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BOSS Bottle No:6

BOSS Bottle No:6 has become a classic fragrance whilst remaining modern and relevant for the successful and ambitious man of today.

Breaking new ground by essentially creating a vanilla fragrance for men in a market where "fresh" fragrances dominated, this generous and reassuring smell, reminiscent of childhood memories, was then tempered with a combination of sensual woody notes to produce a daring, delicately soft and sensual, yet distinctively masculine scent.

The top note is crispy red apple, piqued with the subtle spiciness of cinnamon lends the fragrance an interesting, fruity and warm quality. The middle note is green floral accord, a dewy floral note, clean and extremely fluid, with a hint of crunchy green geranium that is reminiscent of the scent of freshly cut grass. The bottom note is the olivewood accord contained in the base evokes the essence of wood and amber.

Vibrant and slightly dry, it brings depth to the fragrance and introduces a strongly masculine signature.

BOSS Orange

The signature scent of a Free Spirit, BOSS Orange represents the creation of a brand new pillar for BOSS Fragrances - inspired by the soul of the BOSS Orange brand.

Powerfully enchanting with a smooth, velvety texture, this dynamic new fragrance perfectly encapsulates the passion and creativity of the BOSS Orange woman: a free spirit whose charismatic personality is defined by her joyful spontaneity.

Representing the passionate and expressive nature of the BOSS Orange woman, the fragrance opens with an uplifting burst of sweet apples which give a crisp and delicately feminine first impression. Meanwhile, the subtle heart of the scent, composed of white flower notes and orange blossom, brings a carefree, light-hearted edge and finally, the base is characterized by notes of sandalwood, olive wood and creamy vanilla which combine to create a real sense of depth, adding a soulful dimension to the fragrance.

Passionate, carefree and soulful, BOSS Orange fully embodies the essence of today's dynamic and free spirited woman.

Britney Spears Fantasy

Fantasy is described as a magic love potion of sweet temptation that leaves a tantalising trail of embracing sensuality.

Fantasy is a fragrance for the woman who is Seductive, Charming, Elusive.

Top notes are made up of an enticing mix of lush red lychee, golden quince and exotic kiwi, middle notes incorporates yummy cupcake accord, jasmine petals and sexy white chocolate orchid meanwhile bottom notes are a finish of creamy musk, enchanted orris root and sensual woods.

Fantasy by Britney Spears is all about love's ability to overwhelm you when you least expect it.

Calvin Klein Eternity for Women

Romantic, timeless, luxurious is what describes Eternity for Women. It's inspired by the ideal of lasting love and intimacy, and is a romantic floral fragrance.

It is inspired by a beautiful wedding band, a gift from the Duke of Windsor to his much-beloved Duchess. And is the perfect symbol of enduring love and commitment.

Top notes are freesia, mandarin, sage, middle notes are muguet, white lily, marigold, narcissus and bottom notes are patchouli, sandalwood and amber.

This harmonious blend of classic and contemporary is truly the perfect combination of timeless quality and modern style.

Calvin Klein Eternity for Men

Exhilarating, Distinctive, Classic, the Eternity for Men fragrance reflects the spirit of today's man, with traditional, timeless values.

Sensitive yet masculine, refined yet strong, it's a classic refreshing scent that's exhilarating and distinctly masculine with a cool, crisp edge and a warm, woodsy trail.

Top notes are mandarine, lavender, green botanics; middle notes are jasmine, basil, geranium, sage and bottom notes are sandalwood, vetiver, rosewood and amber.

The singular expression of the vitality and confidence that characterizes today's man, Eternity for Men offers a sophisticated fragrance that precisely defines today's man.

Calvin Klein CK Man

Calvin Klein MAN epitomizes Calvin Klein's cutting edge minimalism and sexy style, capturing the essence of the modern man in a signature fragrance. It's a new classic expression for the masculine ideal.

The fragrance is a crisp spicy wood, defined by its distinctly masculine aura and artisanal craftsmanship.

It is the sophisticated blend of crisp freshness, exotic spies and rich woods that created the quintessential Calvin Klein men's fragrance.

Top notes includes rosemary, mandarin, bergamont, violet leaf,  middle notes are bay, nutmeg, incense and spearmint and the bottom notes are made of cypress wood, guaiac wood, sandalwood, amberwood and musk.

Davidoff Adventure Amazonia

Adventure Amazonia the fragrance replicates a sudden rush of emotion, to conjure the raw sensations of the rainforest, is a powerfully fresh and vitalizing variation on the original fragrance.

