Author Archives: Olfactoria

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Bottle Of The Month – May And A Giveaway

Posted on May 26, 2012 by Olfactoria

My birthday bottle was Dior La Collection Privée Patchouli Impérial, as the constant reader already knows (the review will be up on Tuesday) but there was a regular monthly bottle as well: Guerlain Guet-Apens (Attrape Coeur) – beautiful, elegant, very … Continue reading →

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Perfume Shopping Around The World – New Page Added!

Posted on May 25, 2012 by Olfactoria

There is a new page up there, Perfume Shopping Around The World, a compilation of links throughout the blogosphere concerning shopping for perfume in several cities. Nothing beats perfume shopping while on vacation or a business trip! The idea and … Continue reading →

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Maison Mona di Orio – A Video About The Past, Present And Future Of the House

Posted on May 25, 2012 by Olfactoria

Mona di Orio’s business partner Jeroen Oude Songtoen talks about Mona as a person, her death, the brand and the future of the line. Maison Mona di Orio seems to be in very good hands… I look forward to the … Continue reading →

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Penhaligon’s Amaranthine Giveaway Winner Announced!

Posted on May 24, 2012 by Olfactoria

The response to Penhaligon’s generous full bottle giveaway of Amaranthine was very positive. Thank you all for entering and letting us know why you would be the ideal wearer of this corrupted floral by Bertrand Duchaufour. Random.org makes it easy … Continue reading →

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Jack Bauer And Trinity – Review: Mona di Orio Cuir

Posted on May 24, 2012 by Olfactoria

Of all the Mona di Orio perfumes in the Les Nombres d’Or line, Cuir is probably the most difficult one to wear, even to come to terms with. Not one to be put off by an initial olfactory shock, I … Continue reading →

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Sweet Child Of Mine – Review: Guerlain Myrrhe&Délires

Posted on May 23, 2012 by Olfactoria

The newest release in the highly coveted (by me) and exclusive L’Art et la Matière line, called Myrrhe et Délires, Myrrh and Delusions, does not strike me as delusional, nor is it inducing any delusions on the part of the wearer … Continue reading →

Posted in Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Guerlain, Guerlain L'Art et la Matière, Myrrh, Oriental, Resins | Tagged , , , , , , | 31 Comments

Two Days Away – A London Sniffing Tour

Posted on May 22, 2012 by Olfactoria

I went to London last week to give a talk at the London Perfume Lovers meeting (Tara wrote about it here.) and I decided to stay a day longer to enjoy my freedom for once and go on a little … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – What Is Your Fragrant Birthday Wish?

Posted on May 21, 2012 by Olfactoria

Your birthday is coming up and you can wish for one bottle of perfume, no matter the cost, which one will it be? Who should give it to you? Is there a chance you will get it? My Answer: No … Continue reading →

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“Olfactoria, Queen of Amber” – Perfume Lovers London Meetup, Thursday 17th May 2012

Posted on May 20, 2012 by Olfactoria

By Tara Another month, another convening of Perfume Lovers London at the New Cavendish Club. But this was a particularly special meeting because the talk was being given by our very own Olfactoria, who had made the journey over from … Continue reading →

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Beautiful Perfume Advertisements – Chanel Coco Movie

Posted on May 19, 2012 by Olfactoria

The advertisement for Chanel Coco with Vanessa Paradis and a beautiful cat from 1993 is famous. I don’t see Coco advertised at all anymore, which is sad. I adore this commercial! It is so well made, very original and that … Continue reading →

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