Tag Archives: Fragrance

Monday Question – How Do You Feel About Decants?

Posted on October 17, 2011 by Olfactoria

By Tara Do you think decants are the sensible and economical way to own a lot of different perfumes? Do you own many more decants than full bottles? How do you decide whether to buy a decant and not a … Continue reading →

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Last Week In Perfume Land – Weekend Link Love

Posted on October 16, 2011 by Olfactoria

The past week I made some very nice discoveries in my sample box. I am rather chuffed at the fact that I have now a very comprehensive collection. When I need something, chances are not bad it is in there … Continue reading →

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More Than One White Gardenia Petal? – A Correction

Posted on October 15, 2011 by Olfactoria

I felt the need (for quite some time now) to update my take on Illuminum White Gardenia Petals, the famed perfume Kate Middleton allegedly wore to her wedding. I could write a lot about this issue here, but I won’t, … Continue reading →

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Easy Elegance – Review: Chanel Les Exclusifs 31 Rue Cambon

Posted on October 14, 2011 by Olfactoria

By Tara  31 Rue Cambon is a mass of contradictions; modern yet timeless, spare yet luxurious, elegant yet relaxed, chypre yet without oakmoss. In my capsule Chanel perfume wardrobe, Bois des Iles is the little black dress, Cuir de Russie … Continue reading →

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Don Draper’s Secret Weapon – Review: Mona Di Orio Les Nombres d’Or Vétyver

Posted on October 13, 2011 by Olfactoria

Since I had such success with the other perfumes in the line, I wanted to smell Vétyver as, albeit I must say it was – along with Cuir – my lowest priority, as I am not really drawn to vetiver … Continue reading →

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Tom Times Three – Review: Tom Ford Santal Blush, Jasmine Rouge And Violet Blonde

Posted on October 12, 2011 by Olfactoria

Tom Ford generously showers us with three new release this fall. Two in his Private Blend range and one in the wide distribution signature line. Let’s get going then: Tom Ford Private Blend Santal Blush: Don’t you love this image? … Continue reading →

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This Is My Suit Of Armour – Review: Vero Profumo Onda Extrait de Parfum

Posted on October 11, 2011 by Olfactoria

I have had this tiny sample of Onda in extrait form, for at least six months. I looked at it everytime I opened my sample box, which is quite often as you can imagine, but whenever I wanted to try … Continue reading →

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A Stroll Around the Department Store – Mini Reviews

Posted on October 10, 2011 by Olfactoria

I sniffed my way through a bunch of new releases the other day and thought I’d share my impressions. Caveat: these are no reviews, just my thoughts upon first smelling a perfume, we all know how that first impression can … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – What Is Your Favorite New Release This Fall?

Posted on October 10, 2011 by Olfactoria

Which perfume have you anticipated the most? Did it fulfill your expectations? Have you been disappointed? What upcoming perfume launch interests you the most? My Answer: I was looking forward the most to Guerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial and Chanel N°19 Poudré, … Continue reading →

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Last Week In Perfume Land – Weekend Link Love

Posted on October 9, 2011 by Olfactoria

This week has been an extraordinary good week in terms of perfumed surprises. I received many packages from all over the world from kind, lovely, generous and like-minded friends. Thank you so much, you know who you are! So I … Continue reading →

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