There’s a fruity-oud aspect in the waft that seems incongruous, and is totally unexpected juxtaposed with the sweet, nutty, milky-creamy sandalwood—it reminds me more than a little… Read more “Parfumerie Generale Praliné de Santal”
Category: Recent Acquisitions
Monday Mail: Anné Pliska, EDP
Sometimes, no matter how well prepared you think you are for an experience, you are surprised. Well aware of the cult-like following this scent has among dyed-in-the-wool… Read more “Monday Mail: Anné Pliska, EDP”
Monday Mail: Teo Cabanel, Alahine EDP
It was Birgit’s review that piqued my interest in Alahine; however, I was skeptical about my need for another amber oriental fragrance (I have more than a… Read more “Monday Mail: Teo Cabanel, Alahine EDP”
In the Mail: a week at Howe House
This week was a busy week in the Howe House! After reading Anne-Marie’s post about her long standing relationship with Chanel no 19, and Tarleisio’s post titled,… Read more “In the Mail: a week at Howe House”
New stuff: perfumes from garden and salon
Two little treats arrived in my post box today: samples of Guerlain Arsene Lupin Dandy, and Hermes Un Jardin en Mediteranee. Both are examples of high French… Read more “New stuff: perfumes from garden and salon”
beauty on the outside 