Fragrance - Simply Ayesha https://simplyayesha.com/?cat=418 Beauty, Luxury, & Lifestyle Mon, 22 Jul 2024 23:23:35 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://i0.wp.com/simplyayesha.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Simply-Ayesha-2.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Fragrance - Simply Ayesha https://simplyayesha.com/?cat=418 32 32 206090089 Ayesha’s Summer Essentials 2024 https://simplyayesha.com/?p=8544&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ayeshas-summer-essentials-2024 https://simplyayesha.com/?p=8544#comments Mon, 22 Jul 2024 23:23:22 +0000 https://simplyayesha.com/?p=8544 I’m a little late sharing my summer essentials, but better late than never! I hope you all have been having a great summer, I definitely have been! With the kids being out of school and not being in a full time summer camp, we have been BUSY! Although I’ve taken literally forever to get this […]

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]]> I’m a little late sharing my summer essentials, but better late than never! I hope you all have been having a great summer, I definitely have been! With the kids being out of school and not being in a full time summer camp, we have been BUSY!

Although I’ve taken literally forever to get this post done, it actually works out better because the things I’ll be sharing are things that I’ve been using all summer long! Let’s get into it!

Let’s start with the obvious, swimwear!

Obviously, this is deeply personal, but what’s most important is that you pick swimsuits that you feel comfortable in. The ones that I’m sharing here are ones that I own and that I feel work well for me. For reference, I am pear shaped, but I have a pretty large bust. I typically feel best in swimwear that is supportive in the bust and have a higher leg. I’ve found that when the bottoms hit too low on my hips, they don’t seem as flattering (to me). I’m also linking some cover ups!

When you aren’t wearing swimwear, you need some clothes

In the summer, I live in dresses! Generally, I like to wear pants, but during the summer it’s just too hot! Below, I’m sharing some cool & cute dresses!

My favorite category, accessories!

Summer is the time to introduce bright, fun accessories! I love to jazz up a basic outfit with eye catching jewelry, bags, & shoes! I also don’t mind spending a little more on these things if they are items that I will wear year after year. Denim is also very big this summer, check out some more denim options here.

Exhibit A, the brightest bag I own
Exhibit B, watermelon earrings

We gotta have the glowing skin…

For my makeup in the summer, I like to keep it easy! I focus on radiant, natural looking skin! I also love my body to have radiance during the summer! Of course, I’m also sharing some sunscreens that I enjoy. Check out my 5 minute face below!

And of course, we need Summer fragrances!

I could share TONS of summer fragrances with you all, but I decided to only share a few. I’m also linking a couple of my videos (here and here) for more suggestions!

I know I shared a lot in this post, but I honestly could have shared more! What are your summer essentials?

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]]> https://simplyayesha.com/?feed=rss2&p=8544 2 8544 Ayesha’s Narcotic Delight Recipe https://simplyayesha.com/?p=8524&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ayeshas-narcotic-delight-recipe Mon, 22 Apr 2024 21:01:37 +0000 https://simplyayesha.com/?p=8524 Two things that I love to indulge in are a good fragrance and a good cocktail. I decided to combine those two things and I created a recipe based on one of my current favorite fragrances, Initio Narcotic Delight! SHOP THE POST

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]]> Two things that I love to indulge in are a good fragrance and a good cocktail. I decided to combine those two things and I created a recipe based on one of my current favorite fragrances, Initio Narcotic Delight!


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]]> 8524 Sephora Sale Fragrance Picks https://simplyayesha.com/?p=8415&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sephora-sale-fragrance-picks https://simplyayesha.com/?p=8415#comments Fri, 03 Nov 2023 15:25:47 +0000 https://simplyayesha.com/?p=8415 It’s the most wonderful time of the year, the Sephora Holiday Savings Event! Right now, Beauty Insiders can save up to 20% off all items in store or online. I’ve compiled some fragrances that I think would be a great pickup during the sale! SHOP THE POST HERE Check out my Sephora Sale Haul Video!

