Thierry Mugler will launch Alien Goddess Supra Florale, a new fragrance for women. Alien Goddess Supra Florale is a flanker to 2021’s Alien Goddess, which was a flanker to 2005’s Alien; it follows 2022’s Alien Goddess Intense…
Tuesday scent of the day 5/30
It’s Tuesday and National Mint Julep Day. Birthdays: Countee Cullen, Benny Goodman, Colm Tóibín. What fragrance are you wearing?
I’m considering spending the rest of the week in Prada Infusion d’Iris Absolue. My tea is Keemun Mao Feng Organic from Upton with a pinch of Art of Tea Rose Black and a splash of milk.
Reminder: 6/2 will be Powder Puff Friday…
I’d rather go to the V&A than to Sephora
I have an eclectic taste for art and perfume, but I have rules on how to select perfumes. They have in common inventiveness, character, signature and this way of making one with the wearer. I have never watched other people’s work. Not out of contempt but I don’t think it elevates you. Art is a better source of inspiration. I’d rather go to the V&A than to Sephora.
— Read more in Perfume publisher Frédéric Malle: ‘I’d rather go to the V&A than to Sephora’ at The Evening Standard via Yahoo! Life. Malle is sponsoring this year's The Evening Standard Art Prize.
The eye of a tuberose
A quick spot for the new Marfa Oud from Memo.
Monday scent of the day 5/29
It’s Monday, and if you’re in the US, Memorial Day. It’s also National Biscuit Day and JFK’s birthday. What fragrance are you wearing?
And if you have a friend or family member who died while serving in the armed forces, and you want to tell us about them, please do.
I’m in Hermès Eau des Merveilles.
Reminder: 6/2 will be Powder Puff Friday…