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RaniJuli 12 months ago

Stash (Eau de Parfum Elixir)

Stash Eau de Parfum Elixir

Sarah Jessica Parker

Grand Himalaya Hotel

In the Indian pre-Himalayas, on a wooded ridge, lies a beautiful hotel. Just the name invites you to dream: “Wildflower Hall” The current building was erected on the site of an old mansion of the same name, and it combines the charm of a bygone...

RaniJuli 4 years ago

Under My Skin

Francesca Bianchi

Sense & Sensibility

Francesca Bianchi's fragrances were (and are) my ticket into a new world. A year ago, in the midst of a dreary Corona autumn, I ordered a discovery set on a happy impulse...and after the first sniff of these olfactory masterpieces, I was never...

RaniJuli 4 years ago

Santal Royal (Eau de Parfum)

Santal Royal Eau de Parfum

Guerlain

Of Rose-Lokum, Dark Wood & the Tales from 1001 Nights

Actually, when testing this fragrance, I expected something completely different - namely a dry sandalwood scent with a spicy note. Mature, sophisticated - just Guerlain. Due to the name "Santal Royal," one might...

RaniJuli 4 years ago

J'Ose (2011) (Eau de Parfum)

J'Ose (2011) Eau de Parfum

Eisenberg

Of Mint, Mocha & Courage

"J'ose" is a phenomenon for me. I discovered it a few days ago when I entered a perfume shop with the vague search criteria of "unisex, unusual, suitable for everyday use." What was hidden behind these blurry points was, however, much...

RaniJuli 4 years ago

Moonlight Patchouli

Moonlight Patchouli

Van Cleef & Arpels

Of Moonlit Roses, Nostalgia & Cool Elegance

What a fragrance! The first time I smelled it was on a trip. In a Baltic capital, surrounded by beautiful Art Nouveau buildings, just before dusk. The whole atmosphere invited one to dream of another time... If you imagined...

RaniJuli 4 years ago

Cuirs

Cuirs

Carner

Of Woods, Herbs, and Bazaar Dreams

"Cuirs" by Carner was truly love at first sniff for me! I had already sniffed around the Carner portfolio a bit. Latin Lover left me completely cold (despite the hot name). Although the highly praised Tardes appealed to me very...

RaniJuli 4 years ago

Do Son (Eau de Parfum)

Do Son Eau de Parfum

Diptyque

Of Tropical Nights, Tuberose & the Longing for Distant Places

When a fragrance carries you away, it is - especially in these times - a great gift. Nothing brings memories to life as quickly as a scent that you associate with places or experiences. It is, so to speak,...

RaniJuli 4 years ago

Mandorla (Eau de Parfum)

Mandorla Eau de Parfum

Ortigia

Of Film Divas, Powder Puffs & Almond Milk

I can only echo my predecessor's sentiments: I too am surprised by the rather restrained reviews of the beautiful scent "Mandorla" by Ortigia. I bought it on a happy impulse in a small shop in the old town of Vilnius, which...

RaniJuli 4 years ago

Mimosa & Cardamom (Cologne)

Mimosa & Cardamom Cologne

Jo Malone

Of Autumn Afternoons, Sweet Chai Latte & a Bouquet of Mimosas

My latest love from the house of Jo Malone! I'll say it right away, so it's clear and doesn't hinder the rest of the review: The longevity of the fragrance is rather mediocre for me (a common topic...

RaniJuli 4 years ago

Velvet Rose & Oud (Cologne Intense)

Velvet Rose & Oud Cologne Intense

Jo Malone

Night Black & Rose Red

Jo Malone's "Velvet Rose & Oud" has been part of my collection for quite some time now. I bought my first bottle in 2017 with my first "real" salary - and since then, the scent has accompanied me through many beautiful and special moments. It...

RaniJuli 4 years ago

Suma Oriental

Une Nuit Nomade

Of dark spiced chocolate, warm cashmere blankets & the anticipation of winter

This fragrance was one of MY discoveries of 2021! I had been searching for a not-too-sweet chocolate scent that also features spices and noble woods. The chocolate should remind me more...

RaniJuli 4 years ago

Eau Duelle (Eau de Toilette)

Eau Duelle Eau de Toilette

Diptyque

Of Snowy Forests, Warming Vanilla & Evenings by the Fireplace

How long have I searched for IT - the perfect vanilla scent. Last winter, I found it with "Eau Duelle". Although "perfect" is certainly a big word. To be precise, I should add: Perfect for me and my skin,...

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