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Daily Record
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
'Memorable' little known luxury scent 'great for all ages' now half price at Boots
This Estée Lauder fragrance has been hailed as a "signature" for some perfume buffs. Looking for a perfume that will be sure to attract attention? Then any bottle from Estée Lauder is considered to be the best of the best. While there are many different scents to choose from, notably the iconic Youth Dew, there are a few lesser known alternatives that can often go by unnoticed, but are no less impactful. One that has been hailed as "memorable" and "great for any age group" is the Modern Muse Eau de Parfum Spray. Even better, we know where shoppers can get their hands on a bottle for half-price right now. High street favourite Boots is currently running a massive perfume sale, with a 50ml of this Estée Lauder scent now on offer for £42.50, down from £85, which is a deal not to be sniffed at. A more modern fragrance for the luxury brand, Modern Muse was first launched in 2013 and was "inspired by the complexity of a modern woman". It's contrasting scent of sparkling florals and woods is said to be what makes it "recognizable" and "unique" from others on the market. To represent her "creative energy" and "magnetic femininity", the perfume opens up on exotic mandarin, before blending into jasmine sambac, China absolute, fresh lily, honeysuckle, dewy petals and tuberose. Soft musk, Madagascar vanilla, amber wood and patchouli then finish off the fragrance, adding depth that has been designed to represent a woman's style, strength and sensuality. The bottle itself will also add a touch of luxury to any vanity table, as its slim, sleek design that has been topped with a bow-shaped lid in black and gold accents represents the brand's upper-class reputation. For a similar unique scent, YSL's Black Opium Illicit Green boasts notes of zesty green fruits that have been mixed with a coffee base. At the moment, a 75ml is on offer at The Perfume Shop where it has been cut from £112 to £79.99. Another scent that is said to have been inspired by the "playful energy" of women is Jimmy Choo's Fever Eau de Parfum. Offering main notes of plum, a 40ml is currently available on Amazon for £22.50, down from £51. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Considering Estée Lauder's reputation, it's no surprise to hear that Modern Muse has earned a 4.6 rating based on over 1,200 reviews from Boots shoppers who have branded it as "beautiful" and "exquisite." One perfume fan said: "Modern Muse is a scent that is light delicate and memorable. You know the scent that everyone asks 'You smells great, what are you wearing?' It's mellow enough to wear to a casual get together, yet sophisticated enough to wear to formal event." A similar review read: "I love it. I would recommend this fragrance to women of all ages. It is a beautiful, memorable, long lasting fragrance and can be worn at any time of the day." Beauty deal of the week Looking to get that salon blowdry from home? Then look no further than Amazon's limited deal on the Remington Ionic Dry Hair Dryer. Worth £56.99, the online delivery giant is offering this styling tool for just £19.99, reducing it by a staggering 65 percent and £37 overall. Offering a stylish, sleek black design, it uses a power 2200W motor that delivers fast, efficient styling, with three heat and two speed settings having shoppers saying that it provides "super versatile" styling options. Another key feature beauty buffs will love is the ionic conditioning that provides multiple benefits such as a faster drying time, all while leaving hair smoother, shinier and less damaged. It also comes complete with a concentrator attachment that can help achieve that smooth, sleek effect, while the diffuser will be suitable for anyone looking to enhance their curls. With praise for its "fast drying" ability that also leaves hair "frizz free", it's understandable why it averages a 4.6 rating, as one shopper said: "Absolutely love this Remington hair dryer! The 2200W power ensures fast drying, and the ionic conditioning leaves my hair smooth and frizz-free. "The multiple heat and speed settings make it super versatile, and the cool shot locks in my style. The included diffuser and concentrator are perfect for different styling needs. Highly recommend for professional-quality results at home!" Shop Amazon's limited 65 per cent off deal on the Remington Ionic Dry Hair Dryer now. Someone else impressed with the scent said: "This is a beautiful fragrance, my husband was very impressed. It's a modern fragrance with unique floral notes. I think I have found my new signature fragrance." There have been a few shoppers who found the perfume to be too strong for them, as one left a two-star review that read: "The smell was a little too strong for my taste. I think that I would overwhelm if I were to wear it in a small room." Although, someone else who was a fan said: "My mother began using Estee Lauder with the introduction of Youth Dew. She started me on Estee Lauder at age 12. Over the years, I have experienced many Estee fragrances, but none as exquisite as Modern Muse. This is my most favorite fragrance of all times. Bravo!" Don't miss Boots' half-price deal on the Estée Lauder Modern Muse Eau de Parfum Spray (50ml) that is available now.
