The best perfumes are Chanel, Guerlain, Dior etc…. Collectible hodgepodge: Chanel, Guerlain, Dior, Clarins

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There is no woman who is indifferent to perfume.

This is a proven means of charm and seduction. The perception of smells belongs to our deepest instincts. We sometimes cannot understand why some of them we like, while others, on the contrary, repel.

Perfumers invent everything for us. But only a few of them get a chance to become truly popular and loved, and for many decades to enter the top sales. I present to you these flavors.

Miss Dior by Dior

This perfume was released in 1947. It is dedicated to the daring, elegant and sensual women. Currently, there are several variations of this popular scent.

Shalimar by Guerlain

Intense sensual fragrance with dizzying oriental notes. It was published in 1921 and is still in demand. In 2004, a lighter version of this perfume was created - Shalimar Light.

Coco Mademoiselle by Chanel

Perfume was created in 2001. They are characterized by a light sensual aroma. Their bottle almost repeats the bottle of the world-famous Chanel No. 5 perfume.

Angel by Thierry Mugler

Popular perfume with an exquisite oriental scent. They also stand out with their original bottle topped with a sparkling crystal star.

La petite robe Noir ("Small black dress") by Guerlain

Spirits with subtle oriental fragrance, were created in 2012 and quickly became popular. According to connoisseurs, they embody true Parisian chic.

Chanel N5 by Chanel

This legendary perfume was created in 1921. asked the perfumer to create an artificial fragrance, so the composition was based on synthetic ingredients combined with floral notes. These perfumes are still the most famous in the world. They create impeccable image elegant, successful mature woman.

J'adore ("I love") by Dior

Refined, feminine, sophisticated fragrance with floral and fruity notes was released in 2000. Today it is the most popular in the world. Last year, these perfumes overtook all other perfumes in sales.

L'Air du Temps ("The Zeitgeist") by Nina Ricci

The perfume was created in 1948 and still remains one of the best-selling perfumes. Its smell creates a feeling of joy, well-being, confidence and carelessness.

Opium by Yves Saint Laurent

The perfume was created in 1977. It is the most persistent in the world. It is dominated by sensual erotic oriental notes. These perfumes contain the highest concentration of alcohol, thanks to which they leave a persistent odor trail.

Poison ("Poison", "Poison") by Christian Dior

Perfume appeared on the market in 1985. Considered the sexiest perfume in the world. They have a spicy, sensual, exciting aroma.

Obsession by Calvin Klein

The fragrance was created in 1985. This sensual, provocative fragrance creates an image of a dynamic modern woman, an extraordinary personality that cannot be forgotten.

Zen by Shiseido

And this is what this beauty looks like in my hands. The shine of the tweed is even more visible, perhaps. True, my nails are politically incorrectly painted with Dior denim. At first I even wanted to repaint, but then I decided that I shouldn’t go in like that :))

You can see great swatches of this toy on Dasha Edelich's blog. But Dasha uses it for its intended purpose - that is, as an eyelid makeup product, but it seems to me that if you pick up the contents of the palette with a wide brush and apply, for example, to the entire area from temple to temple, from above, including the bridge of the nose and even a little forehead, from below - cheekbones, the effect is very interesting. It’s almost impossible to photograph this trick so that you can see what I’m actually talking about - you need a photographer of the level ... uh ... not my level, plus photoshop, which at this level is no longer called “photoshop”, but “post-production”.

With the slightest use, of course, all the beautiful tweediness of the palette immediately disappears. But I insist that it’s more of a highlighter than shadows, if only because the shadows in such a “packaging” are at least strange. Can you imagine how many years it will take to use them up to the end?! :))

But let's move on to the second participant of our second round. This is what the Lady Dior Palette looks like - also on the promotional photo. If Chanel is watercolor, then Dior is gouache. Or pastel. But also painting, of course. The Dior bag occupies a central place in the composition of this canvas. And it was created, as stated, according to all the laws of haute couture. (What is it called in chess? E2 - E4? :))

Its release took place in Europe at the beginning of summer, but it will reach us in October. Bella-shmella was the first to tell the Russian-reading world about it, if I'm not mistaken. I say right away: the colors on the promo shamelessly lie. In life, everything is much more humane, the bag is not crimson (but pastel red), its handle is not ultraviolet (but calm blue), and the gray background is not wet asphalt, but rather a noble mouse gray background. In my photos, the colors are also imperfect, but still closer to life, oddly enough.

