Tag Archives: Fragrance

Olfactoria On Perfume Smellin’ Things

Posted on July 16, 2011 by Olfactoria

I am posting again on PST today. Let us find out what is in a name… I hope to see you over there!

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Hattrick – Review: Xerjoff Shooting Stars Dhajala

Posted on July 15, 2011 by Olfactoria

I plowed on through the Xerjoffs with the idea still placed firmly in my mind that one (Oesel) or two (Lua) swallows do not make a summer, meaning it would be unnecessary and money down the drain to purchase the Shooting … Continue reading →

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Hot Chocolate – Review: Parfumerie Générale Musc Maori

Posted on July 14, 2011 by Olfactoria

Chocolate is something I couldn’t and wouldn’t want to live without. There is always, and I mean ALWAYS a little stash in my house (don’t tell the kids!). But chocolate in perfume? Nah, I don’t think so. I want to eat … Continue reading →

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Defying Chong – Review: Amouage Library Collection Opus III

Posted on July 13, 2011 by Olfactoria

I was reluctant to approach the Library collection for several reasons. First and foremost my love for Epic, Lyric and Memoir and now the major love affair with Honour are expensive enough. Secondly, the Library collection goes down a different … Continue reading →

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The Scent Of Silence – Review: Comme des Garcons Kyoto

Posted on July 12, 2011 by Olfactoria

Sometimes I crave silence more than anything else. I love my sons, but their constant, and I mean CONSTANT blabbering, is sometimes hard to take. I am glad they are lively and love to talk, I am glad they want … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – Which Perfume House Offers The Best Edited Line?

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Olfactoria

Imagine you have to recommend one single perfume house to a new Perfumista to start, which one would it be? Which line offers the greatest variety? Which house has a good representative of every perfume category? Which house has great … Continue reading →

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Last Week In Perfume Land – Weekend Link Love

Posted on July 10, 2011 by Olfactoria

The first week of July flew past. We all have been ill these past weeks, hopefully that bug has been dealt with now. We are barbecuing today with the Grandparents and my husband’s sister’s family. Good food and exited kids … Continue reading →

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Another Day At The Beach – Summer Scent Mini-Reviews Part 2

Posted on July 8, 2011 by Olfactoria

Another day at the beach is in order (yes, I am aware of living in a landlocked country, painfully aware!), but Part 1 was fun, so here are a few more candidates to take along: Jo Malone Sweet Lemon Cologne: is primarily … Continue reading →

Posted in Aquatic, Citrus, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Fruity, Green | Tagged , , , , | 33 Comments

Wordless – Review: Aftelier Tango

Posted on July 6, 2011 by Olfactoria

When I apply Mandy Aftel‘s Tango many things happen at once. The most impressive thing, for somebody like me who loves writing and loves writing about perfume even more, is the fact that it overwhelms me with a multitude of … Continue reading →

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Anya’s Garden Sample Set Giveaway Winner!

Posted on July 5, 2011 by Olfactoria

I was overwhelmed by the enthusiastic response to this Giveaway, Anya’s perfumes are special, so maybe it is not so surprising at all. 🙂 Thank you all very much for commenting, all your inspired and inspiring remarks about amber have been a … Continue reading →

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