Daily Mirror
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Estée Lauder's 'iconic' perfume that smells of fresh sheets gets a £20 saving
If there's one brand that is synonymous with perfumes, it's definitely Estée Lauder - and the White Linen Eau de Parfum is among the best out there Estée Lauder, renowned for its luxurious perfumes, is the go-to brand for fragrance fans with offerings to suit everyone's tastes. Their most famous scent might well be the legendary Youth Dew, often lauded as "the sexiest ever made", but there are hidden gems in the range that deserve attention too. One such gem is the White Linen Eau de Parfum, a scent celebrated by reviewers as "timeless" and "a classic". Fancy trying it out Amazon has sliced the price of a 60ml bottle from £44.99 down to £27.50, giving savvy shoppers a near £20 saving. Dating back to its debut in 1978, White Linen encapsulates a breezy spring essence with a bouquet of fresh flowers against an idyllic blue sky backdrop, reports the Daily Record. This EDP is concocted to deliver a scent that's fresh, crisp, and clean, engaging with top notes of damask rose, jasmine, and muguet, then unfurling into heart notes touched with violet and orris. Rounding off on warm base notes of vetiver, amber, and moss, this cherished perfume is encased within a chic, transparent glass bottle reflecting Estée Lauder's signature elegance and sophistication. Fragrance connoisseurs on the hunt for a crisp, clean aroma may want to explore Elizabeth Arden's White Tea Eau de Toilette Spray, which offers a delightful mix of musk, floral, fruit, and white tea extract notes. The 100ml bottle is currently available at Boots for the tempting price of £47. For those after a summery floral and amber fragrance, Flower By Kenzo L'Absolue could be just the ticket. Retailing at £61 for a 30ml bottle at The Perfume Shop, it features enchanting notes of rose, orange blossom, and vanilla musks. If you fancy the Estée Lauder classic, take note: even after nearly five decades, it continues to impress shoppers, boasting a 4.7 rating on Amazon. Countless reviews call it 'iconic', perfect 'for all ages and lifestyles. One reviewer gushed in their five-star review: "Timeless, sexy, iconic scent from the 70s. I've been wearing for 20 years and although it isn't the only scent I wear, it is the only one where people (often complete strangers) ask me what I'm wearing. It has a powdery, sexy, subtlety to it. Hope they never discontinue it.." Another user shared: "A classic from Estee Lauder. Been using it for years and years. Know a few people who use it and like me would not change (unless Lauder changes the scent)." They added: "It has a pleasant soft aroma that lasts for a long time. Does not matter how old you are. Fits all ages and lifestyles. Nothing worse than an overpowering aroma. Plus at £30 odd it is a brilliant price!". Another chuffed customer raved about the perfume, saying: "This is an old favourite. It's light, fresh and lasts a long time." However, scents can be subjective, and sadly, not all reviews were glowing as one disappointed shopper mentioned: "I was a bit misled with the reviews, recommending it as a fresh, light scent." They added: "This is not light at all, made me dizzy from just one spray! If you're looking for a pleasant, sweet yet fresh scent, this probably won't be for you." Conversely, another delighted user found the perfume just right, commenting: "It makes me feel good, really good and is fresh and not overpowering. It's a favourite of mine, I love it."
