If there is one note in that gets my attention in a fragrance, it is incense. Its smoky, dusty, mournfully resonant character can evoke memories of childhood mass or the serenity of Japanese temples, hear the heart-stirring organ music of the Notre Dame
Shawn Maher’s limited edition and newer iteration Maher Olfactive Barrel Aged Treachery which is an extrait de parfum came along and amplified that interpretation: it now resembles a boozy hearthside lovefest. Deeper, richer and more flamboyant, Shawn’s charred oak barrel aged elixir is a delight for those who appreciate the bouquet of a fine Ardbeg, Laphroaig or Islay malt whiskey.
The Best Perfumes of 2021 were diverse although all were composed with quality ingredients sourced from around the world. From Big brand names to small independents there was much to discover in 2021
The Ten Best Fragrances of 2021 from CaFleureBon Deputy and natural Perfumery Editor Ida Meister and Sr Editor Lauryn Beer were very different from each other and included many natural perfumes, Italian fragrances and perfumes from the U.K. as wel as American artisans
2021 was a great year for fragrance, with many new niche, natural and independent perfumes as well as virtual events and home fragrances. The Best of 2021
A limited edition, Sarah Horowitz-Thran Tapestry for American Perfumer smells like a concatenation of the lovingly familiar and the unexpected; it manages to evoke the sort of fragrance Sarah would compose, while incorporating an element of risk. It is this contrast which creates a finely nuanced and intriguing perfume which feels perfect for the current season. I feel that her description of a tapestry woven in rich, deep shades of amber and green is spot-on in its accuracy.
