REVIEW: Chosen EDP by Nicole Scherzinger...

Just before Christmas, I was at the hair salon having my 3-monthly Kerasilk Keratin treatment when I stumbled upon a magazine article about a new fragrance, and instantly fell in love with the description - a beautiful and empowering scent, ideal for the current Sydney Summer, and available at Chemist Warehouse. I was so impressed I headed straight for CW, where it took three sales assistants to find it (and the tester), but I eventually walked out with this gorgeous bottle of rosy pinkness tucked under my arm, and a new love to fuel my perfume passion - Chosen by Nicole Scherzinger ♥...

I had to recant my negative opinion of celebrity fragrances years ago after being entranced by scents from Kylie, Britney and Beyonce, and this is another one to confirm that they are not all the same, and in fact, a number of them are breathtaking...

This little darling is presented in an exquisitely shaped bottle with blatantly female curves, rose gold trim, and topped with a sparkling faceted cap. There's an inverted jewel carved into the base of the bottle as well - oh it looks so pretty! The pastel pink elixir inside is equally feminine - captivating and enchanting, refreshing and sensuous. Opening notes are crisp and fresh and fun - a platter of freshly cut peaches, oranges and green apples. After about 10 seconds, my nose picks up a sprinkling of jasmine petals drizzled with mouthwatering caramel, and not long after it becomes apparent that this gourmand concoction is surrounded by a vanilla, musk and patchouli coulis! (White orchid is also included, but I haven't the faintest idea what that smells like...)

Dry down is just plain beautiful - all the fruits, flowers and musks enmesh into such a luscious delight, I can't stop holding my wrist to my nose. It's really quite addictive. Reminds me a little of Lancome's La Vie Est Belle (which also contains orange, jasmine, patchouli and vanilla), but a whole lot lighter, fresher, younger, and (for me) far more wearable. Actually, I can't take LVEB more than a few times a year, and only in cool weather, but I could douse myself with Chosen in any season, night or day, work or play ♥...

I wish it lasted on my skin a bit longer, but hey, 3-4 hours isn't too bad - besides, I love to spritz it fairly often to experience that fresh fruit hit. I reckon Nicole has done exceptionally well with her first creation, and fingers crossed she releases more in the future... 

In summary, a fruity foodie feast for the senses that will no doubt set pulses racing. RRP for the 100ml bottle is $39.99, but CW has it on special at the mo' for $29.99 - I'm so glad I chose IT! ♥...

Is there a particular celebrity scent you're crazy about?

Take care of you,
kats xxx