Event Report: Sniffapalooza Spring Fling 2017+Uptown, Downtown, Midtown and Brooklyn Niche Perfume Giveaway

Team Karen (Karen Dubin and Karen Adams) held their TWENTY-SIXTH Edition of Sniffapalooza –SPRING FLING on April 28-30, 2016.

The Friday Night cocktail party was held at Brooklyn’s most fragrant paradise, Twisted Lily. Co-owners Eric Weiser and Stamatis Birsimijoglou always serve up the best scents and offer wonderful hospitality. Their fabulous curation of artisan, artistic and natural fragrances  always draw a crowd.   

Co-Owner Eric Weiser, Sue Phillips, Bart Schmidt and Teri Johnson

A full house filled the 650 square foot perfumista’s paradise and a number of friends-in-fragrance were on hand including Bart Schmidt of Brands with a Purpose, Sue Phillips of Scenterprises, Stephen Dirkes of Euphorium Brooklyn, Belkis Hirsch of KaatskillmeetsNYC,  Ilana Jivago of Jivago and Teri Johnson of Harlem Candle Company as well as many bloggers and fragrance lovers too numerous to list. 

Buly 1803 at Bergodorf Goodman

Day One, SATURDAY, April 29th

Sniffapalooza attendees were given exclusive entry into Bergdorf Goodman an hour earlier than the official store opening. One brand that was new to me, is the cult Parisian apothecary Buly 1803. The boutique at Bergdorf Goodman stocks most of the 700 products of inventory from the Paris flagship. A must visit.

Lyn Leigh or Perfumed Plume, Karen Dubin, Tom Crutchfield SA extraordinaire, and EAU Uncorked MC David Ecker at Roja Parfums at Bergdorf Goodman

Scents that impressed on the floor: uber hot EX NIHILO's newest Citizen x, Maison Francis Kurkdijian's Aqua Celestia, and By Kilian's Black Phantom, The Fragrance Kitchen, Jo Malone, of course Parfums Roja by Roja Dove had many of the attendees attention and are always favorite must spritz brands.

Karen Dubin of Sniffapalooza

Lunch with guest speakers was held at Brasserie 81/2, just around the corner from Bergdorf Goodman.

Guest Speakers Highlights: 

Chandler Burr and Caroline Sabas

Chandler Burr and Givaudan Perfumer Caroline Sabas guided us through the creative process used to compose the Etat Libre d'Orange, You or Someone Like You, inspired by his novel of the same name. They handed out four mods to solicit the group's opinions.  Chandler made a point to tell the audience not to say “notes” when describing scents, but  to call them raw materials.

Abby Wallach and Caroline Fabrigas of Scentinvent Technologies 

Caroline Fabrigas & Abby Wallach of Scentinvent Technologies: Updated us on their LINGER Fragrance Primer (sold out on HSN) and introduced us to their latest invention, LINGER Pure Parfum Serum. 

Geo and Richard Herpin of Precious Liquid

Firmenich Perfumer Richard Herpin and Geo of Precious Liquid: Perfumer husband and model wife teamed up and created a patented 3D concept, the application of 3 different yet complimentary scents on the 3 separate, designated zones of the body.

Mary Ellen Lapsansky and Lyn Leigh of the Perfumed Plume Awards

Lyn Leigh & Mary Ellen Lapsansky of the Perfumed Plume Awards announced the winners of the recent Second Annual Perfumed Plume Awards for Editorial Excellence.

Hope Freeman and Jay McSherry of Nateeva

Hope Freeman & Jay McSherry of Nateeva updated us on their two forthcoming releases. The brand's fragrances are inspired by the native flowers of exotic island destinations.

Teri Johnson of the Harlem Candle Co.

Teri Johnson of Harlem Candle Co.'s Travel and lifestyle expert launched her line in 2014. The mission is to experience the essence and light of Harlem through the collection of fragranced candles inspired by the Harlem Renaissance.

Francoise Alessi of Annick Goutal

Francoise Alessi of Annick Goutal spoke eloquently about the storied the heritage of the brand and the transition from mother to daughter.

Sue Phillips of Scenterprises

Sue Phillips of Scenterprises: Bespoke! Sue was a head of this perfume trend. Her Scentarium is a unique place for creating custom blended perfumes.  

Mark Crames of Demeter Fragrance Library

Mark Crames of Demeter Fragrance Library was on hand to talk about  the future of customization and the success of Kitten Fur, which in its four months of releases has outsold all the others in the line. Perfumistas seem to love cats! Petrichor, the fragrance of Dr. Who is one to look for as well.

