In addition to Jasminora, Guerlain’s Aqua Allègoria collection will receive another addition this spring: Rosa Blanca. Created by Guerlain in-house perfumer Thierry Wasser, Rosa Blanca includes the notes of peach, jasmine, rose and magnolia. The fragrance is described as a fresh, crisp rose. It debuts this month at the Guerlain counters. 2.5oz bottle, $59.
Welcome to Bois de Jasmin! I'm a writer, journalist and professionally trained perfumer. On these pages I explore the world of senses through art, literature, and history. - Victoria
Location: Online, Zoom
Date: May 11th, Saturday 12:00pm-1:30pm EST/6:00pm-7:30pm CET
Price: €55
Location: Online, Zoom
Date: May 19th, Sunday12:00pm-1:30pm EST/6:00pm-7:30pm CET
Price: €55
Location: Online, Zoom
Date: June 8th, Saturday 12:00pm-1:30pm EST/6:00pm-7:30pm CET
Price: €55
Location: Online, Zoom
Date: June 15th, Saturday 12:00pm-1:30pm EST/6:00pm-7:30pm CET
Price: €55
Location: Brussels
Date:
May 19th, Sunday, 12pm-2:30pm SOLD OUT
June 23rd, Sunday, 12pm-2:30pm
July 8th, Monday, 10am-12:30pm SOLD OUT
(other dates are available on request)
Class duration: 2.5 hours
Price: €200
Students of all levels of interest in perfumery will find much to learn in this series of lectures. The lecture is designed to sharpen your sense smell and improve your enjoyment and appreciation of scents. You will learn professional smelling techniques and receive personalized tips. You will learn how to smell complex aromas and about the main criteria of a well-made fragrance–and how to look for them.
Online and in-person classes are available.
A few years ago, I was in the bluebell area of the Brooklyn Botanical Garden in early May when they were in bloom. To me, the smell was very much… April 30, 2024 at 4:10pm
The last couple of weeks have been lilacs, which have burst into flower all over the city. The flat aroma of recently brewed Assam, a deep, rich taste after a… April 30, 2024 at 1:25am
Last weekend I was in Berlin and while out for dinner with a perfumer, he had ordered a cocktail paired with his starter, followed by wine with his main dish.… April 29, 2024 at 10:25pm
At this time of year in south Texas, the star jasmine is in bloom everywhere. I love its scent, and I cherish this time of year when I can spend… April 29, 2024 at 8:26pm
10 Comments
Isabeau: I love these fragrances for summer, makes me feel sparkling!! April 7, 2011 at 7:25am
key change: Oh, this sounds lovely. I always worry that scents described as lighter won’t last long on the skin, though. Guess there’s no better way to know than to try, though :). April 7, 2011 at 8:28am
OperaFan: I can’t wait to try these new ones – although I’ve not tried too many from the AA series. Roses and Jasmin – how bad can they be?
a:) April 7, 2011 at 11:24am
Victoria: I especially love Herba Fresca for the summer, although in its reformulated state, it is a bit less sparkling than it used to be. April 7, 2011 at 7:31am
Victoria: AA generally have a decent lasting power. I just hope that the rose is not too sharp. April 7, 2011 at 9:10am
mals86: On a recent vacation, I bought a little four-pack of AA minis: Flora Nymphea (very soapy, but my mother loves that sort of thing, so she got that one), Herba Fresca, Pamplelune, and Bouquet Numero 1, which I thought were all fantastic.
This one does sound very pleasant… not that I need another fresh light summery rose! April 7, 2011 at 9:49am
Victoria: Neither do it! I have plenty of them too, but I am still tempted to try yet another AA! April 7, 2011 at 12:16pm
Kmglennie: I love Pamplelune, but haven’t loved the other AAs yet. Though I really don’t need another rose, the magnolia, peach and jasmine notes are tempting me…. April 7, 2011 at 1:55pm
Victoria: Jasminora is the one I'm most interested in. I love the idea of a fresh green jasmine for everyday. April 7, 2011 at 3:42pm
Victoria: Pamplelune is the most original of the collection for me, but many of these light florals and colognes are very nice. Plus, one can often find them discounted. April 7, 2011 at 3:42pm