Victoria’s Secret Sheer Love Fragrance Mist

Hi Vixen, this time I will review my new body spray from Victoria’s Secret Fantasies line called Sheer Love. I believe Sheer Love was launched to the market in 2011 (correct me if I’m wrong). It has a fresh notes of white cotton and sensual pink lily.  

From Victoria’s Secret website:

“Fall in Sheer Love, bright and cheerful with fresh white cotton and luminous pink lily. Experience the luxury of fragrance. Refreshing formula is infused with conditioning aloe vera and calming chamomile. Spray on for a sexy touch of scent. “ 

For me Sheer Love just smells lovely. ‘Feminine’, ‘romantic’, ‘floral’, ‘clean’, ‘light’, ‘fresh’ and ‘soft’ are the words that I think representing Sheer Love. Neither sweet nor fruity like any other Victoria’s Secret Fantasies body sprays. For you who work in close office environment, I think Sheer Love is the fragrance that will not offend anyone.

For people who like a unique or one of a kind scent, I guess they would say that Sheer Love is totally bland, boring, and not memorable. Well, for me Sheer Love is not ‘earth shattering’ but it is still a pleasant fragrance. My only disappointment is the lasting power. After like a few minutes I can’t even smell it anymore! It just gone! Maybe I should get the matching shower gel or lotion to make the scent linger much longer.  

So what do you think of Sheer Love? Have you ever tried it? Would you try it? What is your favorite Victoria’s Secret fragrance? What is your favorite scent of all the time? Tell me on the comment section below.

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Haul and Review: Bath and Body Works, Skin Food, Victoria's Secret, Revlon

Hi everyone, I hope you enjoy this post

Revlon Colorburts Lipstick in Soft Nude

I haven’t found my Holy Grail nude lipstick, so I try this one. The quilted packaging reminds me of the uber popular Chanel 2.55 purse. The top lid shows you exactly the lipstick color inside, I love it. This color looks very pretty in the tube, a neutral peachy nude, but on me, I don’t know… sometimes it looks okay, sometimes it just makes my face kinda ‘green’ and somewhat ‘unhealthy’. Maybe this is not a right nude color for me. Most of the time I pair it with NYX Mega Shine Lipgloss in ‘Natural’. I think the combination looks great on my skin tone. I’m continuing my search to find the perfect nude lipstick. If you have any recommendation please tell me on the comment below

Victoria’s Secret ‘Love Spell’ Fragrance Mist

Notes: Chamomile, aloe, cherry blossom, peach

The all time best selling smell from Victoria’s Secret! I purchased this product without smelling it, Adriana Lima did a great job selling this to me through one commercial video. Let me tell you, I don’t love it but I don’t hate it either. It smells fruity to me. I can smell the peach and somewhat I sense an orange too. Juicy, flirty, playful, very ‘teenage’ like because I can’t imagine older women wear it. The first spray is a little bit strong and harsh but the alcohol settles down quickly. Somewhat this product reminds me of car freshener, if you are planning to purchase this particular scent, don’t forget to smell it first.

Sillage: weak to medium, I find Victoria’s Secret Pure Seduction Refreshing Body Mist (the old packaging) is much stronger. I spray the Pure Seduction and my entire bed room smells like it.

Longevity: poor. After all you can’t expect a long lasting scent from a body spray. 

Skin Food Gold Apple Hand Balm

This stuff smells amazing, a light, true scent of green apple, the texture is creamy, not to thick not too thin. It does the job moisturized my dry hand, after a few second it absorbs into my skin and leaves a soft smooth feeling! Awesome! I recommend this to everyone!

Bath and Body Works ‘Warm Vanilla Sugar’

Middle Notes: coconut, vanilla, rice

Base Notes:  sandalwood, musk, vanilla, heliotrope

This one is probably my favorite Bath and Body Works scent so far. It smells exactly like vanilla and sugar, a light sweet vanilla with a sugar sprinkled on top. Very yummy, not offensive, not too powdery, and not too sweet. It just right. Usually wearing heavy vanilla scent on hot day can be unbearable (especially with The Body Shop Vanilla EDT and Burberry ‘Brit’ EDT) but I don’t have any problem with Warm Vanilla Sugar on a hot day. Try it! I think most people would love it!

