Author Archives: Olfactoria

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About Olfactoria

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

Norwegian Lights – A Travellogue

Posted on September 4, 2013 by Olfactoria

Editor’s Note: Today Sandra shows us amazing photos of her recent trip to Norway, her husband’s country of origin. Thank you for sharing your impressions and beautiful pictures here, Sandra! I think I might be falling a bit in love … Continue reading →

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People In Perfumeland – Caro Fernandez Of Té de Violetas

Posted on September 3, 2013 by Olfactoria

Té de Violetas (formerly known as Notas e Acordes) is a blog by Caro Fernandez and Virginia Blanco. The two ladies offer their point of view in Spanish and English, reviewing fragrances and interviewing various perfumers. Caro is based in Buenos … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – What Is Your Go-To Perfume For Special Occasions?

Posted on September 2, 2013 by Olfactoria

Which perfume do you choose for a day you want to remember? What is the one scent you reach for on days when something special happens? What do you wear when you need some comforting and confidence-boosting? What perfume do … Continue reading →

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La Vita È Bella – Life Is Good In Italy, A Travelogue Part II

Posted on August 30, 2013 by Olfactoria

Venice is amazing. But of course you didn’t need me to tell you that. Arriving by boat from Punta Sabbioni directly on the Piazza San Marco, we immediately got sucked into the maze that is Venice’s San Marco district alongside … Continue reading →

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La Vita É Bella – Life Is Good In Italy, A Travelogue Part I

Posted on August 29, 2013 by Olfactoria

Our yearly trip to Italy is a compromise, but a lovely one. Left to our own devices my husband and I would prefer to travel further afar, but with small kids that can turn expensive and uncomfortable for everyone, so … Continue reading →

Posted in Farmazia SS Annunziata, Photography, Santa Maria Novella, Travels, Vanilla | Tagged , , , , , , , | 37 Comments

People In Perfumeland – Maria McElroy Of Aroma M

Posted on August 27, 2013 by Olfactoria

Maria McElroy is the creator of Aroma M, a line of perfumes inspired by the art and culture of Japan. Maria is an artist (she studied painting) and lived in Japan for seven years, where she not only met her … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – What Is Your Favorite Vanilla Perfume?

Posted on August 26, 2013 by Olfactoria

It’s favorites time again! This time around I want to know all about your favorite vanilla perfume. (Look here for reader’s favorite Rose, White Floral, Incense, Musk, Tropical Floral, Leather and Citrus perfumes.) Which one is your secret vanilla weapon? Do … Continue reading →

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Chasing Chaste Vanilla In Venice – Review: Santa Maria Novella Vaniglia

Posted on August 23, 2013 by Olfactoria

When I came into the pretty Santa Maria Novella store in Venice, having dragged my partially protesting family (for the record: The Husband was very supportive of my fragrant shenanigans) across the city in the heat, I knew I would … Continue reading →

Posted in Fragrance Reviews, Gourmand, Santa Maria Novella, Travels, Vanilla | Tagged , , , , , , , | 34 Comments

People In Perfumeland – Lianne Tio Of Lianne Tio Parfums

Posted on August 21, 2013 by Olfactoria

Today we welcome Lianne Tio, founder and owner of Lianne Tio Parfums in Rotterdam, The Netherlands. Lianne is one of the lucky few who succeeded in making her dream a reality and turning her passion for perfume into a career. … Continue reading →

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Gaultier Kokorico And Penhaligon’s Love Potion N°9 Giveaway Winners Announced!

Posted on August 20, 2013 by Olfactoria

Sorry for the long wait, but here are the results of the giveaway Georgy so generously sponsored. So in Oscar-like style I’m happy to announce the following winners. A full bottle of Gaultier Kokorico goes to: baconbiscuit212 The bottle of … Continue reading →

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