The English Patient by Michael Ondaatje + Byredo Parfums ‘Chembur’ Samples Draw

The English Patient by Michael Ondaatje is a story of love, war and betrayal (towards relationships and political affiliations). The central characters come from different backgrounds, play very different roles. On a personal note, this novel is on my “100 Books You Must Read Before You Die List”. The movie doesn’t count, so don’t feel it is a substitute for the novel.

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The Five Winners of Jouany St. Barthélemy and Marrakech Sample Sets

It is very apparent that excellent materials are being utilized, from the very first sniff.
Ida Meister marvel at all the details: fine quality fragrances, elegant logo, lovely bottles, ambitious mission.

Monsieur and Mme. Jouany are delightful folk; I truly hope that this new chapter in their lives proves to bring them much success and pleasure
thank you for sponsoring such a generoous draw

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Miller et Bertaux Om: Meditative Incense

I am a lover of incense fragrances but as the weather turns warmer I find that I have trouble wearing my favorites. So I’m always on the lookout for a resinous fragrance that I can keep at the front of my wardrobe even in the heat of August. During my trip to Esxence 2011 I think I found that summertime incense, Miller et Bertaux Om.

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