Jon Bresler of LAFCO

Jon Bresler of LAFCO New York: Best known for their candles they also bring high-end perfumery into the world of home fragrance.

Hiro Nakayama of Felicia Project

Hiro Nakayama of Project Felicia: Project Felicia started in the distribution of niche fragrance products between the U.S. and Asia and has expanded activities to Singapore to cater the U.S.-base brands’ presence in Asia.  

Jennifer Hardaway of KleanSpa

Jennifer Hardaway of KleanSpa has a products range from Sugar Scrubs to Perfume Oils that are paraben and sulfate free. They will custom blend at their brick and mortar store in Burbank, CA.

Jivago Perfumes

Ilana Jivago of JIVAGO Fragrances: Rose Gold was a Fragrance Foundation 2013 Finalists Fragrance of the Year: Women’s Luxury. Her 24K features real 24-karat gold leaf pieces, suspended within the bottle – a first in the fragrance world. Ilana Jivago came to Live World Premiere her exquisite new fragrance, The Gift.

At every Sniffapalooza, Team Karen donates a portion of each registration fee to a special charity. This event’s charity was Educate Girls.

Penhaligon's Savoy Steam display

After lunch, our first stop was to Penhaligon's gorgeous Rockefeller Center flagship store. Store manager Maya Fedaseyava greeted us warmly and spoke on the House's rich history which dates back to 1877 in London. She then introduced us to the newest fragrance, the aromatic Savoy Steam. 

Molton Brown

Next up was Molton Brown's Flagship store on 59th Street. We were welcomed with cider delectable treats created by Sarah Barber, Executive Pastry Chef to match their latest line, The Patisserie Parlour GOURMAND COLLECTIONS based on Wild honey, rhubarb, and comice pear.

Karen Adams, Francoise Alessi, and Karen Dubin

The evening's closing event was a cocktail party hosted at the tres chic Annick Goutal Madison Avenue Flagship Store. Store Director Francoise Alessi and staff greeted us with wonderful nibbles and prosecco to indulge in while taking in the brand's gorgeous scents. A wonderful close to the day.

Day Two: SUNDAY, April 30th

DIptyque store manager Neil-Christian Williams

Our first stop of the morning was at Diptyque's Bleeker Street location. Boutique Manager, Neil-Christian Williams, and staff greeted us warmly with pastry treats and hot coffee.

Diptyque's Hourglass Diffusers

Neil guided us through a short master class on the brand's history. The focus was on the (must have) new Hourglass Diffuser 2.0, Le Sablier. 

Atelier Cologne Downtown

Atelier Cologne is always a favorite stop for the group. General Manager Ross Barry cheerfully welcomed us with a breakfast cocktail, pastries and presented the current release, Clementine California. Stay tuned for a Sniffapalooza preview event for the new (secret) fragrance.

Malin + Goetz New York

A first for Sniffapalooza is Malin + Goetz. The well-appointed store impressed, stocked with their range of skin, hair, body products and fragrances. The Dark Rum collection is delicious.

Le Labo downtown nyc

Next-door neighbor, Le Lebo,  always impresses with their semi-bespoke experience, is always a delight for the group to spend time at. Come in and get schooled. 

Another new addition is Credo. The San Francisco-based e-commerce shop stocks skincare, body care, and cosmetics from all-natural, organic, and vegan brands.

Red Flower was my final stop before lunch. Store manager, Janie presented the body treatment Hamman, Nature, and Japan Collections.The brand is botanically based, 100% vegetarian and paraben-free. 

David Ecker MC

Little Italy's La Mela awaited the hungry and tired. Fragrance Specialist David Ecker hosted the EAU (Emerging Artisans Uncorked) showcase.

Guest Speakers Highlights:

Anat Fritz of Anat Fritz

Anat Fritz of Anat Fritz:  Designer Anat Fritz was a wonderful addition to the roster this morning. Known for her chic fashion and accessories presented her two perfumes, Tzora (named Gail’s sexiest scent for Valentine’s Day) and her eponymous. The nose behind both is the brilliant Geza Schoen.

Stephen Dirkes of Euphorium Brooklyn

Stephen Dirkes of Euphorium Brooklyn: Stephen premiered his latest creation, Butterfly Eau de Parfum which features accords of violet & wildflowers, wild mint & herb, and water & moss.

Irina Adam of Phoenix Botanicals

Irina Adam of Phoenix Botanicals: Natural perfumer Irina Adam of Phoenix Botanicals presented Vanilla & The Sea, a stunning oceanic floral amber, (which was an Art and Olfaction 2017 top ten finalist). 

