Tocca • Colette • Fragrances

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BananaTree on 6/1/2013 5:51:00 PM more reviews by BananaTree

Age: 19-24   Skin: Sensitive, Medium, Warm   Hair: Black, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

It's subtle and charming and reminds me of melons!
It's definitely one of my favorite of my Tocca collection, as I find some of the other ones too intense, (Stella, Cleopatra, Bianca)
It's for days that I feel like being sweet!

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*TOP REVIEWER* graceface07 on 3/5/2013 10:07:00 AM more reviews by graceface07

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Fair   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Hazel    

I can't really describe the smell all I know is the feeling it gives me is comfort. It gives me a quiet confidence, peaceful, and nurturing attitude that stays with me all day. I love it!

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joymelissa on 11/16/2012 5:31:00 PM more reviews by joymelissa

Age: 30-35   Skin: Acne-prone, Fair   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Hazel    

I love the smell of the product, however it doesn't last long on me. They came out with a rollerball which i may try that & reapply to see how that works for me since i love the scent. I usually don't have a problem with scents lasting on me, especially scents at this price point.

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*TOP REVIEWER* fabulyss on 7/8/2012 6:31:00 PM more reviews by fabulyss

Age: 25-29   Skin: Acne-prone, Fair   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Blue    

I consider Tocca fragrances to be of the same genre as Tokyomilk's florals: very feminine and inoffensive fragrances. They're lovely for a summer day or yoga class, and make great gifts! This would be perfect for a high school or college student, but if you've graduated to more adult/complex/unique fragrances this may not be for you. That said, I wouldn't mind owning the Colette candle (it's a great "background" fragrance).

It should be noted that Tocca's solid perfumes have a rating of 2 on EWG which is very good to know if you follow that sort of thing (their liquid fragrance isn't rated).

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*TOP REVIEWER* thefairestlady1012 on 6/2/2012 10:33:00 AM more reviews by thefairestlady1012

Age: 25-29   Skin: Very Dry, Fair, Cool   Hair: Brunette, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Blue    

I have now officially tried out all the fragrances in the Tocca "Love Yourself: Fragrance Vial Collection" and I must say, as I've gone through the box. I've liked the scents progressively more and more the further to the end I've gotten, meaning that Colette, being the last of the bunch, is yes, my favorite in the collection. Even before I received the collection in the mail, upon doing research of all the fragrances' various notes, I predicted that Colette would at least be A if not THE favorite for me from the collection. The reason is because of the base notes that combine Vanilla, Incense, Musks, Sandalwood, Cedarwood, and Amber. All of these notes are such that make me happy in a fragrance no matter what the fragrance may be, and I always gravitate towards scents that have these notes in them, especially as part of the base. But what is unique about this scent is that it combines all these otherwise very warm and even (in other perfumes) potentially heavy notes that one might think that when combined together as in this configuration may make for an overpowering scent, in a very light sophisticated way. I think the juniper note on the top really helps to "crisp up" and clean up the heavy bottom really making the fragrance more versatile in terms of season and occasion that it would be suited for. But then again, I am the type who wears what she wants when she wants to. But overall this is a great scent. Snuggly, cozy, sweet without being sickly, warm without being heavy, romantic, decidedly feminine without being the least girly and just wonderful.

And, for the final verdict. My take on the "Love Yourself" fragrance collection favorites, going from most favorite to least.

1. Colette
2. Bianca
3. Giulietta
4. Brigitte
5. Cleopatra
6. Florence
7. Stella

Note: Bianca and Giulletta are about a tie. Really liked both of them about equally.

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*TOP REVIEWER* apparently on 12/4/2011 9:54:00 PM more reviews by apparently

Age: 36-43   Skin: Sensitive, Fair, Warm   Hair: Blond, Wavy, Fine   Eyes: Blue    

Opens sharp and lemony with a hint of pine, like a high-end cleaning product, and quickly diminishes to an undistinguished musk. It's not offensive in any way, but I can't imagine buying this for any reason other than to have the very cute bottle on your dresser.

