Tag Archives: Frederic Malle

Monday Question – Serge Lutens or Frédéric Malle: You Must Choose!

Posted on March 4, 2013 by Olfactoria

We had a lot of fun with the previous showdowns Chanel vs. Guerlain and By Kilian vs. Parfumerie Générale, so I thought it was time for another one. I chose to set Serge Lutens against Frédéric Malle since both their … Continue reading →

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In The Circle Of Trust – My Top Five Perfumes (For Now)

Posted on February 26, 2013 by Olfactoria

The original title of this post was: “What remains when the wild frenzy ends.” But then I thought about Robert DeNiro’s character in Meet the Parents, who maintained a Circle of Trust, wherein only a very select few trusted individuals … Continue reading →

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An Evening With Frederic Malle At Liberty Of London – January 16, 2013

Posted on January 22, 2013 by Olfactoria

By Tara When you read about Frédéric Malle’s background, it does seem as if he was born with perfume in his DNA. His grandfather founded Christian Dior Parfums and his mother became their Art Director and collaborated on Eau Sauvage. … Continue reading →

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And The Winner Is – Malle Giveaway Winner Announced

Posted on October 10, 2012 by Olfactoria

I think the participation to win a Carnal Flower decant is testament to the special position this perfume has among connoisseurs. We all know it, most of us love it and many went for the chance to win some. Not to forget … Continue reading →

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Bottle Of The Month: September – And a Giveaway!

Posted on September 29, 2012 by Olfactoria

The bottle of the month for September was technically bought in August, but we won’t be sticklers for detail here, since I believe a 5ml decant of Carnal Flower is hopefully still interesting for many. I bought my bottle at … Continue reading →

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Cool, Calm And Collected – Review: Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle Angéliques Sous La Pluie

Posted on May 9, 2012 by Olfactoria

Lately, as I was looking through my past reviews of the Malle line, I saw that I never reviewed Angeliques sous la Pluie. That is an oversight I need to remedy quickly, because Angeliques is a perfume I really love to … Continue reading →

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Frédéric Malle Goes Facebook

Posted on February 18, 2012 by Olfactoria

Just a quick note to inform you that Frédéric Malle has a page on Facebook now. Most of you probably know that already, but for those of you who don’t, hop on over an take a look. Malle shares tips, … Continue reading →

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Lipstick Of Independence – Review: Edition de Parfums Frederic Malle Lipstick Rose

Posted on February 14, 2012 by Olfactoria

I am quite good at matching people to perfumes, if I may say so myself. But I am astonishingly bad at knowing what I will like and what I will hate. This is a bit embarrassing for someone who spent a fortune … Continue reading →

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Round And Glowing – Review: Editions de Parfums Frederic Malle Carnal Flower

Posted on January 6, 2012 by Olfactoria

I have been working up to this perfume for some time. Tuberose – a note previously shunned has made itself a comfortable spot in my heart by now, by way of several beautiful perfumes, like Mona di Orio Tubéreuse, Aftelier Cepes&Tuberose and By … Continue reading →

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Perfume As Medicine – Sleepless Nights, Aches And Pains And More

Posted on September 5, 2011 by Olfactoria

We all know perfume is powerful and that is why we love it. Perfume is able to conjure memories, to evoke feelings, to influence moods. Perfume is a force to be reckoned with. Nothing works better at making us happy, … Continue reading →

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