Vinci & Rakos
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HOLIDAY GIFT IDEAS 
 
Fragrances  *  Candles  *  Gift Boxes  
Body & Bath Care

                 

 
The Christmas and Holiday Seasons have arrived, and if you are like me, you don't have time to actually shop.  Therefore, let me help make your gift giving easier and less stressful.  In addition to the products and gifts on my website, I have put together some quick and easy Specials.  The seven Specials were designed to feature Fragrance, Body & Bath Care products, as well as Candles, Stocking Stuffers and Gifts.  Choose the fragrances of your choice from over 200 Vinci & Rakos Parfums.  

All of the Holiday Specials listed below have been linked to my Vinci & Rakos website, www.vinci-rakos.com.  However, please feel free to contact me by phone or email.  I would love to help with your special requests, make fragrance suggestions and answer any questions.   

Wishing you, your family and friends a wonderful Holiday Season filled with happiness and good health. 

Sincerely, Dolores 
  
               Cell Dolores:  760-898-9228
               Call Dolores:  760-674-3060
              Outside Calif:  800-545-4332
                Fax Dolores:  760-674-3070
                     www.vinci-rakos.com
                 dolores@vinci-rakos.com
                       
                
                       
        How to Tag Vinci & Rakos * Who Makes Sense?
on Instagram 

gold_ornaments.jpg Many of my clients have asked if they could tag Vinci & Rakos * Who Makes Sense? on Instagram.  It would be an honor if you would share your personal experiences.  Please take a picture while using the products or opening  your Holiday Gift and write a comment.  Here is the # tag:

 Instagram:  #vincirakos_whomakessense
 

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Vinci & Rakos Parfums  

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The Vinci & Rakos Parfums are full-bodied with no added alcohol or extenders. The Parfums have been arranged two easy-to-read ways, Alphabetically and by a combination of perceived Predominate Notes & Categories to help in the selection of a new scent. The Parfum categories and descriptions were based on years of working and listening to the comments, preferences and interpretations of the clients. The sense of smell is very subjective, so no one will ever describe an aroma the same way, agree which category would apply or which notes are in the blends.  Click Here
  
Parfums in Traditional Bottles
The Parfums are packaged in traditional glass bottles with screw on caps in smooth black or shiny gold. The Parfums are presented in soft, organza drawstring bags.  Click Here

1/4 fl oz $39.50    *    1/3 fl oz $49.50  
 1/2 fl oz $59.50

Parfums in Roll On Bottles
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The Roll On Parfums are packaged in two styles of glass bottles, crystal swirl with a gold metal cap or a smooth finish with a black cap. The Roll On Parfum you choose will be presented in soft, organza drawstring bags.  Click Here

                    1/3 fl oz $55.00

Parfums in Roll On Holiday Bottles
The much loved Roll On bottles with the beautiful and festive metal caps are returning for the Holidays. The caps are embedded with sparkly silver dots creating a vibrant "bling" look and texture.  The Roll On Parfum 1/3 fl oz bottles are packaged in two styles of glass bottles, Crystal Swirl and Smooth Finish.  Choose your favorite scent from over 200+ Parfums, bottle style and festival metal cap that suits your fancy: 
Midnight Black, Pretty in Pink or Sheer Silver.  1/3 fl oz $65.00
 
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HOLIDAY SPECIAL: 
With the purchase of a Holiday Roll On Parfum in the fragrance of your choice in the 1/3 fl oz size for $65.00, you will receive as my gift, a 1/8 fl oz in the matching scent and festive metal cap ($35.00 gift value).  Both bottles are presented in organza, drawstring bags and cello wraps.  Purchase price is $65.00 with a total value of $100.00.  (Your 1/8 fl oz Parfum Gift will automatically be added to your order.)   Click Here 
 
 
Parfums In Classic Stopper Bottles
The Parfums are packaged in the Vinci & Rakos Classic Stopper Bottle. The bottle is the original glass stopper bottle from Europe introduced at the Who Makes Sense? boutique in Los Angeles 25 years ago. The Classic Parfum bottle is presented in a soft, organza drawstring bag.   Click Here
                                 1/3 fl oz $65.00  
Parfums in Limited Edition Stopper Bottles

