DRIED, SMOKED, HONEY-DRENCHED. Well, well, well. Take an extended drag while scrolling through with us and this full house of fragrances! As a non-smoker I cannot truly vouch for the pleasures that are sought in the world of tobacco, however … Continue reading Tobacco: Smoky, Soft, Sweet
A ROOM INSIDE A ROOM: “In the seemingly endless expanse of the Siberian birch forests, the majesty and power of nature can leave one with a humbling and awe-inspiring new perspective on where they fit into the hierarchy of the … Continue reading Floral Leather Recline
“A vintage inspired fragrance for the perfect gentleman. Tabac Vert evokes fragmented images of the old-world; wood paneled parlors, soft leather chairs and fine cigars…” Click Play, to hear my thoughts on this one. House Rogue Perfumery Origin USA Fragrance … Continue reading Primped & Preened
“Panah is a London based brand focused on Artisanal Luxury. The earliest edition was created in 2016 and the newest is from 2019. Panah London fragrances were made in collaboration with perfumers Christian Carbonnel and Kedra Hart.” Click Play, to … Continue reading Honey-Infused Libido Boost
Masculine Leaners: “Alexandria Fragrances is an independent fragrance house that provides handcrafted niche fragrances. Located in Los Angeles, they started their journey in Cairo, Egypt – a land of mythical sights & aromas…” Click Play, to hear my thoughts on … Continue reading Alexandria Travel Set
LITHELIXIR: This one took me by surprise. And the first I’ve reviewed out of the Czech Republic. They describe it as “This is a perfume that you do not choose, the perfume chooses you!” And to a large extent, that … Continue reading EP 85: The Seducer
MUSKY LEATHER: This is Etat Libre d’Orange‘s Tom of Finland. From ELd’O: “The water slips over him as if sliding down a marble rock, sinking into the grooves of his muscles, vanishing into his pores. This is fresh, pure water, … Continue reading EP 84: A Bigger Picture
BOXED + READY: Perfumer Manuel Cross is a true independent house of parfumerie, and brings some classic magic to his repertoire. The Sample Set includes ten small rollerball vials and gives you a perfect picture of what Rogue Perfumery offers. … Continue reading EP 82: Assorted Elixirs
I have to say I’m pleased to present my first-ever review of a fragrance from the house of Serge Lutens. This is Five O’Clock Au Gingembre and it may be deceptive at first, but let it sink in, and sync … Continue reading EP 62: A Soft Bite
One of those revered modern masterpieces, this comes from Mr. Roja Dove‘s house, here for your sensory pleasure is Elysium. There must be a hundred ingredients in this masterful concoction, it’s sublimely sophisticated, just shy of perfection for my personal … Continue reading EP 43: An Esteemed Profile
Casting shadows, this leather n’ lace approach to perfumery gets my attention everytime. I love the blur of subtle sensuality. This is the three year young Black Osmanthus from Marina Barcenilla Parfums out in Glastonbury. If you are looking for … Continue reading EP 24: Dappled Darkness
From the UK, one of the most refined names in perfumery is Creed. This is my review of their formulation called Himalaya. If petals fall in the forest does anyone hear their tender drop? Well, as my very first entree … Continue reading EP 9: Climb Every Mountain
