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September 2007 Archive
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Jil Sander is going to launch an amped-up version of Style this fall called Stylessence. It was composed by the same perfumer, Bernard Ellena of Symrise. The perfume is meant to bring out the more seductive and sensual side of the Jil Sander woman and judging by the ad and packaging is meant to be more of an evening scent.......
Continue reading "Stylessence by Jil Sander {New Perfume}" »
Forbes has featured a selection of the 10 most expensive desserts in the world. The winner is The Fortress Aquamarine which combines love of food and jewelry; its price at $14 500 is mostly justified by the aquamarine stone that decorates the dessert-sculpture. You also have to fly to Sri Lanka to have a taste of.....luxury? But the best desserts for a perfumista might be these two......
Continue reading "10 Most Expensive Desserts in the World & New Ambregris Dessert by Pierre Hermé {Fragrant Recipes} {Fragrances News}" »
Open your eyes! Photographer Terry Richardson is becoming fashionable among celebrities wanting to promote their perfumes from the porno-chic angle. He is well-known for his graphic aesthetics and these days, it seems that one needs all the attention one can create to pull a perfume out of the crowd, nay sea, of new releases. After Tom Ford decided in a dramatic reversal of aesthetic choices to play the Terry Richardson card rather than the Marilyn Minter one, the Beckhams have also enlisted Richardson's camera to promote the Intimately Beckham Night duo......
Continue reading "Terry Richardson, is the New Darling of Perfume Advertising, Which Means More Sex Please {Scented Images} {Scented Thoughts} {Trend Alert}" »
After having mentioned yesterday the iconic Revlon Charlie perfume ads of the 1970s as presenting the counter-archetype of the woman seen as object as proposed in several recent perfume adverts, we decided to revisit some of these 1970s and 80s ads to reconnect for a time with Charlie's bouncy step.
Many of us remember energetic Charlie walking with a conquering spring in her step. She wore pants and to show off that she really knew how to wear them, her stride was amplified, made almost exaggerated at times, like the stylized idea of independence and confidence. Man, she could walk some giant steps on behalf of all women.
Here are some images to remember Charlie who could even reveal herself to be on occasion (unfortunately) paternalistic, if provoked by the behind of a man; sexual harassment you said? Connais pas. What a change of scenes in the current adverts we talked about yesterday which contain allusions to a rather crude sexual assault, a woman with half a face who is really the dream of an inflatable sex doll, and submissive femininity in general. Blame it on cultural eclectism and trends rather than on an overall ideology but still.....
Charlie in 1978 for the UK
Continue reading "Remembering Charlie.....{Scented Images} {Scented Thoughts}" »
Parfum Madhva, Salon Divinessence (press release)
Two places worthy of visiting for the perfumista are the new Divine boutique in Paris and come December, the Salon Divinessence in Paris also that will hold court on the 8th and 9th of 2007. Divine perfumes, which originally hail from Brittany and were recently only available in Paris at the Bon Marché are now enshrined in a new boutique, whose manager and owner is the wife of the founder of the brand, Yvon Mouchel. Its address is: 3, rue Scribe
75009 Paris
Tel: 01 40 06 03 14 ............
Continue reading "Salon Divinessence 8-9 Dec 2007, New Divine Boutique in Paris {Scented Paths & Fragrant Addresses}" »
The new Vivara by Emilio Pucci created by perfumer François Demachy is a perfume that manages to surprise you, enchant you, and mesmerize you all along the way. It actually blew my mind. At first you think that it is a very interesting fragrance, then it becomes frankly beautiful, then you think no, it is more than interesting, it is original and a bit strange, yet endlessly beautiful. You then wonder: how did they manage to create a perfume that is both so obviously quirky yet classically and superlatively enchanting? Vivara will keep you guessing for ever. It is a breathtaking beauty that is extremely sophisticated in its structure and will make your more traditional perfumes look like they were made in the kitchen sink.
Remember the Edmond Roudnitska dictum that says never to compare two perfumes, it is unfair? In this case one would be tempted to add, unlike in fairy tales, hide the others, here comes a woman of unparalleled beauty and charm and it would be just nonsensical to compare other more ordinary beauties to her....... Pucci evening dress, 1966, MET collection
Continue reading "Vivara by Pucci (2007) {Perfume Review & Musings} {New Perfume}" »
Chanel is continuing to be inspired by the glamor of the movies to promote their products. After having campaigned for Rouge Allure with a film inspired by Le Mépris by Godard, they are sending a special invitation around to preview their Coco Mademoiselle site and film, which are gorgeous. (Update: the site is scheduled to open to the public on 9/12/2007)
One is first literally led by the hand by an invisible guide for a virtual tour of Gabrielle Chanel's daytime apartment (she really lived at the Ritz). You start by climbing the famous Chanel mirrored staircase up into her den, located 31, rue Cambon......
