Your Bristol & Somerset Wedding - February/March 2022 (Issue 87)

LUSH CONFETTI £35 (30ml), £85 (100ml) www.lush.com “I was delighted to discover a strong but delicious scent. It lasted all day, and I received several compliments while wearing it. It’s not too sweet, so it'd work well as a unisex scent and as well as making a lovely gift for someone special on their wedding day.” – Melissa Barker JUSBOX SUIT OF LIGHTS €310 (78ml) www.jusboxperfumes.com “This perfume was inspired by Michael Jackson and if it’s good enough for the King of Pop, it’s good enough for me! There are musky tones of sandalwood and cedarwood yet it feels fresh and funky with top notes of tangerine oil, violet leaves and honeysuckle. You only need a little and it has great staying power.” – Rachel Westall BARBOUR FOR HIM £49 (50ml), £69 (100ml) www.barbour.com “I’d class this as a traditional male fragrance – woody and deep, it’s strong and distinctive. Certainly something I’d consider as a pre-wedding gift for the groom, father-of-the-bride or -groom.” – Stuart Weatherley HEAVEN SCENT Team CWM try out the latest big-day fragrances MAISON CRIVELLI IRIS MALIKHÂN £75 (30ml), £170 (100ml) www.selfridges.com “It didn’t take me long to completely fall in love with this perfume. A luxurious fragrance that’ll make you feel super-special on your wedding day it’s inspired by flourishing iris fields on the edge of a desert. With incredible staying power it’ll easily see you from ceremony to dancefloor with plenty of compliments along the way!” – Olivia Gibson KAYALI INVITE ONLY AMBER £79 (50ml) www.feelunique. com “Combining all of my favourite go-to scents: black cherry, honey de provence, tobacco leaf, chocolate hazelnut accord, oud oil, amber resin, sandalwood, patchouli and vanilla – this really is a feast for the senses. It’s a powerful punch of intoxicating fragrance, which softens throughout the day leaving an alluring aroma sure to grab attention. Its warming top and base notes mean it’s an ideal choice for winter nuptials.” – Danielle Harvey VICTOR & ROLF FLOWERBOMB £55.50 (30ml), £77.50 (50ml), £109.50 (100ml) www.thefragranceshop.co.uk “I’d heard rave reviews of Flowerbomb, particularly in the context of it being a perfect bridal scent. Pair this with the fact I adore floral fragrances and I couldn’t wait to try it. With top notes including bergamot and a heart of African orange flower, freesia, rose and orchid, it’s a dream. I’m a total convert. It’s joined my go-to fragrance shelf and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it for your wedding day.” – Kelly Andrews CAROLINA HERRERA GOOD GIRL £49 (30ml), £74.50 (50ml), £97.50 (80ml) www.thefragranceshop.co.uk “Sure to turn heads, a little goes a long way as this heady fragrance is longlasting without being too overpowering. Warm and spicy with a touch of sweetness, the subtle nuances developed on my skin and the distinctive aroma lingered throughout the day with no need for top ups.” – Sarah Reeve BARBOUR FOR HER £49 (50ml), £69 (100ml) www.barbour.com “A reliable all-rounder, this scent isn't too sweet and the reassuring musky scent of vanilla and amber shine through, followed by a calming hint of lily and jasmine. The perfume stays true to Barbour’s core values and is reminiscent of a fresh and dewy morning walk in the British countryside.” – Beth Morton TRIED & TESTED 83

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