Photo Plasma

Review || Purchase }

Jo Malone - 

Pomegrante Noir Candle

{ Purchase }

Christmas Cracker

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Geranium & Walnut Hand Cream

{ Review || Purchase }

 

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FRAGRANCE:

A woman would not be complete without an alluring fragrance, so I have featured some of my all time favourites, mixed in with a few new fragrances! Ranging from Marc Jacobs, to Calvin Klein, through to Philosophy.

Marc Jacobs - Daisy 'Shine Edition'

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Calvin Klein - One: Gold Edition

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Philosophy - Amazing Grace

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Have you tried any of these products before? Do you know anybody who would love one of these as a gift? Which is your favourite? Are there any you would like me to do a review on? Do let me know your thoughts down below, as I would love to hear from you! I also reply to every comment, and don't forget to hit that 'like' button down below!


MARC JACOBS; RAIN


Whilst England may not have the best weather throughout the Spring/Summer seasons, who cares?! With Marc Jacobs latest offering to his extensive Fragrance Collection: Rain, you won't need to go on holiday!

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Marc Jacobs; Rain, is simply stunning. Fresh, pure and captivating, this fragrance is the epitome of the Spring/Summer seasons! Whenever I smell this fragrance, I feel as though I should have a glass of cool Mojito in my hand! 

As part of the SPLASH! series which features Rain - Cucumber - Cotton - Pear, Rain is back by popular demand, and I am thrilled it is. 

Top Notes: Wet Cut Grass, Sparkling Wild Strawberry, Clementine Zest, Dewy Cypress.

Middle Notes: Tropical Rain Accord, Passion Flower, Sunshine Flower, White Orchid.

Base Notes: Beech Amber, Tree Moss, Musk, Teakwood.

I find this fragrance so light, it's almost aquatic. The initial spray bursts onto my skin, and with it being such a light fragrance, surprisingly, the sillage is powerful! I've often walked away from an area, to come back to find the fragrance still lingering in the air. The longevity of Rain lasts for up to 6-7 hours on my skin I found, which is impressive considering how fresh the scent is. The design of the bottle comes in glass, in the form of a cube, enabling you to see the cool, blue liquid inside of it. Ultra slick and stylish, sticking to the effortless charm of the Marc Jacobs brand.

Marc Jacobs Rain comes in 100ml which is available to buy here! I hope to try out the other three fragrances; Cucumber, Cotton and Pear so check back later for the reviews on those too!

Have you smelt Marc Jacobs Rain before? Are you glad it has been re-released? I'd love to hear your thoughts, so leave me a comment down below!