Daily Record
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Rare 'timeless' Estee Lauder perfume that 'suits all ages' slashed by 39%
Shoppers say they get compliments from "complete strangers" when wearing the luxury fragrance. If there's one brand that has become beloved for its perfumes, then it's Estée Lauder. Offering a variety of scents, the luxury house has something for everyone's liking. Of course, the one it is arguably known for is the iconic Youth Dew, a scent that has been hailed as "the sexiest ever made". However, there are a few lesser known alternatives that are worth giving a shot. One of them is the White Linen Eau de Parfum that reviews have praised as "timeless" and "a classic". Looking to give it a try? Then a 60ml bottle has just been reduced on Amazon from £44.99 to just £27.50, saving 39 per cent overall. Launched back in 1978, it offers a light, floral fragrance that is perfect for summer, with the design firm saying that it "captures the very essence of a perfect day: early spring breezes tinged with the fragrance of fresh flowers and endless blue sky." Designed to offer a fresh, crisp and clean fragrance, the White Linen EDP begins with top notes of damask rose, jasmine and muguet, before developing into heart notes of violet and orris. Estée Lauder White Linen Eau de Parfum, 60ml £44.99 £27.50 Amazon Buy here Product Description Finishing on the warmth of vetiver, amber and moss, the beloved perfume is housed in an elegant, transparent glass bottle that represents the luxury and classy aesthetic the brand has become known for. Perfume buffs who are seeking a similar crisp, clean scent might want to consider Elizabeth Arden's White Tea Eau de Toilette Spray. Offering a blend of musks, florals, fruits and white tea extract, a 100ml is on offer at Boots for £47. Another floral and amber based scent that is worth purchasing for summer is the Flower By Kenzo L'Absolue. Costing £61 for a 30ml at The Perfume Shop, it boasts notes of rose, orange blossom and vanilla musks. Those keen on the Estée Lauder scent, it's worth noting that, despite being launched almost 50 years ago, it is still a favourite with a 4.7 rating on Amazon from thousands of shoppers who have branded it "iconic" and ideal "for all ages and lifestyles." One five-star review read: "Timeless, sexy, iconic scent from the 70s. I've been wearing for 20 years and although it isn't the only scent I wear, it is the only one where people (often complete strangers) ask me what I'm wearing. It has a powdery, sexy, subtlety to it. Hope they never discontinue it..." A second loyal fan wrote: "A classic from Estee Lauder. Been using it for years and years. Know a few people who use it and like me would not change (unless Lauder changes the scent). Beauty deal of the week Looking to try out a new perfume, then it might be worth trying the new Narciso Rodriguez For Her Musc Nude Eau De Parfum (50ml). Making its debut in 2024, this floriental perfume has already been making waves, with some reviews already branding it as "one of the best" that is available. For those who have been wanting to give this new fragrance a go, it's officially available for half-price at Boots, with the health and beauty chain cutting the cost of a 50ml bottle from £96 to just £48. Created by renowned perfumer Sonia Constant, Musc Nude was created as a new interpretation on the chypre family, with a "second skin" quality that has been designed to wrap around the wearer like a "protective armour." Said to be a "celebration of eternal femininity", it opens with top notes of piquant pink peppercorn accord that have been combined with an abstract floral bouquet of delicate white flowers. At the perfume's core, there is a heart of musk that has been infused with floral notes of precious rose oil and orange blossom, before drying down to rich Tonka beans, cedarwood and patchouli to create a touch of warmth. The feminine perfume is housed in an all-over nude pink bottle with a frosted finish that has been topped with a matching matte cap. Offering sophisticated lines, the design matches the elegance of the perfume included within. One five-star review read: "I recently received a sample of this and I am so glad I did because the smell is so lovely. You need to purchase this immediately. One of the best scents I've ever smelt before and the scent lasts all day too which is a bonus." The new Narciso Rodriguez for her Musc Nude Eau de Parfum (50ml) is available for half-price at Boots now. "It has a pleasant soft aroma that lasts for a long time. Does not matter how old you are. Fits all ages and lifestyles. Nothing worse than an overpowering aroma. Plus at £30 odd it is a brilliant price!" Someone else delighted with the perfume added: "This is an old favourite. It's light, fresh and lasts a long time." As is the case with all perfumes, it wasn't suited to everyone's personal scent profile, as one two-star review read: "I was a bit misled with the reviews, recommending it as a fresh, light scent. "This is not light at all, made me dizzy from just one spray! If you're looking for a pleasant, sweet yet fresh scent, this probably won't be for you." Although, someone who found that it was a fresh scent added: "It makes me feel good, really good and is fresh and not overpowering. It's a favourite of mine, I love it." And another fan praised: "More of my favourite summer perfume. This is my favourite, it's light, floral and fresh, just right for summer. I couldn't not have this to wear in the summer months. I feel naked without it." Perfume buffs can bag the Estée Lauder White Linen Eau de Parfum (60ml) on offer on Amazon now.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Rosemary Sandberg, dynamic children's publisher who helped to found the Puffin Club
