Fragrance - intense floral, fruity and woody notes
Miss Dior Eau de Parfum by Dior is an amber floral fragrance for women. This is the first time I used this fragrance and I instantly love it! It's young, it's fresh and it's beautifully feminine in a very sophisticated way. The voluptuous notes of amber wood combined with floral and fruity notes reciprocate the initial olfactory inspiration of Miss Dior to inspire today's youth. This bottle of floral bouquet is centred around the Californian Rose. I have displayed here a miniature bottle of Miss Dior with the beautiful Cappadocian landscape in the background. I thought the contract was magical. The full size 100ml bottle is equally beautiful, this one looked super cute.
"Miss Dior was born from these evenings in Provence crossed by fireflies where green
jasmine serves as a counter-song to the melody of the night and the earth."
Christian Dior, 1947
Miss Dior EDP
Miss Dior
All your senses are awakened by the sensuality of a bouquet of flowers in the new Miss Dior Eau de Parfum. For me, it is a very good fragrance option to purchase when you are in doubt. Or when you are overwhelmed by trying out many fragrances but are unable to find a good one. It also makes an excellent luxury gift!
I went over to read reviews of other bloggers regarding this fragrance. Where most of the reviews were a 5-star rating, I came across a small number of ladies who described Miss Dior as overly sweet. In my opinion, I do not find it too sweet but then again it depends on your personal definition of an overly sweet fragrance. In my opinion, Gucci Flora and Viktor & Rolf Flower Bomb might be standing at the edge of the overly-sweet defination. Overall, I rate it as a very sophiscated designer fragrance sophisticated and recommend it to all of you!
Soaring through a sky dotted with colourful hot air balloons, Cappadocia in Turkey feels like stepping into a fairytale. But beneath the whimsical chimneys and lunar landscapes lies a rich history, making it a must-visit for any traveller. Cappadocia is most famous for its hot air balloon rides. Unfortunately for me, I could not take the ride because of the weather (it's weather-dependent!) and my health as I got sick during that time. Every morning at my breakfast table I wished to see the balloons rising in the sky. Finally, there came a few rare days when I did see them!
In this blog, I have tried to keep the text less and share as many unique photos with you so that you could feel as if you are already there! So let's start right away!
Cappadocia - Hot Air Balloons finally up in the sky!
Carved by volcanic eruptions and sculpted by wind and time, Capaddocia's iconic "fairy chimneys" are truly magical. Yet these natural wonders were also home to thriving civilizations. Early Christians carved churches and monasteries into these soft rocks, leaving behind a treasure trove of frescoes.
A visit to Cappadocia, Turkey offers a very unique blend of history, culture, adventure and whimsical beauty. Once you visit this fairytale destination it will not be hard for you to believe that this place holds the title of Turkey's most famous tourist destination!
Food & Cuisine
Let's start with food!
The food here contains hearty dishes featuring lamb, vegetables and legumes. Pair your meals with local bread and sip it down with çay, the famous Turkish tea. If you have a sweet tooth do not miss the sweet treats like baklava and Turkish delights (lokum). Cappadocia's cuisine is a blend of many different flavors most of which is Turkish, Arabic and Mediterranean. Don't forget to try the pumpkin seeds and sip on the Cappadocia wine especially prepared from indigenous grapes. Below are photos of some of the delicious food items I tried. It's truely mouthwatering!
Millions of years of volcanic fury carved the landscape of the region in fascinating scapes. It is a vast plateau with "fairy chimneys" almost everywhere. These whimsical formations create a very unique scene, some even have caves inside them. You can take a hike around the area and bedazzled by the rare beauty of nature. You can also the hidden cave churches where you see vibrant Byzantine frescoes which are proof the region's rich history. The vibrant colours of the sunrise and sunset at Sunset Point paint the sky in beautiful formations.
Here are the top 5 things-to-do that I highly recommend:
1. Hot Air Balloon (of course!)
2. Explore the Göreme Open Air Museum
3. Hike through the valleys
4. Decent into the Underground City
5. Visit Uchisar Castle
Turkish Tea
The beautiful landscape and weather!
Hiking around the valley
Göreme Ranch
Pottery making
Beautiful view at night
Twilight from the Sunset Point
Sunset Point
It started snowing!
Snow everywhere!
Snow!
Shopping
If you are like me - shopping is a MUST wherever you go! In Cappadocia, shopping is a unique experience to bring home a unique souvenir of the region. You can explore the local shops and open-air markets. You may also do a little bargain, it's fun! Cash in the form of Euro, Turkish Lira and credit cards are accepted. Look out for some unique finds like local rugs and carpets, hand-painted ceramics, locally produced honey and jams, leather goods etc.