Sillage: Poor

Longevity: Poor. Again…well this is body spray. I f you want long lasting fragrance, go buy Eau de Parfum or Parfum instead. Even most Eau de Toilettes don’t last long nowadays. For this particular scent I find it last longer when you spray it on clothes. Maybe I should buy the matching lotion to make this scent stays on longer. 

Bath and Body Works ‘Country Chic’

Top Notes: grapefruit, pear, green notes, tagetes, amalfi lemon

Middle Notes: jasmine, African orange flower, gardenia, lily, raspberry

Base Notes: musk, patchouli, Virginia chedar, amber, peach, orchid, praline

Another blind purchase, this one smells exactly like Oriflame ‘Miss O Fashion Princess’ ( the blue bottle on the left with blue atomizer) fruity floral, not too strong, not too sweet, not too sour, not overly flowery, the difference is, Country Chic is lighter. Both Country Chic and Miss O Pashion Princess smell good, I can see this two fragrances loved by so many people, I do want to like this, but I don’t know! There is something about this two that give me a slight headache, I don’t know what, I just recommend you to smell it first before you buy it.

Sillage: Poor

Longevity: Poor

Bath and Body Works ‘Paris Amour’

Top Notes: Mandarin orange, strawberry, cassis, apple blossom, freesia

Middle Notes: Jasmine, lotus, peach, frangipani, pink tulip

Base Notes: Musk, sandalwood, amber, vanilla, coconut

I didn’t buy this one. My friend Novi did (blind purchase too) but she let me to review this product for you. Novi and me will swap a small amount of our Bath and Body Works. She can get my ‘Warm Vanilla Sugar’  and ‘Country Chic’, I get her  ‘Paris Amour’. Fair enough! swapping is a great way to try new product when you aren’t sure whether you will like it or no. We have the chance to try it to think about it before we decide to buy it.  For me Paris Amour smells wonderful! Light but sweet. The first thing I notice when I spray is strawberry, then it develops to a sweet yummy smell, like frosting! Yes frosting! Totally will purchase my own someday, plus look at the bottle! It just looks very cute on my table

Sillage: poor. The funny thing is, I use like one spray on my shirt, after a while, I decided to play with both of my dogs. They licked my shirt like crazy! Maybe they want strawberry and frosting? So cute

Longevity: poor

So do you have any question about these products? Don’t hesitate to ask me on the comment section below. Have a nice day all!

PS: English is my second language, don’t hesitate to correct my English, comment, email , or tweet me @melisaberry I’m willing to learn.

Victoria’s Secret Multi-Million Dollar Fantasy Bras History

In order to celebrate The Annual Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2011 this November, I will show you all the diamond bras that Victoria’s Secret ever made. I hope you enjoy this post.

Million Dollar Miracle Bra (1996)

I believe this was the first time Victoria’s Secret ever came up with the diamond bra concept. Worn by German supermodel Claudia Schiffer on the photoshoot (unfortunately it wasn’t presented on the runway), this bra cost $ 1,000,000. 

Diamond Dream Bra (1997)

Tyra Banks wore this $ 3,000,000 white diamond bra. This bra did not appear on the runway either.

Dream Angel Fantasy Bra (1998)

At the fantastic $ 5,000,000 price tag, the lucky lady who wore this bra was Czech supermodel, Daniela Pestova.

Millenium Bra (1999)

The $ 10,000,000 diamond encrusted bra worn by Heidi Klum, don’t you love to have star shape diamonds on your bra?

Red Hot Fantasy Bra/Panties (2000)

This $ 15,000,000 creation breaks the Guiness Book of Record as one of the most expensive lingerie pieces that ever created. $ 15,000,000! Brazilian bombshell, Gisele Bundchen wore this on the photoshoot. This bra never made it to the runway either.

From fashionista.com: Made of red satin and comprised of over 1,300 stones including 300 carats of Thai rubies.

