Tag Archives: Perfume
Perfume in The God of Small Things
The God of Small Things opens with someone dabbing a dead body with 4711, a classic cologne popular because of its affordability and high quality. Fragrance nerds will be familiar with its zesty freshness, but not everyone knows about it. … Continue reading
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Tagged Books, Fragrance Blog, Fragrance Blogger, Perfume, Perfume Blog, Perfume Lover
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Chanel Cuir de Russie Perfume Review
Chanel Cuir de Russie, and Luca Turin’s review of it from the first edition of Perfumes, the Guide. I’ve seen people write this perfume off as being too soapy or not enough, but for me, it does just what it’s … Continue reading
Iris Poudre by Frederic Malle
Wearing Iris Poudre by Frederic Malle today, and this is an intense floral if there ever was one. It also smells very feminine and not so powdery. In my head, this is “Iris Poupre” because I think of this as … 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?
Posted in Perfumes
Tagged Fragrance, Fragrance Review, Perfume, Perfume Review, Serge Lutens, Video
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Gucci Memoire d’Une Odeur Perfume Review
I still remember getting a sample of Gucci Memoire d’Une Odeur, spraying it and smelling it for the first time and thinking “wow, they did it. They made a perfume that matches the concept.” It’s in rotation today, and I … Continue reading
Serge Lutens Santal Majuscule EDP Video Review
Have you tried this perfume? What did you think of it? Let me know in the comments.
Posted in Perfumes
Tagged Fragrance, Perfume, Perfume Review, Sandalwood, Serge Lutens
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Use that Fancy Soap
Life’s too short to not use your bougie soap, especially when it’s made by a perfumer. Maria Candida Gentile beauty soap. Sometimes in the shower, I forget what it is I’m using, but the amazing scent of this perfume blows … Continue reading
Posted in Perfumes, Skin Care
Tagged Fragrance, Italian Perfume, Maria Candida Gentile, Perfume
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Scents of Wood Oud in Acacia Perfume Review
This is like warm spiced drink on a cool day, and I think it’ll appeal to a lot of people. Scents of Wood Oud in Acacia. In a market where everything seems to be done already, this brand ages their … Continue reading
Serge Lutens La Fille de Berlin Review Video
Serge Lutens La Fille de Berlin. Year released: 2013Perfumer: Christopher Sheldrake. Rose and more rose. Also some rose. Have you tried this one?
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Tagged Fragrance, Fragrance Reviews, Perfume, Perfume Reviews, Review, Rose Perfume, Serge Lutens, Video, Youtube
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Sisley Soir D’Orient Review
Sisley Soir d’Orient – I wear this when I want to be transported to some place fancy. This is black-tie attire, sparkling crystal, shimmering opulence and luxury in a bottle. Rich and opulent, Soir d’Orient is a chypre perfume that … Continue reading
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Tagged Chypre, Fragrance Reviews, Perfume, Perfume Reviews, Perfumes, Sisley
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