Category Archives: Leather

The Animal In Me – Review: Dior La Collection Privée Leather Oud

Posted on June 14, 2012 by Olfactoria

There are not many perfumes less in character for me than Leather Oud. And although I’m very often wrong with predicting what I like and what I hate, I was not wrong here. But I don’t hate Leather Oud, not … Continue reading →

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Jack Bauer And Trinity – Review: Mona di Orio Cuir

Posted on May 24, 2012 by Olfactoria

Of all the Mona di Orio perfumes in the Les Nombres d’Or line, Cuir is probably the most difficult one to wear, even to come to terms with. Not one to be put off by an initial olfactory shock, I … Continue reading →

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Arabian Nights – Review: Guerlain Songe d’un Bois d’Eté, Rose Nacrée de Désert and Encens Mythique d’Orient

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Olfactoria

I am inordinately happy about the fact that I managed to get my little Guerlain-crazy mitts on the latest trio of exclusive Eaux de Parfums. This time Guerlain made it even harder for us fans, since those three perfumes are … Continue reading →

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Fresh Baked Biker – Review: Armani Privé Cuir Noir

Posted on April 12, 2012 by Olfactoria

The Armani Privé line is very tempting. I love the look and the heft of the bottles, I love Ambre Orient and Bois d’Encens and I won’t even start with La Femme Bleue, before I get accused again of working it … Continue reading →

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Day And Night – Review: Histoires de Parfums Noir Patchouli and Vert Pivoine

Posted on March 22, 2012 by Olfactoria

The two perfumes I will review today, Vert Pivoine and Noir Patchouli couldn’t be farther from one another in theme and feel. Like day and night would be a good comparison. Nonetheless I wanted to put them together. It started … Continue reading →

Posted in Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Histoires de Parfums, Leather, Mimosa, Patchouli, Rose | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 40 Comments

The Star-Trek Amber – Review: Amouage Opus VI

Posted on March 9, 2012 by Olfactoria

I have withstood the siren song of Amouage’s Opus line fairly well until now. Although I like especially Opus I and Opus III just fine, I have not yet been tempted to acquire a full 100ml bottle so far. Now there … Continue reading →

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Because We Love Nice Things – Review: Guerlain Cuir Beluga

Posted on March 7, 2012 by Olfactoria

I have already spoken about my infatuation with Guerlain’s L’Art et la Matière line and trying Cuir Beluga did absolutely nothing to dispel that particular obsession, on the contrary, Cuir Beluga charmed its way into my heart and onto my … Continue reading →

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Reclusive Beauty – Review: Lancôme, Cuir de Lancôme

Posted on March 2, 2012 by Olfactoria

By Tara How often can you get luxury for a bargain basement price? Not often, but with Cuir de Lancôme you can smell like a million dollars by spending relatively few. Released in 2007 as part of Lancôme‘s “La Collection” … Continue reading →

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What To Wear For The Holidays – My Favorite Festive Perfumes

Posted on December 23, 2011 by Olfactoria

The next days are full of celebrations and festive events for most of us. A special occasion calls for a special perfume. Here are a few suggestions of my favorite festive fragrances to wear for the upcoming Holiday celebrations. Parfumerie … Continue reading →

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Challenges – Review: Parfum d’Empire Aziyadé And Fougère Bengale

Posted on December 20, 2011 by Olfactoria

Parfum d’Empire is a line where I have found many perfumes to love. It is well-edited, it offers something for everyone, but not everything can be right for me. These two, Aziyadé and Fougère Bengale present challenges to me. I … Continue reading →

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