Tag Archives: Perfume

Perfumer Sandrine Videault Has Died

Posted on July 4, 2013 by Olfactoria

I just heard that perfumer Sandrine Videault, creator of the wonderful Les Nez Manoumalia, has passed away yesterday. She recently worked on a perfume called Magnolia Grandiflora for the floral artisan company Grandiflora in Sydney, Australia. Luckily a sample of … Continue reading →

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Happy Fourth Of July!

Posted on July 4, 2013 by Olfactoria

To all my American friends and readers I wish a very happy Independence Day. Eat a lot and have a relaxing day among loved ones! So tell me, what is your SotD on the 4th aside from BBQ smells? (Mine … Continue reading →

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Flying the Flag – Union Perfumes Mini-Reviews

Posted on July 3, 2013 by Olfactoria

By Tara Perfume brand Union launched with four fragrances in 2012. Their concept is to produce fragrances using raw materials from across the British Isles. For example, there is violet leaf from Devon, England, wild thyme from Snowdonia, Wales, bracken … Continue reading →

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People In Perfumeland – Dawn Spencer Hurwitz of DSH Perfumes

Posted on July 2, 2013 by Olfactoria

Dawn Spencer Hurwitz is as much known in Perfumeland for her broad collection of beautiful creations as she is for her warm personality. Based in Boulder, Colorado, she is a prolific creator. Her numerous scents are have found fans all … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – Did You Ever Buy A Perfume For The Bottle Alone?

Posted on July 1, 2013 by Olfactoria

Did you ever fall head over heels for a bottle, and only the bottle? Is it sometimes more about what’s outside than what’s inside? Did you ever buy a perfume as a decorative object rather than an olfactory one? My … Continue reading →

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People In Perfumeland – Neela Vermeire Of Neela Vermeire Creations

Posted on June 26, 2013 by Olfactoria

Neela Vermeire is an incredibly warm and loving person I had the great fortune to personally meet in Vienna. She is also the creator of arguably the best niche launch in recent history. Her line is all about passion, quality, … 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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Monday Question – What Is Your Favorite Tropical Perfume?

Posted on June 24, 2013 by Olfactoria

Summer is here and it’s the time when we reach for our most exotic florals. This is the place to give and look for recommendations for perfumes that conjure up long days at the beach and mellow evenings under the … Continue reading →

Posted in Estée Lauder, Floral, Frederic Malle, Fruity, Honoré des Pres, Jasmine, Monday Question, Montale, Nasomatto, Ormonde Jayne, Parfums MDCI, Tuberose, Yosh | Tagged , , | 103 Comments

Song And Dance And Tuberose – Review: Parfumerie Générale N° 17 Tubéreuse Couture

Posted on June 20, 2013 by Olfactoria

By Sandra As all of us know, tuberose is a perfume note that causes either adoration or loathing. It is carnal, sensual, earthy, creamy and has many crawling back for more or others sprinting away in horror. I fall into … Continue reading →

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People In Perfumeland – Madalina Stoica and Julien Blanchard Of Jul Et Mad

Posted on June 18, 2013 by Olfactoria

Today the couple behind the new niche brand Jul et Mad, Julien Blanchard and Madalina Stoica have graciously agreed to answer my questionnaire. Julien and Madalina have met on the streets of Paris, fell in love and eventually decided to … Continue reading →

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