I love parfum bottles and have been collecting for years.  Many of my clients also collect so I am offering my Parfums in some of these Limited Edition bottles. Choose your favorite scent of straight parfum and the size bottle that you prefer, and I will work with you on the design you prefer. All of the Limited Edition glass stopper bottles are from Europe, and packaged in soft, organza drawstring bags decorated with clear, glass beads.  Click Here

 

 1/2 fl oz $85.00   *   1 fl oz $135.00

 

Colored Glass Stopper Bottles
The Limited Edition Parfum Set includes a beautiful and contemporary .10 oz Quartz Parfum Bottle filled with the fragrance of your choice.  The unique glass stopper and metal screw cap is available in three vibrant colors:  Forest Green, Ruby Red or Cobalt Blue.  The Set also includes a 1/2 fl oz bottle of Parfum, as well as a funnel for re-filling, and a drawstring pouch in a Gift box.  $125.00

NOTE:  Since this is a limited promotional offer, the Colored Glass Stopper bottles are not on my website.  Just send me a quick note on my Contact Page, and your interest, and I will contact you.  Click Here

Vinci & Rakos Solid Parfums
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Solid Parfums are parfums in a solid form instead of the more common liquid. Easy to carry, almost like an accessory in your purse or tote bag. The formula is lighter and less intense than a straight parfum so wearing it in the office is very acceptable.

The Solid Parfum formula is made of only high quality, natural food grade ingredients and is never grainy. Super easy to use by gently rubbing your fingers across the solid formula then smooth on your pulse points, inside the wrists, behind the knees, back of the neck, behind the ears, the cleavage area and anywhere else you fancy. The formula will leave your skin feeling silky smooth and beautifully scented in the fragrance of your choice. The Solid Parfum is presented in a soft, organza drawstring bag, perfect for carrying your favorite scent.    Click Here   1/2 oz $35.00
     

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Eau de Vinci Sprays
A rich and luxurious, long lasting formula of emollient oils, Vitamin E and parfum oils.  This unique, non-alcoholic blend is the perfect carrier for your favorite Vinci & Rakos Parfum.  After your bath or shower, spray liberally, then gently massage onto your skin.  Because of its richness, this special formula will take a few moments to dry to the touch.  Feel the smooth and protective "cushion" left on your skin and the fullness of your scent.  Packaged in a soft and lovely, organza drawstring bag.  A client favorite for 25 years.  Click Here
                           
                  2 1/2 fl oz $49.50   *   4 1/3 fl oz $79.50


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HOLIDAY SPECIAL:  With the purchase of a Eau de Vinci Spray in the fragrance of your choice in the 4 1/3 fl oz size for $79.50, you will receive a 1 fl oz in the same scent ($29.50 Gift Value).  Both bottles are presented in organza drawstring bags and cello wraps.  Purchase price is $79.50 with a total value of $109.00.  (Your 1 fl oz size Eau de Vinci Spray will automatically be added to your order.)     Click Here 
 
Dry Body Oil Spray  * Sheer Spray on Lotion
After Shave Spray on Balm  
Dry Body Oil - Red
Dry Body Oil Spray:  The perfect after bath or shower emollient for beautifully scented skin. This scentsational oilless oil contains Vitamin E, Beta Carotene and smoothing ingredients to help make the formula softening and beneficial. A very unique, non-alcoholic spray-on formula that dries quickly but leaves a wonderful, light cushion of protection on your skin. It has moisturizing benefits and allows your favorite scent to be pronounced and true. You will give up alcohol based colognes once you have experienced this sensual blend. A client favorite for 25 years.    Click Here 

Sheer Spray on Lotion: 
The exact formula for those who prefer a lotion over an oil type carrier for their scent. Sprays on a light mist of creamy white lotion that goes on slightly wet and cooling. Dries quickly with a smooth and scented finish on the skin. This non-alcoholic formula contains beneficial ingredients and extracts, such as Chamomile, Lavender, Lemon Balm, Aloe Vera, Algae, as well as Vitamin E and ProVitamin B5. Leaves your skin feeling fresh, conditioned and perfectly scented. Great for humid climates.   Click Here 

