On The Scent

Embracing the heat, and leaning into the ‘Sunscreen Scent’ perfume profile this week, we’re following on from the BONUS episode originally available to Patreon subscribers (which should soon be available here too - keep checking & scroll back in your podcast app to find it), in which we explored our favourite scented sunscreens. Flipping that fragrant theme on its head, this time we’re all about those solar, ‘holiday in a bottle’ type perfumes, and find ourselves particularly drawn to those with a vintage vibe.Later in the episode, Nicola answers a listener question from someone who had fallen head over heels for spicy tonka / vanilla fragrances way out of her budget, and seeks affordable scents to satiate this new obsession…We discuss;Nuxe Prodigieux Le ParfumThis first launched in 2012, and was created by Serge Majoullier (who also created Mugler Womanity Eau Pour Elle and Viktor&Rolf Bonbon).Top notes are Orange Blossom, Mandarin Orange, Orange and Bergamot; middle notes are Gardenia, Magnolia and Rose; base notes are Coconut Milk, Vanilla and Pebbles.DIOR La Collection Privé Eden-RocWe rather suspect that Dior’s resident perfumer, François Demachy, enjoyed even more than usual his ‘research’ for this fragrance, a hymn to one of the world’s most legendary hotels, on the rocky shore of the Côte d’Azur. Flooded with sunlight, it’s cooled and ruffled by a salty breeze, revealing an accord reminiscent of nothing so much as expensive suntan oil, suffused with jasmine and a touch of coconut. Truly the stuff of holiday dreams.Juliette Has a Gun Sunny Side UpOhhh allow yourself to dream of a scented destination somewhere more far flung. Close your eyes and imagine an impossibly perfect beach: warm sand, warm skin, an omnipresent hush of crystal waters massaging brightly coloured pebbles and your own deep, contented breaths. Sunny Side Up is all blissfully relaxed limbs glowing with the retro-smelling scent of suntan oil, the softness of the blanket beneath you and a waft of vanilla ice-cream on the breeze as the sun dips its toes in the ocean. Bliss in fragrant form!Elie Saab Le Parfum Lumière‘Like an haute couture dress, Elie Saab fragrances adorn the feminine form, with a radiant sensuality. Elie Saab Le Parfum Lumière captures the sensual sparkle of light. The Dawn. The time when night meets day, when a ray of light softly glides across the darkness and reveals the golden hues of daybreak. Inspired by Mediterranean sun rays, Elie Saab Le Parfum Lumière is an ode of warm light.’Top notesMandarin Essence, Ylang-YlangHeart notesJasmine Samac Absolut India, TuberoseBase notesPatchouli, Musky Woods & Soft amberTom Ford Soleil‘Soleil Brûlant captures the high-shine brilliance of the golden sun beaming on a private oasis. Sun-kissed citrus mingles with spices giving way to an ornate and regal floral heart—while orange flower absolute and black honey release a seductive vapor, melting into the burnished warmth of amber.Soleil Brûlant releases sun-kissed florals warmed by amber, conjuring a blazing encounter between gilded rays and naked skin. Your own private summer.’Jennifer Elizabeth:Hi Nicola and Suzy, I find myself turning to your podcast and fragrance in general to comfort and sweeten my day during the cold winter in Melbourne. I am really enjoying my perfume journey and recently discovered a Libertine Parfumerie near me! I got a sample of Amouge, guidance and Tonka Kumaru Atelier Materi. I didn’t think I would like the spicy saffron in Guidance but I have really warmed to it! And now expanding my tastes into spicy fragrances with a bit of heat. I absolutely love Tonka Kumaru it has become my favourite! Unfortunately both perfumes are way above my budget, and I was wondering if you have any recommendations for a similar fragrance with tonka, vanilla, almond and a spice. I find this fragrance very complex and addictive and its projection is amazing, so it would be may to find something under 100 pounds . I love this scent so much I’d also like to find a candle with similar almond and cardamon notes.I also like Vanilla Powder Matiere Premier.Ps I am so happy I can walk into Mecca or libertine and identity so many of the perfumes from your podcast! It brings me such joy!Nicola’s suggestions:Essential Parfums Divine VanillaGranado Tonka Eau de ToiletteL'Occitane Almond CandleMama Moon Prosperity and Courage CandleScents Journey - Masala Chai CandleJsala - Apothecary Candle

Talk about varied - we go from a ‘posh banana’ Brazilian carnival in a bottle Nicola experienced at a vibrantly fun perfume pop-up in Liberty, to an extraordinary, burning, bloodied rose Suzy’s entranced by (don’t worry - it’s not as scary as it sounds!)We’re also featuring two incredibly inspirational women on this week’s show - one who’s created her own fragrance brand to reflect a life lived in scent and adventure, and another who’s bringing the playfulness back into perfumery by allowing you (and your friends) to attend a blending workshop via Zoom - to create your own fragrance with her stunning and easy-to-use accords. A whole group of the #fragfam (Suzy, Nicola, Jo, Alice du Parcq, Amanda Carr, Thomas & Hayden attended a Zoom, and we were HUGELY impressed, plus love the scents we blended!)Amidst all of that there’s talk of a naughty Toy Boy who’s back in town, and Suzy finds two exquisite (and very affordable) iris-forward fragrances for a listener.Plus: get the second issue of On The Scent magazine which has just been published and is already flying out again! Order online here:https://www.onthescentmedia.com/on-the-scent-magazineNow, on with the show, and let’s jump in…We discuss:Granado Yes, Nós Temos Banana!The Brazilian brand has taken over Liberty’s historic Atrium for the whole of July with a huge banana pop-up! Do see it in-person if you can. They say: ‘Evoking the tropical vibrance of Brazil in olfactive form, Yes, Nós Temos Banana! eau de parfum from Granado is an invigorating addition to any fragrance collection.Anchored by a classic, woody base of sandalwood and cedar, this fragrance combines vibrant notes of banana and peach blossom with the romantic delicacy of fig and iris, while highlighting banana leaf as the protagonist of the creation - spritz onto skin for a breath of escapism.’L’Entropiste Ensang Noir[From Sainte Cellier] ‘This rose is on fire… Ensang Noir is an extraordinarily pungent rose perfume, sanguineous red petals stained with black ink, rusted at the bleeding edges. A scent of temptation, danger and the ritualistic fumes of burnt love. Fanatical, obsessive. Skin becomes an altar for this most plush and smoky offering.’Top Notes: aldehydes, blackcurrant, coriander, cucumberHeart Notes: red rose, magnolia, peonyBase Notes: incense, birch, opoponax, patchouli, vetiver, caramelMoschino ToyBoy 2‘Moschino’s celebrated fragrance for him is back! This time, the new TOY BOY 2 will take you on a sensory journey that opens with a spicy spark and closes with an amber caress.Toy boy 2 comes alive with an explosion of intriguing nutmeg and sparkling ginger and sets out on a quest to start a journey of lively and ironic charm, to escape from the daily greyness by retracing distant but ever-present emotions. It wraps you in a warm embrace of intense coffee, while akigalawood adds a bold touch. As the adventure continues, it leaves behind a soft trail of myrrh and vetiver, comforting you and promising even more surprises.’Top notessaffron accord, nutmeg Indonesia, fresh gingerHeart notescoffee extract, cedarwood, akigalawoodBase notescistus concrete, vetiver oul, myrrh resinoidLiz Astor Fragrances‘Three perfumes, three chapters of a life lived through fragrance.From an English garden to distant horizons and star-filled nights — each captures a moment in Liz Astor’s journey: where she began, where she wandered, and what she became.’HETHERSETT‘Hethersett is a return to origin — a chypre–fruity fragrance that feels like sunlight through orchard branches and summer gardens in full bloom. Each breath reveals the early whispers of creativity: petals, citrus, and memory intertwined. Bright, romantic, rooted — the scent of home becoming art.Olfactory Notes Orange • Citron • Jasmine • Magnolia • Orange Blossom • Saffron • Cedarwood • MuskFrom £40 for 7.5ml8.7°S 118.3°E‘The coordinates point to a remote stretch of the Indonesian sea — a place etched in Liz Astor’s travels, when she chased adventure beyond familiar shores.8.7°S 118.3°E captures the spirit of exploration — the scent of salt spray and sunlight, the pulse of courage, and the thrill of finding beauty in the unknown. It is both fearless and fluid, an ode to self-discovery carried on the ocean wind.Tone Wild, radiant, unbound — freedom bottled in light and sea air.Olfactory Notes Bergamot • Mandarin • Grapefruit • Clary Sage • Jasmine • Patchouli • Vetiver’From £40 for 7.6ml eau de parfumNadira No.9‘Nadira No.9 evokes the sensual hush of desert air beneath a vast night sky — where time slows and the spirit expands. It’s a fragrance of reverence and reflection, born of distant travels and the quiet awe of standing beneath a thousand unfamiliar.Soft, luminous, intimate — starlight woven through spice and skin.’Amber • Musk • Night-blooming Florals • Spiced Woods’From £70 for 7.5ml parfumDiscovery Set: £25 for x3 samplesPurchase the collection for £25 — this is fully redeemable against a future purchase of any 75ml fragrance once you’ve chosen your favourite.https://lizastor.comElix perfume blending workshop (via Zoom)Nicole founder Elix because: ‘Scent is uniquely powerful, yet we rarely have the opportunity to play and experiment with it. After a career in product innovation and creative facilitation, I returned to my childhood dream of perfume alchemy. Artisan perfumery became my creative outlet during lockdown, and I was inspired by the joy and mindfulness it brought into my life. I founded ELIX Personal Alchemyto share that playful magic with others and make artisan personalised perfumery more accessible.’‘Our hand-crafted Eau de Toilette blending accords harmonise beautifully in endless combinations. Blend 2–4 accords together to create a range of scents that evolve with your mood, style or occasion; or enjoy them solo.Our luxury set contains everything you need to enjoy a mindful personal ritual or a shared creative experience at home.Our curated collections are inspired by some of the most-loved accord combinations created during our live workshops, and include a selection of popular blending ideas to inspire your own journey.• Up to 70% naturally derived ingredients l • Blending accords can be worn alone or combined • Two refillable atomisers with replenishable elements • Additional accords available individually • Hand-crafted and hand-packed in the U.K.’£149 Personal Alchemy Blending Kithttps://www.elixfragrance.comListener Prescription:Joanna Caccavo:Dear Suzy and Nicola,First of all, a big congratulations on the new magazine! It is absolutely mouthwatering and Suzy’s prose is exquisite - I MUST read more! I am also eager for a perfume prescription for an affordable ($100 or under) very iris-forward fragrance. I’m accustomed to seeing iris perfumes raved about online, but they tend to be quite pricy. However, I recently blind-bought Zara’s Romance d’Iris Elixir, which is almost an iris soliflore and about $70, and I fell head-over-heels in love! I know that iris is a note in many fragrances, both expensive and inexpensive, but in my (admittedly limited!) experience it’s usually quite subtle. Surely there must be other affordable super-iris-y perfumes out there? (They needn’t smell only of iris, but I’d like that to be the dominant note.) Thank you! :)Suzy suggested:Fragonard Belle de ParisComposed by Daniela Andrier (of Prada Infusion d’Iris fame!) here,;lbase notes are Musk and White Cedar Extract.‘Belle de Paris is elegantly cloaked in iris, a symbol of chic, and wears its incomparable scent.Its fruity head notes of green mandarin, neroli, and pear brighten a generous heart of iris absolute adornedwith violet and incense. Musk and white cedar form its base.’Top Notes: neroli, pear and green mandarin;Heart Notes: iris, violet and incenseBase Notes: musk and white cedar extract.€42 for 100ml eau de toilette4160 Tuesdays Hush Hush‘Imagine a secret 1920s party, the perfumes that people are wearing are the new things: violets and iris, vanilla and musks. They're wearing smart suits and straight silk dresses with beaded tassels. Someone opens a new paper packet of cigarettes, and they all whip out their elegant holders, even the women! It has a powdery feel reminiscent of early 20th Century perfumes, because we both love the violet-iris texture and aroma created by ionones and irones, including those from natural orris (slightly extravagant but worth every penny). Among the many materials assembled here to create a completely new scent, we have a smidgen of natural rose, a fair quantity of Cashmeran, woods, sparkly orange flower, bergamot, creamy ethyl vanillin and layers of musks.’£35 for 15ml eau de toilette

Looking for some truly outstanding and very affordable fragrances? Have we got an episode for you! This week, as challenged by you, we went on a scent safari sniffing our way around the new fragrances in one of the U.K’s most beloved high street shops. The results? Well, we were rather awe-struck with how wonderful they were, to be honest.Suzy is totally in love with a new perfume shop she popped into for a (free!) half-hour hand and massage the other day; and we’ve also got some suggestions for a listener desperately missing their favourite (now discontinued) fragrance, and start this week’s episode with some lovely feedback about a previous listener prescription…Listener feedback:Anja:‘Hello, after listening to your brilliant podcast episode over the weekend and the scent prescription on marocan scents one perfume came straight into my mind: Andi Tauer's L'air du Desert Marocain.Thanks again for your podcast and hard work, it brings us all joy every week. I blind bought DS&amp;Durga Big Sur Eucalyptus after Suzy described it and it so amazing and exactly whati was looking for (for years!) in a eucalyptus scent. Thanks, Anja’Marks &amp; Spencer fragrances: We asked our Instagram followers to suggest a high street store to find some affordable fragrances in, and share our favourites. The top request by FAR was Marks &amp; Spencer. So, we went to the Oxford Street store, and were SO impressed by the selection, layout, accessibility and thoughtfulness that’s gone in to the design - not only of the scents, but the space they’re displayed in.Not only was the layout chic and welcoming, the shelves were well-stocked with blotters and testers, making it a truly inviting place to go and explore perfumes (both M&amp;S own-brand ones, and a great curation of other brands).First up, we sniffed the Summer Limited Edition duo (which we’d already promised to test for you a couple of episodes ago):Suzy’s favourite:Marshmallow Delight £12 for 100ml eau de parfum ‘Indulge in a scent that feels soft, sweet and irresistibly playful with this Marshmallow Delight eau de toilette from our Discover range. Juicy raspberry brings a bright opening, melting into fluffy marshmallow and smooth cream for a comforting, dessert-like finish.’Nicola’s favourite:Solar Fleur £12 for 100ml eau de parfum ‘Capture the warmth of sunlit skin with this radiant eau de toilette from our Discover range. A bright burst of mandarin opens the scent, softened by delicate jasmine and wrapped in the creamy sweetness of coconut milk. The result is a smooth, glowing fragrance that feels effortless and uplifting.’Then we made a beeline for the brand new M&amp;S Studio Fragrance collection - and were both completely blown away! The quality is apparent the second you pick up the bottles: stylishly pared back they feel satisfyingly weighty with good quality lids, and even the labels are slightly recessed - a very luxe touch, all for £22.50 per 100ml eau de perfume. And the SCENTS! Oh my. So many great ones to choose from (shall we do a whole series?) but we chose…Suzy’s favourites:M&amp;S Studio Amber Crème‘This Amber Crème eau de parfum is a refined and evocative choice. Sensual amber and rich vanilla combine with notes of rum, patchouli and crème anglaise to create a lavish, indulgent scent.Top note: Brown Sugar Middle note: Tonka Base note: Amber’M&amp;S Studio Ginger Flower ‘Enjoy a fresh and contemporary scent with the Ginger Flower eau de parfum. The heart of the fragrance combines lively ginger with sweet citrus and orange blossom for an uplifting accord. Sensual white musk and blond woods create a warm, grounded finish.Top note: Ginger Middle note: Orange blossom Base note: White musk’Nicola’s favourites:Darkest Vanilla‘Enjoy a rich and velvety accord with the Darkest Vanilla eau de parfum. The sensual vanilla heart is complemented by warm amber, luscious tonka bean and dreamy patchouli. Notes of floral orchid and sweet brown sugar ensure a luxurious finish.Top note: Vanilla bean Middle note: Tonka Base note: AmberSheer Musk This Sheer Musk eau de parfum from M&amp;S Studio is a subtly sensual choice. A heart of vegan sublimolide™ musk and ambrette absolute is complemented by floral rose and velvety orris. Cashmere and sandalwood notes create a grounded finish.Top note: Pink pepper Middle note: Cashmere Base note: MuskThey really are knocking it out of the park at M&amp;S - in the beauty area (our fave, obvs) but also in their fashion and accessories. So many reasons to be excited again about going in-store! We must go back to try more perfumes, though, don’t you think?Nicola loved her Atelier Rebul mixing masterclass experience, and this is a house we want to tell you much more about (and smell our way through all their creations) in future episodes.Meanwhile….Suzy had the most incredible FREE half hour scented hand &amp; arm massage at Norfolk Natural Living in their Lambs Conduit Street shop. This relaxing, unhurried ritual uses their all-natural products and ends with a bespoke fragrance discovery.Suzy chose to finish with a layered spritz of:Geranium &amp; Tomato Leaf ‘Beyond the glass the garden breathes a little slower. Leaves stir with a soft whisper as the warmth begins to soften at the edges. The scent of crushed tomato vine lingers green and vivid against the rosy sweetness of geranium bloom. Neroli drifts through the shade like a pale ribbon of light while cool earth settles everything into an easy calm.It is the sort of afternoon that asks nothing of you. Sun warming terracotta. Green stems rubbed gently between the fingers. A bright citrus breeze wandering through open windows carrying lime and eucalyptus with it. The garden smells alive and a little unruly in the loveliest way.’(Layered with)Rose Garden‘The afternoon unfolds in layers of scent and light. I sit beneath the cedar tree, reading... The breeze is bright, alive, moving through the garden like thought. It brings the first shimmer of geranium leaf and Sicilian lemon, quick and green, a scent that catches the light like a silver blade. Then, the roses. They lean into the air, full and fresh, their sharp sweetness almost shocking after the citrus. The garden hums with life: petals opening, leaves trembling, sunlight deepening into gold.This rose is no dowager; it’s an ingénue with perfect posture. Geranium keeps it clean and quick, jasmine gives it flesh, cedar lends gravity, and amber that quiet, golden hum anchors it all. The air itself seems to thrum, half floral, half mineral, alive with that peculiar English freshness that smells of rain remembered rather than falling.’The fragrances start from £20 for 10ml and every one Suzy smelled was genuinely excellent (though we also need to go bs k here and try many more!)Norfolk Natural Living have stores around the U.K. (as well as selling their products online:You can enjoy the free Norfolk Natural Living hand &amp; arm massage at selected stores (Cambridge, Southwold, Lambs Conduit St London, Woodbridge, Aldeburgh &amp; Holt] by booking online, here:https://tinyurl.com/Norfolk-Natural-Living-MassageListener Prescription:Meira:Hi! I’m reaching out because I’ve heard you are experts in tracking down lost or discontinued fragrances. I’ve been on a long quest to find Ananya by The Body Shop (the original 1980s/90s version).​It holds so many memories for me, and I’ve been struggling to find it anywhere. Since it seems to be unavailable to ship to Europe, I was wondering if you could help me find it or, if not, recommend a fragrance that is a very close match in terms of scent profile (tuberose, peach, coconut, and sandalwood).​Any guidance or tips you could provide would mean the world to me. Thank you so much for your time and help!Suzy suggests:Chopard Casmir‘Casmir was launched in 1992. The nose behind this fragrance is Michel Almairac. Top notes are Peach, Coconut, Mango, Fruits and Bergamot; middle notes are Geranium, Jasmine, Floral Notes and Lily-of-the-Valley; base notes are Vanilla, Amber, Sandalwood, Musk, Patchouli and Woodsy Notes.’Kayali Eden Sweet Peach | 35 ‘Sweet, luscious, and velvety, Eden Sweet Peach | 35 Eau de Parfum is pure happiness in a bottle. On first spritz, sweet-and-tangy peach and crisp red apple create a bright, mouthwatering opening while creamy frangipani adds softness and warmth at the heart of the juice. As the fragrance dries down, comforting musk melts into the skin, leaving a tender yet addictive trail that radiates effortless joy.’(Layered with)Kayali Utopia Vanilla Coco | 21‘Take a dip in your daydreams, where the clouds seem within reach and you’re blissfully floating in a glittering pool of possibilities. Creamy sandalwood and sweet white florals are topped with milky coconut, then whipped together with vanilla bourbon to evoke that sense of freedom from reality, transporting you to your perfect world, your Utopia.’On The Scent MagazineTo purchase a print issue of the first issue of On The Scent Magazine follow this link to order yours (delivery worldwide):<a...

