Tag Archives: Perfume

Beginner’s Rose – Review: A Dozen Roses Shakespeare In Love

Hello to you at Olfactoria’s Travels. Portia from Australian Perfume Junkies and Perfume Posse here and so excited to be back guest-writing for Olfactoria’s Travels. Today we are going to look at a decant I bought in a split recently. I … Continue reading

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Monday Question – What Have You Been Reading Lately?

An off-topic question for your today (although you can always recommend a perfume book of course!): Which good book did you read lately? What would you recommend for a suspenseful, harrowing, heart-wrenching or funny read? What genre of books do … Continue reading

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From Brazil To Amalfi, Around The World With Indult – Mini Reviews

By Sandra I have already introduced you to a new great perfume love of mine – Tihota by Indult. In all honesty, I was weary about trying the other perfumes simply because I was not sure if they could live … Continue reading

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People In Perfumeland – Steven Lindquist Of The Scented Hound Blog

This week we hear from fellow blogger Steven also known as The Scented Hound. Steven shares his fragrant experiences and adventures on his blog. He lives with his husband and his three adorable cats in Virginia, USA. View this post … Continue reading

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Portia Says Hello! – Review: Hermès Un Jardin Sur Le Nil

Editor’s Note: When I met Portia in Vienna a few weeks ago, she generously offered to write for OT now and again and since I have a hard time doing too much of that myself lately, I gratefully accepted and … Continue reading

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Monday Question – What Is Your Favorite Sensual Perfume?

Which perfume do you find especially sexy? Is there a scent that you find very erotic? Which perfumes makes you feel sensual? My Answer: What a question today! I can be sure to draw all kinds of unwanted Google traffic … Continue reading

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No Pirates – Review: Hermès Epice Marine

By Sandra Hermès is a house that I admire with my deepest soul. Everything about Hermès demands my attention – through its luxurious scarves and ties to its impeccably polished leather goods down to its elegant perfume collection. I have … Continue reading

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People In Perfumeland – Florian Pedemanaud, Fragrance Training Manager

I met Florian Pedemanaud in London several years ago through a mutual friend. He is one of the lucky few who managed to make their living from their passion. A Perfumista extraordinaire, Florian got his start in the business at … Continue reading

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Portia Fest 2014, London, Saturday 8th February

By Tara I’ve never experienced the peace and love vibe of a music festival, but I think I got pretty close to that last Saturday. It was the uplifting feeling of being surrounded by fabulous like-minded people with a shared … Continue reading

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Monday Question: Do You Sometimes Find Forgotten Treasures In Your Collection?

Chances are, when you have more than, say, three bottles, that you tend to forget some perfumes in your collection in the frenzy to try and buy new ones. It is lovely to discover something in your perfume closet that … Continue reading

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