Iris is a very popular and loved note in fragrances. Rarely does it play center stage, and rarely is it done so perfectly. Infusion d'iris from Prada is without a doubt one of the most remarkable Iris scents out there.

This rich and sweet powdery beauty has notes of mandarin, galbanum, orange and orange blossom with a heart of iris, cedar and vetiver. The base consists of of incense and benzoin. These notes come together to create a beautiful powdery masterpiece. Amongst the clouds of soft iris you have a citrusy brightness and a warm sweetness. neither of these contrast with the iris, rather it helps elevate the powdery beauty and adds a touch of depth to the composition. With the richness of the scent also comes amazing performance. Excellent longevity, between 6-8 hours and a moderate amount of projection and sillage.

Overall if you are a lover of sweet florals, and rich powdery com,psitions in your fragrances Prada's Infusion d'iris is as close to a masterpiece as you can get, and well worth picking up.

Summer is here, and that means enjoying the sunshine at the beach! You might not think that fragrances work well in the sun and the sand, but you'd be wrong. Warmth makes your fragrance expose it's true heart and become one with your skin. Here are 3 perfect fragrances for a beach day!

Moschino Cheap&Chic I Love Love

This is a gorgeous bright and sunny fragrance. The slight sweetness of this is balanced beautifully with the bright and dazzling citrus notes. It's long lasting and very refreshing. This zesy beauty will help bring out the sunshine!

Paco Rabanne Olympea

This fragrance screams sea goddess. Salt and aquatic notes paired brililantly with vanilla, sandalwood and ambergris. This is a beautiful fragrance to wear anywhere, and the beach is no exception.

Guerlain, Terracotta le Parfum

This gorgeous and lucious white floral fragrance screams picturesque tropical locations and relaxing underneathe a cabana on the beach. It smells sweet, rich and tropical and will make any vacation location seem more exotic and luxurious.

Summer is upon us and its such a beautiful and dazzling time of year. This is the time people love to put away their heavier fragrances and wear fresher, brighter and more playful scents! There are a lot of amazing perfumes appropriate for this time of year but if you are of the mindset "the more the merrier", here are some affordable options so you can get a nice variety to wear this summer!

For the Gourmand Lover - Burberry Brit for Women

This is a DAZZLING fruity and bright fragrance. It's sheer, ethereal, playful and sweet. Perfect for those crisp afternoons. With Pear, Cedar and a touch of Lime this is a great scent for people who will miss the heavier gourmands that are so popular in fall and winter.

A Must Have- Dolce and Gabbana Light Blue

Light Blue took the world by storm when it was initially released and we still cannot get over it. Its crisp, fresh and bright with some beautiful layers going on that come alive as you wear this perfume.  With a touch of sunny-ness and subtle sweetness in the drydown that balances the opening, to the sharpness in the base, those simple layers make this really stand out from a lot of other fresh fragrances. It's become a classic and it's easy to smell why, so many people reach for this during the summer time. The tart opening from the green apple, to the sweetness of the rose and amber really cements this fragrance as a classic summertime essential.

Easy, Breezy, and Dreamy - Symetrie Dream

Crisp, fresh and bright this is a beautiful mix of citrus, florals, and daytime woods. Opening with a nice touch of Italian Lemon with Jasmine and Iris, it then dries down to a beautiful orange blossom and musk scent. After an hour the woods come to the party and you are left with a sheer and pretty scent that dances on your skin and is beautiful on cool summer afternoons! Dreamy indeed.

Effordless like Summer Wind - Elizabeth Arden Green Tea Cherry Blossom

Elizabeth Arden Green Tea is one of the most beloved tea fragrances on the market, and they are well known for their many successful and beautiful flankers to this gorgeous scent. Green Tea Cherry Blossom is one of the most perfect versions for summer. With Green Tea, Plum, Cherry Blossom and Petitgrain as some of the notes in this beauty, it would be easy to say this was crafted particularly for lovely summer afternoons.

Sweet, Playful, and Sporty- Eau de Lacoste L.12.12 Pour Elle Sparkling

Fresh, clean and, well, sparkling, Lacoste has created a beautiful concoction that is a mix of sporty, sweet, fun, and fresh. With Macaroon accord and cotton candy you might think this is a sweet candy perfume. BUT with some gorgeous lily of the valley, spices, musk and vetiver it really adds dimension and freshness to this fragrance. Its a youthful mix of sweet and fresh with notes that set this apart as a not-your-run-of-the-mill, super sweet, candy perfume. It has sparkle and depth, without losing any of its whimsy or charm.