If this is your first bonus subscriber-only episode: welcome! We’ve so much more for you in store, with an extra episode every single week (even when we’re on a break from the main podcast).Claggy, sweaty, humid weather: it’s the absolute worst for trying to get to sleep in, right? Well in this week’s extra episode, we’re discussing scents that, once sprayed, seem to instantly lower the temperature and create a cool, calming atmosphere.Do you wear fragrances to sleep (and save some especially for hot weather), or use diffusers, essential oils, or other fragrant ways of staying cool? We’d love to hear about them!Of course these fragrances don’t only have to be reserved for humid, sleepless nights - they can be used anytime you need to have an instant refresh or mood-re-setting moment.Here’s what we waft when it all gets a bit much…NEOM Super Shower Power Body Wash‘Smells like a fresh mint tea – invigorating and energising. All the flavours that make you feel awake, and alert are blended into this incredible sensorial shower cream: pinging mint, euphoric eucalyptus, cleansing rosemary and empowering coffee. Plus, there’s creamy oat milk to add a gorgeous feeling of nourishment and care around you, charging you up for the best start to the day. - Alice du Parcq.’NEOM Squeeze the Day Essential Oil Blend‘Smells like freshly cut and perfectly ripe citrus fruits - juicy and uplifting. The ultimate get-up-and-go blast of sharp-sweet citrus zest, featuring the perfect balance of bitter and tart grapefruit with warm and juicy mandarin. For extra oomph, there’s a subtle ping of cooling eucalyptus that radiates through your space – the greatest of all feel-good scents. - Alice du Parcq.’4711:Eau de Cologne‘One of the world's oldest and most famous authentic Eau de Cologne creations, having been produced in Cologne, Germany, since 1792. Known for its iconic blue-and-gold packaging, it is a timeless, unisex citrus-aromatic fragrance loved for its crisp, clean, and immediately refreshing profile.’Top Notes: Bergamot, Lemon, Orange, Peach, and BasilHeart Notes: Lavender and RosemaryBase Notes: Neroli (orange blossom) and Petitgrain+ Eau de Cologne Tissues+ Eau de Cologne Cool StickGuerlain Aqua Allegoria Herba Fresca‘A note of fresh herbs sparkling with dew and springtime flowers, energised by a bunch of spearmint leaves and connected by a green tea accord. The fragrance is enlivened by a tonic accord with the aromas of cut grass glistening with dew.’DedCool Mineral Milk‘Your favorite MILK scent on a seaside getaway. The familiar, skin-like musk you love, refreshed with a salty breeze and mineral sparkle. A coastal daydream, bottled.TOP: GOLDEN NECTAR, PASSIONFRUITMIDDLE: COASTAL LAVENDER, OCEAN AIR, MARINE SALTBOTTOM: AMBER MILK, VIRGINIA CEDAR,AUSTRALIAN SANDALWOOD.’Roos &amp; Roos Globulus‘At the top, eucalyptus globulus in two aspects: the essence of the leaves (aromatic) and the extract of the buds (fruity greens) for a lively freshness. In the heart, essence of mint (spicata mint) for a lively spicy burst of cardamom from Guatemala. The green facet is amplified by salviac (smell of sage leaves).In the background the cascalone blows a wind of aquatic freshness, like a morning dew. A crystal moss note (close to oak moss) creates a woody facet. A breeze of lively and minty freshness.’Diptyque Lemongrass &amp; Geranium Body Spray‘A bright, aromatic spray infused with essential oils known to help repel mosquitoes. A limited-edition design inspired by summer water gardens.Lemongrass, geranium and neroli create a vibrant freshness on the skin. On the bottle, geraniums come to life in a design inspired by mosaic tesserae, imagined by Mathilde Jonquière.’HERETIC PARFUM - NOSFERATU‘In partnership with Nosferatu and Focus Features, Heretic is proud to collaborate on a fragrance inspired by the iconic vampire. Cold, pale and pellucid, this fragrance evokes the uneasy chill of encountering an apparition. The fragrance opens with a clap of thunder and downpour of rain, strikes of lightning fill the air with petrichor and electricity. Tangled in the stones of the dark, wet heart chord you will find lilac in vivid a bouquet of cadaverous hues punctuated by inky violet absolute. This floral accord of ether conjures memories of forgotten innocence and love everlasting that give way to the peculiar delights of vegan Ambergris. Soft and velvety the ambergris dances on the skin in a nostalgic waltz that is both delicate and hedonistic. Nosferatu is only in theaters this Christmas. © 2024 Focus Features LLC.’Norfolk Natural Living Magnesium Spray‘Our Magnesium Sleep body spray is…For sleep. For tension. For 3am spirals. Created by a mum who just wanted her child to rest.I didn’t set out to launch a magnesium sleep spray — I made this because my daughter couldn’t sleep.She wasn’t dramatic, just quietly anxious. Her little mind wouldn’t switch off. Bedtime became a knot of questions, overthinking, and restlessness. So I blended magnesium with lavender and sweet orange. A gentle, calming spray she could trust—and so could I. It helped her sleep. Properly.And once I saw it worked for her, I started using it too—after long days, before travel, when a migraine threatened, or when my own brain refused to slow down. Now it lives in every bag and on every bedside table. Not just for sleep. For calm.What it doesHelps you fall—and stay—asleep Spray on feet, wrists, or chest. Breathe deeply. Sleep comes easier.Calms anxiety For that wired-at-bedtime feeling, or mid-day overwhelm. A few sprays help settle things down.Relieves muscle tension &amp; restless legs Ideal after workouts, desk days, or long flights.Soothes migraines &amp; tension headaches Apply to neck and temples at the first sign of a flare-up.Supports sleep during perimenopause and menopause Great for night sweats, restless sleep, and general hormonal chaos—no hormones involved.What’s in itMagnesium Sulfate – Known to relax muscles, reduce anxiety, and support melatonin production.Lavender Essential Oil – The classic calming scent, soothing and familiar.Sweet Orange Essential Oil – Uplifting and comforting; balances out bedtime anxiety.Nothing synthetic, nothing sticky – Vegan, cruelty-free, and handmade in Norfolk.How to use itFor sleep: 4–6 sprays on wrists, feet, or backs of knees about 20 minutes before bed.For muscle tension: 8–10 sprays, massage into sore areas.For anxiety: Spray on palms, rub, and inhale slowly.For migraines or tension headaches: Apply to back of neck and temples.For children aged 5+: 2–3 sprays after bath or before bed.On-the-go: Use before travel, meetings, or school runs to take the edge off.’

We’re back with a whole new season of On the Scent Podcast!While we had a break on the main pod, we’ve still been recording our Patreon exclusive episodes every week, which you can catch up with on patreon.com https://www.patreon.com/u84518038Meanwhile, we’ve been busy attending some incredible new launches, many of which you’ll hear about in this episode, and Nicola and her husband, Chris, got to have bespoke fragrances made for them by Nicola Pozzani, the Global Fragrance Ambassador and Bespoke Perfumer for Floris London! She’s talking us through the entire process here, and you’ll hear some recordings she made in the historic Jermyn Street perfumer’s office on the day.Suzy also got to experience something rather wonderful, visiting the newly appointed Chanel salon in Harrods for a ‘Grand Parfumeur’ session revealing the fascinating symbolism present in Chanel’s life, aesthetics, and the new Extrait perfumes. She also attended the jaw-dropping launch of BDK’s three new fragrances, each inspired by spectacular fabrics.After talking about the celeb-filled celebrations of The Fragrance Foundation Awards, with more being more, there’s much talk of what’s on the current ‘can’t stop wearing list’ (which includes a latex and lipstick scent Nicola adores, a mushroom fragrance Suzy’s obsessed by, and a reconnection with a past perfume love).On this week’s episode…Floris London Bespoke Experience:https://tinyurl.com/florisbespokeBDK Stellar Silk‘Stellar Silk unfolds around the milky, textured richness of a creamy, precious sandalwood. At the top, a spicy spark of ginger and cinnamon bark is delicately dusted with saffron. Then, the floral heart of iris unfolds, echoing the intimate caress of fabric against the skin, enveloped in vanilla, tonka bean, and the profound warmth of benzoin tears. In the base, sandalwood and musks carry and extend the trail with gentle intensity. Like a precious thread of silk, Stellar Silk lays a veil of sensuality across the skin. A fragrance of passion, it radiates as a luminous halo, balancing depth and lightness to create an enduring, timeless elegance. Around the silk, a universe of luxury emerges, defined by a noble material exploring with subtlety the porous boundaries between masculine and feminine wardrobes. The softness and delicacy of the fabric flirt with the sensuality of evening gowns, evoking Haute Couture silhouettes where creative freedom blurs boundaries, reminiscent of designs by Yves Saint Laurent or Valentino Garavani. In the airy, whispering rustle of muslin, an ode rises to the preciousness of a millennia-old material, noble and treasured.’BDK Silver Ceremony‘Silver Ceremony is conceived in resonance with the precious radiance of sequins. At the top, bergamot, green mandarin, and lemon illuminate the fragrance as light strikes metal, sparkling with a crystalline, vibrant, almost icy freshness, heightened by the spicy brilliance of ginger and pink pepper. In the base, woody notes unfold, dominated by cedar, set with patchouli and oud, and faceted with the amber nuances of labdanum. A textured creation, rich in energy and vibration, where freshness accentuates depth and warmth anchors luminosity. Constructed like an architectural masterpiece in which movement and stillness coexist, it is at once solid and fluid. Like a luminous, shimmering, ethereal garment, Silver Ceremony reveals itself as a fragrance with an electric, magnetic, incisive, and radiant signature. In the 1960s, when Paco Rabanne was celebrated as a metallurgist, he boldly wove metal into his creations, sculpting dresses with the precision of an architect. Thierry Mugler conjured robotized silhouettes, evoking a visionary, almost cosmic futurism. As for sequins, with their meticulous artisanal craftsmanship, they endure as a luminous and precious signature of Haute Couture, illuminating the most sophisticated ensembles with a radiant brilliance.’BDK Oud Paradiso‘Oud Paradisio unveils itself: a fragrance at once powerful, captivating, opulent, and audacious. Dominating with majesty is a dark, enveloping oud wood. At the top, the fresh, citrusy brightness of bergamot is enlivened by the juicy, succulent sweetness of frosted pineapple, while a subtle veil of incense and saffron whispers through the composition. The exquisite floral heart unfolds as a precious trio of roses, two essences and an absolute, imbuing the composition with elegance and depth. The warm base marries shadowy oud with cocoa, creating an arrangement rich in intensity and sumptuous voluptuousness. Sensuality blossoms among a woody warmth, nuanced with subtle restraint. Its assertive character is sculpted by the animalic accents revealed through the potent olfactory presence of oud essence. Complex and surprising, Oud Paradisio is a nocturnal perfume steeped in mystery. In fashion, leather claims its nobility without forsaking its innate animality, which imparts strength and commanding presence. Designers have challenged leather, shaping it into a second skin, Claude Montana in the 1980s with exaggerated shoulders crafted for fearless, audacious personalities. More recently, Rick Owens has celebrated this material with brilliance, transgressing its codes with boldness, even a hint of provocation. Animalistic by nature, leather embodies strength, power, and confidence.’Atelier Rebul Istanbul‘Discover the hidden scents of Istanbul with this eau de parfum. The glittering notes of bergamot is blended with spicy notes of cinnamon, saffron and clove, as well as floral and woody notes. The fragrance of our Istanbul collection is truly striking and unique.’ Vyrao Ludatrix‘Naughty notes of lipstick and latex entwine with powdery rose, energising sichuan pepper and courage-enhancing orris to cast Ludatrix’s enticing and empowered spell. Tantalising ambrette for igniting arousal is layered with voluptuous cedarwood, sandalwood and olibanum for positivity and protection, while a potent blend of ambrox and musk sparks sensuality. Bold and boundless desire, bottled.’Nasomatto MicrodelirioAll we’re told is ‘The fragrance is the result of a natural vital delirium, evoking a flourishing ecosystem of organic disobedience.’ Suzy senses ultra-realistic petrichor (rain soaked earth), creamy mushrooms, leaf-mulchy forest floor, vetiver, perhaps some beetroot fruitiness (?) and bags of patchouli earthiness. Lush Ginger‘A fragrance of the sensation of tasting ginger for the first time and feel it warming your body. Ginger is combined with flowers – mimosa, geranium, rose, ylang ylang and jasmine. A touch of juniper berry makes the composition vivid and fruity.’Goldfield &amp; Banks Ingenious Ginger‘Ingenious Ginger is a floral amber perfume inspired by the lush Atherton Tablelands. red back ginger blends with bergamot, mandarin, magnolia, vanilla, amber and australian sandalwood.A world-first exploration of Australian Red Back Ginger, this best-selling Eau De Parfum offers an instant sense of nature in a blissful and sultry destination.’Buy issue 1 of On The Scent magazine and feast your eyes on the fabulous fragrant features, news and reviews in print! Get your copy here:https://www.onthescentmedia.com/shop

In this episode we’re catching up with the joyous beauty and fragrance journalist and broadcaster, Alice du Parcq, for part TWO of her mega-list of fabulous fragrances. (If you haven’t already, do go and listen to Part 1 (episode 11) where Alice hilariously explains how one of her favourites is forever entwined with frogs legs… Meanwhile, here we delve into those she’s adored for decades and more recent scent discoveries made on a shopping trip with Sali Hughes!Part 2 of Alice’s Fragrance List:@ysl Kouros@ysl Rive Gauche@guerlain Cuir Beluga@guerlain Bois d'Armenie@guerlain Tonka Imperiale@lartisanparfumeur Bois Farine@acquadiparma_official Colonia Essenza@diorbeauty Éden Roc@fredericmalle Musc Ravageur@celine Black Tie@loccitane_uk_ire Terre de Lumière@tomford Métallique

In this episode we’re thrilled to welcome self-confessed fragrance obsessive, Alice du Parcq. From the age of 17, Alice worked in the beauty departments of Tatler, the Telegraph, The Times and Glamour magazine and was Beauty Director at Conde Nast Brides and Easy Living for over 10 years. Since going freelance she’s written for British Vogue, Red, Stella, Stylist, Sunday Times Style (the list goes on), is now Contributing Editor at Glamour &amp; writes for Space NK’s magazine. Phew!During lockdown Alice began regular Instagram lives called Desert Island Spritz, which Suzy was honoured to be a guest on, but now we’re turning the tables to find out which fragrances have been her favourites for summer, lifelong loves, lockdown saviours and daily go-to’s…During our chat, these are the fragrances we mentioned:@ukgap Gap Heaven @guylarochefragrances Drakkar Noir@helmutlang Helmut Lang Eau de Parfum@millerharris L’Air de Rien@calvinklein Obsession@creedboutique Creed Angelique Encens@guerlain Mitsouko@jeanpaulgaultier Le Male@bentleymotors Bentley MomentumN.C.P Olfactive 704 Incense and Musk@cliniqueuk Aromatics Elixirs@jomalonelondon Basil &amp; Neroli@diptyque L’Ombre Dans L’Eau@chanelofficial Le Lion@nivea_uk Nivea Sun (use Alice’s code to get 20% off! ALICE20)

We’re utterly thrilled our guest for this episode is @salihughes - a hugely influential journalist with her regular Guardian column, a broadcaster, author of the books Pretty Honest &amp; Pretty Iconic, and who can often be found ferreting around in celebrities’ bathrooms for her fascinating YouTube series ‘In the Bathroom With…’ As if that wasn’t enough, she’s also Co-founder of @thebeautybanks - an organisation that gets donations of self-care and hygiene products directly to those in need.We could have talked to Sali for hours, but in this episode we’re delving deep into the fragrances Sali uses in her emotionally-supportive toolkit. We just know you’re going to LOVE listening to this joyous (and often revealing) discussion.Fragrances that formed part of Sali’s childhood:@yardleylondonuk English Lavender@officialbiba perfume (1970s)@diorbeauty Miss Dior (the original)The scents Sali uses now as…Signature scents:@chanelofficial No5@yslbeauty Rive Gauche@fredericmalle L’Eau D’HiverConfidence-boosters:@chanelofficial Coco@ormondejayne Ormonde Woman@guerlain MitsoukoVa-va-voom sexy (for herself):@celine NightclubbingImmediately calming:@johnsonsbabyuk Baby Lotion@nivea_uk Creme@fredericmalle Cologne IndélébileWild card:@heeleyofficial L'Amandiere ExtraitsFind out more about @thebeautybanks &amp; how you can help: https://www.beautybanks.org.ukRead Sali’s books:Pretty Honest https://tinyurl.com/PrettyHonestPretty Iconic https://tinyurl.com/PrettyIconic

