• Nose Music is new limited edition collection with perfumes inspired by classic albums

    Nose Music is new limited edition collection with perfumes inspired by classic albums

    Bighouse, in partnership with non-profit radio station dublab and the Institute for Art and Olfaction have created “Nose Music” – a new perfume box set, which contains ten custom-formulated fragrances, each inspired by a classic, groundbreaking album. Mark “Frosty” McNeill, Founder of dublab, noted, “It’s an invitation to stimulate imaginative sensations and a prompt to…

  • Puente’s latest fragrance is Virescence

    Puente’s latest fragrance is Virescence

    Shipping now is Puente’s latest fragrance, Virescence. The scent is the Spanish based company’s fourth fragrance, and follows last year’s Iris Doux and Vespertine. Perfumer and owner of the brand, Eliam Puente, describes the fragrances as “Sparkling aldehydes and galbanum are softened by ylang ylang, bergamot, and a touch of neroli. At its heart, the…

  • Original Penguin launches new men’s fragrance – Blue Label

    Original Penguin launches new men’s fragrance – Blue Label

    Original Penguin’s latest men’s fragrance launch is Blue Label, which the company say is “capturing the essence of a good time, promising a sensory adventure embodying the freshness and dynamism of the ocean”. Notes for Blue Label include top notes of citrus and bergamot combined with an aquatic accord; heart notes of cypress, clary sage,…

  • Ormonde Jayne to launch new fragrance next month – Vanille des Afriques Intensivo

    Ormonde Jayne to launch new fragrance next month – Vanille des Afriques Intensivo

    Ormonde Jayne are adding a new fragrance to their Four Corners of the Earth collection – Vanille des Afriques Intensivo. The company say, “The very definition of pedigree and heritage with its precious contents of Orris butter and an abundance of the aphrodisiac, Madagascan vanilla absolute. Vanille des Afriques Intensivo is a balmy evening, enjoying…

  • Esxence 2024 Round up – everything else we smelt!

    Esxence 2024 Round up – everything else we smelt!

    Esxence 2024 was big – especially compared to the very first edition in 2009. It was so big that on the first day, I got lost trying to get out, and it took me 45 minutes of wandering about. My sense of direction has never been good. I made sure to pick up a map…

  • OHTOP showcase new trio of scent at Esxence

    OHTOP showcase new trio of scent at Esxence

    OHTOP is s French-Korean company founded in 2021 by Romeo Oh. The brand launched with a range of unisex cosmetics, and in 2023 he added a collection of perfumes (I Hate Rose, ParanoĂŻaque, Ohsphalte, Green Flannel and Fleur d’Oh) that incorporate elements of OTOP’s history, origins and cultural heritage. At Esxence, OHTOP were showing their…

  • Step Aboard takes us on a tour of Chicago’s sculptures

    Step Aboard takes us on a tour of Chicago’s sculptures

    Step Aboard is an Italian perfume house making hair and body perfumes inspired by imaginary metro lines in various cities. It launched in 2018 in Milan, which was also the inspiration for its first line of perfumes. The brand, then followed up in 2022 with its second line inspired by London, and at Esxence was…

  • New Collection FĂ©minitĂ© from Olfactive Studio, created by CĂ©cile Zarokian

    New Collection Féminité from Olfactive Studio, created by Cécile Zarokian

    At Esxence, Olfactive Studio, launched their latest trio, under the banner of “Collection FĂ©minitĂ©”, which they say are “created for women, by women” The trio of feminine fragrance was composed by CĂ©cile Zarokian, and consists of: Sister Oud – features notes of Pink Pepper, Blackcurrant, and Cardamom in the head; Oud Assam Essence, Rose Centifolia,…

  • Bel Rebel showcase ‘…& The Pea’ at Esxence

    Bel Rebel showcase ‘…& The Pea’ at Esxence

    Bel Rebel were at Esxence showing their range, and their latest perfume, …& The Pea, created by Jean-Christophe Herault. As you might imagine, the smell is evocative of freshly picked peas from the pod. They say, “Ambient, delicate and candid. Resonant of a bygone era, it’s almost too green to be true, and yet it’s…

  • Boujee Bougies announce new Persephone-inspired scent  – Infleurno

    Boujee Bougies announce new Persephone-inspired scent – Infleurno

    Nick Gilbert and Pia Long’s were in Milan to showcase their brand, Boujee Bougies, as well as to announce a new fragrance as part of their Eau de Boujee range. The new fragrance is Infleurno, is inspired by the Goddess of both The Underworld and Spring, Persephone. “Goddess of both flowers and hell, Persephone waves…

