REVIEW: TOWIE 'Love Addict' and 'Platinum VIP' fragrances

 

Many of you may remember I attended the TOWIE fragrance launch a few weeks ago, and had a lovely time. As I had to leave early to catch a coach back to the 'sticks', I left early and was kindly given a bag containing two of the new fragrances; 'Love Addict' and 'Platinum VIP'. My dad and I have been sampling both fragrances which I want to review and share with you all today, starting with Love Addict. 

Love Addict*

''. . . Woody oriental accord opening with notes of lemon anise and raisin on a floral heart to keep the passion alive!''

(Press Release, 2012)

First impressions of the product - I like the outer packaging; very chic, funky and eye catching with the statement TOWIE logo etched on the packaging. I also am a hugeee fan of the purple (favourite colour), so already this was a hit with me . . so far. Upon opening the box and seeing the perfume bottle, I love it. The continuing of the purple has followed through to the perfume bottle itself, with a bow tie ribbon to give it that finishing look. The shape of the bottle resembles that of diamond, with a clear top/cap, which I think is very Essex-esque! Now I will be honest (as I always am), I didn't think the perfume would smell that great, but to be honest I very presently surprised. The scent is very summery, very chic and fresh. It is not overpowering or suffocating, but very pleasant to wear. I found the scent does tend to linger for quite sometime, although by the end of the day the scent isn't really there. I have been wearing it for several weeks and have had comments from people as to what it is I am wearing, when I say what it is . .the expressions of ''Really?'' is what I a greeted with, with many actually going to purchase it for themselves. The RRP for this fragrance is £18.49/30ml which isn't too badly priced amongst other fragrances on the highstreet. Rating: 8/10.

Platinum VIP*

''. . . A fruity oriental accord opening with bright citrus notes of lemon, ozone, mandarin, pepper and cardamom''

(Press Release, 2012)

Originally I asked my brother to sample this product, but the miserable sod that he is he said no, so I kindly asked my dad and he was happy to review. Upon presentation of the fragrance to my dad, his first thoughts were ''Hmmm this looks interesting''. His thoughts on the packaging were that it's pretty funky, very mannish and has a young feel, look to it. He also noted that it looks very exclusive, which funnily enough part of the press release states. Upon opening the packaging and seeing the fragrance, dad didn't really have much to say about it apart from it looks ''The bottle looks very sleek and stylish''. I personally thought it wouldn't smell that great, but dad said ''It smells really nice . .not overpowering and actually lasts a long time''. From that alone I think it's fair to say that my dad is rather pleased with the fragrance, and would be more than happy to use again the future. So although TOWIE have (I would say) aimed this at those who are young, it's also good enough for those who are a lot older. The RRP for this fragrance is £18.49/30ml which dad said is pretty reasonable. 

These fragrances are both available at The Fragrance shop, Boots and key selected fragrance retailers.

I hope you enjoyed this review.

(& Dad)