Fall 2009 Perfume Picks: Vibrant & Ready for Holiday


Fall perfumes are so much more than scents of the season. Fall is the time for going back to work after long summer vacations, back to school for millions of college students, but, most importantly, it's the time for holiday parties later in the year. This has an effect on how you want to present yourself - which fragrance will best reflect your pre-holiday and holiday mood. Are you looking to be glamorous, confident, sparkly or just plain happy? The following perfume picks have the best of what this season has to offer.

[Bulgari] Blv II

Bvlgari Blv II Eau De Parfum Spray 30ml/1ozThis strong and sophisticated scent finds a perfect image in the face of Laetitia Casta. Inspired by color blue, it's airy and earthy at the same time - a bit woody and floral.

With prominent and rich tones of iris, mandarin, patchouli, musk, licorice and violet, it makes you think of a sophisticated kind of woman. It's the essence of fall.

You will feel:mysterious, confident, sophisticated

Buy it now: Bvlgari Blv II Eau De Parfum Spray 30ml/1oz


[Elizabeth Arden] Mediterranean

Mediterranean Perfume by Elizabeth Arden, 1.7 oz Eau De Parfum Spray for WomenThis daring sweet scent takes over the second you try it on, just like an ocean wave that hits the shore. You are both empowered and relieved at the same time.

The incredible sweetness of peach nectar and damask plum paired with the floral hints of the orchid, musk and sandalwood make up for this unique vacation-like fragrance that is perfectly vibrant for fall.

You will feel: daring, sensual, and effervescent

Buy it now: Mediterranean Perfume by Elizabeth Arden, 1.7 oz Eau De Parfum Spray for Women


[Escada] Moon Sparkle

Escada Moon Sparkle Perfume by Escada, 1 oz Eau De Toilette Spray for WomenA true party scent - great choice for any holiday event. It's bubbling with energy from the sparkling strawberry, apple, jasmine and blackcurrant. It's also strong with the dominance of wood, leather, musk and amber.

If perfume had a personality, Moon Sparkle would be a type A.

You will feel:sexy, ready to conquer the world

Buy it now: Escada Moon Sparkle Perfume by Escada, 1 oz Eau De Toilette Spray for Women


Written by Claire White.

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