  • Sarah Baker launches latest perfume at Esxence: Peach’s Revenge

    Sarah Baker launches latest perfume at Esxence: Peach’s Revenge

    Sarah Baker has announced her latest perfume, Peach’s Revenge, at Esxence. The new fragrance was created by Chris Maurice, and is described as “Juicy, Spiced and Salacious” “Beneath the shade of a peach orchard, a handsome villain struts out trumpeting an exuberance of juicy fruit-peach, guava, nectarine and prune. The creaminess of vanilla and caramel…

  • Perfume Events at Esxence 2024

    Perfume Events at Esxence 2024

    Esxence 2024 features lots of events and all are open to the public with no registration needed. Here is all the events listed (these may be subject to change) Wednesday March 6th 10.30 am – 11.00 am PRESENTATION New fragrance territories: the connection between nature and olfactory sense With Chiara Bonucci, Sales & Marketing Manager…

  • Milan’s ‘Artistic Perfumery Event’, Esxence, starts today

    Milan’s ‘Artistic Perfumery Event’, Esxence, starts today

    Today sees the start of Esxence – an international perfume exhibition that showcases the best of artistic perfumery. The event is held in Milan, Italy, and began in 2009, and (bar COVID era) has been a yearly tradition. This year It runs from 6th – 9th March, and is open to members of the public…

  • Smoky Oud is latest in Kayali’s ‘Oudgasm’ collection

    Smoky Oud is latest in Kayali’s ‘Oudgasm’ collection

    Kayali have announced that the next fragrance in their Oudgasm collection is Smoky Oud. The new fragrance is described as “a warm and enigmatic fragrance that explores the power and opulence of oud when blended with spicy saffron, aromatic geranium, mossy cedarwood and powdery white musk.” Additional notes include rum, cistus, jasmine, patchouli, guaiacwood, and…

  • Coty’s licensing spree continues with new Etro deal

    Coty’s licensing spree continues with new Etro deal

    Coty inc have signed a new agreement with luxury Italian fashion house, Etro, to produce and distribute its signature fragrance lines and home scent collections beyond 2040. Coty has recently signed deals with Marni, and re-signed agreements with Mexx, Bruno Banani and Jil Sander. Etro, founded in Milan by Gerolamo Etro in 1968, launched its…

  • Montblanc add Legend Blue to masculine fragrance line-up

    Montblanc add Legend Blue to masculine fragrance line-up

    Montblanc have introduced Legend Blue, a new fresh woody aromatic iteration, of their 2011 Legend scent, presented in a clear blue bottle. Montblanc say, “Being a legend means rewriting the rules, or fearlessly writing new ones. Legends go where no one has gone before, leaving a meaningful mark by living life with purpose and passion.…

  • Alessandro Brun, co-founder of Masque Milano, has died.

    Alessandro Brun, co-founder of Masque Milano, has died.

    We are sad to report the passing of Masque co-founder, Alessandro Brun. It was announced yesterday on the brand’s social media account, along with the comment, “Thank you for your intuition, passion, and brilliance. We will be forever grateful to you” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Masque Milano (@masquemilano) Brun was…

  • Cupid’s Kiss is latest fragrance in Electimuss’ Emperor Collection

    Cupid’s Kiss is latest fragrance in Electimuss’ Emperor Collection

    Electimuss London has worked with perfumer, Julien Rasquinet, to add a new scent to their Emperor Collection. The fragrance, Cupid’s Kiss is described as “Inspired by the complexity of love, [it] is multifaceted and contradictory, showing elements which are sensuous, delicate and nostalgic.” The fragrance opens with pink pepper and bergamot, leading to a heart…

  • Singapore bank launches fragrance with the smell of fresh banknotes

    Singapore bank launches fragrance with the smell of fresh banknotes

    It’s tradition for celebrants of Chinese New Year to send and receive a gift of Ang Bao – a red envelope, which contains (usually) money. DBS Bank in Singapore offer their customers the choice of a QR Ang Bao – where you can send cash digitally via QR code. Lim Bee Bee, Head of Marketing,…

  • Issey Miyake launch Solar fragrance duo

    Issey Miyake launch Solar fragrance duo

    Issey Miyake have launched two limited edition versions of their iconic L’Eau D’Issey fragrances: L’Eau d’Issey Solar Violet and L’Eau d’Issey pour Homme Solar Lavender Solar Violet contains notes of pear, violet leaves and iris, while Solar Lavender, contains notes of Sichuan pepper, Lavender and Cedarwood. Both fragrances are available as Eau de Toilette Intense…