August 2006 Archives
Fragrance News: Free Sample of Inspiration by Lacoste
You can order free samples of the new perfume by Lacoste, Inspiration, for yourself and a friend on the Lacoste Inspiration website. You will be asked to fill out a questionnaire. It takes a little while to download the file...
Scented Quote of the Day, from Dominique Ropion:
"I for one love perfumes that unveil themselves, that one does not understand immediately; but what is truly moving, what everyone is seeking, is that scent which is closest to skin. The reality of sensuality. " Note: Dominique Ropion is the...
Perfume Review & Musings & Sample Giveaway: Live Luxe by Jennifer Lopez
The latest fragrance by Jennifer Lopez, Live Luxe, was created by Claudette Belnavis of Takasago. The fragrance is dedicated to J-Lo's love of dancing. Notes are among others, pear, peach, amethyst freesia, muguet petals, diamond musk, and soft amber....
The 5th Sense in the News: Portrait & Interview of Serge Lutens in Luxury Culture
Check this richly illustrated article in Luxury Culture showcasing Serge Lutens answering many interesting questions regarding perfumery, luxury, beauty, his life in Morocco, and the completion of his fragrance foundation in Marrakesh......
Sisley Soir de Lune (2006) {Perfume Review & Musings}
The latest fragrance by Sisley, Soir de Lune (Moonlit Evening) was reportedly 7 to 8 years in the making. Philippe d'Ornano, son of the founder of Sisley Cosmetics stressed, "You can do a fragrance for a season,...
The 5th Sense in the News & Scented Thoughts: Two Articles by Chandler Burr in the NYT
I just read Chandler Burr's new column in the New York Times. I am somewhat relieved to see that the author is not so keen on using the much advertised 4 star rating system which I cannot help but...
Fragrance News: New Collector's Edition of 24, Faubourg by Hermès
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the introduction of 24, Faubourg in 1995, Hermès will issue a limited edition of the perfume, in a bottle designed by Serge Mansau to imitate the lines of the silk scarf issued at...
Fragrance News: Enchanting by Celine Dion
The stable of celebrity fragrances managed by Coty, the leader in this area, will soon include a newcomer. A new perfume by Céline Dion called Enchanting will be introduced in September 2006 in Europe and in March 2007 in...
Fragrance News: A Perfume Website for With Love by Hilary Duff
Hilary Duff has set up a website to showcase her upcoming fragrance, With Love. You can watch a short video showing the shooting of her advertising campaign.With Love by Hilary Duff And here's what Duff has to say about perfume:"I...
Fragrance News& Shopping Tip: Elixir des Merveilles by Hermès Now Available
The Hermès boutique in Boston just received the latest release by Hermès, Elixir des Merveilles, which is officially due out in September 2006:Hermès of Paris320 Boylston StBoston, MA 02116-3917 (617) 482-8707Source: Hermès boutique ...
Fragrance News: Upcoming Fragrance Book, Le Printemps de Guerlain
The Editions du Cherche-Midi is going to publish a new book on the house of Guerlain entitled, Le Printemps de Guerlain. It is written by Maryline Desbiolles, the recipient for the Femina literary prize for her book, Anchise. The...
New Perfume & Flacon: Paprika Brasil by Hermès
Here is a sneak peek at the flacon for the upcoming Hermès release, Paprika Brasil: Source: Au Féminin...
Fragrance News: The Portieux Flacon for M.A. Sillage de la Reine by Château de Versailles
After having puzzled over the simplicity of the prestige Baccarat edition, here is the Portieux crystal edition for M.A. Sillage de la Reine. I think that it is beautiful and wittier, if I may say so, than the Baccarat...
Fragrance News: More on Chandler Burr's Scent Strip in the NYT
As previously reported, Chandler Burr will start publishing a regular perfume column called "Scent Strip" in the New York Times' Style Magazine. Look for the first column this Sunday August 27 2006. We now learn that Burr will be...