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Interests: <strong><font color="#333399">Weekly Features</strong></font> My interest in fragrance ranges from perfumes themselves to history and science behind them. The weekly features on this site are often thematic, whether it is a particular fragrance note, fragrance family, perfume house, perfume nose, or history.
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Best of 2006 : Reflecting on This Year's Discoveries
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Tom Ford Black Orchid : Fragrance Review
The promise of beguiling black orchid scent, the suggestion of classical glamour, the retro advertisement reminiscent of George Hurrell’s famous shot of Veronica Lake--and Tom Ford's solo debut, Black Orchid became my most anticipated 2006 launch. When I finally held the gorgeous black glass bottle in my hand and sprayed the perfume on my skin, I envisioned something along the lines of Rochas Femme, the radiant sweetness wrapped into the rich animalic warmth. ... Black Orchid certainly weaves some retro elements into its composition, yet it remains a modern oriental, where the animalic growl is replaced by the murmur of luscious woody vanilla. The best features of Black Orchid are revealed upfront—the promised seductive darkness of patchouli and the savory earthiness of truffle shimmer through the sheer citrusy top notes. An indolic whisper of white flowers lends its characteristic narcotic... Continue reading
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I tossed them already. When I was doing my spring cleaning, I separated out the unlabeled samples. Some I was able to name, others I ended up throwing away.
Commented Apr 6, 2012 on A to Z Tips for Enjoyable, Affordable and Rewarding Perfume Hobby at Bois de Jasmin
A to Z Tips for Enjoyable, Affordable and Rewarding Perfume Hobby
“Keep all of your samples!” This was one of the best tips I received when I first started out as a perfumista. If I didn’t like a fragrance, I would be tempted to pass my sample onto someone else. But the more I sampled, the more my tastes kept changing, and I can’t count how many times I’ve...
I've read Picardie's book, and I agree--out of all books I've read so far on Chanel, it is my favorite. I also liked Tilar Mazzeo's book on Chanel No 5.
Commented Apr 5, 2012 on FiFi Hall of Fame Award 2012 : Gabrielle Coco Chanel at Bois de Jasmin
FiFi Hall of Fame Award 2012 : Gabrielle Coco Chanel
The Fragrance Foundation has announced that Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel will be inducted into The 2012 FiFi Hall of Fame during the FiFi Awards on Monday May 21st. As the Fragrance Foundation explains, "The FiFi® Hall of Fame award is voted on by the Foundation’s Board of Directors and is present...
Such a good advice! I didn't always follow it myself--I would just scribble something on the label in a rush, and I always regretted it. Especially if it is a sample kept for reference. I now have a small bag of samples I cannot place.
Commented Apr 5, 2012 on A to Z Tips for Enjoyable, Affordable and Rewarding Perfume Hobby at Bois de Jasmin
A to Z Tips for Enjoyable, Affordable and Rewarding Perfume Hobby
“Keep all of your samples!” This was one of the best tips I received when I first started out as a perfumista. If I didn’t like a fragrance, I would be tempted to pass my sample onto someone else. But the more I sampled, the more my tastes kept changing, and I can’t count how many times I’ve...
That would be fun--a traveling perfume exhibit!
Commented Apr 5, 2012 on Chandler Burr's The Art of Scent Exhibit Opening at Bois de Jasmin
Chandler Burr's The Art of Scent Exhibit Opening
The Museum of Art and Design in New York and its Curator of Olfactory Art Chandler Burr are going to present their first exhibit The Art of Scent starting November 13, 2012. The exhibit will run till January 13 2013. The components of the exhibit are currently being developed. As was announced ...
Nancy, I will not, it's Chandler's project.
Commented Apr 4, 2012 on Chandler Burr's The Art of Scent Exhibit Opening at Bois de Jasmin
Chandler Burr's The Art of Scent Exhibit Opening
The Museum of Art and Design in New York and its Curator of Olfactory Art Chandler Burr are going to present their first exhibit The Art of Scent starting November 13, 2012. The exhibit will run till January 13 2013. The components of the exhibit are currently being developed. As was announced ...
I can only imagine! I also love the smell of champacas when they start wilting. They smell leathery and sweet then.
Commented Apr 4, 2012 on Daily Scents Spring Edition : What Do You Smell Around You? at Bois de Jasmin
Daily Scents Spring Edition : What Do You Smell Around You?
