Author Archives: Olfactoria

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About Olfactoria

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

Two Winners – Review: Atelier Cologne Bois Blonds And Trefle Pur

Posted on January 18, 2011 by Olfactoria

The first Atelier Cologne perfume, Orange Sanguine, I reviewed yesterday was a winner for me, its perfect orange happiness made my day. Reason enough to take a look at two more of the currently five fragrances offered by New York based niche … Continue reading →

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Incense With A Smile- Review: Heeley Cardinal

Posted on January 18, 2011 by Olfactoria

I heard many good things about Heeley Perfumes in general and Cardinal especially. So what else can the devoted Perfumista do, but get in gear and try to acquire a sample. I was haunting The Perfumed Court for a very … Continue reading →

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War of The Oranges – Atelier Cologne Orange Sanguine vs. Frederic Malle Bigarade Concentrée

Posted on January 17, 2011 by Olfactoria

I am a longtime fan of Bigarade Concentrée by Jean-Claude Ellena for Editions de Parfums Frederic Malle released in 2002. It is the most uplifting and happiness-inducing perfume in my collection. It never fails to elicit a smile upon spraying … Continue reading →

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Monday Question: What Was Your Introduction To Perfumeland?

Posted on January 17, 2011 by Olfactoria

This Monday Question is inspired by this post by Krista, who told us about her first niche fragarance, which happened to be Serge Lutens Ambre Sultan. I commented that encountering this one first would probably have had me running a … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday, Boys!

Posted on January 16, 2011 by Olfactoria

Today is my husband’s and my older son Paul’s birthday. I had Paul four years ago on my husband’s birthday, needless to say, I didn´t have to get him anything else that year 😉 But he never got a better … Continue reading →

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Last Week In Perfumeland – Weekend Link Love + Giveaway Reminder

Posted on January 16, 2011 by Olfactoria

Last week I had trouble keeping up. So much to do, so little time. Then the whole family got sick. But there is an upside to lying in bed – so many nice posts to read. Check out a few … Continue reading →

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Olfactoria on Perfume Smellin´Things – again :)

Posted on January 15, 2011 by Olfactoria

It is that time of the week again, I am posting on PST today. I hope to see you over there!

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Olfactory Oasis – Perfume Shopping at “Duft & Kultur” in Vienna

Posted on January 15, 2011 by Olfactoria

After a trip to Le Parfum last week I want to show you the second important destination for the discerning perfume lover in Vienna, Duft &Kultur. The store’s name translates from German as Fragrance & Culture and that is exactly … Continue reading →

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Olfactoria In Dreamland – Why I wear Perfume To Bed

Posted on January 14, 2011 by Olfactoria

Do not fear! This is not going to be a TMI post. 🙂 I love to select a perfume at night to wear to bed (to sleep!), just as I select one in the morning before I start my day. … Continue reading →

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Lady Of The Roses – Review: Editions de Parfums Frederic Malle Portrait Of A Lady

Posted on January 13, 2011 by Olfactoria

I was a bit apprehensive when I thought about trying Portrait of a Lady, the latest issue by Frederic Malle. I have an exceptional track record with this line, and I didn’t particularly long to encounter a Malle fragrance I … Continue reading →

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