Heavenly Star Bra (2001)

Heidi Klum wore the diamond bra for the second time. This one was the first million dollar bra (well this particular one cost about $ 12,500,000!) that ever presented on the VS Fashion Show. Isn’t it gorgeous? beautiful bra on the beautiful Heidi.

From fashionista.com: Comprised of 1,200 Sri Lankan pink sapphires and a 90-carat emerald cut diamond.

Star of Voctoria Fantasy Bra (2002)

At 2002, Karolina Kurkova  wore this $ 10,000,000 bra

From fashionista.com: Star of Victoria Fantasy Bra was studded with 1,150 ruby roses and 1,600 emerald leaves.

Very Sexy Fantasy Bra (2003)

For the third time Heidi Klum wear the million dollar bra, lucky girl! at the $ 11,000,000 price, this bra is very sexy, with the cut-out on top and bottom part, Heidi needed to layer it with red bra and thong to toned the sexiness down on the runway.

From fashionista.com: Featured a 70-carat diamond, the second largest in the world.

Heavenly “70” Fantasy Bra (2004)

I don’t know about the reason, but this bra wasn’t showed up on the runway. Nonetheless, this is a very beautiful creation, cost about $ 10,000,000 Tyra Banks wore it for the photoshoot. This bra reminds me of the headpiece that Arwen (Liv Tyler) wore at The Lord of the Ring: The Return of the King.

From fashionista.com: Featured a 70-carat pear-shaped diamond in the center. Apparently over 275 hours of labor went into the bra.

Sexy Splendor Fantasy Bra (2005)

This $ 12,500,000 worn by Gisele Bundchen. On  the runway they layered it with red bra, at the photoshoot, they just photoshop Gisele’s nipple ;D

From fashionista.com: Comprised of over 2900 pave set diamonds, 22 ruby gemstones, a 101 karat diamond and set in 18-carat white gold.

Hearts on Fire Diamond Fantasy Bra (2006)

Look how gorgeous! The ‘snowy branches wings’, the runway set up, Karolina Kurkova amazing body, and of course the $ 6,500,000 bra…

From fashionista.com: Comprised of over 2,000 diamonds with a 10-carat diamond brooch centerpiece.

Holiday Fantasy Bra (2007)

Selita Ebanks looked like a very expensive Christmas tree :D but looking good with $ 4,500,000 bra wasn’t an easy task, Selita said “It hurt. Yeah, diamonds hurt , I don’t know about wearing diamonds on your crotch. It’s like you’re walking and scraping. This is not cohesive to get a man. No man wants a scratchy vagina.”

From fashionista.com: Comprised of diamonds, rubies, emeralds and yellow sapphires by jeweler Mouawad.

Black Diamond Fantasy Miracle Bra (2008)

Brazillian goddess, Miss Adriana Lima wore this $ 5,000,000 bra, this black diamond bra is one of my favorites.

From fashionista.com: Comprised of 3,575 black diamonds (two of which weight 100 carats each), 117 certified one-carat round diamonds and 34 rubies. Created by celebrity jeweler Martin Katz.

Harlequin Fantasy Bra (2009)

Again, one of my favorites too. California girl, Marisa Miller is the lucky chick who wore this beautiful $ 3,000,000 bra at the VS fashion show.

From fashionista.com: Comprised of 2,300 diamonds crisscrossing the cups and 16-carat heart-shaped diamond pendant at the center.

Bombshell Fantasy Bra (2010)

Well, this $ 2,000,000 bra…again is one of my favorites. Adriana Lima wore it during VS Fashion Show last year, combined with festive feather wings. Adriana looked stunning in it.

From fashionista.com: Comprised of more than 3000 brilliant cut white diamonds, light blue sapphires and oval-shaped topazes, all set in 18 karat white gold. Features 60 carats of diamonds and 82 carats of sapphires and topazes. The bra took six Damiani craftsmen 1500 hours of full-time labor to complete.

Treasure Fantasy Bra (2011)

Australian (and hot mama!) Miranda Kerr finally will be wearing this $ 2,500,000 bra on the runway this November. With yellow diamonds, white diamonds, pearls, citrines, aquamarines, white gold, and yellow gold, this bra is stunning!

