Tag Archives: Perfume

Kate Middleton’s Perfume- Review: Illuminum White Gardenia Petals

Posted on May 9, 2011 by Olfactoria

UPDATE October 2011: This review is of a batch of Illuminum White Gardenia Petals that I purchased shortly after the wedding of Kate Middleton and Prince William. It has come to my attention and nose that the current perfume sold under that … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – What Perfume Embodies Spring For You?

Posted on May 9, 2011 by Olfactoria

What perfume is your favorite for spring? Which scent symbolizes the season best for you? If you had to pick just one spring fragrance to wear the entire season, which one would it be and why? My Answer: The one … Continue reading →

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Last Week In Perfume Land – Weekend Link Love

Posted on May 8, 2011 by Olfactoria

Today is Mother’s Day in Austria and in the US! I am curious if anybody in my house remembered that! They certainly tell the children in Kindergarten, so I can probably trust that Paul will present me with something he … Continue reading →

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Olfactoria On Perfume Smellin’ Things

Posted on May 7, 2011 by Olfactoria

I am posting about an interesting new invention over on PST today. I hope to see you over there!

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Basso Profondo – Review: Parfum d’Empire Ambre Russe

Posted on May 6, 2011 by Olfactoria

“Yummy amber, dirty – Ha!” Those were the words I noted in my little black book, when I first smelled Ambre Russe. A sample sent by the lovely reader Tara, Ambre Russe did not take long to find its way … Continue reading →

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The Sacred And Profane Scent Machine – Review: L’Artisan Parfumeur Coeur de Vétiver Sacré

Posted on May 5, 2011 by Olfactoria

Coeur de Vétiver Sacré, “the offering to the gods, the mystical journey, a basket filled with fruits, flowers, spices and incense, with balms and precious woods.” That is how L’Artisan describes this perfume, an ode to vétiver. The material is … Continue reading →

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Work Horse – Review: Frapin Caravelle Epicée

Posted on May 3, 2011 by Olfactoria

My infatuation with Frapin 1697 led me to explore the rest of the line, Caravelle Epicée was the only Frapin I had heard of before. And there are mostly good things to be heard. Caravelle Epicée is easy to love. … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – What Would Your Bespoke Perfume Be Like?

Posted on May 2, 2011 by Olfactoria

If you could commission a bespoke perfume for yourself, money being no object, what would it smell like? Who would you want to create it? What would you call it? Tell me about your brief! My Answer: I am always … Continue reading →

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Last Week In Perfumeland – Weekend Link Love and Reminder To Vote For Mandy Aftel FiFi Award 2011

Posted on May 1, 2011 by Olfactoria

This Sunday is dedicated to trying to relax and doing only things that everybody loves to do. A lazy Sunday is what we envision. I am certain this will involve lots of scooter driving, trying to eat grass and little … Continue reading →

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Olfactoria On Perfume Smellin’ Things

Posted on April 30, 2011 by Olfactoria

This week there is new post on PST again, this one is very dear to my heart, please check it out! 🙂 See you over there!

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