Goldfield and Banks - Bohemian Lime - I'm a little up and down with this brand. The dubiously overhyped Pacific Rock Moss fell flat on my skin. The less-hyped Desert Rosewood and Wood Infusion I really enjoy and highly recommend. As an Australian, I love the concept behind the brand, using natural ingredients and showcasing … Continue reading First Impressions – Goldfield and Banks, Mihan Aromatics
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First Impressions – Maison Sybarite, Histoires de Parfums
Maison Sybarite 720 - I was introduced to Maison Sybarite through the the kindness of my Instagram friend Tete @niche_rare_fragrances last year. Tete sent me a sample of their Bed of Roses, a powdery rose that I enjoyed. I obtained samples of their other 3 scents recently. Opulent Wood and Spicy Calabria weren't quite to … Continue reading First Impressions – Maison Sybarite, Histoires de Parfums
First Impressions – Zoologist
Zoologist - Sloth - My word these Zoologist perfumes pack a punch when you first spray them. Sloth is the latest from the house, and it's an herbal, aromatic scent with a good dose of tartness from acai berry which hits with a bang from the opening spray. The herbal, aromatic notes of Chamomile and … Continue reading First Impressions – Zoologist
Reviews – Diptyque Fleur de Peau
Diptyque - Fleur de Peau - Second skin 9/10 Fleur de Peau alongside the patchouli dominant Tempo were released by Diptyque in 2018 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of its first perfume. Although I enjoy Tempo, it was Fleur de Peau that captured me. I first tried the scent on a trip to Hong Kong … Continue reading Reviews – Diptyque Fleur de Peau
Review – Ormonde Jayne Nawab of Oudh
Ormonde Jayne Nawab of Oudh - Not Your Average Rose/Oud 8.5/10 I first encountered Ormonde Jayne over 10 years ago after ordering samples of Ormonde Man and Ormonde Woman. I really enjoyed both scents but for whatever reason never really delved further into the house until a couple of years ago. Last year I purchased … Continue reading Review – Ormonde Jayne Nawab of Oudh
Decants For Days
Based on my personal experience/s I'm not an advocate for blind buying perfume. It is always better to sample. However, not everyone has access to department stores and boutiques to sample before buying. In the first instance always shop on a brand's website. Many houses these days are offering discovery sets covering their full range … Continue reading Decants For Days
Reviews – Fig Scents – Diptyque, L’Artisan Parfumeur, Marc Jacobs
I love the bitter green, milky, fresh aspect that fig brings to a fragrance. In today's blog post I review 3 of the more famous fig scents on the market. Diptyque - Philosykos EdT- Woody, fig coconut 9/10 Philosykos is the true, full representation of the fig tree, from the leaves, to the fruit, to … Continue reading Reviews – Fig Scents – Diptyque, L’Artisan Parfumeur, Marc Jacobs
Reviews – Dior
I think it's fair to say that Dior's recent fragrance releases haven't exactly excited Perfumista's the world over. Rose N'Roses, the latest Miss Dior flanker for women is more of a musky scent to my nose with some rose and citruses that I'm sure will satisfy the average buyer looking for a safe work scent … Continue reading Reviews – Dior
Reviews – Eau d’Italie, Acqua di Parma
Eau d'Italie - Acqua Decima - Italian summer in a perfume bottle 7.5/10 A wonderful refreshing citrus aromatic scent from this Italian niche house. Acqua Decima features a bracing top of lemon, mandarin and mint. The heart features citrus and floral notes of petitgrain, neroli and hedione (jasmine). It sits on a base of white wood … Continue reading Reviews – Eau d’Italie, Acqua di Parma
Reviews – Guerlain, Serge Lutens, Byredo
Guerlain - L'Instant Pour Homme - A modern day classic from Guerlain 9/10 The lemon burst at the top of L'Instant Pour Homme Edt may lull one into thinking this may be another anonymous citrus. However, the magic of this Guerlain masterpiece becomes evident half an hour into development, as the lavender, sandalwood, patchouli and … Continue reading Reviews – Guerlain, Serge Lutens, Byredo