Katy Perry Killer Queen Eau De Parfum

It's not often that I'm taken in by advertising and end up buying a product solely based on it's marketing campaign, and I'm really unsure why I have been this time! But safe to say as soon as I saw the adverts and heard about Katy Perry's new fragrance, Killer Queen, I bought it!

Killer Queen is one of my most favourite Queen songs and I love that she's named her fragrance after it! I am a massive KP fan (although I don't like her music) and I don't mind lining her pockets by purchasing her perfume, unlike a lot of other celebrities that have released fragrances.

I bought Killer Queen from The Perfume Shop and it was £28.99 for 50ml (HERE) which I think is a complete bargain - my usual fragrances cost way more than this. I also got a free velvet bag with my purchase (which I don't want so if you would like it leave me a comment and I'll be in touch!)

First impressions of the bottle - I LOVE it! It's such a unique, pretty design I was bowled over by the quality even though it's quite a cheap perfume! I love that the 'queen' theme has been taken right through to the bottle, as this is inspired by a queen's sceptre. It looks stunning laying on its side on my dressing table.

As for the fragrance itself, it's a very strong and powerful scent which is the complete opposite of what I usually go for. The top notes are wild berry, dark plum and bergamot and I have to say it's a delicious scent. It's a very spicy, strong statement perfume that is ideal for autumn and winter as opposed to lighter floral scents that are more suited to the summer months. 

Clearly I am in love with this fragrance, and what really sealed the deal for me is its staying power - unlike the majority of other scents I've used this sticks around and does not budge for the whole day! Admittedly it does fade a little after the first 2-3 hours but hand on heart even when I've worked a 9 hour day at work I still catch the scent which for the price is frankly outstanding.

Overall I would definitely recommend giving this a sniff when you're next in the perfume section of Boots or near a perfume shop. I think it's a bit of a Marmite fragrance because lots of people I've spoken to have really disliked it but I absolutely adore it and can't imagine wearing anything else this winter! And throw in the stunning bottle, incredibly staying power and bargain price tag and you have the best perfume I've come across in a very long time.

You can buy Katy Perry Killer Queen from The Perfume Shop for £28.99 (50ml) with free delivery HERE.

xx

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Empties #1

Happy Wednesday everyone! I have a new kind of post for you today - I've never done an empties post before, but new(ish) year means new ideas for Bee's Knees! Here are the products I've used up recently.

I finished up my Biore Pore Unclogging Scrub which I don't think I will be repurchasing. You can read my review of it HERE. I only bought it originally because it was on offer. Although it does give my skin a lovely tingly feeling I have moved back to a Good Things scrub which I prefer.

This Colonial Home candle was mentioned in December's post on Christmas Candles on the Cheap. I've been burning this at least once a week for two years and it's only just finished - incredible value! My boyfriend bought me a set of two Yankee candles for Christmas so I will be using those up before repurchasing from this brand.

My Soap & Glory Feel Good Factor moisturiser will definitely be repurchased. I posted a review of it HERE - it's perfect for wearing under make up and sinks into the skin beautifully. I'm trying to use up a Liz Earle sample I have but then I'll be going back to S&G.

I can't believe I never posted about Marc Jacobs Daisy Eau So Fresh. I love this perfume, it's fun, floral and a lighter version than Daisy. I would repurchase this in a heartbeat but I became a little bored of it and my Mum bought me Dot for my birthday instead.

I've had this S&G Butter Up body smoothing cream for ages - I think I got it for Christmas in a set a while back but I've only just used it up! Not an amazing, ground-shaking body moisturiser but it smelt nice and did the job. I wouldn't repurchase (& I think this has been discontinued anyway) - I have a million and one body moisturisers to get through!

Finally, an honourable mention to this Nivea 'Invisible' deoderant, which is amazing. It really is invisible & doesn't mark white or black clothes. I have already repurchased this and would recommend it to anyone.

xx

ps. If you haven't entered my giveaway yet, you can do so HERE

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