Wowie! So many excellent fragrances to get your noses around in this episode, it was difficult to know where to begin. But with so many to explore we started with a recap of the recent barnstorming success of Barnes Fragrance Fair...We talked through Suzy’s choices for her sold-out talk with Alice du Parcq (and if you couldn’t go or were there but missed any of the talks: never fear! They were all recorded and will be on the Barnes Fragrance Fair YouTube channel when they’re all edited. We’ll let you know when they’re up, but meanwhile you can watch last year’s talks there, including the ‘Top of the morning’ show we so loved doing.)Suzy chose:Shloksha Soapy HeartBased in Tunbridge Wells, founder Jay says “Moving from India to the UK in mytwenties, I do miss the immersive sensory joys found in everyday Indian culture.Sourcing and working with traditional Indian materials connects me to mychildhood—scented trips down memory lane!”Opening notes - red mandarin and grapefruitHeart notes - jasmine, ylang ylang, green grass and saffronBase notes – sandalwood, fruity musk, oudh“You slip on your fine silk robe, gorgeously patterned with tropical birds, andquietly pad along the hallway to the bathroom. Closing the heavy wooden doorwith a sigh of relief, you lean over the sparkling slipper bath, slide the plug inand turn both taps on full. Glittering beads of water dance in the diffuse light.You perch your hip on the side of the bath as your ears fill pleasantly with theroar and tumble of the cascading water. Your life is very busy and demanding,and you get few opportunities to indulge yourself. But a long, quiet bath is oftenwhat you crave.Your eyes glance along the rich turquoise tiled shelf as you ponder how to scentyour watery sanctuary. Antique crystal jars hold delicately fragrant floralsalts—you carefully lift their lids- one by one - and their enchanting perfumesmingle with the steam. But they’re perhaps not exactly what you’re in the moodfor.A waxed paper tablet of old-fashioned, handmade soap sits demurely at theend of the shelf. Fresh, brand new and unopened. Your fingertips softly caressthe crackling paper as you carefully unwrap it and the dense, creamy pebbledrops into your silken lap.You dip your hands briefly in the warm bath water and rotate the smooth soap inyour hands. Rich suds fly into the air, dense but light. Airy and iridescent. Yes,this is what you were looking for.”Jorum Studio Risso‘An independent fragrance brand founded in Scotland in 2019 led by Scottishperfumer Euan McCall. Jorum creates modern, poetic fragrances that capture thebeauty of nature with an unconventional spirit. Designing and manufacturing allproducts in-house, Jorum Studio celebrates the craft of perfumery using only thepurest quality materials in truly unique and creative ways.’ (Based in Edinburgh,now with a store in London, too.)‘ImpressionDouglas fir, Pear, Cypress, Mastic, Petitgrain, Bigarade, Carrot, Angelica seed.FadeNerium Oleander, Pearwood, Olive, Neroli, Orange Flower absolute, Ambretteseed.‘Sculptural sunbeams filter through the breaks in gauzy linen, air is cool,carrying the bittersweet embrace of seasonal citrus and the brightness of soapon fabric and skin. Crisp, clean and radiant. Risso awakens with the coolambience of majestic Douglas Fir and bracing Cypress oils, evoking the hush ofdawn. Pear and Bigarade bring bright clarity, where expressive citrus meetsdelicious soft-fruit sweetness. The centrepiece: a gilded rush of vibrant Neroliand delicate Orange Flower Absolute, bringing a fusion of enduring luminosity.’NEUNÉRE When All Things Were DivineFounded in London 2025 by Alina Rosu. Her path led her from the foundationaldiscipline of the Grasse Institute of Perfumery to a Master&amp;#39;s degree in FragranceFormulation. Alina says: “We live in the moment, just not this one. This perfumeis about the bittersweet nature of nostalgia.”‘It opens with crisp notes of cut grass and green tea, followed by the bitternessof Galbanum Oil. The heart is a soft infusion of Orris Butter and Orange BlossomAbsolute. It settles into a dry-down of honey and Benzoin from Laos, contrastedby mossy notes.Featuring: cut grass, watery notes, green tea, galbanum resinoid, orange flowerabsolute, orris root butter, philadelphus/mock orange, honey, benzoin siamresinoid, moss, Ambrofix™’To the Fairest CécileCécile, entwines luminous bergamot and mandarin with powdery softness atopthe warmth of amber and a tingle of clove bud, the rose rippled through with anairy creaminess that wafts beguilingly.Top Notes: bergamot, mandarinHeart Notes: rose absoluteBase Notes: amber, clove budSuzy especially loves the matching fragrantly nourishing Satin Body Oil spray –one of THE best you’ll ever try, no matter which scent you choose, and you couldeasily wear any of them instead of a fragrance! Made using organic argan oilextract, this quick-drying formula leaves skin luminous and delicately scented.Beaufort London Fathom V Director’s CutTo commemorate a decade of Fathom V we have produced a limited edition‘Directors Cut’ EXTRAIT version of the scent: the ‘big green beast’ reimagined inan ultra-strong variant at a 150% higher oil inclusion. This ‘extended’ versionbrings to life the more muted aspects of the original and is incredibly powerfuland extremely long-lasting.Each all-black bottle is individually numbered, with the edition running to only1000 pieces worldwide. Each box contains a hand-signed note of authenticity.Top Notes: Juniper, Blackcurrant, Green Leaves, AquaticCrisp green cut stem brightness open, darkened with earth.Heart Notes: Lily, Jasmine, CuminLush white flowers bloom at the heart.Base Notes: Vetiver, Moss, Salt, Atlas CedarSalted woods, moss and vetiver leave a deep mineral resonance.Perfumer: Julie MarloweRather greedily, Suzy really wanted to choose Maya Njie Aethi Opum becauseshe’s been utterly obsessed with it since smelling Jo’s bottle, but Alice hadchosen that. AND she wanted to choose Olfiction ICONIC, but Alice had chosenthat, too. So... they compromised and both spoke about those incredible scents.We’ll discuss them properly on the pod when the talks are up (and when Nicola’shad a chance to get her nose on them.)Nicola’s been falling in love with wearing Juliette Has a Gun Not a Perfume allover again, for its pleasing, easy-to-wear character when worn alone, and for itsability to coax beguiling intricacies from other scents while also boosting theirlongevity.Another new launch Suzy’s obsessed by is Essential Parfums Ambre Latteby Jordi Fernández“I envisioned Ambre Latte as a highly addictive overdose of my favourite amberwoods wrapped in a delicious swirl of almond milk. Infused with caramel, tonka,vanilla, and benzoin, this creamy haze lends the amber structure an irresistibleand unforgettable signature. A fragrance that draws you in… and keeps youclose.&amp;quot;‘With Ambre Latte, Jordi Fernandez offers a unique and exquisitely refined takeon indulgence.​ The fragrance unfolds in a vaporous cloud of almond milk,delicately infused with roasted tonka bean.​ Indulgence settles in — irresistibleyet perfectly controlled — as a luscious dulce de leche caramel melts into theenveloping softness of vanilla, benzoin and white musks.​Very soon, the fragrance reveals its duality. Beneath the milky caress emergesan intensely addictive woody-amber alchemy. Ambrofix, Georgywood,Akigalawood and white sandalwood structure the composition, infusing it withdepth, sophistication and modernity. They extend the trail with sensual richness,leaving an unforgettable imprint — the perfect balance between gourmandiseand addiction.’Escentric Molecules Cologne OneSuzy described this as feeling like a Cologne that’s been whizzed up in a SodaStream machine! The brand says: ‘Cologne One captures the freshness of a ginand tonic in a single, sparkling gesture: effervescent, bright, unmistakably clean.The fragrance lives in its top notes: juniper for the gin, lime and citrus for lift, atouch of bergamot and mandarin, a whisper of ginger for a delicate spiciness,and a hint of cucumber’s neutrality to enhance the crispness without becomingliteral. It is freshness concentrated, transparent, and immediate.The heart remains understated: iris, rose, and hedione offer just enoughstructure to support the top note, allowing the bright citrus and juniper to linger.The dry down is linear, calm, and unobtrusive: Ambroxan, Iso E Super, and atrace of musk. Nothing competes, nothing distracts.“We have a very different approach to fragrance, so our first cologne capturesthe very unique and wonderful freshness of a gin and tonic. I think it&amp;#39;s quite newwith that sort of freshness. It&amp;#39;s the idea of the sparkling, effervescent gin andtonic first scent, this sort of your nose in the drink,” says perfumer Geza Schoen.Cologne One is a cologne reimagined by Escentric Molecules: 15% concentrationfor lasting freshness without leaving an overwhelmingly fragrant impression. It isrefreshing, refined, and gender-neutral....

How we’re loving - and living for - those moments when the sun properly shines this spring. It almost (whisper it) feels like summer’s knocking on the door. However, if grey skies meteorological or metaphorical are plaguing you currently, we’ve bottles of sunshine and hope to bring a smile to your face…In this episode we discuss:Lush Fresh As‘Revitalising fir needle absolute and tagetes oils mingle to surround you with the bracing draw of nature. If any scent can embody the freshest of forests, snapping sticks underfoot and the warmth of a snuggly scarf, then this is it.What's in it for you?- A herbaceous fir needle fragrance. - Like a bracing woodland walk in a nice warm coat.Leaving the world Lusher than we found itOrganic ethanol helps this fragrance last longer on your skin and supports biodiversity on the ground. It's made from regeneratively farmed sugar cane produced with renewable energy in Brazil.’Acqua Di Parma Buongiorno La Collezione‘A set of five 10ml Eau de Parfums from the Buongiorno Collection, each one capturing a moment and transforming it into poetry. Presented in a compact splash bottle format, it is an invitation to carry the spirit of Buongiorno with you on-the-go.A gentle manifesto of poetic dreams, the set brings together all five compositions from the Buongiorno Collection. Every fragrance represents small gestures and moments transformed into surreal sensations and dreamlike rituals.Buongiorno Buonanotte: ‘A delicate and enveloping fragrance that marks the end of a night filled with shared laughter and spontaneous joy when buongiorno and buonanotte blur into a single moment.’Top notes: Calabrian bergamot, olibanum, pink pepperHeart notes: orris pallida concrete, gaiacwoodBase notes: musk, Virginian cedarwood, cashmere wood accordBuongiorno Amore Mio: ‘A fragrance of unique, subtle elegance like fresh garments that softly embrace the skin, marking the beginning of a perfect new day.’Top notes: Calabrian bergamot, aldehydesHeart notes: fresh cotton accord, orris pallida butter, hedioneBase notes: musk, ambrette butter, ambroxeBuongiorno Dolce Far Niente: ‘A fragrance of light-hearted ease that comes from choosing to do nothing at all, except enjoy the sweetness of an unhurried day.’Top notes: Sicilian lemon tree petitgrain, Sicilian lemon, orangeHeart notes: lemon wood accord, fig wood accord, hedioneBase notes: musk, Virginian cedarwood, cistus absoluteBuongiorno Gioco del Destino: ‘A modern gourmand touch that evokes a moment sparked by chance, when something unexpected stirs a sudden, joyful sense of euphoria.’Top notes: sweet orange, Italian green mandarin, Italian yellow mandarin, Sicilian lemonHeart notes: bran wheat absolute, ginger, benzoin gumBase notes: musk, sandalwood, peru balsam resinoidBuongiorno Al Bacio: ‘A radiant dewy fragrance that evokes the gentle intimacy of a morning kiss - an affectionate spark that awakens the senses and welcomes a new day.’Top notes: Calabrian Bergamot, rosemary, petitgrainHeart notes: orange flower water absolute, neroli, angelicaBase notes: musk, white wood accord, co-distillation Virginia cedarwood &amp; olibanum extractCoty Infiniment Soleil D’Ikosim‘Orange blossom shines at the top, warmed by Mediterranean light. Woody and ambery notes emerge next, revealing a lingering gold aura. The grounding depth of vetiver vibrates through, reaching the solar energy of orange blossom, for a radiant bliss.Olfactory family: Gourmand floralMain notes: orange blossom, neroli, vetiverFarina 1709 Original Eau de Cologne‘The world’s oldest perfume house. Inventors of the Original Eau de Cologne. Family perfumers since 1709. ‘The Original Eau de Cologne is the epitome of clarity, freshness and joy - a fragrance with a remarkable history that still feels effortlessly modern, universal, and timeless.Inspired by Johann Maria Farina’s Italian roots, fresh citrus notes - especially bergamot - shape the character of the Original Eau de Cologne. Neroli and jasmine lend floral lightness, while herbaceous lavender, gentle musk and amber harmoniously round off the fragrance. Refreshing and never overpowering, the fragrance accompanies its wearer throughout the day - clear, balanced, and unmistakable.More than three centuries after its founding, Farina is the oldest perfume house in the world and remains in family hands, now led by ninth-generation perfumer Louise Farina, the first woman to succeed directly in the family line. The house continues to produce the Original Eau de Cologne, the scent unchanged since 1709.’Yardley London Floralscapes Meadow‘Our Floralscapes Meadow Eau de Parfum is a green fruity floral fragrance capturing the astonishing beauty of an English meadow at the height of summer, where top notes of bergamot and pear meet a heart of tall grass and drifts of wild-flowers in buttercup, rose and white clover, enveloped with hints of musk and wood sage in the base.Made with 90% naturally-derived ingredients, this Eau de Parfum is suitable for vegans, is cruelty-free, and comes packed in an FSC-certified carton.’Olfactive O New Earth‘I am the host who cooks to the rhythm of the seasons, the one who pulls up an extra chair before you’ve even asked. I believe in the beauty of things made by hand - the thumbprint in the clay, the worn-in softness of a family heirloom. There is quiet joy in walking the same path every day and noticing the first green shoots of change. For me, luxury resides in the weight of a heavy linen shirt and the simple, rhythmic task of chopping herbs from the windowsill pot. I am a life lived in the present tense.NOTES:Luminous top: shiso, pink peppercorn, spearmint, elemiPresent heart: deep-leaf immersion, armoise, geranium, chamomile blue, cardamom, clary sageRooted base: hay absolute, fir balsam, oakmoss, myrrh’Laura Ashley Wild WoodlandA wonderfully rambling, rustic blend of ripe berries in hidden woodlands with notes of blackberry, gooseberry and vetiver. The ‘Parma Violet Berries” print inspired the blend via the utterly charming design of clustered ripe berries in an autumn garden. We feel this is a spring into late summer vibe, though.Laura Ashley Joy of PrimroseDefinitely bright and uplifting but fluffed around the edges with a powdery, cashmere softness, a beautiful blend of tangerine, mimosa and vanilla. After launching back in 1990, the Loveston print acted as inspiration for this fragrance with its leafy ditsy floral pattern of chrysanthemums and phlox plants.M&amp;S limited edition summer scents: Marshmallow Delight‘Indulge in a scent that feels soft, sweet and irresistibly playful with this Marshmallow Delight eau de toilette from our Discover range. Juicy raspberry brings a bright opening, melting into fluffy marshmallow and smooth cream for a comforting, dessert-like finish.’Solar Fleur‘Capture the warmth of sunlit skin with this radiant eau de toilette from our Discover range. A bright burst of mandarin opens the scent, softened by delicate jasmine and wrapped in the creamy sweetness of coconut milk. The result is a smooth, glowing fragrance that feels effortless and uplifting.’

On The Scent Podcast Season 7, Episode 36: Classic Scents Remixed &amp; ReinventedChanel N°5 Eau de ToiletteHoused in a redesigned, minimalist (label-free) bottle inspired by the original 1924 silhouette, the classic scent profile is absolutely there (bubbly aldehydes, light florals) but with a modern, more casually dressed feeling. Lighter, more intimate, but with a grounding depth beyond the beloved soapy floralcy, Chanel describes it as: ‘A woody abstract floral fragrance that is powerful and textured – an invitation to discover N°5 in a new light.’Chanel N°5 L'EAU Eau de Toilette‘Less abstract than its forebears, the composition of N°5 L'EAU radiates citrus like sun-drenched honey. Top notes of lemon, mandarin and orange soar skyward with the aldehydes. Like a second wind, you can hear the rustle of flowers. Rose melds with airy jasmine and a new fraction of ylang-ylang, more modern than ever.Behind this floral whirlwind, vetiver and cedar impart a novel dynamism, softened by white musks notes. Never has Nº5 been so natural. So fresh.’Chanel N°5 EAU PREMIÈRE‘A floral, luminous and airy interpretation of N°5. The voluptuousness of Ylang-Ylang from the Comoros blends into the harmonious and delicate facets of May Rose and Jasmine. Aldehydes grant it a unique presence, and the smooth touch of Vanilla and musky notes create an incredibly feminine trail.’Estée Lauder Bronze Goddess Eau de ParfumThe quintessential sun-kissed, tropical blend now offers a more intense hit of sunset in a scent, via creamy coconut, tiare flower, warm amber, and vanilla. They say: ‘More intense. More glow. The unmistakable magic of notes of tiare flower and coconut, paired with notes of amber, sandalwood and vanilla, made even richer.’AERIN Mediterranean Honeysuckle Soleil (Summer Edition)This limited-edition 2026 solar floral fragrance is inspired by sun-drenched Mediterranean beach holidays. It features notes of neroli, monoi flower, and coconut milk, offering a warmer, creamier, and more radiant twist on the original. Founder, Aerin Lauder, says: ‘Mediterranean Honeysuckle Soleil is a radiant twist on our signature fragrance. This limited-edition was inspired by memories of sun-drenched beach days I have spent on the Mediterranean with family and friends. The scent reminds me of warm sun-kissed skin after a day by the sea with its notes of monoi flower, neroli and coconut milk.’DS &amp; Durga Debaser In BloomReimagining the original fig scent with a brighter, creamier profile this version features top notes of raspberry flower and white currant, a heart of white gardenia, a base of musk and the highly intriguing grape soda-like ‘cassette tape’ accord. Fascinating and resolutely modern!Founder David Seth Moltz explains: ‘Debaser is a cult favorite D.S. &amp; DURGA fume inspired by my preteen years hanging out with cool older kids. Music was the binding force of the group. I was introduced to many bands, but the Pixies reigned supreme. I remember getting Doolittle on cassette tape. Back then, tapes smelled distinctly of grapey-orange blossom due to a mysterious mixture of polyester, magnetics, and lubricants from which they were manufactured. You would go to your local record shop, get the latest tape, and skate home fast to listen. When you tore off the wrapping, that familiar aroma was like an unconscious precursor to new music.Playing with a perfume formula is like reworking a beloved song. New elements emerge, this version of Debaser renders beauty from the mundane. The nostalgic aroma of tapes amplified with choice fruit and flower notes. It wears easy and gives a perfect spring-to-summer vibration, not unlike the music that inspired it.’Petit Fracas"Play the game of love with Petit Fracas de Robert Piguet eau de parfum. The scent has an audacious air, inspired by our iconic Fracas. Petit is fresh, youthful and feminine, with a playful innocence. Flirtatious and charming, Petit Fracas opens with notes of fresh citrus and pear. At the heart of the scent is a foral with a vintage edge: tuberose and white flowers. Sophisticated, with a touch of whimsy, the base is underscored by the elegance of musk and sandalwood sprinkled with a touch of chocolate."Don’t forget it’s the brilliant Barnes Fragrance Fair coming up soon! On Saturday 16th May the fragrance lovers will be gathering far and wide (we know four On The Scent Podcast listeners flying in to attend from America this year!) to sniff their way through the best independent fragrance houses in the U.K. With more stalls than ever where you can meet the founders / perfumers, there’s also a whole timetable of fascinating talks to attend…Why not grab the last tickets for ‘Scent, Style &amp; Self-Expression: Exploring how men can show up with confidence’ with an expert panel hosted by friend of the pod, Haydn Williams @yousmellgreatwhatisit. Looking at how scent and style can enhance self-expression - and help leave a lasting impression - expect practical advice and insider secrets from the panel of experts…Robin James - 'Man for Himself' men's grooming, fragrance and lifestyle creator and Founder of Anforh. @manforhimselfPhill Tarling - 'The Image Coach', menswear stylist @philltarlingJimi Oketunji - 'Aromajayy' - fragrance &amp; fashion content creator @aromajayyAll remaining tickets for talks are available here:https://www.barnesfragrancefair.com/talks-workshops-26

This week we attended the most incredible party thrown for @onthescentmedia byGlorious Brands and Muse Communications - a room filled with friends: movers andshakers of the scent scene, from press, PR and brands alike. All were there tocelebrate the official launch of On The Scent Magazine - and somehow, with all theirlove and support - it suddenly felt real!The magazine was arrayed on tables around the gorgeously flower-bedecked room,Mimosa cocktails were sipped, fragrant friends laughed and we all basked in themost spectacular view of London, delighting in the golden hour (and a rareopportunity to come together across various companies who are usually the onesholding launches, not getting to relax and attend them!) It was just JOYOUS, andwe are so grateful to everyone who helped organise it, and who came together insuch scented harmony.Ahhhh! Bliss.After reliving the magic of that night, we are excitedly counting the hours until theFragrance Foundation Jasmine Awards (the podcast is nominated for three awardsin Best Audio and Best Visual categories this year, while Suzy is up for anotherthree for her writing!)Meanwhile, of course we had to continue our in-depth chat about#whatwearewearing lately (because there’s a LOT to tell you about…)Nicola: Guerlain Cuir Beluga‘Typically tough, the leather accord reveals a new facet here. Gracing the skin withsoftness and enhanced by a refreshing tangerine accord, leather becomes suppleand luminous, blending with intriguing immortelle notes before melting into avelvety lingering trail of amber, musk and vanilla notes. An untameable leather, assupple as white suede.’Suzy: Amouage Love HibiscusBy Jérôme Epinet‘From the moment it begins, Love Hibiscus ingeniously presents both of its mainfacetsat the same time: a hibiscus note – tart, berry-like, and herbaceous - and anappetising sugar-coated Palmier accord - sweet, buttery, and caramelised. Linkingthem together, with their citrusy, woody aspects, are a delicious passion fruit and agenerous proportion of frankincense. Finally, sandalwood, Indian papyrus, andvanilla bring the depth that renders the whole perfume indulgent and sensuous.’Nicola: M&amp;S Discover Warm Neroli‘This 50ml eau de parfum from Discover combines sparkling neroli and bergamottop notes with a soft musk base for an elegant, long-lasting fragrance. The carefullydeveloped formula creates a distinctive scented profile that transitions beautifullyfrom day to night. The sleek bottle design ensures easy application, while theconcentrated parfum formula provides all-day wear without the need for frequentreapplication. Perfect for adding an elegant touch to your perfume collection.From sweet, fruity notes to spicy ambers, experimentation is a key part of findingthe fragrance that suits you. ʽDiscoverʼ offers you a variety of scents mapped acrossthe fragrance families for you to explore and find your perfect scent.’Suzy: Balmain Destin (from £25)By Quentin Bisch‘An uplifting, feminine blend of strawberry, peony, and creamy sandalwood notes.The bold and feminine fragrance embodies Balmain’s savoir-faire and modern pulse.It opens with a flash of neon-saturated, ripe strawberry. The vibrant fruit sparks ajoyful, optimistic energy, playfully contrasting the spicy pepper notes of baies rose.Rosy notes of peony reveal unexpected creamy lychee facets. The fragrance’sfloralcy deepens with a lily accord. Its delicate green note and the intense spice ofakigalawood come together, intermingling with a sandalwood accord and smoothpatchouli for a radiant woody effect. The brilliant, musky second-skin scent ofAmbrexolide grounds the composition in an irresistible, and unforgettable, sensualwarmth.’Nicola: Aime Parfum de Peau (from The French Pharmacy)‘Creamy santal mixes with white musk and ambroxan – a renewable molecule withwoody, amber notes that assists in extending the perfume’s scent profile. With aroll-on application based on jojoba oil, Parfum de Peau inspires an intimate gestureof loving self-care. How to use: Apply a small amount of Parfum de Peau to pulse-points on the body, allowing for development of the scent with your own naturalchemistry – on wrists, inner arms, the neckline and just behind the ears.’Suzy: RNDL Circus‘Life never stands still. It twists and turns, dazzles and delights. Circus embracesthe spectacle. Vibrant, unexpected, and a little bit crazy, yet always in control. Forthe days that feel like a performance and the nights you steal the spotlight. Createdalongside Mathieu Maneuvrier, one of the most talented perfumers working today.Top notes: peach, cherry, strawberry.Heart notes: tobacco, maté, smoke, Greek saffron.Base notes: musk, amber, gourmand, cypress, cedarwood.’Nicola: Nuxe Huile prodigieuse® Multi-Purpose Dry Oil‘The irresistible scent of sunshine and warm sand of this oil with an inimitable drytouch will infuse your skin with radiant sensuality. Enjoy its subtle and envelopingscent on your skin and hair. Its unique blend of seven precious botanical oils(Argan, Sweet Almond, Macadamia, Hazelnut, Borage, Tsubaki, Camelia) andVitamin E will moisturise, nourish, repair and beautify the face, body and hair. Itsaddictive scent of Magnolia, Orange Blossom and Vanilla and unique dry oil texturepromise a truly Prodigious experience.Suzy: Miller Harris Tea Tonique extrait‘Tea Tonique Extrait pays homage to the olfactive artistry of the original eau deparfum, amplifying its beloved character into a richer, more immersive expression.A study of infusion and tea in its many guises, dis1lled for longer and drawn deeper,where brightness is intensified and lightness gains textured depth. Time andpatience allow each note to unfold slowly and completely.The fragrance opens with the unmistakable sparkle of Calabrian bergamot but here,the rind of the fruit heightened. The citrus oil feels more vivid, more tactile, asthough the peel itself has been pressed between fingertips. As the citrus radianceexpands, a softer dimension begins to unfurl. Peach blossom reveals, supple andskin-like, like ripe peach warmed by the sun: luminous, velvety, quietly addictive.Cool and sweet nutmeg threads through the fragrance with amplified presence, itsspice drawn out and lingering longer on skin.At the heart remains the clarity of freshly brewed tea, while mate takes on a moreinvigorating intensity. Jasmine and a whisper of violet lend a delicate, powderyelegance that softens the composition without dimming its light. As the fragrancesettles, light woods, smoky birch and comforting musk anchor the radiance,evoking the earth beneath the tea bushes and grounding the freshness…’