The palette went around all the English-speaking blogs that vied with each other to tell us the story of the bag, the story of Lady Diana who adored this bag, the story of everyone who adored Lady Diana and again the story of the bag.

However, I, alas, did not find any clear swatches in front of my eyes. There are some guidelines for use - "if you want just gray shadows, take grey colour, if you want rich gray shadows, mix it with blue, if you want color-die-everything, mix it with red.” It didn't convince me, to be honest.

I tried to do my swatches, on my hand. Here is Chanel...

Below is Dior.

On reflection, I came to the conclusion that for the sake of an indistinct and dubious gray-blue-red shade on the eyelids, spoiling such a wonderful thing as a Lady Dior palette by poking it with a brush is even somehow inhumane. It's like taking the original Picasso's "Girl in the Cube" and trying to use it as a coloring book in an art class in senior group kindergarten. And to assure parents that in this way and only in this way it is possible to instill in children an artistic taste.

In general, in this round of the Dior Vs Chanel duel, my sympathies are rather on the side of Ombres Tissees Beiges Chanel. Despite all its watercolor, it is more viable than Dior gouache. What do you think, dear ones?

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These fragrances are true legends. Their names are inscribed in golden letters in the annals of perfumery. As expected, every legend has its own story.

Christian Dior

Christian Dior felt confident not only as a designer, but also as a perfumer. The passion he felt for floral scents, allowed him to create compositions that have become the epitome of femininity and still delight women around the world.

Heart of Dior fragrances

When Maestro launched his first collection " new look"In 1947, he expressed his desire to create an elegant, modern fragrance conveying the feeling of love. So there was "Miss Dior".

The great couturier wanted perfume to be a continuation feminine essence. It was enough to open a bottle of perfume for the imagination to draw the entire collection of legendary dresses from Dior.

In 1955, the company launched its first unisex fragrance "Eau Fraîche" and then, in 1966, the legendary men's fragrance"Eau Sauvage", the face of which was the sex symbol of the time, Alain Delon.

Christian Dior planted flowers, and they gave him real inspiration. Being very demanding, Dior worked with the best perfumers, using only the purest and most expensive ingredients. The floral heart of Dior perfume has become a kind of olfactive signature of the brand.

Top Selling Perfumes

Many Dior fragrances have already become cult. Who doesn't know "Miss Dior", "Poison", "Dior Addict", or "J'adore". The latter has remained one of the top sellers since its launch in 1999. And "Eau Sauvage" takes the third line in the list of the best-selling men's fragrances in France.

Yves Saint Laurent

The brand is known both for its collections of dresses and fragrances that have become iconic in the perfume world.

"Y" and "YSL pour Homme", two perfume premieres from Yves Saint Laurent

Starting his career as an assistant to Christian Dior, Yves Saint Laurent takes over after his death. He later creates a brand under own name. In 1964 Laurent launches his first fragrance - "Y". This intense chypre feminine fragrance reminiscent of the famous perfumes of the 50s: "Miss Dior" and "Cabochard". As conceived by the creator, this perfume symbolized the specific mixture of elegance and simplicity inherent in the brand. The next men's fragrance "YSL Pour homme"Presented by Yves Saint Laurent himself. Nude. As part of an advertising photo campaign.

At the same time, his "Rive Gauche" comes out - "the smell of a free and self-confident woman."

