Picture courtesy of Masque Milano's Facebook. This morning, I woke to the sad news of the passing of the founder and creative director of Masque Milano and Milano Fragranze, Alessandro Brun. It's a tragic loss for the perfume world but even sadder for his family and friends. I didn't ever interact with Alessandro Brun in … Continue reading Rest in Peace – Alessandro Brun (1973-2024)
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First Impressions – Masque Milano – White Whale
Masque Milano - White Whale - As promised, below are my first impressions of the last scent from Masque Milano's "Opera" collection, White Whale. The story behind the creation of the fragrance is interesting in itself. Using the Herman Melville classic Moby Dick as his inspiration, Brazilian perfumer Christian Alori attempted to interpret the epic quest … Continue reading First Impressions – Masque Milano – White Whale
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
Masque Milano Fragrance Launch Lost Alice
Lost Alice bottle I was fortunate enough to be invited to Masque Milano's latest fragrance launch, held on Saturday, 3 April. Early Sunday morning if you factor in the time difference with Australia. As is the norm these days with many things, we did it virtually. Along with 100 other perfumistas, I joined Masque Milano … Continue reading Masque Milano Fragrance Launch Lost Alice