The way Katana presents itself as an 'ultra-niche' house is one of my biggest icks. Still I am glad I have been able to put that fact aside and work my way through their fragrances. In the end, there are a couple of gems in their line-up. In fact, Khaan...

There was a time when I was raving about animalic perfumes. Things could not get sweaty, pissy or greasy enough. I wish I was familiar with Russian Adam's work back then. But those days are over. I am still very fond of the animalic notes, but only if they...