Tag Archives: Review

Contrasts – Review: Jo Loves Gardenia

Posted on April 24, 2013 by Olfactoria

What I enjoy most about perfume is the fact that it is possible to love complete opposites. It is not only possible but also allowed to adore a perfume like Vero Kern’s Onda one day and go for something completely … Continue reading →

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Coming Home – Review: Jul Et Mad Terrasse á Saint-Germain

Posted on April 23, 2013 by Olfactoria

By Sandra Jul et Mad’s first chapter of their love story, took me on an exciting chance encounter on Lexington Avenue with Stilettos on Lex. When I first smelled the samples it was a cursory sniff of the top. I … Continue reading →

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Carrie, Springtime And I – Review: Jul Et Mad Stilettos On Lex

Posted on April 17, 2013 by Olfactoria

By Sandra When I first smelled Jul et Mad’s Stilettos on Lex I actually giggled. Strange reaction to have, but truth be told, it was a giggle of joy at having the opportunity to smell such a beautiful perfume and … Continue reading →

Posted in Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Fruity, Gourmand, Jul Et Mad, Patchouli, Rose, Vanilla, Violet | Tagged , , , , , , , | 41 Comments

The First Days Of Spring – Review: Olfactive Studio Flash Back

Posted on April 5, 2013 by Olfactoria

Olfactive Studio released a new – their fifth – perfume this spring and while I’m sure it works well year-round, it feels ideally suited for the season. Flash Back is paired with a photograph by Laurent Segretier. For the other … Continue reading →

Posted in Fragrance Reviews, Fruity, Green, Olfactive Studio, Vetiver, Woods | Tagged , , , , , , , | 50 Comments

The Last Days Of Winter – Review: Olfactive Studio Lumière Blanche

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Olfactoria

Today, on April 3, I went out into five inches of freshly fallen snow, mummified once more into a stylish re-interpretation of the Michelin-man, dragging two children in the stages between whining and all-out screaming behind me through the icestorm, … Continue reading →

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The Gentle Breezes Of Spring – Review: Parfums de Nicolai Week-end à Deauville

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Olfactoria

Parfums de Nicolai is a line that is so much under the radar it is really a shame. I blame the packaging, because once you get past that, the perfumes are exquisite and very well worth your time and attention. … Continue reading →

Posted in Chypre, Citrus, Floral, Fragrance Reviews, Green, Parfums Nicolai | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 65 Comments

Fragrant Fiction – Book Review: Aphrodesia by John Oehler

Posted on February 22, 2013 by Olfactoria

By Jordan River In the flickering light of a hundred oil lamps, Balquees stood in her bath trying to conceal her anxiety from the servant girls washing her. … “We have come prepared, my queen.” Stepping forward, the vizier produced … Continue reading →

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Olfactoria Is Pretty Angry – Review: Chanel 1932

Posted on February 19, 2013 by Olfactoria

When I smelled 1932 for the first time last week, it was with high expectations. It is a Chanel after all and the reviews I have read so far had been positive. Unfortunately I went away from the boutique disappointed. … Continue reading →

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A Ghost Poetic – Review: Carner Barcelona Rima XI

Posted on February 12, 2013 by Olfactoria

A perfume inspired by a poem… I’m all for that. This is a combination of two things that manages easily to tug on my heartstrings and in this case it does so incredibly beautifully and effciently. Consider me swooning. Let … Continue reading →

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Springtime In Tokyo – Review: Guerlain Un Ville, Un Parfum Tokyo

Posted on February 5, 2013 by Olfactoria

Editor’s Note: I’m glad to welcome Sandra again with a review of another Guerlain. She took us to China last time, see her review of Guerlain’s Shanghai, now we get to travel with her to gorgeous Japan in springtime. Enjoy! … Continue reading →

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