Tag Archives: Perfume

The Heroine Of Summers Past – Review: Yosh Ginger Ciao

Posted on November 6, 2012 by Olfactoria

Yosh Han, Californian perfumer extraordinaire, says the name of this perfume, Ginger Ciao, is actually the name of the heroine of a novella she has written. Ginger Ciao, evocative of every overblown female lead somewhere between James Bond and Austin Powers, surely … 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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A Smaller Empire – Review: Parfum d’Empire Cuir Ottoman

Posted on November 2, 2012 by Olfactoria

Leather – I have to say, I love it. That is fairly new for me and therefore I’m still somewhat  amazed at the fact. I had good experiences with the Parfum d’Empire line, so to try their leather scent was a must. … Continue reading →

Posted in Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Incense, Iris, Jasmine, Leather, Oriental, Parfum d'Empire, Resins | Tagged , , , , , | 45 Comments

Smell With Me – Olfactoria’s Travels Turns Two!

Posted on October 30, 2012 by Olfactoria

Two years ago to the day, I published my first post on this blog. I cringe a bit when I look back over my early efforts, but I don’t change them, because they show the progress I’ve made over time. … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – Did You Ever Have A Signature Scent?

Posted on October 29, 2012 by Olfactoria

In your (long-gone) days of normal perfume behaviour, did you have a signature scent? Was there one perfume you have been loyal to for years? Which perfume was part of you for a significant amount of time? If you never had … Continue reading →

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My Kingdom For This Horse! – Review: Parfum d’Empire Equistrius

Posted on October 26, 2012 by Olfactoria

I wanted to re-post this review, since Equistrius made a major comeback in my perfume-wearing habits. Over the summer I completely neglected this gem in my collection, because it somehow did not work at all, but now that temperatures are down again, I’m once more reveling in its … Continue reading →

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A Short Break From Daily Drudgery – Olfactoria Is Off To London!

Posted on October 25, 2012 by Olfactoria

I’m flying to my favorite city on earth today, the hopefully not too rainy London. Of course I’m going there not just for fun and games, but to bring you a taste of London’s finest in perfumery. I have an … Continue reading →

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Elegance Is Timeless – Review: Ann Gerard Cuir de Nacre

Posted on October 23, 2012 by Olfactoria

Bertrand Duchaufour created a trio of perfumes for Parisian jewellery designer Ann Gerard. The first I tried was Cuir de Nacre, an iris-leather perfume. It sounded divine from what I have read about it, and fortunately I have not been disappointed. … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – What Is Your Favorite Incense Perfume?

Posted on October 22, 2012 by Olfactoria

Which perfume featuring a prominent incense note is on your favorite list? Which incense perfumes do you love, like, hate? What do you associate with incense? My Answer: Incense, for me, has strong associations with the catholic church. I grew up going … Continue reading →

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For The Very First Time – Perfumista Rites of Passage

Posted on October 19, 2012 by Olfactoria

By Tara At the beginning of our journey through Perfumeland most of us will encounter a number of small milestones which make us feel more and more like a member of this secret scented society. Here are some of mine … Continue reading →

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