Shall we do something positive to match (or counterbalance) our mood with fragrance right now?
Because quite frankly, we’re a bit fed up of these seemingly endless last days of January and the still-gloomy visage of February, when it feels like all cheer has faded, leaving us with nothing but grey skies, chilly winds, and a distinct lack of motivation.
But fear not, fragrance lovers! We are here to rescue you from the depths of winter despair in fragrant form…
Let’s start with those days when you’re feeling particularly gloomy, shall we? You know the ones – when even getting out of bed seems like a Herculean task. For these moments, might we suggest Adscenture Cosmic Purple? (£60 for 30ml eau de parfum) This galactic scent is like a mood-enhancing shot of espresso for your senses. The tangy rhubarb and zesty lemon will give you that much-needed mood jolt, while the bitter coffee note serves as a reminder that yes, you do indeed need to caffeinate yourself. As you slowly come to life, the spicy pimento and rose petals will transport you far away from your rain-soaked reality. Who needs a holiday when you can smell like you’re on an intergalactic adventure?
For those days when you’re feeling a bit more optimistic – perhaps you’ve poetically spotted a lone daffodil bravely poking through the frost – reach for ARgENTUM Innocent (£228 for 20ml eau de parfum). The minty herbs and tropical basil will remind you that yes, warmth and greenery do still exist somewhere in the world. The green apple note might make you feel like you’re frolicking in an orchard rather than trudging through slush. And if anyone gives you grief for being too chipper in the face of winter’s gloom, just tell them you’re embracing your inner ‘archetype’ and moving through life with grace and humility. That’ll confuse them long enough for you to make your escape.
Now, for those cosy nights in when you’re trying to convince yourself that winter isn’t so bad after all, 4160 Tuesdays Amberama (£85 for 50ml eau de parfum). is your perfect companion. The soft woods and smooth amber will wrap around you like a mood-soothing cashmere blanket, while the hint of raspberry adds just enough zing to keep things interesting. It’s like the olfactory equivalent of a good book and a cup of tea – comforting, familiar, but never boring.
But what about those rare winter days when the sun actually makes an appearance? When you want to throw open the windows and pretend it’s spring already? That’s when you reach for EAU.MG Rubus Rose (£95 for 50ml eau de parfum). The tart raspberry opening is like a breath of fresh air, while the rose and saffron heart will have you dreaming of blooming gardens. The woody base keeps your mood grounded, reminding you that yes, it is still winter, but spring isn’t too far off.
Finally, for those moments when your mood needs a bit of a confidence boost – perhaps to face that dreaded winter work presentation – Memoize London Humilitas (£177 for 100ml Extrait de Parfum) is your secret weapon. The citrusy opening will perk you up, while the floral heart combined with saffron and nutmeg will make you feel sophisticated and put-together. The rich base notes will linger, giving you an air of quiet confidence throughout the day. You’ll be radiating such an aura of humble grace that your colleagues won’t even notice you’re wearing three jumpers under your suit jacket (while pondering job-listings at other companies as you Just Cannot Even with this lot anymore, perhaps?)
Remember, dear fellow fragrance lovers, these are MUCH more than just pleasant smells – they’re your bridge to spring, your scented life-raft in the sea of winter blues.
These – and any fragrances you personally find emotionally resonant – really do have the power to uplift, energise, and transport you, carrying you through until the first proper sunny day when we can all emerge from our cocoons, blinking in the sunlight, and wondering why on earth we own so many thick socks.
Until then, spritz on, brave winter warriors. We can do this!
Right now, many of us find ourselves caught between seasons – not quite ready to relinquish our cosy winter fragrances yet yearning for a breath of fresh air in our scent wardrobe. January offers the perfect opportunity to experiment with layering, allowing us to infuse our beloved cold-weather perfumes with a touch of brightness and olfactory optimism.
The art of fragrance layering isn’t merely about combining scents; it’s about creating a bespoke olfactory experience that reflects our mood and the changing world around us. By introducing fresh, invigorating notes to our deeper, more complex winter fragrances, we can craft a scent that bridges the gap between seasons and lifts our spirits on even the greyest of days! So here are some ideas about how to bring a sense of brightness to the warmer, snugglier scents you might not want to give up just yet…
One exciting way to explore this layering concept is with the Edeniste Lifeboost Discovery Set (£32 for six samplesin our shop) These innovative fragrances have been meticulously developed in collaboration with neuroscientists to target specific emotional needs. While each scent stands beautifully on its own – and are also offered in full-size bottles, which we’ve linked below – they truly shine when used as aromatic building blocks, layered atop your existing fragrances to add dimension and vitality.
