IT GLISTENS, IT GLEAMS!: “Austere and elegant. This fragrance is a journey through time and Sergio’s memories, like his encounter with the effortlessly beautiful and talented Ingrid Bergman and iconic film director Roberto Rossellini and the excited turmoil that their … Continue reading Sunny, Steely, Soapy
IS THREE BETTER THAN ONE?: Tobacco Oud : “A woody spicy fragrance for men & women. Rich smoky warm masculine & charismatic. Contains notes of agarwood (oud) tobacco sandalwood patchouli spicy accords & whiskey. Recommended for evening or colder seasons … Continue reading One House of Different Strokes
CITRUS 2.0: “Neroli Voyage draws inspiration from the beautifully scented orange blossom trees that grow along the Ligurian coastline of France and Italy, on a voyage of ancestry and scent.” Click Play, to hear my thoughts on this one. House … Continue reading Blushing Waves
CHOCOLAT L’ORANGE: “A new way to experience chocolate. Neroli, bitter orange, and spicy ginger blended with frankincense and deep, rich cacao absolute create an intriguing synergy. Simultaneously dark and bright with a hint of spice.” Click Play, to hear my … Continue reading Dusted Bittersweet Memories
“A mythical fragrance. A timeless and elegant freshness. Created in 1946 by perfumer Vincent Roubert, Green Water is classified as a modern fragrance. In 2016, Parfums Jacques Fath with the fine sensibility of Cecile Zarokian, re-habilitated noble ingredients such as … Continue reading Cool, Calm, Collected
“Spring in Paris has almost become summer today. The shades of evening begin to descend. You sit in a cafe in the city center and look at the Seine. The sun goes down and the colors of the day mix … Continue reading Psychedelic Snapshot
“Blocki Perfumes gracefully blend a timeless classic structure, exceptional naturals, and vibrant modern notes: This Grand Affair is a festive oriental illuminated by a modern citrus twist..…an invigorating, romantic, vivacious fragrance that promises to make the banal beautiful.” Click Play, … Continue reading Proposition Late Night
“Lili Bermuda is an artistic reflection of Bermuda where each fragrance represents the Island’s natural beauty: from the pure scent of the wind and fresh salt spray of the ocean, to its luscious botanicals such as Bermuda cedarwood, spring freesias … Continue reading Sampling Serenity with Lili Bermuda
“Similar to a movie scenario that sets the tone by recreating a particular atmosphere and giving insight into the characters’ personas, the real-life stories behind each of the Monsillage perfumes are a way to create a bond with the perfumes … Continue reading Fort & Manlé Discovery Set
“Inspired by legends of love, power and glamour of Rome, Electimuss is a London based artisan brand creating daring and decadent perfumes. Bewitched by scent, the Romans collected exotic ingredients from across their empire and the Silk Road, refining the … Continue reading Sampling A Trio by Electimuss
BETTER SEAS + GARDENS (& unexpected journeys): From US-born, UK Based Sarah Baker, a visual artist and brand ambassador comes a flight of fancy. My first impressions of Sarah Baker Perfumes‘ Discovery Set include eight fragrances in all. These are … Continue reading The Sarah Baker Range
“Experience an ancient ritual with raw cacao from the jungle combined with coarsely crushed spices, dried fruit, and fragrant herbs. Chocolatl is an exploration of cacao as a plant, not necessarily only as a confection, with all of its potential … Continue reading Tip O’ The Tongue
