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Sephora Fragrance Sampler for Her – is it Worth Getting (Fragrance Review)

December 8, 2014 Katie Marie 2 Comments

Sephora Favorites Fragrance Sampler for Her

Retail Price: $55 Sephora Fragrance Sampler for Her - is it Worth Getting | FromMyVanity.comA collection of some of Sephora’s most popular women’s scents, each one enchanting, stylish, and luxurious. Inside this box, you’ll find 10 samples of some of our most sought-after women’s fragrances plus a stylish beauty pouch. Choose your favorite, and then take the included scent certificate to any US Sephora store* to redeem for a full-size bottle of your favorite featured fragrance at no extra cost.

This set contains:
– Sample in Bvlgari Omnia Crystalline (Scent certificate redeems for 1.3 oz Eau de Toilette Spray, $65)

– Sample in CLEAN Rain (Scent certificate redeems for 2.14 oz Eau de Parfum Spray, $69)

– Sample in Gucci Guilty Black (Scent certificate redeems for 1.0 oz Eau de Toilette Spray, $58)

– Sample in Juicy Couture Viva La Juicy Noir (Scent certificate redeems for 1.7 oz Eau de Parfum Spray, $72)

– Sample in Marc Jacobs Honey (Scent certificate redeems for 1.0 oz Eau de Parfum Spray, $52)

– Sample in MARCHESA PARFUM D’EXTASE (Scent certificate redeems for 1.0 oz Eau de Parfum Spray, $60)

– Sample in Narciso Rodriguez for her (Scent certificate redeems for 1.0 oz Eau de Toilette Spray, $54)

– Sample in Prada Candy (Scent certificate redeems for 1.0 oz Eau de Parfum Spray, $64)

–  Sample in Ralph Lauren Romance (Scent certificate redeems for 1.0 oz Eau de Parfum Spray, $50)

–  Sample in STELLA MCCARTNEY Stella (Scent certificate redeems for 1.0 oz Eau de Parfum Spray, $50)

– Bonus Item: 8 1/4″ W x 1/4″ D x 5 1/2″ H Beauty Pouch

MY REVIEW

Sephora Fragrance Sampler for Her - is it Worth Getting | Sample Vials | FromMyVanity.comFirst Impression & Packaging:

The Fragrance Sampler for Her came in a really attractive packaging. They’re all securely held in this shiny, pink box that has a decorative sleeve with pretty cut-out designs on it. The box could definitely be reused for something — I don’t know what, but it’s way too nice to just throw out! If you weren’t gifting this set, you could definitely use the pink box to hold another present. Just an idea.

Practicality and Usability:

Sephora Fragrance Sampler for Her - is it Worth Getting | Box of Sample Vials | FromMyVanity.comThe sample vials that all of the fragrances come in are the same size as those you would typically get for free in your Sephora order. I kind of wish that they were a little more ‘deluxe’ size. All but two of the sample vials have little sprays — the ones that do not have a stopper you just pop off. I appreciate that the majority of them have sprays, as this makes it easier to use. From experience, the sample has about two uses from it. Which isn’t bad, I suppose, but I do wish it had a little more.

The pouch that comes with this set is really nice. It doesn’t feel cheap or plastic — the material of this pouch is really soft to the touch. It zips close and has a good bit of room inside. Would make a perfect touch-up bag to throw in your purse.

Sephora Fragrance Sampler for Her - is it Worth Getting | Bonus Pouch | FromMyVanity.comMajor Likes & Dislikes:

First we’ll talk about the bad. I’ve seen several reviews that complain about the price for some fragrances being cheaper than this kit. And that is true — 4 fragrances out of the 10 retail at roughly $5 cheaper than this kit. Why Sephora did this, I do not know. My thoughts on that would be…know which fragrance you are looking into before deciding on a kit. I knew I was really interested in the Viva La Juicy Noir bottle, which is $72, so there’s no question for me if this collection is worth it or not. If you’re more interested in Marc Jacobs Honey then, yes, I would agree with the other reviewers in saying this sampler isn’t worth it for you. Unless, of course, you really want that pouch. 😉

Sephora Fragrance Sampler for Her - is it Worth Getting | Closeup Sample Vial | FromMyVanity.comNow that that’s out of the way, we’ll talk about the good. For me, the value of this set really makes it totally worth the purchase. If you saw my Sephora VIB Sale haul, than you know I got this set for only $44. Which, since I want to get the fragrance that cost $72…the savings was huge. I don’t know where else you could get almost a $30 discount on high-end fragrances.

Sephora Fragrance Sampler for Her - is it Worth Getting | Bonus Pouch, Open | FromMyVanity.comAnother thing I appreciated about this set was that they packaged it up so well and included a very nice pouch. It’s not like they just threw some samples in a bag and sent it off with a free voucher — they took the time to design this beautiful box and also include a pretty makeup pouch that any woman can use.

Final Thoughts:

Sephora Fragrance Sampler for Her - is it Worth Getting | Certificate for Full Size Fragrance Bottle | FromMyVanity.comI would say that you should have in mind which fragrance you might want to buy. Sephora has several different Fragrance Sampler sets  — all with different fragrances and pricetags. If the fragrance you are interested in is cheaper than the set, I would say just take a trip into Sephora and test the fragrance there.

