When walking along the beach, some objects might seem unusual because they are neither pebble nor shell nor seaweed. They can be covered with a soft white layer that looks a bit like cotton wool. They may appear hard or waxy, and sometimes have objects trapped within. And a smell that has been described as … Read More →
UK-based niche line Shay & Blue has launched Amber Oud Ahad, a new fragrance. Shay & Blue’s Amber Oud Ahad Eau de Parfum is known as the blend of the sophisticate. Created by perfumer Julie Massé, and Dom De Vetta, Founder and Creative Director, it features elegant neroli blended with iris, rose and rich amber. … Read More →
Victoria’s Secret has launched The Trend Collection Rose, the second quartet (the first was Citrus) in a projected series of limited edition seasonal fragrances. The fragrances include Rose Violet, Rose Caramel, Rose Bergamot and Rose Musk. Rose Violet (shown) ~ Floral. “The scent of the moment: crisp cedarwood and violet modernize classic rose, making this … Read More →
Blanket, a longhaired Persian the color of steel wool, gave up his spot on the dining room table when a reporter came knocking, and made himself scarce. His owner, Grace Coddington, the longtime creative director of Vogue, shrugged and settled down in a chair to discuss her new project: her first perfume, which sat on … Read More →
It’s Hump Day, and it’s National Pencil Day, and it’s Eric Clapton’s birthday. What fragrance are you wearing? I’m in Demeter Gingerale. Tea at the moment is Harney’s Kagoshima sencha. Reminder: 4/1 is April Fools Day! We’re going for pure fun: wear your most-fun-ever perfume. (suggested by thegoddessrena) And for those of you who like to … Read More →
Comptoir Sud Pacifique has launched Coeur d’Ylang and Rhum & Tabac, and has reissued a new version of 1977’s Vétyver Haïti. Coeur d’Ylang ~ “A feminine, round and sunny fragrance with a refined sensuality. In the pure tradition of Comptoir Sud Pacifique, with a know how that only belongs to the Parisian Maison de Parfum, … Read More →
French perfume house Molinard will launch Habanita La Cologne, a new flanker to their 1924 fragrance, Habanita. Habanita La Cologne follows 2013’s Habanita L’Esprit. Drenched in the characteristic Habanita audacity, steeped in its star ingredients, the accord is instantly recognizable. Habanita La Cologne embodies an edgy sensuality. Young, intrepid, bewitching, it is the smoldering ember … Read More →