Category Archives: Fragrance Reviews

Lady In Red – Review: Parfums M.Micallef Rouge N°2

Posted on June 12, 2013 by Olfactoria

By Sandra Red has so many meanings. It can mean love, danger, luck, romance… I love the colour red. It is incorporated into my everyday life. My home has splashes of red, my wardrobe consists of many red pieces, some … Continue reading →

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Calling Forth the Beaches – Review: Parfums M. Micallef Ananda

Posted on May 30, 2013 by Olfactoria

By Sandra Ananda was one of my first perfume purchases in the niche arena. I fell in love with the frosted glass bottle decorated with Swarovski crystals. According to the M. Micallef website Ananda is: “Among the brand’s best-sellers, the … Continue reading →

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Naming The Nameless – Review: Editions de Parfums Frederic Malle L’Eau d’Hiver

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Olfactoria

L’Eau d’Hiver is one of my oldest perfume favorites, beloved and cherished over the years, and trusted whenever I need something to wear that is comfortable, light but still recognizably different. Why have I waited this long to review it? … Continue reading →

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Rolling Thunder – Review: Robert Piguet Bandit

Posted on May 16, 2013 by Olfactoria

Editor’s Note: Who would have thought that gentle Sandra had this wild side in her? We are in for treat with the coming review. I’m glad Sandra took on Bandit, as for me the perfume is sadly unwearable, but I … Continue reading →

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Coming Home – Review: Neela Vermeire Creations Ashoka

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Olfactoria

Ashoka is Neela Vermeire’s and Bertrand Duchaufour’s fourth creation, presented in Milan and set to be launched in September of this year. The first three scents of Neela Vermeire Creations are incredibly complex, beautiful and moving portraits of India (see … Continue reading →

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Follow Your Senses! – Review: Viktoria Minya Hedonist

Posted on May 7, 2013 by Olfactoria

I got the opportunity to try the first perfume by Hungarian perfumer Viktoria Minya and I must say that I did not go into this testing unbiased. Actually, I expected not to like this perfume at all. Why? Let’s see… … Continue reading →

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Three Mangoes With A Twist – Review: Jo Loves Mango Nectar, A Shot Of Thai Lime Over Mango And A Shot Of Oud Over Mango

Posted on May 2, 2013 by Olfactoria

Do you like mangoes as much as I do? The taste of a ripe, juicy mango is among the best things ever for me. Sprinkled with a bit of pepper and a squirt of lime juice, a mango is a … Continue reading →

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Love Smolders – Review: Jul Et Mad Amour de Palazzo

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Olfactoria

By Sandra Jul et Mad’s final chapter in their evolving love story is called Amour de Palazzo. I say evolving because I sure am hoping that they will continue in this vein. Romance and love drew me to this brand … Continue reading →

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Contrasts – Review: Jo Loves Gardenia

Posted on April 24, 2013 by Olfactoria

What I enjoy most about perfume is the fact that it is possible to love complete opposites. It is not only possible but also allowed to adore a perfume like Vero Kern’s Onda one day and go for something completely … Continue reading →

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Sadness Wrapped In Beauty – What My Spring Smells Like

Posted on April 19, 2013 by Olfactoria

This spring has only a few days on its back, but perfume-wise, I started a bit earlier. So for a few weeks now, I have been smelling of spring. Aside from my obvious choices (Hermès Vetiver Tonka, Hermès Rose Ikebana, … Continue reading →

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