Category Archives: Fruity

Silence Fraught With Tension – Review: Biehl Parfumkunstwerke gs01

Posted on December 14, 2011 by Olfactoria

I was seeking out a sample of Biehl Parfumkunstwerke gs01 for its basmati rice note. I love a rice note in perfume, it is not often found. I like Ormonde Jayne Champaca and Calè Fragranze d’Autore Dolce Riso, but perfumes … Continue reading →

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The Gleam In A Mother’s Eye – Review: Aftelier Secret Garden Eau de Parfum

Posted on December 7, 2011 by Olfactoria

Usually wearing an Aftelier creation, is quite a ride. When I apply Tango or Cepes&Tuberose, many feelings are stirred up, emotions abound and I am preoccupied and enthralled, as well as challenged and moved. It is not that Secret Garden … Continue reading →

Posted in Aftelier, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Fruity, Jasmine, Orange Blossom, Rose, Tuberose | Tagged , , , , , , | 23 Comments

Vero Profumo – Review: The Eaux de Parfums And Conclusions

Posted on November 18, 2011 by Olfactoria

Vero Profumo offers three extraits, Onda, Rubj and Kiki that I have reviewed in the past weeks, in addition, in 2010, perfumer Vero Kern released three Eau de Parfum versions of the perfumes. They are not just lower concentrations, but completely reworked … Continue reading →

Posted in Floral, Fougère, Fragrance Reviews, Fruity, Gourmand, Jasmine, Orange Blossom, Tuberose, Vero Profumo, Vetiver, Woods | Tagged , , , , , , , | 39 Comments

A Night To Remember – Review: Vero Profumo Rubj Extrait de Parfum

Posted on November 1, 2011 by Olfactoria

I knew about Vero Kern for years and was always fascinated by her story. The fact that she followed her dream rather late in life, is very encouraging and shows that it is really worth pursuing what you want. I didn’t try … Continue reading →

Posted in Chypre, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Fruity, Jasmine, Orange Blossom, Tuberose, Vero Profumo | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 50 Comments

Rice Pudding – Review: Calé Fragranze d’Autore Dolce Riso

Posted on September 22, 2011 by Olfactoria

A good rice note, or any rice note at that, is hard to find in perfume. There are not many such fragrances around. I adore that note and when I find one it is mostly love. Ormonde Jayne Champaca comes … Continue reading →

Posted in Calé Fragranze d'Autore, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Fruity, Gourmand | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 23 Comments

There’s A New Brand In Town – Introduction To Olfactive Studio

Posted on September 12, 2011 by Olfactoria

Frenchwoman Celine Verleure, formerly of Kenzo, Osmoz.com and L’Orèal, is a true perfume lover. She wanted to realize her dream and create her own perfume label. Said label existed long before any perfume did, since Celine decided to go down … Continue reading →

Posted in Citrus, Fragrance Reviews, Fruity, Incense, Leather, Musk, Olfactive Studio, Oriental, Spicy, Woods | Tagged , , , , , , , | 33 Comments

Happy Birthday, Dawn! – DSH Mini-Reviews

Posted on September 10, 2011 by Olfactoria

Tomorrow is Dawn Spencer Hurwitz’s birthday, the incredibly talented perfumer from Boulder, Colorado, is one of the most prolific perfumers today. In addition she is an incredibly nice and generous person and I feel honored to know her. I like … Continue reading →

Posted in Chypre, DSH, Floral, Fruity, Gourmand, Orange Blossom, Rose | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 41 Comments

Perfume As Medicine – Sleepless Nights, Aches And Pains And More

Posted on September 5, 2011 by Olfactoria

We all know perfume is powerful and that is why we love it. Perfume is able to conjure memories, to evoke feelings, to influence moods. Perfume is a force to be reckoned with. Nothing works better at making us happy, … Continue reading →

Posted in Aftelier, Amber, Annick Goutal, Anya's Garden, Armani Privé, Atelier Cologne, Chanel, Chypre, Citrus, Cologne, Comme des Garcons, Dior, Eau d'Italie, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Frederic Malle, Fruity, Gaultier, Gourmand, Green, Hermès, Incense, L'Artisan Parfumeur, Lostmarc'h, Maison Martin Margiela, Ormonde Jayne, Parfum d'Empire, Penhaligon's, Ramblings, Serge Lutens, Sisley, Tauer Perfumes, Xerjoff | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 42 Comments

Borrowed Treasure – Review: Editions de Parfums Frederic Malle Le Parfum De Thérèse

Posted on August 31, 2011 by Olfactoria

Le Parfum de Thérèse is a perfume with a history. A romantic history. Therefore I was always drawn to this perfume, but it never really clicked for me until recently. Strangely it took another creation of the master to push … Continue reading →

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Paris Hilton And A Strawberry – Review And Giveaway: Xerjoff Shooting Stars Shingl

Posted on August 25, 2011 by Olfactoria

I don’t know why, but in the last months I have the feeling I am talking about perfume names all the time. That should not be as important a subject, but you cannot possibly review a scent called Shingl and … Continue reading →

Posted in Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Fruity, Giveaway, Iris, Xerjoff | Tagged , , , , , , , | 45 Comments