Category Archives: Monday Question

Monday Question – Is There A Little Known Perfume Brand You’d Like to Share?

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Olfactoria

By Tara Is there an indie or artisan perfumer you think deserves more attention? Which of their perfumes do you suggest we try? Do you have a preference for small perfume brands in general? If so, why? Or have you … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – What Is The Best Citrus Perfume?

Posted on May 6, 2013 by Olfactoria

Summer is near (at least on this hemisphere, forgive me Aussies and South Americans!) and it is the time to wear a fresh, light and sunny citrus scents. Which one do you recommend? In your opinion, what is the best … Continue reading →

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You Have Chosen! – Tauer Perfumes Vs. Vero Profumo

Posted on May 3, 2013 by Olfactoria

I truly enjoyed counting (and re-counting, and counting again) the votes for these two Swiss indie perfumers, because, Ladies and Gentlemen, we have a tie! I’m happy to report that the votes for these two wonderful and much admired artists … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – You Must Choose! The Swiss Edition: Vero Profumo Vs. Tauer Perfumes

Posted on April 29, 2013 by Olfactoria

Today we have another special edition Monday Question where we pitch two brands against one another. The previous matches (Chanel vs. Guerlain, Parfumerie Générale vs. By Kilian and Serge Lutens vs. Frederic Malle) have been so much fun that we … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – Do You Like to Give Or Receive Perfume As A Gift?

Posted on April 22, 2013 by Olfactoria

By Tara Do you like to receive a bottle of perfume as a present? Do you discreetly mention that you’d like a particular perfume for your birthday, anniversary etc? Which perfumes have you received as a present and were you … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – Is Your Perfume Hobby A Secret?

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Olfactoria

Are you out in the open about your perfume hobby in real life? Do you know real life perfumistas? Is your scented life strictly lived online? Have you ever met other Perfumistas in person? Is Perfumeland your secret hideaway or … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – How Do You Organize Your Collection?

Posted on April 8, 2013 by Olfactoria

Are you a neat freak who keeps perfumes in alphabetical order on the shelves? Are you more of a free spririt (who is unable to find what you are looking for in under twenty minutes)? How is your perfume collection … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – What Is Your Perfume Shopping Style?

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Olfactoria

Are you an impulsive shopper? Do you plan your next purchase with the precision of a brain surgeon? Are you dedicated to extensive research and comparison shopping? Or are you more of a sniff, grab and go person? Do you … 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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Serge Lutens Vs. Frédéric Malle – You Had To Choose! Results

Posted on March 12, 2013 by Olfactoria

Last week’s Monday Question was a lot of fun! I pitched the charismatic leaders of two esteemed houses against one another and while the race was close, there has been a clear winner in the end. The fabulous Undina, of … Continue reading →

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