Christopher Gordon of The Perfumer's Studio

Christopher Gordon of The Perfumer's Studio: The Perfumer's Studio is a new resource for the creative perfumer based in Los Angeles. The studio offers classes and workshops aimed at developing the perfumer’s art alongside changing gallery exhibitions designed to raise awareness and appreciation of perfumery.

Jennifer Hardaway of KleanSpa and Phoebe Peacock

Jennifer Hardaway of Phoebe Peacock Parfums: Her lifestyle and home brand, separate of KleanSpa, is named after her great-grandmother, Phoebe Peacock. 

Mair Emenogu of MAIR Fragrances

Mair Emenogu of MAIR Fragrances: MAIR is a fine fragrance brand that launched in October 2015. The brand uses exclusive and rare ingredients from all over the world.

David Ecker of Dear Rose: Dear Rose tells in stories the multiples facets of eternal femininity created to celebrate women through a Mother and daughter duo. Fabrice Pellegrin has signed all Dear Rose’s fragrances.

Dominque Brunel of NEZ

Dominique Brunel of NEZ, the olfactory magazine: The bi-annual periodical is dedicated to scent and the sense of smell. Bringing together articles, interviews, surveys and critical analysis with an olfactory focus, NEZ challenges us to use our noses to explore the world. Three issues to date, the first two are only are available in French. The news is that there is an English language version !

Closing out the scent filled weekend were final stops at Harney & Sons Fine Teas and the uber-hip Byredo Flagship Store. Refreshments and parting hugs and kisses filled the room.

Ilana Jivago of Jivago Fragrances and Hernando Courtright of CaFleureBon

Thank you, Team Karen, (Karen Dubin and Karen Adams) for (yet again) another scentually wonderful weekend. See you all at The Fall Ball!

Hernando Courtright, New York City Events Contributor and CaFleureBon Ambassador-at-Large and Michelyn Camen, Editor in Chief 

All Photos by Hernando of CaFleureBon unless otherwise stated. 

We have a ginormous Sniffapalooza swag bag filled with dozens of samples from the Spring Fling including mini and sample size fragrances and goodies from Penhaligon's, Annick Goutal, Demeter, Molton Brown, Diptyque, Byredo, LAFCO,  and many many others. 

To be eligible you must be a registered reader in the CON USA (you have to do this folks) and leave a comment with what you enjoyed about Hernando’s very detailed Sniffapalooza Spring Fling report, if you have attended a Sniffa event before and which brand or perfume you are really excited to get your nose on.  Draw closes May 10, 2017  .

We announce the winners on our site and on our Facebook page, so Like Cafleurebon and use our RSS option…or your dream prize will be just spilled perfume.

 

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31 comments

  • Tami H. says:

    Wow!!! SO many great speakers and wonderful fragrances!
    I am a huge fan of Harlem candles, they are just divine. Also looking forward to trying Euphorium Brooklyn’s Butterfly.
    I live in the U.S. Thanks for the generous giveaway!!

  • Lellabelle says:

    Wonderful roundup, thanks!  Wow – you packed so much into two days!! And great speakers, too. Very jealous  😉

    The balance of fine fragrance and fragrant products was a nice touch.  I'm most  curious about Malin + Goetz' dark rum collection. 

    Thanks for the giveaway.  US please.

  • GrandmaGaga says:

    Thank you for the whirlwind tour of NY's fragrance scene!  Would love to experience this one day but your descriptions will suffice for now.  I would love to try anything from Le Labo.  I am in the US and thank you for the chance to win the ultimate swag bag!

  • NiceVULady says:

    Wow. Hernando’s article almost made one feel that they had actually attended the events themselves. Great reporting. Butterfly Eau de Parfum sounds really interesting, but so do so many others. I’d love to win the swag bag…what a treat that would be. Thanks for the opportunity. I live in the USA

  • quixoticcynic says:

    Thanks so much for the recap-I’ve never attended a Sniffa before, but it was great to get snapshots (visual and verbal) of the speakers. I can’t wait to try the new Euphorium, etc., one day. Thanks, as ever, for the giveaway!

  • Rustee46 says:

    I love that the author included photos of the speakers and perfumers in the article. I have never had the opportunity to attend such a gathering as Sniffapalooza or similar–nothing like this anywhere close to where I live. But it is on my bucket list. 🙂 I live in the CON USA. Of the new items listed, the Molson Brown gourmand line has most piqued my interest. Thank you for this chance.

