Author Archives: Olfactoria

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

A Little Something For The Eye – A Sneak Peek Into My Perfume Closet Part III

Posted on January 22, 2012 by Olfactoria

Here comes Part III of the weekly peeking into my perfume closet (see Part I and Part II). The advantage of this series of posts is that I have developed a new sense of pride, rather than shame about my … Continue reading →

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Killing Me Softly – Review: The Different Company Osmanthus

Posted on January 20, 2012 by Olfactoria

Although The Different Company should be totally my kind of thing, I have only reviewed two perfumes by now, the lovely and ethereal Bois d’Iris here on OT and the somewhat disappointing Sublime Balkiss over on PST. Perfumes by Jean-Claude Ellena, minimalistic, … Continue reading →

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The House Of Brécourt – Review: Haram, Ambre Noir, Eau Blanche And Eau Trouble

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Olfactoria

Brécourt Paris is a french niche brand headed by Emilie Bouge, a perfumer from Grasse. She developed a line of perfumes presented in sleek, square black bottles and in a variety of masculine and feminine scents. I tried four, picking … Continue reading →

Posted in Amber, Citrus, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Incense, Iris, Oriental, Woods | Tagged , , , , | 45 Comments

In Uncle Serge’s Garden – Review: Serge Lutens Fleurs de Citronnier And Fleurs d’Oranger

Posted on January 18, 2012 by Olfactoria

Serge Lutens is not exactly known for his floral creations. Oriental is what he likes best and where he usually excels. The spice-laden-fruit-compote-on-wood accord of a heavy oriental is what lead me to Lutens in the first place. But once there … Continue reading →

Posted in Citrus, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Serge Lutens | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 38 Comments

The Hills Are Alive… – Review: By Kilian A Taste Of Heaven, Absinthe Verte

Posted on January 17, 2012 by Olfactoria

I was a slow starter with the Kilian line. For a long time I did not get it. But when I finally did, a whirlwind love affair started and many of the ten perfumes that make up the L’Oeuvre Noir … Continue reading →

Posted in By Kilian, Fragrance Reviews, Gourmand, Lavender | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 30 Comments

Monday Question – Which Upcoming Releases Are You Anticipating?

Posted on January 16, 2012 by Olfactoria

Which new perfumes have piqued your interest? What upcoming releases in 2012 are must-tries for you? What are you really waiting for? My Answer: I really look forward to smell the new By Kilian release Amber Oud. The Queen of … Continue reading →

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A Little Something For The Eye – A Sneak Peek Into My Perfume Closet Part II

Posted on January 15, 2012 by Olfactoria

Here is the second installment of photos of my collection. I thought I’d take group shots, so you can see the bottles, but not all at once. (That mainly serves the purpose of allowing me to stay in denial about … Continue reading →

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Under The Olive Tree – Review: Xerjoff Casamorati Fiore d’Ulivo

Posted on January 13, 2012 by Olfactoria

On my way through the Xerjoff range, I have come to a major landmark, Ladies and Gentlemen! I present to you – the Xerjoff my husband really likes. Fiore d’Ulivo is, aside from having a sensible name, a springy, light, fresh … Continue reading →

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Quick Escape – Review: Farmacia SS Annunziata Fiore Di Riso

Posted on January 12, 2012 by Olfactoria

Vanessa of Bonkers about Perfume has been extremely generous with me and one of the many, many samples and decants she shared with me, was Farmacia SS Annunziata Fiore di Riso, a perfume she very much likes herself. Notes include … Continue reading →

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My Epicurean Self – Review: Parfums d’Orsay La Dandy Pour Femme

Posted on January 11, 2012 by Olfactoria

Parfums d’Orsay is a line that stays pretty much under the radar for some reason. (One of the reasons that it is not well known in the US might be that Luckyscent does not carry the line, but First in … Continue reading →

Posted in Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Fruity, Gourmand, Parfums d'Orsay | Tagged , , , , , | 23 Comments