“The power of scent is equal to that of sight and sound. A great scent is a world you can return to over and over–a keyhole into another realm. You can travel via the mind-nose connection to larger collective spaces…Our scents are fragments of half-remembered myths and imaginary landscapes that invite exploration. They are an... Continue Reading →
“Quietly and meticulously composing a symphony, a perfect balance between art and science. Our elegance is borne from experience not artifice. Made in Britain, using the finest essential oils and essences gathered from around the world. Discover the skill and artistry that goes into the creation of a Floris fragrance. It's a skill that has been passed down for 9... Continue Reading →
“The composition (Écorce Verte) is adorned with a lively green bouquet with citrus zest and fresh herbs, highlighted by a sparkling note of Calabrian bergamot. The scent evokes a gentle walk in the forest, the grass is freshly cut, the leaves twirl in the wind, the smell of green tea rises delicately and is adorned... Continue Reading →
SECOND IMPRESSIONS: “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 and enhance the perfume experience. The perfumer finds inspiration in past travels, one-of-a-kind... Continue Reading →
A CONTEMPLATIVE TRILOGY: “The Book of Hours suite is composed by three perfumes that take references from the medieval Paleography studies carried out by Ricardo Ramos with Stanford University / USA. This is an olfactory journey through medieval monastic activities, with an aim of capturing their intriguing mysticism, from the intimate erudite atmosphere of the... Continue Reading →
"Under a silvery Moon, amongst night fragrant blooms of sweet honeysuckle & Jasmine, you lay on a bed of cool dewy soft grass beneath a bitter orange tree , with its’ intoxicating orange blossoms, twigs & leaves. Deeply inhaling the herbal blend of clary sage, marjoram, lavender & magical mugwort, you drift asleep into a... Continue Reading →
“A surprising composition where vibrant, green and crisp notes (coriandre leaf, galbanum, cut grass) combine to create a fresh celery blast that slowly morphs into an elegant green chypre that waltzes with delicate flower buds and vibrant vetiver roots.” Click Play, to hear my thoughts on this one. HouseMonsillageOriginCanadaFragrancesEau de CéleriYear2014NoseIsabelle MichaudConcentrationEDTGenderUSeasonSpring/SummerSize/Cost50ml / $95Source/LinkMonsillageSoundtrackInternal Crisis... Continue Reading →
Akaster: “This distinguished and charismatic oriental fragrance is structured around the Taif rose and Bulgarian rose, enhanced by a bouquet of woody notes (patchouli and oud). An indulgent scent, Akaster reveals a praline note which adds a hint of sensuality.”… Lippizan: “Lipizzan Inspired by the daring horse race that charmed France during the King Louis... Continue Reading →
“This brand is a natural progression in my fragrance journey. A journey that started with smelling fragrances at the mall, to exploring niche and indie houses…fragrances made around the world! I found the fragrance community on YouTube and began reviewing fragrances that I found compelling. My taste tends to lean towards creative and enjoyable scents... Continue Reading →
“Zdravetz. It literally translates as 'health,' and this herb has a lot of traditional medicinal and symbolic use. The essential oil is rare (and costly) and the supply is unpredictable, so it’s not used in mainstream perfumes. It’s very tenacious with a uniquely herbal and woody-rose note. I added leather and woods along with a... Continue Reading →
NU-PATINA: “Fiery red metal, yet cool to the touch. The clarity of contrast. The newest from CDG is a provocative olfactive exploration of perceived differences and harmonious alignment built around another everyday material worthy of re-evaluation: copper….Is this a photo-perfect capture of the actual smell of copper? Why would it be? Rather, this is the... Continue Reading →
“Its heart notes sway between spicy oak and musky amber. Terriblament’s dark and fiery scents capture trouble. Heady, tender and powerful, imbued with lively energy, its lingering masculine notes glorify a spirited temperament. A surprising fragrance which marries together the sweetness of jasmine and musk with the passion of pink peppercorns and amber. It’s love... Continue Reading →
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