We’re rhapsodising about some of the incredible fragrances we’ve got ournoses on lately (and beautiful new stores we’ve discovered while out andabout) in this episode – so jam-packed with perfumes we’re telling each otherabout that we’ll have to do a Part Two to fit them all in. What can we say? It’sbeen SUCH a busy time for launches and exciting newness in the fragranceworld. Indeed, during the recording of this episode, Nicola got so excited bySuzy’s descriptions of a new (and affordable!) niche brand that she purchasedtheir discovery set to try for herself.Which of these would you want to try first, we wonder...?Torti Massi Miliano(57 Brewer Street)‘Massimiliano Torti was born in Florence in 1975, and his early passion forperfumery exposed him to the leading scents of the ’80s and ’90s. Torti hasrevolutionised perfumery by stepping away from conventional training to focuson monophonic essences, capturing the intrinsic purity of raw materials. Hecollaborated with experts in tea, chocolate, and essential oils and opened alaboratory in the heart of Umbria, to create his unique fragrances. Operatingexclusively from his workshop, Torti’s work is a testament to authenticcraftsmanship, where every product is meticulously handcrafted with aprofound commitment to quality.’Atelier Rebul Golden HourBy perfumer Pascal Gaurin‘Inspired by Istanbul's most enchanting moment, Istanbul Golden Hour Eau deParfum transforms that magical time when the sun nears thehorizon—wrapping the city in a golden-hued glow—into a captivating olfactoryexperience.Top Notes: The fragrance opens with a bright and fresh touch of pear andneroli, evoking the exact moment the light begins to soften.Heart Notes: At its heart, jasmine and toasted coconut reflect the warm,inviting tones of the Golden Hour.Base Notes: Deep notes of amber accord, labdanum, and vanilla add depth,leaving a long-lasting and elegant trail on the skin.’Idiom Fragrances‘Elevated, single-minded fragrances. Designed for layering. 7 fragrances.127combinations. One you. Wear your way.’All 30ml eau de parfum are £38. Suzy got:Idiom Acoustic Rose‘Rose centre stage. A timeless, modern, universal rose. It begins bright, floral,moves through notes of juicy apricot and osmanthus before revealing deepernotes that softly hum with spice, earth, and tobacco. It’s rose in all itsblooming glory.Solo: A warm, juicy, skin-close floralLayer: Adds rose-toned refinement and polish.’Idiom Pepper SolsticeA warm pulse of black and pink pepper. It’s a sun-setting, compulsive burst ofvelvet spice and rounded radiance. The scent of good times.Solo: A soft, spiced skin scent. Skin on skin.Layer: Adds a unique, spiced lift to any fragrance.We wanted to capture the soul of pepper — a fragrant still-life of the mostfamous spice in the world. We sourced black pepper oil from Madagascar, aspicy but bright, citrus-laced and rounded variety that brings initial lift and asparkle of heat.Pink pepper notes add a softer pulse — fruitier, almost rosy. Then come theunexpected layers: cedarwood for dry, grounded warmth, and turmeric leafthat deepens the pepper, adding golden spice, body and a hint of zest.Together they create a pepper fragrance that’s warm, sumptuous and whollyunique.’(Suzy wants to get the Palo Santo and 3D Amplifier AND the Vetiver Aceand Bergamot Hi Fi as well!)Idiom Fragrances also do a Discovery Kit of all seven fragrances for £35,which is the best way to try the layering experience.Arkive The Bright Side‘Introducing The Brightside, a fragrance that encapsulates wanderlust and thespirit of adventure. The scent opens with zesty basil, lime, and bergamot,bringing a bright and herbal freshness. Floral notes of frangipani, night-blooming jasmine and orris linger at the heart, while grounding vetiver,angelica root and cedarwood add warmth and sophistication. The Brightside isyour passport to unforgettable memories. The Brightside has been createdwith AromaWellness™️ technology, scientifically proven to uplift, energise andincrease positivity.’Olfiction Lab Editions: IconicBy Pia Long‘A floral bouquet inspired by the idealised memory of a luxurious 80s facecream and cosmetics. Orris and rose de mai form the centre of thissentimental creation, bringing powdery softness, whilst neroli and tuberoseimpart freshness and natural complexity.A previous version of ICONIC, designed specifically for skincare applications,was exhibited in Unveiling the Essence: A Journey into Perfumery Formulas atthe Institute of Art and Olfaction in 2025. The formula has been modified toperform as perfume.’Ormonde Jayne Four Corners of the Earth Reimagined PatchouliBy Céline RipertHEAD: Pink pepper, cardamom, lemon, saffronHEART: Cedarwood, amber, cashmeran, akigalawoodSOUL: Patchouli, ambroxan, musk, sandalwood‘A scent carved from shadow and stone. A patchouli not bound by tradition butreimagined.Earthbound velvet, aged in the roots of forgotten forests. Patchouli rises bold,sacred and unyielding, wrapped in the ancient hush of cedar groves balancedwith the breath of the mountain - raw and refined.’Marc-Antoine Barrois B87.135 extraitBy Quentin Bisch(Harrods exclusive)‘Here, an evolution on the first perfume from the House – B683 – receives apowerful update by way of the B87.135 extrait de parfum, celebrating thearrival of the perfumer at Harrods and the opulence of One Thousand andOne Nights. The fragrance comes to life with a woody, spicy and amber profilethat evokes the scented treasures of a souk.’Top notes: pink peppercorn, ambrette seeds, myrrhHeart notes : saffron, rose oil, iris butterBase notes: cedarwood, patchouli, vetiver, Georgywood’[Georgywood is a synthetic aroma molecule developed by Givaudan thatprovides a vibrant, clean, and intense woody-ambery scent to perfumes. Adurable base note, often resembling cedarwood, sandalwood, or agarwood(oudh), to create modern, long-lasting fragrances with, in some cases, slightfruity or spicy facets.]

From a listener’s mystery novel set in a perfume shop, refillable candles, a handsome man holding a bouquet by a fireside and where to find vintage fragrance posters - this episode is a veritably bulging postbag of perfume-matching pondering!Kathy (aka Kat LaGue) is a long-time listener and author of two ‘cosy mystery’ novels set in a fictional perfume shop of her hometown, Baltimore, Maryland. You can read all about her work here: https://katlague.comWith her first ever signing event happening in May, Kathy ‘thought it might be fun to bring a bit of the shop experience to the table by offering pre-sprayed blotters for people to sniff.’ For the first book she wanted a leathery/rose Chypre; for the second, the smell of a ‘kouign-amann, the glorious Breton butter cake. I’d love to find a fragrance, or even a layering combination, that evokes caramelized sugar, rich butter, and just a hint of salt.’We suggested…For the leathery rose Chypre:Angela Flanders Leather Rosa‘Inspired by the soft and sensual quality of leather with its naturally dry aroma, yet warm skin like touch. Leather Rosa is a new dark rose scent, deep and bewitching in nature, cherished rosa damascena, but dressed this time in a coat of the finest vintage leather.Sophisticated and elegant notes of exotic agar wood and smoky oudh add a leathery tobacco accord, while the warmth of amber makes an appearance in the base of this sensuous combination cherishing a heart of rosa damascena and a sweet top note of rose du mai and raspberry.’Hermès Kelly Calèche‘Kelly Caleche is a nod to two iconic Hermès objects: the Kelly bag and the caleche, a horse-drawn carriage and the House's signature. Kelly Caleche was created in 2007 by perfumer Jean-Claude Ellena. This "perfume exuding leather and flowers, as light as an angel's wing" is dedicated to women who exhibit free-spirited elegance and whose unisex equestrian style refuses to take itself too seriously.A floral and leathery fragrance, Kelly Caleche Eau de Parfum combines the opulent notes of rose with powdery mimosa, along with the enveloping character of benzoin.’For the second book:Maison Margiela Afternoon Delight‘Afternoon Delight captures a moment of self-indulgence, transporting you to a Parisian café where the uplifting aroma of warm madeleines fills the air. This sweet yet light, ambery gourmand fragrance evokes moments of joyful escapism.At the heart of the fragrance is a Madeleine accord, evoking Afternoon Delight perfume’s sense of comfort and conjuring a moment of “me time,” where the quotidian fades away. This blends with the creamy and woody notes of sandalwood, while the deliciousness of Madagascan vanilla pod lingers in the fragrance. These notes all capture the memory of an enveloping moment for oneself.’Frassäi Blondine‘Once upon a time, in a faraway land, a fair and gentle princess grows up beloved by her father, surrounded by precious jewels, exotic fruits and mouthwatering dainties. When left behind in an enchanted forest by a deceitful coachman, BLONDINE is captivated by the most beautiful flowers she has ever seen. Rejoicing in their profusion and delighting in their perfume, she commences to fill her hat and pockets with them, until she finds herself farther and farther away from home. A fragrant tale of alluring florals, decadent sweets, and enigmatic musks, where courage and hope are the key to living happily ever after; here Blondine’s story begins.Green mandarin, pear leaves, salted butter caramel, tiger lily, ashok flower, cocoa, castoreum, blond musks, and tonka beans.’Kylie Cosmetics Caramel Cloud Hair &amp; Body Mist‘Caramel Cloud is a warm, ambery gourmand hair and body mist that envelops the senses with a smooth, buttery fragrance profile. The scent opens with rich notes of almond and pistachio butter, creating a nutty foundation that melts into a heart of caramel and brown sugar accords for a toasted, sweet character. At the base, soft musk and pure vanilla extract leave a delicious, cloud-like finish on both skin and hair.’(Layered with…)Demeter Fragrance Library Pretzel (available in Cologne, Bath &amp; Body Oil, Body Lotion, Perfume Oil)‘Savour the iconic aroma of a New York Style Warm Pretzel. This fragrance captures the essence of freshly baked dough, lightly salted and perfectly warm, creating a scent that is both comforting and nostalgic. This fragrance will transport you to the bustling streets of New York City.’Penhaligon’s Changing Constance‘Constance is what one might call A Very Modern Woman. She has no regard for custom, and does exactly as she likes. Cool cardamom, hot pimento, salted caramel - her contrary perfume breaks every rule.Key notes: cardamom, salted butter, caramel, tobacco.’PHLUR Caramel Skin Body Mist‘Decadent, deep and full of warmth. Caramel Skin is a deliciously sweet sensation that sparks desire, with refined sophistication and bold attitude. The dance between spun caramel, brown sugar and vanilla provide an indulgent and tantalizing taste. Bergamot adds brightness, while creamy sandalwood and musk elevate the fragrance into a confident and sensual symphony. Caramel Skin Body Mist is sweet, sexy and simply irresistible.’For B.O’Riodan, who’s ‘rying to be a more discerning shopper’ and wants to find fragrance candles where you can buy a refill separately, we recommend…Lords Fragrance House Candle Refills‘A new harder vegetable stearin wax formulation that allows us to make refills to slot into your pots! Available in 3 scents, Positano, Yellowstone and Oxfordshire. These fit our classic 1 wick vessel and our ceramic stripe vessel.’TOLD London Candle Refills‘This refill is hand-poured in the UK with 100% natural wax for a clean, long-lasting burn. Designed to refresh your Told London illustrated porcelain vessel, it delivers the same fine scent while reducing waste.’The Constant Candle Company (the one that Nicola promised she'd mention in the notes)"Constant Candle supplies everything you need to create a new candle sustainably - direct to your door. Pre-fragranced luxury eco-friendly candle wax to heat and pour into a candle holder of your choice, cotton wick plus a wooden wick holder together with instructions and videos."Also try: finding a candle-making workshop near you. Many of them ask that you bring your own vessels to be filled!Rachel Cooke loves wearing men’s fragrances, but is looking for something pretty specific, scent-wise. Namely, one that smells like ‘a sexy bearded man in a suit that’s smells typically masculine but he’s holding a beautiful bunch of fragrant flowers but also in front of an open a fire!!’We thought these might night the spot…Floris Leather Oud‘Leather Oud has an opulent, deep sensual note of rich earthy vetiver and warm amber that combines beautifully with rose and sandalwood. Leather Oud has an opulent, deep sensual note of rich earthy vetiver and warm amber that combines beautifully with rose and sandalwood.Top notes: bergamot, leatherHeart notes: carnation, geranium, oudh, patchouliBase notes: oudh, vetiver, woody amber.’Penhaligon’s The Cut‘Penhaligon's The Cut Eau de Parfum is a refined blend of spices and woods. Opening with an energetic twist of saffron, nutmeg, and coriander, the fragrance is stitched together with remarkable precision, offering a bold yet refined first impression.The heart unfolds with cistus labdanum, rose, and incense, creating a smoky, resinous warmth softened by a floral undertone. This sophisticated harmony evokes the swagger of Savile Row, where clary sage strides confidently, followed by lavender’s dignified applause.In the base, patchouli, cedarwood atlas, and sandalwood deliver a deep, grounding finish. The result is a long-lasting fragrance of elegance and character, perfectly suited to both men and women who appreciate classic craftsmanship with a modern twist.Parfums de Marly Layton‘Layton blends juicy apple with calming lavender, wrapped in the earthy depth of patchouli. Elegant, sensual and flamboyant.Top Notes: apple, bergamot, cardamomHeart Notes: lavender, violet, geraniumBase Notes: patchouli, vanilla, guaic wood,praline.’Horace Oud Rose‘Oud Rose is refined yet extravagant, like wearing a leopard-print tuxedo to the opera. Geranium Rose and Rosemary offer a vibrant aromatic freshness. At the heart, a sensual, freshly cut Rose blends with a deep Patchouli. Finally, Oud, Cypriol and Sandalwood create a mysterious intensity.’Anforh Sorn‘Smoky, leathery, and floral with a deep amber resonance. Sorn is the most ornate and expressive of the three Anforh fragrances: indulgent but refined, modern yet vintage in structure.From the Scots word “sorn” (to linger by charm or persuasion), Sorn is a fragrance of memory and atmosphere. It captures the sense of what remains - the warmth in the air, the trace on the fabric, the echo of an evening.Top notes: pimento berry (allspice), clove bud, bergamotHeart notes:...

How do you discover which fragrances evoke your personality, or find those perfumes that portray the character you’d like to be, rather than how you happen to feel that day? In this episode we reply to a listener’s email asking for help finding her perfect perfume(s), and discuss how we went about discovering our own perfume identities.Then, we answer another listener’s question about scenting a wedding (including how to find fragrances evoking the evening, and the practicalities of perfuming an event)…We suggested Jennifer tries:The Raconteur Ms Macadamia: ‘A scent for those who value their independence and always leave room for a delicious slice of adventure. Go nuts!’ The powdery orris in this feels creamy with the macadamia, the prettiness of peach bolstered by grounding vetiver and vanilla. We love the poem that accompanies it!‘Not here for likes, not here for follows Chasing the sun, not shadows to follow Built for love, she can’t help herself Not trying to be anyone—just herself Got a big heart, she’s street smart She knows the rules, but tears them apart Backs herself, always has a go Has the scars from letting go Looks to the stars for signs from above Knows that longing is part of love Always find her on the dance floor Always know, she backs up for more! Fear doesn’t faze her, it just rusts Some say she’s crazy... maybe even, ...nuts.’Vyrao Ludatrix: ‘Naughty notes of lipstick and latex entwine with powdery rose, energising sichuan pepper and courage-enhancing orris to cast Ludatrix’s enticing and empowered spell. Tantalising ambrette for igniting arousal is layered with voluptuous cedarwood, sandalwood and olibanum for positivity and protection, while a potent blend of ambrox and musk sparks sensuality. Bold and boundless desire, bottled.’Goutal Tenue de Soirée: A glorious waxy, lipstick powder scent paired with leather, creating an intimate boudoir-rescue cosmetic aroma. While it doesn’t include tuberose, it does use rose, iris and patchouli with a soft white musk, exuding beauty and inner-strength.Byredo Rose of No Man’s Land: ‘The fragrance embodies the quiet power that comes from acts of kindness, with the delicate Rosa Damascena at its heart, enhanced by the bright freshness of Pink Pepper and Turkish Rose Petals. A lush blend of Raspberry Blossom and Turkish Rose Absolute creates a rich floral depth, while a base of Amber and Papyrus adds warmth and complexity. This fragrance captures grace, inner strength, and the enduring spirit of empathy.’Hauto by Jeroboam (Extrait de Parfum): A potent extrait that beautifully blends a mix of intense white florals with a very powdery, almost "bubblegummy" lipstick feel, and is incredibly long-lasting without being overwhelming. It also has something of a steelier / silvery backbone.Floris Tuberose in Silk (Eau de Parfum): This one specifically combines tuberose with powdery iris and orange blossom top notes, giving it a sophisticated and slightly vintage makeup scent vibe but still with an effortlessly modern feel.Nishane Tuberóza X: ‘Entrusted to the talent of Master Perfumer Dominique Ropion, this interpretation of Nishane's iconic white floral pays homage to the captivating scent of tuberose blossoms swaying under a starry sky. Built around an exquisite Indian Tuberose Absolute from the Laboratoires Monique Rémy, Tuberóza X is more vegetal than its older version, its greenness here tinged with a bright Violet accord while the sultry character of this supreme flower remains boldened by fruity and narcotic accents of Ylang-Ylang.’Em @truckstrailsandfails wants to scent her wedding with fragrances that imbue her personality and can evoke the evening itself.We suggest:Having scented candles / diffusers to fragrance the venue and set a scented theme for your wedding which guests will always remember.Name tables after your favourite fragrances and have themed decor / floral displays on each, or simply have that scent on a display as the table’s central focus, with decants or mini samples of the scent for guests to take away.Purchase mini ceramic discs from a craft shop, having ribbons printed with your names &amp; the date of the wedding, and having them on place settings or piled near the perfume display. Then, inviting guests to spray their discs with a chosen scent to remind them of the celebrations.So - do you think you’ve found YOUR ‘perfume personality yet, or does it change all the time? And how would you want to scent your wedding or a big event? Let us know via DMs @onthescentpodcast on Instagram!