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Chele05 on 9/12/2011 9:16:00 PM more reviews by Chele05

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination, Fair, Cool   Hair: Brunette, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

I too received this as a sample from Sephora, and I find it to be a beautiful and ultra-feminine scent. Ironically, I love this fragrance for the reason I usually dislike fragrances: a prominent citrus note, which in this case is lemon. I don't know if it's my chemistry that makes citrus notes smell especially harsh on me, or if my nose is extra sensitive to citrus in perfume, or maybe it's both, but I usually can't stand them. Anyway, I was aware of the citrus notes in this fragrance prior to sampling it, so while I was wary, I was willing to give it a fair chance because I have found some of Tocca's other fragrance to be of very good quality (Florence and Giulietta are both beautiful). Colette is absolutely beautiful! It starts off with a strong lemon scent, but this lemon doesn't smell harsh or terribly acidic. Within a few minutes the lemon softens up and a gentle, somewhat powdery vanilla floats in and meshes with the lemon. The scent becomes creamier as the vanilla becomes more dominant, but the lemon remains in background. Lemon and vanilla are the two notes that stand out on my skin, but I don't consider this to be a gourmand. Colette is a very understated fragrance, very delicate and feminine. I agree with the other reviewer who said this would make a great work fragrance since it is inoffensive but still noticeable. I also think this could be worn by a woman of any age. It could possibly be a little mature for a teenager, but it for a woman 20 and up, it has no limit. I could definitely picture myself wearing this for many years to come. The only negative thing about this perfume is that is doesn't project well. Within half an hour it loses a great amount of sillage and instead lays close to the skin. The staying power isn't actually bad (I timed about 6 hours), but it stays so close to the skin that one think it's gone. So far I've only been using my tester vile which is the dab on kind, not a spray, so it's possible that actually spraying it on might make a difference. That's something I'll have to look into. I truly hope it makes a difference because I would love to add Colette to my collection. I don't know if it is the most unique fragrance, but it would certainly be a unique addition for me.

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greenclover on 8/22/2011 1:34:00 AM more reviews by greenclover

Age: 25-29   Skin: Sensitive, Fair-Medium   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Hazel    

This is a no-go for me mostly because I am averse to vanilla! This is mainly warm? vanilla-musk type of frag. Actually a bit similar to coty's vanilla musk, which I detest). It is a very generic fragrance. Not terrible of you like vanilla (which I don't) - if you are a vanilla, vanilla/musk fan give it a try.

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*TOP REVIEWER* kaxel on 6/12/2011 7:00:00 PM more reviews by kaxel

Age: 44-55   Skin: Dry, Fair, Warm   Hair: Brown, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Green    

I am not good at describing perfumes, but when I put this one on, I feel like I could handle anything. This fragrance is subtle, yet declares its presence. I imagine a high-powered executive woman or even politician wearing it in the workplace. It's perfect for work in that it's not too strong, but still very feminine. It asserts its power. I also find it calming...like, with this scent on, I can handle any situation! This is truly a signature scent that conveys strength yet femininity. The lasting power, while not mind-blowing, is fairly good on me - about 5 hours. I find that pretty average and in fact better than average for many fragrances.

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rynamyn on 6/3/2011 10:34:00 AM more reviews by rynamyn

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium   Hair: Brunette, Straight, Medium   Eyes: Green    

I agree almost completely with the prior review - received a sample, smells lovely but lasting power isn't great - lasts about 4-5 hours on me. The full-size is a little pricey but I do love the scent - so I will probably pick up a full-size bottle when my sample runs out.

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*TOP REVIEWER* hurricanenika on 5/22/2011 11:43:00 AM more reviews by hurricanenika

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Combination, Fair, Warm   Hair: Brunette, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

"Inspired by the French novelist and libertine, Colette, Tocca's newest fine fragrance captures the seductive essence of a woman. Known for her romantic liaisons as much as her inspiring writing, Colette embodies the irresistible scent of a woman that lingers on the pillow long after she leaves. Warm, spicy and sweet, Colette is the perfect fragrance for the sensual woman in us all." (via Sephora.com)

I received a sample of this when I ordered off of Sephora.com, and I truly adore this. On me, it smells fresh, sweet, sensual, and almost rosy. It's the perfect balance of soft femininity and confidence. A little goes a long ways, and I intend to make the trial vial last, as the full-sized bottle (it only comes in one size) is $68.
My only qualm with this beautiful fragrance is that it doesn't last very long, especially for the price. On me, it stayed for about six hours. However, if I can find a way to make it last longer (layering it with a body lotion is not an option, as there is no lotion of this), I will most definitely take the plunge and buy a full-sized bottle. It's perfect year-round, and it adds a soft element to my entire being.

Notes:
Bergamot, Mandarin, Lemon, Juniper Berry, Pink Peppercorn, Jasmine, Violet, Cyclamen, Pine Needles, Incense, Musk, Sandalwood, Amber, Vanilla, Cedarwood.

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