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Frédéric Malle – Contre-Jour – Ménardo’s First For The Brand

I don't get nearly as excited for a Frédéric Malle scent as I used to. Their lackluster recent releases (Uncut Gem, Acne Studios, etc.) and the departure of the brand's editor have further dampened my enthusiasm. The thrill is gone, as BB King would say. Well, not quite. My ears pricked up when I heard … Continue reading Frédéric Malle – Contre-Jour – Ménardo’s First For The Brand →

Mini Reviews – L’Artisan Parfumeur, Mon Numéro 10, D Squared2, Potion

This winter has seen a mixed bag of weather in my neck of the woods. Conditions have run the gamut from warm sunny mid-20 degree Celsius days (usually the norm) to unseasonably cool and rainy weather that has sometimes lasted for days. To combat the cooler weather, I've turned to a couple of old spicy … Continue reading Mini Reviews – L’Artisan Parfumeur, Mon Numéro 10, D Squared2, Potion →

Mini Reviews – Late 90’s Chanel & Boucheron

Allure Homme - Decent but not classic Chanel. Chanel - Allure Homme - Workman-like Chanel 7/10 Jacques Polge composed the original Allure Homme in 1999. Hard to believe it is 23 years old. I don't notice it around too often now, but it still retains a contemporary feel. It's undoubtedly better than most things you … Continue reading Mini Reviews – Late 90’s Chanel & Boucheron →