Think "cologne" means "fragrance for men"? Nope. That's just one of the many myths that persists in perfume talk. Fortunately, the meaning of "cologne" is far more interesting—and inclusive. Here, Andy Tauer helps us do a little myth-busting, discusses the genesis behind his Cologne du Maghreb, and shares plans for future creations. 
Our ability to smell tends to fade as we get older, usually starting around age 30. But we shouldn’t resign ourselves to such lackluster, odorless fates. Here are eight solid tips to take charge of your nose's destiny.
Each of our senses takes its own path up to the brain. But every so often, the paths criss-cross and blur—and that’s when we wind up with an individual who can hear a taste or see a smell. Check out these cool ways in which synesthesia can manifest, including when it comes to perfume. 
If you’re a die-hard scent lover, admit it: You probably hoard old favorites that you haven’t worn in years. But if you pull out a perfume that you loved in high school, hoping for an olfactory trip, you might be disappointed to find that it doesn’t smell the same.
You’re thinking we could wrap up this blog post in just three words: spray, smell, decide. But if you really want to appreciate the complexities of a perfume, you can’t expect it to tell its whole story in five seconds. Here’s how to get the most rewarding experience out of your sampling.
When people who love perfume talk about a scent, you might think they were talking about a novel. Beginning, middle, end. Unfolding, developing. The surprises and the left turns can sound like plot twists in a Russian novel. There's a good reason for that...