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15
Jan
NVC Creations Eshal is a green, luminous, airy. Etat Libre D’Orange Above The Waves is told through three teas and incense. Marc-Antoin...
15
Jan
Louis Vuitton Ambre Levant ~ new fragrance :: Now Smell This
Louis Vuitton will launch Ambre Levant, a new fragrance.
Amber and oud illuminate the golden hour.
The moment the sun begi...
15
Jan
Balsamic Glow and Lasting Depth
Tree resin is a sticky, solid or sometimes semi-solid material produced by trees, mainly to protect themselves from injury, infections,...
15
Jan
Dearly Departed: SL De Profundis
Well I guess I will keep the Serge thing going here since one of my Surrender to Chance hauls...
15
Jan
fragrance review & notes on inspiration
Cinnabar by Estée Lauder needs no introduction, really. It's well known at least by name to most perfume collectors. Its magical name ...
15
Jan
Maison Margiela Up at Dawn ~ new fragrance :: Now Smell This
Maison Margiela has introduced Up at Dawn (Windsor 2025), a new woody floral fragrance joining the Replica series.
Evoking the t...
15
Jan
How to Build Your Perfect Wardrobe This Year With Bay Rum, Vetiver and West Indian Lime for Every Occasion | St Johns Fragrance Co LLC™ St Johns Bay Rum
Our wardrobe doesn’t end at the collar. Scent is the finishing touch: quiet, intentional, and remembered long after we’ve left the room...
15
Jan
From the archives: Samantha Scriven interviews Olivier Cresp on AKRO
To my chagrin, this interview was done via email, rather than in person, but I hold out hope that we will meet in person one day. My in...
14
Jan
Bvlgari Eau Parfumee The Imperial ~ new fragrance :: Now Smell This
Bvlgari has launched Eau Parfumée Thé Impérial, a new fragrance in the brand's tea series. The last in the collection was 2015's Eau Pa...
14
Jan
Sarah Baker Va Va Vanilla
Sarah Baker Va Va Vanilla image courtesy of the brand
The velvet curtain rises. The lights dim. On the screen, a new adventure is abou...
14
Jan
Where to Spray Cologne: Best Pulse Points by Season, Fabric, and Occasion | St Johns Fragrance Co LLC™ St Johns Bay Rum
The proper placement of fragrance transforms a scent from fleeting to unforgettable. Most of us spray on instinct: wrists, neck, shirt,...
14
Jan
A Soft Floral Twist On Aromatic Calm
Pink lavender refers to specific varieties of the herb plant, primarily English lavender (Lavandula angustifolia), which produce soft, ...
13
Jan
Avon Perfect Nonsense Ginger Blaze: Hay, Meet Ginger!
The Avon Perfect Nonsense range dances playfully to the tune of scent collisions that aren’t supposed to work but do. I’ve already revi...
13
Jan
Black Orchid in Fragrance: Dark Floral Opulence
In the world of floral opulence, the black orchid emerges as both muse and mystery. This flower, dark as midnight velvet, keeps its sec...
13
Jan
Mint In Fragrance: Cool, Crisp and Invigorating
Mint refers to a popular aromatic herb (from the genus mentha) known for its refreshing flavour, used in cooking, drinks, and remedies ...
12
Jan
Wales Perfumery: The Celts by Louise Smith
“an olfactory journey through the ancient Celtic world, celebrating the tribes who shaped the identity of Wales, Scotland, Ireland, Cor...
12
Jan
The daily lemming
From Josie Maran, Whipped Argan Oil Body Butter in Vanilla Apricot: "A blend of sun-ripened apricot and warm Madagascan vanilla is heig...
12
Jan
Jovoy Parfums Ha Long Bay
Jovoy Parfums Ha Long Bay
Back in October, we reviewed Ha Long Bay, the latest perfume from Jovoy which presented a lush and nature ide...
12
Jan
Amouage Line 618, Remain & Sequence ~ new fragrances :: Now Smell This
Amouage has launched a new trio of fragrances in the Essences collection: Line 618, Remain and Sequence.
An olfactory expression...
12
Jan
Lazy 3-day weekend poll ~ open thread, early-to-mid January 2026 :: Now Smell This
It's our first lazy weekend open thread of the new year...talk about anything you like — the fragrance you’re wearing today, the last f...
11
Jan
Testament London Twisted Hearts, Essential Parfums Velvet Iris
Testament London Twisted Hearts is a scent-scape of NY, Élisire Aliksir amber-hued and Velvet Iris is an olfactive portrait of the ent...
11
Jan
the New Nut Trend in The Body Shop Macademia Nut & Cheirosa 71
Nuts were huge this past year. The perennial almonds, the hip pistacchios and the richly baklava-reminiscent walnuts...How about macad...
10
Jan
Softly Woody with Floral Warmth
Rosewood in perfumery offers a soft, sweet, woody and lightly floral scent, with gentle citrus and spicy nuances. It adds warmth, depth...
10
Jan
Magnolia in Perfumes: Creamy Citrus Floral Grace
Magnolia in perfume has a way of appearing quietly. It does not rush forward or dominate the senses. Instead, magnolia settles into a f...
10
Jan
Giorgio Armani Stronger With You Powerfully & Stronger With You Spices ~ new fragrances :: Now Smell This
Giorgio Armani has launched Stronger With You Powerfully and Stronger With You Spices, two new fragrances for men. Both are flankers to...