Are you excited for the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show this November? I can’t wait to see Miranda rock it on the runway, I can’t wait to see the other girls too! Personally I hope Alessandra Ambrosio will wear the million dollar bra next year, she’s VS veteran, success in high fashion world, and overall one of the richest supermodels, do you all agree with me? Or do you want to see Candice Swanepoel, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, or Doutzen Kroes, with the diamond bra next year? Tell me in the comment below!

PS: English is my second language, don’t hesitate to correct my grammar, I’m willing to learn. Tell me on the comment section, message, or tweet me @melisaberry

Tag! I tag everyone!!!

Hi girls, I found this tag on Youtube and I want to share my answers to all of you

MAKEUP
blush or bronzer? I prefer blush, my favorite right now is Revlon Powder blush in ‘Soft Spoken Pink, it just a very natural sheer medium pink color. I rarely wear bronzer because everytime I try to use it, my complexion just looks dull and ‘dirty’ maybe I haven’t found the right product or the right technique? I don’t know girls…just let me know if you have a suggestion.
lip gloss or lipstick? both. it just depends on my mood.

eye liner or mascara? mascara, but now, I’m in love with my MAC Fluidline Eyeliner in ‘Blacktrack’ this cream eyeliner seriously stays put.

foundation or concealer? concealer, can’t live without my MAC Studio Finish Concealer SPF 35. Love this product. Foundation is too heavy for me.

neutral or color eye shadow? both, again this is really depends on my mood.

pressed or loose eye shadows? pressed, I don’t like powder because it can be messy! Fall outs and everything.

brushes or sponges? brushes.

NAILS
Long or short? short. I think a very long nails look tacky.

Acrylic or natural? I prefer natural all the way.

Brights or darks? depends on my mood. I do love black, burgundy, and navy but sometimes I use pale pink, lavender, blue, or red.

Flower or no flower? no flower. Crazy nail art just creeps me out.

BODY
perfume or body splash? perfume all the way! I’m a perfume addict! Right now I’m rotating among CK “Euphoria”, Carolina Herrera “CH”, and Gucci “Guilty”. Although I love Victoria’s Secret and Bath & Body Works body sprays J

lotion or body butter? both. Lotion on daily basis and body butter when I want to feel pampered. The Body Shop mango and shea body butters are my all time favorite, now I’m curious about their lemon and wild cherry body butters.

body wash or soap? both. Trying different scents, different shapes, and ingredients are always fun. I really want to try more Lush product, but seriously that stuff is very expensive in my country.

FASHION:
jeans or sweat pants? jeans.
long sleeve of short? short but not sleeve less.
dresses or skirts? dresses. It is easier, you don’t have to think about mix and match.
stripes or plaid? stripes
flip flops or sandals? both but I think sandals are cuter
scarves or hats? scarves
studs or dangly earrings? both
necklaces or bracelets? both
heels or flats? flats. I’m 5’7 tall (170 cm) and in my country I considered to be a tall girl. Wearing heels and everybody are going to stare.
cowboy boots or riding boots? riding boots! So much sexier
jacket or hoodie? jacket although I admit hoodie is much more comfy.

HAIR:
curly or straight? I like them both.
bun or ponytail? both, just depends on my mood
bobby pins or butterfly clips? bobby pins.
hair spray or gel? light to medium hold hair spray! Don’t like the super strong one and I don't like gel either.
long or short? long hair like Victoria’s Secret angels J
light or dark? I like them both as long it still looks natural.
side sweep bangs or full bangs? no bangs! I had tried sweep, I had tried blunt and I don't want to go back (at least, not in the near future)
up or down? both, depends on my mood.

RANDOM
Rain or shine? ummm cloudy?
Summer or winter? summer on the beach J Everyday is summer in my country and seriously… it gets super hot everyday
Fall or spring: fall
Chocolate or vanilla: to eat? chocolate I love dark chocolate. To smell? vanilla.

