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Le Jardin du Parfumeur

Posted by Robin on 29 June 2022 Leave a Comment

Set alongside the Châteauneuf Orangery, the Perfumer’s Garden – “Le Jardin du Parfumeur” in French – was created with the support of patron Maison Francis Kurkdjian, and will bring together hundreds of flowering species: traditional plants (rose, jasmine), essences that exude unexpected aromas (chocolate, apple), odorous species, and “mute” or silent flowers, such as hyacinth, peony, and violet, which release no extract that can be used in perfumery, despite having a clearly identifiable smell. As a result, perfumers are forced to replicate their scents synthetically.

A labour of love crafted from the exceptional synergy between the Trianon gardeners and Francis Kurkdjian, this new garden will open its gates in Spring 2023. A number of tours and workshops will be rolled out for the general public, families, school groups, students, and associations.

— Read more in Creation of the Perfumer’s Garden at the Estate of Trianon, from the press office at Château de Versailles.

Jimmy Choo I Want Choo Forever ~ new perfume

Posted by Robin on 28 June 2022 5 Comments

Jimmy Choo will launch I Want Choo Forever, a new fragrance for women. I Want Choo Forever is a flanker to 2020’s I Want Choo…

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The daily lemming

Posted by Robin on 28 June 2022 3 Comments

From Chanel, the limited edition Chance Eau Tendre Music Box: "Inspired by the advertising film directed by Jean-Paul Goude [ed. note: this one? this?], the CHANCE EAU TENDRE music box offers a dynamic encounter with chance, in the form of a mobile theatre. True pink sets the tone for this limited-edition item, creating an aesthetic that revolves around a pastel palette. Dancers rotate around CHANCE EAU TENDRE to the beat of the film's energetic score. Each embossed cardboard box is handcrafted and the figurines are individually painted. A collectible keepsake." Includes a 100 ml bottle of Chance Eau Tendre and a rechargable battery + USB cable, $330 AUD at Chanel in Australia.

Tuesday scent of the day 6/28

Posted by Robin on 28 June 2022 193 Comments

It’s (Teapot) Tuesday, plus National Paul Bunyan Day and Tau Day. Birthdays: Henry VIII, Peter Paul Rubens, Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Richard Rodgers, Mel Brooks and Gilda Radner. What fragrance are you wearing?

I have Dawn Spencer Hurwitz The Absinthe Drinkers on one arm; Rosé and Halfeti Rose on the other. Tea at the moment is double-strength Numi Chinese Breakfast with a splash of cream and a bit of nutmeg.

Reminder: on 7/1, Rabbit rabbit rabbit! It’s July, and Canada Day…

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Fewer showy flowers

Posted by Robin on 28 June 2022 Leave a Comment

Among other findings, the scientists discovered that violets produced fewer showy flowers in environments with warmer temperatures and less rain, while those in cooler climates with more precipitation produced more showy flowers. As temperatures warm, violets are also blooming earlier in the year.

— Read more in Climate change is affecting when and how violets reproduce at Phys.org, and see also Yes, spring flowers are blooming earlier—and it might confuse bees. Hat tip to Jalapeno!

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