Givenchy Dahlia Divin Eau Initiale Eau de Toilette

This spring we see a new take on Givenchy's modern icon - behold Dahlia Divin Eau Initiale Eau de Toilette.

The Blooming of a divinity

At the root of Eau Initiale is a divine flower, the Magnolia.

Hubert de Givenchy regarded fragrance as the final touch of style and elegance and his perfumes have carried a distinctive and timeless olfactory signature since 1957. The creation of Dahlia Divin in 2014 brought couture to fragrance and this new interpretation brings feelings of pure beginnings.

"Dahlia Divin is a golden fragrance, an elixir of pure sensuality. The fragrance of a modern godess who shines like the sun and captivates by her presence." 

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This fragrance is light but noticeable with an average sillage. It maintains a good balance between fresh, floral and musky without being over the top. The notes shine on their own and together in harmony. Out of all of the Dahlia Divin's I've tried, I have to admit this is my favourite. There's something about it's purity that I love and I think it's perfect for wedding season.

If you like musky scents than you will love this. And if you found the other Dahlia Divin fragrances too intense, you will like this one far better.

You can find Dahlia Divin Eau Initiale Eau de Toilette ($113) in Canada exclusively at Hudson's Bay and thebay.com

*pr samples were generously provided for editorial consideration. As always, all opinions are my own.

Givenchy Live Irrésistible Blossom Crush EDT

This may come as a surprise to some of you because I rarely blog about it, but I'm a HUGE fan of fragrance. At any given time I will have at least 3 (usually 4 or 5) different perfumes open and I rotate them based on the season and mood I'm in. I don't have a signature scent anymore (it used to be Very Irrésistible in my teens/early twenties). Nowadays I opt to wear fragrances based off of my mood and plans for the day.

I am SO picky when it comes to fragrance and you will never catch me wearing anything that isn't a brand name - no body sprays either. Givenchy has and always will have a special spot in my heart. Naturally I was excited to try Live Irrésistible Blossom Crush.

"Live Irrésistible, Givenchy’s most joyful fragrance, boldly sings the praises of joy in its purest form. Its latest variation, Blossom Crush, is a sparkling and irresistibly charming Eau de Toilette that advocates spontaneity as an asset and freedom as power."

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Live Irrésistible Blossom Crush is a contrast between the freshness of Peonies and the bitterness of Chocolate.  If that sounds different, it is! This fresh - floral -  musky scent is quite  different than your typical spring rose scents. The peonies add a freshness to the rose, while the cocoa adds a bitterness to it that playfully clashes with the floral aspect. It's important to note that the addition of Cocoa Bean does not cause it to cross into the gourmand category. It maintains it's fresh floral start with a base of musk. It has an average sillage and wears for close to 6 hours on hydrated skin.

The packaging stays true to the Irrésistible line and features the Givenchy House trademark studs. The bottle is a gorgeous mauve-y pink shade and it looks stunning on display.

Givenchy Live Irrésistible Blossom Crush EDT is available in Canada exclusively at Beauty Boutique and beautyboutique.ca it retails at $113 for 75mls

*pr samples were generously provided for editorial consideration. As always, all opinions are my own.

Gentleman Givenchy Eau de Parfum

Distinguished lines, modern curves, sensual volumes...The Gentleman Givenchy Eau de Parfum bottle is an emblem of authentic coolness.

"A single sliver of light, the bottle's transparent underside makes this fragrance appear as if suspended in glass, reminding us that dawn is never far away... "

Gentleman Givenchy EDP is a rich and eruptive fragrance. Designed for the night owl, this fragrance is bursting with Iris Pallida, Patchouli Essence and Black Vanilla. It's deliberately disturbing and addictive. Very addictive.

Master perfumers Nathalie Lorson and Olivier Cresp did an outstanding job with this fragrance. The scent, the bottle - it's so well thought out. Designed for men, yet it appeals to me so much so that I have yet to gift it. I am secretly wearing it and debating just keeping it alllll to myself.

Describing fragrance is so difficult because it really is a personal experience. And this is a cologne - even harder to describe. I will say that it's magnetic, it keeps me coming back for more! It's spicy, slightly exotic and sophisticated.

Do yourself a favour and grab a sample (or for your husband/boyfriend/brother) and give it a try. You will certainly fall for its magnetic charm!

Gentleman Givenchy EDP Will be available May 9th at Hudson's Bay, Sephora  and Shoppers Drug Mart.



*pr samples were generously provided for editorial consideration. As always, all opinions are my own.