The Lifeboost Energy fragrance (£75 for 30ml eau de parfumin our shop) for instance, is a vibrant symphony of Italian citrus fruits, with peppery bergamot and juicy grapefruit taking centre stage. A whisper of Ethiopian ginger absolute lends a zingy, effervescent quality that can cut through the richest of winter perfumes, instantly imbuing them with a sense of vivacity and purpose. Imagine misting this over your favourite amber or vanilla-based scent – suddenly, that comforting warmth is shot through with sparks of sunshine.
For those seeking a more nuanced freshness, Lifeboost Wellbeing (£75 for 30ml eau de parfumin our shop) offers a sophisticated blend of spicy and green notes. The unexpected pairing of Ethiopian ginger and pink peppercorn from La Réunion creates a crisp, uplifting accord that dances atop a heart of precious Indian jasmine and Chinese iris. When layered over a woody or oriental fragrance, it adds a verdant, dewy quality reminiscent of a forest after rain – grounding yet invigorating.
If you’re craving a burst of pure joy, look no further than Lifeboost Happiness (£75 for 30ml eau de parfumin our shop). This exuberant creation centres around a luscious mango accord, enlivened by the tartness of raspberry and the aquatic freshness of watermelon. Underpinned by the smooth warmth of Virginian cedarwood, it’s like bottling a tropical holiday. A spritz of this over a deeper floral or gourmand scent instantly transports you to sun-drenched shores, even on the coldest January morning.
For those who prefer to focus on singular notes, The Merchant of Venice’s Accordi di Profumo range offers a selection of exquisitely crafted fragrances that celebrate individual ingredients that have been used for centuries by perfumers, and have been developed to layer in countless combinations for your own unique creations.
When used in layering, the Petitgrain Paraguay fragrance (£65 for 30ml eau de parfum harveynichols.com), for example, can breathe new life into warm fragrances. Its ultra-crisp, citrusy opening cuts through dense base notes, while its herbaceous heart adds a touch of natural green-tinged freshness. The subtle woody undertones in its dry-down allow it to seamlessly blend with a wide range of scent profiles, from florals to richer, resinous scents.
Their Bergamotto Italia (£65 for 30ml eau de parfumharveynichols.com) is a love letter to the fruit, capturing not just the zesty peel but the juicy pulp within. When layered over a heavier scent, it adds a bright, tonic-like quality that feels both sophisticated and effortlessly refreshing.
Similarly, their Arancia Brasile (£65 for 30ml eau de parfumharveynichols.com) is a multi-faceted exploration of the orange. Beyond the expected citrus burst, it reveals subtle woody and green facets that make it an surprisingly versatile layering option. Try it over a spicy oriental to add a juicy sweetness, or use it to amplify the citrus top notes in a classic chypre.
For a touch of floral freshness, Neroli Marocco (£65 for 30ml eau de parfumharveynichols.com) offers a masterful interpretation of orange blossom. Its heady white floral heart is tempered by aromatic notes, resulting in a scent that’s both opulent and invigorating. Layered over a rich amber or vanilla base, it adds a touch of Mediterranean sunlight to even the most wintery of perfumes.
And for those who enjoy a more playful approach to fragrance, Granado’s Tropical Birds Discovery Set (£58 for 5 x 10ml eaux de parfumsin our shop) offers a delightful array of options you might want to experiment by wearing alone first, and then perhaps try layering. Their Imperial scent, with its intriguing blend of Brazilian and Portuguese influences, adds a light, elegant freshness to deeper fragrances. Jardim Real celebrates the vivacity of citrus fruits alongside delicate florals, with orange blossom taking a starring role – perfect for adding a touch of spring to your winter favourites.
Époque Tropical balances rich, woody notes of sandalwood and guaiac with the brightness of mandarin and the unique fruitiness of cashew, creating a scent that’s both grounding and uplifting. Infusão Botânica, meanwhile, offers an intriguing freshness through its blend of spicy and aromatic notes, and finally in this collection, Nostalgia marries citrus and spice with an elegant floral heart – each providing a unique way to breathe new life into your existing fragrances.
