This year has been an absolute whirlwind for the fragrance side of my blog, so much so that I haven’t had a chance to update my pages since my visit to Esxence in March. With so much to share, I thought now would be the perfect time to give you a rundown of my fragrance-filled [...]
Atelier des Ors has always been a preferred brand of mine, captivating me with its stunning cut glass bottles and refined perfumes infused with 24k gold flakes. Established in 2015 by Jean-Philippe Clermont, Atelier des Ors is known for its poetic approach to perfumery, aiming to preserve the essence of French haute perfumerie. During a [...]
Believe it or not, I hadn’t explored the Italian brand THoO before, but I was very familiar with their beautifully distinctive artistic bottles. Previously known as The House of Oud, I had refrained from trying their fragrances, perhaps due to my overuse of Oud scents. However, their creations now transcend the world of Oud revealing [...]
I am incredibly excited to have been selected as a finalist for the Rising Star category at the Jasmine Awards by Fragrance Foundation UK 💫 The Scented Letter Article I am grateful to The Perfume Society for allowing me to express my fragrance journey in their publication, The Scented Letter and On The Scent Podcast [...]
As my plane touched down in a rather rainy Italy, I was already filled with excitement as I was here to attend Esxence 2024. The prestigious fragrance fair held each year in Milan never fails to captivate with its olfactory delights and innovative creations, and this year was no exception. With an impressive selection of [...]
They usually say X marks the spot, but on this particular occasion, it's all about the W. Recently opened at the end of 2023, the much-anticipated W Edinburgh hotel had many tongues wagging due to its unique architecture. Crafted from a winding steel ribbon-like design, likened to the spirals of paper, it is said to [...]
It's probably no surprise by now that you know how much I love Marrakech! Stepping into its bustling labyrinth feels like entering a world where time stands still, and every corner tells a story. The medina, pulsating with history, traditions, culture, art, and handicrafts, serves as the beating heart of this captivating city, where the [...]
If I could sum up my favourite moments of 2023, entering the olfactory realm of ScentXplore would be high up on my list. Situated in the vibrant heart of Chelsea, New York City, this exhilarating international niche perfumer convention proved to be a delightful escapade for myself and fragrance enthusiasts around the world. Launched in [...]
David Benedek, the founder of BDK Parfums, has been immersed in the world of perfume since childhood. Born in Paris in 1989, he grew up surrounded by the universe of perfumery, as his grandparents' store specialised in the sales of luxury fragrances. From a young age, he learned about the history of perfumery and cultivated [...]
It has been a year of many firsts for me as I tumble gleefully down the rabbit hole of fragrance. Last week I was kindly invited to Pitti Fragranze, a prestigious global gathering centred around fragrance and beauty. Held in the historic Italian city of Florence, this renowned event celebrated its 21st edition attracting buyers, [...]
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