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Post by mistermister on Dec 12, 2013 13:31:41 GMT -5
So my first two orders have just arrived and I am super excited. When I first opened my orders I noticed quite a few of the lids from the scent shots fell off during shipping. A little annoying because those scent shots all smell the same and are even the same color which isn't that big of a deal. I had ordered 3 of the 3ss packs in 3 different scents, I only received 1 of each. So I called in and spoke to Victoria herself, I was a bit shocked lol. She fixed the issue immediately, although I didn't bring up the fact I couldn't figure out which scent was which. I do have a third order due for delivery today. Here is my order review on what I do have.
9. Oz country jar in love spell. I love this scent, it's amazingly sweet and does smell exactly like the original.
Scent shots: Champagne Pomegranate, smells more like the plastic bag of gummy bears. It is very fruity smelling but, a bit to sweet for me. Not a repurchase for me.
Dark kiss: ★★★★★ I love this scent. It's a complicated scent earthy, yet floral but I definitely pick up the slightest patchouli in it. This is definitely a scent I will buy in large candles, sss, and melts.
Bound to you: Is a deep floral. Very nice and fresh this is something I can't quite describe, but I like it.
Wintery Candy Apple: Is amazing, I loved the original but it was only available in bath and body. When I seen it offered in wax on cbv site I was happy. I was hoping for more of that sweet candy that candy apples are dipped into, but I really pick up on the apple and maybe some orange zest, or Mandarin.
You and I: ★★★★★ Amazing, I love the richness in floral and earthiness this scent offers. It's another one I can't describe.
Put a ring on it: I definitely smell the sweetest hint of Chocolate in this and also a green note I can't put my finger on it, but it reminds me of Chocolate covered strawberries and cherries. I actually really like this one. Unfortunately for me Fantasy(type), sexy in stilettos, and flower bomb all look and smell exactly the same and I'm disappointed.
Freebies: Strawberry Jam It definitely is just that strawberry jam, it's not like an artificial strawberry scent. It smells like the real thing. I might melt it, but I'm not big on strawberry scents.
And flower bomb.
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Post by shayp on Dec 12, 2013 21:18:22 GMT -5
Ok I really have to get Dark Kiss.. Sorry about the ss lids but glad victoria is fixing it. She is great. Thanks for the review. Now adding a few of those to my next order.
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Post by mistermister on Dec 12, 2013 23:36:36 GMT -5
Yes Shay, dark kiss is a must. It's not a heavy feminine scent, it honestly smells like lol I can't believe I'm going to say this, but it smells like two lovers sharing a deep passionate kiss it has a twist of masculinity to it. So you can most definitely smell the feminine fragrance perfectly balanced by his masculinity with a patchouli incense going, but its not to strong. That's what pops into my head when I smell the scent shot lol. I know I must let them cure but im just so excited to pop this into my warmer. It's probably my favorite scent out of all of the tarts/candles I've ever tried. I'm going to place an order right now for this scent in many forms.
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Post by queentakesjack on Dec 13, 2013 6:16:27 GMT -5
I'm so glad that you like a lot of your products! I have heard a lot about Dark Kiss, I know Lisa is a big fan of it, but I haven't gotten around to trying it yet. Now I'm even more intrigued by it. It is a shame about the lids popping off though. Maybe once they cure even more you will be able to pick out which is which.
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Post by disalan on Dec 13, 2013 17:03:39 GMT -5
Oh yes like Cayla said I love Dark Kiss! Mistermister your description of Dark Kiss is pretty accurate especially according to my husband who love this scent more than I do! I'm sorry about your lids coming off. I have all 3 of those scents and they don't smell the to me but then again I knew what I was smelling because my lids were intact. Victoria is really amazing about taking care of her customers Sexy In Stilettos is another huge favorite of mine and I just love it in bath and body. It actually has some Love Spell in it. I agree with you Love Spell is a dead on dupe! I have it in a candle. I've been pretty interested in Strawberry Jam but I'm not sure it is on my wish list. Is it overly sweet?
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Post by mistermister on Dec 13, 2013 18:38:15 GMT -5
Strawberry jam is a weird scent I'm definitely going to melt it. You can definitely smell the sweet part of the jam, however the strawberry half is very tart. It does smell exactly like strawberry jam. I smelled it again today and everything is starting to blend together and I actually like it today. So I definitely think you should try it and maybe mix it with a cake scent or even fudge brownie.
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Post by shayp on Dec 13, 2013 20:12:16 GMT -5
Lol wow, so I just put dark kiss up to number one on my next to order list.