10
Jan
Find Your Signature Scent This New Year: Best Cologne for Men in 2026 | St Johns Fragrance Co LLC™ St Johns Bay Rum
The New Year doesn't ask for new goals; it asks for better standards. We update the way we dress, show up, and move through a day. A si...
10
Jan
Aftelier Patchouli Noir by Mandy Aftel: A Mènage a Trois full of ooh la la!
Mandy Aftel, of Aftelier (she is sole founder and perfumer), almost needs no introduction if you are familiar with the world of natural...
10
Jan
Lattafa Fragrances Everyone Is Talking About
Lattafa perfumes are a popular pick for perfume lovers because of their long-lasting scents. From spicy and warm to sweet and floral, t...
10
Jan
My Top Ten Avon Fragrances of 2025
It sounds strange that the world’s best selling fragrance brand isn’t even in the shops*, but even so, Avon shifts hundreds of millions...
09
Jan
Neil Morris Shimmering and Statik Olfactive Scarlett Lady
Neil Morris Shimmering has a quiet power that is subtle. Statik Olfactive Scarlet Lady is a vintage rose wrapped in a pillowy marshmall...
09
Jan
Notes for 2026
Where do you think fragrance is wafting in 2026? Let’s follow our noses and sniff out what may be ahead.
Gourmands, refined Once...
09
Jan
L’Occitane Mimosa Verveine ~ new fragrance :: Now Smell This
L'Occitane has launched Mimosa Verveine, a limited edition fragrance.
A breath of light from Haute-Provence.
An invitati...
09
Jan
Statik Olfactive The Forbidden Temple
J’s image of Statik Olfactive The Forbidden Temple
The Forbidden Temple is the newest release of the Forbidden Collection composed by ...
09
Jan
Rania J Samar Kand review
Rania J Samar Kand courtesy of the brand
“Sweet to ride forth at evening from the wells,When shadows pass gigantic on the sand,And ...
09
Jan
The daily lemming
An apricot candle from Eataly: "Experience the sun-kissed sweetness of summer with our Italian Apricot Candle, inspired by the lush orc...
09
Jan
Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male In Blue ~ new fragrance :: Now Smell This
Jean Paul Gaultier has launched Le Male In Blue, a new spicy aromatic fragrance for men. Le Male In Blue is a flanker to 1995's Le Male...
09
Jan
Top Fragrance Trends to Watch in 2026
Forecasting is always a question of insightful reading of what is going on in any given industry, as well as a good instinct on how th...
08
Jan
Anjou Pear In Perfumes: Juicy Fresh & Elegant.
Anjou pear in perfume is celebrated for its naturally light, fresh, and fruity scent. It is often layered with floral, green, or woody ...
08
Jan
Parfums de Luxe Illusio and JusBox Sisters B4 Misters Winners
From Steven and Olya’s Top Ten Best of 2025: Parfums de Luxe Illusio is clean, smooth, and very well put together. JusBox Sisters B4 Mi...
08
Jan
Gentleman’s Nod Toro Bravo X ScentXplore
Chris Christiansen with Gentleman’s Nod Toro Bravo X ScentXplore at The Exhibition December 4-6 2025
To introduce Steven’s video, I as...
08
Jan
Patchouli Noir by Aftelier Perfumes
Dear Perfume Posse. Stop everything you are doing. Right Now! Go and get yourself a sample of Patchouli Noir by Aftelier Perfumes. Seri...
08
Jan
Inky Berry Bite and Green Tartness
“Dark cassis” most often refers to Crème de Cassis, a rich, dark red liqueur crafted from blackcurrants, popular in cocktails or sipped...
08
Jan
Orange Slice in Fragrance: Zesty Citrus Spark
The term ‘orange slice‘ typically refers to a wedge or segment of a fresh orange, a candied or dried citrus confection, or a specific t...
08
Jan
Perfume Shrine: Oriflame Sublime Tonka: short fragrance review
Sublime Nature Tonka Bean by Oriflame is a fresh interpretation of tonka beans. The fragrance is positioned in the Premium branch of t...
08
Jan
The Comforting Warmth of Amber Fragrances
Amber is one of perfumery’s great shape-shifters: not a single material, but a glowing accord that feels at once ancient and endlessly ...
07
Jan
Marc Jacobs Daisy Wild Eau So Extra ~ new fragrance :: Now Smell This
Marc Jacobs will introduce Daisy Wild Eau So Extra, a new fragrance for women. Daisy Wild Eau So Extra is a flanker to 2023′s Daisy Wil...
07
Jan
Welcome 2026
Perfume PosseWelcome 2026
I welcomed 2026 with the tail end of the flu. It was not pleasant. It also rained for pretty much the whole w...
07
Jan
Floral Street + Bridgerton Enchanted Masquerade ~ new fragrance :: Now Smell This
UK-based niche line Floral Street, in collaboration with the television series Bridgerton, will launch Enchanted Masquerade, a new frag...
07
Jan
Juicy Freshness with Watery Sweetness
Melon in fragrance offers a fresh, juicy, sweet, and watery scent, most often created using synthetic materials such as calone to sugge...
07
Jan
The damage so far: fourth quarter 2025 buying poll :: Now Smell This
2025 is over, but we can't wipe the slate clean just yet. Donatella Versace, Our Lady of Fragranced Forgiveness,1 has a few free moment...