In style: lingering notes

The history of fragrance usage in the Middle East being so rich … people know to appreciate the emotional value of it," says Karen Khoury, the Estee Lauder perfume "nose", who has created timeless fragrances including Pleasures. Emotion and scent are undoubtedly entwined, but perhaps not more so for Khoury and Estee Lauder after the [...]

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What's It Worth: Patou perfumes and Boilly tapestry

Q: I have a set of three unopened perfumes by Jean Patou in the original box. I do not know the exact age, but they predate 1955. The cardboard box [has marks and wear] and is marked: “Parfum/Coffret 3 Boules/Amour-Amour, Moment Supreme, Colony/Jean Patou, Parfumer/Made in France.” — D.T. A: French fashion designer Jean Patou [...]

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Heidi Klum: Perfume ‘Is Like Great Underwear’

Andrea Renault/Polaris She’s worn some of the sexiest lingerie in the world as a Victoria’s Secret model, but Heidi Klum believes there’s something even more sensual to wear under your clothes: perfume. “For me, it’s something to complete the look. It’s almost kind of like great underwear,” she said. “No one can really see it [...]

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The Associated Press: Paris retrospective celebrates ad man Goude

Paris retrospective celebrates ad man Goude PARIS (AP) — For Jean-Paul Goude, the days of false modesty are over: The extravagant French illustrator, photographer and ad man — best known internationally for his TV spots for Chanel’s Egoiste and Coco perfumes — says he now finally considers himself an artist. A new retrospective at Paris’ [...]

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Patou perfume bottles popular

Special correspondent Published: December 4, 2011 Q: D.T., Richmond A: French fashion designer Jean Patou (1887-1936) opened his Paris salon in 1912. He took time off to fight in World War I, reopened in 1919, and in 1925 introduced his first perfumes, including Amour-Amour. That same year, Patou came to America. He liked American women [...]

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Mary J. Blige proud of perfume success

Thursday Dec 1 2011 Mary J. Blige “feels so good” when fans tell her they’re wearing her scent. The American songstress has enjoyed great success with her debut perfume, My Life, and has been gearing up for its follow-up, My Life Blossom, to follow in the same path. Mary is thrilled when fans tell her [...]

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Taylor Swift ‘Wonderstruck’ Perfume Review

Kristen Maldonado 'Wonderstruck' enchants at the first spritz. Taylor Swift wins Entertainer of the Year during the 45th Annual Country Music Association Awards at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee on November 9, 2011. UPI/John Sommers II On a trip to the mall, I found myself drawn to the perfume section of Macy’s. I was [...]

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Gulf Daily News » Business News » Expo success for Junaid

MANAMA: Junaid for Perfumes made an impressive impact at the Autumn Perfume Exhibition in Kuwait. Conducted every year, the Autumn Perfume Exhibition, held at the Kuwait International Fair Grounds, brings together an array of creations ranging from perfumes and accessories to skincare products. The event presents the perfect platform for beauty market professionals to market [...]

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Katy Perry, Snooki Dish About Their New Perfumes

In search of a holiday gift for your favorite pop culture junkie? Even if you can’t score tickets to a sold-out concert or an autograph, one way to bring a Hollywood touch to the gift-giving season is with one of the latest celeb fragrances. CHECK OUT WHAT CELEBRITIES HAVE THEIR OWN FRAGRANCES — AND WHERE [...]

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Your Signature Scent: Eau de Roast Beef? Perfumist Makes Memories in a Bottle

Christopher Brosius is a perfumist unlike any other, making custom scents at his “I Hate Perfume” labs for clients willing to pay thousands to have a personal perfume. “My perfumes are really for the person who is wearing them, in that respect, they are the opposite of perfume,” Brosius said. Brosius searches the world for [...]

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