Category Archives: Hermès

Portia Says Hello! – Review: Hermès Un Jardin Sur Le Nil

Posted on February 18, 2014 by Olfactoria

Editor’s Note: When I met Portia in Vienna a few weeks ago, she generously offered to write for OT now and again and since I have a hard time doing too much of that myself lately, I gratefully accepted and … Continue reading →

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No Pirates – Review: Hermès Epice Marine

Posted on February 14, 2014 by Olfactoria

By Sandra Hermès is a house that I admire with my deepest soul. Everything about Hermès demands my attention – through its luxurious scarves and ties to its impeccably polished leather goods down to its elegant perfume collection. I have … Continue reading →

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The Best Of 2013

Posted on December 27, 2013 by Olfactoria

To abuse a cliché everyone over the age of thirty or so uses this time of the year – the time flew by. This year really went by in a blink, and when I seemingly just the other day wrote … Continue reading →

Posted in Amber, Chanel, Fragrance Reviews, Hermès, Jo Malone, Neela Vermeire Creations | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 95 Comments

Monday Question – What Is Your Next Purchase?

Posted on October 21, 2013 by Olfactoria

We all have lists, or most of us do. Lists of what to smell next, what to buy, what to wish for, what to dream about for a little or a long while… What is highest up on your to … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – Do You Wear Perfume When You Work Out?

Posted on September 16, 2013 by Olfactoria

Do you wear perfume in the gym? Are you combining sports and scent? Is your work out routine perfume-free or are you never without a good fragrance? What is you favorite work-out scent? My Answer: The real problem is: I … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – What Is Your Go-To Perfume For Special Occasions?

Posted on September 2, 2013 by Olfactoria

Which perfume do you choose for a day you want to remember? What is the one scent you reach for on days when something special happens? What do you wear when you need some comforting and confidence-boosting? What perfume do … Continue reading →

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Looking Back At Paris In Winter – A Journey Through The City Of (Muted) Lights

Posted on May 9, 2013 by Olfactoria

By Sandra One might ask what I was thinking… I cannot provide a sound answer other than I was spontaneous and had to go. What am I talking about? Paris. More specifically, Paris in winter. I went to Paris at … 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 →

Posted in Citrus, Cologne, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Fruity, Green, Hermès | Tagged , , , | 53 Comments

Hearts And Crafts – Les Mains d’Hermès, A Documentary

Posted on March 27, 2013 by Olfactoria

I couldn’t resist to share this wonderful movie with you. In this documentary, we get to take a peek into the world of Hermès craftsmen and their work. I find it very touching how they talk about their love for … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – Which Perfume Goes Best With…?

Posted on March 18, 2013 by Olfactoria

The last Monday Question about your passions revealed lots of book lovers, but also a good deal of foodies. Perfume and food have lots in common and especially wine connoisseurs share lots of vocabulary with us Perfumistas. It is from them … Continue reading →

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