Author Archives: Olfactoria

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About Olfactoria

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

A Vetiver Special, Perfume Lovers London – Thursday 24th October 2013 at The New Cavendish Club, London

Posted on October 29, 2013 by Olfactoria

By Tara I must admit that I struggle with the traditionally masculine vetiver note when it’s centre stage in a perfume, so I hoped this evening might broaden my knowledge of the material and give me a greater appreciation of … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – What Bugs You About Perfume?

Posted on October 28, 2013 by Olfactoria

What is your pet peeve when it comes to perfume? Is there anything in Perfumeland that irks you? Are there certain fragrances, houses or marketing techniques that set your teeth on edge? Is there something about the world of perfume … Continue reading →

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The Borrowed Dog – Our Canine Adventures

Posted on October 25, 2013 by Olfactoria

The farmer on whose land our cottage stands, has a dog called Kira. A labrador (probably no pure breed) who is completely free of any training but full of personality and spunk, Kira is now ours for a few hours … Continue reading →

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Cashmere And Silk – Review: Xerjoff Join The Club Fatal Charme

Posted on October 24, 2013 by Olfactoria

By Sandra Late last year Xerjoff released a new line of perfumes called Join the Club. There are ten different perfumes in the line and all represent a certain club or area of interest. The bottles are exquisite – I … Continue reading →

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People In Perfumeland – Suzanne Keller Of Suzanne’s Perfume Journal

Posted on October 23, 2013 by Olfactoria

One of the most amazing women I have met in Perfumeland is Suzanne Keller from Suzanne’s Perfume Journal. Suz is a highly intelligent woman with an enormous capacity for kindness. She exudes a particular joy for life which I admire. … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – What Is Your Next Purchase?

Posted on October 21, 2013 by Olfactoria

We all have lists, or most of us do. Lists of what to smell next, what to buy, what to wish for, what to dream about for a little or a long while… What is highest up on your to … Continue reading →

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In Search Of Hidden Beauty – The Secret Garden Next Door

Posted on October 18, 2013 by Olfactoria

Only a block from our house is the University of Astronomy and it’s old observatory. The surrounding park has been closed to the public until recently. Today we went exploring and found an incredibly beautiful secret garden, wild and untamed … Continue reading →

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People In Perfumeland – Lila Das Gupta Of Perfume Lovers London/Olfactory Events

Posted on October 16, 2013 by Olfactoria

Lila Das Gupta is a former journalist who runs ‘Perfume Lovers London’,  a group dedicated to entertaining and informing people about perfume. Their past speakers have included Frederic Malle, Patricia de Nicolai, Mark Buxton, Francis Kurkdjian and Geza Schön, as well as The Candy … Continue reading →

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What Perfume Goes With My Barbour Jacket? – A Follow Up

Posted on October 15, 2013 by Olfactoria

A few weeks ago I asked you about perfumes that mirror the great outdoors, that smell like the heath, cold wind, Hunter boots and Barbour jackets. I wanted to let you know that I found the one that is perfect. Where … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – Off Topic: I Need Your Input, Please!

Posted on October 14, 2013 by Olfactoria

My family is thinking about getting a dog. A Golden Retriever or Labrador puppy would make an ideal companion for the boys, my husband always dreamed of uniting his beloved Land Rover with the matching dog and striding through the … Continue reading →

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