must admit, I'm the curious sort. Not the type that will go through others' recycling, but the kind that likes to look at fragrance notes and wonder what their coming together could produce. So when the perfume house, Afnan decided not to release the notes for each of the fragrances in the En Route pour femme...

Parfums de Marly", that same criticism also extends to other vanillas released by niche brands in 2023 like "Vanilla Powder | Matière Première" (below in 4th for this category), "Vanille Leather | bdk Parfums" and lastly "Portraits - The Omniscient Mister Thompson | Penhaligon's". I will admit my experience with Penhaligon's prior to smelling Mr. Thompson...

and well put-together. There's a sugary aspect to it that makes it gourmand and a delight for the senses. The floral notes are beautiful and perfectly fit the vibe of the perfume. The only thing I deplore is the longevity of the scent. It becomes a skin-scent quite rapidly (although I do have to admit the drydown is lovely) and I wish it lasted longer. Nonetheless, the scent...

skin, but the sillage and longevity are akin to a body mist. Florals remind me of a non-descript soap that my mom or my grandma once used, other than that it fades rather fast. Will definitely not be adding this one to my collection because of the price and the generic aspect of it. I do have to admit though that it's pretty inoffensive and could be worn when you don't want to think...

Celebration | New Launches/Previews.5PM-7PM EST: ScentXplore People's choice Niche Fragrance Awards ceremony. The virtual event could be accessed through a virtual platform with a link provided to us through an e-mail sent a few days prior to the event. First day impressions I do have to admit I was expecting a lot going in as it was their fourth edition. The beginning of the event was tainted...

with its interplay of cinnamon, nutmeg, and amber, creates a rich and lasting impression that captures the opulence of the oriental family. 6. Leather Top Pick: Antaeus by Chanel (1981) Its bold leather base, combined with fresh top notes, keeps it relevant today. Honorable Mention: Bel Ami by Hermès (1986) A masterpiece that intertwines leather with...

full bottles (even with discounts). Those that can are really lucky. For my part, I'm in the middle. I need to save before getting a full bottle of something that is more than 200$ CAN. I think prices are inflating because of the scarcity of raw materials, but also human ressources. But I have to admit that sometimes I question the prices of a few perfumes. I find Tom Ford's...

In the heart, the warm floral notes of neroli and amber unfold, creating a sensual depth. The base notes of oud wood, vetiver and cedar give the fragrance an earthy warmth and a long-lasting presence. Aqua Allegoria Forte Rosa Palissandro "Aqua Allegoria Forte Aqua Allegoria Oud Yuzu" harmoniert mit den Düften...

am not so much in favor of scents which are clones of famous fragrances . However, taking into account the price factor I fully understand the triumph of clones. Besides that, we must admit that it ain't a war between good and evil, the famous authentic and the notorious clone. It is mostly a fact of fragrance business we cannot keep eyes shut at. Universal e-shops like Notino are like guides for the false...

In fact, respectable noses behind these creations have dedicated their time and passion to giving life to essences that should lighten and cheer up our days. So, with this article, I would like to shed some light on my impressions and feelings about it. There is something about something. I must admit that there is value or truth in what master perfumers have done, even if most people...

Chypre fragrances? In addition, are Chypre fragrances not often dolled out by niche fragrances houses? Would it not be a stellar marketing tactic to take advantage of this golden opportunity while still being regarded as somewhat niche, to cement your place in this particular market. I will admit that although there is a paucity of middle...

an accord that smells a bit like black hash, which could be thought original for the time, but this heavy dark fougère with a bitter undertow - which draws on the classic green chypres of the seventies - could be read as a testament to Or Black, or - more prosaically - just cashing in. Bel Ami (1986) Bel Ami was a commission by Hermès and so had to be a leather - that...