Monthly Archives: October 2011

New York, New York – Review: Le Labo Tubereuse 40

Posted on October 21, 2011 by Olfactoria

Tubereuse 40 is named, like all their other offerings, in the (slightly annoying) Le Labo fashion, the ingredient with the highest concentration gives the name, and the number of ingredients in the formula is added behind. It most cases that … Continue reading →

Posted in Citrus, Cologne, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Le Labo, Orange Blossom, Tuberose | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 27 Comments

My Favorite Things – The Fall Issue

Posted on October 20, 2011 by Olfactoria

Hotly anticipated (by at least one reader – Hey there, S! Maybe it is time to de-lurk? 🙂 ) here come my Favorite Things for the fall season! Perfume: The hardest category of course, because there are so many contenders. … Continue reading →

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Tokyo, Japan – Review: Le Labo Gaiac 10

Posted on October 19, 2011 by Olfactoria

If somebody told me what I am smelling on me right now, was a Jean-Claude Ellena creation, I would not doubt it for one minute. Le Labo’s city exclusive for Tokyo, available throughout the month of November at Luckyscent and … Continue reading →

Posted in Fragrance Reviews, Incense, Le Labo, Woods | Tagged , , , , , , | 28 Comments

Dallas, Texas – Review: Le Labo Aldehyde 44

Posted on October 18, 2011 by Olfactoria

Dallas, Texas. What was previously and primarily known to me as the home town of J.R. Ewing and his posse, is now the city that is famed (in Perfumista circles at least) for being home to Aldehyde 44, not living on … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – How Do You Feel About Decants?

Posted on October 17, 2011 by Olfactoria

By Tara Do you think decants are the sensible and economical way to own a lot of different perfumes? Do you own many more decants than full bottles? How do you decide whether to buy a decant and not a … Continue reading →

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Last Week In Perfume Land – Weekend Link Love

Posted on October 16, 2011 by Olfactoria

The past week I made some very nice discoveries in my sample box. I am rather chuffed at the fact that I have now a very comprehensive collection. When I need something, chances are not bad it is in there … Continue reading →

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More Than One White Gardenia Petal? – A Correction

Posted on October 15, 2011 by Olfactoria

I felt the need (for quite some time now) to update my take on Illuminum White Gardenia Petals, the famed perfume Kate Middleton allegedly wore to her wedding. I could write a lot about this issue here, but I won’t, … Continue reading →

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Easy Elegance – Review: Chanel Les Exclusifs 31 Rue Cambon

Posted on October 14, 2011 by Olfactoria

By Tara  31 Rue Cambon is a mass of contradictions; modern yet timeless, spare yet luxurious, elegant yet relaxed, chypre yet without oakmoss. In my capsule Chanel perfume wardrobe, Bois des Iles is the little black dress, Cuir de Russie … Continue reading →

Posted in By Tara, Chanel, Chypre, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Les Exclusifs de Chanel | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 40 Comments

Don Draper’s Secret Weapon – Review: Mona Di Orio Les Nombres d’Or Vétyver

Posted on October 13, 2011 by Olfactoria

Since I had such success with the other perfumes in the line, I wanted to smell Vétyver as, albeit I must say it was – along with Cuir – my lowest priority, as I am not really drawn to vetiver … Continue reading →

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Tom Times Three – Review: Tom Ford Santal Blush, Jasmine Rouge And Violet Blonde

Posted on October 12, 2011 by Olfactoria

Tom Ford generously showers us with three new release this fall. Two in his Private Blend range and one in the wide distribution signature line. Let’s get going then: Tom Ford Private Blend Santal Blush: Don’t you love this image? … Continue reading →

Posted in Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Jasmine, Powdery, Spicy, Tom Ford, Violet, Woods | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | 39 Comments