Fragrances Yves Saint Laurent: keeping up with the times

In 1977, the scandalous "Opium" appears and becomes one of the biggest commercial successes of Yves Saint Laurent. To this day, he retains his position in the top of the best-selling perfumes in France, and his perfume composition inspired more than one perfumer to create oriental fragrances.

In the 80s, the brand produces perfumes of a different kind. For example, feminine and fresh "Paris". The 90s were marked by the appearance of the male version of "Opium Pour Homme".

Perfume of Yves Saint Laurent without Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent decided to "leave the stage" in 2002, but perfume history from famous brand continues. "M7" is the first men's fragrance created by Tom Ford for a famous brand. This was followed by "Cinéma", "L'Homme", "Elle", "Parisienne" and "La Nuit De L'Homme". The novelty is the flanker of the infamous "Opium". "Black Opium" is a modernized classic.

Chanel

Chanel is definitely one of the most famous cosmetic brands luxury class. Fame brought the brand, including perfume. "Chanel N°5", "Coco", "Coco Mademoiselle", "Chance" are synonymous with elegance and femininity.

"No. 5" - the first fragrance, the first success

Gabrielle Chanel gained popularity as fashion designer in 1913-1914. She upgraded women's clothing, introduced the fashion for short haircuts. In the early 1920s, she asked the eminent perfumer Ernest Beaux to create a "scent of a woman". He presents several samples numbered from 1 to 5 and from 20 to 24. Koko chooses No. 5. The aldehyde fragrance consists of eighty ingredients. The fragrance became a sensation. Chanel called him "No. 5": "I launch my collection on the 5th day of the fifth month, let this be his name. It will bring him good luck." Thus was born the legend, the most famous perfume in the world.

In 1922, Coco Chanel and Ernest Bo launch "No. 22". Then, in 1924, Gabrielle Chanel entrusts the production of perfume to Pierre Wertheimer. "Les Parfums Chanel" appears. Then a whole string of fragrances signed by Ernest Bo: "Gardenia in 1925," Bois des îles "in 1926," Cuir de Russie ". The war stopped the production of perfumes for several years.

№5 , Chanel

№5 , Chanel

The rebirth of Chanel perfume

In the early 1950s, Ernest Beau was replaced by perfumer Henri Robert. In 1955, he creates the first men's fragrance from Chanel "Pour Monsieur". In 1970, a perfume called "No. 19" was released, in honor of the anniversary of the birth of Coco Chanel, who was born on August 19, 1883. In 1974, Henri Robert creates toilet water"Crystal".

In 1978, Jacques Polge became the "nose" of the legendary brand. In 1984, he honored the memory of Gabrielle Chanel with the fragrance "Coco". In 1987, the iconic male "Égoïste" appeared, in 1993 "Égoïste Platinium", in 1996 "Allure" and in 1999 "Allure Homme". In the early 2000s, Jacques Polge continues his innovative course: in 2001, "Coco Mademoiselle" appears, and then in 2002 the round "Chance".

In 2010, Jacques Polge creates "Bleu de Chanel" - the fragrance of the winners. Then - "Coco Noir" fragrance in the spirit of baroque.

№19 , Chanel		Cristalle, Chanel		Coco, Chanel

Good afternoon girls! A lot of photos and texts about some means have accumulated in the drafts, and therefore today's post is completely unsystematic and a little about everything

Guerlain Super Aqua-Serum BB+ Hydra Beauty Balm Instant Hydration Perfects SPF 25 PA++ in Clair/Light

First of all, I will say that I have a problem with tonal means. I never used them, a couple of years ago I tried to make friends with Clinics and Guerlain, but the relationship did not work out. On this I abandoned this idea, perfectly managing with powder. But I want to try something new))) And after a long reading of reviews on everything, I wanted this BB cream from the Guerlain moisturizing care line. I had to chase after him - even many consultants do not know about this cream. But here I have it, and I'm ready to tell you about it!

