Perfume

A classic fragrance that is more Dietrich than Monroe.

Nov 21, 2009 - Victoria Robinson

This decadent scent was McQueen's first, and certainly divides opinion. Why not give it a try?

Nov 21, 2009 - Victoria Robinson

Shalimar is one of the great success stories of modern perfumery. A groundbreaking fragrance, it was inspired by the Taj Mahal.

Nov 14, 2009 - Victoria Robinson

Orris Noir is sensual, romantic, exciting, magical, subtle & distinctive - a true classic. A unanimous verdict from a panel of sophisticated perfume-lovers!

Nov 10, 2009 - Nina Saville

Cedar is one of perfume's oldest and most important ingredients. Cedre is a heady, smoky interpretation that is suitable for both men and women.

Nov 3, 2009 - Victoria Robinson

A love affair inspired this French perfume - it was also a huge business success. Discover the story behind it.

Oct 27, 2009 - Victoria Robinson

Amber is one of the most difficult scents to define. Les Salons du Palais Royal Shiseido have created a rich, spicy interpretation that is unique in its creaminess.

Oct 23, 2009 - Victoria Robinson

Fed up of mainstream scent? Smaller houses often produce high quality, unique perfume. Les Salons du Palais Royal Shiseido is one of the best.

Oct 23, 2009 - Victoria Robinson

This intriguing scent was inspired by stories of strong, elegant women. It has played a dramatic role in the movie industry.

Aug 24, 2009 - Victoria Robinson

Advances in chemistry heralded advances in creativity in late nineteenth century France. Jicky was one result of such endeavours.

Aug 24, 2009 - Victoria Robinson

This perfume was created at a pivotal time in French and Russian culture.

Aug 18, 2009 - Victoria Robinson

Perfume is ingrained in our culture as the trademark of the femme fatale and it would be a great pity to lose the ancient tradition of perfumery.

Jul 28, 2009 - Andrea Seren Charrington-Greene

To quote Jean-Paul Guerlain, "Perfume is the most intense form of memory." Judging by four thousand blogs his Vetiver scent for men will never be forgotten.

Jul 27, 2009 - Nina Saville

Perfume VI is the Rolls-Royce of scents.

May 21, 2009 - Lisa Sanderson

Want to get brand name perfumes and colognes without paying the brand name prices? How to find your favorite fragrances while still keeping within your budget.

Apr 6, 2009 - Margaret Koch

Solid unguents have a long history and were in use both in ancient Egypt and the Roman Empire; solid unguents are also known as solid perfumes.

Mar 26, 2009 - Sharon Falsetto

What does luxury smell like? What is the scent of both style and sophistication? The noses in the know are increasingly turning towards the heavenly Pure Distance I.

Mar 9, 2009 - Dulcinea Norton-Smith

In ancient times, perfumes were made from natural ingredients, used not only for pleasure, but to heal; today, many commercial perfumes contain synthetic ingredients.

Feb 13, 2009 - Sharon Falsetto

Marie Antoinette of France was famous for her lavish spending on clothes and gifts; the French queen had many perfumes and scents created specifically for her.

Jan 29, 2009 - Sharon Falsetto

In ancient Pompeii, Italian perfumes were made from many flowers and plants; unlike today's synthetic fragrances, ancient perfumery making used all natural materials.

Jan 24, 2009 - Sharon Falsetto

Secret of the Desert, Queen Nefertiti and King Ramses II are some of the alluring essential blends offered by Egyptian perfume shops

Nov 8, 2008 - Lynette S.K. Webster

In the current world of designer scents, celebrity perfumes and niche fragrances, spare a thought for some of the most commerical, ground-breaking perfumes of our time.

Nov 5, 2008 - Gill Hart

There is a skill to choosing and applying perfume. Make sure you get one that is right for you by following these fragrance tips.

Nov 4, 2008 - Gill Hart

Do you want to appear sexier, smarter, prettier or younger? Then spray on one of the revolutionary new smart scents that are hitting the market in 2008.

Nov 4, 2008 - Gill Hart

Revolutionary new perfumes based on the link between the human sub-consious and smell serve to make women smell younger.

Nov 4, 2008 - Gill Hart