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Daily Mirror
4 days ago
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- Daily Mirror
Luxury fragrance brand launches £62 ‘Aperol spritz' perfume that smells like summer weekends
If you've been looking for the perfect summer scent, you're in luck as Maison Margiela's REPLICA has launched a new 'Aperol spritz' fragrance that's been hailed as 'summer in a bottle' With balmy evenings, blue skies, and sunshine-filled mornings, summer is (hopefully) here to stay. And now that the warm weather is mostly settling in, there's no better time to treat yourself to a new scent. So if you're on the hunt for a new fragrance to match your mood, Maison Margiela's REPLICA has just launched what might be its most summery scent yet. The French luxury fashion house introduced its first fragrance, Untitled, in 2010, and has since built a cult following with its genderless perfumes and home scents. By 2012, the iconic REPLICA line was born, designed to capture nostalgic moments and feelings through scent. From By the Fireplace to Lazy Sunday Morning, each fragrance is intended to reproduce a familiar scent. And now, Never Ending Summer is here with that golden hour, Aperol-sipping, Italian coastline vibe. With spicy citrus notes and a gorgeous sunset orange shade, this could easily become your new favourite scent of the season. The top notes include spritz accord, bitter orange, and pepper duet, with the base notes of patchouli, cedarwood, and vetiver bringing an earth element to the Mediterranean citrus smells. The overwhelming reviews all agreed that this scent is 'summer in a bottle' or the 'perfect summer scent'. One shopper praised: "Summer in a bottle. Maison Margiela's Never Ending Summer Eau de Toilette is sunshine in scent form! It opens with a burst of citrus and warm, sun-kissed notes that instantly lift my mood. Light, fresh, and effortless, it lingers beautifully without being overpowering. It truly captures that carefree, golden-hour vibe. Perfect for daily wear or a summer getaway, this fragrance feels like a warm embrace from a perfect day. A second added: "So summery. I purchased this a gift for a friend who was spending her honeymoon in the Amalfi Coast. She wears it all the time now and it smells so good on her. It is very citrusy and fresh - perfect for summer and my friend says it reminds her so much of being on the Amalfi Coast." However, a couple did note that the lasting power is not as long as it should be for the price. A reviewer said: "Summer in a bottle but doesn't last long enough. I got to try this in store today. It's such a refreshing citrus scent, perfectly balanced not too sweet nor sharp or sour. My only complaint is that it didn't last, and I could hardly smell the zesty notes on my jacket after two hours; it just left with a faint mossy scent. If you're looking to test out the Replica fragrance before purchasing, the Maison Margiela Replica Memory Box is £36 and allows you to sample 10 different mini fragrances. While the Kayali Discovery Sampler Set is currently £18.65 at Beauty Bay.
Daily Mirror
01-05-2025
- Daily Mirror
Beauty fans rave over 'scent of royalty' perfume that's now available for £10
Shoppers who are big fans of luxury fragrances might want to snap up this deal, as Penhaligon's has a very clever way to purchase its perfumes for a lot less than the usual price tag Bargain hunters are all abuzz about snagging a 'scent of royalty' for a mere £10. Penhaligon's, the luxury perfume label, typically slaps a roughly £215 price tag on its exquisite bottles, but there's a clever trick to bask in their luxurious fragrances without breaking the bank. Penhaligon's has put up its Ladies' Fragrance Collection on their website for £50, with the set boasting five 5ml bottles of their signature aromas. As an avid lover of all things fragrant, who indulges in a spritz every day, even before catching some z's, I reckon this collection could easily span a couple of months. Penhaligon's isn't the only brand cashing in on fragrance exploration sets – Maison Margiela has released a sampler with 7ml samples of Beach Walk and By the Fireplace, for £35 at Sephora, offering a chance to sample stunning scents for less. In a similar vein, Charlotte Tilbury provides a nifty travel trio set containing three 10ml bottles at £48. Over at Sephora, the Empressa perfume is winning hearts, with a solid 4.5 out of 5 stars from a whopping 100+ reviews. One elated customer raved: "The scent of royalty. Opens with a rose and fruit and lingers with a powdery patchouli and bergamot. It lasts for probably 5/6 hours with two sprays. It's definitely a big scent in a small package. If I could envision what it smells like to be a wealthy queen, this is it". Another thrilled purchaser remarked: "This perfume is absolutely beautiful! The scent of peach and vanilla really comes through and lasts the entire day. I wore it on holiday and received multiple compliments, too. The smell is genuinely too nice to only wear on special occasions", reports the Liverpool Echo. And another added: "Empressa has a sensual, earthy, beautifully elegant scent. I definitely get the cocoa, patchouli, amber and frankincense. If you like a warm deep woody scent give it a try. The scent lasted for a few hours." A fourth shopper shared their thoughts, revealing: "When it comes to fragrances, I'm very particular and picky, as I'm not someone who likes a strong overly powerful scent. This, however, has caught my attention. This perfume has notes of cocoa, amber, patchouli, frankincense, and wood. It leaves a sweet yet seductive, definitely for a more mature age demographic. This perfume is also long-lasting; I can definitely see myself purchasing this in the future." Yet, there are consumers who feel the aroma might be too grown-up, with one candidly confessing: "I can't lie I'm not a huge fan of this scent. I did end up giving it to my mother. It seems to be a more mature scent and isn't my cup of tea. The packaging and logo is beautiful though". Customers will find within the Ladies' Fragrance Collection:. The Favourite (Top notes are Violet, Freesia and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Mimosa, Iris and Jasmine Sambac; base notes are Musk, Ambroxan and Sandalwood) Elisabethan Rose (Top notes are Hazelnut, Tangerine, Almond and Cinnamon; middle notes are May Rose, Rose Oil, Rose, Black Currant, Geranium, Red Lily and Plum; base notes are Musk, Woody Notes, Violet, Vetiver and Orris Root) Empressa (Top notes are Blood Orange, Peach, Bergamot, Mandarin Orange and Pink Pepper; middle notes are Rose, Dewberry, Cassis, Neroli and Geranium; base notes are Patchouli, Brown sugar, Musk, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Amber, Cacao and Olibanum) Halfeti (Top notes are Cypress Leaf, Saffron, Cardamom, Artemisia, Bergamot and Grapefruit; middle notes are Bulgarian Rose, Nutmeg and Jasmine; base notes are Agarwood (Oud), Cedar, Leather, Sandalwood, Amber, Tonka Bean, Vanilla and Musk) Luna (Top notes are Lemon, Bergamot and Bitter Orange; middle notes are Rose, Juniper Berries and Jasmine; base notes are Musk, Balsam Fir and Ambergris)