After Shave Spray on Balm:  The perfect way to end your shaving experience. Soothing Allantoin and the natural humectant of Glycerin plus sea and botanical extracts help to rejuvenate the skin. Spray into the palm of your hands, rub hands together, then gently pat onto your freshly shaven face.   If you desire, rub onto your neck and arms for up uplifting,  softening and scented experience. This non-alcoholic balm helps to soothe, soften and refresh irritated and shaven skin. It is lightly scented in the fragrance of your choice.
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   4.0 fl oz $39.50   *   7.5 fl oz $49.50   *   9.3 fl oz $59.50    
                           Largest Size:  16.3 fl oz $99.50  

 
 
HOLIDAY SPECIAL:  With the purchase of a Body Spray in the fragrance of your choice in the 16.3 fl oz size for $99.50, you will receive a 1/4 fl oz Parfum in the same scent ($39.50 Gift Value).  Purchase price is $99.50 with a total value of $139.00.  (Your 1/4 fl oz Parfum Gift will automatically  be added to your order.)    Click Here 
 
 
Luxurious  Body Cream * Creamy Body Butter
Luxurious Body & Massage Cream:
This highly emollient cream provides both glide and friction. It is an essential aid for effective body moisturizing and deep tissue massage. Contains anti- inflammatory botanical extracts of chamomile, lavender and lemon balm to help soothe the skin during application and treatment. Vitamin-rich cold pressed vegetable oils of avocado oil, safflower oil and glycerin allow for soft moisturizing and deep penetration.   Use daily for soothed, moisturized and scented skin.    Click Here 

Creamy Body & Massage Butter:   This exceptionally rich and thick cream was created with vegetable butters of mango, shea and cocoa, beneficial oils of avocado, sesame, sweet almond, grape seed and botanical extracts of chamomile, lavender and lemon balm. Mango butter helps restore elasticity, as well as lends protection against the sun. With continued use, your skin will look and feel perceptibly smoother, with improved texture and moisture-balance. Leaves your skin nourished and silky smooth. Available in the hardy scent of your choice that will mix well with the natural aroma of the vegetables in the blend.  Click Here 
 
                        9 oz $49.50   *   16.5 oz $79.50

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HOLIDAY SPECIAL:  Just in time for the Holidays, the Body Cream and Body Butter are available in beautiful limited-edition amber glass jars.  With the purchase of a Creamy Body Butter or a Luxurious Body Cream in the fragrance of your choice for $49.50 in the 9 oz size, you will receive a 1.9 oz size in the same scent ($19.50 Gift Value).  Purchase price is $49.50 with a total value of $69.00.  (Your Gift will automatically  be added to your order.)  


*Luxurious Body & Massage Cream:   Click Here 
*Creamy Body & Massage Butter:   Click Here 
 
  Body & Bath Care Duo
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With your purchase of a Body & Bath Care Duo for $79.00, in the scent of your choice, you will receive a black metal Duo Stand as your gift.  The stand is perfect for holding and displaying two 8.4 fl oz sizes of Bath & Shower Gelee and Body & Massage Lotion.  In addition, you will also receive an extra-large Ayate Exfoliating Buffing Cloth as your second gift.

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HOLIDAY SPECIAL:  With the purchase of a Body & Bath Care Duo in the fragrance of your choice for $79.50, you will receive a Duo Stand and an extra- large Ayate Exfoliating Buffing Cloth 17"x18"as your free gifts ($27.90 Gift Value).  Purchase price is $79.50 with a total value of $107.40.  (Your gifts of the Stand and Cloth will automatically be added to your order.)  Click Here 
 

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Earth & Radiance Scented Candles
The Vinci & Rakos Scented Candles were created to harness the remarkable properties of an all-natural coconut wax at a remarkably high fragrance saturation to create the ideal candle formula.  Coconut wax not only provides the cleanest burn available, it is a sustainable wax resource that is more ecological than soy.  Also showcased is a new organic, smokeless Wooden Eco Wick that doesn't require trimming and releases the fragrance very effectively.   
 