Continue reading "Virtual Visit of Coco Chanel's Appartment, New Coco Mademoiselle Film {Scented Images} {Update}" »
Les Sept Parfums Capitaux by Jovoy Jovoy Paris, a Parisian perfume house from the Roaring Twenties that has recently been resurrected by a trio that includes a sister, brother, and a cousin: François Henin, Henri de Pierrefeu, and Marie-Laure de Rodellec, has launched a series of 7 perfumes called Les Sept Parfums Capitaux in a humorous reference to the Seven Deadly Sins. It also means "the seven very important perfumes" as "capital" in French means "very important" or "critical". Jovoy was initially founded by a woman, Blanche Arvoy in 1923, and lasted into the 1960s then experienced an eclipse although it met with great success in the US in the post World War II period under a different brand name, Corday, in particular with its set of 3 fragrances called Tzigane, Jet, and Fame that were available in samples put together in the shape of a street gas lamp as found on the rue de la Paix in Paris where the Jovoy headquarters were........
A 1949 advert for "Perfume set to Music" a collection of musical pieces by musician Harry Revel inspired by the Jovoy/Corday perfumes. (from The Scented Salamander collection)
Continue reading "Les Sept Parfums Capitaux: Hespéridé, Fougère, Chypre, Marine, Poudré, Oriental, Boisé by Jovoy Paris {New Perfumes} {Scented Image}" »
Adoration of the Magi by Jerome Bosch, Prado Museum As previously announced, Annick Goutal parfums will launch a triptych of perfumes centering on three different ingredients seemingly illustrating a Magi theme, just on time for the Holiday season. More information is now available; the new fragrances are called Ambre Fétiche (Amber-Fetish), Myrrhe Ardente (Perfervid Myrrh), and Encens Flamboyant (Flamboyant Incense) and compose a collection called Les Orientalistes. They will debut in France in December of 2007 and be internationally distributed in 2008. Ambre Fétiche has notes of: amber, incense, labdanum, styrax, benzoin, orris absolute, vanilla, cuir de Russie........
Continue reading "Annick Goutal Les Orientalistes: Ambre Fétiche, Myrrhe Ardente, & Encens Flamboyant {New Perfumes}, New UK Annick Goutal Boutiques {Scented Paths & Fragrant Addresses}" »
Creme de la Mer has issued a new cream dedicated to the care of the fragile area around the eye. It is called The Eye Concentrate and includes "three unique forms" of the famous "miracle broth". It includes algae, calcium, magnesium, essential oils of citruses, eucalyptus, alfalfa, and sunflower, but at the same time sophisticated new approaches have been developed, including the use of a Hematite metal applicator which contributes to the cooling of the eye area and whose magnetic properties are said to help reduce puffiness and dark circles.......
Continue reading "New Eye Concentrate by Creme de la Mer {Beauty Notes} {Beauty News} {Skin}" »
September 2007 Archive
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Strange Article on Patriotic Bestseller Perfumes: Discuss {Fragrance News} {Scented Thoughts}
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Dolce & Gabbana Rose The One (2009): Fronted by Scarlett Johansson {New Perfume} {Celebrity Fragrance}
: I'd definately buy this..I am a fan of D&G specially the ONE ...
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Two Versions of the Ricci Ricci by Nina Ricci Commercial + The Behind-the-Scenes {Perfume Images & Adverts}
: I liked it. So much useful material. I read with great interest.
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L'Eau Neuve, Le Vétiver by Lubin {New Perfumes}
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LL Bean Personalized Ice-Cream Bowls for Red Heads, Blonds, Dark & Light Complexions Etc. {Beauty & Society}
: Thank you so much for this information! I've just ordered my bowls.
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25th Anniversary of Tova Signature Fragrance {Perfume News}
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Swiss Army Victorinox Moutain Water + A Secret Scent (2008) {New Fragrances}
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New AminoGenesis Instant Wrinkle Filler & nuNAAT Hair Mask {Contests & Giveaways}
: wrinkles and dry skin but oily T is my problem plus graying ...
