An energizing fruity floral that will make you feel like the force of Harajuku is with you, Super G is a modern-day superhero fighting to bring super kawaii to you all the time.

The caped, flying character on the bottle is made up of bright, primary colours and remind me of a retro comic book.  Some sort of combination between Wonder Woman and the Powerpuff Girls.  

Top Notes: Sparking top notes of yellow pineapple and tangerine give the fragrance an energetic flair
Mid Notes: Yellow freesia and banana nectar compose the bright heart of the fragrance
Base Notes: Warm musk notes with hints of vanilla and raspberry round out the fragrance and create a unique signature

Suggested retail price is $20 for the limited edition 30ml eau de toilette and is available exclusively at Shoppers Drug Mart and Pharmaprix locations across Canada.

In this unusually cold Vancouver weather, I’m wishing for someone to turn up the heat …”Heat Rush”, that is!  As a sequel to the perfume “Heat“, Beyonce launches her second fragrance “Heat Rush”.  Described as a fruity floral, the notes of this fragrance are:

Top: Bazilian Cherry, Passion Fruit Sorbet, Blood Orange
Heart: Yellow Tiger Orchid, Mango Blossom, Orange Hibiscus
Base: Rio Sunset Musk, Honey Amber, Teak Wood

Three ways to win a 50ml bottle of Heat Rush through Modern Mix Vancouver: Email modernmixvancouver@gmail.com and telling me what “heat rush” means to you. Could be stepping into a sauna, vacationing in your favourite tropical destination, hanging out at Kits beach in the summer, or having a great workout!  Comment on the post below for another chance to win.  Or, tweet your answer to @modernmixvan for an additional chance to win.  Contest closes February 27th.

NOTE: **winner must be able to pick up prize in downtown Vancouver**

Win a for more Beyonce Heat Rush, watch the commercial on Youtube by clicking here.

Described as vibrant, charming and whimsical, Daisy Eau So Fresh is the “spirited new version” of the original Marc Jacobs Daisy fragrance. “It transports you to a place that is happy and sunny exuding a youthful spirit with a positively fresh and charmingly simple feeling”.  Before even opening my bottle of Marc Jacobs Daisy “Eau So Fresh”, I already knew I would love it based on the description of its fragrance notes.  Despite the floral name, Eau So Fresh is actually a fruity twist on the original Daisy fragrance radiating with “crisp raspberry, sensuous wild rose, and deep and warm plum.”  I definitely can smell a surprising whiff of raspberry in the fragrance; however, it was one of those times where I couldn’t quite put my finger (nose) on what the scent was until I re-read the description.  The overall scent is clean and crisp, and perfect for a transition into the spring season.

Top: Ruby Red Grapefruit, Raspberry, Green Leaves, Pear
Mid: Violet, Wild Rose, Apple Blossom, Lychee, Jasmine Petals
Base: Musks, Plum, Cedarwood

I also think the bottle design is very pretty.  ”An over-the-top interpretation, the cap is the bottle’s most playful aspect, pushing whimsy to new heights.  The exaggerated gold cap is topped with six pink daisies that are soft to the touch with a pop of neon yellow hidden amongst the daisies.”  Never mind that the daisy clusters are made of plastic, the texture of the flowers are made of a soft, bendable rubber, which is not tacky like hard plastic.  The pink tinted glass gives the bottle an aura of innocence and femininity, but the gold centres of the oversized daisy clusters topping the lid add a touch of class and elegance.

Marc Jacobs Daisy Eau So Fresh will be available in February 2011 at Holt Renfrew and in March 2011 at retail locations including The Bay, Shopper’s Drug Mart and Sephora.

The sexy GUESS Seductive bottle offers a flirty twist on the iconic brand’s image.  The timeless bottle and cap echo the shape of the world-renowned GUESS logo.  The bottle is enhanced with a crocodile logo panel along with an artistic gold dangling charm in the shape of two eye-catching hearts.  The black, ecru and gold carton is inspired by a vintage trunk, and reflects the balance of modern femininity and retro glamour associated with the luxurious fragrance and the house of GUESS.

Playful yet classic and true to the GUESS brand, Seductive is meant to be a tempting, irresistible scent.  The heart of the fragrance is made up of floral scents as a “fatal floral attraction” while the top notes release fruity scents.

Top Notes: Bergamot, Blackcurrent, Crispy Pear
Middle Notes: Orange Flower, Jasmine, Orris
Base Notes: Vanilla, Olibanum, Cashmere Wood

“Be seduced with the audacious new scent” – Guess Seductive retails for $69 (50ml) and $85 (75ml) at selected drug and department stores across Canada.

Right from Murale Beauty Store, here are some tips on selecting the perfect fragrance for Mother’s Day. Fragrance may be the perfect Mother’s Day gift, but choosing the right scent may come as a challenge. Murale’s Beauty Masters make the search easy with seven helpful tips to find a scent mom is sure to love.

1) Become 007 – Raid mom’s dresser or bathroom and find out what she is wearing to get a general idea of the scent family she prefers.

2) Be mindful of bottle labels – Fragrances come in two concentrations: Eau de Parfum (EDP) or Eau de Toilette (EDT), where Eau de Parfum offers a stronger scent and longer wear at a higher price. Distinguishing mom’s preference will make the selection process a breeze.

3) Set a budget – Quality ingredients such as real flowers will result in a higher concentrated fragrance. Generally, the higher quality ingredients included, the higher the price.

4) Make the scent last – Layering fragrances with body lotions or shower gels of the same fragrance will offer a longer lasting scent.

5) Summer Scents – Mother’s Day is a great opportunity to check out the summer launches, introduce mom to her favourite fragrance designer’s summer collection.