The candles are hand poured into beautiful 8 oz black glass containers, packaged in sturdy two piece black matte boxes.  The boxes are surrounded with cello wrap and beautiful ribbons and the addition of a gift card makes this presentation just perfect for gift-giving.   The Scented Candles are offered in the two most loved fragrances in the Vinci & Rakos line - warm and sensual Earth - and fresh and floral Radiance $49.50 each. 
 
HOLIDAY SPECIAL:  With your purchase of an Earth or Radiance Scented Candle for $49.50, you will receive three (3) Parfum Samples in the fragrance of the candle you choose ($19.50 Gift Value).  Purchase price is $49.50 with a total value of $69.00.  (Your Parfum Sample gifts will automatically  be added to your order.)  Click Here   
Earth & Radiance Scented Pillar Candles
Vinci & Rakos Scented Pillar Candles are long burning with high fragrance saturation in warm & sensual Earth and fresh & floral Radiance.  The Pillar design has a marbled look with Earth in a warm and natural color and Radiance in a cool grey color.  The Pillars have been hand crafted in the USA created with food grade certified wax and all-natural lead-free cotton wicks. 

         3"x3" $19.50           Votives $5.50            3"x6" $39.50
The Pillar Candles & Votives will arrive in star cello bags with beautiful ribbons and a Product Information Card.  If purchasing as a gift, a gift card for your use will be included.  The Pillar Candles are available in three sizes:  3"x3", 3"x6", 2" Votives and Votive Gift Boxes.  Click Here

       
         Star Votive Gift Box           Heart Votive Gift Box
The Scented Pillar Votives are available separately for $5.50 each and are also presented in take-out style Gift Boxes, perfect for gift giving or as a hostess gift.  Four votives in the warm & sensual scent of Earth or the fresh & floral scent of Radiance.  Choose the scent of Earth or Radiance in either the Star or Heart design take-out boxes. $25.00  Click Here 

Gift Box Suggestions for the Holidays
Her Pampering Gift
The Vinci & Rakos Gift Boxes are elegantly wrapped with beautiful, natural crafted raffia, silk flowers and adorned with a personal gift card.  The inside of the Gift Boxes contain natural straw that lovingly surrounds your gift, accented with crushed , natural flowers.  You can choose from a variety of pre-designed gifts.  Click Here


Or,  a very Personalized Gift Box can be created for that special person. Just let me know your fragrance choice and your gift budget, and I will do the rest.  Please note that there are many beautiful and reusable Gift Box styles to satisfy your special person or yourself.  Contact Dolores and let me know your wishes. 


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Vinci & Rakos Fragrances for the Holidays
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Ring in the Holidays with fragrances that feature sparkling champagnes, festive sugars, creamy vanillas, soft ambers, delicious candies, tasty coconuts, and, of course, the warm and sensual scent of Earth and the tranquil aroma of Cashmere.  Choose your favorite fragrance from over 200 Vinci & Rakos Parfums.  Or, choose from the following Parfums that are client favorites for the Holidays.   
                   
Cashmere:  Cashmere is a comforting and tranquil aroma made with a blend of sensual sandalwood and sweet mandarin essential oils.  Soft citrus combines with warm woodsy notes to offer an aroma reminiscent of a true love.  Cashmere sweater?  Why not envelop your entire body in "cashmere" from head to toe! 
 
Champagne:  Champagne has always been considered the drink of the gods and the wine that  sparkles, so why not wear such a wonderful gift to the senses?  A silky smooth and creamy texture and just the right amount of sweetness and fruity-floral flavors create the perfect sparkling blend, rich and full bodied.  See which notes bubble up and pour out of this effervescent and lively blend.  Fabulous to wear alone or to spray over or under heavier fragrances to add brightness and life. 

Chocolate Cream:  Warm, rich and roasted with brightness, it has almost a nutty flavor with a hint of mocha and cream.  When worn alone creates a feeling of creamy, soft chocolate smoothness without any of the sweetness.  Great to add to other scents to warm up the blend.   

