Wednesday, August 20, 2008

My Scent Arsenal - Burberry Brit



Are you guys OCD about some of your possessions? I know I am, and I'm not quite sure if anyone else does this. I can't have too much of some things because I feel I'm being "unfair" to the others. I can't have multiple necklaces that I really like and then not wear them. Yes yes, I'm a weirdo. My mother bought me a diamond heart necklace for my graduation in 2005 and I wore it almost three years straight everyday. Then this spring, I got a Tiffany Tag necklace and now that has become my everyday necklace. I have earrings that are for certain styles and looks (huge gold doorknockers, silver hoops, flashy nighttime gear), but the only ones I wear are a set of pearls and a set of diamond studs. They're classic and just my style and I go back and forth between the two pairs at different times of the year. The only thing this doesn't apply to is makeup, and even then I try not to have more than one of the same things. My perfume is no different. I have a couple of different fragrances, but I only really wear two. An everyday, daytime scent. And my special occasion, seductive, evening scent. Today I'm going to review my everyday favorite, Burberry Brit.



Product: 5 out of 5

Packaging: 5 out of 5

Quality: 5 out of 5

Price: 3.3 oz. - $85/ 1.7 oz. - $65 at Burberryusaonline.com, but is usually significantly cheaper at a department store, Sephora, or another online retailer.




The Claim: “Top notes are Italian lime, icy pear and crisp green almond. A green oriental fragrance that features a surprising mix of sugar and spice. Heart notes: sugared almond and white peony. Dry down notes: amber, mahoganywood, tonka beans and vanilla.” - Burberryusaonline.com



The Good: I'm in love with it! Though how can you be surprised when I wear it everyday? lol. While I've heard it described as fresh and floral, it is nothing of the sort and I'm glad. I'm not a "floral" perfume girl at all; I'm not a girlie girl either I'd say so I really don’t like the dainty rose scents. I personally don't like the smell of many flowers and having my perfume smell like a bouquet is not for me at all. But you really don't think "girly flowers" when you smell this. I think, “classy and sophisticated beauty”. I love the crisp scents of the lime, pear, and almond. I'd never think that the three of them would smell great together, but they do. Citrus and Sugar. It also gives off a scent of vanilla without it being too sweet. A woodsy vanilla and amber. Oh its just so good.



The Bad: I have nothing bad to say about it.



Overall: One of the best perfumes I've ever had. It’s perfect for everyday and I'd be surprised if you didn't get complimented on it. But you really have to try this perfume in person and let it marinate on you to gauge it adequately. Due to different body chemistries, perfumes and fragrances smell differently on different people. But I'd recommend that you definitely give it a chance. And the bottle is so cute. I'm not even a brand snob, I just like high quality things. But you can't deny how cute the Burberry plaid is on the bottle. =} If you're looking for this scent even lighter, try Burberry Brit, Eau de Toilette. I've owned it also and its just as good. I prefer the Eau de Parfum though, because it lasts longer on me and is stronger. I know that at different times during the year they have special sets for the Burberry Brit Collection. Twice I've got it in a set with a lotion and shower gel, so keep an eye out if you're looking for a set.

18 comments:

  1. i agree! i was just put on to this scent and also i'm smitten on baby phat goddess in oil form!

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  2. I don't usually wear perfume lol I have some body mists, but I barely wear them lol

    and thanks for the comment :)

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  3. I had Brit 4 years ago and it smells very floriental to me. Absolutely a good perfume during the winter time. For hot weather season, it's a bit heady.

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  4. LOL your profile pic proves your post (^_^)

    Im like that with handbags. lol I rock it to death ha ha.

    ooh haven't tried that. I have so much perfume, but their all gifts, except one i bought for myself.

    lol so I can never pick a signature scent. but im into deep, husky etc, i run away from floral

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  5. Yummy: Its so good, huh? I never smelled Goddess, but I should. I love Kimora

    Erica: No problem!

    Dao: hehe floriental, I like that word. Yep it came out 4 years ago and I was hooked from day 1. I know what you're trying to say though. I can smell a hint of the flowers, but its not the main thing.

    Chell: lmao! omg i didn't notice that it does. thats funny. and you hit the nail on the head, husky deep scents. I think I'll use that terminology when I describe my night scent. Thanks girl lol

    Tor: haha, loved your post

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  6. Hi jaimie-I shall have to try this-thanks for the recommendation!!

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  7. I'm not familiar with this scent, but I'll have to check it out next time I come across it. You and I have similar habits with jewelry. I wear the same diamond and gold studs every day (I have multiple ear piercings), and I have two gold necklaces that I'll wear daily; one from my mom and the other from the bf. I actually have a huge collection of fashion jewelry that I hardly ever wear. Luckily, I didn't break the bank with them b/c I only get them when they're on sale. :D

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  8. Thanks for the review! I have been looking for a signature scent as I don't currently wear anything now. I'm going to search for a great deal, but I will definitely have to get this!

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  9. I'm not a perfume person, but I have a few I love. :) I tend to like fruity smells.

    The bottle of the perfume you have is so adorable! :)

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  10. i haven't tried this.. im not a hard core perfume fan.. all my perfumes are gifts.. lol.. but many told me that i am very critic when it comes to perfumes.. i have a very sensitive nose.. like a dog's nose.. will try this on the counter one time..

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  11. Why haven't I smelled this yet? I'm soooo behind.

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  12. oohh... promising! but i usually don't buy perfure/cologne since i usually receive them as gift... i like fragrance with notes o citrus like happy, light blue or the givenchy one.. :) so i guess imma have to try this since the lime got me lemming already. :)

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  13. girl i'm so lazy i dont even wear perfume but this post makes the perfume smell lovely...i love the icy pear and almond..i'm going to test it next time i'm at sephora...cuz i know i love the way the guy one smells on mike :)

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  14. A lot of my friends are wearing this, but I have not tried yet I'm still madly in love with Marc Jacobs Daisy and wont wear anything else, except on occasion when I cheat with Laura Mercier's Tarte Au Citron body care line...

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  15. awww...my sister wore this although it's not my scent :(

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  16. I do that with my stuff too, I have 6 perfumes and always reach for 2 of them. >_> The other 4 are still just about full.

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