My top recommendations:
1. Hand-woven Carpets and Kilims
2. Hand-crafted Pottery
3. Evil Eye Talismans (Nazar Boncuk)
4. Famous Turkish Delights
5. Dried Fruits and Nuts
6. Handmade Soaps (Lavender is my favourite!)
7. Hand-Painted Ceramics
8. Turkish Lamps!
My favorite Lavendar homemade soap and face roller
Traditional rugs
Local gemstones including Amethyst
Local souveniers
Soaps!
Handbags with a touch of traditional embroidery
Decorations
Local tea sets
Most famous Turkish lamps
Cappadocia is a land unlike any other. It is a place that ignites the imagination and mesmerising impression! Whether you come here for the adventure of hot air balloons, the culture or the whimscial landscape, Cappadocia offers an unforgettable experience for everyone. So do consider this place for your next trip and be prepared to be enchanted by this magical corner of the world.
Before creating the House of CHANEL, Coco was Gabrielle. A rebel at heart...passionate and free. The inspiration for the luminous floral fragrance: GABRIELLE CHANEL. The fragrance appears to be weightlessly suspended within the striking square bottle. Made with ultra-thin glass, the 4 transparent sides fade into the background, letting light radiate through. The label and the stopper have the same square shape and precious lamé hue, a delicate balance between gold and silver, and the interior is warmed with an even more resplendent gold. The bottle is carefully protected by a sleeve imprinted with its silhouette.
In-House Perfumer-Creator Olivier Polge crafted this Eau de Parfum as an imaginary flower—a radiant, purely feminine bloom based on a bouquet of 4 vibrant white flowers. A rich, enveloping heart of intense jasmine shimmers with the fruity green notes of ylang-ylang, while fresh and sparkling orange blossom shines through, offering a glimpse of smooth Grasse tuberose captured at its finest.
Notes
Mandarin Peel, Grapefruit, Blackcurrant, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Orange Blossom, and Tuberose.
My Rose of Bulgaria is based on natural extracts of the oil bearing Bulgarian RoseDamascena, that is in every product.
My Rose of Bulgaria is a refreshing, summery shower gel. It is prepared especially for normal skin. The fragrance is soft and delicate, not overpowering or strong. It is just right for hot, dry summer days' showers. It is not a luxury item nor does it come in a very luxury packaging. However, it is just right to be part of your summer treats. The added panthenol and allantoin makes the skin smooth and silky soft. With a natural extracts of the Bulgarian RoseDamascena, rich in vitamins, microelements and antioxidants for a soothing and refreshing effect.
Gives a feeling of freshness and leaves an incredible aroma.
..the color and scent of relaxation, youthfulness, creativity, imagination, optimism.
Lavender is also one of my favorite flowers. I saw the beauty of this Mediterranean herb while I visited Germany a few years back. Lavender has long been used in aromatherapy and making essential oil. Lavender is usually associated with two things: its fragrance and its color. This brings me to this amazing body wash I recently discovered from the brand Aveeno.
Aveeno Positively Nourishing Calming Body Wash is a lightly fragranced body wash that moisturizes your skin and is enriched with Lavender, Chamomile, and Ylang-Ylang, natural ingredients known for their calming benefits. I came across it while casually looking for a body wash. It comes in a nice packaging with lavender flowers on the front giving a very calming effect to the eyes. The fragrance is nice and light during the bath and the creamy lather moisturizes the skin. It is equally great for the senses. As winter is slowly approaching, this calming body wash is a perfect treat as it leaves the skin soft and smooth while you feel calm and relaxed. If you have dry skin then I would highly recommend giving Aveeno Positively Nourishing Calming Body Wash a try.
AVEENO POSITIVELY NOURSHING Calming Body Wash
I would highly recommend Aveeno Positively Nourishing Calming Body Wash and will definitely repurchase the same one or a different one from the wide range they offer. It is however an expensive product as compared to the other over-the-counter body washes and will cost you around PKR 2500. Nevertheless, I would say give it a try once if your pocket allows, as a single bottle will last a very long time.
Here's is a beautiful view of the Islamabad-Murree Expressway. It was a very beautiful day to take photos and luckily I had this beautiful bottle with me which gave me the opportunity to take a few clicks.
Islamabad - Murree Expressway
Do you know that the most beautiful Lavender fields in the world are located in Valensole, France?
Let me leave you with a few photos so that you could explore it yourself.
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