  • tarena says:

    This looks like so much fun!! I wish there was similar sniffing events close to where I live. Everyone looks like they’re having a great time and it’s so neat to see the faces behind each house. It’s also lovely to hear that Team Karen sponsors a charity every year; Educate Girls is a wonderful org! 🙂 The Patisserie Parlour Gourmand Collection sounds incredible, and I’m very curious about the candles inspired by the Harlem Renaissance! Thanks for the draw. In the US!

  • fazalcheema says:

    The most interesting bit of information is about the future of customization. I believe that is a natural step in the evolution of the perfumery industry due to advances in technologies. There may be diffusing technologies in the future that make it possible for client to engage in consultation from the comfort of their homes. I am most intrigued about Anat Friz Tzora. I have never been to a sniffapalooza event. thanks for the generous draw. I am in the US.

  • Karen Dubin says:

    Another fantastic report by the wonderful Hernando! It was an amazing weekend, and I encourage anyone who loves scent to attend a Sniffapalooza gathering… it is truly a multi-sensory meeting of fragrant minds! Just a plane ride away… 65% of our attendees come from other countries and states all across the U.S.
    Many thanks for the continued friendship,

    Karen Dubin, Founder/CEO Sniffapalooza

  • CBrian says:

    What I loved most was the explanation Hernando gives of the tours through each of the flagship stores. I wish I could have been a part of that tour! I would have loved it. I’ve sadly never attended a Sniffa event, but if I win the Sniffapalooza gift bag then I’ll be so excited to try some Byredo fragrances! I live in the US, and thanks for the fun draw.

  • Donna S says:

    Chandler Burr is always interesting to me and I also enjoyed reading about the 3D concept with Precious Liquid. Excited to read a future issue of NEZ in English. I’d be excited to try Precious Liquid as well as Jivago. what a very generous swag bag- thank you for all the great info and for the opportunity. I’m in US and registered.

  • alexi says:

    first thanks for giveaway think this ones got my name on it,so what i liked most about the article was sneak peak into the many fragrance stores,and the fragrance i really looking forward to trying is The Different Company’s new fragrance Santo Incienso Sillage Sacre and Creeds Viking!And unfortunately haven’t been to sniffapalooza. U.s. resident

  • tiffanie says:

    Thank you to Hernando for the Spring Fling report. It is exciting to read about what’s new and even more of a thrill to see photos of the fragrance world people who make beautiful new scents for us to love.

    I’m sending a special shout-out and hurray to the marvelous people who welcomed visitors at each shop featured here. Without them our world would be less fragrant. Buying online is fun but shopping locally and in person is the best way to explore fragrance.

    I’ve not attended a Sniffapalooza event but would love to go if I were ever in NYC at the right time. I was extra happy to see Savoy Steam and Kitten Fur in the spotlight, both have caught my interest recently. Thank you again for the engaging report and for the generous draw.

  • Steve A says:

    I found the 3D concept very interesting and something I’d like to try. I enjoy the pictures to put faces with names. I think I’d like to try first some from the Byredo line I haven’t tried before. I have never attended a Sniffapalooza nor have I been close to one. And that’s…OK.

  • karo says:

    I’ve never been to a Sniffapalooza but I really need to attend one of these after reading this amazing article. So many great houses and people speaking on behalf of the houses. I really need to try the Euphorium Brooklyn House. Butterfly sounds great. I’m in the CON US. Thank you so much.

  • Beata says:

    This was such a great introduction to all the famous people that we hear about but never see their faces and know who they are. I loved the fact that this article made me feel like I actually attended the event. 🙂 I have never ever been to a Snifapalooza before but I so wish to make it to one this year. The perfume that I’m currently very curious about is the new Euphorium Brooklyn Butterlfy. I love their unique scents!
    I’m located in CO, USA.

  • tooka81 says:

    I love reading Hernnando’s review of his Sniffapalooza experience, it always makes me feel like I was there. from describing the pastries and cocktails or drinks that were served at each store, such wonderful hospitality from each brand! I loved learning about the new releases and to not call them notes but raw ingredients that make up a scent, that one was new! But what surprised me is learing that Detemer Kitten Fur perfume was such a hit, that is shocking! This was wonderful to read , because I still have not attended a Sniffapalooza evennt so this is the next best thing! I would love to get my nose on the Malin + Goetz Dark Rum collection! I live in the US

  • ntabassum92 says:

    I loved reading about so many brands! I also love Dark Rum, and it was so cool to read tidbits, like how one brand is showcasing 3 separate fragrances to be worn together as one scent. I have never attended a Sniffa event before. I am really excited to try the scent Tzora, as I love good romantic sultry scents.