I tag everyone!!! but especially I really want to hear the answers from some of fellow beauty bloggers here:

http://nisachan-nisachan.blogspot.com/

http://www.prettymuchmakeup.com/

http://www.putrikansil.com/

http://bebethepetite.blogspot.com/

http://www.justcreamy.com/

check them out! I love their blogs 

PS: English is my second language, so excuse my grammar. Don’t hesitate to correct my grammar. Comment, send me an e-mail, or tweet me @melisaberry I am willing to learn. 

Review of Victoria’s Secret “Pure Seduction” Body Spray and Hand & Body Cream

Victoria’s Secret “Pure Seduction” Refreshing Body Mist

When I was in Changi Airport Singapore a few days back, I decide to tried this Victoria’s Secret stuff. I adore this scent! I love it so much. Very fresh, sweet, and addicting. It contains cassaba melon, plum, and freesia, but personally I smell juicy strawberry and the melon in it. The smell is really strong and fruity when I first spray it onto my skin, but after a few minutes, it changes to this light and airy fruity floral scent. Subtle, delicate and inoffensive for the people around you. Just don’t spray too much because this body spray has amazing sillage. Pure Seduction is great spring/summer fragrance and by the way…my bf loves it too.

The only complain I have about this is the scent doesn’t last long on my skin. I have to re-apply every two hours or so. But that is fine. Every single body sprays in this world will not last on everybody too. If lasting power is very important for you, I suggest buy fragrance in the form of eau de parfum or parfum because they more concentrated and absolutely last longer.

Victoria’s Secret “Pure Seduction” Ultra-Moisturizing Hand and Body Cream

In the store I tried the Pure Seduction body lotion first and I love it. The lotion is very moisturizing, nice consistency, and smells very good, exactly like the body spray. But I decided to buy the hand and body cream because I thought it will moisturize my skin more than the body lotion. The hand and body cream is very rich and of course ticker than the lotion. It makes my skin feels so smooth and silky.

The only thing is, when I first apply, this hand and body cream smells so strong! Very strong! Like a very fruity car freshener! Like something I would use on the floor or toilet! I need to wait a few minutes so the smell settles and fade a little bit. But this one has a great lasting power ( I still can smell it four hours later ). If times can go back, I would choose the body lotion. Not the cream.

What do you think of ‘Pure Seduction’? Or do you prefer “Love Spell”? I love Love Spell too! What is your favorite fragrance from Victoria’s Secret? Or tell me your absolute favorite perfume on the comment below.

PS: English is my second language, so excuse my grammar. Don’t hesitate to correct my grammar. Comment, send me an e-mail, or tweet me @melisaberry

Candice Swanepoel Victoria's Secret Bombshell Fragrance Collection

Victoria's Secret Beauty Launches "Bombshell" Fragrance Collection Candice Swanepoel and Adriana Lima pose at Victoria's Secret Beauty Launches "Bombshell" Fragrance Collection Christened "Victoria's Secret Bombshell" in reference to supermodel of the brand, this new fragrance developed in collaboration with Givaudan provides notes at once floral, fruity and aromatic. The fragrance is available in stores Victoria's Secret, but also on the website of the brand.

"Victoria's Secret Bombshell 'opens on notes of peony and Chinese yellow passion fruit native to the Brazilian jungle, decorated vanilla extracts for the sensual aspect of the fragrance.

On the design side, the pink glass bottle of the fragrance inspired by the most beautiful jewels faceted and tends to represent the different body parts of women. The bottle is provided with a black satin bow and multiple stripes of pink, signature iconic American brand.

"The sparkling fruit alongside both a stifling heat and a certain sensuality to express fresh sexiness, glamorous and ultra-feminine fragrance. We designed this fragrance to a memorable, unique. Like a bomb from Victoria's Secret, "says Mark Knitowski, vice president of affiliate development at Victoria's Secret perfume.

Victoria's Secret's claw has been honored many times for the quality of women's fragrances, particularly popular with the American public. The brand has received a particular FIFI Awards in 2009 and 2010 for fragrance Sexy Little Things and Love Black Rocks