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Catherine Middleton’s Flowery Wedding Day Perfume Sells Out

05/04/2011 at 02:30 PM ET

Kate Middleton Wedding Perfume
Paul Hackett/Getty; Inset: Courtesy Illuminum

As Catherine Middleton walked down the aisle in Westminster Abbey last Friday, she smelled like a vase of white flowers quivering in the breeze. Well, at least, her perfume did. The Duchess of Cambridge wore White Gardenia Petals, a scent by Illuminum, on her big day — and already, the fine fragrance is sold out worldwide. The perfume contains notes of coconut, muguet (a.k.a. lily of the valley), ylang ylang, amber wood and jasmine, and retails for $140 (Americans can pre-order at luckyscent.com). Michelle Obama is also a fan of the brand, started by hairdresser Michael Boadi, former stylist to stars like Naomi Campbell and Kate Moss. “I am both thrilled and honoured that [Kate] chose to wear White Gardenia Petals,” Boadi said in a statement, “as she embodies the fresh, British beauty that inspired its creation.” A rep for Illuminum tells PEOPLE that Kate chose White Gardenia Petals from a selection of fragrances, but why she went with this particular scent was a personal decision. Though that fragrance was just for her, the bride wanted her wedding guests to have a pleasant olfactory experience, as well. The Daily Mail reports that Kate stocked Abbey bathrooms with her favorite scented candles and toiletries from Jo Malone on Friday, giving guests whiffs of orange blossom, grapefruit, and lime, basil and mandarin. When asked for comment, the company played coy, simply stating, “Jo Malone is honoured to have been involved with the Royal Wedding.” –Reporting by Dimi Gaidatzi

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William on May 5th, 2011

No one said to buy it if you can’t afford it. This product is for those thatr can afford it and dont have to spend their grocery/gas money to get it. Keep your blah blah comments to yourself…(ex: karen) No need to display your hateful sides. Find somewhere else to express your ignorance.

TCE on May 5th, 2011

less than a pound per person in Britain goes to the monarchy per year. if i lived there i’d say sure, why not. spare change for the wedding of the century is a good deal.

Heather on May 5th, 2011

$375 for a single candle???!!!
What kind of example does that set for the current failing economies around the world.

Gossip: Kate Middleton will make her first trip ever to America in July « Clubulfemeilor's Blog on May 5th, 2011

[...] wore a perfume by Illuminum called White Gardenia Petals for the wedding. That perfume has now sold out worldwide. [...]

Catherine Middleton’s flowery wedding day perfume sells out – Absolute Truths on May 5th, 2011

[...] See the original article at PEOPLE.com. [...]

Sharon on May 5th, 2011

Why would I want her perfume? I have my own that I have worn for years and I smell AMAZING!

Canvas News Updates - Catherine Middleton’s flowery wedding day perfume sells out on May 5th, 2011

[...] See the original article at PEOPLE.com. [...]

Your Morning Fashion and Beauty Report: Victoria’s Secret model Rosie … « FUTFS.COM on May 6th, 2011

[...] Speaking of scents, a one ragged by Catherine Duchess of Cambridge (aka Kate Middleton) on her marriage day has already sole out worldwide. But those who wish to smell like a destiny black can preorder from a subsequent collection during luckyscent.com.  The fragrance, White Gardenia Petals by Illuminum, contains records of coconut, muguet (otherwise famous as lily of a valley), ylang ylang, amber timber and jasmine, and retails for $140. [People]  [...]

Your Morning Fashion and Beauty Report: Victoria’s Secret model Rosie Huntington-Whiteley tops Maxim’s 100 hottest … « FUTFS.COM on May 6th, 2011

[...] Speaking of scents, a one ragged by Catherine Duchess of Cambridge (aka Kate Middleton) on her marriage day has already sole out worldwide. But those who wish to smell like a destiny black can preorder from a subsequent collection during luckyscent.com.  The fragrance, White Gardenia Petals by Illuminum, contains records of coconut, muguet (otherwise famous as lily of a valley), ylang ylang, amber timber and jasmine, and retails for $140. [People]  [...]

Barthélemy ZOUAKA on May 9th, 2011

Hi,
As we can see, there where in the city of London a very smart marriage of our dream. We can change mariage! We so much love the queen! She is beautifful into this universal beauty.

God keep you!
As prince talk about poverty.
If he would like to send me some thing, please call me on +221 70 30 39 012 or +221 77 466 23 63.
We can celebrate this in Africa precisely into Dakar city , at the Meridian President Hostel as we are sharing the same green wish meridien.
We love in 2011!

we love 2011!

God bless our United Kingdom and never shut eyes on the United States of America that has mariage too.

we so much love the Queen of the century!
Best and well Regards!

Barthelemy ZOUAKA.

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