Category Archives: Galbanum

Molinard’s Habanita in Images

Apr

17

So this is going to be nothing like my Chamade images. Habanita is dark, addicted, and used. There is longing in it, and dreaming too, but no joy. Here’s who it reminds me of: (Photo from drx.typepad.com) I recently saw … Continue reading →

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Chanel 28 La Pausa

Dec

02

28 La Pausa is another release from Chanel’s Les Exclusifs line. Like 31 Rue Cambon, 28 La Pausa is graceful and orchestrated with Chanel’s mannerly balance. It’s also a more coherent structure and fewer notes. It’s often described as the … Continue reading →

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Ma Griffe by Carven

Oct

06

I hadn’t known anything about Ma Griffe until I found a bottle of it in my mom’s friend’s bathroom. Except that it was a classic old perfume, like L’Air du Temps. I hadn’t known that it had a reputation for … Continue reading →

Posted in Aldehydic, Cinnamon, Civet, Galbanum, Gardenia, Iris, Jasmine, Labdanum, Lemon, Muguet, Musk, Oakmoss, Orange Blossom, Rose, Sage, Sandalwood, Styrax, Vetiver, Vintage Version, Ylang-Ylang | Tagged , , | 7 Comments

Ivoire de Balmain: Vintage and Modern

Jan

20

Note List: (from Balmain’s website) Top Notes: mandarin, bergamot, galbanum Heart Notes: rose, jasmine, ylang-ylang, iris, lily-of-the-valley, carnation, pepper, nutmeg, raspberry Base Notes: vetiver, patchouli, oakmoss, sandalwood, labdanum, tonka bean First let me say this: Ivoire de Balmain is more … Continue reading →

Posted in 80s fragrance, Bergamot, Carnation, Chypre, Clean, Galbanum, Green, Labdanum, Oakmoss, Rose, Sandalwood, Skin, Soapy, Uncategorized, Vintage Version | Tagged , , | 3 Comments

Chanel No. 19

Jan

13

I’ve noticed these four evolutionary tactics that fragrances employ: 1.) Lack trajectory but may have different notes stand out at different times (Black, 100% Love) 2.) Follow a linear, storylike path of introductory blast, conflicted buildup, climactic heart, and decrescendoing … Continue reading →

Posted in Amber, Bread, Cedarwood, Galbanum, Green, Iris, Lemon, Sandalwood, Sugar, Violet | Tagged , | 8 Comments

Chamade by Guerlain

Mar

12

Guerlain’s website tells us that Chamade is named after the drum roll that Napoleon’s armies referred to as La Chamade, which sounds like the rhythm of the heart in love. Personally I think that title doesn’t fit too well, not … Continue reading →

Posted in Amber, Bergamot, Galbanum, Green, Hyacinth, Jasmine, Powdery, Rose, Vanilla | Tagged , , | 4 Comments

Habanita by Molinard

Nov

26

Habanita immediately struck me as not smelling much like perfume. It smells just like a cigar. And if you were to agree with me, you’d be right, because it was originally designed to scent cigarettes. This is not unusual, because … Continue reading →

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