Francesca Bianchi – The Code Of Emotion – Fruity Fougere

Francesca Bianchi's latest creation, The Code of Emotion, veers from her usual stylings. Gone are the powdery orris and sepia-toned animalic leathers. Instead, the focus shifts to an appealing fruity scent built around a fougère framework. Indeed, I had a surprising emotional reaction after spraying The Code of Emotion. I found it positively smile-inducing. I … Continue reading Francesca Bianchi – The Code Of Emotion – Fruity Fougere

First Impressions – Lavender Fields Forever – Hermetica & Hiram Green

I've been craving lavender scents recently. The soothing and relaxing nature of the aroma works so well at any time of year, helping to relieve the stress of everyday life. Some of my favourite perfumes which feature the note include the lavender "standard" Caron Pour Un Homme, and for a more modern rendering of the … Continue reading First Impressions – Lavender Fields Forever – Hermetica & Hiram Green

First Impressions – Masque Milano – Sleight of Fern

I've got a lot of time for the Italian brand, Masque Milano. Their scents are always well thought out and executed. I like most of their perfumes, some more than others. My favourite is the animalic tobacco of Montecristo. Montecristo forms one scent of sixteen from the brand's "Opera" series. Up until recently, the collection … Continue reading First Impressions – Masque Milano – Sleight of Fern