Category Archives: Crisp
Bois Blonds by Atelier Cologne
Atelier Cologne’s Bois Blonds is another natural, earthy scent in its quintuplet of introductory fragrances. It’s light and airy: the cleanest-smelling one so far. It’s a nice change from the sloppy, happy Orange Sanguine and the barking Grand Neroli in … Continue reading
Posted in Bergamot, Citrus, Clean, Crisp, Fresh, Green, Incense, Labdanum, Neroli, Orange Blossom, Smoky, Tea, Vanilla, Woody
Tagged Atelier Cologne, Bois Blonds, perfume review
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Vintage Bellodgia by Caron
I’ve always been a fan of carnations. They have a ladylike mix of traits: creamy but also just a little bit spicy, delicate too. This affection may stem from the time I went to a rest stop in Delaware and … Continue reading
Posted in Carnation, Cinnamon, Clove, Crisp, Green, Spicy, Tuberose, Vintage Version
Tagged Caron, perfume review, Vintage Bellodgia
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Dior Eau Sauvage
The first time I tried Dior’s classic Eau Sauvage, I was floored. Not by the abundance of activity therein, but by the lack thereof. It was shocking in it’s simplicity: a brash, straightforward citrus with no layers and no pretense. … Continue reading
Posted in Aquatic, Citrus, Clean, Cotton, Crisp, Herbal, Jasmine
Tagged Dior, Eau Sauvage, perfume review
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