Category Archives: Woods

Something Smells Funny Here – Perfume Mini-Reviews Part 2

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Olfactoria

Since the first part of this kind of post had such a positive feedback, here is another installment. Six small non-reviews of things that did not make the cut, for various reasons… Perles de Lalique: is a spicy rose that completely … Continue reading →

Posted in Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Gourmand, Green, Spicy, Woods | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 32 Comments

Breakfast And Dessert: Review: Parfumerie Générale Tonkamande And Praliné De Santal

Posted on May 17, 2011 by Olfactoria

Pierre Guillaume, handsome creator (he probably hates having his looks commented on everywhere and every time, but, come on, he is exceptionally beautiful, and I say that from a purely aesthetic standpoint ;), also he is not exactly trying to keep … Continue reading →

Posted in Aldehydic, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Parfumerie Generale, Woods | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 45 Comments

The Journey Inwards – Review: Voyage d’Hermès

Posted on May 11, 2011 by Olfactoria

I have talked about my split perfume personality already. The oriental lover and the transparency aficionado in me, both demand their rights, thankfully they live in harmony and sometimes one is dominant, then the other. Whenever my sheer, light, delicate-craving side emerges, … Continue reading →

Posted in Citrus, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Hermès, Musk, Woods | Tagged , , , , , | 31 Comments

The Sacred And Profane Scent Machine – Review: L’Artisan Parfumeur Coeur de Vétiver Sacré

Posted on May 5, 2011 by Olfactoria

Coeur de Vétiver Sacré, “the offering to the gods, the mystical journey, a basket filled with fruits, flowers, spices and incense, with balms and precious woods.” That is how L’Artisan describes this perfume, an ode to vétiver. The material is … Continue reading →

Posted in Fragrance Reviews, Fruity, L'Artisan Parfumeur, Woods | Tagged , , , , , , | 34 Comments

Polished Patchouli – Review: Chanel Coromandel

Posted on April 29, 2011 by Olfactoria

Because I have more time now to look into my box of samples, I made another stunning discovery: Les Exclusifs de Chanel offers one perfume that is impressive in both sillage and longevity. Unlike the others, of which I like … Continue reading →

Posted in Amber, Chanel, Fragrance Reviews, Les Exclusifs de Chanel, Oriental, Spicy, Woods | Tagged , , , , , , , | 38 Comments

Three Figs – Review: L’Artisan Prémier Figuier, Diptyque Philosykos And Parfumerie Générale N°16 Jardins de Kerylos

Posted on April 27, 2011 by Olfactoria

Fig perfumes – for me – are very easy to love. They have everything I crave in a summer perfume. Fresh, green, a little fruity, woody, leafy-grassy, complex but instantly recognizable, a fig scent makes me happy. One of them … Continue reading →

Posted in Diptyque, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Fruity, L'Artisan Parfumeur, Parfumerie Generale, Woods | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | 40 Comments

Spice Up Your Life! – Review: Hermessence Poivre Samarcande

Posted on April 26, 2011 by Olfactoria

Poivre Samarcande, one of the four originally released Hermessences, is consistently described as masculine, which is why a sample has been languishing in my sample box for the longest time, unsniffed and ignored. I am so glad I finally got around to trying it. … Continue reading →

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Hot Air And Fresh Fruit – Review: Nez à Nez Figues Et Garcons

Posted on March 31, 2011 by Olfactoria

Do you know Nez à Nez? The company was founded in 2005 by Christa Patout and Stéphane Humbert Lucas, they started with ten Eaux de Parfums of which Figues et Garcons is one. The brand has been pretty much under … Continue reading →

Posted in Fragrance Reviews, Fruity, Green, Nez à Nez, Woods | Tagged , , , , , , , | 21 Comments

Insane Vanilla – Review: Atelier Cologne Vanille Insensée

Posted on March 15, 2011 by Olfactoria

Vanille Insensée is the sixth fragrance by my new favorite line Atelier Cologne. It was released for spring, which upon first look seems like an odd decision. Most vanilla scents are geared towards the cooler seasons since it lies in … Continue reading →

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The Definitive Oud-Post – My First And Last Look At The Hottest Note Of The Decade

Posted on February 25, 2011 by Olfactoria

I am no Oud fan. Never was, never will be.  There is no love lost between me and Oud. It may be the hottest note “evah” – I don’t care and I don’t see the fuss, to tell you the … Continue reading →

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