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The daily lemming

Posted by Robin on 31 December 2018 32 Comments

"Discover what your nose knows" with the Master Parfums Pocket Quiz. "The first of a collection to come. 120 questions about perfume culture that will help you learn as you play. History, Perfume Secrets, The Olfactory Palette, Brands, Perfumes, and Tips: Test your knowledge and challenge your friends! From amateur to connoisseur to expert, who will be the Master of Perfumes? Discover what your nose knows ! For 2 to 3 players, or more, in teams." Available in English or French, €12 at Au Parfum. Plus, I've got one to give away...leave a comment that says "I'm interested" for a chance to win! I'll draw a winner at random on Friday.

The Boy and The Piano

Posted by Robin on 22 December 2018 20 Comments

Folks in the UK have probably already seen this umpteen times, but in case anyone elsewhere missed it, here is the John Lewis & Partners Christmas advert with Elton John. Some people loved it. Some people didn’t.

Below the jump, Waitrose puts the focus back on what really matters.

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The daily lemming

Posted by Robin on 19 December 2018 Leave a Comment

Need a little plate to put your scented candle on? Of course you do! "A new addition to Cire Trudon’s series of objects, six glass coupelles welcome Mynott’s spirited illustrations: with their felt-base, the small plates are ideal to display scented candles. Through the glass, the humoristic drawings mirror the stories behind Cire Trudon’s iconic perfumes. A decorative take on Cire Trudon’s art de vivre." Shown is La Marquise, $55 at Aedes.

Objects celebrate the holiday season

Posted by Robin on 6 December 2018 Leave a Comment

A (perfume-free) holiday video from Hermès.

The daily lemming

Posted by Robin on 4 December 2018 2 Comments

So I forgot the Tuesday Teapot on the scent of the day, again, but here's a tea to lemm: Kusmi's Tsarevna 2018 (same tea, new tin). "Once upon a time, under the Russian empire, the tsar would have his daughters ("the tsarevnas") travel all the way to the Winter Palace to celebrate the holiday season in Saint Petersburg, home of Kusmi Tea. This year Kusmi Tea’s most iconic Christmas Tea, Tsarevna, comes in a Limited-edition tin, elegantly decorated with arabesques inspired by the masterpieces of Russian jewelry. The warm scents of christmas spices are softened by delicate notes of orange peel, vanilla, and almond. The blend is enhanced by a touch of liquorice, adding a naturally sweet taste. A festive delight!" At the moment, if you buy the 200g tin ($31.90), you get a free scented candle, although the size and the scent of the candle are a mystery. It's red, though.

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