Tag Archives: London

Olfactoria In London – Meet Me At The Meet Up And Other News

Posted on March 19, 2012 by Olfactoria

I was invited to talk at a Perfume Lovers Meet Up in London this spring, organized by the lovely Lila Das Gupta. I will talk about my favorite fragrant subject – Amber. So if you happen to live in or … Continue reading →

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Looking For Spring With Guerlain – Review: Guerlain Un Ville, Un Parfum London

Posted on February 29, 2012 by Olfactoria

As I wrote in my previous Looking For Spring post, this time of the year lends itself to fresh and uplifting perfumes that jolt me out of my cold-induced rigor. I received a sample of Guerlain’s newest addition to their … Continue reading →

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What’s Up With The Perfume Embargo? – Status Report On The No-Buy

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Olfactoria

Almost three months ago I wrote a post about how I planned to change my perfume acquiring habits. Today is my birthday, a notable exception to the new frugality I imposed on myself. Time to take a look back and … Continue reading →

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Variatio Delectat – A Visit At L’Artisan Parfumeur

Posted on April 18, 2011 by Olfactoria

I love many L’Artisan perfumes, there are a few reviews to be found here, but the wonderful visit to the L’Artisan boutique in London’s Covent Garden, elevated my appreciation for the brand to something bordering infatuation. That is due not … Continue reading →

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Olfactoria On The Road – London Day Four

Posted on April 14, 2011 by Olfactoria

Yesterday evening was amazing! I had the good fortune to smell and hear all about L’Artisan Parfumeur in their London boutique at Covent Garden. This deserves its own post, so please check back to see lots of photos and my … Continue reading →

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Olfactoria On The Road – London Day Three

Posted on April 13, 2011 by Olfactoria

Yesterday Harrods with all its fragrant delights was on my schedule. First my friend E. and I went to the fifth floor where Roja Dove’s Haute Parfumerie is located. A beautiful boutique filled to the brim with the best of … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – What Is Your Ideal Perfume-Shopping Destination?

Posted on April 11, 2011 by Olfactoria

Since I am in London this week, the Monday question is: Where do you want to shop for perfume? What is the best city? What is your dream destination when it comes to immersing yourself in as much perfume as … Continue reading →

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Olfactoria On The Road – London Day One

Posted on April 10, 2011 by Olfactoria

I landed in London this afternoon to extraordinarily beautiful, unseasonally warm weather. We checked in at the lovely Dukes Hotel in St James After unpacking M (my husband) and I went to a pub to meet our friends, who live … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – Special Edition: What Would You Like To Ask Linda Pilkington?

Posted on April 4, 2011 by Olfactoria

I will have the honor and good fortune to meet Linda Pilkington, founder of the wonderful luxury niche house Ormonde Jayne in her Mayfair store in London next week. Since I will have the chance to ask her a few … Continue reading →

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Christmas Came Early – A Wonderful Surprise From London

Posted on December 2, 2010 by Olfactoria

In Austria, we don´t wait for Santa Claus to bring presents on Christmas Morning, but we have the “Christkindl”, or Christ Child. It is a mixture of the Baby Jesus and an angel and it brings the tree as well … Continue reading →

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