A few words about my skin. All her life she was oily, but after a course of peelings, a miracle happened at the cosmetologist, and I became a happy owner of almost normal (with a little oiliness and occasional peeling) skin. The skin does not reach the ideal from the word “completely”, the pores are enlarged, now there is practically no inflammation.

I apply the cream without a make-up base, after applying the serum (I have EL ANR). I have enough moisture for the day.
Despite the fact that the cream belongs to a series of care products, I perceive it more as a decorative product. I didn’t expect special care properties from him, but the skin is comfortable, and this is the main thing. The presence of SPF is also a good bonus.
The cream is enclosed in the simplest packaging, a tube of saturated of blue color, is the signature design of the entire Super Aqua-Serum line.
The tube is quite small, which, in principle, appeals to me - it takes up little space. Volume - 40 ml.
A small nuance - there is no dispenser. For some, this is a minus, because it is more convenient with a dispenser, for someone it is a plus, because. allows you to squeeze out exactly the amount of funds that is needed. I take this neutrally: well, no, no, we'll manage.

Smell - light fragrance inherent tonal means, felt only at the time of application.

I apply the cream with my fingers, it’s uncomfortable for me with a brush, I’m not used to it. Plans to order a beauty blender)

For me, the main thing was that I don’t need a dense coating, I can’t stand the mask on my face. And this cream lived up to expectations by 100%.
The cream is light, it will not hide imperfections, it is also pointless to layer it. But the manufacturer does not promise this. The cream is claimed to improve and even out the complexion. He copes with this.

The cream stays on the skin flawlessly. Withstood a difficult test - from 7 am to 12 am in the heating season, during this time I used matting wipes only once, and even then - there was no particular need. I wore it solo, under Chanel's Les Beiges powder, and under meteorites. He is friendly with everyone.

During the day, the cream does not darken on the skin, does not fall into the pores and does not emphasize them, but does not hide them, in principle. Peeling will emphasize.
It is not felt on the skin, I do not feel a foreign layer, which is very important for me.

Minus - a small selection of shades. That is, it is practically absent - only two colors: dark and light. What is valuable in light shade there is no pinkness (I have a pinkish undertone of the face with a beige undertone of the body, so I “pull” my face into a beige shade).
The light shade is darker than my face, but there is no difference with the neck. For the summer, when I get a tan, I plan to buy a dark shade.

On the hand - an attempt to cover up a red spot


on the face




photo more than 12 hours after application, did not use napkins.


Rating: 5+
Testing period: more than two weeks.
Cost: approx. 2400 rubles with the maximum discount in the WG.

Chanel Le Volume De Chanel Mascara #10

This is the mascara with which I cheated on my favorite Lancome Hypnose. And I didn't regret it for a second!
I will say right away, eyelashes are mine weakness. They are short and grow in different sides, have neither bend nor volume. So you won't see the beauty in the photo
Therefore, I choose mascara according to the principle “do no harm” - there were instances that deprived me of eyelashes in general. The main thing for me is that the mascara does at least something, tints, embellishes. Lower it's even worse, so don't be afraid of it on the macro - in ordinary life those spider legs instead of lower lashes aren't that noticeable at all.
My personal opinion: the mascara is excellent. The main thing is a great brush. I hate fancy brushes all kinds of forms and variation. Simple, with thick bristles, applies and distributes mascara well.

About durability: keeps well. To be honest, I've never experienced flaky mascara.
Color is pure deep black.
I do not use make-up removers, the mascara is well washed off with just warm water and a cleansing gel.

Score: 5
Test period: a week
Cost: approx. 1300 rubles with the maximum discount in the WG.

Clarins Eclat Minute Instant Light Natural Lip Perfector #03

The gloss was bought impulsively 10 minutes after I cut my hair: I needed to calm down by doing the usual action Well, plus I couldn’t wear gloss before due to the fact that my hair stuck to them, and I really wanted new sensations now!
I heard a lot about Clarins Eclat Minute glosses, so I chose a shade close to my skin tone and ran to the checkout.

