Athenaida   02.05.2015 | Perfumes & Brands

Tauer scents

...Sherapop:Cryptic:Has anyone tried the tuberose one? I believe it's called Loretta?I believe that Loretta is a very recent launch--possibly also limited...

NaughtyKitty   30.01.2015 | Miscellaneous

Which masculine scents can be worn by a woman?

...Sherapop:My understanding is that the question relates to the marketing of the perfumes. So, for example, today I am wearing Caron "Le 3eme Homme" ("The Third...

Greysolon   10.01.2015 | Perfumes & Brands

Pecksniffs?

...Sherapop:I was reminded of them during a recent stop at TJMaxx, where I saw some of their lotions for sale.My impression is that they are similar to Molinard...

PBullFriend   14.11.2014 | Miscellaneous

Good-smelling cheapies are hard to find

...is often extremely cheap at the discounters. I got a big bottle of this great stuff for $15 US, I think.Same is true of the Gandini scents - and Sherapop is a big fan.Estee Lauder has done a great job of keeping some of its well-loved ones around for decades with little or no reformulation, and quite...

Omni   11.08.2014 | Miscellaneous

Dead-ringer fragrances as alternative

...Omni:I am fascinated with Love Potion No 9 by Penhaligons. This fragrance pre dates Dune by a year or two and is so similar that Sherapop cannot tell the difference.Now you surprised me. It is quite interesting to me, that LP No. 9 could be similar to Dune, I always felt Penhaligon's... And I agree with that, but looking at the reviews on Fragantica there are many references to Dune. On Basenotes reviewer Darvant raises the topic. Sherapop finds them practically identical on a dry down wrist comparison. So, did Dior 'knock off' LP, invent a marketing ploy around it, and tweak it enough...

Tar   10.08.2014 | Miscellaneous

Dead-ringer fragrances as alternative

...I am fascinated with Love Potion No 9 by Penhaligons. This fragrance pre dates Dune by a year or two and is so similar that Sherapop cannot tell the difference.Now you surprised me. It is quite interesting to me, that LP No. 9 could be similar to Dune, I always felt Penhaligon's...

Omni   09.08.2014 | Miscellaneous

Dead-ringer fragrances as alternative

...am fascinated with Love Potion No 9 by Penhaligons. This fragrance pre dates Dune by a year or two and is so similar that Sherapop cannot tell the difference. The behommeth that is Dior made Dune into a commercial success and FI award winner whilst little Brit Penhaligons had not...

Sherapop   12.05.2014 | Perfumes & Brands

Do you dare to don "Exceptional"?

...Dulcemio:I want someone to release one called Pleasant.Now that would get respect. :)Well, there is "Pretty" and its unfortunate flanker "Pretty Hot"! :?

Sherapop   30.03.2014 | Miscellaneous

Your Perfume - How about a refill?

two arguments: perfume shelf-life and the problem of fakes
...I have often lamented that the beautiful Tocca bottles do not have screw-off tops, which would make them reusable. Here's an example: Tocca "Brigitte"They only contain 50ml, so it seems like an awful waste of a beautiful glass object. However, I understand why perfume companies are loathe to offer screw-off atomizers, and it's not just because the perfume spoils more quickly in non-sealed bottles. It's also because the problem of fakes is already way out of control. Imagine if all perfume bottles were refillable? Ebay would be literally awash with fakes! :?

Apicius   28.03.2014 | Parfumo Research

Parfumo Received Written Warning

Re: I predict business failure for this company
...Sherapop:Sorceress:Seems ridiculous that Parfumo cannot use their name. In a way , it's free advertising for them on your site. Now, no one knows what it is...

