The Scented Salamander: Perfume & Beauty Blog & Webzine: July 2007

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July 19, 2007

Sarrasins by Serge Lutens {Scented Image} {New Perfume}

Here are beautiful pictures of the upcoming dark purple-colored jus with black tinges by Serge Lutens called Sarrasins. On the right is the exclusive signed limited edition numbered from 1 to 30 decorated with an Arabic style of calligraphy that is engraved using gold and platinum (850 Euros). The non-luxury edition is priced at 105 Euros and will be available from September exclusively at the Salons du Palais Royal Shiseido.....

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Andy Warhol's Silver Factory by Bond no9 {New Perfume}

Bond no 9 will launch a new fragrance in December of 2007 called Andy Warhol's Silver Factory that will illustrate a novel concept for the perfume house. It will be the first perfume in a series of Andy Warhol fragrances that will be created in partnership with the Andy Warhol Foundation.......

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July 20, 2007

More on Infusion d'Iris by Prada {New Fragrance}

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Prada Infusion d'Iris will debut in September of 2007 and is planned to be a major launch for the brand. The eau de parfum was composed by Daniela Andrier from Givaudan and is described as a very modern take on iris.....

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Rose Kashmirie by Les Parfums de Rosine {New Fragrance}

Les Parfums de Rosine will introduce a new fragrance this fall called Rose Kashmirie. The perfume, described as a warm, soft, luminous and spicy rose concoction, is inspired by the colors, aromas and mythology of India. One of its main ingredients, saffron, mystically blooms from October to November and not coincidentally, the perfume will be launched officially in October of 2007, although will be available sooner in select retail points. The fragrance was composed by nose François Robert in collaboration with the founder and owner of the house, Marie-Hélène Rogeon......

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July 21, 2007

Rue du Petit Musc, Quid? {Scented Thoughts} {Fragrances of Paris}

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The other day, I posted a picture of a street in Paris, located in the IVth arrondissement, which is called "Rue du Petit Musc"(literally reading as "street of the little musk"), thinking that I should double-check its meaning and learn more about the history of that street. I have found a couple of books which will offer more complete information, but for right now I was already able to determine that the word "musc" here does not make reference to "musk", but to a history of illicit pleasures in the city......

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July 22, 2007

Rose Absolue by Yves Rocher {Shopping Tip}

Rose Absolue, the second opus in the Yves Rocher Secrets d'Essences collection can now be sampled by American customers. Yves Rocher USA proposes a free Try Me Size of the new perfume with each purchase of a full-size fragrance. It is also currently available as a separate purchase for $3......

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July 23, 2007

New Wardrobe of Perfumes: Scent Systems: Rose, Jasmine, Wild Violet, Tuberose, Oeillet {New Fragrances}

Scent Systems is a UK-based perfume brand that was founded in 2003 by Hiram Green. He, together with perfumer George Dodd, have now created what they like to term their first ready-to-wear wardrobe of scents, which is wholly dedicated to a floral theme. The Floral Collection comprises Rose, Jasmine, Wild Violet, Tuberose, and Oeillet (Carnation).....

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Lécythiophile or Lécythomyrophile {Perfume Words}

A lécythiophile (masc.) or less commonly, lécythomyrophile, is a word employed in French and English (without the accent) to designate a miniature perfume bottle collector.

"Lécythiophile" literally means the friend of the lécythe (masc.) from ancient Greek lekythos, which used to refer to a vase containing oil or perfume destined to bodycare during the Greek antiquity.......

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DVD of Perfume - The Story of a Murderer (2007) Out July 24th 2007 + Giveaway {Fragrant Shopping}

The DVD of Perfume, The Story of a Murderer is coming out tomorrow, July 24th 2007. We will soon review the DVD(s) and especially the Collector Edition from Europe, which contains a number of interesting, nay, fascinating featurettes. Paramount is sending us some copies of the US edition, which contains one behind-the-scenes featurette and we will organize a giveaway of these at the end of our review of the DVD......

