Tag Archives: London

People In Perfumeland – Hiram Green of Hiram Green Perfumes

Posted on September 25, 2013 by Olfactoria

In this week’s edition of People in Perfumeland I am happy to welcome Hiram Green. Hiram is a perfumer currently living and working in Holland. He founded Scent Systems, a perfumery in London. What he missed in the perfume market … Continue reading →

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My Summer Crush – Review: Nuxe Prodigieux Le Parfum

Posted on September 6, 2013 by Olfactoria

By Tara The dry oil Huile Prodigieuse by French skincare and cosmetics brand Nuxe, has been a cult beauty product for a number of years. Suitable for face, body and hair, it is a “must-pack” for those in the know … Continue reading →

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The Candy Perfume Boy’s Summer Special – Perfume Lovers London, The Cavendish Club, London on Thursday 18th July 2013

Posted on July 20, 2013 by Olfactoria

By Tara After the wettest summer on record in 2012, we are now in the midst of a heatwave here in the UK. On the day of the event, the temperature had topped 30 degrees for five days running. What better … Continue reading →

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An Evening with Francis Kurkdjian at Perfume Lovers London, 20th June 2013

Posted on June 25, 2013 by Olfactoria

By Tara I was very curious to witness what perfumer Francis Kurkdjian was like in person, particularly because of how outspoken he has been in the past. He has little time for perfume criticism, professed to hate the way perfumistas … Continue reading →

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An Evening With Kilian Hennessy At Les Senteurs, London, 17th June 2013

Posted on June 19, 2013 by Olfactoria

By Tara I was embarrassingly excited to attend an event with Kilian Hennessy to celebrate his brand By Kilian coming to my favourite perfume boutique, Les Senteurs on 2 Seymour Place in London. The event was held downstairs in the … Continue reading →

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Tale Of A London Perfume Crawl – And A Giveaway!

Posted on March 6, 2013 by Olfactoria

By Tara Bright and early last Saturday morning I met up with a gaggle of perfume lovers in east London’s trendy Spitalfields. (Perhaps we should have our own collective noun, a “flacon of perfumistas” maybe?). After a coffee and croissant … 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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Roja Dove – An Extraordinary Englishman Part II

Posted on November 15, 2012 by Olfactoria

Here is Part II of my interview with Roja Dove at the Haute Parfumerie in Harrod’s in London. Read Part I here. How did you come up with the names of your perfumes, what do they signify for you? Danger, … Continue reading →

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Roja Dove – An Extraordinary Englishman Part I

Posted on November 14, 2012 by Olfactoria

It is easy to fall under the charming spell of Roja Dove. Britain’s most prominent perfumer, Roja is on his way to being a legend. The most-quoted perfumer and perfume historian of our time, he lives and breathes his passion … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – Would You Like To Work In The Perfume Industry?

Posted on November 5, 2012 by Olfactoria

Is your dream to become a perfumer yourself? Would you like to start your own brand? Design bottles maybe? Work in perfume retail? Open your own store? Do you see yourself working in the industry in the future? Or are … Continue reading →

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