Sephora Fragrance Sampler for Her - is it Worth Getting | Box | FromMyVanityBut if the fragrance you want is more expensive, then I would definitely recommend you purchasing this set. Not only will you get a fancy pouch, but you can also try out other fragrances. I know sample fragrances can sometimes seem not worth it — but they really are. And they come in REALLY handy when you have to go on a trip. No worries about breaking that full-size bottle!

So, in short, it really depends on what you are looking for. 🙂 For me, this sampler set saved me almost $30, which was huge! And not only do I get my perfume at a reduced price, but I get to enjoy trying out 9 other fragrances and I can’t wait to use the makeup bag!

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I've seen these Sephora Favorites Fragrance Sampler sets at Sephora before, but have been curious if they're worth getting. | FromMyVanity.comQuestion for My Readers: What’s the most expensive perfume you’ve ever purchased? What’s your favorite fragrance?


I purchased the products mentioned above with my own personal money. I was not compensated for posting this review. I only recommend products that I have used personally and believe will be beneficial for my readers.

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Mia Mariu is releasing a new line of perfume! (Review & Giveaway)

January 13, 2014 Katie Marie 3 Comments

It’s a new week and I’ve got some great posts scheduled for this week. I hope you stay tuned. 🙂 Don’t forget, my End-of-the-Year giveaway is almost over — get your entries in before the 16th! And make sure you stick through till the end of this post…as there’s a new giveaway! 😉

For today, I’ve got a perfume review for you. I don’t think I’ve ever reviewed perfume on here before for y’all. Let me know if you like these kinds of reviews and I’ll be sure to repeat them in the future. 🙂

Cosmetic company, Mia Mariu, sent me a women’s fragrance from their new perfume line. The fragrance is called Magia.

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

“enchanting, flirty, sensual…deliciously unforgettable” 

This deliciously flirtatious fragrance invigorates the senses, creates a mood and sets the scene for unforgettable fun, romance and pleasure. With a medley of juicy strawberry, mandarin, peach and pear that play sweetly atop dewy blooms of jasmine, plum, magnolia and flirty frangipani; makes the perfect playmate and ideal soul mate for smooth and sensual base notes of rich vanilla, musk, tonka bean and warm and enchanting golden amber.

My Review…

The Packaging…
The fragrance is packaged in a very simplistic and sophisticated way. As you can see from the picture, it’s just a clear, glass bottle with a square lid and the Mia Mariu name brand on it along with the fragrance name. All the lettering is in pink, which makes for a very cute and girly bottle. I think it’s pretty! The lid doesn’t snap on very tightly, but it is pretty secure…as long as you don’t pick the bottle up by the lid. This bottle is 1.7 oz, which is a fairly good size for a perfume. All in all, I was very satisfied with the packaging.

The Fragrance…
I am terrible at describing scents (which is why I made sure to add the fragrance description above for your benefit), but the Magia is a lovely smell! I’m always leery of getting a fragrance online, because I don’t know if I’ll like it — I have to physically smell it. I’m the type of person who likes light, floral scents with maybe some touches of citrus in them, so it’s always hard for me to order fragrances online. If you are similar to me in your fragrance preferences, then let me highly encourage you to purchase this fragrance! It is a delightful scent! Definitely reminds me of a floral scent, but I can get the hint of the citrus-y side of it, too. Mia Mariu has come out with a perfect blend that will thrill many women!

Major Likes & Dislikes…
Well, my major like is that I love the scent! (Haha, that’s pretty important in a fragrance, huh? 😉 I love wearing this and, as you can see in the pictures I took, I’ve put a pretty decent dent in this bottle already. The lasting power of Magia is awesome — I can spritz my wrist in the morning, and several hours later in the afternoon I can still smell it on my wrist. The nozzle of the bottle kind of spritzs out a lot for one area, but that might just be my preference. But that’s really the only dislike that I can think of — which isn’t a big problem, in my opinion. 🙂

Final Thoughts…
Magia is a wonderful fragrance that will delight and please a wide variety of women. The fragrance does a great job of clinging to your skin and the scent will last for hours. I don’t know what more you could ask for in a fragrance! 🙂 Mia Mariu did a fabulous job in creating this perfume and I look forward to what they bring to their fragrance line next!

For those who are not aware, along with Magia, they have three other fragrances — two, of which, are for guys! 🙂

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.


The Giveaway…

Mia Mariu has kindle offered to sponsor a giveaway! I am so excited that one of you will be able to try out their new perfume for themselves! The winner will be able to choose from three of their fragrances in their MM line — MM Aqua for Men, MM Caoba for Men, and MM Magia for Women.

Below are the rules to enter this giveaway and, as always, the Rafflecopter is how I will keep track of entries. 🙂 

Rules: This giveaway is only open to GFC follower of Legacy of a Writer, so be sure you are a follower! There are many chances to earn extra entries, so be sure to come back every day to take advantage of them. 🙂 This giveaway will run for three weeks, ending at midnight on Monday, February 3rd. 

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