Monthly Archives: February 2014

La Primavera – Review: Vero Profumo Mito Voile d’Extrait

Posted on February 28, 2014 by Olfactoria

By Sandra Vero Kern is a woman I would love to meet in person. I admire everything I have read about her. She is obviously extremely intelligent and talented and it would seem that she is also a very gracious … Continue reading →

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Three Private Blends – Review: Tom Ford Oud Fleur, Shanghai Lily and Fleur de Chine

Posted on February 27, 2014 by Olfactoria

By Tara First off, I must admit to a bias against the Private Blend Collection, which is Tom Ford’s extensive luxury fragrance line. I know perfumes like Tobacco Vanille and Oud Wood have a lot of fans but they have … Continue reading →

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People In Perfumeland – Ramon Monegal Of Ramon Monegal Perfumes

Posted on February 26, 2014 by Olfactoria

I am honored to present the Spanish perfumer Ramón Monegal in today’s People In Perfumeland interview. Monegal has launched his eponymous line in 2012 to great acclaim. Take a look at my review of the entire line here. We know … Continue reading →

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Beginner’s Rose – Review: A Dozen Roses Shakespeare In Love

Posted on February 25, 2014 by Olfactoria

Hello to you at Olfactoria’s Travels. Portia from Australian Perfume Junkies and Perfume Posse here and so excited to be back guest-writing for Olfactoria’s Travels. Today we are going to look at a decant I bought in a split recently. I … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – What Have You Been Reading Lately?

Posted on February 24, 2014 by Olfactoria

An off-topic question for your today (although you can always recommend a perfume book of course!): Which good book did you read lately? What would you recommend for a suspenseful, harrowing, heart-wrenching or funny read? What genre of books do … Continue reading →

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From Brazil To Amalfi, Around The World With Indult – Mini Reviews

Posted on February 21, 2014 by Olfactoria

By Sandra I have already introduced you to a new great perfume love of mine – Tihota by Indult. In all honesty, I was weary about trying the other perfumes simply because I was not sure if they could live … Continue reading →

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People In Perfumeland – Steven Lindquist Of The Scented Hound Blog

Posted on February 19, 2014 by Olfactoria

This week we hear from fellow blogger Steven also known as The Scented Hound. Steven shares his fragrant experiences and adventures on his blog. He lives with his husband and his three adorable cats in Virginia, USA. View this post … Continue reading →

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Portia Says Hello! – Review: Hermès Un Jardin Sur Le Nil

Posted on February 18, 2014 by Olfactoria

Editor’s Note: When I met Portia in Vienna a few weeks ago, she generously offered to write for OT now and again and since I have a hard time doing too much of that myself lately, I gratefully accepted and … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – What Is Your Favorite Sensual Perfume?

Posted on February 17, 2014 by Olfactoria

Which perfume do you find especially sexy? Is there a scent that you find very erotic? Which perfumes makes you feel sensual? My Answer: What a question today! I can be sure to draw all kinds of unwanted Google traffic … Continue reading →

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No Pirates – Review: Hermès Epice Marine

Posted on February 14, 2014 by Olfactoria

By Sandra Hermès is a house that I admire with my deepest soul. Everything about Hermès demands my attention – through its luxurious scarves and ties to its impeccably polished leather goods down to its elegant perfume collection. I have … Continue reading →

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