Author Archives: Olfactoria

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About Olfactoria

I'm on a journey through the world of fragrance - come with me!

Ambivalence – Review: Hermes Un Jardin Aprés La Mousson

Posted on March 21, 2011 by Olfactoria

Un Jardin aprés la Mousson, a garden after the Monsoon, is a creation by Jean-Claude Ellena for Hermes from 2008, the third in the Jardins series. The notes include cardamom, coriander, pepper, ginger, ginger flower and vetiver accord. I like to … Continue reading →

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Monday Question: Is There A Perfume That Has A Special Meaning For You?

Posted on March 21, 2011 by Olfactoria

Do you have a perfume that reminds you of a special person or situation? Is there a fragrance that brings back memories or feelings that are very important to you? Is there a scent that brings you to your knees … Continue reading →

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Last Week In Perfumeland – Weekend Link Love

Posted on March 20, 2011 by Olfactoria

Do you remember how you perceived time as a child? I clearly remember the feeling of absolute freedom in the face of nine weeks of summer vacation, no school, no homework, no pressure for nine weeks. That seemed like a … Continue reading →

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Olfactoria On Perfume Smellin’ Things

Posted on March 19, 2011 by Olfactoria

Another Saturday on PST…Addicted to perfume? Or is it just love? Please join me over there today for my newest post.

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The 200th Post

Posted on March 19, 2011 by Olfactoria

I just realized that my 200th post would be an announcement that I am on PST again today, and since that is a bit unromantic I decided to post a little look back over the ride I had in the … Continue reading →

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Never Say Never – Review: Annick Goutal Ambre Fétiche

Posted on March 18, 2011 by Olfactoria

For the longest time I hated Ambre Fétiche with a passion, it was my nemesis, the most unwearable amber I knew. The strong feelings stemmed from the fact that for one everybody seemed to love it and perceive it entirely … Continue reading →

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“For Them” By Technique Indiscrete – A Fragrant Effort To Help Japan

Posted on March 17, 2011 by Olfactoria

Libertin Louison, the Belgian-born perfumer of Paris-based niche brand Technique Indiscrete has created a lavender cologne the profits of which go to 100% to the victims of the great tragedy that Japan is suffering right now. Cologne “For Them” by Libertin Louison … Continue reading →

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A Thankfully Short Review And A Giveaway: Marc Jacobs Daisy Eau So Fresh

Posted on March 17, 2011 by Olfactoria

Oh no – fresh! was my immediate response to learning about this fragrance. But in the interest of science and for the ultimate cuteness of the bottle, AND the general ubiquitousness of samples that get pushed at me from all … Continue reading →

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The Unbearable Lightness Of Being – Review: Hermes Un Jardin Sur Le Nil

Posted on March 16, 2011 by Olfactoria

Most of you hard and heavy Perfumistas are probably familiar with the story of the inception of Un Jardin sur le Nil. Chandler Burr wrote about it in his book “The Perfect Scent” that came out in 2007. No doubt it … Continue reading →

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Insane Vanilla – Review: Atelier Cologne Vanille Insensée

Posted on March 15, 2011 by Olfactoria

Vanille Insensée is the sixth fragrance by my new favorite line Atelier Cologne. It was released for spring, which upon first look seems like an odd decision. Most vanilla scents are geared towards the cooler seasons since it lies in … Continue reading →

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