Monthly Archives: May 2011

Last Week In Perfume Land – Weekend Link Love

Posted on May 22, 2011 by Olfactoria

We went to a wedding yesterday. It probably was one of the last we will go to (at least in our generation) since most of our friends are married already. When exactly did this happen? We’ve just come out of … Continue reading →

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Waxing Poetic – Review: Eau d’Italie Jardin Du Poète

Posted on May 21, 2011 by Olfactoria

It is no secret how I feel about Bertrand Duchaufour. He created my favorite perfume ever, quite a feat considering the size of my collection (and no, I am not getting tired mentioning it any time soon, Frapin 1697, there you are.) So when … Continue reading →

Posted in Citrus, Eau d'Italie, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Green, Woods | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 17 Comments

Darkness – Review: Histoires de Parfums 1740 Marquis de Sade

Posted on May 20, 2011 by Olfactoria

Everybody who reads this blog now and then probably knows by now that I am a bit (okay, a lot) infatuated with Frapin 1697. This perfume features davana, a herb that is not often used in perfumes, but when I find it, … Continue reading →

Posted in Amber, Fragrance Reviews, Histoires de Parfums, Leather, Musk | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 39 Comments

What’s Up With The Perfume Embargo? – Status Report On The No-Buy

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Olfactoria

Almost three months ago I wrote a post about how I planned to change my perfume acquiring habits. Today is my birthday, a notable exception to the new frugality I imposed on myself. Time to take a look back and … Continue reading →

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Perfume For A Rainy Day – Review: Parfum D’Empire Osmanthus Interdite

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Olfactoria

I became interested in the Parfum d’Empire line after getting to know Ambre Russe and after Ines commented that it was one of her favorite perfume houses. Research in my sample box turned up a forgotten sample of Osmanthus Interdite, I … Continue reading →

Posted in Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Fruity, Musk, Parfum d'Empire | Tagged , , , , , | 35 Comments

Something Smells Funny Here – Perfume Mini-Reviews Part 2

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Olfactoria

Since the first part of this kind of post had such a positive feedback, here is another installment. Six small non-reviews of things that did not make the cut, for various reasons… Perles de Lalique: is a spicy rose that completely … Continue reading →

Posted in Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Gourmand, Green, Spicy, Woods | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 32 Comments

Breakfast And Dessert: Review: Parfumerie Générale Tonkamande And Praliné De Santal

Posted on May 17, 2011 by Olfactoria

Pierre Guillaume, handsome creator (he probably hates having his looks commented on everywhere and every time, but, come on, he is exceptionally beautiful, and I say that from a purely aesthetic standpoint ;), also he is not exactly trying to keep … Continue reading →

Posted in Aldehydic, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Parfumerie Generale, Woods | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 45 Comments

Angel Heath – Review: Lostmarc’h Lann-Ael

Posted on May 16, 2011 by Olfactoria

Lann-Ael (Breton for Angel heath) by niche brand Lostmarc’h has been a part of my collection for a long time. An unused part though. I bought a bottle (unsniffed!) when Katie Puckrick recommended it to me in a comment, and who … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – What Would You Do Differently In The Perfume Industry?

Posted on May 16, 2011 by Olfactoria

Imagine you get to be creative director of a perfume brand of your choice – which one would it be? How would you overhaul this brand? What would you do differently? In which direction would you go? What are your … Continue reading →

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Last Week In Perfume Land – Weekend Link Love

Posted on May 15, 2011 by Olfactoria

I am alone this weekend, my husband has flown to London, the lucky guy. I would rejoice in the fact of a weekend alone, but as we know I am never alone… The kids and I will go to the … Continue reading →

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