We’re counting down the days until you can get hold of your very own On The ScentMagazine – in print and online – when it launches on April 14 th . In this week’sepisode we welcome guest Jo Fairley, who explains why the magazine was soimportant to launch, what you can expect to read in the first issue, and why fragranceis continuing to absolutely bloom and blossom.Jo also talks about some of the fragrances she’s been most excited by, recently,mentioning...Schiaparelli ShockingEssential ParfumsBienaimeGivenchy London ConfidentialFouquet Collection (Eight &amp;amp; Bob)For all the latest news on our magazine and forthcoming events, follow us@onthescentmediaYou’ll be able to order your magazines from www.onthescentmedia.com – sign upnow to join our mailing list!

Immersive perfume spaces are popping up all over the place lately, and Soace NK recently invited people to step into an olfactive art gallery, featuring some of the hottest new fragrance launches around. Here’s what we tried (and loved the most)…Space NK’s Granary Square Kings Cross pop up promised you could ‘Step into our immersive fragrance gallery and get creative with scent. Delve into masterpieces by Phlur, Glossier and more, and learn how to express yourself through scent. You'll take on the role of both curator and artist as you move through the space, before leaving with an exclusive goodie bag*.’We smelled:DedCool Mineral Milk‘This dreamy perfume combines notes of coastal lavender, ocean air, marine salt, amber milk, Virginia cedar and Australian sandalwood. The result is a subtle scent that can be worn on its own or used as a base to layer other perfumes. It can be described as a fragrance that smells like skin, only better.’Escentric Molecules 01 + Champaca‘This modern scent offers a rich, floral journey, as elements of sweet jasmine entwine with orange flowers, and the earthiness of tea. Designed to unfold over time, it dries down to reveal enduringly soft and creamy trails.As part of the brand’s extraordinary M+ line, Escentric Molecules M+ Champaca has the super aroma Iso E Super as its base. This velvety, warm fragrance enhancer delivers gentle hints of vanilla and musk, and brings out the olfactory beauty of other aromas. Here, it’s blended with champaca to showcase the Indian bloom’s honeyed, floral charm.’Glossier You Soie‘Find a truly unique signature scent with Glossier You Soie Eau de Parfum, a sensual, floral personal fragrance that smells different on every wearer. This personal fragrance is designed to be fresh and genderless.Long lasting and refined, the You Soie fragrance opens with a top note of bergamot. At its heart are notes of rice milk, jasmine and tiare water. The base is warm and musky thanks to a base note of ambrox.’Parfums de Marly Delina (&amp; flankers)Delina Exclusif: “This enchanting floral parfum offers a deeper, richer and more sensual interpretation of the original Delina scent, layering fruit, rose and woods.This highly wearable fragrance opens with bright and fruity notes of pear, lychee and grapefruit, followed by a heart of Damascena rose, incense and vetiver that adds a floral depth with a hint of smoke. A soft base of vanilla, musk and evernyl rounds out the scent with smooth warmth.’Phlur Honey Moon‘Calm the mood with PHLUR Honey Moon Eau de Parfum, an eau de parfum inspired by gentle renewal and slow transformation. This floral fragrance unfolds with a warm, grounded character that feels softly expressive and quietly assured.The opening blends mandarin and lavender, bringing light citrus notes balanced by aromatic freshness. At the heart, orange blossom and Manuka honey add smooth, nectar-like warmth, enriched by saffron for subtle depth. These notes create a rounded, comforting presence. As the scent settles, tonka, vanilla bean and sandalwood form a mellow base with lingering warmth.’Kayali Sweet Peach / Plush PearSweet Peach: ‘The fragrance starts with a burst of juicy peach, crisp red apple and citrussy bergamot before flowing into a core of creamy frangipani and other floral notes. A complex base of earthy, woody and gourmand aromas rounds off this long-lasting perfume.’Plush Pear: ‘Calm the mood with PHLUR Honey Moon Eau de Parfum, an eau de parfum inspired by gentle renewal and slow transformation. This floral fragrance unfolds with a warm, grounded character that feels softly expressive and quietly assured.The opening blends mandarin and lavender, bringing light citrus notes balanced by aromatic freshness. At the heart, orange blossom and Manuka honey add smooth, nectar-like warmth, enriched by saffron for subtle depth. These notes create a rounded, comforting presence. As the scent settles, tonka, vanilla bean and sandalwood form a mellow base with lingering warmth.’Ellis Brooklyn Isla Sirena‘fragrance inspired by a sunlight escape and island warmth.Top notes of Blue Java banana, creamy papaya, sea salt and lime bring a fresh, lightly fruity opening. At the heart, coconut water and vanilla orchid soften the profile along with ginger flower for gentle warmth. These notes give the EDP a smooth, sun-warmed character. The base settles into vetiver, brown sugar and teak wood, adding depth and lasting warmth.’

In some Middle Eastern cultures, people layer up to SEVEN fragrances at a time. Sometimes many more! Never be afraid to play with perfume. (The wonderful thing about fragrance is there is no right or wrong: if you like something, then it’s right. If you don’t, you can wash it off. It’s not a tattoo after all.)One listener recently wrote in with a specific question about layering options throughout the day (and into the evening); but before we get to that, we go back to basics and tell you ALL the things you need to know about layering (without overwhelming yourself or others!) in an easy how-to guide…First: Decide what you are layering for. To make a scent last longer? Or so you can add more nuance / alter an aspect you’re not as fond of (eg you want to make it sweeter, or cut through the sweetness)? Or perhaps to carry a daytime scent through to more a sultry evening vibe?The best way to begin layering is to practice with an existing fragrance you wish had more oomph: Start by selecting a scent you like a lot but wish could last even longer / add more character to.Then, before you spray a single drop…Moisturise, moisturise, moisturise! Particularly in warmer climates. Nothing makes fragrance disappear more quickly than dry skin. Try using a matching body lotion or oil to your fragrance (many have matching products like shower gels as well – the more layers of the scent the better!) Aroma molecules evaporate far slower on well-hydrated skin.For the truly devoted, layering with matching scented body products can create a beautifully nuanced aroma.Try also spraying the scent into your hair, so it wafts around you all day. Hair doesn’t heat up as much as skin, and will absorb the smell more deeply. It also billows beguiling around you all day if you have longer hair. Do a patch test, first, to ensure the fragrance doesn’t discolour your hair (spray on a tissue to be sure!) Be on the lookout for matching hair mists to your favourite perfume - increasing numbers of brands do these, now.Next: add a body mist (again, a huge number of fragrance houses releasing these versions of beloved favourites).Now: Spray your fragrance. This can be done immediately or, if you just want the subtlety of the mist to breathe on its own for the morning, you can carry a travel bottle or decant of an eau de toilette or eau de parfum to top up layer in the day.Suzy’s top tip is to spray a scarf (or jacket lining) with your chosen scent, as fragrance lasts way longer on fabric (like hair, it’s more porous and doesn’t heat up as much as skin, the aroma molecules don’t evaporate as quickly).If you’re wanting to increase the longevity of a perfume that’s proving to be annoyingly fleeting, you may also add an ‘amplifier’ or fragrance booster. Several of these are available, but some of the best known ones are:Escentric Molecules Molecule 01: Primarily Iso E Super, which gives a velvety, cedarwood skin-like scent that boosts longevity and creates a personal musky aroma.Juliette Has a Gun Not a Perfume: A minimalist scent featuring cetalox, making it a popular choice for adding a cleaner, soft white musky enhancement. DS&amp;DURGA I Don’t Know WhatA unique fragrance enhancer that acts as a "molecular primer" to boost, lengthen, and add depth to other scents with notes of bergamot, Iso E Super, vetiver, and civetoneEllis Brooklyn Iso Gamma Super: A "green chemistry" synthetic booster that acts similarly to enhance woody and amber notes. Glossier YouClive Christian E Cashmere MuskIf you’re wanting to change the character of a scent or add depth to it, consider these options…If it’s too sweet:Look for another scent in your collection (or to add one) that has dominant citrus notes like bergamot, neroli, mandarin, lemon, lime or ‘green’ notes such as galbanum, tomato or violet leaf, green tea, marine/aquatic accords (synthetic recreations of sea-like, watery smells) and aldehydes (often described as being like Champagne bubbles).To soften more aggressive scent:Vanilla and tonka bean can ’round’ a perfume, making it swoon on your skin (and addictive to smell), as can touches of synthetic notes described as ‘caramel’ or ‘dulce de leche’, ripe fruits, chocolate or even candy floss. For a smoother, woodier sheen to a scent, add a sandalwood-rich or cashmere/powdery scent on top. These notes feel cocooning, adding a layer of soft comfort to spikier ingredients.If you want to add several layers of differing scents - build your bespoke scent as a perfumer would a formula: from the base (heavier notes like resins, woods and strong spices) through florals / fruity notes, to top (lighter) notes like citrus / grassy / green aromas.Try to add less than you think you need, as adding more is always easier than taking away, and a little of these can go a long way!Layering from day to evening:Consider boosting the base notes of the scent you’re wearing – these tend to be the last to linger on your skin, being made of heavier molecules, and are likely to include ingredients such as patchouli, labdanum, olibanum, vetiver, woods or musk. Or pick out a spicy note for extra sizzle!Also think about investing in a stronger version of your scent – an eau de parfum, if you use the eau de toilette; or an extrait or pure parfum if you have the edp. Do try these on skin first (separately) though, as often these intensified versions add other ‘guest’ ingredients, rather than just being stringer. Also be aware pure parfum / perfume oils / attars while lasting longer on skin, tend not to project as much - so they’re more intimate and others have to be in close proximity to smell them on you.Now, on to our listener question…Nancy Lichtman asked:Hello Suzy and Nicola! Thanks for your lovely and fragrant weekly distractions from the grind of daily life.I would love to hear suggestions and ideas for day to night fragrances or better yet, fragrance layering. Here’s what I mean: every year I attend a three-day conference (military expo) for work. I spend all day meeting people, making connections for future articles for the magazine I edit, and podcasting from the convention center floor. So I’m in close quarters and don’t want to overwhelm everyone with my perfume. On the second night there’s a black-tie gala but I’m always in a rush to get ready.So I’ve been trying to think of day to night layering. The only thing I came up with was Jo Malone London Poppy &amp; Barley for day with Jo Malone London Scarlett Poppy for the gala.I’d love to hear both of your thoughts on this.Again, thank you for what you do!!Nancy L.xSuzy seems to recall Nancy once had a request for a dazzling / golden smelling scent for a special occasion, and that she prescribed Goldfield &amp; Banks Ingenious Ginger. That has notes of:So, taking that as an example, you could wear…In the morning:A citrus fresh shower gel / body lotionA sparkling citrusy body mistThroughout the day:An eau de Cologne in a travel mist you could top up as needed. Or, Escentric Molecules 01 + Mandarin.Then in the evening:spray a vial / decant of your Goldfield &amp; Banks Ingenious Ginger.The citrus / mandarin links both fragrances so wouldn’t smell muddled, and the ISO E Super would meld everything together and enhance both the body mist or Cologne, and the edp you spray in the evening.If you wanted to do the Jo Malone London Poppy &amp; Barley for the day, look at the notes:Top - BlackcurrantIntensely juicy and ripe, it gives a crisp edge to the fragrance.Heart - PoppyA colourful, floral note and adds a fresh and crispy facet

This week has been a curious mix of in-between weather: oddly misty days with some areas of the U.K. looking distinctly Dickensian as ‘pea-souper’ fogs rolled in, though spring sunshine tried to peek through. Other days it’s felt almost autumnal again - chilly enough to crave our cosier clothes (and fragrances!) again.After chatting through what we’ve been wearing in these confusing times, we take a look at some more questions listeners have sent in (through Instagram DMs @onthescentpodcast &amp; Facebook group comments), with requests including snuggly scents, two listeners desperately seeking replacements for discontinued perfumes they adored; and an _intensely_ personal memory-making fragrance.In this episode…What We’re Wearing:Suzy:Frederic Malle Contre-Jour‘Built against conventional patterns, this fragrance reveals a dazzling yet elusive trail that invites one to never be defined. The perfume echoes the spirit of the mediterranean wildflower ‘Everlasting Flower’, famed for its extraordinary longevity, a sunlit yellow bloom, contrasting with dark, untamable depths of its scent.Master perfumer Annick Ménardo drew from this inspiration to craft a fragrance that defies traditional olfactive structures. Notes of the Everlasting Flower unfurl a spicy, almond-tinged nature, dancing alongside an intense rose absolute, embracing its shadows and thorns. To imprint this manifesto on the skin, sandalwood oil offers a rhythm, amplifying the enigma of this creation. Captivated by the allure of contradictions, Annick Ménardo creates fragrances of a new era, for those who cherish their own mystery.Top notes: everlasting flowerMiddle notes: rose damascenaBase notes: sandalwood.’Jean-Charles Brosseau Ombré Rose eau de toilette‘A quiet morning unfolds in a sunlit Parisian salon. The air is filled with the soft rustle of silk and the gentle clink of porcelain teacups. A bouquet of fresh roses sits atop a lace-covered table, its scent mingling with the delicate aroma of peach and honey. The room exudes an air of timeless elegance, where every detail whispers of grace and refinement.’Connock Kukui‘Connock’s signature scent is an elegant, floriental fragrance inspired by the wild, natural beauty of the Hawaiian Islands.Kukui is built around the gardenia flower, complemented by fresh bergamot and a full bouquet of delicate floral notes including white jasmine, moroccan rose and calla lily. The fragrance is further enriched with base notes of sandalwood, amber, patchouli and musk.’Nicola:Bamford Woodland Moss‘A woody fragrance true to the elegant simplicity of its namesake. Earthy patchouli is balanced with aromatic notes of sage, angelica, and rose. Woodland Moss pays homage to the diverse and intimate landscape of English woods.’Nécessaire The Deodorant‘A woody fragrance true to the elegant simplicity of its namesake. Earthy patchouli is balanced with aromatic notes of sage, angelica, and rose. Woodland Moss pays homage to the diverse and intimate landscape of English woods.’Merit Retrospect‘A rich, nuanced scent that evolves throughout the day. Soft, clean notes open, followed by a subtle floral center before settling into a base of musk, vanilla, and moss for a warm, second-skin finish.’Listener Prescriptions:Aga7006 asked for ideas of warm, cosy perfumes for cold days.We suggested…Anillo Fig WhiskyFig Whisky Eau De Parfum opens with ripe fig and smoky rum, deepening into woods and amber for a fragrance that feels bold yet comfortingTop notes: fruity (fig)Middle notes: smoky (rum, patchouli, pepper)Base notes: woody (sandalwood, musk, amber.’Maison Louis Marie Vanille Infinie‘No.15 Vanille Infinie unfolds as a warm, luminous composition, soft vanilla layered with citron, sugared amber and cashmere oud for gentle resinous warmth. The Eau de Parfum evolves naturally on skin, shifting with your body heat to reveal a smooth, enveloping trail that feels both intimate and enduring.’Commodity Milk (Bold)‘Milk's warm notes of Marshmallow, Tonka Bean and Mahogany Wood emblazoned with the unexpected smoky depth of Firewood and Amber. A smoky, sweet and inviting scent to be worn with confidence.’Ellis Brooklyn Vanilla Milk‘Delicious yet sophisticated, faceted yet smooth, VANILLA MILK is a fragrance of paradoxes. VANILLA MILK eau de parfum uses two types of vanilla extracts, a touch of florals, delectable cocoa shell, rich amyris, and a creamy milk accord.Top: creamy milk accord, frangipani, peony roseHeart: bourbon vanilla bean, madagascar vanilla bean extract, upcycled cocoa shell extractDry Base: benzoin resinoid, amyris, sandalwood, musk.’Stelladoodle‘I've been seeking a reasonable facsimile of Tom Ford's discontinued SaharaNoir. Help!’[Sahara Noir (2013) is a discontinued, amber-woody fragrance inspired by the mystery of the Middle East. It was all about intense, dry frankincense, resinous labdanum, beeswax, and oud. It was often described as a smoky, golden, and balsamic aroma.We suggest…Amouage Royal Tobacco‘Royal Tobacco is a fragrant journey along the Tropic of Cancer from Oman to Cuba, connecting Royal Frankincense to Regal Tobacco. Interpreted by renowned perfumer Cecile Zarokian, a unique accord of Frankincense and Tobacco bursts alive in a novel and rich sensory experience.’Top notes: frankincense oil, elemi, cardamom, anise, basil, bergamotHeart notes: tobacco absolute, liquorice root, lavender, prunol, fenugreek, orange blossom, osmanthus, roseBase notes: frankincense resinoid, peru balsam, benzoin, labdanum, myrrh, birch tar, tonka bean, vanilla madagascar, vetiver, guaiac wood, oud assam, musks.’AKRO SMOKE‘SMOKE is our addictive tobacco fragrance.Tobacco is an ancient crop, which for centuries, has lured people in with its enticing aroma and powerful rituals. It’s the shared, flirtatious exchange of preparing a roll-up for someone, it’s the way the tobacco leaf crumbles between your fingers, the smell of flame hitting paper. SMOKE is the scent you’re not supposed to enjoy, but the one you can’t live without.’NOTESTOP: tobacco leavesMIDDLE: birchBASE: benzoin, tonka.’Boadicea the Victorious Tobacco SapphireThis glows with honeyed tobacco and shimmering oud, its smoky heart softened by magnolia, rose, and heliotrope. Spiced accents of cumin, coriander, mandarin, incense, and saffron ripple through resinous woods of benzoin, cistus, patchouli, and moss. Vanilla and musk lend a gilded warmth, while caramel, hay, and a trace of singed paper curl into the air - a golden haze of nostalgia and opulence.(Also try the Sonoma Studio Tabac Aurea mentioned last week!)jen.m.coyleAsked for ‘A replacement scent for original Tiffany's by Tiffany and Co. (Now discontinued)?’[The original Tiffany fragrance was launched in 1987, by François Demachy. The notes were: Top notes: black currant syrup and Italian mandarin, middle notes: violet leaf, lily of the valley, orange blossom, ylang ylang, iris, jasmine and Damascus rose. The base was: woody accords of sandalwood, vetiver, amber and vanilla.]We wondered if they’d tried…Diptyque L’Ombre Dans L’Eau eau de toilette‘A fragrance with pictorial qualities. The green of blackcurrant leaves mingles with the tart, fruity notes of blackcurrant buds and the floral intensity of rose.In L'Ombre dans l'Eau eau de toilette, a romantic painting comes to life - a summer slumber beneath a tree on a river bank.’Tocca Maya‘Maya is a thoughtfully indulgent manifestation of the divine feminine. In a warm floral of exquisite character, wild iris and Bulgarian rose find strength in blackcurrant, earthy patchouli and sandalwood.Florida bitter orange, sweet violet leaf, blackcurrant, Bulgarian rose, jasmine, wild iris, patchouli, sandalwood, and oakmoss.’Guerlain Chamade‘Dedicated to liberated women, this green ambery floral blends the fruity accents of blackcurrant buds with a dynamic hyacinth accord and galbanum on a vanilla base. A bold embodiment of freedom, both to be and to love.’Maison Margiela Replica On a Date‘Inspired by a magical date on a late summer’s evening overlooking the magnificent vineyards of Provence at sunset. It captures the sparkling and addictive fruitiness of ripe grapes soaked in warm sunshine, and the delicate yet decisive character of wild roses.’‘Britt Frank In Scents’ shared an incredibly personal story of loss and battling rare illness in her family. She sought ‘a fragrance that I could wear in memory of my extraordinary son and my father. Something that tells of the devastation of losing them but also the blessing and joy of having them in my life. Something that tells of the pride that I have in both of them for the mark they left on the world.’Suzy

With the world feeling a bit uncertain at the moment we wanted to talk about some of the fragrances that help us feel better.Here's what we mention:Acqua Di Parma Colonia Il Profumo Millesimato ‘To mark the 110th anniversary… Expertly distilled over 24 hours and delicately fractionated, the 2024 harvest of Ylang-Ylang from Nosy Be amplifies the vibrancy of the citruses and gives density and depth to the perfume. Italian bergamot, blood orange, petitgrain and grapefruit open the composition with a golden freshness, while rosemary, orange leaves absolute, patchouli, and vetiver give structure and sophistication to this citrus aromatic creation.’ Zara Jo Malone The Golden LullabyCreed Wild Vetiver‘Experience untamed elegance with Wild Vetiver, a composition sculpted by an unexpected harmony of timur berry, rose centifolia and noble vetiver.’(inspired by an English garden party wandering into the wild. Wild Vetiver is a fragrance off the beaten path, walking the line between precise refinement and nature. Born from noble roots yet spirited in its freedom, this sculpted composition reveals a vibrant tension between sophistication and wilderness. Opening with the spiced vibrancy of hand-harvested timur berry, the heart unfolds as rose centifolia rambles freely. At the base, vetiver casts a woody trail, grounding the composition with modern elegance. This is an enchanting journey through an aristocratic garden, where halcyon moments and the joy of missing out drift through the air.)Chloe Nomad Eau de Parfum NaturelJo Malone London English Pear &amp; Sweet Pea ‘Sun-warmed orchards spring to life as tempting green pears fill the branches. The luscious fruits enveloped in softly scented pastel sweet peas, nestled on a base of powdery white musk.’“I can't help but smile when I wear English Pear &amp; Sweet Pea. It's playful,subtle and instantly makes my day better.” – Lizzy JaggerJo Malone London English Pear &amp; Freesia(Georgia May Jagger wears): ‘Orchards steeped in golden sunshine, warming the russet curves of luscious pears. The sensuous freshness of the just-ripe fruit wrapped in elegant white freesias, enhanced with rose and rooted in patchouli.’“I love it because it’s classic and elegant. I feel I can reach for it every dayand wear it anywhere. It’s really timeless.”– Georgia May JaggerVilla BullogniaMaya Njie Aethi Opum ‘When the rain subsides, black pepper, aidan fruit and vanilla warm up the earth with the sun. Aromas of coffee, vetiver and leather stir with thiouraye (churai) incense over formations of stone.The ancient keeper of lore secretly adorns itself with bark and leaves, its presence seen only by the vultures circling the skies above.’Black Pepper, Wet Earth, Aidan Fruit, Thiouraye incense (Churai) Vetiver, Papyrus, Coffee, Iris, Suede, Frankincense, Vanilla, Leather.Ormonde Jayne Bijou Zafran‘Celestial, A Spell in a BottleSaffron, red gold on skin, trailing fire spun in silk, flares like a comet in slow motion.It's not perfume. It's a presence, a spell in a bottle, softly dangerous, strangely celestial.Every turn of the head feels choreographed by desire. It doesn't shout, it smoulders.Wear it when you want the world to lean in just a little closer.’HEAD: Saffron, PearHEART: Cypriol, Iris, BenzoinSOUL: Patchouli, Musk, Mineral Amber, Vanilla Bean, Leather AccordThameen Centre StageOlfactive O New Earth (Soon to be launched…) Green, earthy, petrichor: loamy, soaked soil after the rain, the sense of nature nurturing. Can’t wait to wear this!

