Papillon Artisan Perfumes – Epona – “Memories Light The Corners Of My Mind”

Epona isn't quite as idyllic as this scene, but it's close. "Memories light the corners of my mind." Something about that Barbra Streisand lyric from her melancholic 70's hit struck me when I sprayed Papillon's latest perfume, Epona. Liz Moore's most recent launch pays homage to her horse, and although I'm not a "horse guy" or … Continue reading Papillon Artisan Perfumes – Epona – “Memories Light The Corners Of My Mind”

Akro – Glow – The Most Boring Party Ever

Akros's previous Harrods exclusive, East, came across as a poorly composed Tuscan Leather clone. So, I didn't go into smelling their newest fragrance, Glow, dedicated to nightclubbing and parties (a Harrods exclusive for a few months before a worldwide release in 2024) with great confidence. I was right to be coy. Glow smells clichéd and … Continue reading Akro – Glow – The Most Boring Party Ever