Category Archives: Fragrance Reviews

Forest In The Mist – Review: Hermes Hermessence Santal Massoia

Posted on February 3, 2012 by Olfactoria

I have a soft spot for Jean-Claude Ellena and his creations. They were among my first loves and I wore and loved his minimalistic pieces of art long before I evolved towards a broader appreciation of perfume and learned to … Continue reading →

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Leather Rose – Review: Juliette Has A Gun Citizen Queen

Posted on February 2, 2012 by Olfactoria

Like Guerlain Insolence, Citizen Queen got its moment in the limelight when I was on the hunt for a rose violet perfume after unintentional exposure (resulting in a small obsession) to Lipstick Rose by Frederic Malle. On the first sniff, … Continue reading →

Posted in Amber, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Juliette Has a Gun, Rose | Tagged , , , , , , | 49 Comments

Vetiver In A Summer Dress – Review: Guerlain Vetiver Pour Elle

Posted on February 1, 2012 by Olfactoria

I received a sample of Vétiver pour Elle quite some time ago and, typically for me, ignored it, because I am – to a large degree – influenced by name. To my vindication I have to say, there must be … Continue reading →

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Close Your Eyes And Follow Me – Review: Neela Vermeire Créations Trayee, Mohur, Bombay Bling!

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Olfactoria

Something has been buzzing around the perfume community for some time now. A new line, three perfumes, one perfumer, a creator with roots in our very community and an hommage to a country many of us find mythical, inspiring, beautiful and full of … Continue reading →

Posted in Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Fruity, Gourmand, Green, Incense, Jasmine, Neela Vermeire Creations, Oriental, Rose, Spicy, Tuberose, Vanilla | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 65 Comments

“Whoever Loves Me Will Follow!” – Review: Guerlain Insolence

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Olfactoria

I never even bothered with Insolence. Truth be told, I roundly dismissed it as not worthy to be smelled. How snobbish is that? But to my defense, it comes in a highly questionable bottle (by Serge Mansau – he and I will … Continue reading →

Posted in Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Fruity, Gourmand, Guerlain, Iris, Powdery, Rose, Violet | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 68 Comments

The Good Old Days Are Here Again – Review: Sonoma Scent Studio Nostalgie

Posted on January 26, 2012 by Olfactoria

For some time now, I have debated with myself whether to go down the vintage road to heartbreak or not. I feel the need to expand my fragrant knowledge and smelling tiny samples of vintage classics is a necessary part … Continue reading →

Posted in Chypre, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Jasmine, Mimosa, Rose, Sonoma Scent Studio | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 53 Comments

Down Comforter – Review: Parfums de Nicolai Sacrebleu

Posted on January 24, 2012 by Olfactoria

A year-round comforter that is both easy and intricate, rich and wearable, Sacrebleu is one of the long-time friends in my perfume closet. It has its place there, but the awful bottle has kept me from getting more than a … Continue reading →

Posted in Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Oriental, Parfums Nicolai, Spicy | Tagged , , , , , | 48 Comments

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 →

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