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]]> It’s the most wonderful time of the year, the Sephora Holiday Savings Event! Right now, Beauty Insiders can save up to 20% off all items in store or online. I’ve compiled some fragrances that I think would be a great pickup during the sale!

  1. These perfume samplers are a great way to try out fragrances. This is a nice one for people who are just trying to discover a new fragrance. This set may not be the best for an experienced fragrance lover.
  2. Armani Si Intense is a deep fruity scent that has some woodiness and earthiness to it. The smell reminds me of a sweet red wine!
  3. Kilian Smoking Hot is based on the smell of apple hookah. It has a delicious fruity sweetness combined with a rich smokiness. Full review here.
  4. Dolce & Gabbana Devotion is a new fragrance that features candied citruses and a beautiful edible vanilla.
  5. Kayali Vanilla Royale Sugared Patchouli is my favorite fragrance from Kayali. It is a deep earthy, woody, slightly leathery vanilla. This one is great for cold weather.
  6. Burberry Goddess is the newest release from Burberry and it is a pleasant easy going vanilla scent with a little lavender. I find this scent to be comforting.
  7. Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille is one of my staple fragrances for cold weather. It is a sweet and spicy combination of tobacco and vanilla. It also features Christmas type spices (think cloves, cardamom, etc.)
  8. Maison Margiela Replica By The Fireplace smells like a campfire with roasting marshmallows. After awhile, some of the smokiness goes away and leaves behind a beautiful rich vanilla. This is a limited edition bottle that is absolutely stunning!
  9. This is another fragrance sampler that has some more challenging scents in it than the other one. With both of these samplers, you get a trial or sample size of the fragrances shown. Also in the box, is a certificate to redeem for a full size bottle of one of the fragrances featured. Love these for gift giving!

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Check out my Sephora Sale Haul Video!

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]]> https://simplyayesha.com/?feed=rss2&p=8415 1 8415 Beach Vacay Essentials https://simplyayesha.com/?p=8385&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=beach-vacay-essentials https://simplyayesha.com/?p=8385#comments Fri, 18 Aug 2023 20:36:05 +0000 https://simplyayesha.com/?p=8385 I keep hearing people mention Fall, but Summer is not over yet! You still have time to take that last minute beach vacation before temperatures start to drop! Check out my essentials for a beach vacay! A Foldable-Packable Beach Tote For those of you who have been around for awhile, you know I’m a BAG […]

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]]> I keep hearing people mention Fall, but Summer is not over yet! You still have time to take that last minute beach vacation before temperatures start to drop! Check out my essentials for a beach vacay!

A Foldable-Packable Beach Tote

For those of you who have been around for awhile, you know I’m a BAG GIRL! Getting a soft foldable beach tote changed my life! I know, dramatic, but I’m serious. The first one that I got was a huge green one from Mango, that unfortunately is no longer available. No worries though, I’ve linked some great alternatives below!

A Brightly-Colored Handbag

Also, I think a bright handbag is crucial for a beach vacation! If you are not the type of person who takes risks on brightly colored bags, what better time to try it out than while on vacation?! I’ve found that bright handbags give me a sense of happiness when I look at them and they also take a plain outfit up a few notches! Check out some options that I have linked below in all price ranges!


A Cute Crochet Cover Up

A crochet cover up is great when you want to look beach or pool ready, but not be overly exposed. I also find that most crochet cover ups provide enough coverage to be suitable for going straight to lunch after your water time. Not to mention, they dry really quickly. They are cute and practical!

Cute Water Proof Slides

Now of course, you can always wear a basic flip-flop to the beach, but I love to have a slightly jazzed up version. My favorite waterproof sandals are dupes for the once famous Valentino Rockstud Jelly Flip Flops. I’ve linked the real thing and some other nice options!

Easy Maxi Dresses

Maxi dresses are perfect for vacation because they generally exude carefree vibes! They also require no thought because they are literally a one and done outfit. Also, don’t worry if you forgot to shave your legs, nobody will see them! LOL

The Perfect Beachy Fragrance

I have a whole video dedicated to beachy fragrances, check it out here!

