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Posted on March 11, 2014

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Michael Edwards is considered one of the world’s

Michael Edwards is considered one of the world’s foremost authorities on fragrance. Through-out his 40-year career in perfumery, he and his team have classified and matched over 50,000 fragrances, family-by-family, scent-by-scent. He was the first to classify fragrances into olfactory families making it easier for consumers to understand and enjoy scents. His olfactory wheel and system of perfumery has been used by thousands and thousands of fragrance associates around the world as key training and education.
So it is no surprise that the fragrance industry is excited to learn of a new book by Edwards, this one chronicling the evolution of fragrance in America. Entitled American Legends, this fascinating book traces the evolution of American fragrances from 1752 until today. It’s so impressive that Leonard A. Lauder himself, agree to write a forward. It was officially launched at the World Perfumery Congress.
Readers will get a true insider access thanks to exclusive interviews with many of the perfumers who formulated iconic American fragrances. We can’t overstate how special this is – perfumers rarely share their experiences and inspirations. You’ll read about Elizabeth Arden’s Blue Grass (1934) to Le Labo’s Santal 33 (2011), a total of 40 important American perfumes.
The book is now available for purchase on the fragrancesoftheworld website and yes, they do ship to Canada.

Exciting news for fans of @esteelaudercanada ‘s

Exciting news for fans of @esteelaudercanada ‘s annual Bronze Goddess limited edition makeup collection. The spectacular Flora Verde Palette for Eyes and Cheeks has arrived online. I honestly think this is their very best colour collection each year with golden, bronzed and sandy hues that flatter almost every skin tone. This palette features nine beach-toned eyeshadows (in shimmer, matte and demi matte finishes) and a highlighter. Beautifully done. (If you like it, be sure to shop early as this collection sells out each year in days!) #davelackiebeauty

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Dutch fashion designers Viktor Horsting and Rolf S

Dutch fashion designers Viktor Horsting and Rolf Snoeren, better known as Viktor & Rolf have reworked their award-winning Flowerbomb fragrance with a tropical twist. This month sees the debut of Flowerbomb Tiger Lily, an exotic fruity-floral fragrance for her with a solar facet. This new scent blends notes of radiant coconut milk, fresh bergamot citrus, juicy mango and sweet benzoin. A bouquet of jasmine, freesia and tiger lily add a feminine character. Tiger lily can be a very assertive ingredient with a strong powdery smell. But this tiger lily accord calms down the strength and balances it with the other blooms. It’s a nice summer-themed scent with a beautiful orange-hued colour. #davelackiebeauty

Excited to be giving away the iconic Clarins Comfo

Excited to be giving away the iconic Clarins Comfort Lip Oil on Instagram. It’s shade ‘honey’. It’s formulated with 93% naturally sourced ingredients including: organic jojoba oil, hazelnut and organic rosehip star extract oil. Not only does this lip oil hydrate but it helps strengthen the skin’s moisture barrier. Great product!

To enter, follow @davelackiebeauty & tag a friend who loves makeup. Up to three additional tags are allowed, one per comment. We’ll draw one name at random on April 23rd from all those who enter. (Per Instagram rules, we must mention this is in no way sponsored, administrated, or associated with Instagram Inc. By entering, entrants confirm they are 13+ years of age, release Instagram of responsibility, and agree to Instagram’s terms of use.) Open to residents in countries where it is legal to ship beauty products, age 18+; closes April 22nd, 2024 at 11:59 pm EST. Wishing everyone luck.

Please beware of fake accounts using my image or name. This is my only Instagram account. I do not have a private account. Nor do I ever ask for financial or banking information. I never include a link in any message I send. My giveaways are always free. I want all of my wonderful social media friends to be safe. Wishing everyone luck in this awesome giveaway. #davelackiebeauty

Here’s a new fragrance collection that just laun

Here’s a new fragrance collection that just launched at Sephora that has a fascinating backstory. Fresh Cosmetics co-founders Lev Glazman and Alina Roytberg opened a bohemian-themed, 11-room boutique hotel in Hudson, New York several years ago when, after extensive travels, they felt like a highly curated hotel experience that bridged hospitality, lifestyle and fragrance was missing. The resulting artistic hotel features a mix of vintage, one-of-a-kind antique pieces, restored heirlooms and new pieces of furniture and art creating a cozy and warm ambience. Condé Nast Traveler magazine reviewed it as: “You don’t just stay at the hotel, you can take the hotel home with you.”

Fragrance played a big part of the hotel’s experience from the start with a series of clean, gender-inclusive fragrances with a modern and sophisticated character. Lev Glazman designed the scents with rich, sultry notes amplified by arousing pheromones for undeniably sensual scents. They remind me a little of Malin & Goetz’s fragrances. The star eau de parfum is Lover, a warm woody scent with notes of creamy sandalwood, luscious fig, vetiver, jasmine, narcissus, and a hint of oud. I can tell you each fragrance is beautifully blended. These are worth checking out at @sephoracanada #davelackiebeauty #themakerfragrances #themaker @themakerhotel

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It's almost tinted moisturizer season in Canada. A

It's almost tinted moisturizer season in Canada. And one of my favourites is Bobbi Brown’s Vitamin Enriched Skin Tint SPF15. Think of this as the next generation of tinted moisturizer as it is packed with skin-nourishing ingredients, offers 12 hours of hydration and looks natural. Even better it is sweat proof and humidity resistant. Available in 16 shades from very fair to deep. #davelackiebeauty

I’m giving away one of the best lip balms for wi

I’m giving away one of the best lip balms for winter on Instagram. Fresh Sugar Advanced Therapy Lip Balm offers intense hydration for extra-dry lips. It moisturizes for up to 24 hours – ideal for Canadian winters.

To enter, follow @davelackiebeauty & tag a friend who loves makeup. Up to three additional tags are allowed, one per comment. We’ll draw one name at random on April 16th from all those who enter. (Per Instagram rules, we must mention this is in no way sponsored, administrated, or associated with Instagram Inc. By entering, entrants confirm they are 13+ years of age, release Instagram of responsibility, and agree to Instagram’s terms of use.) Open to residents in countries where it is legal to ship beauty products, age 18+; closes April 15h, 2024 at 11:59 pm EST. Wishing everyone luck.

Please beware of fake accounts using my image or name. This is my only Instagram account. I do not have a private account. Nor do I ever ask for financial or banking information. I never include a link in any message I send. My giveaways are always free. Wishing everyone luck in this awesome giveaway. #davelackiebeauty

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