Remember, all of these fragrances can certainly be worn alone, but January invites us to be more adventurous with our scents. By layering fresh, bright notes over our comforting winter favourites, we create an olfactory reflection of the season – a time of transition, of looking forward while still embracing the cosy comfort of the past. So don’t be afraid to experiment – you might just discover your perfect signature scent combo for the year ahead…
Looking to freshen up your fragrance wardrobe and try samples of new scents? Well there’s something magical about experiencing a new scent for the first time – and January is the perfect month to begin.
After all, a new scent can transport you to unexpected places, evoke long-forgotten memories, or even alter your mood. By sampling new fragrances, you’re not just expanding your collection—you’re broadening your horizons and potentially discovering your next signature scent (or several!)
Winter is the Perfect Time for New Fragrant Beginnings
The start of a new year is traditionally a time for fresh starts and new resolutions, so why not extend this spirit of renewal to your fragrance choices? Winter, with its crisp air and cosy moments, provides the ideal backdrop for experimenting with richer, more complex scents that might feel too heavy in warmer months, while also freshening up your scent choices via some brighter notes and fragrances you may not have explored.
The Beauty of Discovery Boxes
Fragrance discovery boxes are a treasure trove for the curious nose. They offer an affordable way to truly test a variety of scents without yet committing to full-sized bottles. This approach not only saves you money but also allows you to live with a fragrance for a while, seeing how it develops on your skin and interacts with your body chemistry throughout the day.
The Winter Box is a carefully curated selection of scents that capture the essence of the season and will carry your forward into welcoming Spring. Let’s take a peek at some of the olfactory delights waiting to be discovered among the samples inside…
Bentley Become: A smooth, spicy journey that mirrors the luxury of the iconic cars. With crisp bergamot, evocative myrrh, and a leather-edged blend of vetiver and sandalwood, it’s pure elegance in a bottle.
Guess Iconic: This delicate floral scent features the intriguing Lilybelle, offering lily of the valley facets with ozonic-green undertones. Pink pepper and mossy amber provide an expansive, wintry feel.
EAU.MG Cheeky Chypre: A playful take on the classic chypre, featuring tart rhubarb, smoky saffron, and a sultry base of labdanum and benzoin. It’s irresistibly rebellious.
Soki London Artemis: Transport yourself to a moonlit grove with this fruity-woody blend. Juicy peach, nectarine, and plum mingle with honeyed osmanthus and smooth sandalwood for a truly enchanting experience.
Molton Brown Re-charge Black Pepper: Capture the crispness of winter air with this aromatic explosion of lavender, cardamom, and peppers, grounded by earthy oakmoss and vetiver.
Continuing our journey, the Luxurious Fragrances Discovery Boxoffers another fantastic opportunity way to invigorate your senses and expand your fragrance horizons this season.
This carefully curated collection of samples allows you to discover sumptuous scents from prestigious houses and niche names, helping you break free from old habits and refresh your fragrance wardrobe in a treasure trove of olfactory opulence!
Memoize London Aurora: A true essence of enchantment, this fragrance opens with fascinating marine notes before transitioning through a fruit medley of pineapple and tangy rhubarb. A luxuriously smooth jasmine heart leads to a base of delicious amber and noble sandalwood, creating a scent reminiscent of relaxed evenings with a sensual undertone.
BDK Parfums Vanille Leather: Perfumer Dominique Ropion reinvents the leather fragrance style with this masterpiece. White flowers – honeyed tuberose, sweet jasmine, and carnal orange blossom – dress up the leather accord, while earthy patchouli and oakwood add a dark chocolate quality. Madagascan vanilla provides a sumptuous finish, making this scent the epitome of luxury.
Molton Brown Mesmerising Oudh Accord & Gold: This fragrance positively glitters from the first spray. Opening with bright bergamot, black pepper, and cardamom, it broadens to reveal precious saffron and black tea. A wash of rose welcomes the star – a resinous base of oud and leathery styrax accompanied by a honeyed tobacco quality. It’s the ideal party perfume.