Chocolate Truffles:  The perfect combination of a rich, warm, chocolate ganache center coated with cocoa powder notes, highlighted with buttery cream and a hint of coconut to add some brightness.  Roasted almonds and assorted berries are blended to add just the right amount of sweetness.  The aroma will captivate your senses and make you think of opening up a heart box of chocolates.  
  
CocoBerries: A luscious mix of mouthwatering mixed berries blended together with coconut to create the most berrilicious scent, very fresh, fruity and sweet!   

Earth:  A warm and sensual combination of white musk and earthly delights with a hint of floral accents.  It is warm and sensual but at the same time devastatingly fresh and clean smelling.  Both men and women find Earth arousingly exciting.  One musky whiff will have you coming back for more.  The scent of Earth allows everyone's personality and body chemistry to come through creating a more individual and unique fragrance experience.  Earth has been the signature scent of Vinci & Rakos * Who Makes Sense? for almost 25  
years. 

French Vanilla:  The original vanilla in the Vinci & Rakos line of fragrances created with thoughts of sweet syrup.  A luscious combination of caramel and vanilla with haunting depth and richness, and very French.  Makes you think of entering a European candy shop and forgetting your diet.  Loved by men and women for 25 years. 

Honey & Almond:  The classic combination of honey and almonds.  The perfect blend of sweetness and warmth, sweet almonds and golden honey.  Starts with a burst of tasty almonds but settles down to the peaceful scent of soothing honey. 
 
Pink Sugar:  An adult's version of a child's fantasy.  This whimsical scent is full of soft sweetness of sugar candies, cotton candy, delicious red berries, summer fruits and a touch of citrus.  Combined with warm vanilla, powdery musky notes and perhaps a touch of caramel to create a very sensual but playful scent.   
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Roasted Almond: A creamy blend that
reminds you of pure, sweet honey dripping over warm roasted almonds.  The smell is intoxicating.  If you love Toasted Coconut, you are going to love Toasted Almond.  Reminds you of the scent of a fresh and warm Almond Croissant when you tear it apart, deliciously sweet and tasty.
 
Royal Almond:  Not as sweet as Just Almond, more of an Almond paste scent used in cooking, sweet but on the slightly bitter side with warmth.  Great for mixing with other scents without adding too much sweetness.  A client favorite for almost 25 years.  

Sheer & Warm Vanilla Sugar:  A warm combination of sugar notes blended with Sheer Vanilla creating a powdery, soft and slightly sweet experience.  Can also be used as an "additive" to make other fragrances sparkle and lighten up.  Another basic necessity for your fragrance wardrobe. A client 
favorite.   
 
Sheer Vanilla & Amber: 
A warm, earthy and animalistic powdery combination created by blending together Sheer Vanilla and Amber notes.  Great to be worn alone or can be used as a base for other fragrances to create depth and intensity.  
 
Sheer Vanilla & Patchouli :  A classic blend of Sheer Vanilla with a dark, al most brooding patchouli creating lots of depth and richness, definitely smoky in its approach.  A must for everyone who loves patchouli and wants just a sweet touch of vanilla.  

Spicy Bouquet:  Extra rich blend of warm spices with fruity touches of orange and herbs.  Very uplifting and comforting.  Great when mixed with notes of peach, patchouli and vanilla. 

Strawberries & Champagne: The scent of fresh strawberries has been added to the silk smooth and creamy texture of Champagne.  Just the right amount of fruity sweetness with almost a hint of honey and almond to create the perfect sparkling blend.  Fabulous to wear alone or over or under heavier,
more intense fragrances to add sweet sparkle and life.
 
Sweet & Sexy: Very unique in its approach, a combination of sweet and sexy with a twist of fresh floral notes of gardenia, freesia, tuberose, jasmine, Chamomild and lily mixed with delicious fruity notes of pear, vanilla, apricot and mandarin.  The warm dry down of sandalwood and incense with a touch of cinnamon makes this blend a truly refreshing but sensual experience.  Mary J. Blige type
 
Toasted Coconut:   A very unique, creamy blend without too much of a coconut feeling, warm and slightly toasted.  To quote my client, Tanya, "I cannot be more pleased.  It's coconut, but not really.  The most unique coconut I have tried.  I have to have more!!!"   In time, it will remind you of the delicious toasted scent on the top of a Creme Brulee.  A must have for your fragrance wardrobe.    