What do you smell around you these days? It is officially spring. The Bradford pear trees are draped in the foam of blossoms, its marine connotations echoed by the white petals' fishy odor. The sticky red buds on maple branches smell sweet and acidic, a mixture of hot metal and honey. On most ...
That's a great point! I recently spotted a complete presentation for Nahema parfum at an antique shop that retailed for a couple of hundred dollars! The bottle was empty.
Commented Apr 4, 2012 on A to Z Tips for Enjoyable, Affordable and Rewarding Perfume Hobby at Bois de Jasmin
A to Z Tips for Enjoyable, Affordable and Rewarding Perfume Hobby
“Keep all of your samples!” This was one of the best tips I received when I first started out as a perfumista. If I didn’t like a fragrance, I would be tempted to pass my sample onto someone else. But the more I sampled, the more my tastes kept changing, and I can’t count how many times I’ve...
Yes, that's my understanding. Very curious to see and smell them.
Commented Apr 4, 2012 on Chandler Burr's The Art of Scent Exhibit Opening at Bois de Jasmin
Chandler Burr's The Art of Scent Exhibit Opening
The Museum of Art and Design in New York and its Curator of Olfactory Art Chandler Burr are going to present their first exhibit The Art of Scent starting November 13, 2012. The exhibit will run till January 13 2013. The components of the exhibit are currently being developed. As was announced ...
This is only somewhat related to this discussed, but I remember speaking with my 80 year old uncle, who was praising the Soviet style education system. I knew that he has suffered at their hands, and I expressed dismay that he would praise anything of the regime. He said, "we have to learn to separate the good from the bad, things are never black and white." I'm still learning, I have to say. Polanski's attitude has made me see his work negatively, and I haven't even seen "Knife in the Water" for this reason.
So, not excusing Chanel in any way, but since I haven't read the book, so it's hard for me to comment one way or another. I ordered it too. Would love to hear your thoughts when you read it.
Commented Apr 4, 2012 on FiFi Hall of Fame Award 2012 : Gabrielle Coco Chanel at Bois de Jasmin
FiFi Hall of Fame Award 2012 : Gabrielle Coco Chanel
The Fragrance Foundation has announced that Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel will be inducted into The 2012 FiFi Hall of Fame during the FiFi Awards on Monday May 21st. As the Fragrance Foundation explains, "The FiFi® Hall of Fame award is voted on by the Foundation’s Board of Directors and is present...
Great ideas! I added these to your Visit comment, and I added a couple of my own recommendations.
Perhaps, others who live in the US can add their favorites as well.
Commented Apr 4, 2012 on A to Z Tips for Enjoyable, Affordable and Rewarding Perfume Hobby at Bois de Jasmin
A to Z Tips for Enjoyable, Affordable and Rewarding Perfume Hobby
“Keep all of your samples!” This was one of the best tips I received when I first started out as a perfumista. If I didn’t like a fragrance, I would be tempted to pass my sample onto someone else. But the more I sampled, the more my tastes kept changing, and I can’t count how many times I’ve...
LOL! No worries, I got what you were trying to say.
Commented Apr 4, 2012 on A to Z Tips for Enjoyable, Affordable and Rewarding Perfume Hobby at Bois de Jasmin
A to Z Tips for Enjoyable, Affordable and Rewarding Perfume Hobby
“Keep all of your samples!” This was one of the best tips I received when I first started out as a perfumista. If I didn’t like a fragrance, I would be tempted to pass my sample onto someone else. But the more I sampled, the more my tastes kept changing, and I can’t count how many times I’ve...
Chandler Burr's The Art of Scent Exhibit Opening
The Museum of Art and Design in New York and its Curator of Olfactory Art Chandler Burr are going to present their first exhibit The Art of Scent starting November 13, 2012. The exhibit will run till January 13 2013. The components of the exhibit are currently being developed. As was announced previously in the MAD press release, “the first exhibition planned, The Art of Scent, 1889-2011, will allow visitors to experience ten seminal works by some of the greatest scent artists of the late-19th, 20th and early-21st centuries.” Continue reading
Posted Apr 4, 2012 at Bois de Jasmin
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You're most welcome! :)
Commented Apr 3, 2012 on FiFi Hall of Fame Award 2012 : Gabrielle Coco Chanel at Bois de Jasmin
FiFi Hall of Fame Award 2012 : Gabrielle Coco Chanel
The Fragrance Foundation has announced that Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel will be inducted into The 2012 FiFi Hall of Fame during the FiFi Awards on Monday May 21st. As the Fragrance Foundation explains, "The FiFi® Hall of Fame award is voted on by the Foundation’s Board of Directors and is present...
