Sarah Baker Perfumes Loudo Review (Chris Maurice) 2021+ Childhood Games Draw

November 7, 2021November 7, 2021

In Sarah Baker Perfumes Loudo, her newest creation, Baker tapped master perfumer Chris Maurice (a nom de nez of perfumer Christian Carbonnel) to fashion an oud-centric fragrance inspired by childhood play and, as Baker describes, “how it deeply shapes our ability to understand and use conceptual and abstract thinking.” With its unique marriage of elegant oud and quirky, gourmand undercurrent, Loudo is unexpectedly delicious.

Velvet & Sweet Pea’s Purrfumery Pangolin Violette Rose by Laurie Stern Winner

November 7, 2021November 7, 2021

Velvet & Sweet Pea’s Purrfumery Pangolin Violette Rose stands out because it presents a floral woody perfume for adults composed of the finest essences one may obtain; it’s a voluptuous rarity which delights the senses.

Bon Monsieur by Rogue Perfumery Winner

November 6, 2021November 6, 2021

While Bon Monsieur by Rogue Perfumery playfully, yet respectfully, draws inspiration from bygone powerhouses (many of which have been reformulated to abide by IFRA regulations), the fearless “Cross-ness” of the composition separates Bon Monsieur by Rogue Perfumery from the fragrances it emblematizes. As in the culinary world, a successful recipe is predicated on the quality of its ingredients and it’s clear that this rogue perfumer’s risks have paid off. It’s also clear that Mr. Cross must have been a hell of a chef.

Maison Crivelli Hibiscus Mahajad Review (Quentin Bisch) 2021 + Ruby Red Tea Draw

November 6, 2021November 16, 2021

Maison Crivelli Hibiscus Mahajad is Thibaud Crivelli’s memory of the gemstone market brought to life through the skill of Givaudan Perfumer Quentin Bisch. It is the first extrait de parfum in the Crivelli collection and uses ORPUR natural perfume ingredients Hibiscus Mahajad is a wicked blend of ruby rose and hibiscus tea, crushed pomegranate seeds bleeding its red-hot juice over zesty mint and cinnamon sticks

Josephine Baker: her imaginary perfume table and a scented profile of an extraordinary woman

November 5, 2021

On November 30, 2021, Josephine Baker will become the first woman of color, as well as the first entertainer ever, to be inducted into the French Panthéon. Josephine Baker was a great fan of Jean Patou’s ethereal haute couture gowns and functional sporty ensembles; she’s also said to have favored the House’s iconic perfume Jean Patou Joy

Explicite By Ex Nihilo Winner

November 5, 2021November 5, 2021

Don’t be deceived by the soft opening of Explicite by Ex Nihilo. It promises to be sweet and comforting, but there are teeth hidden underneath that pretty pink smile, and she will sink those sharp fangs into your flesh without the slightest remorse