As administrator of our blog Dee normally chooses the artwork for my posts, which I find helpful since she’s more knowledgeable in the area than I am. Basically,… Read more “Ormonde Woman, Emily Carr and a Giveaway”
Category: Perfume
Effortless elegance? Givenchy L’Interdit & Chanel No 5 Eau Premiere
For ages I have been charmed by the story of Givenchy’s L’Interdit. It was commissioned in 1957 by Hubert de Givenchy for his client, Audrey Hepburn. When… Read more “Effortless elegance? Givenchy L’Interdit & Chanel No 5 Eau Premiere”
Happy Birthday BoTO!
Today, May 13th, Beauty on The Outside is four years old! I’d like to thank our loyal readers, commenters, and contributors; here’s to another great year! -dee
On (good) reformulations: Lanvin’s Arpège
Like death and taxes, perfume reformulations are a certainty. The word ‘reformulation’ pushes all the wrong buttons for many perfume enthusiasts, but I try to be positive.… Read more “On (good) reformulations: Lanvin’s Arpège”
Perfume, Body Image, and How It All Started
Lots of stories have been told in perfume-land about our mothers and how their fragrant choices influenced us. Ann-Marie here at BoTO, Ari at Scents of Self and Victoria at Bois de… Read more “Perfume, Body Image, and How It All Started”
beauty on the outside 