New Scents From Maison Francis Kurkdjian Paris

Maison Francis Kurkdjian Paris Lumiere Noir Pour Femme

Maison Francis Kurkdjian Paris APOM Pour Femme

Maison Francis Kurkdjian Paris Cologne Pour Le Matin

Maison Francis Kurkdjian Paris Cologne Pour Le Soir
As I’ve mentioned before, I’m completely fascinated by perfumers — how they come to develop their exquisite sense of smell, how their career paths unfold, and how they can instinctively cream up different fragrance blends (and more importantly, conceive of the exact formulation of components) in order to pull off a masterpiece of a perfume.

Holiday Gift Guide Part 7 — For the Sexy Siren Who Worships Satine and Moulin Rouge!

Only 8 days left until Christmas, ladies!

Holiday Gift Guide Part 6: For The Elle Woods Type

As you probably know by now, this year’s holiday gift guide includes numerous round-ups inspired by iconic female film and TV characters.

Holiday Gift Guide Part 4: For The Elvira Hancock-ish Diva

The only thing Scarface’s Tony Montana wanted as much as the coca empire throne was the adoration of chic ice queen Elvira Hancock (played by Michelle Pfeiffer).

Holiday Gift Guide Part 3: For the Free-Spirited, Penny Lane Type

This week’s gift guide pays homage to Penny Lane, Kate Hudson’s lovable character in the film Almost Famous.

Natori Calls — NATORI Eau de Parfum

Designer Josie Natori has been bringing the sexy back for years with her line of lingerie and loungewear — think silk chemises that feel like a second skin but still pack a fashion punch with intriguing prints, intricate details like appliqués and beadwork, and flattering cuts (from necklines to hemlines).

YSL Parisienne Eau de Parfum — Forget Paris

When I first sprayed YSL’s Parisienne perfume on my wrists, it instantly made me think of my mom — to the point where I practically sensed her presence in the room (and mind you, she leaves in an entirely different state).

Prada L’Eau Ambree Eau de Parfum Review

Scent predilections are often governed by more than our senses.

The Mighty Musk — Tom Ford Private Blend Jasmine Musk

Tom Ford has emerged as an avid defender of unfairly vilified fragrance notes.

Ideal Word — Guerlain Idylle Eau de Parfum

When I smell a fragrance and detect the individual notes therein, I sometimes like to deconstruct the scent and look at each of its aromatic components individually, pondering about the symbolism, virtues and historical context associated with each substance.