Sherapop   28.03.2014 | Parfumo Research

Parfumo Received Written Warning

I predict business failure for this company
...Sorceress:Seems ridiculous that Parfumo cannot use their name. In a way , it's free advertising for them on your site. Now, no one knows what it is if they happened upon it. It's really their loss. And it's a shame that Parfumo will have to pay out money for this, too.This is just crazy. They get free advertising and increased web presence from Parfumo! What company doesn't want that???? :shock:

Sherapop   28.03.2014 | Miscellaneous

Tragedy. When perfumes turn

...Hayven:I follow that trick too with one of my Miss Dior Cherie bottles. The first two sprays are sour, but then the ones after that are fine.I've noticed this too with some of my "now vintage" perfumes (because I acquired them before reformulation). Better to spray into the air before applying if the bottle is older...

Omni   19.03.2014 | Miscellaneous

Spring is in the air!

...Sherapop:Yesterday was so warm and springlike that I threw a gardenia party:Marc Jacobs Gardenia (splash)Marc Jacobs Marc JacobsAnnick Goutal "Gardenia... party:Marc Jacobs Gardenia (splash)Marc Jacobs Marc JacobsAnnick Goutal "Gardenia Passion"Yes, I do find gardenias springlike! 8)Autumn here Sherapop but plenty of lovely days left to enjoy Songes, AG Passion and...

Sherapop   24.02.2014 | Miscellaneous

Whose Oud is missing?

...Sorceress:Recently I picked up "Les Notes de Lanvin - Oud & Rose" locally. I have absolutely no idea what "oud" is supposed to smell like, other than what I have read, nor have I ever owned an perfume with oud as a note listed. I have been hesitant to purchase any, since there are varying opinions, costs, etc., and not knowing if I would like it. But when I saw this one sitting on the shelf at (dare I say it?) my local Marshall's for a ridiculous price I bought it. What I get from it is a sense of being in a garage, an oil feel, as if I'm standing next to a mechanic who's been working all day under cars. I feel as if I should wear this hanging out with my biker friends. It's not overpowering, it's well-blended.Since this the posters here seem to significantly know of "oud" scents, has anyone else smelled this particular one? And is this what "oud" smells like?Well, Lanvin has clearly fallen from grace, and now they've jumped on the "oud bandwagon", too! However, I must say that your description of the mystery note matches my limited experience with true oud. I find it rather unpleasant. :?

Omni   20.02.2014 | Miscellaneous

Good-smelling cheapies are hard to find

...cheapy cheep cheep. A little bird named Sherapop told me about Molinard II. There are other votes for Vanille Marine and Patchouli. I wish I had seen these before I ordered Fancy Nights. The...

Guenni   12.02.2014 | Perfumes & Brands

Hermès perfumes

...Sherapop:I just hope that the next step isn't capitulation to the forces that be at LVMH. Hermès need to retain an independent identity in order to continue...

Sherapop   06.02.2014 | Miscellaneous

EU amendment to sharpen restrictions on fragrance allergens

Re: People With Allergies Do Not Wear Perfume
...Sherapop:Here's a link to my manifesto on this topic: PEOPLE WITH ALLERGIES DO NOT WEAR PERFUMEMost likely they know better. The EU's argument is, however...

MiaTrost   06.02.2014 | Miscellaneous

EU amendment to sharpen restrictions on fragrance allergens

Re: People With Allergies Do Not Wear Perfume
...Sherapop:Here's a link to my manifesto on this topic: PEOPLE WITH ALLERGIES DO NOT WEAR PERFUMEMost likely they know better. The EU's argument is, however...

Flaconneur   11.01.2014 | Perfumes & Brands

Scent of the Day

...Bought this one blind based on Sherapop's glowing review. She's right...it smells fantastic!Me too and the first day I wore it, I got rave reviews. Thanks... s glowing review. She's right...it smells fantastic!Me too and the first day I wore it, I got rave reviews. Thanks, Sherapop....

Dulcemio   09.01.2014 | Perfume Discussions

do cheaper scents require more applications?

...Sherapop:It all depends... I generally find that the more abstract (= synthetic) a perfume is, the more tenacious the scent. The ultimate example being "Joop...