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Gallivant Los Angeles EDP (2019)by Karine Chevallier
With Oscar fever ruling the hashtags today, it feels appropriate to dive into some LA glamour, so here’s my verdict on Global Beauty Award…
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National Fragrance Week 2026: Six Independent Perfumers you should know
The UK has a wealth of world class independent perfumers, and this being National Fragrance Week, I think they deserve our attention. I’ve selected…
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I think I have a Velvet Crush: My Verdict on Sarah Ireland Perfumes
From the archives: You may not have heard of Sarah Ireland perfumes, but having received a set of four samples from Sarah last week,…
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Florist 101 by Shloksha: Spring is coming!
It’s January the 89th, and it’s time that spring got its act together. Reach for the florals, and not just any floral…
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From the archives: Samantha Scriven interviews Olivier Cresp on AKRO
From the archives: My interview with Olivier Cresp on AKRO
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Eight years on: AKRO: Olivier Cresp’s addictive family collaboration
To celebrate eight years of AKRO, here’s my original article and interview from 2018. In fact, I loved MALT so much, that I included…
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Aftelier Patchouli Noir by Mandy Aftel: A Mènage a Trois full of ooh la la!
Mandy Aftel, of Aftelier (she is sole founder and perfumer), almost needs no introduction if you are familiar with the world of natural perfumery.…
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Wales Perfumery: Coast, Country, Forest
In readiness for the new Wales Perfumery fragrance launch next week, here’s my 2022 visit and verdict. Diolch yn fawr Louise!
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Strictly Go Dancing! Rosa de Rio by Karen Timson Fine Fragrance
Karen Timson Rosa de Rio eau de parfum is for fun, frolics and fiestas. It’s also perfect for party season.
