Lara Stone for the relaunch of Stella by Stella McCartney.
Bunch o’ limited edition collector bottles 2013, part 13
More limited edition collector fragrance bottles, with the usual disclaimers: in most of these cases, the juice is unchanged, just the bottle is “special” (or not, as the case may be), and some of these may not be available in the US.
From Acqua di Parma, a special edition of Colonia Intensa Oud Concentrée: “Assertive elegance, precious materials and craft make are combined in the sophisticated special edition created by Acqua di Parma exclusively for Harrods…”
Stella McCartney Stella Summer ~ new fragrance
Stella McCartney has launched Stella Summer, a new limited edition flanker to 2003′s Stella. Stella Summer follows last year’s Stella Summer Rose…
Stella McCartney L.I.L.Y Absolute ~ new perfume
Stella McCartney has launched L.I.L.Y Absolute, a new stronger version of last year’s Stella McCartney L.I.L.Y…
25 Rose Fragrances Every Perfumista Should Try
A few weeks ago, Robin posted an update to her much-loved post 100 Fragrances Every Perfumista Should Try, adding twenty-five more fragrances worth seeking out. Angela has pitched in with a tempting selection of 25 Vintage Fragrances Every Perfumista Should Try, while Kevin has expanded our view with a list of 50 Masculine Fragrances. And what’s my “beat” here on Now Smell This? I’ve always gravitated towards florals, particularly rose-based perfumes, so I’ll do my part with a run-down of some must-try rose scents.
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1. Annick Goutal Rose Absolue
Annick Goutal was one of my “gateway” houses into perfume obsession, partially because it offers several rose-inspired fragrances. Rose Absolue is the most “true” rose of the group. It brings together essences of six different roses (May, Turkish, Bulgarian, Damascus, Egyptian, and Moroccan) into a radiant bouquet…