Posts by almannat.com
15
Sep
Grapefruit, with its zesty aroma and vibrant appeal, has carved a niche in perfumery as a refreshing and uplifting element. Its invigor...
15
Sep
Mushrooms | Perfume Posse
We’re within another storm. Amy. Fair bit of rain, very high winds. Feels soupy outside. Large bits of bark from the eucalyptus tree in...
15
Sep
The alchemy of ambergris – perfume’s most peculiar treasure
Ah, ambergris – the very word conjures tales of wildest fragrant fortunes, ranging from shipwrecked treasures found by dog-walkers on D...
15
Sep
Any one been to Stephen Cordina Aroma & Therapy Perfume Atelier in Malta?
Hi, I'm currently in Valletta, Malta and have seen an interesting shop that I plan to visit tomorrow (my last day).
I just wondere...
15
Sep
Top 10 Modern Retro Perfumes + Guerlain Vetiver Fauve review (Delphine Jelk; 2025) –
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0pvhsKlV_PY
I suspect Guerlain didn’t think that a vetiver composition wou...
15
Sep
Tauer Perfumes L’Air du Desert Marocain Noir ~ new fragrance :: Now Smell This
Tauer Perfumes has launched L'Air du Désert Marocain Noir, a new flanker to 2005's L'Air du Désert Marocain.
A Walk Into the Des...
15
Sep
Ghoulish Goods Custom – my new favourite Goth Indie House
I'm in the process of discovering this Etsy indie house and so far what I have tested is blowing my mindI previously talked about ...
15
Sep
Regime des Fleurs Bitter Lime Rind ~ new fragrance :: Now Smell This
Niche line Régime des Fleurs has launched Bitter Lime Rind, a new limited edition fragrance.
A spanking fresh gender-bender. Sou...
14
Sep
Christian Dior Bois Talisman review
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It all seems to have gone a bit topsy turvy in the world of Captain Kurk. His latest version of Dior H...
14
Sep
Cartier L’Envol (Mathilde Laurent; 2016) & Guerlain Coriolan (Jean-Paul Guerlain; 1998) perfume reviews –
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In recent months, I’ve found myself thinking what a shame it is that Cartier L’Envol seems to have van...
14
Sep
[Women's] Scent of the Day – Sunday 14th of September 2025
Hello Humans!It's time to tell Basenotes Robot what you're wearing today! Don't forget you can also log your SOTD here.C...
14
Sep
LoveShackFancy Secret Crush ~ new perfume :: Now Smell This
NYC-based fashion and lifestyle brand LoveShackFancy will launch Secret Crush, a new gourmand fragrance for women, later this month.
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14
Sep
Help Legit Check – Frederic Malle French Lover
Hey guys, could you help me legit check this Frederic Malle French Lover from the pictures the seller sent me? The price seems almost t...
14
Sep
Christian Louboutin Lavande Fetiche ~ new fragrance :: Now Smell This
French luxury footwear brand Christian Louboutin has launched Lavande Fétiche, a new leathery aromatic addition to The Fétiche collecti...
14
Sep
Before & After – A New Series On My Substack, Charting The Development Of Renowned Perfumers –
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This is almost pointless. A fact that’s slightly ironic given that, on paper, the idea looks as though...
14
Sep
Areej Le Dore – Oud Luwak II
Fragrances - Areej Le Dore Perfume Brand by Russian Adam
Areej Le Doré aspires to return one to the ancient roots of pe...
14
Sep
Lazy 3-day weekend poll ~ open thread, mid-September 2025 :: Now Smell This
PSA: our next swapmeet will start on Saturday, 20 September.
We're marking the last days (weeks? maybe?) of summer with our usual open ...
13
Sep
What Perfume Would You Wear As A Wedding Guest Today? – Undina’s Looking Glass
I planned to ask this question last week, but since I was traveling for the said occasion, my schedule got too hectic, and I didn’t eve...
13
Sep
Before & After – Quentin Bisch
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I first became aware of Quentin Bisch not by smelling one of his works but by seeing him on my TV scre...
13
Sep
L’Entropiste perfume showcase review – Bertrand Duchaufour; 2025 –
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A few years ago, the main trend in the perfume industry was the creation of high-end, exclusive (read:...
13
Sep
Manhattan Meetup 2025 — Sep 20th
Dear Basenoters,It's that time again—the 2025 Manhattan Meetup is officially happening! For the uninitiated: this is not just a me...
13
Sep
Lolita Lempicka Fleurs ~ new fragrance :: Now Smell This
Lolita Lempicka has launched Fleurs de Lolita Lempicka, a new fragrance for women.
Lolita Lempicka unveils her new feminine frag...
13
Sep
[Women's] Scent of the Day – Saturday 13th of September 2025
Hello Humans!It's time to tell Basenotes Robot what you're wearing today! Don't forget you can also log your SOTD here.C...
13
Sep
Hiram Green Ultra ~ new fragrance :: Now Smell This
Hiram Green has launched Ultra, a new natural fragrance inspired by the 1980s.
Inspired by the bold energy of the 1980s, where c...