  • Systeme D says:

    I have never been to a Sniffapalooza because I haven’t lived in NYC since the early 90s! But I must say that again, Hernando gives his readers the next best thing to being there — a detailed travelogue with photos!

    If I were to win this brilliant bag full of beauty I would be tempted to spread the contents out on the floor and roll in it like Scrooge McDuck and his money.

    I really need to get my nose on the mysterious Citizen X from Ex Nihilo!

    I’m also very interested in the newest from Penhaligons, and I am dying to learn what all the buzz is about Phoenix Botanicals. Le Labo and Diptyque are perennial favorites for me, and this Dark Rum collection from Malin + Goetz sounds delicious. The Harlem Candle Company’s Harlem Renaissance inspiration? What a great concept!

    I’m in the US.

  • Patty P. says:

    I have never been to a Sniffapalooza. But I bet it smells good in there. If I was to win this bag of goodies I’d go straight to the Vanilla & the Sea and probably the Butterfly Eau de Parfum next, or maybe Black Phantom. 🙂 U.S.A.

  • Cynthia says:

    This makes me slightly less sad about missing the event, as it is such a detailed report! I am happy to see my friend Hiro presenting here! I would love to try any of these, but Kilian Black Phantom is one I’d like to try, also Nair. I attended Sniffapalooza back in 2011. I think it’s about time to go again! Thanks for the draw. USA

  • rodelinda says:

    Wow, there are so many details that I almost feel like I was there. I’ve never attended a Sniffa event before, but I would if one ever happened in the Pacific Northwest. I would have especially loved to see the Diptyque and Anat Fritz stops on the tour. Thanks for the drawing.

  • zamar says:

    Never had the opportunity to attend it. I wish I could be there. Very valuable information in the report. I really want to sniff new By Kilian releases.
    Thank you for the Draw and I live in the US.

  • doveskylark says:

    These types of event wrap ups always make me happy. It’s a joy to read how the stores open their doors and welcome the participants. It must be a joyful fragrant overload to attend one of these events.
    I am very curious about Ciiizen x.
    I live in the USA.

  • Troysome says:

    I can’t wait for my first Sniffapalooza. So many intriguing stories. This seems like such a creative and experimental tune in perfumery. Kitten Fur is on my must smell list. I love the Harlem Renaissance so I will definitely be hitting Teri Johnson’s store on my next trip. Love this as a concept. I want that swag bag.

  • sunnlitt says:

    It was great to travel along with the crowd while reading this great article. It all sounds like so much fun!!
    I have never been to a Sniffapalooza.
    I was lucky enough to join in on a Saturday of sniffing in San Francisco, hosted by Tama a number of years ago. What a wonderful day and how great it was to share fragrances with people who love them like you do!!
    I would love to smell what’s in that little Diptyque bag. The boutique in San Francisco is such a happy welcoming place.
    Thanks for the drawing and the day-by-day reports.

  • stephanie says:

    Sniffapalooza seems so fun! I really loved the pictures from this event and the look into what different brands and stores are offering currently, not to mention just getting a peak at the various excellent outfits people chose to wore during the weekend! Now I’m thinking about saving up to get to New York for one of these events. I’ve never attended a weekend dedicated specifically to fragrance before, but it’s certainly appealing!

    I’m curious about everything in the bag but I would especially love to sniff the Annick Goutal goodies. I’m located in continental US.

  • Hikmat Sher Afridi says:

    Sniffapalooza is an event not to be missed by any means if easy access on Saturday, May, 13th in New York City. There will be so many brands or perfumes you are really excited to get your nose on and a true fun. I’ll be into all the American Brands/perfumes specially Natural/Indies fragrances, if I have been a visit there.
    Thanks for the giveaway & would like to participate by giving my relative address in US.

  • allaces says:

    I have never attended a Sniffapalooza but that’s great its on its 26th rendition of it. It was wonderful to see in the article so many great people from great houses. I would love to try MFKs and By Killians new fragrances. I think I will definitely be trying to go to the next Sniffapalooza:) I Live in the USA.

  • Amy M. says:

    I haven’t been to a Snifapalooza … yet. I sure hope to go next year. I think I was most interested and excited about that amazing Savoy Stream display at Penhaligon’s. Oh and also Nateeva. I’ve not heard of them, and native florals from “exotic” destinations. Thank you for such a generous giveaway. I’m a US resident.