The Winners of the Parfumerie Generale Djhenne Perfume Draw
When the sample comes from one of my favorite perfumers, like Pierre Guillaume, I just spray with abandon like diving into the deep end of the pool
New Niche Perfume Review Neil Morris Fragrances Earthtones #5: Tropical Lagoon- Balmy Bliss + Happy Birthday Draw
When I heard Neil Morris had a new Earthtones scent, and that I was receiving a sample, I was overjoyed as I was already in love with North Woods (Earthtones #3)! When I heard it was a “tropical lagoon” scent; however, I was less than enthused.
New Niche Fragrance: Memo Paris Quartier Latin Perfume “Souvenir of Paris”
What is the sign of a true perfumista? A bottle of one of Memo Paris’s exclusive fragrances sits on your dresser. This year, Scott and Clara Molloy, the founders of Memo introduce two fragrances- Quartier Latin is the one that debuts September (Luxor Oud is the other more information soon).
The Winner of Kerosene Fields of Rubus and Wood Haven Perfume Draw
Fields of Rubus is definitely more “yin” (darker, cooler, elegant and more feminine), yet has that small amount of more intense yang in its core. Wood Haven captures more of the “yang” (brighter, spicier, more Spartan and masculine).
New Niche Fragrance Review: Parfums Lalun Acqua di Callitris – The Last Gasp of Summer + Artisan Salon Draw
A few months ago, I was sent a sample of perfume by Maggie Mahboubian of Parfums Lalun called Acqua di Callitis. I unearthed the sample she had sent me and decided to give it a try. I am glad I waited, because it is the perfect scent for right now, when I have a few coveted warm days ahead.
New Niche Perfume Review Huitieme Art Parfums Poudre de Riz: The Inferno of Emotion + Sample Draw
Pierre Guillaume has been fascinating me with his Huitieme Art Parfums line from the beginning. 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, Podre de Riz is an excellent example of what I am talking about.