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Online fragrance shopping

Posted by Robin on 15 December 2014 2 Comments

New at saksfifthavenue: Guerlain Santal Royal.

New at twistedlily: Vagabond Prince Swan Princess & Land of Warriors.

Monday scent of the day 12/15

Posted by Robin on 15 December 2014 111 Comments

Atelier Cologne still life for Mistral Patchouli

Another Monday rolls around…what fragrance are you wearing today?

I’m commando at the moment, but my sweater still smells like last night’s Atelier Cologne Mistral Patchouli. Meanwhile, my internet connection has been up and down all morning. If I disappear, you’ll know why.

Reminder: this Friday, 12/19, is De-stress Friday…

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Holiday fragrance gifts 2014, part 8

Posted by Robin on 14 December 2014 33 Comments

As always, we have saved the luxury edition for last, and once again the items are listed in order from what-a-bargain to holy-cow-you’ve-got-to-be-kidding.

Thierry Mugler Alien Essence Absolue Crystal Collection

Starting off slow, from Thierry Mugler, Alien Essence Absolue in the Crystal Collection bottle: “Encrusted with Swarovski Crystals, the bewitching Alien nectar is captured inside an everlasting drop of gold that radiates a divine mystical energy. Alien Essence Absolue is a modern and decadent interpretation of Alien that will indulge the solar goddess in every woman.” 30 ml for $138 at Thierry Mugler…

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L’Edition Venini

Posted by Robin on 14 December 2014 6 Comments

Artisans at Venini in Murano create one of ten limited edition glass bottles for Yves Saint Laurent Paris for holiday 2014 (see our luxury gift guide).

Holiday fragrance gifts 2014, part 7

Posted by Robin on 13 December 2014 10 Comments

Our second-to-last holiday gift post for 2014 includes stocking stuffers and cheap thrills. Our final post, hopefully tomorrow, will be the luxury edition.

Dana Tabu, four sizes

From Dana, the classic Tabu Eau de Cologne, in a number of sizes, all affordable: 15 ml for $5.99, 35 ml for $11.50, 90 ml Violin bottle for $19.99, or 75 ml “Nostalgia” bottle for $18.50. At Dana Beauty…

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