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July 24, 2007

Requiem for Theresa Duncan of The Wit of The Staircase {The 5th Sense in the News}

Artist and Film-maker Theresa Duncan was well-known within the perfume blogosphere as the author of The Wit of The Staircase where she wrote on a range of cultural topics, including perfumes.The New York Times reports that Theresa Duncan committed suicide on July 10th at the age of 40. Her long-time boyfriend artist Jeremy Blake is reported to be missing since July 17th........

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Trésor Concreta, Trésor Elixir by Lancôme {New Perfume}

Lancôme has launched a variation on the modern classic Trésor originally created by Sophia Grojsman, which is called Trésor Elixir. It is described as being both sweeter and more full-bodied with woodsy accents that are almost leather-like, together with a balmier trail (honey rose, vanilla absolute, heliotrope, sandalwood)......

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L'Oréal Found Guilty of Racism, Kate Winslet & Clive Owen Under Pressure to Cancel Contracts with Cosmetics Giant {The 5th Sense in the News}

This is a belated report on a racism law-suit brought against l'Oréal's Garnier label by SOS Racisme to establish that they had practiced systematic racial discrimination when recruiting personnel. Garnier was recognized guilty by a French court through a historic ruling.....

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July 25, 2007

Strip by Agent Provocateur {New Perfume}

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Once more, a perfume by Agent Provocateur with a naughty wink and title. Strip is the latest launch by the UK-based brand known for its sexy lingerie lines and commitment to a porno-chic credo.....

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July 26, 2007

Fracas for Men by Robert Piguet with Notes on Fracas & Bandit {Perfume Review & Musings} {Men's Cologne}

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Fracas for Men by Robert Piguet is nominally only linked to Fracas (for women), as it does not attempt to be a masculine rendition of the famous classic tuberose fragrance created by Germaine Cellier in 1948. We do not know when exactly and by whom it was composed, although it is certainly a late creation that was probably destined for the American market. It presents itself as a spin-off, but only for commercial reasons and to seemingly participate in a brand recognition effort. The flacon is quite basic and reveals the fact that the launch was not a prestigious one.

The scent is a floral fougère, apparently almost out of fortuitous coincidence sharing notes of orange blossom, orris, sandalwood, and musk with the feminine Fracas. If there is any tuberose in it, it would solely contribute to a soft floral core dominated by the orange blossom without being made to stand out. The coolness of lavender within the fougère accord is truly the most dominant floral note.........

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New Marc Jacobs Daisy Website {Scented Paths & Fragrant Addresses}

Marc Jacobs, as part of their advertising campaign to promote their upcoming new fragrance called Daisy, have set up a website with playful interactive tools. The perfume will debut in August and is aimed at young women.....

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July 19, 2007

Sarrasins by Serge Lutens {Scented Image} {New Perfume}

Andy Warhol's Silver Factory by Bond no9 {New Perfume}

July 20, 2007

More on Infusion d'Iris by Prada {New Fragrance}

Rose Kashmirie by Les Parfums de Rosine {New Fragrance}

July 21, 2007

Rue du Petit Musc, Quid? {Scented Thoughts} {Fragrances of Paris}

July 22, 2007

Rose Absolue by Yves Rocher {Shopping Tip}

July 23, 2007

New Wardrobe of Perfumes: Scent Systems: Rose, Jasmine, Wild Violet, Tuberose, Oeillet {New Fragrances}

Lécythiophile or Lécythomyrophile {Perfume Words}

DVD of Perfume - The Story of a Murderer (2007) Out July 24th 2007 + Giveaway {Fragrant Shopping}

July 24, 2007

Requiem for Theresa Duncan of The Wit of The Staircase {The 5th Sense in the News}

Trésor Concreta, Trésor Elixir by Lancôme {New Perfume}

L'Oréal Found Guilty of Racism, Kate Winslet & Clive Owen Under Pressure to Cancel Contracts with Cosmetics Giant {The 5th Sense in the News}

July 25, 2007

Strip by Agent Provocateur {New Perfume}

July 26, 2007

Fracas for Men by Robert Piguet with Notes on Fracas & Bandit {Perfume Review & Musings} {Men's Cologne}

New Marc Jacobs Daisy Website {Scented Paths & Fragrant Addresses}

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