Tag Archives: Fragrance

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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Surrogate Spring – Review: Chanel Les Exclusifs Gardénia

Posted on June 13, 2012 by Olfactoria

I once wrote a damning mini-review about Chanel’s Gardénia and now I’m here to eat my words and apologize to Gardénia and all who love it, as well as to Jacques Polge (he will be so excited 😉 ). Spring is … Continue reading →

Posted in Chanel, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Jasmine, Les Exclusifs de Chanel, Tuberose | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 37 Comments

The Dangers Of Gold-Plated Vanilla – Review: Guerlain Metallica

Posted on June 12, 2012 by Olfactoria

I did not go looking for Metallica. I studiously avoided it actually, since I think not much good can come from seeking out a discontinued Guerlain. But, as fate wills it, a decant arrived on my doorstep courtesy of the beautiful Asali and … Continue reading →

Posted in Carnation, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Gourmand, Guerlain, Jasmine, Oriental, Powdery, Spicy, Vanilla, Woods | Tagged , , , , , , , | 48 Comments

Monday Question – What Are Your Favourite Gourmand Perfumes?

Posted on June 11, 2012 by Olfactoria

By Tara Do you have a love of gourmand fragrances? If so, why? Do you prefer gourmands that smell just like food or the more non-edible variety? Can you name your Top 3 favourite gourmand perfumes? Are gourmand perfumes just … Continue reading →

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Beautiful Perfume Advertisements – Chanel Bleu Movie

Posted on June 9, 2012 by Olfactoria

Gaspard Ulliel starring a movie directed by Martin Scorsese. Sounds good, doesn’t it? Looks good too. A shame the perfume that it was made for is such a let down. You would be hard pressed to find something more generic … Continue reading →

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What Karl Wears – Review: Chanel Les Exclusifs Eau de Cologne

Posted on June 7, 2012 by Olfactoria

If there is one perfume in the Les Exclusifs line up that truly requires that big and beautiful 200ml (6.8 fl.oz) bottle, it is Eau de Cologne. It was made to use lavishly and this is just what you want … Continue reading →

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Something Old And Something New – Review: Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Pamplelune And Lys Soleia

Posted on June 6, 2012 by Olfactoria

The Aqua Allegoria line of Guerlain is more (but unfortunately sometimes less) than a collection of starter scents. Intended for summer wear, Aqua Allegoria features light and sprightly perfumes, some are in the permanent line, some fade out after a season, depending … Continue reading →

Posted in Aquatic, Citrus, Cologne, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Fruity, Gourmand, Guerlain, Lily, Oriental, Spicy, Tuberose, Vanilla, Ylang Ylang | Tagged , , , , , , | 63 Comments

An Unofficial Rose – Review: Dior La Collection Privée Ambre Nuit Revisited

Posted on June 5, 2012 by Olfactoria

The great Iris Murdoch would hopefully forgive me for appropriating her book title (she herself lent it from Rupert Brooke’s poem “The Old Vicarage, Grantchester”) for my review, but I find it so wonderfully fitting, I started re-reading this Shakespearean comedy of errors … Continue reading →

Posted in Amber, Dior, Dior La Collection Privée, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Oriental, Patchouli, Rose, Woods | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 36 Comments

Monday Question – Poll: How Many Perfumes Do You Own?

Posted on June 4, 2012 by Olfactoria

It is confession time, people! This Monday Question includes a poll, so you (and I) don’t have to disclose an actual number in the comments, but can anonymously vote in the poll. Of course you can still divulge, confess and … Continue reading →

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Beautiful Perfume Advertisements – Chanel Coco Mademoiselle Movie

Posted on June 2, 2012 by Olfactoria

Keira Knightley, the face of Coco Mademoiselle starrs in this 2011 commercial, as a beige-clad motorcyclist with sadistic tendencies. She drives to a photo shoot, seduces the photographer, lets him sniff her feet fresh out of leather boots, only to … Continue reading →

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