Reviews
Moroccan Medjool by Electimuss: The Sweetness in the Heat
British luxury perfume house Electimuss has recently added a new fragrance to its Explorer Collection - Moroccan Medjool. This scent transports you straight into the golden desert heat and is a true ode to delicious dates.
Spiky Muse by Ex Nihilo: The Muse in the Garden
One of the things I really love about Ex Nihilo is how they use modern fragrance molecules with such finesse that their creations feel effortlessly elegant. Their scents often come across as refined but never boring, there’s always something interesting or unexpected. They walk the line between high-concept niche and sheer wearability with poise, and Spiky Muse is a perfect example of that balance.
403 Myrrh Shadow by Bon Parfumeur: A Launch That Made Me Feel Things
403 Myrrh Shadow is a 2025 release from Bon Parfumeur, offering a contemporary take on amber, enriched with intricately layered woods, vibrant spices, and enigmatic resins. The fragrance was born from the idea of blending dreams with modernity—a concept that guided its creation.
Printemps by Organ Tale: An Apple That Takes You by Surprise
Printemps took me by surprise. It features one of the most realistic apple accords I’ve ever encountered. It’s beautifully balanced, calm, and effortlessly evocative.
Pacific Rock Flower from Goldfield & Banks: a New Staple for Summer
Just before the summer season begins, Goldfield & Banks introduces a new perfume inspired by Australia’s coasts – Pacific Rock Flower. After testing it repeatedly over the past couple of months, I have a strong feeling this will become a staple in the vacation-season perfume wardrobe.
Il Colore del Vento by Nobile 1942: A Breezy Tribute to the Senses
There’s a certain kind of freedom that comes with spring and summer—the way the wind carries new beginnings, the way sunlight makes everything feel a bit more possible. Il Colore del Vento, the 2025 release from Italian house Nobile 1942, captures that very feeling: lightness, movement, and a playful elegance that feels like a breath of fresh air after a long winter.
Xerjoff Black Moonlight: Smelling Like a Rockstar
Black Moonlight is one of two new fragrances recently introduced by Italian luxury perfume house Xerjoff, created in collaboration with the iconic British band Duran Duran. Housed in a sleek black bottle, the perfume hints at how true rockstars might smell.
Néroli Hasbaya by Atelier Materi: A Golden Stillness, Carved in Light
Some fragrances arrive like a sunbeam through an open window—unexpected, warm, and quietly transformative. Néroli Hasbaya is one of them.
Impadia by BDK Parfums: A Fragrance That Walks Beside You
Some fragrances shout. Others whisper. And then there’s Impadia—the newest release from BDK Parfums—that doesn’t need to do either. It simply walks beside you. Quietly confident. Unshakably present.
Eshal from Neela Vermeire Creations: A Joyous Tuberose
After much anticipation, Neela Vermeire Creations has introduced a new perfume to their collection—Eshal. This fragrance is a true ode to one of the most sensual white flowers: tuberose.
Love No Shame: A Delicious Dessert With a Vintage Twist
The cherry note has been having its moment for quite some time now. It has appeared in countless perfumes across both niche and designer lines—so much so that it sometimes feels overdone. Yet, some fragrances manage to offer a fresh perspective on cherry. One such creation, launched earlier this year, is Love No Shame by the French house Plume Impression.
Kajal Ruby: Fire That Wears a Crown
It was love at first sniff. There was an undeniable allure, something that felt both familiar and entirely unexpected. I sprayed it once, and it stayed with me the rest of the day—haunting, glowing, unforgettable.
Opal: The Latest Launch by the British Luxury House Boadicea The Victorious
Opal is a captivating blend where vintage florals meet a modern haze of herbal fire, infused with cinnamon, saffron, and black pepper, then softly dusted with orris.
Kilian Old Fashioned: Cocktail of Charm and Nostalgia
Fans of boozy fragrances are always eager to explore new releases from Kilian's The Liquors collection. One of the latest additions, Old Fashioned, was highly anticipated—and for good reason. Many hoped it would mark the return of the discontinued Single Malt.
Bohoboco Polish Potatoes: Immerse Yourself in the Unexpected
Polish niche perfume brand Bohoboco recently released two new fragrances – ━━━━ Saffron and Polish Potatoes. While both remain true to the brand's bold and distinctive style, the latter is undeniably unexpected.
From Royal Roots to Modern Masterpieces: 150 Years of Clive Christian
On a rain-swept evening in Iconic Boathouse Central Park this December 11, an intimate yet distinguished gathering took place beneath elegantly lit canopies in Central Park. The occasion: honoring 150 years of Clive Christian, a name synonymous with luxury perfume craftsmanship.
Roja Lost in Paris: Where Sweetness Meets Elegance
If you've been following perfume channels on social media lately, it’s been impossible to miss the buzz around Roja’s newest release – Lost in Paris. The brand, which rarely ventures into gourmand territory, has certainly sparked the curiosity of the fragrance community with this launch.
BDK Parfums: A Love Letter to Paris, Time, and Soul
There’s a certain magic in the air of Paris—something you can’t quite name but feel deeply, like a faint melody playing in the background of a bustling city.
Xerjoff Torino24: Explosion of Joy
Italian luxury perfume house Xerjoff has just released a new fragrance, Torino24, dedicated to one of the world’s most significant tennis events, the Nitto ATP Finals. This fruity, delightful scent evokes memories of summer and joyful emotions.
Frida’s Thorns: A Delicious and Surreal Take on Rose
Obvious Parfums recently launched their new 'High Standards' collection. 'Frida's Thorns' in this line stands out as an authentic, and notably, not so obvious fragrance.