Hey folks, it was my birthday this week, and as one of my presents to myself (as well as a tiny bit of perfume) I picked up… Read more “Bitter as tonic”
Tag: Givenchy
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”
I have made up my mind …
… after several weeks of study in my perfume-cation, that: Although I appreciate Andy Tauer’s Vetiver Dance, it is too strange and sour for me. His Zeta… Read more “I have made up my mind …”
Perfumes that don’t inspire: A Tale
My mom currently lives on the small island of Dutch Harbor (think “The Deadliest Catch”), and came to us fresh off her annual month-long European tour. During… Read more “Perfumes that don’t inspire: A Tale”
beauty on the outside 