Notes from the studio
The raw materials, the hands that shape them, the emotion behind every note. Welcome in.
Perfume Notes Explained: Top, Heart & Base Notes (A Perfumer's Guide)
What are top, heart, and base notes in perfume? A working perfumer explains the fragrance pyramid, why scents change ...
Read the story →Perfumes That Last All Day: What Actually Makes a Fragrance Long Lasting
Why do some perfumes last all day while others vanish by lunch? A perfumer explains the four factors behind long last...
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Where to Apply Perfume: Pulse Points, Sprays & Mistakes to Avoid
Where should you apply perfume? A perfumer's guide to pulse points, how many sprays to use, whether to spray clothes ...
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EDP vs EDT: What Perfume Concentration Actually Means (And Which to Choose)
Eau de Parfum vs Eau de Toilette, explained properly: what concentration means, the full ladder from eau fraîche to a...
Read the story →What Does Sandalwood Smell Like? A Perfumer Explains Chandan
What does sandalwood actually smell like? Creamy, warm, softly woody and sacred. A perfumer explains Indian sandalwoo...
Read the story →What Perfume to Wear on Your Wedding Day: A Perfumer's Guide
How to choose your wedding day perfume: the memory science, five rules from a working perfumer, and scent ideas for e...
Read the story →What Is Oud? Everything You Need to Know About the World's Most Expensive Perfume Ingredient
Oud shows up in fragrances priced anywhere from $50 to $5,000 a bottle. Synthetic versions are everywhere. Real oud i...
Read the story →Why Do People Love the Smell of Vanilla? | Vanilla in Perfume
Vanilla is one of the most beloved scents in the world but why do people love the smell of vanilla so much? From psyc...
Read the story →The Best Perfume Gift Sets Under $60 That Actually Impress
A perfume that lands right is one of the most memorable gifts you can give. Here is how to get it right, and why a sa...
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