Silver Oud by Amouage Winner
Just as Julien is the protagonist in The Red and The Black, Oud ASSAM is the central character of Silver Oud by Amouage is one of the best niche perfumes of 2021.
Sarah Baker Perfumes Loudo Review (Chris Maurice) 2021+ Childhood Games Draw
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
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
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
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
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