It's September and everybody's back to school, but not us -- we're back to Old School. This month's selections all incorporate an old-school vibe that suddenly seems fresh and new again.
Modern perfumery was born in Europe, so it’s no surprise that the continent still produces such magnificent olfactory art. This month, we’re taking a tour of Western Europe via three of its finest houses.
This month, we’rechanneling an iconic man of mystery: the 007 himself. It doesn’t matter whether he’s chasing a villain down the side of a mountain or dressed to the nines in a tux — you know he just smells good. Read more...
In autumn, two seasons sit in perfect equilibrium. On one side, warm, welcoming summer, when the weather practically begs you to stay outdoors. On the other side, winter, which is basically nature’s version of kicking us out so it can be left alone.
In between, we have October—that month of perfection. Read more...
How do you describe a scent when you don’t know what’s in it? Even when you know the notes, what if your nose can't identify them? The language of scent is not easy to master (and what is mastery when the subject matter is so subjective?). Start with this: color and texture.