This week we’re talking new London perfume destinations and prescribing scents that whisk you straight to the medina or wrap you in a sensuous tobacco haze.Suzy visited the brand-new @nishane.official boutique in London’s Mayfair, sharing why she’s so glad this Istanbul-born house has a home on Maddox Street.Just across town, Suzy explored the new @matierepremiereparfums store in Covent Garden, and why their single-ingredient focus feels so perfect to explore in person. Suzy was wrapped in @matierepremiereparfums Encens Suave Extrait, a smoky-syrupy incense that feels like velvet in candlelight.Then it’s on to your Perfume Prescriptions…Listener prescriptions!Katy Rosenbaum – “the good parts of a Moroccan souk”Katy asks for a fragrance that smells like the dreamy side of a Moroccan souk – oud, bakhoor, amber, saffron, orange blossom, incense and mint – but with no animalic growl or sweaty cumin.Suggested for Katy:@kayali Marrakesh in a Bottle Orange Blossom | 24 – sunlit orange blossom, shimmering spice, soft woods.@kayali Oudgasm Tobacco Oud – honeyed oud, spiced tobacco, praline-smoked warmth.Layering ideas:@emiratesprideperfumes Future Oud – inky-modern oud glow.@emiratesprideperfumes Future Bakhoor – smouldering bakhoor embers in perfume form.@27_87 Wandervogel – Moroccan mint, cool spice, wandering-soul musk.@sergelutens Fleur d’Oranger – narcotic orange blossom, honeyed white petals, shadowy spice.Scott / @blublazerguy’s picks:@contesdeparfums Marrakesh – sun-baked spices, warm skin, a whisper of cumin.@aesop Marrakech Intense – vivid souk spices, dust, dry woods.@marrakechimperial discovery set – a wardrobe of Marrakesh-inspired scents to mix and match your own souk.Layering @jomalonelondon White Jasmine &amp; Mint with Amber Labdanum – cool garden mint over golden, incense-warmed amber.Memoirs of a Perfumer Collector – A Night in Marrakesh – inky sky, spiced markets, flickering lantern smoke.Question from Cardamomefille – sensual, feminine tobacco (pipe, not cigarette)Cardamomefille is seeking a sensual scent built around warm pipe tobacco, with a clearly feminine side rather than ashtray smoke…Suggested for Cardamomefille:@sergelutens Chergui – honeyed pipe tobacco, sun-baked hay, incense-swirled amber.@guerlain Tobacco Honey – golden honeyed tobacco, plush woods, cozy purr of warmth.@guerlain Absolus Allegoria Tabac Sahara – smoky desert tobacco, tart raspberry shimmer, ambergris glow.Sonoma Scent Studio Tabac Aurea – boozy cherry pipe tobacco, dry amber, leather and spice wrapped in vanilla.

Dipping deep into the postbag for this week’s episode, we’re celebrating the strength of one of our listeners, Amy, and rejoicing in the perfect perfume found for @amtstevens for her anniversary trip to Bruges. Aaron’s moved to Mexico City and is seeking scents to stand up to the heat, and Louise is looking for bone-dry forest smells to remind her of home in the peak of summer. Suzanne, meanwhile, is craving watercolour spring florals for a sense of hopefulness we could all do with right now...We reccommed:House of Bō AGUA DE SANTOSArquiste L’etrog AcquaLe Labo Bergamot 23Czech &amp; Speake AusoniaDiptyque Tam DaoDS&amp;DURGA Cowboy Grass:DS&amp;DURGA Brown FlowersByredo Mojave Ghost Xerjoff NaxosLords Fragrance House Pengelli Forest Ltd Edition 3 Wick CandleFloris Bluebell &amp; Hyacinth DiffuserFloris Cherry Blossom eau de parfumConnock VerdantTo the Fairest Élan Vital Nancy Meiland Lupin Meadow

In this week's episode we are prescribing some wonderful fragrances for you our On The Scent Family.From cuddly cashmeran to scents to conjure up warmer climates, there's something for everyone!

In this week’s episode of the podcast, we’re picking perfect perfumes for the cast of Emily in Paris (well, Rome when season 5 begins). As the show progresses we see all manner of complicated liaisons, along with a general theme of growth, glamour, ambition, &amp; escapism. Here’s how we’d scent it!Suzy suspects the fictional house of Muratorio in the show takes inspiration from Brunello Cucinelli. The designer set out to reinvent Italian luxury, marrying craft with conscience. Based in Solomeo, the restored Umbrian village now stands as the heart of his brand — a symbol of beauty, ethics, &amp; enduring craftsmanship.To properly scent the cashmere house of Muratori, Suzy chose: @brunellocucinelli_brand Pour FemmeA crisp Umbrian morning, bottled: citrus &amp; spice over creamy chestnut, woods &amp; musk atop a chicly paired-back but supremely soft cashmere embrace.Marcello MuratoriSuzy: @brunellocucinelli_brand Pour HommeBright spiced citrus evokes Umbrian countryside air, warming into woody, resinous, balsamic notes &amp; a handsomely smooth, amber-y dry down.Nicola: @acquadiparma Colonia EssenzaSparkling lemon, orange, bergamot and grapefruit over polished-wood woods; a vibrant, woody-citrus twist on the iconic Colonia – effortlessly elegant.EmilySuzy: @ormondejayne Gelsomino A Freddo Ambrosia ExtraitAn iconic Italian house showing its elegantly addictive side via cardamom &amp; lemon over jasmine enfleurage, black tea &amp; myrrh melting into sweet, creamy woods.Nicola: @cartier La Panthére eau de parfumUtterly confident &amp; chic: luminous gardenia wrapped in velvety musks &amp; chypre notes, a feline-floral aura with unmistakable poise.MindySuzy: @grittifragrances DuchessaDark cherry, bitter orange and saffron swirl with chocolate, jasmine &amp; brown sugar for a fun, more-ish gourmand radiating plush hedonism.Nicola: @thameen.london Centre StageA spotlit cabaret fantasy of orange blossom, lavender and cardamom, grounded by leather &amp; animalic nuances for a provocative trail.@ormondejayne SybariteFor the life &amp; soul of the party, pink and Timur peppers, hazelnut &amp; jasmine sashay over vanilla, labdanum, smoked woods &amp; musk, pulsing sensorially.AlfieSuzy: @gallivant.stories LondonUrbanite spring floral leather: rose, cucumber &amp; violet leaf over sandalwood, patchouli, cedar &amp; worn-leather nuances with a twinkle in its eye.Nicola: @experimentalperfumeclub Cardamom MossCool &amp; sizzling spices collide: ginger, turmeric, cardamom &amp; cinnamon on an Ambroxan/moss base, with salty woods, tobacco &amp; powdery musks.SylvieNicola: @maisonfranciskurkdjian Grand SoirAn amber evening glow: labdanum, lavandin &amp; cinnamon leaf melting into sumptuous amber-vanilla &amp; benzoin, dressed-up &amp; impeccably sensual.Suzy: @goutalparis Ninfeo Mio eau de toiletteA proudly Parisian take on Italy: juicy citrus &amp; green fig conjuring a lush, sunlit garden near Rome - leafy, sparkling &amp; transportive.

In this episode we're talking about the fragrances that are giving us joy at the moment.We also have some new brands to introduce you to, an amazing listener prescription and lots more.Here's what we mention:Ode Ona Carte BlancheChloe Atelier des Fleurs- Les PinsThis Works Own TimeSaville Row Private Collection:Bucula and TelaGuerlain Absolus Allegoria Tabac SaharaSabrina Carpenter Sweet Tooth Caramel DreamBeaufort London Vie et ArmisFantôme VassagoRubini Nuvolari

In this week's episode we're talking about a wonderful experience at Maison de Diptyque in celebration of their jazz club inspired fragrance Orpheon.We're also updating you on some fabulous new fragrance launches and we're answering a perfume prescription that gets Suzy thinking about bracing seaside walks in Cornwall.Finally we have the most powerful message to read out from a listener who is using Shalimar to empower her on protests.Here's what we mention during the episode:Diptyque OrphéonJo Malone Labdanum Amber Cologne IntenseFine Scents Joie de SannesAmouage RemainSarah Baker AtlanteRuth Mastenbroek MarlinPerfumer H SaltCoach Blueand of course Shalimar

In this week's episode we're leaning into the our nostalgia needs and exploring the wonderful world of vintage inspired fragrances.Here's what we discuss:@guerlain Shalimar L’Essence Eau de Parfum Intense“Shalimar celebrates its 100th anniversary. To mark this exceptional event, the Maison is revealing Shalimar L’Essence, a new intense variation which concentrates Shalimar’s distinctive codes: its quintessence. A homage to the timeless modernity, daring and seduction of Guerlain’s most famous scent for women.Delphine Jelk has added the precious Madagascan vanilla tincture stemming from Guerlain's ancestral know-how to the ethylvanillin found in Jacques Guerlain’s original formula, giving Shalimar a new intensity.Discreet and subtle, bergamot illuminates the floral heart which blends rose absolute with the powdery elegance of iris. Little by little, Shalimar’s amber note unfolds. Used in abundance, vanilla infuses it with new facets – smooth and woody with a hint of leather.”“To wear Shalimar is to let your senses take over.” - Jacques Guerlain@bienaime_1935 Vermeil @gather.fragrance &amp; @fioleukWe’ve previously talked about this one quite a lot, but you must also check out their gloriously evocative new fragrance…Bienaimé Vesprée @gather.fragrance &amp; @fioleuk“Vesprée captures the quiet, luminous moment between day and night. As the sun dips and the air cools, an elegant breeze of cardamom, bergamot and lavender unfurls - soft, serene, and full of anticipation.TOP NOTES Cardamom, Bergamot, Lavender, Carrot Seed, Celery SeedHEART NOTES Peru Balsam, Rose, Geranium, IrisBASE NOTES Vetiver, Benzoin, Vanilla, Cedarwood, Labdanum, Tonka Bean, SandalwoodThe fragrance opens with fresh spice and aromatic brightness before revealing a warm, resinous heart wrapped in iris and rose. As it settles, Vesprée becomes deeper and more textural, grounded in vetiver, benzoin and smooth woods. The result is a softly glowing, gender-fluid composition - equally comforting and refined, evoking the stillness and mystery of twilight.@jouissanceparfums La Bague d’O(1954 inspired) “Beguiling, intoxicating, romantic. A bruise-coloured bouquet.TOP:Steel Chains, Pink Pepper, Orange FleshMID: Geranium, Jasmine, Rose, VioletBASE: Amber, Animalic, Musk, Patchouli@discothequefragrances Baise Moi on the Dancefloor“Silky waters, crystal goblets and champagne bottles, iris sprigs, wild vines of jasmine, intertwined limbs and steamy handprints, a timeless ruse, a poet and a muse, an ocean of violets in bloom, “love is a reciprocal torture,” breathed through a cloud of powder.1979, PARISTOP — Violet Leaf, Cassis HEART — Orris, Jasmine BASE — Cashmere, Sandalwood.”@officine_universelle_buly Héliotrope du PérouThe “unique water-based fragrance, reveals a bouquet of white flowers stung with tonka beans and violet. Charismatic, she rolls like velvet on the skin, without ever imposing herself to excess.Heliotrope, leather, sandalwood, tonka, violet and ebony.”@naomigoodsir Iris Cendre @soliflore_store“fresh floral tone, led by bergamot, tangerine &amp; spices. A rich &amp; powdery heart of incense &amp; purple iris. Sensuality is enhanced by cistus, tobacco &amp; amber.” Lipstick, leather &amp; smoke.@jeroboamperfumes OriginoTop notes are Bergamot and Pink Pepper; middle notes are Juniper and Nutmeg; base notes are Sandalwood and White Musk.“Worn on bare skin, Origino speaks for itself. The Esperanto word for beginnings, Origino was invented by perfumer Vanina Muracciole and marks nothing less than a new beginning; the genesis of a completely new brand and the creation of a new olfactory universe. Whilst every Jeroboam perfume is based around a musky cocktail, each one is distinct, enticing and seductive and given that the great majority of modern perfumes have a musky base, the Jeroboam stable of unisex perfume extracts are all designed to have universal appeal. Origino has top notes of bergamot and pink peppercorn that give way to a heart of juniper and nutmeg which, in turn, gives way to a base composed of sandalwood and a blend of enigmatic musks.”@andreamaack Craft“Purifying aldehydes and smouldering incense recall the crystal-clear mystery of a frozen lake at nightfall. Glittering metallic notes promise salvation, grounded in the holy sacrament of ancient resin.Top notes: Aldehydes, IceHeart notes: Cold metal, Cedar Wood Base notes: Elemi, Patchouli.”@erisparfums Ma Bête @wild_iris_perfumerie“MA BÊTE (My Beast) caresses you with the suggestiveness of perfumed fur. A collision of the floral and the animal, MA BÊTE combines a regal Tunisian Neroli with spices and a 50 percent overdose of Antoine Lie's own animalic cocktail."Ma Bête is a fierce beast with raunchy elegance." – Antoine Lie (Perfumer)Available in 50 ml / 1.7 fl. oz. atomizer bottles at eau de parfum concentration.FRAGRANCE NOTESAldehydes, Tunisian Neroli, Indian NutmegIndian Cypriol, Honduran Styrax, Indian Jasmine SambacVirginia Cedarwood, Indonesian Patchouli, Synthetic Animalic Accord.”

We're back with more of your brilliant prescriptions.Here are the fragrances we recommend:Roos &amp; Roos GlobulusDS &amp; Durga Big Sur EucalyptusGrossmith’s Shem-el-NessimlwoodMolinard HabanitaLanvin ArpègeCoty L’aimantBienaimé Vermeil:@sergeslutens Fleurs d’Oranger@mizensir Solar Blossom@granadobrazil Citrus Brasilis

Happy New Year one and all.We wanted to start 2026 with a chat about our favourite and most worn fragrances of 2025 (the ones we didn't have space to talk about during On The Scent Live!)We hope you enjoy this first episode of the year.Loads of loveNicola and Suzy (both wearing Marc Antoine Barrois Tilia today naturally)

In this, the second part of our look back at On The Scent Live, we're reading out (and playing live) some of your AMAZING perfume prescriptions from the two events. As ever they were fantastically creative, emotional and in some cases utterly bonkers (which is what we love!)Here are the fragrances that we mention:@beaufortlondon Terror &amp; Magnificence@sergeslutens L’orpheline@tombstone_fragrances Sweet Coffin@nealsyardremedies Remedies to Roll Relaxation fragrance oilLavender &amp; frankincenseLayered with either…@rubini_profumi Nuvolari@mschf MSCHF Smells Like WD-40@fischersund ÚtilyktNo. 101 FragranceNo. 8 Fragrance(All 3 found in their Langdegi (Light) Discovery Set@bdkparfumsparis Rouge SmokingOrmonde Jayne Sybarite@thameen Centre Stage@jorumstudio Firewater@kajalperfumes Lamar Noir@jorumstudio Unspoken Gesture@vallense Source@ellakparfumsparis Rose de Pushkar@infiniment Coty Ambre Antique@millerharris L’Air de Rien@hunq_amsterdam 006 Boxer@andy_tauer L'Air du Desert Marocain@jouissanceparfums Les Cahiers Secrets@dsanddurga Portable Xmas Tree Candle@trudon Enchanted Night Holiday Collection 2025 - Fir 'Christmas Tree' Luxury Scented Candle.@edeniste Wellbeing layered with their Energy fragrance:@juliettehasagun Powder Love@adscenture Turkish DelightGri Gri Moko Mauri (available / sample @shymimosa)@fischersund 101@ostens Rose Oil Isparta@fredericmalles Portrait of a Lady@matierepremiere Radical Rose eau de parfum@officine_universelle_buly Eau Triple Damask Rose@xerjoff Rose Gold &amp; Amber Gold layering duo

