JK DeLapp of Rising Phoexix perfumery has re-created vintage Peau D’Espagne and updated it to reflect his Southern American heritage with is new natural perfume P’eau Sud, a natural musk skin scent
Tonka beans are a key ingredient in many vintage perfumes such as Guerlain’s Shalimar (1925), where it was used with a deft touch to give depth and diffusion to floral absolutes such as rose and jasmine. With its caramel and spice aspect, tonka is a natural for gourmand perfumes accenting notes such as vanilla and chocolate.
Many braved “the elements” in the dead of winter to attend the three-day Elements Showcase in NYC. In my mind Elements has always been a celebration of niche perfume for both emerging and established brands, and like others passionate for perfume nothing not even sleet, snow nor slush could keep us away
Both perfumers have spent long periods of time in the South Pacific around Australia experiencing life on their terms. It is why, in the case of both of these perfumers, the few creations which actually make it into our hands; there is a palpable joie de vivre. Sadly, Magnolia Sandrine is the last perfume for Sandrine Videault as she passed away all too soon
Match the CafleureBon Editors and Contributors to their favorite winter Olympics sports and win the gold, silver and bronze medal perfumes of your choice. See you in Sochi
Brooklyn Perfumer, Julianne Zaleta, fascinated by fougeres, has released one of her own with Sol de la Foret (Forest floor). She has done her homework, researching the history of coumarin and its natural sources