Ruth Mastenbroek London Dusk: A sophisticated blend of innocence and complexity, this fragrance begins with coconut and fig, supported by sparkling water. Saffron and incense provide a golden smokiness, hinting at distant parties and morning mist. The scent concludes with earthy vetiver mixed with sweetened sandalwood, evoking the night revealing the morning.
Brioni Suave: True to its name, this fragrance is charming, confident, and elegant. Vibrant pink pepper and tart mandarin create an uplifting start, leading to earthy vetiver and smooth leather. The scent comes to rest on a resinous amber and sandalwood base with a mere hint of oud, making it the perfect accompaniment to the snappiest suit.
Creed Aventus: A worldwide bestseller for 14 years, Aventus opens with a disarming pineapple note, develops through resinous birch and floral jasmine, and concludes with earthy oakmoss and animalic ambergris. It’s a fragrance staple that continues to captivate all ages.
Goldfield & Banks Mystic Bliss: Inspired by the Aurora Australis, this fragrance begins with a fig and cassis pairing, shot through with green cardamom and clary sage. A recreation of the native kunzea flower adds an aromatic purple hue, while a restless incense appears along with a sweetened amber accord, completing a truly mystical and mesmerising experience.
Parfums de Marly Valaya: This radiant fragrance explores scented contrasts within a wonderfully luxurious perfume. Effervescent white peach and bergamot dance with lily of the valley, creating a veil of scent that drapes effortlessly on the skin. Orange blossom adds a weightier floral quality, while a final touch of patchouli and a whisper of oudh ensure you’ll turn heads.
Freshening up your Fragrances = Embracing the Adventure!
Trying new fragrances is more than just a sensory experience—it’s an adventure in self-discovery and personal expression. Each scent you try is an opportunity to discover a new facet of your personality or to challenge your preconceptions about what you like. Exploring these Discovery Boxes allows you to push the perfumed boundaries of your usual preferences, and potentially uncover your next new olfactory obsession(s).
So you see, these curated selections are THE perfect ways to refresh your fragrance wardrobe and indulge in some of the finest perfumes the industry has to offer. As the seasons turn and new scents are waiting to be sampled, what are you waiting for…?
There are some truly scent-sational (sorry, couldn’t resist) steals to be had in our January sale, and with savings of up to 50% off RRP, we think your nose needs to get ready for some new excitement!
We’re listing our fragrant faves here, but don’t lose out, because these sale offers must end at midnight on January 12th 2025 (still not used to writing that date, are you?!)
Do you wish to scale mountains or take a safari? Maybe there’s a practical challenge to conquer? Or perhaps your secret heart craves an intrigue, a tryst, with a hint of hearsay? Whatever your dreams and passions, let these fragrances put you in a mindset to achieve real-life ambitions or imagine your darkest desires…
Box includes:
D’otto 1+71.5ml extrait de parfum Maison Crivelli Neroli Nasimba1.5ml eau de parfum
ToccaColette1.5ml eau de parfum Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal Pour Homme1.5ml eau de toilette Maya Njie Tobak2ml eau de parfum Montblanc Explorer Ultra Blue2ml eau de parfum Experimental Perfume Club Pistachio Haiku2ml eau de parfum BDK312 Saint-Honoré2mleau de parfum Yardley London English Rose Hand cream 50ml
What does “luxurious” smell like to you? Is it a perfume that makes YOU feel like a million dollars, or is it a fragrance that SMELLS incredible? It’s a question we’re often asked, and so we thought it would be good to gather together 15 outstanding examples for you to try.
So, whether you’re looking to discover the lights of the Aurora Australis, waiting to experience some equestrian excitement, or perhaps even explore the magic of London by moonlight, it’s time to open up the Luxurious Fragrances Discovery Box.
BDK Parfums Vanille Leather 2ml eau de parfum
Brioni Suave1.8ml eau de parfum
Creed Aventus2ml eau de parfum
Edeniste Oud Ghazal2ml eau de parfum
Goldfield & BanksMystic Bliss2ml eau de parfum
LacosteOriginal2ml eau de parfum
Maison Crivelli Oud Stallion1.5ml extrait de parfum
Ruth Mastenbroek London Dusk2ml eau de parfum Memoize London Aurora2ml extrait de parfum
Molton Brown Mesmerising Oudh Accord and Gold 1.5ml eau de parfum
Oman LuxuryParamour2ml eau de parfum
Ormonde Jayne Muscat2ml eau de parfum Parfums de Marly Valaya 1.5ml eau de parfum
The Merchant of Venice Gold Regatta2ml eau de parfum Officine Universelle Buly Eau Triple Fragrance 9ml eau de parfum ~ Note that you will receive one fragrance from the La Douzaine Parfumée collection Officine Universelle Buly Pommade Concrete10ml hand and foot cream
Whatever the party, there’s a fragrance in this box to suit the occasion. From a chilled coffee morning to a sultry samba at sunset and lasting well into the night, these fragrances have you covered!
