August 2006 Archives

New Perfume: L'Homme by Yves Saint Laurent

 The new men's perfume by Yves Saint Laurent, L'Homme, is described as a masculine floral oriental. It aims to be an elegant mainstream yet sensual perfume. The face for the product is French actor Olivier Martinez.The fragrance was created...

Fragrance News: Cerruti 1881 Black for Men

 The house of Cerruti will launch Cerruti 1881 Black for Men in Europe from October 2006. It was conceived as a modern twist on the original Cerruti 1881. The scent was created by Michel Girard of Quest. The perfume...

New Perfume: Baghari by Robert Piguet

 Fashion Fragrances & Cosmetics is releasing its third reedition and adaptation of one of the classic fragrances in the catalogue of the former fashion house of Robert Piguet. This time, it is Baghari, named after the evocative exotic syllables...

New Perfume: Luxe Femme by Montblanc

  Montblanc has unveiled its new women's fragrance, Femme, which aims at creating a sense of sophistication and luxury in its wearer. It is recommended for wearing in the evenings and on special occasions......

Andre Gas Ensoleille-Moi (2006) {Perfume Review & Musings}

 The French jeweller from Saint-Tropez, André Gas, just introduced his first fragrance in 2006. It is called Ensoleille-Moi (Cast Sunshine on Me, Bathe me in sunshine, literally). It was composed by perfumer Mathilde Laurent. This profane prayer to the sun-god...

Fragrance News: Free Sample of Vera Wang Princess

  You can get a complimentary sample of the new Vera Wang Princess perfume on the Vera Wang Princess website if you take the time to fill out a questionnaire.Update: apparently this offer is no longer valid.Source: Cosmetic News ...

New Perfume: Emporio Remix for Him by Armani

 The new Emporio Remix for Him by Armani (dark blue bottle) is meant to pay an homage to disco dancing. The perfume is described as offering the remix of a vintage fougère fragrance. Top notes are bergamot, basilic, and anise....

New Perfume: Amor Amor Elixir Passion by Cacharel

 Cacharel has introduced an Orientalized version of Amor Amor. It retains the fruity-floral characteristics of its predecessor while adding a new warmth and sensuality to it. The perfume was composed by Laurent Bruyère and Dominique Ropion. Top notes are...

Intimately Beckham For Him & For Her {New Perfumes}

The Beckhams are launching a duo of fragrances in the wake of the success of Instinct by Beckham. "The Intimately Beckham for Him juice, concocted by International Flavors and Fragrances features notes of bergamot, grapefruit zest, cardamom, violet, nutmeg,...