Guerlain Chamade
In March 2023, I wrote about hyacinths and reflected on their unique scent in nature and perfume. I highlighted some of my favorite classic fragrances featuring...
Category: Classic & Vintage
An Aldehydic Chypre Treasure: K de Krizia
My review of overlooked and discontinued vintage fragrances continues with K de Krizia as I explore “The Handbook of Great Italian Perfumery” by Marika Vecchiat...
A Timeless Opulent Amber: Krazy Krizia
“The Handbook of Great Italian Perfumery” by Marika Vecchiattini has revived my interest in fragrances I had long forgotten. One of these creations is Krazy Kri...
An Ethereal Love: Chanel No. 19
I like many different types of fragrances, but classics like Chanel No. 19 – so polished and evergreen – hold a special place in my olfactory taste and always t...
My Guide to Halloween Fragrances
When October begins, my desire for deeper and richer scents soars. However, the fall mood wouldn’t be complete without fragrances that nicely match the dark and...
Fragrant Loves of the Past
I am dedicating this Valentine’s Day to past (but not lost) loves. If you’ve been in love with perfume for as long as I have, you might recall those young feeli...
Lancôme Magie Noire
Last year on Halloween Day I featured a fragrance created as an inspiration for a modern, whimsical witch (read my full review of Nobile 1942 Malía here). This ...
Hové Parfumeur Purple Violet and Spanish Moss
I’ve loved perfumes all my life, but I don’t limit myself when it comes to good scents. I love fragrant bar soaps and body lotions too. The New Orleans independ...
Trussardi (Original, Eau de Toilette)
Another discontinued fragrant gem is the Italian vintage creation Trussardi by Trussardi, designed and launched by the Italian designer house in 1983. Although ...
Caron Bellodgia, Eau de Toilette
Today I’m reviewing Caron Bellodgia, a discontinued fragrant gem I stumbled upon by chance while it was still available in select stores. I first tried it a few...