On paper, Carthuisa's latest trio, paying homage to three plants that form a vital part of the Mediterranean landscape, seemed a winner. But you don't play the game on paper; you play it on skin. And on skin Mirto, Basilico, and Ginestra didn't come to play. Antoine Lie and Luca Maffei combined to bring the … Continue reading Carthusia – Intenso Collection – Basilico, Ginestra and Mirto
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Santa Maria Novella – I Giardini Medicei – Quercia
My forays into Santa Maria Novella's I Giardini Medicei collection have mainly been successful. So far, I've tried and enjoyed four fragrances from the collection. All four fragrances smell cheerful and happy, radiating a pleasant, sunny disposition. Even the iris (L'Iris) defies preconceived notions one might have of an iris fragrance. There's no sense of … Continue reading Santa Maria Novella – I Giardini Medicei – Quercia
First Impressions – Milano Fragranze
Golden hour in Milan - Photo courtesy of Matteo Raimondi unsplash.com Brand Introduction Alessandro Brun is the brains behind the new Italian niche brand, Milano Fragranze. Does his name ring a bell? Well, if you're a fan of niche perfumery, you probably know Sig. Brun from his work with the brilliant Italian niche house, Masque … Continue reading First Impressions – Milano Fragranze