I admit I can be a shallow guy when it comes to perfume. Whenever I see an attractive fragrance bottle, I can't help but want to sample it. Invariably, I end up disappointed. However, I have high hopes for Chambre52. They're everywhere, winning accolades and awards, and not just for their lovely bottles. For those … Continue reading First Impressions – Chambre52 – One Swallow Doesn’t Make A Summer
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Book Review – Fragrance: From Plant To Perfume, The Botanical Origins Of Scent
Buying perfume for a perfume enthusiast is risky business. There are no safe bets; we're just too picky. Unless the recipient has directed you to purchase a specific perfume, I would not recommend proceeding with this. An unsuitable selection, such as Calvin Klein’s Escape for Men or Mugler’s Womanity, may result in grievous bodily harm … Continue reading Book Review – Fragrance: From Plant To Perfume, The Botanical Origins Of Scent
Trudon – Absolu – Orange Blossom And Orris In A Woody Setting
Today's write-up focuses on Absolu, a 2024 release from Trudon. I tend to try most things from the French house, known chiefly for its fine home scents, as its fragrances have been pretty good. A couple of years ago, I reviewed their brilliant green ivy perfume, Aphélie First Impressions – Maison Trudon – Aphélie. Absolu … Continue reading Trudon – Absolu – Orange Blossom And Orris In A Woody Setting
Arquiste – Tropical – Solar Surprise
Earlier this year, I wrote about the three latest releases from Arquiste Arquiste – Venice Rococo, Almond Suede and A Grove By The Sea. Surprisingly, I found that I enjoyed A Grove By The Sea the most, despite it featuring figs. Indeed, it was far more than just a fig fragrance, possessing a strong backbone … Continue reading Arquiste – Tropical – Solar Surprise
Amouage – Existence – Loud Lily Of The Valley
I will no longer complain about Amouage's commercial direction. It's too easy to sit back and take potshots at the house. They've gone in a completely different business direction under Renaud Salmon, and that's fine. That's their prerogative. Think about it; it wouldn't have made artistic sense to keep producing scents that mimic the style … Continue reading Amouage – Existence – Loud Lily Of The Valley
L’Objet – A Solid Set Of Six Scents
L'Objet, a homewares brand with an Israeli owner, a French name, a porcelain atelier in Portugal, and a boutique on Madison Avenue in New York City, has developed a solid set of perfumes. The brand, founded by interior designer Elad Yifrach in 2004, initially specialised in handcrafted luxury decorative pieces for the home. Over the … Continue reading L’Objet – A Solid Set Of Six Scents
Acqua di Parma – Buongiorno – Citrus Herbal Joy
Acqua di Parma hasn't exactly cornered the market on citrus aromatics, but its Colonia and a few of its subsequent flankers will go down as classics in the category. If someone asks me for a fresh scent for summer, I'm sure to point them in the direction of the venerable Italian brand, advising them to … Continue reading Acqua di Parma – Buongiorno – Citrus Herbal Joy
Review – Guerlain – Iris Torréfié – Old World Glamour In A Modern Guerlain
Review - Guerlain - Iris Torréfié - My favourite from the L’Art et la Matière - 8.5/10. This week, I’m in the mood for irises. It’s walking iris season in my garden, and to celebrate, I’ve been discussing a couple of new iris fragrances that have recently been released. If you’d like to revisit those … Continue reading Review – Guerlain – Iris Torréfié – Old World Glamour In A Modern Guerlain
Frassaï – Ajedrez – Atmospheric Chess Game – A New Favourite
Back in 2013, Ralf Schwieger composed one of my favorite iris scents, Iris Nazarena, for Aedes de Venustas. Some people interpreted this fragrance, like many iris scents, as cold and gloomy. However, as it unfolded on my skin, it felt so regal, evoking the image of a noble gentleman reclining in his leather armchair in … Continue reading Frassaï – Ajedrez – Atmospheric Chess Game – A New Favourite
Essential Parfums – Velvet Iris – Not An Essential Iris
Dominique Ropion made his debut with the relatively affordable French brand, Essential Parfums, earlier this year. In his fragrance Velvet Iris, he pairs iris with an old friend, leather. Several scents come to mind that pivot on these two ingredients, including Iris Nazarena, Cuir Ottoman, Iris Malikhân, and Iris Ebène. After wearing Velvet Iris several … Continue reading Essential Parfums – Velvet Iris – Not An Essential Iris