Articles explaining the perfumer’s palette and vocabulary: perfume notes, aroma materials and discussions of fragrance terminology.
The most widely used perfume descriptors such as balsamic (oriental), aldehydic, fougere, etc. are compiled here, along with their explanations and the examples of fragrances that illustrate each term: Speaking Perfume : A-Z of Common Fragrance Descriptions.
Welcome to Bois de Jasmin! I'm a writer, journalist and professionally trained perfume specialist. On these pages I explore the world of senses through art, literature, and history. - Victoria
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I have been wearing Carolina Herrera, for 30 years and I never tire of the sent. But I do believe it has changed, and become more subtle. The polka dots… September 25, 2017 at 3:34am
Hi Elisa. Your post & this discussion have really hit the spot for me. Great idea- ‘the one that got away’… so poignant & intriguing. Grand Amour by A Goutal… September 25, 2017 at 3:27am
I LOVE this blog! I await each new post with anticipation knowing Victoria will bring something thought provoking and enlightening. That being said Victoria and I are poles apart in… September 24, 2017 at 9:28pm
