When Parfum Initial came out in 2011, I wanted to like it– as a lover of all things Shalimar– and, happily, I did. I thought then, as… Read more “Sample Summer: Shalimar Parfum Initial L’Eau”
Tag: Neroli
Guerlain, Philtre d’Amour
Philtre d’Amour is unusual for a contemporary Guerlain: it smells like it belongs in their earlier catalogue, alongside Shalimar, L’Heure Bleue, Jicky, and Mitsouko, yet is just a… Read more “Guerlain, Philtre d’Amour”
The Chypre: Roja Dove, Unspoken
Applying Unspoken, I close my eyes, inhale deeply, and focus on the fragrance wafting up from my wrist. Before I can open my eyes again, an elegantly… Read more “The Chypre: Roja Dove, Unspoken”
Oh no, not Miss Dior!
A couple of days ago I was idling some time away on the Dior website, watching the new ad promoting Miss Dior Cherie, now fronted by Natalie… Read more “Oh no, not Miss Dior!”
Getting to Know You: Olympic Orchids, Little Stars
My particular note preferences don’t much hinder me in appreciating beauty where I find it, and it is with delight that I bring you the next installment… Read more “Getting to Know You: Olympic Orchids, Little Stars”
beauty on the outside 