Another iris for Chanel? It's always an event when Chanel releases a new perfume. And it's even more of an event when that release forms part of their higher-end Les Exclusifs collection. Indeed, it's been some time since their last offering, the smouldering amber Le Lion, hit the shelves. Undoubtedly, that perfume was a departure … Continue reading First Impressions – Chanel – Comète
Tag: Designer Perfume
Review – Cartier – Eau de Cartier EDT
Perfume Review - Cartier - Eau de Cartier - Violet Leaf Cologne - 8/10. Eau de Cartier might always have been doomed to discontinuation. Cartier's suite of scents and Christine Nagel (the perfumer behind Eau de Cartier) are two of the most underrated entities in fragrance. For whatever reason, the brand's and the perfumer's wares … Continue reading Review – Cartier – Eau de Cartier EDT
Time For A New Look At Dior?
J'Adore - A major hit for Dior. I don't think any of the flankers come close to the original. If there ever were a brand I'd love to see back on top of the fragrance game, it would be Dior. Recent years have seen a marked decline in quality at the house. By a decline … Continue reading Time For A New Look At Dior?
Reviews – Calvin Klein Eternity & Eternity for Men
Reviews - Calvin Klein Eternity & Eternity for Men - American Classics - 9/10. I reviewed Youth Dew, one of my mum's signature scents, earlier in the year. It's a perfume that can be best described as warm and spicy. Calvin Klein's Eternity was another scent my mum wore, chiefly in the warmer months. It's … Continue reading Reviews – Calvin Klein Eternity & Eternity for Men
Review – Estee Lauder – Beyond Paradise For Men
Estee Lauder - Beyond Paradise For Men - Synthetic Tropical Garden, 6/10. I nearly fell off my chair when I saw Luca Turin had given this Estee Lauder scent five stars in his Perfumes The A-Z Guide book. Although it's a solid masculine, I'm not sure it's as good as the classic Hermes, Terre d'Hermes, … Continue reading Review – Estee Lauder – Beyond Paradise For Men
Mini Review – Marc-Antoine Barrois – Ganymede
Marc-Antoine Barrois - Ganymede - A familiar scent but not from the perfume world, 5/10. Yesterday I visited the dentist for my six-monthly checkup. Like most folks, it's not something I look forward to with much glee. However, I must admit the staff at my dental practice are always friendly and a pleasure to deal … Continue reading Mini Review – Marc-Antoine Barrois – Ganymede
First Impressions – Dolce & Gabbana
2 New flankers image via Google. What a strange old year, huh? World in constant flux, but perfume releases continue unabated. Nothing seems to slow that down. But, as we approach the end of the year, I'm left scratching my head thinking of my favourite releases for the year. One brand that I didn't think … Continue reading First Impressions – Dolce & Gabbana