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

My Iris – Review: Hermès Hiris

Posted on April 9, 2015 by Olfactoria

By Tara I love iris. Unfortunately, despite trying a plethora of iris-forward fragrances over the years, I’ve had difficulty finding one that’s the perfect fit for me. I would usually find them too icy cold, metallic edged or simply not … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – What’s In Your Bag?

Posted on April 6, 2015 by Olfactoria

Good morning and Happy Easter! I hope you had a good time over the Easter Holiday to relax and meet family or friends. Today I’d like to know which bag you carry at the moment and what’s in it! Let’s … Continue reading →

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Happy Easter!

Posted on April 3, 2015 by Olfactoria

I have to apologize, there is no scarf post today. I still wanted to check in with you and wish you a good Holiday. I hope you have good time! I’ll see you on Monday for a Monday Question for … Continue reading →

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Mellow Tobacco – Review: Phaedon Paris Tabac Rouge/Turkish Blend

Posted on April 2, 2015 by Olfactoria

By Tara Last year I tried a few fragrances from Pierre Guillaume’s Phaedon but I didn’t click with any of them and as a result, thought perhaps the line wasn’t for me. However, I heard positive things about Tabac Rouge … Continue reading →

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Home, Fragrant Home! – Review: Hermès Home Fragrance Line

Posted on April 1, 2015 by Olfactoria

By Michael A few months ago while wandering around the city and smelling many, many fragrances I came across Hermès new home scents. I am not a candle or ambient scent aficionado by any means, but these wonderful fragrances have … Continue reading →

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Sweet Memories – Review: Aftelier Perfumes Fig

Posted on March 31, 2015 by Olfactoria

Heya Olfactoria’s Travelers, Portia with you from Australian Perfume Junkies and Perfume Posse. About 2 years ago I had a dinner party and afterwards we sniffed some frags. I had hand picked 6 and wanted everyone to try one at … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – What Are Your Spring-Time Rituals?

Posted on March 30, 2015 by Olfactoria

Spring is coming (or Fall on the southern hemisphere, but bear with me!)! Temperatures go up, the sun is out, skies are blue and flowers bloom. Aside from the undeniable meterological changes all around, what changes for you in spring? … Continue reading →

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One Hundred Pleats – Hermès Cent Plis De Miao Cashmere And Silk Scarves

Posted on March 27, 2015 by Olfactoria

Today I want to show you the first large size scarf in this series. Cent Plis de Miao (One hundred pleats of Miao – a province in China) was designed by Aline Honoré and first released in 2010. Cent Plis … Continue reading →

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Honey Trap – Review: Ramon Monegal Cuirelle

Posted on March 26, 2015 by Olfactoria

By Tara I’ve been curious about Cuirelle ever since I heard that it was a different, softer, take on leather compared to the usual animal hide. So I was grateful when the Cookie Queen kindly sent me a couple of … Continue reading →

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Perfume Shopping In South Africa: A Guide To Not-So-Hidden Beauty!

Posted on March 25, 2015 by Olfactoria

Editor’s Note: Today I am happy to present a post by regular reader and perfume lover Johanob, who lives in South Africa. He is showing us his home turf and the many (many!) scent-related treasures to be found there. Johano … Continue reading →

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