Easy Natural-ish Makeup

I personally don’t wear makeup on the beach, but I do love to go for easy, natural looking makeup during the other times of the vacation. I typically either go for a skin tint or powder foundation. I also make sure to take a bronzer that will work for my normal skin color and my tanned one. I’ve linked some products that help me get the perfect easy going makeup look for vacation!

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]]> https://simplyayesha.com/?feed=rss2&p=8385 2 8385 How To Layer Fragrances https://simplyayesha.com/?p=8357&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-layer-fragrances https://simplyayesha.com/?p=8357#comments Sat, 17 Jun 2023 08:00:00 +0000 https://simplyayesha.com/?p=8357 Recently I uploaded a video on my Youtube channel that was sharing some of my favorite fragrance layering combinations. One of the commenters on that video wanted to know how I actually go about fragrance layering, so I decided to share my fragrance layering tips! Why Layer? Fragrance layering can refer to layering a fragrance […]

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]]> Recently I uploaded a video on my Youtube channel that was sharing some of my favorite fragrance layering combinations. One of the commenters on that video wanted to know how I actually go about fragrance layering, so I decided to share my fragrance layering tips!

Why Layer?

Fragrance layering can refer to layering a fragrance with a body lotion, oil, or another fragrance. Often times people layer fragrances to help with longevity and to help the scent be more potent. Other times people layer fragrances to come up with their own unique concoctions.

BklynDream Havilah Body Oil + Tom Ford Bitter Peach

My Rules Of Layering

  • Use similar scented lotions or body oils to pair with fragrances. This is the most common way that I layer. The oils/lotions don’t need to exactly mimic the fragrance, but they should be in the same family. For instance, if I’m wearing a rose scent, I will typically layer with a rose scented body lotion as opposed to a fruity lotion. When I don’t have a lotion that matches well with my fragrance, I use an unscented lotion. Sometimes, I will spray some of my fragrance into my unscented lotion and spread that over my body before actually applying my fragrance.
  • When layering 2 fragrances, choose fragrances that have something in common. The easiest way to layer 2 different fragrances is to make sure they have some sort of prominent note in common. Doing this, will amplify that particular note. For example, if I have a tropical floral scent that I want to smell even more tropical, I may layer it with a coconut scented fragrance.
  • Layer fragrances that don’t necessarily smell alike, but they compliment each other. I like to do this when I feel like experimenting. It’s a little more risky than the last tip, but it can result in a whole new fragrance experience. An example of this would be pairing a fruity scent with a milky scent that ends up smelling like a fruity milkshake!
Similar Notes: Tom Ford Electric Cherry + Mancera Wild Cherry
Complimentary Notes: Tom Ford Electric Cherry + Liquides Imaginaires Blanche Bete
  • Test out your fragrance combos before wearing them full body. This rule is one that I learned the hard way. It’s not fun to spray on 2 fragrances that you love, only to find out that they smell horrible together. To prevent this from happening to me, I will usually spray my hand with the 2 fragrances, let them dry, and then go from there. Sometimes I also will just smell the nozzles of the fragrances together.
  • When layering, apply the heavier fragrance first. When it comes to actually spraying my fragrances on, I will typically spray down the heavier of the two fragrances first. I find that this tends to work better because if done the opposite way, the heavier fragrance may overtake the lighter one. I personally spray the fragrances right over top of each other, but you can really do whatever you prefer. Some people like to spray each fragrance next to each other or spray different body parts with different scents.

THE FINAL & MOST IMPORTANT RULE

There are no rules!!! This should be fun. Layering fragrances is a great way to experiment and have fun with your collection, no matter how big or small it is. Try it out and see what you like. You may find that you don’t like to layer at all, and that is perfectly ok too!

