Tag Archives: Fragrance Review
Riddle Perfume Oils
I’ve been working my way through the Riddle Oil discovery set. It would make a great Christmas present, but if you know you like musk, go with the Original and order a body oil in that scent, or the Santal … Continue reading
Frederic Malle Carnal Flower
I spent too long looking for something that was like Carnal Flower because I didn’t want to pay Carnal Flower prices. I even stopped myself from enjoying this perfume that I love, just to realize that there will never be … Continue reading
Serge Lutens Tubereuse Criminelle Review
Serge Lutens Tubereuse Criminelle. A classic tuberose. Nose: Christopher Sheldrake
Pineward Boreal Perfume Review
You know that feeling of coolness when you walk into the woods, the immediate drop in temperature thanks to the shade of the trees? That’s the feeling I get when I wear Boreal by Pineward Perfumes. It’s finally hot here … Continue reading
Guerlain L’Heure Bleue EDT
True story: I got my bottle of L’Heure Bleue (edt) in a swap for my D&G Light Blue. I liked Light Blue enough but it always smelled a bit generic to me and I found that I never really wanted … Continue reading
Prada Infusion d’Iris
I’ve had this perfume in my collection since its launch in 2007 and I think it’s having a bit of a revival. You can find this at discounters, but also at almost any department store. I always think of powder … Continue reading
Serge Lutens Datura Noir Perfume Review
Serge Lutens Datura Noir. A summer perfume that’s not ONLY for the summer. It’s a bit tropical, easy to wear at all times of the year. Official notes: Datura, coconut, almond. Have you tried this or others in the genre?
Serge Lutens La Fille de Berlin
You know me, rose is probably the most represented in my perfume collection. I got this bottle of Serge Lutens La Fille de Berlin recently, after having it on my wishlist, Sephora Loves list, for years. I’ve had a little … Continue reading
Balanciaga Florabotanica Review
The most perfect spring time fragrance. Balenciaga Florabotanica. Easily found online or at the drugstore, this is a garden in the rain with roses, carnations, and greens. It’s cool and intense – sillage and longevity too! It’s almost as good … Continue reading
Gucci A Winter Melody
My sister got me a present – Gucci’s A Winter Melody is one of them. It’s a super-pretty, very light mist of a fragrance. No sillage or projection, hardly any staying power, but it’s charming with a blend of bergamot, … Continue reading