I've added your comment on boxes to the other we have already. It's something worth stressing. I regret tossing boxes for the Guerlain fragrances I bought in the 1990s.
Commented Apr 3, 2012 on A to Z Tips for Enjoyable, Affordable and Rewarding Perfume Hobby at Bois de Jasmin
A to Z Tips for Enjoyable, Affordable and Rewarding Perfume Hobby
“Keep all of your samples!” This was one of the best tips I received when I first started out as a perfumista. If I didn’t like a fragrance, I would be tempted to pass my sample onto someone else. But the more I sampled, the more my tastes kept changing, and I can’t count how many times I’ve...
Sometimes I know right away if something is going to love or not. Others, it takes longer. But yes, I can't imagine buying a perfume without testing it on skin. Blotter is such a poor substitute.
Commented Apr 3, 2012 on A to Z Tips for Enjoyable, Affordable and Rewarding Perfume Hobby at Bois de Jasmin
A to Z Tips for Enjoyable, Affordable and Rewarding Perfume Hobby
“Keep all of your samples!” This was one of the best tips I received when I first started out as a perfumista. If I didn’t like a fragrance, I would be tempted to pass my sample onto someone else. But the more I sampled, the more my tastes kept changing, and I can’t count how many times I’ve...
:) That's it! Passion is always contagious.
Commented Apr 3, 2012 on A to Z Tips for Enjoyable, Affordable and Rewarding Perfume Hobby at Bois de Jasmin
A to Z Tips for Enjoyable, Affordable and Rewarding Perfume Hobby
“Keep all of your samples!” This was one of the best tips I received when I first started out as a perfumista. If I didn’t like a fragrance, I would be tempted to pass my sample onto someone else. But the more I sampled, the more my tastes kept changing, and I can’t count how many times I’ve...
And now you can do the same thing! :)
Added your comment to Unseencenser's.
Commented Apr 3, 2012 on A to Z Tips for Enjoyable, Affordable and Rewarding Perfume Hobby at Bois de Jasmin
A to Z Tips for Enjoyable, Affordable and Rewarding Perfume Hobby
“Keep all of your samples!” This was one of the best tips I received when I first started out as a perfumista. If I didn’t like a fragrance, I would be tempted to pass my sample onto someone else. But the more I sampled, the more my tastes kept changing, and I can’t count how many times I’ve...
A good one! And such an important piece of advice to keep in mind. A perfume is more than just the sum of its parts.
Commented Apr 3, 2012 on A to Z Tips for Enjoyable, Affordable and Rewarding Perfume Hobby at Bois de Jasmin
A to Z Tips for Enjoyable, Affordable and Rewarding Perfume Hobby
“Keep all of your samples!” This was one of the best tips I received when I first started out as a perfumista. If I didn’t like a fragrance, I would be tempted to pass my sample onto someone else. But the more I sampled, the more my tastes kept changing, and I can’t count how many times I’ve...
Thank you, great, helpful ideas. And your last point bears repeating, because our own tastes and opinions are most crucial.
Commented Apr 3, 2012 on A to Z Tips for Enjoyable, Affordable and Rewarding Perfume Hobby at Bois de Jasmin
A to Z Tips for Enjoyable, Affordable and Rewarding Perfume Hobby
“Keep all of your samples!” This was one of the best tips I received when I first started out as a perfumista. If I didn’t like a fragrance, I would be tempted to pass my sample onto someone else. But the more I sampled, the more my tastes kept changing, and I can’t count how many times I’ve...
I love it! :)
Commented Apr 3, 2012 on A to Z Tips for Enjoyable, Affordable and Rewarding Perfume Hobby at Bois de Jasmin
A to Z Tips for Enjoyable, Affordable and Rewarding Perfume Hobby
“Keep all of your samples!” This was one of the best tips I received when I first started out as a perfumista. If I didn’t like a fragrance, I would be tempted to pass my sample onto someone else. But the more I sampled, the more my tastes kept changing, and I can’t count how many times I’ve...
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