Posts filed under: Fragrance reviews

In my previous article on fig, we broke down the composition of fig leaf fragrance accord. Understanding what facets it has makes it easier to imagine the versatile uses of fig in perfumes – be it highlighting the coconutty, lactonic...

When I saw a sample of Cuir Velours in a traveling perfume sample box, my first – involuntary – thought was – there are so many excellent leather fragrances. Why bother? Is there more to say and smell on the...

The leaves are still just changing into their autumn festive colors, but it feels like Christmas to me already. A very fragrant one indeed. I have barely had the time to digest all the news and smells from the fall...

Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue. And something that smells awesome, pretty please. A perfume for the bride! You chose the dude/dudette, the dress, jewelry, accessories, shoes, undies, makeup, hairstyle, location, another location, dates, backup dates, decor, meals,...

Tom Ford’s new fragrance, Soleil Brûlant, is unexpected. This totally isn’t just another beachy perfume. It has little in common with the rest of “Soleil” releases by TF. Beachy? No. At least not in the “tanning oil” sense. Does it...

Files de Dieu perfume is very evocative of Thai food. With notes of rice, lime, corriander, shiso and cardamom - is it going to smell like an Asian kitchen or an actual perfume? Read on....

Every year towards the end of winter (or rather right after the holiday season), I crave scents that remind me of lazy beachy days and not needing layers of clothes to keep warm. One of the reasons for my fond...