The top notes are crisp mate leaves that energizes the senses with a breathtaking burst of freshness, middle notes are amazonian palm tree leaves and spices which evoke the moist ambiance of this exotic forest world and the base note is Peruvian cedarwood, which is a distinctive presence - robust, sensual and coolly virile.

Adventure Amazonia, inspired by places of the world which take your breath away.

DKNY Be Delicious Fresh Blossom

DKNY Be Delicious Fresh Blossom transports you to that first stroll of spring in Central Park when it's abloom with flowers. Like a flirtatious smile - it charms everyone it encounters. Lighthearted and intensely feminine, the scent is a mix of luscious fruit and delectable flowers. A blend of sparkling grapefruit, cassis and sun-kissed apricot meets a heart of sheer muguet and petal rose, wrapped in luminous jasmine. The apple sensation finishes with a body-lingering base of blonde woods and smooth skin accords. You can't help be instantly smitten - as will he.

The latest addition to the DKNY Be Delicious family, Fresh Blossom is bottled in the iconic silver-topped apple, only this time the glass bottom reveals juice that is a soft, sophisticated pink, reminiscent of an Apple Blossom. The carton is white with white sketched blossoms. A silver DKNY logo punctuates. The presentation is unabashedly pretty.

Dolce and Gabbana Light Blue Woman

Capturing sun-drenched summer days and dazzling nights, this colourful, fresh, floral-fruity scent reflects the sexiness of the Mediterranean lifestyle.

Top Notes combine lively Sicilian cedar with the freshness of the Granny Smith apple and floral allure and spontaneity of the bluebell whilst the heart note sees the freshness of bamboo softened with the intensity of jasmine and the charm of white rose. The base note fuses citron wood with sensual amber and the delicate caress of musk.

DSquared2 She Wood

Vitality, exuberance, sensuality and subtle elegance. These are the distinctive traits of the young woman to whom She Wood is dedicated. Aimed at the woman who is vibrant and vivacious, sensual and delicate, with a love for Nature too. A woman who is at times quite distant, and who loves to cast her own light, dreaming of losing herself there as she seeks freedom and new emotions.

Wood underpinning acquires a feminine slant as the quintessence of sensuality and strength plunge into the precious glow of reflected light, shining with new nobility and splendor. The signature Wood core is sheathed in delicacy and warmth that evoke distinctive subtle elegance.

The top notes incorporate lemon, neroli and jasmine, the middle notes are violet, heliotrope and musk, while the base notes are cedar, vetiver and amber.

DSquared2 He Wood

He Wood is inspired by the richest and strongest, most beautiful and basic of nature's element: wood.

Wood is the true signature feature, present in the name of the fragrance, it's in the packaging materially present, it's in the essence as an aromatic memory and it is dedicated to the modern man who dreams of Nature in a quest for freedom and seduction.

The fragrance is an aromatic expression of strong, evocative elements of Nature.

The Air Accord: as purity and sensuality, heady rush. White fir, vegetal amber and musk merge in a luminous accord calling forth the Canadian forests, pristine air and freedom.

The Water Accord: as freshness and fluid energy, amazing force. Violet Leaves and blossoms, together with a special Transparent-Aquatic Accord, create fine, intense, vibrant notes conveying vigor and vitality.

The Wood Accord: as Pivot and Personality, constant material Presence.

Primary notes, deep and reassuring: Vetiver and Cedarwood characterize the scent, awarding it sense of virility and refinement.

Emporio Armani Diamonds Women

Diamonds Women is a sparkling gourmand floral as multi-faceted as the modern woman.

Emporio Armani Diamonds is categorized as a gourmand floral, it is truly a fragrance that reflects the sparkle, strength, brilliance and sexiness of the Emporio Armani woman.

It's an audacious and sexy fusion of scents that reflect the strong, modern woman.

Emporio Armani Diamonds Men

A refined fragrance for young urban men. In the initial aromas, the icy opening contrasts with lingering sensual and burning accents.

The emblematic notes of men's fragrance are subverted with original surprising and addictive ingredients. The fragrance by Emporio Armani is best described as a stunning masculine classic.

Top notes are Sichuan Pepper, mid notes are Cocoa bean + Cedar whilst the base note is Vetiver.

Giorgio Armani Acqua Di Gio Pour Homme

Giorgio Armani's latest fragrance comprises of contrasting sensations. Opening with a splash of freshness, like a powerful sea breeze that subsides into a very natural harmony, it is energising, stimulating and expresses healthy sensuality.

The fragrant trail, particularly lasting and memorable, adds a very pure element of mystery, and intangible warmth. Acqua Di Gio was created on Pantelleria, the legendary Mediterranean island of organic beauty where men and nature live together in harmony.

Top notes are calabrian bergamot & marine notes, middle notes are khaki and base notes are Texan cedar.