Come and join us one and all for On The Scent Live. Whether you were there and want to relive the fun or you didn't manage to get a ticket and want to be part of it, we really hope you enjoy this bumper episode. You'll hear a combination of live recordings from both events and us reflecting on the scents we chose.Onto the events:Our wonderful helpers over both daysOn the Scent-ers Little Helpers:(Friday)William Borrell @vallensefragrancesAmanda Carr @wewearperfumeSharon Whiting @scentinelcomms(Saturday)Thomas @makingscentsmakesenseHester @peacock.vintageFRIDAY:****Nicola’s fragrances:1.&nbsp;Clive Christian E Cashmere MuskTop notes: Baies Rose, Sichuan Pepper, and Fresh Ginger.&nbsp;Heart notes: Fleuriste Fusion, Egyptian Jasmin, and Cashmeran.&nbsp;Base: Guaiacwood, Ambroxan, and Musks.2.&nbsp;Perfumer H Flower No.1A bouquet of white flowers to turn heads and capture the imagination. Tuberose (India), jasmine (Egypt), orange flower (Tunisia) and rose oil (Turkey) rest on a silken base of sandalwood, vanilla bourbon and white musk.3.&nbsp;Nest Hypnotic Ambergolden amber, Indian cardamom, dark woods, patchouli, incense, vanilla, and rose, Mirabelle plum oil.4.&nbsp;Frederic Malle Acne StudiosAldehydes, Rose, Peach, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Musk.5.&nbsp;Ormonde Jayne SybariteTop: Hazelnut, Timur, Pink Pepper and Pepper;&nbsp;middle&nbsp;notes are Vanilla, Butter, Orris, Jasmine and Rose;&nbsp;base&nbsp;notes are Vanilla Absolute, Woody Notes, Labdanum and Musk.****Suzy’s fragrances:1.Acqua di Parma BuongiornoTop notes: Lemon Essence, Spearmint Essence , Rosemary Essence , Codistillation Basil &amp; Petitgrain essencesHeart notes: Lavandin Essence , Mandarin Leaves Accord.&nbsp;Base notes: Cedarwood Leaves Essence, Amber Accord, White Musks2.ANFORH KistTop:&nbsp;Sandalwood, Blonde Woods, Havanalite (pressed-linen polish)Heart: Sandalwood, Laotian Benzoin Resinoid (aged 24 months; smoky and resinous), Vintage Paperback AccordBase: Texan Cedarwood (fresh-sawn timber warmth), Cypriol, Cashmeran3.Amouage LustreTop Notes:&nbsp;Cardamom, OrrisHeart Notes:&nbsp;Patchouli, Sandalwood, CedarwoodBase Notes:&nbsp;Benzoin, Labdanum, Vanilla, Cypriol, Styrax, Tonka Bean, Myrrh4.Guerlain Shalimar L’Essence“Delphine Jelk has added the precious Madagascan vanilla tincture stemming from Guerlain's ancestral know-how to the ethylvanillin found in Jacques Guerlain’s original formula, giving Shalimar a new intensity.Discreet and subtle, bergamot illuminates the floral heart which blends rose absolute with the powdery elegance of iris. Little by little, Shalimar’s amber note unfolds. Used in abundance, vanilla infuses it with new facets – smooth and woody with a hint of leather.”5.Jeroboam Kun AmoEsperanto to English - kun amo. with love.A luminous and sensual perfume extract in which pear reigns supreme. Sun-drenched, luscious and seductive, the fruit mingles with a generous dose of sweetness and captivating aromas, underpinned by modern, ambery woods and the house’s emblematic musks.SATURDAY:****Nicola’s fragrances:1.&nbsp;Ormonde Jayne X’ian‘Nutmeg, rhubarb, musk and sandalwoodHEAD&nbsp;Black Pepper, NutmegHEART&nbsp;Cedarwood, RhubarbSOUL&nbsp;Musk, Indian Sandalwood2.&nbsp;M.Micallef Hypnotic Musk‘Top notes: Iris, Bergamot, RaspberryHeart notes: Ginger, Lychee, Violet, Caramel&nbsp;Base notes: Musk, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Ambergris’3.&nbsp;The Harmonist Sun ForceTop Notes: Pomelo, Bulgarian Rose Oil, Saffron&nbsp;Heart Notes: Cardamom, Incense, Organic Honey&nbsp;Base Notes: Sandalwood, Organic Benzoin, Musk4.&nbsp;The Virtue Holy SmokeTop: Cinnamon Bark, Clove, Tonka Bean&nbsp;Middle: Patchouli, Guaiac Wood&nbsp;Base: Frankincense, Oakmoss, Amber5.&nbsp;Eris Parfums Green SpellItalian Mandarin, French Black Currant Bud absolute (Bourgeons Cassis), Iranian Galbanum (oil and resinoid), Egyptian Violet Leaf absolute, French Narcissus absolute, Tomato leaf accord, Fig leaf accord, Haitian Vetiver, Ambroxan, Musk (synthetic)****Suzy’s fragrances:1.NOSU Been Trying to Meet YouTop:&nbsp;Elderflower, Dried Grasses, Pink &amp; Black PepperMiddle:&nbsp;Immortelle, Honey, BranBase:&nbsp;Hay, Ambrette, Amyris2.Vivienne Westwood Boudoir (New)(OG 1998, Martin Gras) to its 2025 relaunch by Cristian Calabro. The original mixed aldehydes, orange blossom, rose, carnation, vanilla &amp; tobacco leaf — a daring, divisive scent.
The new version? Added CO₂-extracted vanilla, solar-powered ylang-ylang &amp; no animal-derived ingredients. Now available at Vivienne Westwood boutiques in the UK, Paris &amp; Milan — rolling out globally through 2026.3.DS &amp; DURGA Cognac Reign‘Get out on the danse parquet and let your powdered wig down to vivacious viola de gamba grooves. It’s baroque, baby!’TOP NOTES&nbsp;caramelized bergamot, antique wood&nbsp;HEART NOTES&nbsp;cognac essence, concrete of orris&nbsp;BASE NOTES&nbsp;tonka, limousine oak4.Zadig &amp; Voltaire ZADIGTop notes&nbsp;are Sesame, Ginger, White Pepper and Black Pepper;&nbsp;middle notes&nbsp;are Orange Blossom and Neroli Essence;&nbsp;base notes&nbsp;are Chantilly Cream, Vanilla and Sandalwood.5.Goldfield &amp; Banks Tales of AmberNew Zealand Ambergris, De Laire Amber 83 (Labdanum &amp; Vanillin), Australian Agarwood, Orange Blossom, Iris, Cinnamon, OudHuge thanks to the amazing brands that helped fill our legendary goody bags:@profilepr@uppublicrelations@kga_beauty_pr@aspectsbeauty@phoenixbeauty@agencedeparfumerie PRParfum Gres (@parfumsgres) - Available at:SuperdrugJaguar (@jaguar) - Available at:&nbsp;SuperdrugLaura Biagiotti (@laurabiagiottiparfums)&nbsp;- Available at: Superdrug &gt;&nbsp;Roma Uomo&nbsp;/&nbsp;Roma DonnaNissaba (@nissaba.fragrances) - Available at: Fortnum &amp; Mason (in-store only),&nbsp;Jovoy Mayfair, and&nbsp;Wild IrisHugh Parsons (@hughparsonslondon) - Available at:&nbsp;Fortnum &amp; Mason,&nbsp;The Perfume Shop Boutique&nbsp;and&nbsp;DebenhamsSanta Eulalia (@santaeulaliaperfumes) - Available at:&nbsp;Liberty,&nbsp;Debenhams&nbsp;and&nbsp;Wild Iris@ataratmalondon@boucheron@graff@etro@furla@akrofragrances@goutalparis@robertgrahamnyc@hollister@coach@roosandroos@moresque_parfum@themerchantofvenice@granadobrazil@narciso_rodriguez@[email protected]@the_virtue@orebella by @bellahadid@bdkparfumsparis@goldfield_and_banks_australia@marcantoinebarrois@weledauk@[email protected]@millerharris@parfum_muse (gift card)@gather.fragrance (voucher)@nosuparfum (voucher)

Incense is having a real moment and in this episode we're exploring why and also talking through some of our favourite incense scents.Why is incense so popular again?&nbsp;Incense has moved from temples and churches into living rooms,studios and perfume wardrobes; it’s become a chic, modern ritual asmuch as a smell.Trend reports link the boom to the hunger for spiritual and holisticpractices – incense is an easy way to pause, “set an intention” andcreate a little ceremony around everyday life.Incense vs frankincense “Incense” is the whole blend you burn – it might be on a stick, cone, coilor rope – and can contain resins, woods, herbs, spices and florals. “Frankincense” (also called olibanum) is one particular resin, tappedfrom Boswellia sacra trees in Oman, Yemen and parts of the Horn ofAfrica. Etymology you can play with: “frankincense” comes from Old French“franc encens” – high quality or “pure” incense – while “incense” itselfgoes back to Latin for “to burn.” When a perfume lists “incense” as a note, it may mean a full accord ofresins (frankincense, myrrh, opoponax, labdanum, elemi, woods,flowers) or a composition that highlights frankincense alone.What incense actually smells like Frankincense: resinous yet airy; earthy, piney, slightly smoky with asurprising citrus brightness. Myrrh: darker, spicier, slightly medicinal and very “churchy”, oftenassociated with ritual and antiquity. Opoponax: honeyed, vanillic, balsamic and comforting – it softens theharsher edges of smoke. Labdanum: rich, ambery, leathery and almost animalic; gives incenseperfumes that plush, warm body. Elemi: sharp, lemony, peppery resin that brings sparkle and lift to thesmoke. Woods (sandalwood, cedar etc.): add dryness, creaminess orpencilshaving smokiness and form the backbone of many incenseheavyfragrances.Quotes from perfumers: Francis Kurkdjian on why he loves Japanese incense at home: partlypracticality, because “it fills the room in five minutes, whereas candlestake ages.” Yasmin Sewell on the moodshift: “Where a candle may take twentyminutes to resonate in your space, when you light incense there is animmediate scent that fills the room.” Sewell again on why incense made more sense than candles for herbrand’s next step: “I felt that incense really connected with our values,since it’s been used in spiritual rituals for so long,” and “what I reallylove about incense is that it shifts the mood instantly.” Lyn Harris on her daily ritual: “It sets a spiritual tone to my day,” andincense is “an ethereal veil that lingers in the air.” She burns it in themorning to set her mood, sometimes midday to reinvigorate her senses,and even before bed so “there is a sensual haze passing over mynostrils before I sleep.” Chris Rusak on the psychology of burning it: incense is “a great vehiclefor empowerment or catharsis via controlled destruction” and “incenseuse is intentional. It requires fire or directed heat for full expression,which we must effect, contain, and control, in order to destroy it but notourselves.” How it’s harvested: frankincense resin oozes from cuts in theBoswellia sacra tree and dries into golden “tears”, sometimes called“frankincense tears” or “olibanum tears”. The jinn love story: a girl from the jinn falls in love with a human boy –forbidden, of course. As punishment she’s turned into a tree; her griefbecomes crystal tears that people burn on coal for healing smoke with abitter taste that mourns lost love. Ecology: frankincense forests in northern Ethiopia are under threat asthey’re cleared for agriculture, with scientists warning production couldhalve over the next 15 years. Mood altering science: frankincense contains a compound calledincensole acetate, which has been shown to have pain relieving andpsychoactive effects – helping with depression and anxiety andactivating a warmth perception channel in the skin. That might explain why those “sexy church smells” (as Alice du Parcqso memorably terms them) can feel both spiritually elevated andphysically comforting – sacred, nostalgic, a bit forbidden and strangelyswoony all at once.Suzy’s faves:&nbsp;@amouage Purpose 50@jeroboamperfumes Ambra extrait@eaudeboujee Gilded&nbsp;@vancleefarpels Perfume Extraordinaire Encens Précieux@ataratmalondon Aroha [email protected] BerberaNicola's choices:@aromariamx giant incense sticks@the_virtue Holy Smoke@lartisanparfumeur Passage d'Enfer@matierepremiereparfums Crystal Saffron

Nicola:Penhaligon's Festive Mini Sethttps://www.penhaligons.com/uk/en/p/festive-mini-set-for-her-5x5-ml--000000000065224079Jo Malone London Festive Cologne Duohttps://www.jomalone.co.uk/product/26322/127599/gift-sets/festive-cologne-duoBamford Geranium Candlehttps://shop.claridges.co.uk/products/bamford-geranium-candle?srsltid=AfmBOopvh-fHP_E4r3friAxcOw4J40HInA0W1PQfVTCUGf2Ym_wb9mHMNeal's Yard Orange and Geranium Hand Soaphttps://www.nealsyardremedies.com/products/geranium-orange-hand-wash?_pos=2&amp;_psq=orange+and+geranium&amp;_ss=e&amp;_v=1.0Granado Gift Setshttps://www.granado.uk/uk/amazonico-scented-suitcaseSuzy:Meadowfarm Smoked Honey &amp; Orange 1 Wick Candle £25‘This stunning new candle is inspired by my love of bee keeping. It’s a unique blend of bergamot, orange flowers and ylang ylang, with added honey notes and just a hint of smokiness from the amber. It’s summery and bright, yet has an intricate depth to it. This is guaranteed to be one of your new favourites, it’s perfect for summer but will work equally well allyear round.’https://meadowfarmlifestyle.co.uk/shop/candles/smoked-honey-orange/Lords Fragrance House Cotswold Scented Hand Dipped Taper Candles £30‘Inspired by days spent with my best friend in the serene beauty of the English country side. This fragrance captures cottage gardens, surrounded by rolling hills, on sunny days spent laughing in the sunshine. A delicate blend of bergamot, lemon and orange, with heart notes of rosemary, lavender and mint, with a cedar and vetiver base. The perfect scent for those seeking a moment of calm.’https://lordsfragrancehouse.com/products/monteverde-scented-hand-dipped-tapered-candles-copyBoujee Bougies Candles (now 50% off RRP!) £30Tart: ‘What comes to mind when you think of tartness? We wanted to capture that delicious, mouth-watering, and life-affirming taste sensation. Tart is our vivid homage to fresh tarts and invigorating teas&nbsp;- a feel good tonic with irreverent and unexpected twists. Tart is lush with greenery – cool, refreshing herbal notes of mint and basil - and fizzing with fruitiness – the juicy flesh of green plum and blackcurrant. To make sure it’s zesty, we played with the crisp zing of lemon, rhubarb, and ginger, and served it all over ice with the sweet apricot facets of osmanthus. Tart is vibrant, fun, and uplifting AF.Scent impressionsMouthwatering, moreish, green-hued tartnessNotes listMint, Lemon, Blue Ginger, Cassis, Green Plum, Rhubarb, Basil, Osmanthus, Moss, Musk’https://eaudeboujee.com/collections/boujee-bougies/products/tart-candleVetiver items from RE:Found ObjectsVetiver Room Freshening Brush £7.50Vetiver Pan Scrubs £4.95Vetiver Soap Mat £7.50https://www.re-foundobjects.com/product/view/vetiver-soap-and-bath-matsMaison Louis Marie No.04 Bois de Balincourt Perfume Oil Mini Roller&nbsp;3ml&nbsp;£17‘A Timeless,endlessly wearable, deeply personal Perfume Oil Bois de Balincourt is inspired by Marie's family home, nestled deep within an ancient forest. This signature scent layers creamy sandalwood and cedar with warming cinnamon and nutmeg, anchored by earthy vetiver — a romantic, comforting fragrance with effortless depth.’https://www.boots.com/maison-louis-marie-no-04-bois-de-balincourt-perfume-oil-mini-roller-3ml-10370280CRA-YON Vanilla CEO Eau de Parfum&nbsp;10ml&nbsp;£26‘Vanilla CEO Eau de Parfum - A Gourmand, Vanilla, Amber, Woody Fragrance. Vanilla CEO Eau de Parfum is all about power, but refined and subtle. It serves as a reminder that power does not always equal strength and intensity.Power can be in softness, power can be in kindness and power can be in a knowing rather than a loud voice. The Vanilla and soft woods work beautifully together and linger well on the skin without ever overpowering.Vanilla CEO Perfume is a modern take on a classic Vanilla note, but here in good company with soft woods and fresh notes of orange blossom. The scent ignites the wearer with a sense of vigour, thanks to endorphin-boosting notes of orange blossom and juicy mandarin.’https://www.boots.com/cra-yon-vanilla-ceo-eau-de-parfum-10ml-10373524Eau de Boujee Gilded eau de parfum travel spray&nbsp;7.5ml&nbsp;£30‘All that is gilded will be bold. A celestial temple of golden light transcends Earthly reality. The whispered mysteries of ancient spirits, covered in gold by awe and time. All life endeavours to ascend to a higher plane, a state attained through incense and devoted spirituality.Scent impressionsLight, space, serenity; incense resin dipped in gold&nbsp;Notes listTop Notes: Lemon, Saffron, Gold accord
Heart Notes: Frankincense oil, Frankincense resin, Carnation, Cedar Leaf, Beeswax absolute
Base Notes: Myrrh, Cedarwood, Labdanum, Leather, Civet, Musk’https://eaudeboujee.com/collections/travel-spray/products/gilded-eau-de-parfum-travel-sprayhttps://www.justmylook.com/products/dolce-gabbana-devotion-eau-de-parfum-30ml?&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_campaign=All%20Products%20-%20UK&amp;utm_content=Dolce%20%26%20Gabbana%20Devotion%20Eau%20De%20Parfum%2030ml&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_campaign=&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=22637679829&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADoybkpIyrNmwddpvf5BZNRJI0YzY&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQiAxJXJBhD_ARIsAH_JGjiudBiY1dJakQ44xHskMnFzYh03ruVaBXvZWZg1LZ3AauhaebOPcBEaAhQ5EALw_wcBIris &amp; Olive Scented Pencils £14‘A set of six cedarwood pencils. These pencils are lovingly made for us by a 100 year old pencil factory, the cedarwood they are made from is impregnated with different garden fragrances.’(Suzy’s favourite is the Orange Blossom, but they’re also do Gingerbread, Rose Geranium, Jasmine, and Lavender)https://irisandolive.co.uk/products/copy-of-scented-pencils-orange-blossom?_pos=1&amp;_psq=pencils&amp;_ss=e&amp;_v=1.0Buly 1803 Scented Matches Sacre‘Scented matches exhaling an elating pine, honey, incense and cedar fragrance.’€16https://buly1803.com/fr-gb/products/allumettes-parfumees-sacrePapier d'Arménie - Rose Perfume Booklet&nbsp;£5.50 at The French Pharmacy‘This fragrance was imagined in 2009 by Francis Kurkdjian, renowned perfumer creator.Papier d’Arménie triple is the oldest room freshener in paper form, produced in France since 1885.&nbsp;It has been famous since the Antiquity for its antiseptic, healing and expectorant vertues;&nbsp;formerly, the benzoin balm was used externally to treat asthma, coughing and hoarseness. It has an efficient impact on the psyche and the emotions and the stressed persons appreciate it.

In the podcast this week, Suzy &amp; Nicola talk fragrances they’ve been obsessed with wearing lately (&amp; some are quite unexpected…) Plus, there’s an absolutely BRILLIANT #listenerprescription from ballet costume designer Isabelle, who asked for recommendations to scent her way through working on costumes for a 2026 tour of Don Quixote - dreaming of Spanish sunshine in the depths of a chilly English winter!Fragrances we can’t stop wearing…Nicola:@nosuparfum Been Trying to Meet You - wistful, hay &amp; meadow-infused memories@nosuparfum Sain No More - Smoked herbaceous rituals welcome a fresh start@merit Retrospect - Nostalgia meets newness via juicy sparkles &amp; second-skin@floraiku Sand &amp; Skin - Amber-glazed skin, vanilla horizons &amp; gilded dreams@bamford Geranium Candle – Instantly-uplifting botanical blissSuzy:@angelaflanders Rose Sauvage – Dew-bright, berried wild rose bursts with sheer joy@headspaceparfum Rose - A rose frozen in glass, awoken by a silver bullet@bdkparfumsparis 312 Saint-Honoré - Couture chalky floral drifts chic clouds of comfort@memoizeperfume Imber - Succulent cherry, cassis &amp; rhubarb spiced to a musky trail@juliettehasagun Powder Love - Marshmallow, sugared almond &amp; a gentle hug#listenerprescription for Isabelle / Don Quixote ballet:Principal Lady@monegalperfumes Flamenco extrait – Raspberries, roses &amp; sizzling saffron woodiness. Passion personified@lartisanparfumeur Histoire d’Oranger – Orange trees, dappled sunlight &amp; tendrils of incense@parfumsmicallef Ylang in Gold – A solar shimmer of ylang-ylang, orange, fluffy vanilla &amp; coconut for a glimmering finaléThe Rascals@jusboxperfumes Studio 54 – Cocktails, cardamom-studded vanilla &amp; naughty patchouli – for hedonists: flamboyant &amp; ready for [email protected] Together – Bergamot &amp; mandarin, irresistible vanilla praline &amp; a spicy trail of suede – the scent of friendship &amp; assurance for scene-stealersThe scent of Spain@lamontagnacandles Winter Oranges – The scent of a Valencian orange harvest, warmly spiced, evoking citrus-soaked sunsets &amp; festive cheer@alvarez_gomez_perfumes Agua de Colonia Concentrada – Mediterranean lemons &amp; aromatic herbs, bottled Spanish sunshine with historic soul