Rosemary Sandberg, who has died aged 84, was one of the outstanding children's publishers of her era, helping Kaye Webb to found the Puffin Club before establishing her own Lions and Picture Lions imprints for Collins. She later became a literary agent specialising in children's writers. One of her clients, the Horrid Henry creator Francesca Simon, described her as 'quite unique and impossibly glamorous, the Lauren Bacall of children's books'. She was born in Blackheath on December 16 1939, and grew up in Esher. Her father was Leslie Northcott CBE, a metallurgist who became director of the government research laboratory at Fort Halstead; her mother Constance, née Eley, was a teacher. After Claremont School in Esher, she read French at King's College London. She became a secretary at the advertising firm J Walter Thompson, where her tasks included bombarding film stars with soap samples to justify the tagline: 'Nine out of 10 film stars use Lux Toilet Soap'. By 1967 she had drifted into freelance journalism and begun to write a column for 'an old bat on Woman's Journal', who told her one day that Kaye Webb of Puffin Books was looking for an assistant. Kaye Webb had built Puffin, the children's imprint of Penguin Books, into a huge success – known for its slogan, 'Nuffin' like a Puffin' – and Rosemary Sandberg was tasked with helping her to launch the Puffin Club for young readers. The club, along with its magazine Puffin Post, was launched in March 1967, and within two months had accrued 20,000 members. Rosemary Sandberg recalled the mercurial, charismatic Kaye Webb travelling around the country to host 'puffin sprees' for children – 'she greeted the kids like a whirlwind, clasping them to her great bosom in a cloud of her favourite scent, Youth Dew' – and together they led trips to see puffins on Lundy Island. 'Kaye really was lucky that none of the children drowned,' Rosemary Sandberg told Valerie Grove, author of Kaye Webb's biography So Much to Tell, 'and as for Health and Safety, none of us gave it a second thought.' Rosemary Sandberg brought marketing nous to the project (when she asked Kaye Webb if she had any marketing reports on children's book sales, the reply came: 'Darling, what are you talking about?') and was introduced to her boss's wide circle of artistic friends, including Laurie Lee, Joyce Grenfell, Malcolm Muggeridge and Yehudi Menuhin. After four years at Puffin, to Kaye Webb's disgruntlement Rosemary Sandberg was headhunted by Sir Billy Collins to establish a paperback children's book imprint for Collins (later amalgamated into HarperCollins). Generations of children became familiar with the Picture Lions imprint with its distinctive logo of a smiling yellow lion on a circus podium. Among the books she published were The Tiger Who Came to Tea and the Mog books by Judith Kerr, Dogger by Shirley Hughes (who defected from Puffin because she felt Kaye Webb was underpaying her) and works by Maurice Sendak, Janet and Allan Ahlberg, Quentin Blake and John Burningham. She was a doughty defender of her books. When the Conservative MP David Tredinnick called for the banning of Felix Pirani's Abigail on the Beach on the grounds that it featured violent bullying and alcohol consumption, she stood her ground: 'We try and show children in real life situations how to deal with what could have been an explosive or volatile situation… If someone gives me one example of it driving a child to the bottle, I will withdraw the book immediately.' Nevertheless, she also defended the escapism offered by the likes of Enid Blyton. 'Children need a balanced diet, not just what's good for them. If they are denied it, they'll watch television instead.' In 1991 she was fired from HarperCollins in a notorious mass bloodbath of redundancies ('Even I cried,' noted the notoriously hard-nosed managing director Eddie Bell). She set up her own successful literary agency with co-directors Ed Victor and Graham C Greene, representing writers and illustrators including Francesca Simon, Jane Ray and Babette Cole, before retiring in 2019. An attempt to revive Puffin Post in 2008 did not impress her: 'It's a manufactured project. The original Puffin Post was organic.' Rosemary Sandberg is survived by her husband Robin, whom she married in 1964, and their two daughters. Rosemary Sandberg, born December 16 1939, died April 2 2025 Broaden your horizons with award-winning British journalism. Try The Telegraph free for 1 month with unlimited access to our award-winning website, exclusive app, money-saving offers and more.
