“Everything started with Umberto Nobile, Massimo’s grandfather, a name that has always been synonymous with luxury fragrances. Since the early 30s he represented Nina Ricci perfumes and in 1942, at the heigh of Second World War, he decided to open a perfumery for his wife in Rome. It became a family tradition: Massimo’s father did... Continue Reading →
Stretching Oud in Mysterious Directions: “The Seraglio Oud fragrance collection are Fresh Spicy and Fresh Floral Oud creations. Made with the highest quality ingredients and a base of 100% pure natural Oud oil. The bottles are handmade with unique 'Rosso Levanto' Marble and Brass plaque. An Orchid Oud fragrance (Seraglio), with rare florals and precious... Continue Reading →
“It happened many seasons ago. Of course to explain it you would have to be here. We had all been used to only the same smells, the same architecture. Until the monsoon came. At first we were weary. What did she want with us? But then we became dizzy. The allure became a way of living. Without it we were dust.”... Continue Reading →
"…not your normal fragrance company. We're just two best friends from California who got tired of paying huge mark-ups for colognes & candles simply because they had some Italian dude's name on it. We've spent the last 2 years researching, testing, and developing our first 6 cologne scents as well as our first 3 candles…Hand Bottled... Continue Reading →
ROSY ATMOSPHERE: “Bulgarian rose petals awaken your senses in this sparkling Eau de Parfum. The soft note of iris extract is juxtaposed with warm spices of cardamom, patchouli and Indian sandalwood…” Click Play, to hear my thoughts on this one. HouseMiller et BertauxOriginFranceFragranceShanti ShantiYear2008NoseMiller et BertauxConcentrationEDPSeasonLate Spring Into SummerSize/Cost100ml / $120SourceAedes.comSoundtrackOm Shanti Shanti by Adham... Continue Reading →
“Starting from the citrusy notes of Vespri Esperidati, we created two different olfactive composition declining the original scent in two different personalities. Vespri Aromatico took inspiration from the smell of Mediterranean bush, blending citruses with aromatic and sea- side smells waking with the wind after a summer storm on the coast of the Riviera.The Mediterranean... Continue Reading →
Returning are our friends from smallflower.com/Merz Apothecary (Dana and Grace Ann) to help us with this second in a three-month long miniseries focused on one house monthly. This time around our exploration into the Paris-based house Diptyque for the very first time. Founded in 1961 Diptyque has been described as “a pioneering parfumerie Maison, a... 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 →
“…based on the fragrant plant life that sustains butterflies and their habitat. Although perhaps a peculiar starting point to develop a fragrance palette, butterflies have done a remarkable job of curating a wide range of fragrant floral, mint, grass, & herbaceous notes for a perfumer to work with.” HouseEuphorium BrooklynOriginUSA FragranceButterflyYear2017NoseStephen DirkesConcentrationEDPGenderUSeasonSpringtime PersonifiedSize/Cost50ml / $180... Continue Reading →
“Perfumer Shawn Maher, a finalist for the 2020 Art + Olfaction Awards, made his name through Chatillon Lux. However, a desire create without restrictions on budget or materials led to Maher Olfactive. This is olfactory art for art's sake. A juxtaposition, reframing classic materials in a way that presents them with a new sense of wonder in cruelty-free... Continue Reading →
“Lazarus Douvos is an internationally renowned hair stylist who has been perfecting the technique of hair design and styling for over three decades. The incomparable and critical combination of innate talent, dedication, and relentless hard work has enabled Lazarus to perfect his vocation to the highest artistic level…. Rose 1845 is a daring rose fragrance hints of a forbidden love;... Continue Reading →
“A bona fide fragrance sensation, Pacific Rock Moss had the internet abuzz before anyone outside of Australia had even had the chance to smell it. But now that it's here, we'll be direct- the hype is real. Crisp, fresh and compelling, made with naturally harvested Australian coastal moss, Pacific Rock Moss is one of the... Continue Reading →
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