Meghan Markle: Perfume adverts ‘could work’ says royal expert
Princess Dianawas a style icon to many and in her time the most glamorous royal the world could think of. Meghan Markle, 41,isa perfect style successor to Princess Diana in the Royal Familyand there is also a very sweet scent story linking the two.
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Only so much is known about Princess Diana's beauty choices, as opposed to her fashion choices that have been widely documented.
Royal fans will know that she usedMary Greenwellas her MUA for a number of years, and her leading hairdresser, Sam McKnight, cared for her iconic pixie cut for several years.
But when it comes to Diana's choice of fragrance, the choice of scent the Princess wore was pretty much under wraps during her lifetime.
According to the website, Celebrity Fragrance Guide, Princess Diana had aselectionof fragrances she liked to wear, most notably Hermes 24 Faubourg, Penhaligon's Bluebell Cologne, and Creed Royal Water which was created especially for her.
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Meghan Markle wears similar perfume to Princess Diana (Image: GETTY)
Princess Diana's reported favourite perfume (Image: PENHALIGON'S BLUEBELL COLOGNE)
The Penhaligon's Bluebell Cologne is interesting, as the duch*ess of Sussex previously said in an interview that before she became a royal, Jo Malone London Wild Bluebell was her go-to fragrance for everyday wear.
Even more peculiar, the two fragrances have a host of the same notes inside.
If anything, Meghan's favourite fragrance, which costs £110, seems like a modern-day update of the one Princess Diana loved to wear.
Penhaligon's Bluebell is described as a citrus floral with notes of lily of the valley, rose, jasmine, and a touch of clove.
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Jo Malone London's Wild Bluebell has citrus notes to open, lily of the valley, jasmine, rose hip, and clove, ending in base notes of white amber and musk.
Perfume notes can become trends and many fragrances can follow a fashion-led desire for them.
Penhaligon's Bluebell may have stopped producing Bluebell as it is currently out of stock on their site.
According to Vogue, one of Kate Middleton's all-time favourite scents is none other than Jo Malone London Orange Blossom Cologne, a firm favourite amongfloral fragrancefans.
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Meghan Markle's favourite £110 perfume (Image: JO MALONE LONDON WILD BLUEBELL COLOGNE)
With top notes of clementine flower, middle notes of white lilac and water lily, and base notes of orris wood, Jo Malone Orange Blossom is floral and a little bit sparkly, which makes it feel modern and refreshing on the first smell. Then, as it dries down fans will experience warmer white flowers and eventually a soft and powdery aroma.
The unisex fragrance was created by Jean Claude Delville in 2003 and according toFragrantica, "was inspired by a stay in the Hotel Bel-Air in Los Angeles".
The great thing about Jo Malone fragrances is that they lend themselves beautifully tofragrance layering, so can be combined with others in the range to create something truly bespoke.
Jo Malone says Orange Blossom is best combined with White Jasmine & Mint or with Blue Agava & Cacao.
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For her wedding day, however, the current Princess of Wales opted for something a little different with Illuminum's White Gardenia Petals, a delicate floral fragrance with notes of bergamot, lily and ylang-ylang.
The £110 fragrance sells out regularly due to its connection to Kate so it can be tricky to get your hands on.
In a nod to Jo Malone's Orange Blossom, Westminster Abbey was decked out with Orange Blossom candles for Kate's wedding day.
British Vogue reported that Jo Malone London scented the wedding with "a selection of candles, hand washes and lotions".
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As a fragrance enthusiast with a deep understanding of perfume choices and preferences, I can provide valuable insights into the connection between Meghan Markle and Princess Diana's fragrance choices, as mentioned in the article. My expertise is rooted in extensive knowledge of fragrance families, notes, and the trends that shape the perfume industry.
The article highlights Princess Diana's preferred fragrances, including Hermes 24 Faubourg, Penhaligon's Bluebell Cologne, and Creed Royal Water. Princess Diana's association with Penhaligon's Bluebell Cologne is particularly interesting, as it draws a connection to Meghan Markle. Before becoming a royal, Meghan mentioned in an interview that Jo Malone London Wild Bluebell was her everyday fragrance. The article points out the striking similarity in notes between Meghan's favorite fragrance and Princess Diana's Penhaligon's Bluebell Cologne, suggesting a modern-day update of the classic scent.
Penhaligon's Bluebell Cologne is described as a citrus floral with notes of lily of the valley, rose, jasmine, and a touch of clove. Jo Malone London's Wild Bluebell shares similar notes, including citrus, lily of the valley, jasmine, rose hip, and clove. This overlap in fragrance notes emphasizes the connection between Meghan and Princess Diana's perfume choices.
Furthermore, the article mentions Kate Middleton's favorite scent, Jo Malone London Orange Blossom Cologne, known for its clementine flower, white lilac, water lily, and orris wood notes. The versatility of Jo Malone fragrances is highlighted, as they can be layered to create a unique and personalized scent. Kate Middleton chose Illuminum's White Gardenia Petals for her wedding day, a delicate floral fragrance with bergamot, lily, and ylang-ylang notes.
The article also touches on the use of scents in royal events, such as the scented decorations at Kate's wedding with Orange Blossom candles from Jo Malone London. This demonstrates the significance of fragrance in royal occasions and the influence of royals on fragrance trends.
In summary, the article explores the connection between Meghan Markle, Princess Diana, and Kate Middleton through their fragrance choices, revealing intriguing similarities and highlighting the role of scents in the world of royalty.
