Tag Archives: Perfume

Perfume Brings People Together! – Fragrance And Friendship

Posted on March 11, 2011 by Olfactoria

I received another lovely parcel from Oregon. My dear friend Dee so generously sent samples as well as little goodies for my children and even my husband got his share of Dee’s generousness in the from of his beloved Junior … Continue reading →

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Desire – Review: Frapin 1697

Posted on March 11, 2011 by Olfactoria

After reading and commenting on this review about Frapin 1697 on PST, the generous Marla contacted me and offered to share her sample with me. I gladly accepted of course. Frapin 1697 is the new launch from the House of Frapin … Continue reading →

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Where Is Your Power? – Rant And Review: Dior Escale aux Marquises

Posted on March 10, 2011 by Olfactoria

The third release in Dior’s Voyage series, Escale aux Marquises is a blend of Tiaré flower and spices that it supposed to take us on an exotic trip to faraway islands in the Indian ocean. Escale aux Marquises was released in 2010, composed by Francois … Continue reading →

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Giveaway Winners Announced!

Posted on March 9, 2011 by Olfactoria

Thank you all for your responses! I am happy to see that many of you took a chance to win one of five Atelier Cologne decants. I have drawn five numbers (or rather random.org has) and the following five readers … Continue reading →

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French Colonial Style – Review: Dior Escale à Pondichéry

Posted on March 9, 2011 by Olfactoria

On the hunt for the perfect summer scent I happened upon the Dior Voyage collection “Les Escales”. There are three Eaux de Toilette (for now, I have no doubt the line is going to be extended). The first to be … Continue reading →

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Uncontested Beauty – Review: Amouage Lyric Woman

Posted on March 8, 2011 by Olfactoria

As I explained in my first review of an Amouage perfume – Epic Woman – I tried to stay away from the line, as to not fall down an uncontrollable rabbit hole. Well, I did try other Amouage’s and I … Continue reading →

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Tea Ceremony – Review: Hermessence Osmanthe Yunnan

Posted on March 7, 2011 by Olfactoria

Osmanthe Yunnan is part of the nine perfumes that make up the boutique-exclusive Hermessence line by Hermès, created by in-house perfumer Jean-Claude Ellena. I have a soft spot for Ellena and his every creation gets special treatment, meaning I am … Continue reading →

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Monday Question – Do You Need A Full Bottle?

Posted on March 7, 2011 by Olfactoria

Do you prefer having a favorite scent in its original vessel? Do you make do with a decant or do you simply not care where your perfume is housed? Do you collect samples or do you consider only really owning … Continue reading →

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Last Week In Perfumeland – Weekend Link Love

Posted on March 6, 2011 by Olfactoria

This Sunday the entire Olfactoria family is piling into the new gigantic slightly larger than usual car to drive to the country. A visit with my parents to show off the car the kids is the plan. I am looking … Continue reading →

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Olfactoria On Perfume Smellin’ Things – NYC Week

Posted on March 5, 2011 by Olfactoria

It is New York Week on PST, please come on over to read about my olfactory memories of that wonderful city. Have a great weekend!

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