Ryunosuke Kikuno courtesy of Unsplash.com If you're a sports fanatic like myself, you'll be looking forward to the Olympic Games, Tokyo 2020. Postponed from last year due to COVID, it will hopefully provide a two-week escape from the ongoing pandemic. Although half of Australia is in lockdown as I write this post, luckily, here in … Continue reading Feeling Sporty – Tokyo 2020
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Winter Wonder – Molton Brown
Long time, no post. I've been in winter hibernation, alternating over the last couple of weeks between a few different scents, namely Masque Milano's animalic tobacco, Montecristo, and Parfum d'Empires soft suede iris, Cuir Ottoman. Both have served me well during this midwinter time. Queensland winters are hardly harsh. Daytime temperatures in the low to … Continue reading Winter Wonder – Molton Brown
Mini Reviews – Roja Dove, Van Cleef & Arpels
Today on the blog, I'm reviewing a couple of scents that always seems to get a lot of play during the winter weather, and with winter being in full swing here in the Southern Hemisphere, what better time than now to explore them both. Roja Dove - Enigma Pour Homme Parfum Cologne - Overpriced spicy … Continue reading Mini Reviews – Roja Dove, Van Cleef & Arpels
Mini Reviews – Atelier des Ors
Ah, the golden flake bottles. Instagram worthy, most certainly. However, are they worthy additions to a burgeoning fragrance collection? Let's put a few under the microscope. Atelier des Ors - Lune Feline - Hyped vanilla. Not sure I buy into it. 5/10 The hyped Lune Feline failed to make much of an impression on me. … Continue reading Mini Reviews – Atelier des Ors
First Impressions – Penhaligon’s, Frapin
Penhaligon's - The Inimitable William Penhaligon - I'm a fan of this brand, but I can't for the life of me work out why this "Portraits" line from Penhaligon's is so beloved. Most of the compositions I've tried from the line are uninspired and come top-loaded before the thin dry down inevitably disappoints. Their latest release … Continue reading First Impressions – Penhaligon’s, Frapin
First Impressions – Obvious
David Frossard, the man behind niche outfits, Frapin and Liquides Imaginaires is the mastermind behind the new environmentally responsible brand, Obvious. At the time of writing, the brand has eight perfumes in its portfolio. The discovery set I purchased has seven fragrances; the latest Une Verveine was not included. The ethos behind the brand is … Continue reading First Impressions – Obvious
First Impressions – Juliette Has A Gun, Nicolai Parfumeur Createur
In today's blog post, my quick first impressions on a pair of pears. One I'm lukewarm on and one I liked. Let's start with the dodgy one. juliette has a gun - Pear Inc. - Alright, I'm fed up with this brand. It's just the same old thing we've seen a million times before. We've even … Continue reading First Impressions – Juliette Has A Gun, Nicolai Parfumeur Createur
Back To The Future – With The Classics
The movie Back To The Future was released in 1985. It's still one of my favourite movie franchises of all time. In the first film, Michael J. Fox's character, Marty McFly, is accidentally sent back to 1955 to his parent's high school days by his mad scientist friend. Fun and frivolity ensue, but eventually, Marty … Continue reading Back To The Future – With The Classics
First Impressions – Strangers Parfumerie
Here are some quick thoughts on three of the new perfumes from the Thai brand Strangers Parfumerie. Prin Lomros has undoubtedly come up with some interesting names for the latest creations. The first one I'll talk about has one of the longest names in perfume history, with wait for it....."Roasted Coffee Cigarette Whisky Come And … Continue reading First Impressions – Strangers Parfumerie
Decants for Days – Part 2
Last year, I wrote an article about my favourite websites to shop for decants. It's always better to sample first than to blind buy a bottle, but access to department stores and boutiques is difficult for many and even more problematic over the last year, for obvious reasons. So, fear not, I'm here to help. … Continue reading Decants for Days – Part 2