Author Archives: Olfactoria

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

The First Days Of Spring – Review: Olfactive Studio Flash Back

Posted on April 5, 2013 by Olfactoria

Olfactive Studio released a new – their fifth – perfume this spring and while I’m sure it works well year-round, it feels ideally suited for the season. Flash Back is paired with a photograph by Laurent Segretier. For the other … Continue reading →

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The Last Days Of Winter – Review: Olfactive Studio Lumière Blanche

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Olfactoria

Today, on April 3, I went out into five inches of freshly fallen snow, mummified once more into a stylish re-interpretation of the Michelin-man, dragging two children in the stages between whining and all-out screaming behind me through the icestorm, … Continue reading →

Posted in Fragrance Reviews, Iris, Olfactive Studio, Spicy, Woods | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 34 Comments

Finding Hidden Beauty In Upstate New York

Posted on April 2, 2013 by Olfactoria

By Brie I have slowly over time become a woman of simple means. I literally own only five pairs of shoes. Give me the outdoors with a full moon in a star studded sky and a hot cup of tea, … Continue reading →

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Happy Easter!

Posted on March 29, 2013 by Olfactoria

Have a wonderful Easter Holiday weekend with gorgeous weather and lots of chocolate eggs and candy ducks! We are spending the weekend with family here and there and trying to teach little Niki to ride his brand new bike. See … Continue reading →

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Posted on March 28, 2013 by Olfactoria

Originally posted on All I am – a redhead:
The new perfume collaboration by Neela Vermeire and Bertrand Duchafour – Ashoka (eau de parfum). The only problem I see here –  it’s going to be available in early autumn 2013.…

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Hearts And Crafts – Les Mains d’Hermès, A Documentary

Posted on March 27, 2013 by Olfactoria

I couldn’t resist to share this wonderful movie with you. In this documentary, we get to take a peek into the world of Hermès craftsmen and their work. I find it very touching how they talk about their love for … Continue reading →

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Checking In – And Checking Out

Posted on March 26, 2013 by Olfactoria

I wanted to quickly pop in and let you know that this week will be a bit low on posts unfortunately. I have two half-baked reviews in the making that are not quite done yet and this week is spring … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – What Is Your Perfume Shopping Style?

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Olfactoria

Are you an impulsive shopper? Do you plan your next purchase with the precision of a brain surgeon? Are you dedicated to extensive research and comparison shopping? Or are you more of a sniff, grab and go person? Do you … Continue reading →

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My Little List Of Happiness – Things That Make Me Smile

Posted on March 22, 2013 by Olfactoria

I want to post a list of things that make me happy once a month and I hope you join me in the comments with your happiness inducing little things. Frivolity is the key to eternal youth. – Ines de … Continue reading →

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This And That – Little Moments Of Beauty In Everyday Life

Posted on March 21, 2013 by Olfactoria

This week I want to show you little glimpses of everyday sights in my life. I went for a walk through our apartment with my iPhone and snapped away at the many unexpected things of beauty that I found. First, … Continue reading →

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