Matiere Premiere, or ‘Raw Materials’ to you and me, is a collection of genderless fragrances released in 2019 by esteemed perfumer Aurelien Guichard. As the name suggests, Matiere Premiere perfumes have been produced using the finest raw ingredients that nature has to offer. These natural raw materials have been expertly combined to create an exceptional [...]
There is nothing I love more than coming home, switching the lights off, watching my favourite tv programs and burning my favourite candle. Yes, that’s right it is officially candle season! There is no better feeling than snuggling in (or coorie in as we say in Scotland) and enjoying that flickering flame and ambient glow. [...]
During a memorable visit to Grasse, colleague and good friends Christopher Yu and Laurent Delafon discovered the Cenftifolia Rose in all of its natural glory. Experiencing its green, dewy and fruity nuances first-hand ignited a newfound appreciation for this ingredient and sparked an immediate vehemence to showcase the abundance of other precious ingredients that nature [...]
Founded in 2015, contemporary luxury fragrance house Electimuss London has taken the perfumery world by storm. In such a crowded market, it takes a special brand to forge through the barrage of scents, but with such a strong identity it isn’t surprising to see why Electimuss is carving its way to the top. Electimuss, meaning [...]
As a fragrance enthusiast, there is nothing that excites me more than the emergence of a new fragrance house. Therefore, when I cast my eyes upon Spanish house Wilgermain I couldn’t wait to explore their creations. Wilgermain combines the essence of two city districts, the progressive forward-thinking vibe of New York’s Williamsburgh and the chic [...]
Situated in the Aberdeenshire village of Strathdon and only a 3.5 hour drive from Edinburgh, is the wonderfully quaint Sweet Donside Cabins. Nestled within the majestic Cairngorm National Park, it's impossible not to be immediately swept up in the magic of this place. I instantly felt at home from the moment I opened their large [...]
I got some good news last week! I have been nominated as a finalist for Lifestyle category at this years Scottish Influencer Awards. 🎉 Whatever happens I’m just so happy to be nominated and be amongst some of the most talented and creative people in the country. It feels so good to be recognised for [...]
It is fair to say that I was extremely excited when I first came across fragrance house D’OTTO. Spherical bottles of gold and black began to appear on my social media feed, instantly hooking me in with their eye-catching design and unique concept. D’OTTO meaning 8 in Italian, represents the symbol of infinity, perfectly portraying [...]
Ever since my first visit to the Middle East, I gained a newfound appreciation for perfumery and the particular style of fragrance from this part of the world. The sweet smell of Oud from a passing Emirate in the UAE, the smoke-filled rooms laced with bakhoor and the perfume souks glistening with scented elixirs entranced [...]
It is safe to say I was an instant fan of Jo Loves since walking into their London store on 42 Elizabeth Street . As I took in the scented air and cast my eye over the crisp white packaging embellished with that distinguishable red dot, I couldn’t wait to explore their range of fragrances, [...]
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