Christian Dior has launched Dior Homme Intense, the third fragrance in the trilogy that started with Dior Homme, followed by Dior Homme Cologne.
Dior Homme Intense is a stronger, Eau de Parfum version of the original woody floral fragrance, and is intended for evening wear…
Imagine if physics were only taught at General Electric, and only after hours. Imagine learning cuisine if there were only five good restaurants on earth. Small wonder so many of the young perfumers are sons and daughters of people in the same profession.
— Luca Turin's latest article in NZZ Folio, Dreamjob.
I wonder why we’ve not seen a Keith Richards fragrance called “Undead,” with hints of embalming fluid and a soft whisper of old cigarettes. How soon before we can douse ourselves in Lindsay Lohan’s “Rehab,” with the earthy essence of black coffee and Altoids?
— from Smellywood’s Puttin’ on the Spritz, in the Santa Barbara Independent, with thanks to Joe for the link.
Estee Lauder will hold an “Ascent Event” with fragrance experts Catherine Barber (shown) and Trudi Loren at Nordstrom Michigan Avenue in Chicago on November 8th and 9th.
A Personalized Fragrance Reading! Using provocative images, colors and sounds, Catherine and Trudi will help you discover a scent that reflects the real you…
In introducing their new Egg Nog fragrance, Demeter made the claim “If you love Egg Nog, you’ll love Demeter’s Egg Nog…and if you hate it, maybe you just haven’t had GOOD Egg Nog”. I am in a different bind: I can’t remember what egg nog really tastes like. I haven’t had it in years. I don’t think I ever liked it, but honestly I’m not even sure…
L’Artisan Parfumeur will be holding a "Scents & Style Event" on Saturday, November 10, from 10 am to 5 pm at their Madison Avenue location in New York City:
A stylist from Taste Generation whose client portfolio includes Chanel and Chloé will help you discover the scent that captures your style as you receive a personal Speed Style Consultation. Please call 212-794-3600 to schedule an appointment or stop by during the day at your convenience.