I have been in love with Lisa Hoffman Beauty Tunisian Neroli Variation Collection since December of 2007, when I ran into the gorgeous entrepreneur and her then-new fragrance collection at Bergdorf Goodman.

Lisa explained to me how each concept features four pulse point oil variants of a single fragrance, developed to complement a woman’s fragrance desires throughout the day. No more sneezing at 7am because my first spritz of fragrance is too overpowering for my sensitive morning nose.

Here’s how the notes in Tunisian Neroli change throughout the collection:

• MORNING: Dewy traces of gardenia petals, citrus notes of blood orange and watery accords enlighten the fragrance for awakening moments.

• DAYTIME: This rich floral combines ylang ylang, orange nectar, golden amber and musk with Tunisian Neroli blossoms for a sensual aura of opulence.

• EVENING: An extra dose of the heady florals touched with vanilla and golden amber dry down into a romantic embrace.

• BEDTIME: The soft woods and deep musks take center stage in this tender composition.

During the month of October, in honor of breast cancer awareness, Lisa Hoffman Beauty announced that 100% of the proceeds from this fragrance collection will benefit the National Breast Cancer Coalition.

Tunisian Neroli 4-Vial Variation Collection is available online at LisaHoffmanBeauty.com for $95.

“Wearing perfume is such a unique way to create memories. Like songs, a scent can take you back and allow you to relive a moment in time.” — Taylor Swift

Next month, Taylor Swift’s first signature fragrance, Wonderstruck, will debut in prestige beauty counters nationwide. The name Wonderstruck comes from the song “Enchanted” on Taylor’s current album, Speak Now.

Wonderstruck is that awe-inspiring feeling that comes from experiencing something magical, especially the rush of an instant connection with someone. Taylor hopes to capture this feeling in her fragrance.

Created by Taylor with perfumer Olivier Gillotin of Givaudan, Wonderstruck is a gourmand floral; a charming and sparkling surprise of vibrant fruits, kissed by a bouquet of soft petals and a touch of sweet indulgence.

Top notes are: freesia, apple blossom and raspberry

Mid notes are: vanilla, honeysuckle and white hibiscus

Base notes are: golden amber, sandalwood, lush peach

Wonderstruck is available beginning October 2011 at department and specialty stores nationwide for $49.50-$59.50.

Hold on to your hats, my friends. Next week CHANEL will debut its preview of Les Jeans de Chanel, the highly-anticipated nail collection created exclusively by Peter Phillips, creative director of Chanel makeup, at Fashion’s Night Out events across the country and online at Chanel.com.

Always creating trends that others follow, Peter has developed a trio of blue lacquers, inspired by quintessence of casual chic: denim.  A gradation of three shades, the colors range from deep to medium to very pale blue, evocative of the different styles and shades of one of the world’s largest wardrobe staples.

The le vernis shades are:

• Blue Rebel
• Blue Boy
• Coco Blue

The Les Jeans de CHANEL collection will be sold exclusively at Chanel boutiques and online at Chanel.com beginning September 8th through the end of the month.

After a long, fun summer here in Kauai, the kids are finally back in school.

Bree is starting her third semester at the community college here in Kauai, Bailey just settled in as a freshman at a school in Utah and Janey is now a (sob!) FOURTH GRADER. Time flies when you’re having fun, I guess.

Our businesses here in Kauai are thriving and continue to demand most of my attention, but Makeup Bag is always on my mind. And I faithfully continue to test the latest and greatest products in the beauty world…

I hope your summer was fabulous, my friends!

Coming up this week on Makeup Bag: Fab fall fragrances, beauty oil that will make your skin SING, and my nail color picks for the upcoming season.