Parfums de Marly Valaya1.5ml eau de parfum Salvatore Ferragamo Signorina Libera2ml eau de parfum
AtkinsonsMint & Tonic2ml eau de parfum Molton BrownNeon Amber1.5ml eau de parfum Edeniste Vétiver Imaginaire2ml eau de parfum Argentum Lover2ml eau de parfum Argentum Luminous Day & Night Silver Serum 3ml Shay & Blue Blueberry Musk2ml eau de parfum Moncler Sunrise Pour Femme2ml eau de parfum Yardley London English Rose Hand cream 50ml
Shining a spotlight on some of our glorious scents, The Scented Showcase Discovery Box is a real showstopper! Highlighting both niche and pocket friendly fragrances, you’re guaranteed to have something for every occasion.
Memoize Concordia2ml extrait de parfum Thameen London Fanfare2ml eau de cologne
Micheal KorsGorgeous1.5ml eau de parfum Lalique Soleil1.8ml eau de parfum Argentum Become2ml eau de parfum Floral Street Sunflower Pop1.5ml eau de parfum Shloksha Aqua Fern2ml eau de parfum Yardley London Flowerful Collection 5 x 1.5ml Decadent Mimosa 1.5ml eau de toilette, Elegant Iris 1.5ml eau de toilette, Luxe Gardenia 1.5ml eau de toilette, Opulent Rose 1.5ml eau de toilette and Exquisite Peony1.5ml eau de toilette
Gardens help us to feel renewed. With The Garden Of Delights Discovery Box we’ve curated this collection of vibrant, bright fragrances, so everyone can feel the renewing and rejuvenating benefits of gardens in a spritz.
Highgrove Bouquet by Penhaligon’s, created with HRH the Prince Of Wales, now King Charles, draws on his own garden at Highgrove. We’d also love to introduce you to new brands Adscenture, EAU.MG and COSMOSSbyKateMoss and Granado is new to the UK. More newness is provided by Floral Street Sweet Almond Blossom. There are also fragrances from Versace, Molton Brown, Mizensir, Juliette has a gun and Shay&Blue all highlighting various flowers and herbs. We’ve also added SBC Arnica Moisturising Gel for other restorative powers from the garden.
Our top perfume picks from the January sale also include these incredible Brand Discovery Sets – giving you the opportunity to sample an entire collection from a niche fragrance house and truly gain a sense of their style (and your taste). They include…
Born in Västerås Sweden, with a West African heritage, and moving to London in her teens where she went in to study at the University of the Arts, Maya Njie experiments with smell along with colour and photography. The box also holds a booklet containing the 6 photos that inspired these scents.
A collection of 6 x 2ml samples
Nordic Cedar – inspired by a Swedish forest of cedars with earthy patchouli
Vanilj – comforting vanilla, spiced with cardamom and swirled in musk
Tobak – honeyed tobacco leaf, musks and leather, so addictive
Les Fleurs – bergamot, magnolia and fig, a celebration of life, love and creation
Tropica – tropical fruits layered with sandalwood and coconut for an idyllic escape
Voyeur Verde – verdant cypress trees entwined through leather seats of an abandoned car
An opportunity to discover the full collection from the Memoize London perfume Light Range EDP, which takes you on a journey through your memories and emotions, evoked by these memorable scents.
A collection of 8 x 2ml samples
Castitas – The essence of purity, honesty and innocence, to remind you of your purest moments.
Industria – The essence of strength and perseverance, the tenacity to fulfil your hopes and dreams.
Caritas – The essence of generosity, charity and kindness, to remind you of the goodness held within.
Temperantia – The essence of calmness, modesty and great wisdom, reminiscent of that moment of pure calm and tolerance.
Patientia – The essence of patience and tranquillity, the endurance and resilience to stand firm and strong.