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]]> https://simplyayesha.com/?feed=rss2&p=8357 1 8357 Sephora Sale Recommendations https://simplyayesha.com/?p=8296&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sephora-sale-recommendations https://simplyayesha.com/?p=8296#comments Thu, 13 Apr 2023 12:43:34 +0000 https://simplyayesha.com/?p=8296 It’s that magical time of year when Sephora decides to bless us with a sale! The upcoming Sephora sale is for all Beauty Insiders and starts on different days with different percentages off based on how much you spend with the company yearly. If you are not already a Beauty Insider, sign up here! As […]

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]]> It’s that magical time of year when Sephora decides to bless us with a sale! The upcoming Sephora sale is for all Beauty Insiders and starts on different days with different percentages off based on how much you spend with the company yearly. If you are not already a Beauty Insider, sign up here! As for me, I’m a VIB Rouge level member, so I will get to save 20% off my entire purchase. This is a great time to stock up on expensive items and restock things that you use all of the time. I’ve compiled a list of some of my favorite products from Sephora that I would highly recommend. I’ve also made these graphics easily shop-able, so if you see something you like, just click the graphic to add to cart! Once I’m able to shop the sale, I will be sharing my haul on my YouTube channel.

Skincare is one of those things that I don’t love to spend my money on, but I do think it is extremely important. The same goes for haircare. I find it a little easier when I’m able to get a discount, so I typically use these sales to restock my go-to items. I also take this sale as an opportunity to try a new product that I may have had my eye on.

I have way too much makeup, but every time this sale comes along, I buy more. High ticket items like foundations and eyeshadow palettes are usually at the top of my list to pickup during the sale.

Sephora carries tons of great fragrances. I usually go for ones from more expensive brands or for brands that I only get at Sephora. The major brands I usually buy during the sale are Kilian, Tom Ford, Kayali, and Maison Margiela Replica.

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]]> https://simplyayesha.com/?feed=rss2&p=8296 3 8296 Must Have Gourmand Fragrances https://simplyayesha.com/?p=8228&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=must-have-gourmand-fragrances Fri, 27 Jan 2023 12:57:07 +0000 https://simplyayesha.com/?p=8228 Are you following me on Instagram? You should be! I posted a video featuring 5 must have gourmand fragrances. I wanted to elaborate on those fragrances here on the blog! Gourmand fragrances are fragrances that smell edible in some way and are usually sweet. Some fragrances are more literal gourmands, while some have gourmand elements […]

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]]> Are you following me on Instagram? You should be! I posted a video featuring 5 must have gourmand fragrances. I wanted to elaborate on those fragrances here on the blog!

Gourmand fragrances are fragrances that smell edible in some way and are usually sweet. Some fragrances are more literal gourmands, while some have gourmand elements to them, but don’t smell completely edible. The fragrances featured in this post smell edible and I think they are ones that must be tried if you are into gourmand fragrances! Also, if you are a full on collector like myself and love gourmands, then you need these in your collection!

Montale Chocolate Greedy smells like a sweet milk chocolate that has additional facets of dried fruit and is very slightly powdery. This one is delicious & cozy. I love it for bedtime and for lazy days at home.

Sol De Janeiro Sol Cheirosa ’62 is a sweet & nutty dream! It features notes of caramel, pistachio, salt, vanilla, jasmine, & almond. This particular scent comes in many different forms (body cream, body spray, body oil). I have the perfume version here, but you need at least one of them in your life! This fragrance reminds me of Summer, so I typically wear it in warm weather, but it can be worn year-round. Although it’s sweet, its on the softer side so it won’t be suffocating in the heat!

Nobile 1942 La Danza Delle Libellule smells like a caramel apple to me. It is sweet, but there is something transparent about this scent that makes it very wearable, even in the heat! This fragrance is pretty sweet, but manages to maintain a freshness too. This is a fun, but also sophisticated gourmand fragrance!

Xerjoff Casomarati Italica is one of my all time favorite scents and is absolutely delicious smelling! This fragrance combines a milky note with sweet almond, toffee, & saffron. This smells like an expensive, but delicious, almond croissant with a side of milk!

Kayali Vanilla | 28 is a sweet brown sugar vanilla. In the official notes of the fragrance, incense is not listed, but to me this vanilla smells very slightly smoky. I definitely think the smoky smell developed more over time as opposed to when I first purchased it. This fragrance is amazing for layering with other fragrances or wearing alone. I honestly feel like this should be in every fragrance lover’s collection!

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