Category Archives: Fruity

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

Carrie, Springtime And I – Review: Jul Et Mad Stilettos On Lex

Posted on April 17, 2013 by

By Sandra When I first smelled Jul et Mad’s Stilettos on Lex I actually giggled. Strange reaction to have, but truth be told, it was a giggle of joy at having the opportunity to smell such a beautiful perfume and … Continue reading →

Posted in Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Fruity, Gourmand, Jul Et Mad, Patchouli, Rose, Vanilla, Violet | Tagged , , , , , , , | 35 Comments

The First Days Of Spring – Review: Olfactive Studio Flash Back

Posted on April 5, 2013 by

Olfactive Studio released a new – their fifth – perfume this spring and while I’m sure it works well year-round, it feels ideally suited for the season. Flash Back is paired with a photograph by Laurent Segretier. For the other … Continue reading →

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Perfume News – L’Artisan Parfumeur Brings Back Two Spring Favorites

Posted on February 8, 2013 by

L’Artisan Parfumeur’s spring limited edition releases are a much-anticipated event among perfume aficionados. This March, there will be two fragrances re-released from the brand archives, both much-loved and much-requested: Ananas Fizz and Côte d’Amour. Ananas Fizz – Eau de Toilette Ananas Fizz … Continue reading →

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Shalimar For Beginners – Review: Guerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial

Posted on November 28, 2012 by

By Tara If I was forced to vote for the greatest perfume of all time I may well plump for Shalimar. The only problem is that I hardly ever wear it. It just seems very “evening-y” to me and that … Continue reading →

Posted in Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Fruity, Gourmand, Guerlain, Iris, Oriental, Vanilla | Tagged , , , , , , | 36 Comments

The Heroine Of Summers Past – Review: Yosh Ginger Ciao

Posted on November 6, 2012 by

Yosh Han, Californian perfumer extraordinaire, says the name of this perfume, Ginger Ciao, is actually the name of the heroine of a novella she has written. Ginger Ciao, evocative of every overblown female lead somewhere between James Bond and Austin Powers, surely … Continue reading →

Posted in Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Fruity, Gourmand, Lily, Spicy, Woods, Ylang Ylang, Yosh | Tagged , , , , , , , | 41 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

My Favorite Colour – Review: Chanel Les Exclusifs Beige

Posted on October 4, 2012 by

My recent run-in with springy white florals in general and Chanel Gardénia in particular, brought my attention to another (off-)white floral in the Les Exclusifs line – Beige. Named after one of Coco Chanel’s (and my) favorite colors, Beige manages … Continue reading →

Posted in Chanel, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Fruity, Honey, Jasmine, Les Exclusifs de Chanel, Musk | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 33 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 →

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