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Serge Lutens Fille En Aiguilles (2009): Medicine Mandala with a Sense of Humor or Enlightenment Not Guaranteed {Perfume Review}
: Never have I read such a luscious and more evocative description of ...
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New AminoGenesis Instant Wrinkle Filler & nuNAAT Hair Mask {Contests & Giveaways}
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The Winner of the Filles des Iles Perfume Draw is...
: Yay! I'm so excited to smell these. Thanks a bunch :)
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Perfume Review & Musings: George Sand by Maître Parfumeur & Gantier
: Mimi, a lovely piece, beautifully written. Thanks for telling the story. I ...
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Fergie of Black Eyed Peas Signs up with Avon {Fragrance News} {Celebrity Perfume}
: its gonna sell, but I think it's going to smell, Fergie probably ...
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Azzaro Pour Homme by Azzaro (1978) {Perfume Short (Review)} {Men's Cologne}
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The Winner of the Filles des Iles Perfume Draw is...
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- Barbara Orbison Pretty Woman (2009) {New Perfume}
- Two Versions of the Ricci Ricci by Nina Ricci Commercial + The Behind-the-Scenes {Perfume Images & Adverts}
- Design Thierry Bogaert Voile de Beton (2009) {New Perfume}
- Scented German Calendars {Fragrant Shopping}
- Lubin Parfumeur Has a New Website {Fragrance News}
- Nature et Decouvertes Nectar de Sajara, Bulle de Yuzu, Seve de Wenge (2009) {New Perfumes}
- Scented Quote of the Day, from Celine Lheritier: Why Functional Perfumery is Cool
- New AminoGenesis Instant Wrinkle Filler & nuNAAT Hair Mask {Contests & Giveaways}
- LL Bean Personalized Ice-Cream Bowls for Red Heads, Blonds, Dark & Light Complexions Etc. {Beauty & Society}
- Frederic Fekkai Femme Fekkai Sensuelle Eau de Parfum (2009) {New Perfume} {Beauty & Olfaction}
- The Comeback of J. Grossmith Son & Co Perfumes {Fragrance News}
- MAC Cosmetics Suntints SPF 20 Liquid Lip Balm in Lilt of Lily (2009) {Beauty Review} Reviewing Lip Balms {Beauty Notes}
- Winter Skin On My Mind: Caudalie Moisturizing Cream-Mask Face & Eyes {Beauty Review} {Beauty & Olfaction}
- 25% Off at Kenzo USA {Shopping Tip}
- Auric Blends Naturals Layla, Pele, Siren, Tara (2009) {New Perfumes} {Green Products}
- The Winner of the Filles des Iles Perfume Draw is...
- Happy Halloween to The Scented Salamander Readers
- My 2009 Halloween Shopping List: Ambiguity {Beauty Notes} {Perfume List}
- Parfumerie Generale Papyrus de Ciane (2010) {New Perfume}
- Vera Wang Glam Princess: Fronted by Zoe Kravitz (2009) {New Perfume} {Celebrity Fragrance}
- Balenciaga Paris Eau de Parfum (2010): Fronted by Charlotte Gainsbourg {New Perfume} {Celebrity Fragrance} {Sniffing Suggestions}
- Rochas Have a New Website, with Notes on Madame Rochas & Femme Concentrations {Fragrance News}
- Win a Set of 3 Filles des Iles Perfume Oils {Contests & Giveaways}
- Marilyn Miglin Fo-Ti-Tieng: A Different Kind of Green {Perfume Review}
- Hypnotize-Lancome-with-your-Fashion-Sense Contest: Win a Bottle of Hypnose Senses Signed by Daria Werbowy + a Gift Card
- Scented Quote of the Day, from a 13th Century French Poem:
- Preview of the New Creed Boutique in Manhattan {Perfume Movies & Adverts}
- Etat Libre d'Orange will Release Tilda Swinton & Josephine Baker Perfumes {Fragrance News}
- The Body Shop Love Etc. (2009): Milky Fruity-Floral with a Mint or Fir Twist {Perfume Review}
- Improve Health & Winter Skin with Houseplants Selected by NASA (Beauty & Health Tip of the Day}
- Fruit Ripening Rack or Winter Tree by Godefroy de Virieu {Shopping Tip}
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