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

The Ballerina, The Maharaja and The Tailor – Reviews: Iris Prima, Vaara and Sartorial By Penhaligon’s

Posted on October 11, 2013 by Olfactoria

By Tara Established in 1870, Penhaligon’s is a quintessentially English fragrance house. I am fond of their witty, English eccentric style and they have made some interesting choices regarding their perfumes in the last few years. Admirably, they have managed … Continue reading →

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People In Perfumeland – Shelley Waddington Of EnVoyage Perfumes

Posted on October 9, 2013 by Olfactoria

Shelley Waddington of EnVoyage Perfumes is also known as “the Carmel Perfumer”, since her native Carmel-by-the-sea in Northern California is the most important influence in her work. Shelley has a diploma from Galimard Perfumeur in Grasse, France.  Her perfumes are mainly … Continue reading →

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John Oehler Papyrus Book Giveaway Winners Announced

Posted on October 8, 2013 by Olfactoria

I have to apologize to all of you. The drawing for the winners of the giveaway of three Kindle copies of John Oehler’s book Papyrus, completely slipped my mind. I’m certain in is a sign of my advanced age. Thanks … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – Let’s Talk Numbers: How Many Perfume Bottles Do You Own?

Posted on October 7, 2013 by Olfactoria

Today we will draw aside the curtains and take a peek behind. How many bottles of perfume do you currently own? What is your number? Is it too little, too many? Are you happy with your collection? What would you … Continue reading →

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A Willing Player – Review: By Kilian Playing With The Devil

Posted on October 4, 2013 by Olfactoria

When my friend Sandra asked me the other day whether I was excited about the new Kilian, I answered something to the effect of: No, definitely not. (I think my exact words were: It should be perfectly bad.) While I … Continue reading →

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People In Perfumeland – Vanessa Musson Of Bonkers About Perfume

Posted on October 2, 2013 by Olfactoria

Hopefully you all know Vanessa Musson of Bonkers about Perfume already, because she sure is a pleasure to know. Her quirky blog and unique point of view to everything pertaining perfume (and a good many things besides) make fabulous reading … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – Who Should Make A Perfume?

Posted on September 30, 2013 by Olfactoria

Everybody and his mother is making a perfume these days, so there is not really a lack of new fragrances or too little launches. But still, who should bring out a perfume? What brand, label, person or organization should make … Continue reading →

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That Smile – Review: Hiram Green Moon Bloom

Posted on September 27, 2013 by Olfactoria

Hiram Green’s first creation for his own brand is called so very beautifully: Moon Bloom. This evocative name and the gorgeous bottle are plenty of incentive for me to want to smell what is behind the enticing outer trappings of … Continue reading →

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People In Perfumeland – Hiram Green of Hiram Green Perfumes

Posted on September 25, 2013 by Olfactoria

In this week’s edition of People in Perfumeland I am happy to welcome Hiram Green. Hiram is a perfumer currently living and working in Holland. He founded Scent Systems, a perfumery in London. What he missed in the perfume market … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – What Are Your Favourite Tea and Coffee Perfumes?

Posted on September 23, 2013 by Olfactoria

By Tara Do you like fragrances with tea and coffee notes? How do you prefer your tea perfumes; green, black, jasmine, with milk or iced with lemon? What are your best loved tea scents? Have you found your perfect coffee … Continue reading →

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