Tag Archives: Fragrance

Monday Question – What Is Your Newest Fragrant Discovery?

Posted on July 2, 2012 by Olfactoria

What perfume did you recently find that you think should be in the limelight? Is there a niche brand, old or new, that is practically unknown and wonderful? Is there a new (or old) perfume we all should know about? … Continue reading →

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Now And Then – Review: L’Artisan Traversée du Bosphore

Posted on June 28, 2012 by Olfactoria

To some perfumes we feel an immediate affinity, some we dismiss out of hand. Some perfumes capture our hearts and imaginations at first sniff, some stealthily claim their place in our hearts. Some perfumes need and take their own sweet … Continue reading →

Posted in Fragrance Reviews, Fruity, Gourmand, L'Artisan Parfumeur, Leather, Rose | Tagged , , , , , , | 46 Comments

Mona’s Legacy – Mona Di Orio Les Nombres d’Or Rose Etoile de Hollande

Posted on June 26, 2012 by Olfactoria

Mona do Orio’s take on rose is eagerly anticipated by everyone who knows and loves her work. Rose Etoile de Hollande was created by Mona herself, before her untimely and tragic death last December. Her business partner Jeroen Oude Songtoen thankfully … Continue reading →

Posted in Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Heliotrope, Leather, Mona di Orio, Musk, Patchouli, Resins, Rose, Spicy, Vanilla, Woods | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 62 Comments

Monday Question – Which Perfume(s) Are You Going To Take On Vacation?

Posted on June 25, 2012 by Olfactoria

We talked about Scents of Destination last week, so I’d love to know today which perfumes you are going to take with you this summer if you are going on vacation. No matter if you are going away or staying … Continue reading →

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Gold Dust – Review: Chanel Bois des Iles

Posted on June 22, 2012 by Olfactoria

By Tara Since tumbling down the rabbit hole into Perfumeland the only perfume I have bought on the spot is Bois des Iles. It was love at first sniff and despite the price tag I couldn’t walk away without a … Continue reading →

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What I Do In Vienna Is Obvious – Review: A Lab On Fire What We do In Paris Is Secret

Posted on June 21, 2012 by Olfactoria

The title of this perfume alone is already half a blog post… A Lab On Fire has created a bit of a stir in the perfume community and while the utilitarian bottles are not drawing me in at all, perfumes … Continue reading →

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Soap Opera – Review: Guerlain Cruel Gardénia

Posted on June 20, 2012 by Olfactoria

The dear constant reader knows how much I love to complete a set. With this review I’m proud to say that I have now reviewed the entire, gorgeous and exclusive L’Art et la Matiere line. Not bad for someone hundreds … Continue reading →

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One Man, Three Leathers – Review: Parfumerie Générale Cuir d’Iris, Cuir Venenum And L’Oiseau de Nuit

Posted on June 19, 2012 by Olfactoria

Parfumerie Générale offers three leather scents in its stable and today I want to take a look at all three of them. Leather has been a note I did not like, let alone seek out for a long time. Mainly … Continue reading →

Posted in Fragrance Reviews, Fruity, Gourmand, Iris, Leather, Parfumerie Generale, Resins, Woods | Tagged , , , , , , | 45 Comments

Monday Question – What Is Your Favorite Rose Perfume?

Posted on June 18, 2012 by Olfactoria

A rose is a rose is a rose – not so, when it comes to perfumes. Thousands of different roses are out there, and I am just coming to appreciate them. Do you like roses in a perfume? What do … Continue reading →

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Scents Of Destination – Where To Wear What! A Blogging Project

Posted on June 15, 2012 by Olfactoria

Where are you going on vacation this summer? Any exotic locales? Maybe an exciting city trip? A mountain retreat? A sandy beach? To your office? Wherever you plan to go, even if you stay on your own balcony, there is … Continue reading →

Posted in Citrus, Cologne, DSH Italian Splendor, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Orange Blossom, Parfum d'Empire, Penhaligon's, Travels | Tagged , , , , | 39 Comments