Category Archives: Ramblings

The Untitled Series – Chandler Burr Wants Us To Smell For Smell’s Sake

Posted on June 1, 2012 by Olfactoria

“Chandler Burr, the curator of The Department of Olfactory Art at New York’s Museum of Arts and Design, the scent editor for GQ magazine and the former scent critic for The New York Times, is creating a project on OpenSky that’s never been done before. He’s bringing … Continue reading →

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Perfume Shopping Around The World – New Page Added!

Posted on May 25, 2012 by Olfactoria

There is a new page up there, Perfume Shopping Around The World, a compilation of links throughout the blogosphere concerning shopping for perfume in several cities. Nothing beats perfume shopping while on vacation or a business trip! The idea and … Continue reading →

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“Olfactoria, Queen of Amber” – Perfume Lovers London Meetup, Thursday 17th May 2012

Posted on May 20, 2012 by Olfactoria

By Tara Another month, another convening of Perfume Lovers London at the New Cavendish Club. But this was a particularly special meeting because the talk was being given by our very own Olfactoria, who had made the journey over from … Continue reading →

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Beautiful Perfume Advertisements – Chanel Coco Movie

Posted on May 19, 2012 by Olfactoria

The advertisement for Chanel Coco with Vanessa Paradis and a beautiful cat from 1993 is famous. I don’t see Coco advertised at all anymore, which is sad. I adore this commercial! It is so well made, very original and that … Continue reading →

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I’m In London! – Olfactoria Travels For Real

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Olfactoria

I’m in London today, my talk event yesterday evening is over and I am free to really enjoy myself! (How was it? No idea, this is a scheduled post! 😉 ) I’m going sniffing and shopping today. Sending you all … Continue reading →

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Beautiful Perfume Advertisements – Chanel N°5 Movie #5

Posted on May 12, 2012 by Olfactoria

The newest face to represent Chanel No5 will be none other than Brad Pitt (according to The Perfume Shrine). An extraordinary development – I think it is great! Going back in time, the seventies saw Catherine Deneuve (1973) as the … Continue reading →

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As Sample As This – Win A Sample Of Vero Profumo’s New Perfume

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Olfactoria

Vero Kern is releasing a new perfume soon! As a big fan of Onda, my suit of armour, Kiki, the lively Parisian sprite and Rubj, the sensuous seducer, I can’t wait to smell it. After the release of three Eau de … Continue reading →

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Beautiful Perfume Advertisements – Chanel N°5 Movie #4

Posted on May 5, 2012 by Olfactoria

Elegant Frenchwoman Carole Bouquet was the face of Chanel N°5 in the 1980s. Here is the commercial for the perfume. Aesthetics have changed, fashion changes on a daily basis, but style and elegance are timeless, as both Carol and N°5 … Continue reading →

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Katie Puckrik Smells And How! – Perfume Lovers London Meetup Thursday 19th April 2012

Posted on April 21, 2012 by Olfactoria

By Tara Perfumes Lovers London is a Meetup group that was launched earlier this year by Lila Das Gupta, with support from Basenotes.net and Escentual.com. Fragrance fanatics convene at the New Cavendish Club in London’s West End to hear a … Continue reading →

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What The Husband Wears – The Masculine Side Of Life

Posted on April 18, 2012 by Olfactoria

My husband has come far. Being dragged unwillingly into the forecourt of Perfumeland by me, he has evolved from wearing Ralph Lauren Polo Blue for years to having a small, but distinguished little stash of high quality fragrances (appointed by … Continue reading →

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