Triumph:  An exciting floral ambery bouquet.  A very sophisticated blend just perfect for the office suite or an early dinner party.  Starts off with a fruity blend of plum and pineapple and turns into an exotic floral with notes of tuberose, ylang-ylang, jasmine, rose and carnation.  The base notes make it a beautiful and sweet powdery blend.  Tiffany type.
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Warm Vanilla Berries: 
Warm Berries is loaded with vanilla mixed with blackberry and raspberry notes, deliciously sweet and comforting.  It will remind you of your grandmother's kitchen while she is baking your favorite berry pie.  Bath &  Body Works type.   
 
Vinci & Rakos Parfum Sample Program
Parfum Sample Website
 
A great way to experience over 200 beautiful Vinci & Rakos Parfums. Each sample is a full-bodied, undiluted Parfum with no added alcohol or extenders. $25.00 for seven (7) Parfums of your choice, packaged in a drawstring organza bag. The Parfums are presented on individual vial cards so you can record your comments and keep track of your personal preferences. Size of vial is a 1/6 dram with plug top and tiny dip wand.   Click Here
 

     
Purchase price $25.00 * Original Price $45.00 
            Savings $20.00 per set
 
The Parfums have been arranged in two ways to help in the selection of a new scent: Alphabetically and By Predominate Notes & Categories. The Parfum categories and descriptions were based on years of working and listening to the comments, preferences and interpretations of my clients. The sense of smell is very subjective, so no one will ever describe an aroma the same way, agree which category would apply or which notes are in a blend. The descriptions were written with these ideas and thoughts in mind, so many of the Parfums are listed in more than one category, and reflect the views of the clients. If pertinent, a reference to a fragrance type on the market is indicated. 

The Vinci & Rakos Parfum Sample Program was created so clients can experience the Parfum blends before purchasing the full retail sizes. Once chosen, your scent can be purchased as a Parfum or your scent can be extended into any of the fragrance or product formulas. The Vinci & Rakos Parfums are described in the following Predominate Notes & Categories:  

Parfums Red
*Almond, Champagne, Chocolate, Honey,Sugar
*Amber, Oriental, Spicy
*Citrus, Oriental, Green, Lavender
*Coconut
*Earthy, Leather, Patchouli, Woody
*Fruity/Floral Combinations & Fruits
*Vanilla
 
HOLIDAY PARFUM SAMPLE IDEAS: 
These ideas will be the perfect way to help liven up your family and friends visits during the Holidays and Christmas.   
 
--Let your favorite person experience 7 Parfums in the scents of your choosing.    
--Put one Parfum sample in each family member's stocking. 
--Tie a Parfum Sample on their Holiday gift. 
--Have each of your guests randomly pick one Parfum out of the drawstring bag, and
   then they can trade with each other until they find their favorite scent.  
  
The Vinci & Rakos Parfum descriptions are available in two versions.  Click below for the files.  Note that you can enlarge the Parfum Lists on your computer settings: 

 



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 How to Place Your Order 

 

  

    

Please note that if you order one of the Holiday Specials on line, your free gift will automatically be included in your order.  If you did not order a Special but another product or gift item, you will receive a Parfum gift based on the size of your order. 

You can place your order on line, or, if you prefer, call, email or fax me.  I would love to hear from you and help you choose a new scent, or a gift for a special person.

            .............. Happy Holidays, Dolores

 

www.vinci-rakos.com  

www.whomakessense.com  

 


     --Cell Dolores:  760-898-9228  
     --Call Dolores:  760-674-3060  
   --Fax Dolores:  760-674-3070 
       --Outside Calif:  1-800-545-4332
              --Email:   dolores@vinci-rakos.com
       
 
Offer expires on December 31, 2016 and is not valid with any other specials.  Prices exclude shipping, handling or taxes.  Substitutions might be necessary due to availability of fragrances/items/packaging and colors. 
  

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