12
Sep
Floris Purple Memoire review – Penny Ellis & Nicola Pozzani; 2025 –
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For reasons that are probably related to various twists and turns of history, several perfume brands w...
12
Sep
Sea Salt and Perfume: A Journey of Freshness
The allure of sea salt in perfumery lies in its power to deliver a burst of freshness that feels both invigorating and calming. Sea sal...
12
Sep
Fragrances for Downton Abbey’s Final (?) Goodbye…
The lush curtains are about to fall for the last time at Downton Abbey, the cinematic Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale glimmering on U.K...
12
Sep
[Women's] Scent of the Day – Friday 12th of September 2025
Hello Humans!It's time to tell Basenotes Robot what you're wearing today! Don't forget you can also log your SOTD here.C...
12
Sep
Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 Edition Millesime ~ new fragrance :: Now Smell This
Maison Francis Kurkdjian will launch Baccarat Rouge 540 Édition Millésime, a new (extra) luxury edition of Baccarat Rouge 540 featuring...
12
Sep
A Candle to Covet: Told London Dancing Light, Lake Como
I was recently invited to the Zoom launch of Told London’s latest candle, Dancing Light, Lake Como. The launch was hosted by Thomas Du...
12
Sep
Top Groomsmen Gifts 2025: Personalized Favor Sets They’ll Actually Use | St Johns Fragrance Co LLC™ St Johns Bay Rum
If you're looking for ways to say thank you to your groomsmen, the most meaningful groomsmen gifts are not just traditions; they are a ...
12
Sep
Has anyone used Cosmetify.com?
Has anyone used them before?I'm a little skeptical as their prices seem too good to be true, especially as they also sell Chanel.I...
12
Sep
The daily lemming
Hungry? From Eadem, Le Chouchou Exfoliating + Softening Peptide Lip Balm in limited edition Pain au Chocolat ("caramelized brown with s...
11
Sep
Looking for Caryophyllene CAS Number: 13877-93-5
Hey guys, I am looking for Caryophyllene and I am running into:
Beta...
11
Sep
Pierre Guillaume Volupte Noire & Kyphenze ~ new fragrances :: Now Smell This
French niche line Pierre Guillaume has launched Volupte Noire, a new fragrance in the brand's Black Collection, and Kyphenzé, a new fra...
11
Sep
A Fabulous Addition To Fine Fragrances
Frangipani, often known by its botanical name Plumeria, is a cherished gem in the perfume world, celebrated for its lush, exotic fragra...
11
Sep
Twilly dHermes | Perfume Posse 2017s pillar fragrance
Hey Hey Posse Peeps. I’m a complete sucker for a Travel Size. There, I’ve said it, and it is a truth. Back in May Cinnamon was talking ...
11
Sep
[Women's] Scent of the Day – Thursday 11th of September 2025
Hello Humans!It's time to tell Basenotes Robot what you're wearing today! Don't forget you can also log your SOTD here.C...
11
Sep
The daily lemming
Coming from Imaginary Authors, Is This Still Life?, a quince-inspired candle made in collaboration with Saveur magazine, with notes of ...
10
Sep
Best Fall Perfumes 2025
With cooler weather, it is time to change from light summer fragrances to more serious scents that make an impact. We asked fragrance e...
10
Sep
Off Topic: A Wedding Story
Since Portia shared her and Jin’s wedding photos and story I thought I would (maybe rehash?) write about the wedding that I helped mak...
10
Sep
Scented autumn style edit: unbox your new fragrance wardrobe…
The seasons may turn, but one rule remains steadfast: perfume wardrobes must be kept as lively and ever-changing as the British weather...
10
Sep
Heads Up! LE DIX is back!!
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A reverential reconstruction of M. Balenciaga's 1947 icon, the House's first perfume, Le Dix is an olfactory ti...
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Sep
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Sep
Acqua di Parma Gelsomino a Freddo Ambrosia & Zafferano Ambrosia ~ new fragrances :: Now Smell This
Italian niche line Acqua di Parma has introduced Gelsomino a Freddo Ambrosia and Zafferano Ambrosia, new Extrait de Parfum versions of ...
10
Sep
Parfums de Nicolai Creme Ebene ~ new fragrance :: Now Smell This
French niche line Parfums de Nicolaï has launched Crème Ebène, a new fragrance.
Crème Ébène is an enchanting fragrance which ble...
10
Sep
[Women's] Scent of the Day – Wednesday 10th of September 2025
Hello Humans!It's time to tell Basenotes Robot what you're wearing today! Don't forget you can also log your SOTD here.C...
10
Sep
The daily lemming :: Now Smell This
Another limited edition lemming from Lush: Champurrado Shower Gel. "Celebrate Día de Muertos by indulging in molten cocoa aromas and wa...
09
Sep
Peach Captivates The World of Fragrance
Peach has a delightful way of captivating the imagination and the senses. The aroma of peach is not merely an olfactory experience but ...
09
Sep
Marine Layer | Perfume Posse
Posse! ‘Lah-di-dah, ’tis Autumn’. And this year Autumn happened with a quickness. After several weeks of 80s-90s a torrential (and V...