Humanitas – The essence of kindness and compassion, wraps itself around you like an old friend.
Humilitas – The essence of modesty, humility and grace, aware of your greatness, without the need to prove it to the world.
White Castitas – The essence of great honour and integrity, your body and soul are cleansed, your mind is clear.
American-born Sarah Baker has resided in London for a long time. As well as being an artist and film-maker, she has also developed perfumes at the Institute for Art and Olfaction in Los Angeles. Collaborating with other creatives at the top of their game really seems to light Sarah Baker’s fire, so the first collection in 2016 found her working with perfumer Ashley Eden Kessler, and 4160 Tuesday’s perfumer Sarah McCartney. In 2018, Sarah collaborated with fragrance writer Miguel Matos for a limited edition scent called Jungle Jezebel – a limited edition design concept that saw the bottle adorned with drag queen-esque eyelashes. These fragrances are bold, distinctive, and not for the faint of heart.
The Sarah Baker Extrait de Parfum Discovery Set includes 8 x 2ml, spray-top bottles; all of the unisex fragrances in the collection.
Atlante: A mermaid emerging from the sea. Real beach vibes.
Charade: Big white flower with a cutting edge of rustic leather. Sophisticated and contemporary.
Jungle Jezebel: Bombastic banana bootylicious beast. Love it or hate it? We love. Join us.
Gold Spot: A spotlight on filmstars who love their luxuries, indulging themselves in bed all day with broadsheets and butterscotch bonbons.
Greek Keys: A yacht ride in the Greek Islands. Fresh, Oceanic, Luxurious.
Tartan: After a long walk in the Highlands, enjoy your first sip of whiskey next to the fire in the library.
Leopard: Power fragrance that must be worn with shoulder pads. Not for children.
Loudo: Playful and sweet, yet nostalgic and serious. Deliciously woody.
Presented in tactile, elegant packaging, it includes a specially designed booklet on our extraits de parfum. A great way to explore the collection or perfect for a memorable gift.
This Fragrance Wardrobe provides a luxury explosion of 10 of the bestselling perfume blends from their London Boutique. Each pocket-sized 10ml natural fragrance creates its own mood.
The Shay & Blue Fragrance Wardrobe includes TEN x 10ml samples.
Amber Rose – May rose blended with white amber and sweet creamy notes
Atropa Belladonna – Cassis berries and jasmine dance with patchouli and vanilla
Black Tulip – Exotic plum flirts with white chocolate and woods
Blackberry Woods– Glossy berry juice with punk-sharp citrus
Blood Oranges – Lip-smacking burst of zest underpinned with musks, woods and smoky leather
Dandelion Fig – Fig and dandelion leaf blended with lemongrass, tomato vine and juniper
English Cherry Blossom – Airy blossom with black cherries, fig and bergamot
Oud Alif – Oud spiked with chocolat noir, saffron and dark patchouli
Salt Caramel – Tonka bean and sandalwood meld into sea salt
Tallulahs Camellia – Bluebells and white flowers nestle in blond woods
AND all these Ostens products in our shop are on sale at 50% for FULL SIZES! It’s the perfect opportunity to stock up on gifts for loved ones in the year ahead or, how about this: a treat for yourself that you’ve had your eye (or nose) on fo a while? What better time to take the perfume plunge?
Reminiscent of a by-gone era full of sophistication and decadence, Impression Cedarwood Heart instantly evokes a sense of nostalgia and grown-up glamour. This comforting blend of cedarwood, galbanum and orris feels like pulling on a vintage velvet jacket that lingers with treasured scent memories – from the trace of cologne and a smudge of face powder to the faint hint of whiskey and trail of tobacco leaves.
Unexpectedly, Ostens Rose Oil Isparta is bold and genderless; a voluptuous, addictive floral, full of ripe, jammy blackcurrant and crushed Turkish rose petals lifted by pink peppercorn. This intriguing, intense, almost middle eastern interpretation of rose is instantly warm and enveloping. Already loved by fragrance aficionados, Rose Oil Isparta is fast developing a cult following.
Swirls of aromatic incense and molasses-like labdanum effortlessly melt into warm, liquid treacle to create a truly unique and mouth-watering scent. Not forgetting the patchouli of the past, the liquorice notes of the Immortelle flower have been added to soften its sweetness and give Patchouli Heart No.I a slightly smoky, earthy feeling.
