New Fragrance: Tocca Liliana Eau de Parfum “Flappers and Flowers”
Flappers dancing the Charleston on a lush green lawn inspired Liliana the newest scent from Tocca
The Winner of the Oriza L Legrand Deja Le Printemps, Oeillet Louis XV, Relique d’Amour, and Reve d’Ossian Perfume Draw
For the revival of Oriza L. Legrand Elisabeth de Feydeau is clearly not lacking in either of those qualities. This is a perfume house returning to relevance thanks to her commitment to it.
New Fragrance Review: Parfums Mercedes Jus d’Amour -Precious and Romantic-The Essence of Love + Smell of Love Draw
Many perfumes attempt to capture the feeling of love. Many, I am sad to say, miss the mark. A relative newcomer Mercedes Ganon and her first release Jus d’Amour does its name justice.
Niche Fragrance Review: For Strange Women – Naturally Capturing the Scents of Memories + A Memorable Prize Draw
Curious about the scents For Strange Women line, I asked perfumer Jill McKeever to send me some samples. I received three from the Black Forest Solids line, consisting of Fireside Story, Nightshade Garden, and Black Forest Cake plus Winter Kitty.
New Niche Perfume: Mona Di Orio Parfums EAU ABSOLUE
Mona di Orio may not be with us, but her legacy lives on. Parfums Mona D’Orio will be introducing EAU ABSOLUE a fragrance Mona was working on before her passing November 2011.
January’s Spilled Perfume: CaFleureBon Profiles In American Perfumery “The Artisan (Indie) Perfumers” + 10 Fragrant Prizes
July 3, 2011 was the day we first debuted CaFleureBon Profiles in American Perfumery. These have been among our most popular posts; the most fan mail came from readers who thanked us for supporting and spotlighting Artisan perfumery in the US.