Olympic Amber is one of the unlisted scents from Ellen Covey’s small artisan house, Olympic Orchids, and as a card-carrying Amber-Lover, this so-called Wild Card is right… Read more “Getting to Know You: Olympic Orchids, Olympic Amber”
Tag: Woody
What does cold smell like?
Birgit posed this question yesterday in her post, “New Year, New Perfume, New Love,” and today I attempted to answer it. The hubby and I started 2011… Read more “What does cold smell like?”
The Scent at the End of the Universe
Or, more accurately, the scent at the beginning of the universe. It took me twelve hours to decide what fragrance to wear while the clock ticked away… Read more “The Scent at the End of the Universe”
Serge Lutens, Chêne
I’ve had my sample of Chêne for a little while now, but have been keeping it “on ice” for a day lacking in natural inspiration. Lightning struck:… Read more “Serge Lutens, Chêne”
Parfumerie Generale, Iris Oriental (formerly Iris Taïzo)
Iris, I like. Donna Karan’s Iris, Prada’s Infusion D’Iris, and Parfums DelRae Mythique are all favorites that get plenty of skin-time. New to my cabinet is Serge… Read more “Parfumerie Generale, Iris Oriental (formerly Iris Taïzo)”
beauty on the outside 