This is patchouli like you’ve never smelt before – fresh, aromatic and elegant. Delicate notes of iris resin and violet leaf add a soft, powdery, vintage-like quality that’s brightened with ambroxan and patchouli heart to create a clean, aromatic fragrance with a distinctly timeless quality. This is patchouli made modern.
Before sunrise, the white, star-like blossoms of Egyptian Jasmine Grandiflorum are hand-picked from fields near the Nile Delta. The delicate flowers are laid in palm-branch boxes, allowing them to breathe on their journey to becoming our Jasmine Absolute. This abstraction of thousands of petals has an unmistakable scent that builds from stem-like and alive, to dense, sensuous and warm – almost carnal. Lighting Illumination Jasmine will transport the radiant scent of night jasmine drifting through open windows on a warm Mediterranean summer evening, into your home. Presented in an elegant mouth-blown scalloped glass, our hand-poured wax blend enables a perfect burn and the finest fragrance diffusion.
In the valleys of Anatolia, Turkey, the harvesting of Rosa Damascena the ‘Queen of Flowers’ begins at dawn. The roses are kept in the shade until reaching the copper distillation stills. Once transformed, the rose oil contains a concentrate of all the fragrance components of thousands of fresh flowers. Its voluptuous scent, both green and vibrant yet also jammy with notes of exotic and red fruits, had us under its spell from the beginning. Light Illumination Rose to instantly fill your home with the luxurious and elegant scent of hundreds of Turkish roses.
Remember, you have until midnight on January 12th to grab yourself some scented sale bargains, and whichever you choose, you are in for a fabulously fragrant treat to start this new year!
For those who adore the world of fragrance, the excitement of a beautifully curated advent calendar is hard to resist. However, many of the luxurious fragrance calendars available can be prohibitively expensive or sell out faster than one can say “spritz.” But fear not—there’s a delightful solution: creating a bespoke scented calendar using sample vials and miniature bottles from The Perfume Society’s Discovery Boxes and exquisite Brand Sets!
We know it’s early to be thinking about gifts for Christmas (shhh, say it quietly!), but as advent calendars are traditionally opened from the beginning of December, it’s high time to get cracking on crafting or curating yours.
Imagine the joy on a friend’s face as they open each little door to reveal an array of luxurious scents, perhaps from houses they’ve never encountered before. This thoughtful gift is perfect for those who might be stuck in a signature scent rut, gently encouraging them to explore new olfactory territories. Moreover, for friends or relatives living in areas devoid of niche perfumeries, this DIY calendar brings an entire world of fragrance right to their doorstep. It’s a wonderful way to introduce them to scents that may not be easily accessible where they live.
One of the most appealing aspects of crafting a fragrant calendar is its affordability. By selecting samples and miniatures, one can create a luxury gift that feels far more extravagant than its cost. It’s like performing olfactory alchemy—transforming simple vials into treasures. The joy of these calendars lies in the excitement of trying a new scent each day. Gone are the days when advent calendars were filled with horribly disappointing, cardboard-tasting chocolates or uninspiring images of robins and so forth. Now, each day can bring a fragrant surprise, enhancing the anticipation leading up to Christmas.
But why limit this creative gift to Christmas? January can often feel dreary, so why not brighten up a friend’s New Year with a calendar full of delightful scents? Recently, beauty calendars have emerged for various occasions—New Year, Easter, or simply as a treat to lift spirits any time of year. We say: give the gift of a scented surprise whenever you wish!
There are numerous build-your-own calendar kits available online and in craft shops, making it easy to get started, and though many are already decorated, several plain wooden or fabric ones can be found, meaning your can decorate them for any time of year, or to any theme you fancy. Alternatively, one could create luxury scented crackers or perfume-filled baubles for an extra touch of elegance. Let your imagination run wild!
With beautifully curated Discovery Boxes and Brand Sets available in The Perfume Society shop – or perhaps you already have some samples set aside – crafting a personalised perfume calendar is both fun and fulfilling. It’s a heartfelt way to share the joy of fragrance with loved ones.
So whether it’s for the festive season or just because, creating a fragrant calendar is sure to delight any perfume enthusiast… we know we’d love to receive one! Now, which scents would you love to find in yours, we wonder…?