6) Hit the right notes – Fragrance is a reflection of one’s personality, write down three descriptive words about mom, such as athletic, outgoing and outdoorsy. Descriptive words will help a Murale Beauty Master find a fragrance to suit mom’s personality.

7) Mother-Daughter Day – Book an appointment with a Murale Fragrance Expert and create a memorable experience selecting the perfect fragrance together.

Indulge in an array of macaroons at a patisserie on a sunny day, this year, your Parisian vacation comes early with the release of three new limited edition scents under the Marc Jacobs Splash collection.  This new trio of fragrances are inspired by the simple pleasure of sitting outside at a patisserie and enjoying the rich and beautifully displayed sweets.   Spring 2010 marks the addition of Apple, Pomegranate and Biscotti to Splash.  Everything from the advertising to the actual coloured tint of the perfume itself  evokes a reminder of sweet pastry scents.

Marc Jacobs Apple provides the irresistible brightness of fragrant green apple.  Deliciously fruity, apple is aromatic and energizing, with an intriguing freshness.  The scent evokes the enjoyment you get from a fresh tart on a lazy day. This fragrance is by far my favourite of the Splash trio, with its mouth-watering sweet fruity scent and reminds me (and will probably remind everyone else) of DKNY’s So Delicious in Green Apple.

Marc Jacobs Pomegranate creates a fresh sensation, capturing the sparkling radiance of an exotic fruit.  Vibrant and upbeat, pomegranate exudes an inviting balance of elegance and brightness. With top notes of mandarin flowers, bergamot, lemon chiffon, rhubarb and violet mix with pomegranate, this fragrance can definitely be classified with a citrus scent.

Marc Jacobs Biscotti tempts the senses with its savoury aroma and a touch of citrus.  Uniquely delectable and crisp, biscotti is the perfect pick-me-up.  This comforting and refreshing interpretation is unique and beautifully surprising. Although the top notes are of freesia, bergamont and orange flower, for some reason, the scent closely resembles liquorice to me.

The new Splash collection fragrances are once again packaged in the luxurious, oversized glass bottles that have become the signature silhouette for the Marc Jacobs Splash scents.  Get one, or get them all, each 300ml bottle retails for $85 and is available March 2010 at Holt Renfrew, Sephora and select Bay department stores across Canada.

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A while back, Modern Mix Vancouver featured LOLA by Marc Jacobs, the “playfully alluring, irresistibly tempting” fragrance with notes of fuchsia peony.  We are pleased to let you know that the same fragrance now comes in a limited edition solid perfume ring.

This winter, discover a playful way to wear Lola – the chic new solid perfume ring.  This flirty must-have accessory is the ideal gift for the most fashionable fragrance lover and the perfect way to take your favourite scent with you wherever you go.

The ring’s oversized, colorful floral top is inspired by the exploding bouquet that blooms from the Lola fragrance bottle.  The flower slides open to reveal the ring’s secret: the alluring Lola Marc Jacobs solid perfume.

As I’ve said before, I love the idea of versatile, multipurpose beauty and fashion accessories.  Wear this as an oversized cocktail ring, or keep it in your purse in the cute violet pouch….this product is for a woman on the go!   The Lola Marc Jacobs solid perfume ring retails at $49.00 at department and drug stores across Canada.

Some of you may already be familiar with Vera Wang’s “Princess” perfume lines, now welcome the latest addition to the family, “Glam Princess”.

Sparkling, enticing and delicious, Vera Wang’s “Glam Princess” becomes the centre of attention. With top notes of crushed red berries, juicy guava and vibrant sparkling pear, heart notes of orange blossom and vanilla orchid, and base notes of warm ambrette, sugary marshmallow and luxuriously soft cashmere wood, Glam Princess offers an enchanting scent that allows her to flirt, flaunt and sparkle.

The full-sized bottle consists of a faceted heart-shaped bottle, with pink star outlines and a gold crown cap, the 50ml bottle retails at $75 at Murale at Oakridge Centre.

Thus begins the description of Marc Jacobs’ LOLA, his newest fragrance, “a modern free spirit with an irrisistible attitude”.  Not only a fashion designer, Marc Jacobs has also become a cultural icon.  LOLA is his own personal creation (including the bottle design!), a vision of what is feminine and sexy.  Like the bottle, LOLA can be desribed as a “warm floral bouquet” with sensuous floral scents including the signature note of fuschia peony and soft touches of rose and geranium.  Fruity top notes include “pink peppercorn, seductive pear d’anjou and succulent ruby red grapefruit”.  “Smooth vanilla, tonka bean and creamy musk” line the base of the fragrance.

As for the bottles, as displayed in the photograph above, a curving violet bottle is topped with twisting layers of color like a lavish floral boquet with a gold coil wrapping the collar.  LOLA will be launched early on in September 2009 at Holt Renfrew and Sephora.  The fragrance will be available at department and drug stores in October 2009.  Suggested retail prices are $79 for the 50ml Eau De Parfum, $105 for the 100ml.

“The dream unfolds with lush pear blossom and guava leaf, mingling with a fluid waterfall
accord and an intoxicating heart of pink lily and dewy violet.  The weightless sensuality of
white sandalwood engages with the pure frosted musk and untouched amber to tantalize the
senses, creating an irresistible temptation.”

Top: pear blossom, guava leaf, waterfall accord
Mid: pink lily, dewy violet, freesia petals
Dry: creamy sandalwood, white amber, frosted musk

The clear glass bottle is tinted a pale pink from the color of the fragrance.  A “sensuous” floral design decorates the outside of the bottle.  A personal tidbit: this was the scent from the newly-opened bottle of fragrance which I wore to my university graduation dinner!

Pricing: 100 ml eau de parfum spray $98 | 50 ml eau de parfum spray $78 | 200 ml body lotion $58