Monthly Archives: May 2013

Interview With The Perfume Collector Author Kathleen Tessaro And Book Giveaway

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Olfactoria

Guest Post by Jordan River Tonight The Scented Salon is in Vienna. It is quite a gathering here with Olfactoria and your scented selves. With us is Kathleen Tessaro, the novelist. You may have read her book Elegance about a … Continue reading →

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Rolling Thunder – Review: Robert Piguet Bandit

Posted on May 16, 2013 by Olfactoria

Editor’s Note: Who would have thought that gentle Sandra had this wild side in her? We are in for treat with the coming review. I’m glad Sandra took on Bandit, as for me the perfume is sadly unwearable, but I … Continue reading →

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Coming Home – Review: Neela Vermeire Creations Ashoka

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Olfactoria

Ashoka is Neela Vermeire’s and Bertrand Duchaufour’s fourth creation, presented in Milan and set to be launched in September of this year. The first three scents of Neela Vermeire Creations are incredibly complex, beautiful and moving portraits of India (see … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – Is There A Little Known Perfume Brand You’d Like to Share?

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Olfactoria

By Tara Is there an indie or artisan perfumer you think deserves more attention? Which of their perfumes do you suggest we try? Do you have a preference for small perfume brands in general? If so, why? Or have you … Continue reading →

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Spring In Snapshots – In Search For Everyday Beauty

Posted on May 10, 2013 by Olfactoria

I wanted to share just a few images of the last week… (please excuse the kid photos, I would totally post cat pictures if I had one! 😉 ) How was your week? Any plans for the weekend?  

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Looking Back At Paris In Winter – A Journey Through The City Of (Muted) Lights

Posted on May 9, 2013 by Olfactoria

By Sandra One might ask what I was thinking… I cannot provide a sound answer other than I was spontaneous and had to go. What am I talking about? Paris. More specifically, Paris in winter. I went to Paris at … Continue reading →

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Follow Your Senses! – Review: Viktoria Minya Hedonist

Posted on May 7, 2013 by Olfactoria

I got the opportunity to try the first perfume by Hungarian perfumer Viktoria Minya and I must say that I did not go into this testing unbiased. Actually, I expected not to like this perfume at all. Why? Let’s see… … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – What Is The Best Citrus Perfume?

Posted on May 6, 2013 by Olfactoria

Summer is near (at least on this hemisphere, forgive me Aussies and South Americans!) and it is the time to wear a fresh, light and sunny citrus scents. Which one do you recommend? In your opinion, what is the best … Continue reading →

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You Have Chosen! – Tauer Perfumes Vs. Vero Profumo

Posted on May 3, 2013 by Olfactoria

I truly enjoyed counting (and re-counting, and counting again) the votes for these two Swiss indie perfumers, because, Ladies and Gentlemen, we have a tie! I’m happy to report that the votes for these two wonderful and much admired artists … Continue reading →

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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 Olfactoria

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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