The Winner of The Parfums LaLun Acqua di Callitris Artisan Fragrance Salon Los Angeles Draw
A few months ago, I was sent samples of skin care products and a perfume by Maggie Mahboubian of Lalun Naturals/Parfums Lalun
New Niche Fragrance Review: Bond No. 9 Manhattan + 10 BonBon Draw
When I attended the Elements Showcase in August the Bond No. 9 booth was my first stop and I smelled the new release Manhattan. I would sniff that strip a lot over the next two days. Once I had the chance to wear it I actually found it much more expansive on my skin than on the strip and another fall winner from Bond No. 9.
New Fragrances: Reinventing Courrèges “Patchouli Perfumes Redoux”
A trio of fragrances debut :a new one, called Blanc de Courrèges and reformulations of the older chypre fragrances, including the much loved Empreinte with mega patchouli and Eau de Courrèges In keeping with the 60s vibe, Patchouli will be an olfactory signature of the brand
The Winner of The Huitieme Art Parfums Draw -Poudre de Riz
I’ve always found the best of the Huitieme Art Parfums as studies in the possibilities of the central ingredient and the newest and tenth member of the Huitieme Art Parfums family, Poudre de Riz is an excellent example of what I am talking about.
New Niche Fragrance Reviews: Parfums Ann Gerard- Duchaufour’s Jewelry Box
In these early Fall days of 2012 Bertrand Duchaufour reminded me of what an intelligent artist can do with a collection and the three perfumes he created for the Parfums Ann Gerard Collection exemplify what a collection really means.
Elizabeth Musmanno Announced as President of the Fragrance Foundation US- “New Direction”
Musmanno is an American, Canadian and British (EU) citizen and speaks fluent French… she comes from outside of the world of fragrance and has strong ties to luxury, fashion, art and music industries