Today is the launch of Marc Jacobs new fragrance, Bang.  Marc Jacobs is also the face of his new fragrance ad campaign that features him nude holding nothing but an oversized bottle to cover his “goods”. Frankly I must say that I love the concept, so often we see nude or semi-nude models selling sex beauty and nobody blinks an eye. It’s pretty refreshing that Mr. Jacobs decided to use a little raw sex appeal mixed with a bit of controversy to launch his fragrance. This men’s fragrance is pretty big news since Marc Jacobs had not launched a new scent in 10 years.

“Once I agreed to be the model, I couldn’t see what I would wear to express this. We tried it with clothes, but it didn’t work. Then Juergen [Teller, who shot the campaign] had the idea for the silver Mylar, and it all came together,” Jacobs said.

In many advertisements the full version of the ad will not be shown only the image cropped at the shoulders. I think that’s unfortunate since the photo is a beautiful work of art, however in more conservative part of the country even semi-nude photos do not fly. Bang includes notes as black, white and pink pepper, a heart of masculine woody notes, while a base of elemi resin, aromatic benzoin, vetiver, white moss and patchouli. The fragrance will be available exclusively at Bloomingdales and then it will be available worldwide in September 2010.

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The lovely Jennifer Aniston recently launched her fragrance Lolavie Jennifer Aniston at Harrods. Ms. Aniston originally named her fragrance “Lolavie” which means “Laughing at Life” but changed it at the last minute due to a similar fragrance name (Lola by Marc Jacobs). Jennifer has joined the fragrance club including celebrities such as Paris Hilton, Halle Berry, Mariah Carey and Beyonce who all have signature scents of their own. So what does the Jennifer Aniston scent smell like?

“I am not a big perfume-y fragrance fan. I want people to go ‘what is that? You smell great!’ But most of all, I wanted it to smell natural.”

The notes in Jennifer Aniston’s new perfume are citrus, rose water, wild violets, amber and jasmine. These scents were inspired by her trips to Greece and her youth in California. The perfume is a collaboration between Aniston and Falic Fashion Group and has been in the making for almost two years. According to Aniston the scent is sexy and clean and floral but not too flowery.

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Juicy Couture brings us their fourth fragrance: Peace, Love & Juicy Couture. This scent is a blast from the past from a whimsical era in time. The fragrance has top notes of lemon tree blossom, wild hyacinth, sweet apple and black currant bud absolute. The middle notes are sambac jasmine absolute, star magnolia, Malibu poppy, honeysuckle and linden blossom. The base notes are orris extract, sheer patchouli flower and enveloping musks. The fragrance is inspired by the flower power of the 60s.

This new fragrance is scheduled to launch in September.  I cannot wait to release my inner hippie and groove the night away with this new fragrance. Juicy Couture has not failed me yet with their delicious smelling perfumes and I doubt that this would be any exception.

Summer has arrived and there are plenty of days filled with fun in the sun up ahead. We all would love to spend our days basking in the cool ocean waters, playing volleyball on the beach or relaxing on a beach towel but unfortunately life may get in the way. So just because you cannot spend your day at the beach doesn’t mean that you can’t take a bit of the beach with you. Below are some of my favorite picks that we bring you to that enchanted place from your childhood.

MAC To the Beach Bronze Body Oil will add a shimmering glean to your body while moisturizing with botanical oils. This beach in a body glow can be yours for $22. This limited edition product is only available through July so get yours before it’s gone!

Bobbi Brown literally brings the beach to you with their best selling Beach Fragrance. This exotic scent is infused with sand jasmine, sea spray, and mandarin and will remind of a breezy summer day at the beach. This sexy scent even has a slight scent of sunscreen, I can practically hear the seagulls calling. This fragrance retails for $55 and it smells delish!

Guerlain’s Terracotta Light Summer Bronzing Powder will give you a sun kissed glow without risking exposure to the suns damaging rays. What makes this bronzer different is that there is a mix of five iridescent shades of copper, pink, pearl and 2 bronze shades. This beauty is also limited edition and available in two hues: Blondes and Brunettes. Don’t miss this opportunity to be a golden goddess! This little gem is available at Sephora for $50.

Philosophy Beach Girl Shampoo, Shower Gel and Body Bath is a triple duty beauty product reminiscent of a day of sun and surfing followed by a cool orange crush slush. At $16 a bottle this is the perfect grab and go for any multi-tasking mama.

Pacifica Malibu Lemon Blossom Spray is inspired by lemony Litsea Cubeba, Flowering Angel’s Trumpets and fresh herbs gives a hint of California Wildflowers mixed with a hint of an ocean breeze. This is an enchanting light and fresh beachy summer scents available at Sephora for $22.

So go ahead and indulge in some luxurious summer treats even when you cannot get away for a day of summer fun at least you can bring a day at the beach with you wherever you go!

Avatar starlet Zoe Saldana is the face of Avons newest fragrance Eternal Magic. The fragrance is inspired by the rare Princess Monaco Rose. I love the Zoe was chosen to be the face of this fragrance because I must admit the she herself is a rare beauty. The bottle is quite elegant and beautiful just like it’s spokesperson.

I’m very proud to be working with Avon and to be the face of Eternal Magic. It means so much to me to be associated with a company that shares my values and believes in empowering women. ~Saldana

This elegant fragrance captivates with the following notes:

Top Notes: Sheer Violet, Sicilian Bergamot, Pink Peppercorn
Heart Notes: Princess Monaco Rose, Orris, Magnolia Leaves
Base Notes: Creamy Vanilla Warmth, Transparent Woods, Fluffy Cloud Accord

The Eternal Magic Collection:
Eternal Magic Eau de Parfum ($22.50, 50 ml)
Eternal Magic Shower Gel ($10.00, 200 ml)
Eternal Magic Body Lotion ($12.00, 200 ml)

Available exclusively through Avon Representatives.  To locate an Avon Representative call 1-800-FOR-AVON or visit www.avon.com

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