When Gertrude Stein wrote “a rose is a rose is a rose,” she probably wasn’t thinking about perfume.  When it comes to fragrances, rose is a coveted ingredient that is able to shape-shift; there is no one true rose scent. Instead, the flower, which mythologically bloomed from Aphrodite’s tears over her lover Adonis, plays extremely Read More →

Discovering a new phase of Dunhill’s latest Icon perfume range that unveiled a new character centering on the quality of the formulation its strength and brilliance the new Icon Elite is here to inspire its enthusiasts. Icon Elite shows up to join Icon Absolute one more successor of the classic Icon setting the stage for Read More →

Parlux have launched the second fragrance in Rihanna’s namesake RiRi collection: Crush. The fragrance is described as a “mysteriously sexy and provocative scent. Breaking boundaries and setting new rules, this perfume feels empowering, strong, confident, and unapologetic.” Crush Givaudan’s Natasha Cote is the perfumer behind the fragrance, which contains top notes of bergamot, mandarin and pink Read More →

The independent perfume house Aroma M has just released Geisha Vanilla Hinoki, the first addition to its Geisha collection since 2011’s Geisha Amber Rouge. (Just for reference, my personal favorites from this line are Geisha Violet, Geisha Marron and Geisha Noire.) Vanilla Hinoki includes notes of vanilla, bergamot, clove, cardamom, nutmeg, cedarleaf, lavender, leather, patchouli, amyris and 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 →

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 →