This is Acqua Di Gio. A fragrance of air, water, sun infused with escape and freedom, harmony and sensuality.

Givenchy Play

Givenchy wants you to press PLAY to escape from reality with it's new fragrance.

A genuine creative feat, the Givenchy fragrance seeks above all to provoke emotions. Press PLAY and escape your daily routine to surf on new sensations, emotions and experiences, revelling in this newfound freedom. It is a perfume for a man who is in touch with his era and ready to live his emotions to the full.

Top notes are bergamot of sicily, mandarin, bigarade and grapefruit, middle notes amyris wood of Haiti coffee tree flower accord and black pepper meanwhile the base notes are vetiver of Haiti, and patchouli.

Gucci Flora by Gucci

Inspired by Gucci's Flora pattern, this original, feminine fragrance is faithfully rooted in the Italian fashion house's glamorous past, yet exudes a brightness and modernity that is distinctly of the moment.

The core of the fragrance is composed of both Rose and Osmanthus flower, a rare and delicate bloom originating in China. The combination of these two powerful flowers reaches a perfect accord in which the light, fruity quality of the Rose is counterbalanced by the velvety, leathery aspects of the Osmanthus.

Top notes are fresh citrus and peony, base notes are sandalwood and Patchouli.

The result: a sensual and sophisticated fragrance, offering an unconventional signature that differentiates it from most florals.

Hugo Element

A fresh, modern, masculine scent, HUGO Element is created for the urban traveler who sees the city as his life source.

Designed to revive every man's creative energy, the fragrance is a scented inspiration of a piece of Granite Stone, formed by the energy of the four elements, Fire, Earth, Air and Water.

Top note ingredients are led by the famous, synthetic material, Calone, which represents the Water element. The heart note ingredients are driven by fresh spicy notes of Ginger and Coriander Leaf, representing the Fire element whilst the base note ingredients are powered by Woody notes, particularly Cedarwood, which represent the Earth element. And finally, the Air element is represented by the packaging, an interpretation of an oxygen bottle, surrounding everything.

It's a scent that allows the urban traveller to navigate through the city and be inspired by all its creative elements.

Jennifer Lopez Live Luxe

The fragrance: makes a statement.

Indulge the senses with the exquisite multi-faceted fruity-floral concoction of LIVE LUXE.

A glittering bouquet, LIVE LUXE combines rich top notes of Juicy Pear and Luscious Peach with an exotic heart note of Amethyst Freesia and Satiny Muguet Petals that leaves you wanting more. The fragrance ends with Precious Diamond Musk and Soft Amber that wraps the body with a luxurious sensation.

Marc Jacobs Daisy

The design of Daisy exudes youthful, sophistication and vintage charm with a touch of irreverence.

The bottle is a luxurious block of weighted, clear glass with soft, rounded edges - the embodiment of feminity. The smooth surfaces and curved edges are pure and sensuous.

Representing spirit and fun, the bottle is topped with a playful scattering of daisies that appear to bloom from the rounded gold cap. The gold and white daisies of all different sizes feature an unexpected twist: Retro - cool vinyl petals that bend to the touch.

At the centre of each daisy is a rounded, gold metal hardware detail - a Marc Jacobs signature accent while the outer packaging of Daisy is the essence of chic. A delicate chain of white daisies laces around the borders of the black outer carton, reflecting the impeccable detailing that has become the hallmark of Marc Jacob.

Ralph Lauren Romance

Ralph Lauren Romance is categorized as a sensuous woody floral capturing the best of traditional perfumery - the richness, luxury and undeniable feminity of the great classics and combines it with the floral fluidity of modern romance.

Top notes are sungoddess rose, ginger, yellow freesia, marigold, middle notes are night blooming daylily, lotus flower and the bottom notes are skin musk, patchouli and exotic wood.

Versace Versense

With a beautiful contemporary bouquet, combining Mediterranean elements with glamorous sensuality of the Versace woman, the mixture of vital Mediterranean aroma of bergamot and green mandarins gives natural and spontaneous freshness to this new fragrance.

Within the head notes, the cocktail of heavenly prickly pear and sparkling citrus fruits evokes a sensation of vital energies. A vibrant heart note is created by the clarity of flowers as the harmony of delicate and pure sea daffodil paired with fresh, spicy and heady notes of cardamom, underlines the intensity of jasmine. The base note is rich in precious woods, lending elegance and nobility and renewing itself in pure harmonies. Sandalwood and cedar wood complement the balance of the silky olive tree and light musk.

Tactile and deep notes generate the sensuality of a fragrance that is intriguing, refined, mystifying and sensual.