Sniff Test: Clinique Aromatics Elixir 40th Anniversary Perfumer’s Reserve

To mark the 40th anniversary of Clinique co-founder Carol Phillips and perfumer Bernard Chant’s indelible creation, the company has commissioned a special Perfumer’s Reserve edition of Aromatics Elixir ($66 for 100ml limited edition floral glass bottle, at The Bay, Sears, Holt Renfrew and Ogilvy; embossed limited edition amber bottle, $90, and solid perfume necklace, $78, [...]

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Beauty spot: spice perfume

I’m looking for a spicy perfume that rises from your skin, giving day-long hints of warmth and pleasure rather than, as some spice fragrances do, the lingering suggestion of manure. It’s worrying. There’s a thin line between gorgeous and farm-ish, one that requires careful smelling and regular second opinions. I want one that is barely noticeable [...]

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Juliette Has A Gun explores new territory with Romantina fragrance

Juliette Has A Gun explores new territory with Romantina fragrance Published: 02/11/11 Source:

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Elie Saab lounge opens at Dubai

Nicole Mezzasalma 24-Aug-2011 Fragrance supplier Beauté Prestige International (BPI) has opened a promotional area for its new Elie Saab scent at Dubai International airport terminal three with Dubai Duty Free. The 24sq m (258sq ft) temporary event-based space in T3’s departure concourse will be available until September 21 to showcase Elie Saab Le Parfum, the [...]

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What are the ingredients in flowerbomb by viktor and rolf perfume?

•Top notes: Tea and bergamot. •Middle notes: Sambac jasmine, orchid, freesia, rose. •Base note: Patchouli. Don't let the Patchouli scare you, it's not a hippie scent! What are the ingredients in flowerbomb by viktor and rolf perfume?

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Givenchy smell success with Liv Tyler

Liv Tyler likes her perfume to become ‘part of’ her. The stunning actress – who is the face of the new Givenchy scent Very Irresistible Givenchy L’Intense – says she doesn’t like to change her fragrance as she wants people to recognise her smell but hates it when the scent is too much. She said: [...]

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For a fresh New Year

Marc Jacobs’ ‘Bang’ It’s time to reflect on the past year in anticipation of the one ahead. A new scent is one way to freshen up or change direction. Marc Jacobs’ new men’s fragrance “Bang” is heavy on pepper with benzoin resin, vetyver, white moss, patchouli and a woody finish. The bottle design is novel [...]

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Lastest Patchouli News

PARTY LINE: With Thanksgiving travel out of the way, Christmas parades into town (PHOTOS) The Seaside Christmas Parade was fun last Saturday, putting everyone into the holiday spirit. I enjoyed spending time with Ladie Bea and Wayne Carlisle and David and Sally Smith at Great Southern Café before and after. I also saw Garner Chandler,… [...]

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Lastest Patchouli News

For a fresh New Year You could put it down to the success of the “Mad Men” TV series or the continuing appeal of the American preppy look, but Brooks Brothers and designer Thom Browne are on a roll at the moment. Their collaborative project Black Fleece has all the trademarks of Browne (one magazine [...]

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Lastest Patchouli News

Wintertime Farmers’ Market open Saturdays, Wednesdays By DONNA KENNY KIRWAN 1203PAWT FARMERS MRKT APPLES.jpg PAWTUCKET — Fans and supporters of fresh and organic farm-to-table produce, seafood and other edible items now have two days a week to shop. The popular Farm Fresh RI Wintertime Farmers’ Market is now open on Wednesday evenings as well as [...]

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