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Post by mistermister on Dec 14, 2013 1:07:16 GMT -5
My third order came in today and I'm very happy with this order. I am addicted to cbv now lol. This order was all scent shots and one tart warmer.
Scent shots: Pumpkin Pecan Waffles Christmas In Who-Ville Blue Sugar Cotton Candy Barefoot In Blue Jeans Bella Swan Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Ok, so here is my options on these scents.
Pumpkin Pecan Waffles: Not a fan at all. I thought it would have a stronger maple syrup, and pumpkin scent, instead I just get cinnamon roasted nuts like those nut roasting kiosks in the mall or county fairs. It has a very synthetic smell to it.
Christmas In Who-Ville: ★★★★ Nice peppermint vanilla scent. Has a calmingeeffect I'm sure this will be a good scent during this cold, and snowy time of year, and probably good for stuffy noses.
Blue Sugar Cotton Candy: ★★★★★ Wow, this scent is amazing. I don't know how a cologne + cotton candy scent would work together, but Victoria sure made a great scent. I'm buying this in a 24 oz candle, sss,and wax cubes.
Barefoot In Blue Jeans: ★★★★★ I like this scent so much you can definitely smell the blue sugar cotton candy in it, but I do get the citrus note and it's perfectly balanced with sexy in stilettos. This is a must have in any scent shot stash.
Bella Swan: ★★★★★ I absolutely love this scent. It reminds me of when I would go hiking in the woods, where you could smell the generously scented, flowers, moss, plants, then stumbling across a patch of wild sweet purple grapes. The moss and plants might be my imagination, but I definitely pick up hints of those scents.
Oatmeal Raisin Cookies: ★★★★★ This is the most amazingly authentic bakery scent I have ever smelled. It definitely does smell exactly like your baking oatmeal raisin cookies. I get a strong cinnamon and light touches of butter. It isn't to sweet I think it's going to be the start of my introduction to cbv bakery scents.
This is a small order but I'm more than satisfied with this order. I do have a few scents so far that I am holding onto in case I run into a round Robin.
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Post by heyluv on Dec 14, 2013 4:39:26 GMT -5
So glad you liked Blue Sugar Cotton Candy. I have a scent shot and a half, plus a mini candle in it. Next, I want to try the lotion.
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Post by queentakesjack on Dec 14, 2013 11:27:38 GMT -5
Glad you are now addicted as well! You're officially one of us now lol.
Oatmeal Raisin Cookies and Bella Swan are amazing! I especially like your description of what Bella Swan smells like. Hopefully Pumpkin Pecan Waffles will cure more and smell better in time.
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Post by mistermister on Dec 14, 2013 15:34:17 GMT -5
Bella Swan, Dark kiss, and Sexy in stilettos are in my top fragrances. I placed a 4th order yesterday. Hands down CBV is the very best candle company ever. I will remain a loyal customer. I am burning up all my other candles and tarts so I know my cbv will cure for at least a month or two. I have 300 tarts, and 160 large jar candles. I might give some of those away, and hoard my cbv stash all for myself lol.
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Post by shayp on Dec 19, 2013 23:20:12 GMT -5
I keep adjusting my next order according to your reviews lol.
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Post by mistermister on Dec 20, 2013 2:19:42 GMT -5
Lol shayp, I just melted a 1/4 of dark kiss and it is amazing I just couldn't wait any longer to throw it in my tart warmer lol. I should be receiving my final order of the year Saturday. I ordered all scent shots which was only 12 I believe, these are the scents I ordered.
Light Blue For Men- I love this cologne. Banana Nut Bread Chocolate Chip Cookies Fudge Brownies Sexy In Stilettos Cleopatras Closet Magnolia Blossom Cinnabon Vanilla After Dark Cafe' Au Lait Baked Apple Strudel Abercrombie And Fitch Fierce
I am trying to get into the sweet bakery scents because I love the Oatmeal Raisin Cookies from cbv it smells so authentic and I'm giving hers a shot, I hear her bakery scents are to die for. I will definitely be doing a more in depth review on this order when I receive it.
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Post by mistermister on Dec 20, 2013 2:22:50 GMT -5
I wish she had an Issey Miyake candle scent. It's my absolute favorite cologne I would seriously buy like 10 of those candles lol.
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Post by heyluv on Dec 20, 2013 4:46:29 GMT -5
Cleopatra's Closet is a good one. This is coming from someone who is not a big fan of florals. I have Chocolate Chips Cookies in a mini candle. I'm not crazy about it, but I refuse to give up on it. So I'm letting it cure a little longer before I burn it again.
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