Category Archives: Citrus

Three Mangoes With A Twist – Review: Jo Loves Mango Nectar, A Shot Of Thai Lime Over Mango And A Shot Of Oud Over Mango

Posted on May 2, 2013 by

Do you like mangoes as much as I do? The taste of a ripe, juicy mango is among the best things ever for me. Sprinkled with a bit of pepper and a squirt of lime juice, a mango is a … Continue reading →

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Posted in Citrus, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Fruity, Gourmand, Jo Loves, Jo Malone, Vetiver, Woods | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | 49 Comments

Sadness Wrapped In Beauty – What My Spring Smells Like

Posted on April 19, 2013 by

This spring has only a few days on its back, but perfume-wise, I started a bit earlier. So for a few weeks now, I have been smelling of spring. Aside from my obvious choices (Hermès Vetiver Tonka, Hermès Rose Ikebana, … Continue reading →

Posted in Citrus, Cologne, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Fruity, Green, Hermès | Tagged , , , | 53 Comments

The Gentle Breezes Of Spring – Review: Parfums de Nicolai Week-end à Deauville

Posted on March 5, 2013 by

Parfums de Nicolai is a line that is so much under the radar it is really a shame. I blame the packaging, because once you get past that, the perfumes are exquisite and very well worth your time and attention. … Continue reading →

Posted in Chypre, Citrus, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Green, Parfums Nicolai | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 64 Comments

Pure Joy? – Review: Ann Gerard Perle de Mousse

Posted on October 18, 2012 by

I thought Cuir de Nacre would be my favorite in this new line of three exceptionally well made perfumes, but it turns out – as it so frequently does – that I was wrong. It has been a while that … Continue reading →

Posted in Ann Gerard, Chypre, Citrus, Floral, Fragrance Reviews | Tagged , , , , , , | 67 Comments

The Scent Of Innocence – Review: Jo Malone Blackberry And Bay Cologne

Posted on October 9, 2012 by

Am I a great Jo Malone fan? No. Honestly, while I always loved the visuals of the brand, I used to look down on the perfumes from my undeserved, little Perfumista pedestal as cute, but uninspired. My, how arrogant can … Continue reading →

Posted in Citrus, Cologne, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Fruity, Green, Jo Malone | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 50 Comments

Where Fairies Dwell – Review: Vero Profumo Mito

Posted on September 6, 2012 by

Vero Kern is a much admired woman in Perfumeland. Many of us not only revere her creations – Vero Profumo – but also the woman herself. She is inspiring and exudes a joy for living, a happiness, a positive energy … Continue reading →

Posted in Chypre, Citrus, Floral, Green, Vero Profumo | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 38 Comments

Intellectual Exercise With Pineapple – Review: Parfums MDCI Le Rivage des Syrtes

Posted on September 5, 2012 by

I fell in love with three perfumes (Péché Cardinal, Rose de Siwa, Chypre Palatin) of MDCI lately so financially speaking I’m very thankful I did not fall for Le Rivage des Syrtes, but it is a unique and very interesting … Continue reading →

Posted in Chypre, Citrus, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Fruity, Parfums MDCI | Tagged , , , , , , | 40 Comments

Live And Laugh – Review: Ys Uzac Monodie

Posted on August 21, 2012 by

Another niche house with a strange name. Maybe I’m getting tired, maybe I need another vacation, but I didn’t feel very motivated to get to know yet another new line. Enough already! was my feeling. But a dear friend brought … Continue reading →

Posted in Citrus, Cologne, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Fruity, Gourmand, Ys Uzac | Tagged , , , , , , , | 15 Comments

Hot Town, Summer in the City – The Candy Perfume Boy Summer Special at Perfume Lovers London

Posted on August 1, 2012 by

By Tara One of the very brightest and best new perfume blogs to pop-up in Perfumeland over the last year is The Candy Perfume Boy. With a mix of razor-sharp wit and insightful reviews, the posts are as entertaining as … Continue reading →

Posted in Annick Goutal, By Tara, Citrus, Cologne, Floral, Fruity, Jasmine, Orange Blossom, Puredistance, Thierry Mugler, Tuberose, Woods | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 34 Comments

A Trip To Spain – Ramon Monegal Mini-Reviews Part II

Posted on July 20, 2012 by

After a look at the first seven perfumes from the Spanish niche house of Ramón Monegal (see Part I), here are the seven more feminine leaning perfumes. Apart from being available at First in Fragrance, and through their own website … Continue reading →

Posted in Amber, Chypre, Citrus, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Fruity, Gourmand, Honey, Incense, Iris, Jasmine, Leather, Mimosa, Musk, Orange Blossom, Oriental, Patchouli, Ramon Monegal, Resins, Rose, Tuberose, Vanilla, Woods | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 27 Comments