Jo Malone will launch Orris & Sandalwood, a new unisex fragrance in the Cologne Intense Collection, in January. The scent was inspired by the iris root of Tuscany…
The queen of flowers
In episode one of a three part series, Dior's François Demachy looks at the Rose de Mai of Grasse.
Enfleurage Sanctuary, Roses & Amber ~ fragrance reviews
Was it really six years ago that I wrote a shopping report about Enfleurage, New York’s most specialized purveyor of natural aromatics? Yes, apparently. The boutique has since moved to a new address (237 West 13 Street, in Manhattan’s Chelsea neighborhood) but its staggering selection of essential oils and natural incenses remains unchanged. I still sniff individual oils during each of my visits, but I’m also very fond of Enfleurage’s “house blends.” They’re available as concentrated oils and as “roll-ons to go,” diluted in a base of organic jojoba oil for ready-to-wear use.
My favorite house blend is Sanctuary, a blend of ylang ylang, chamomile, patchouli, clary sage and black pepper…
Brecourt Osmanthus Guilin ~ new fragrance
French niche line Brécourt has launched Osmanthus Guilin, a new unisex fragrance in the brand’s Les Éphémères collection, focusing on rare materials…
3 olfactory tales
Camille Goutal talks about the latest trio from Annick Goutal: Les Absolus. Video includes some footage of the brand's new store in New York City.