LIVE.COIFFURE'S PICK OF THE PERFUMES

1- Acqua Di Parma -BLU MEDITERRANEO MANDORLO DI SICILIA

Sicily, where art and culture meet. Where almonds are part of the flavours and traditions. A sweet caress that is Mandorlo di Sicilia, the latest offering from Acqua di Parma. The bright freshness of Chinese star anise, Bergamot and orange blend with the scent of green Mediterranean almond and ylang-ylang. The base offers cedar wood, vanilla, Tolu balsam and white musk. The range is available in an Eau de Toilette with a vibrant touch, nuanced in a rich transparency, as well as a heady and extraordinarily bright body lotion with a fresh and light texture. A moisturising and protective formula that leaves the skin smooth and velvety.  

Eau de Toilette spray 60 ml – 46 €

Eau de Toilette spray 120 ml – 68 € Body lotion 200 ml – 47 €

Available from major stores, selected perfumeries and the boutique at 6 rue des Francs Bourgeois – 75004 Paris, France

2- Kylian - FLOWER OF IMMORTALITY 

Part of the "Asian Tales" collection, the Flower of Immortality fragrance celebrates Chinese and Japanese folklore. For By Kilian, Flower of Immortality is first and foremost an olfactory tribute to the peach flower and its extremely strong symbolism in China. It is claimed the pink petals of this flower have the power to bewitch the human soul and render it immortal. Designed by Calice Becker, the perfume features white peach, carrot seeds and Iris, punctuated with blackcurrant blossom and Rose Crystal. Faithful to his style, Kilian Henessy has thought through every step of this olfactory journey: the interior of the box is in opera red, a lucky colour in China, often worn by emperors. On the outside of the lacquered box is an amulet as a sign of prosperity, promising happiness to the wearer of the fragrance.And then there is the repetition of the number eight on the coin – a good-luck charm in China - with the Kilian initial. A precious talisman to be worn at all times! Vaporiser 50ml 175€ Refill 50ml 75€ Travel vaporiser  30ml 95€  

3- Lancôme - LA VIE EST BELLE

The Lancôme kind of femininity is free from all excess, displaying itself more than ever in a non-aggressive manner, a kind of soft power of beauty. Embodied by the sublime Julia Roberts, La Vie est Belle contains almost 50% natural ingredients. It is a level few perfumers can allow themselves these days, for what is without doubt the most exceptional Lancôme perfume. Notes include  Pallida Iris from Florence, Sambac Jasmine,  Tunisian orange blossom, essence of Indonesian patchouli, vanilla, Tonka beans, praline, blackcurrant and pear, which enthuse a claire-obscure perfume combining a wealth of contrasts and opening the door on a new era, that of essential richness. Life certainly is beautiful.     Eau de Parfum 30ml : 53 € Eau de Parfum 50ml :76 € Eau de Parfum 75ml : 93 €  

4- Dolce&Gabbana - DESIRE 

Desire by Dolce & Gabbana is the latest chapter in a wonderful tale enhanced by a precious desire. “Everything starts with desire. There wouldn’t be seduction, sensuality or passion if it wasn’t for desire. For us, it’s always been fundamental to let this sensation go, to break the mould and live freely by emotions," say Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana. A bouquet of heady and intense notes: Mandarin, Lychee and Bergamot, play softly against the sweet innocence of Lily-of-the-Valley, captivated by the Indian tuberose. Greedy notes of vanilla, plum and caramel, meld with warming sandalwood, Musk and Cistus Labdanum. The name of the perfume, the golden letters and the calligraphy by Stefano Gabbana’s hand, reveal the elegance of the bottle. The gold, with matt reflections, evokes the baroque-style opulence of Sicily, where Domenico Dolce was born. This is the latest instalment in the The One fragrance, embodied by the Scarlett Johansson, the face of Dolce & Gabbana. Eau de Parfum 30ml - 66  euros Eau de Parfum 50ml - 89 euros Eau de Parfum 75ml - 112 euros  

5- Denis Durand for M. Micallef - PARFUM COUTURE

Dressed in hand-made Chantilly lace, the first perfume of the French designer lives up to its name! This is a glamorous, mystical and sophisticated fragrance from Martine Micallef and Denis Durand. Its name conjures up the marvellous designs of Durand’s evening gowns and other couture pieces. Each creation is a one-off, cut from the most delicate fabrics and embroidered with semi-precious stones and Swarovski crystals – a reminder of classical cinema and the great stars of yesteryear. As for the perfume, head notes breathe the spicy citrus of cinnamon. Intense and complex, the heart and base skilfully balance the sweetness of rose, orange blossom and honey with powerful animal and woody notes. A concentrate of intoxicating luxury from the house of M. Micallef – the master of made-to-measure Eau de Parfum50 ml-145 € www.mmicallef.com  

7- Gucci - GUCCI GUILTY BLACK FOR WOMEN

Winner of several international awards, with the new generation we are treated to the delicious discovery of a provocative and intoxicating perfume. Fans of strong sensations the world over have fallen for these guilty pleasures. Now Gucci Guilty Black, with its dark and mysterious aura, adds an exciting new twist to the tale with an intense, oriental bouquet where torrid sensuality symbolised by red can fully express itself. The opening notes: red fruits, pink pepper, raspberry, peach, lilac and violet contrast with the voluptuousness of patchouli and amber. As you would expect, the Gucci bottle is the fruit of a unique know-how where high-tech and high style blend to form an exceptional work signed by Frida Giannini. Eau de Parfum 30ml - 58 Euros Eau de Parfum 50ml - 71 Euros Eau de Parfum75ml - 95 Euros