Glitter - in a tube. At the end is an applicator made of something soft and fluffy. It is quite convenient to use it, but this is solely due to the fact that the shade is transparent. It would be inconvenient to apply bright shine with such an applicator.

The gloss smells amazing. In general, I don’t pay much attention to this, but it’s really very pleasant aroma

But on the lips ... From a normal distance, it looks good. But up close, if you look closely, the gloss shamelessly falls into folds, emphasizes the relief of the rub, looks paler than the lips.

The gloss has good care properties, the lips after it are soft, nourished.

In general, my verdict: as a nude to bright makeup eyes, when the lips should be pale, but perfect - will not work. And so, from the category of “smeared and ran” - let him live.

On the hand - for color perception


on the lips - do you see these terrible white stripes? ((







on the face in vivo- looks more tolerable)

Rating: 4-
Testing period: a couple of weeks
Cost: approx. 700 rubles with the maximum discount in the WG.

Dior Diorblush Vibrant Color Powder Blush #566 Brown Milly

I got this blush on New Year as a gift from grandma. I have never seen or tested it. At first, the color seemed to me very controversial, so dark, complex, as I thought.
Blush - in a dark blue glossy case with the inscription Dior on the cap. A brush is attached to them, which I took out of the film only once - for a photo, so I can’t say anything about its qualities and abilities. I use my favorite blush brush from Sigma.
I'll get lost in the description of the color. This is something dark, sometimes lilac, sometimes even light burgundy. I would say this dark variation on the theme "Ashes of the Rose". But the shade is very muted, dusty, not flashy.
The blush has a subtle golden shimmer.
The blush is slightly dusty.
They are well typed on the brush, well pigmented, but do not create marfusha-darlings.
In principle, this blush is such a frosty natural blush effect, as I see it.
I put them on a little lower than I usually wear blush. This way they look more natural.
The color is pleasant, non-binding, will fit into almost any makeup. At the same time, the shade is more winter than summer, it is good with snow-white skin.
Longevity is all day, they don't fade.

On the cheek - bright, in order to understand the color, in life I don’t wear it, of course

and on the face

Rating: 5.
Testing period: almost 4 months.
Cost: approx. 1500 rubles with the maximum discount in the RG.

Dior Diorskin Nude Tan Nude Glow Sun Powder #001 Aurora

This post has been gathering dust in my drafts for almost two years.

To be honest, I don't really like bronzers. I always think that any bronzer will fall on me with a red spot. But in the summer, while on vacation at sea, I suddenly realized that my powder was too light for me, a tan appeared on my face. And right there, I started looking for a store to buy something darker. Having already entered the store, I realized what I wanted - this beautiful four-segment bronzer from Dior. For the rest of the summer, I just used it - mixing shades and applying all over my face, instead of powder. Now the tan is coming off, but I continue to use my summer beauty, however, already in small doses.
Beautiful silver case with branded embossing houses Dior. Closes with a magnet. Opens 110-120 degrees.
The powder consists of four segments - two dark and two light. In addition, there are large letters NUDE on the powder. They, as I first thought, are not erased after several applications, but remain until the end. Immediately in the powder there is a gold plating, after a couple of applications it is erased, but the fine shimmer in the powder still remains.
When you mix both shades, you get perfect color my tanned skin. In addition, when used individually, the powder is great for sculpting.
It has practically no smell.
During the day, the face does not darken, does not disappear. True, when I get wet face mat. napkin, most of the shimmer remains on it.
The powder comes with a kabuki brush. It is made with high quality, the pile is dense, well stuffed, does not fray or prick. It will not work to apply powder to her entire face - the layer will come out too dense. But for sculpting, it's great!

Photo on the face, sorry, will not be - bronzer is too dark for the current state of my skin)

Does this summer's collection have its own variations of DiorSkin Nude Tan? and I really want one of them

Rating: 5.
Testing period: since summer 2012.
Price: about 2100 with a maximum discount in the WG.

Thank you for your attention! As always, yours is Alina!