Listener @somestarrynight messaged us from Paris about the @maisonfranciskurkdjian installation at @palaisdetokyo (on until 23 November - so hurry if you want to see it!)As it happens, Laurent from @ostens_official shared smelling strips from the expo at a recent dinner, a reminder of scent’s communal, artful side. So although we can’t get to see it, we *have* smelled the scents created for it)Perfume: Sculpture of the Invisible (celebrating 20 years of MFK &amp; @franciskurkdjian_official’s olfactive artistry - scenting galleries, theatrical performances, music, &amp; places) “has opened up perfume to new forms and destinations, taking it out of the bottle.” - Jérôme Neutres, Exhibition Curator#perfumeprescriptions17-year old listener Sadbh asks for starting points in perfume shopping, balancing jasmine, fresh ginger, roses, amber, and not-too-sweet vanillaOur guidance:@marksandspencerstyle Spiced Amber EDT: powdery depths, amber heart, cedar and geranium@marksandspencerstyle Apothecary Warmth EDP: cardamom, cinnamon, cedarwood, sandalwood for warming comfortNicola notes that niche shop @bloomperfumery’s site suggests related scents when you search a name, and well-trained staff at perfume departments can be invaluable - don’t be afraid to ask them for help.@tocca Wonders Collection (stocked @theperfumeshop) – £55 for 6 x 5ml EDP:Florence Eau de Parfum: green garden bouquet of gardenia, tuberose, iris; Parisian romance.Cleopatra EDP: grapefruit, jasmine, patchouli—seductive and regal.Stella EDP: citrus and florals with Italian sunshine; breezy, radiant.Lucia EDP: sunlit lemon, vetiver, fig; slow living, luminous.Laila EDP: luxurious indulgence, confident sensuality.Colette EDP: citrus, floral, woods; Parisian literary spirit with daring edge.New fragrances @oliverbonasFig &amp; Tonka, Pomelo &amp; Basil EDPs (£12.50 each)Mandarin &amp; Jasmine, Warm Oud &amp; Saffron EDTs (£20 full size, £9.50 rollers)Also at Oliver Bonas:@floralstreet_: Wild Vanilla Orchid (£28/10ml); vanilla, jasmine, cassis with bamboo and sandalwood.@ghostfragrances Orb of Night (£24/30ml EDP): Dark fruit, jasmine, roasted tonka—sundown to sunrise.We’re plotting a full episode on this topic of helping those who feel overwhelmed by choice / want affordable starting points, &amp; will also crowd-source tips from friends of the pod!Nicola talks about the new scent from @granadobrazil AmazonicaThe wonderful Claire @paperbackperfumes asks for a green / woodland-like, non-powdery violet scent…Our picks:@murphyanddaughters Violet Perfume Oil (Melbourne): violet leaf heart, violet flower high note; green and sparkling@orizalegrand Violettes du Czar: violet-forward with green citrus undertones, smoky woods, iris in the background@molinardparfums Violette: violet with black currant, bergamot, lemon; layered floral notes@olfactivestudio Violet Shot: green grass, violet leaf, leather, patchouli; violet with edge

In this week’s episode we’re talking about atmospheric fragrances we love, which helped set the scene for our Halloween Scented Story. Because we believe just as reading a book can be an escape route; so too can perfume be a portal…&nbsp;You can watch the whole story from the start by clicking on the Halloween highlight circle beneath our Instagram bio @onthescentpodcastUsing those fragrances and describing them as part of our Scented Story, we infused the spooky tale with scents you can go and smell for yourselves (or perhaps have already experienced).&nbsp;We so hope you enjoy this deep-dive into fragrance, mood, memory and scented scene-setting.&nbsp;Meanwhile, we’d LOVE it if you were inspired to smell along with us by either collecting samples of the following scents or (as we’ know it’s not always possible), to imagine which fragrances you’d have used for each section.&nbsp;We chose:&nbsp;Chapter 1: Suzy@marcantoinebarrois - Ganymede Extrait@thesocietyofalchemists - Familiars2: Nicola@erisparfums - Green Spell@pinewardperfume - Funerie3: Suzy@millerharris - WANDER through the parks@headspaceparfums - Styrax@diptyque - L’Eau Papier4: Nicola@perfumerhlondon- Dust&nbsp;@naomigoodsir - Bois d’Ascèse@sergeslutens - Lait du Dent&nbsp;5: Suzy@diptyque - Feu du Bois candle&nbsp;@lorenzovilloresi - Teint de Neige&nbsp;6: Nicola&nbsp;@bienaime_1935 - Vermeil@the_virtue - Holy Smoke7: Suzy@beaufortlondon - Sirenide@thesocietyofalchemists - ’Til Death@shopforas - Mushroom [email protected]&nbsp;- Soul Notes@marksandspencerstyle - Apothecary Reassure

In this week’s&nbsp;On the Scent&nbsp;Podcast we’re back with your #perfumeprescription postbag – finding perfect matches for every mood &amp; memory. You write in with such gorgeous questions &amp; we love nothing more than playing fragrant matchmakers!Sharon asked for a bright, zesty replacement for her mum’s beloved Bahoma Pomelo Grapefruit. We suggested&nbsp;&nbsp;these citrus stunners:@boadicea_the_victorious Energizer – glowing grapefruit, vetiver &amp; soft musks.@sana_jardin Air of Aquarius – lemon &amp; rosemary serenity.@jamesheeley Pomelo Crush – crisp grapefruit &amp; white florals.@hermeticaofficial Pomeloflow – radiant pomelo, rhubarb &amp; jasmine.@ruthmastenbroek Signature – sparkling mandarin &amp; soft woods.Susan asked about wellbeing fragrances following our discussion of the @ifra Fragrance Forum. Curious about how scent truly lifts our mood? Brands like @edenisteofficial, @esteelauder, @yslbeauty, @native, @pacorabanne &amp; many more are exploring neuro-perfume science – using aroma to boost happiness, calm &amp; focus.Finally, Robyn’s craving a sexy, cool yet cosy leather perfume. Try:@chanelofficial Cuir de Russie – smoky jasmine &amp; birch.@tomford Tuscan Leather – supple leather &amp; amberwood.@marcantoinebarrois B683 – saffron &amp; soft woods.@millerharris Soufflot – hazelnut-tobacco leather cocoon.@beaufortlondon Coeur de Noir – inky leather, rum &amp; pipe smoke.@headspaceperfums Styrax – amber, labdanum &amp; animalic skin warmth.Listen to the full questions then let us know which scents would YOU pick for their prescriptions?&nbsp;&nbsp;#OnTheScentPodcast

In this week's episode we're joined by the amazing @makingscentsmakesense Thomas Dunckley.Following Thomas and Suzy's hugely popular reel about the reformulation of Vivienne Westwood's Boudoir, we're chatting not only about that but about reformulations in general.It's a fascinating chat where the three of us delve into scent memory and how it can shift over time plus some of the reformulations that we've experienced over the years and what we think of them.

Tasha Marks @avmcuriousities is an award-winning scent artist and historian who recreated the smells of Marie Antoinette’s life at the current @vamuseum exhibition Marie Antoinette: Style. In this fascinating interview, she tells us how she constructed the aromas this doomed Queen would have known - from powdered wigs and courtly balls at Versailles, the wildflower meadows of Petit Trianon, to her eventual damp-filled prison cell.&nbsp;We’re also following up our previous Patreon episode of ‘Would Marie Antoinette Wear Now (on a budget), by asking which niche perfumes she’d plump for in modern day (if money were no object).&nbsp;We discuss…@maisonfranciskurkdjian á La RoseÀ la rose eau de parfum is a tribute to femininity, a declaration of love translated into a fragrance. A light and sensual fragrance showcasing two exceptional roses: Damascena rose and Centifolia rose. They build on one another to bring you a musky floral perfume which is in turn subtle and exuberant.&nbsp;@parfumsdemarly DelinaFrivolously pretty peony &amp; lily of the valley swoon to damascena rose, brightened by lychee &amp; rhubarb@officine_universelle_buly Rose de Damas&nbsp;Opulent rose bathes in milk spiced with hints of ginger, vetiver, cedar &amp; musk for decadent beauty@leseauxprimordiales Iris PalladiumSilkily powdered, yet threaded with a silvery backbone, this shimmers with cardamom &amp; violet atop the warmly woody base@byredo Blanche "Blanche explores the dynamic nature of the senses with an edge of floral freshness. Inspired by the delicacy of bodies slipping between fresh sheets, the crisp comfort of clean laundry, and the romantic whisper of heady florals. The scent opens with top notes of aldehydes and intoxicating rose centifolia. It then softens into vibrant peony and violet before settling into a base of soft musk accented with earthy sandalwood. A veil of scintillating scent awaits."@akrofragrances Bake"A gourmand fragrance made up of Tart Lemon notes, followed by sweet Vanilla and rich, nutty Praline."@dsanddurga Cognac ReignBaroque ‘n Roll via rouged cheeks, clouds of powder, ribbons of caramel, bergamot &amp; toasty oak over rivers of fine French spiritSuzy also mentions some incredible historical costume accounts to follow, if you’re interested in seeing more of Marie Antoinette’s fashion influence:&nbsp;@asta.darling - who recreates the most exquisite gowns and attends lavish 18th Century balls in them at Versailles&nbsp;@americanduchess - who make period accurate shoes and accessories, plus post videos on everything from wig-dressing techniques to how women wore those corsets and ultra-wide skirts in everyday life.&nbsp;&nbsp;

*This episode is in partnership with Ormonde Jayne*In this fabulous episode, recorded before our lovely live event in the Royal Arcade, we're getting to know the utterly incredible Linda Pilkington.Prepare to hear about the scents (and bottles) that helped shape Linda's passion for fragrance, the incredible travels that Linda went on that have shaped so much of what she does today and how making a candle for a Chanel boutique was the start of her spectacular brand and career.We'll also be sniffing and celebrating the brand new Ormonde Jayne fragrance Sybarite (which is available exclusively at their glorious boutique in the Royal Arcade)and exploring the Reimagined Four Corners Collection which totally took our breath away.Enjoy getting to know this truly brilliant woman.

Hello and welcome to this week’s episode of On the Scent, where Suzy and Nicola are diving deep into the world of oud (or Oudh – however you like to spell it!) today. Get ready for a fragrant journey through smoky woods, golden honey, contemporary twists and opulent blends — all celebrating the many faces of this legendary ingredient, in order of intensity.We discuss…@andotherstories Arabesque WoodLemon and ginger glimmer atop a heart of tangerine and watery notes, swirling through earthy moss and amber to reveal an oud embraced by sunlight and citrus, mysterious yet uplifting.@marksandspencer Smoked OudAn earthy impression of smoked woods and musk deepens within spicy sandalwood, conjuring a quietly powerful warmth that lingers on skin, wrapping you in a gentle cloak of incense.@neverfullydressed 001Spices gather atop a velvet cloud of coffee and rose, rum and plum. Oud sways through vanilla and tobacco, sweetened amber and Kashmir fusion flowing into a night-time dream of skin and bohemian outfits.@florislondon Honey OudGolden English honey melts with rich rose and deep oud, the sweetness alive with vanilla and velvet, a bouquet glowing softly, seducing and whispering close.@maisonfranciskurkdjian Oud Satin MoodDamascena rose and violet melt seamlessly into a shimmering oud, entwined with vanilla and amber. Like silk on skin, it envelops you in plush warmth and luxurious depth.@neelavermeire MohurSpiced cardamom pirouettes with moghul roses over subtle leather and almond milk, shadows of history blooming with Indian grandeur and British elegance, golden and ornate.@vallensefragrance SourceOpulent mandarin and black pepper lead to smokey heart notes of frankincense and cypriol, praline and amber glowing in warmth and mystery, conjuring anticipation and timelessness.@rpparfums Oud DeliceProvençal honey and caramelised amber blend in a confit of oud, patchouli and vetiver. A feast for the senses, luxurious and moreish—amber and oud swirled with a gourmand golden glow.@kajalperfumes Lamar NoirBergamot and green apple lend their brightness to tropical fruits and violet, rose and vanilla blooming in a luscious embrace. Leather and oud ripple throughout, sensual and balancing.SO many outs we love, in fact, that we couldn’t fit them all in one episode! Watch out for Part Two of our must-sniff list, coming soon…

In this week's episode we're telling you all about our upcoming Ormonde Jayne event. We also have a plethora of exciting new fragrances to tell you about, including the iris that has totally stolen our hearts.Here's what we talk about:Our&nbsp;@ormondejayne event:Brand NEW (boutique-exclusive) fragrance, Sybarite…Goodie bags and lots of fragrant joy guaranteed!Tickets: £15&nbsp;http://tinyurl.com/ormonde-jayne-sybariteWednesday, October 8&nbsp;·&nbsp;6:30 - 8:30pmLocation:&nbsp;Ormonde Jayne, Royal Arcade (Albemarle Street side on the corner opposite Browns Hotel)28 Old Bond Street London W1S 4SR@pittifragranze&nbsp;highlights Part 2:@borntostandout.official Dirty Milk@rhizomescents&nbsp;@headspaceparfum Rose@hellenisteparfums les bras de Morphée@leaumaliz Church BellsSuzy&nbsp;attended&nbsp;@florislondon Honey Oud&nbsp;body products launch, with a mind-blowing honey tasting by&nbsp;@honeysommelierNow with matching shower gel &amp; body moisturiser available#listenerprescription@amouage Epic Woman@januaryscentproject Selperniku

SO many scents sniffed the last few days we can barely draw breath, but buckle-up buttercups, because in this new episode we discuss…Fragrant feedback: Why listener Astrid treated herself to a bottle of @perfumerh Steam (&amp; has now fallen madly for Lyn Harris’ style of perfumery) following our #listenerprescription in a previous episodeThe second half of Suzy’s highlights from the recent @nicheshow London, including…@fumparfum Hot Milk - steaming mug of comfort &amp; blissful nostalgia@kajalperfumes Topaz - chewy, crystallised citrus peel with [email protected] Midnight - urban night-scapes, simmering spiced rum, twinkling stars@thegateparis Secret Encounter - A tingle of anticipation via pink pepper, ginger &amp; tonka-smoothed amberNicola was thrilled meeting the founder of @lessoeursdenoe &amp; went mad for the kumquat / eucalyptus vetiver smoked seduction of Bohemian AbsintheMeanwhile, Suzy’s reminiscences about her trip to Florence &amp; @pittifragranze show Highlights (part 1)…@beaufortlondon Sirenides — the NEW release she’d been aching to try, and it floored me. Myth-wreathed in wild waters, selkies shedding their seal-skin, stolen power, then poisoning the thief to take it back. Bitter almond drips, briny rock pools gleam, sodden fur snarls as it dries. Menacing. Mesmerising. Completely unforgettable.@eaudebougie &amp; @vallense - made Suzy so proud for the British niche scent scene@lorchestre Bouquet Encore Latte - frothy, milky, dreamy steam swirling on skin@reserve_en_afrique - Vanille Mafonja sophisticated &amp; unsweetened; Rouge Karkade enchanted with smoky hibiscus &amp; pomegranate. (Available @soliflore_store)@jorumstudio Unspoken Gesture was nurturing, milky, expansive &amp; cocooning@shekorperfume unveiled a meeting of minds: @sultanpasha78 of @sultanpashaperfumes created Ashar, a monsoon-rickshaw memory where rain flows off cotton shirts with notes of petrichor, bamboo, soaked earth. &amp; Antonio Gardoni @bogue_profumo with Sylhet — dense verdant air, humid, something furred&nbsp;&amp; prowling in the undergrowth.

The new&nbsp;@matierepremiereparfums Vanillas Powder extrait&nbsp;- Suzy is obsessed, Nicola has yet to try but is chomping at the bit. With the added guest note of tonka snd and an even greater concentration of vanilla, this is INCREDIBLE.&nbsp;@perfumerpia Pia Long’s book: Demo Accords&nbsp;A BOOK BY PERFUMER PIA LONGBOOK AND SAMPLE KIT NOW AVAILABLE TO PREORDER FOR ONE MONTH ONLY.Containing ten fully published perfume formulas, one piece of fiction and nine essays on political and personal topics, Demo Accords is a multidisciplinary collection of narratives where perfumery is part of the story and the stories are part of the perfumes.Pia says: “Completely self-published with the help of an indie press and some wonderful early supporters, we appreciate every pre-order as it will help us judge how many copies to print.”PRE-ORDER:&nbsp;https://demoaccords.comDemo Accords book pre-order price: £20Accords kit pre-order price: £55Book + accords kit&nbsp;&nbsp;pre-order price: £70@ifrauk Fragrance Forum: Suzy cannot WAIT to attend this facing full day of talks from world experts on our sense of smell…“IFRA UK’s annual Fragrance Forum is back this autumn and will be examining the role that the nasal microbiome and the micro-organisms found in our nose and throat play in our personal and collective health.Taking place on Thursday 16 October 2025, we would love you to join us for what is set to be another fascinating day of talks, insights and conversation, chaired by Professor Barry C Smith, Director of the Institute of Philosophy at the Centre for the Study of the Senses, and Professor Stuart Firestein from Columbia University.”Register at&nbsp;http://evenium.events/ff2025Tickets are £30 for a full day of fragrance talksAttending the&nbsp;@nicheshow&nbsp;in London was fascinating - some really interesting new brands there. SO many fragrances smelled, which Suzy will catch up with next time. But two of the standouts were…&nbsp;@ode.ona&nbsp;(gorgeous new brand available&nbsp;@gather.fragrance&nbsp;online niche store, &amp; launching in 2 weeks&nbsp;@libertylondon&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;@wild_iris_perfumerie)Dawn Earth: Dawn Earth is a harmonious blend of moss and mastic, this earthy and refreshing fragrance is a bottled journey into the heart of the forest.Teapot Sonder: A toasted green tea fragrance that inspires appreciation. This woody blend of Hojicha and Guaiac Wood is your invitation to pause.Moonkissed Rhapsody: Moonkissed Rhapsody is a unisex fragrance of lavender and musk. This velvety and anchoring fragrance soothe all waves to reach calm waters within.And Suzy met the lively Nicole, founder of&nbsp;@galiarae&nbsp;- Now this is one of THE most glorious diffusers ever. First saw this featured on @blublazerguy’s Instagram, then got to see in-person at the Niche show. The artistry &amp; attention to detail are second to none!&nbsp;It looks like an antique heirloom find, but the ceramic ‘matchbox’ (made in England) houses a terracotta stone you soak with their signature scented oil: an exquisite citrus-infused honeyed floral that smells of happiness.&nbsp;Suzy’s travelling to @pittifragranze&nbsp;in Florence (where she’s hoping - technology/ time notwithstanding - to record some snippets for our Patreon episode). She will return having had a thousand meetings and smelled a million new fragrances, bringing news of her faves next time we record.&nbsp;*******Nicola would also love to see you at her brilliant London event for those who (as we both do) suffer from anxiety.**********Here's the link. Nicola will be joined by the amazing Anxiety Josh and Fabulous Pharmacist Laura Dowling.

While we were on a between-seasons recording break [now back with Season SEVEN!] we've had so many more listeners writing in, looking to be united with their perfect perfume (often for extremely specific occasions, calling for suitably specific scents). So, in this week's episode we are playing catch-up - focusing on those #listenerprescriptions &amp; finding THE ideal fragrances for situations encompassing......Celebrating a wedding anniversary in Portugal, overcoming imposter syndrome while attending lectures at Cambridge university, existentially scenting a flipped fairytale of a frog turned into a Queen, an emotional plea for the scent of hope, &amp; a makeup artist's client seeking a bright, floral bouquet echoing a fancy plug-in. Blimey!&nbsp;We recommended...For Luci Tither’s Porto perfume suggestions:@clausporto Agua Clementina – shimmering citrus groves, orange sunlight, Douro river zest.@clausporto Agua Flores – white &amp; gold petals at dawn, jasmine-laced Atlantic breezes, wild volcanic gardens.@clausporto Le Parfum – fig, watermelon &amp; wooded mystery by the riverside. @bdkparfumsparis Nectar Oud – raspberry-leather with a sunset sparkle@kilianparis Moonlight in Heaven.For Astrid's confidence at Cambridge:@perfumerh Steam – crisp, morning-forest inspiration@diptyque L’Eau Papier – musky ink, rice-steamed pages@commesdesgarconsparfums 2 – clever ink shadows &amp; noble woods.For Em’s primordial Queen:@storaskuggan Hexensalbe – enigmatic green magic@walesperfumery Forest – mossy, mulchy mystique@kingdomscotland Portal – botanical, pine-draped Scottish wonder@vyrao Mamajuju – spiced, clay-earth grounding@lartisanparfumeur Abyssae for magical, herbaceous roseFor Katie's fragrance of hope:@maisonfranciskurkdjian Kurky – spiced optimism@olfactiveo Skin – creamy, woody solace@ellisbrooklyn Vanilla Milk – comforting, velvety, vanilla dream@mabelleorama Lunar Dust – celestial, powdery woodsFor LauraSimonMakeup client’s 'Smell of Spring':@florislondon Edwardian Bouquet – green hyacinth, fresh florals, leafy light@alfredsung Sung – galbanum fresh,&nbsp;&nbsp;verdant florals &amp; creamy vanilla&nbsp;

Season 7 of @onthescentpodcast is here, &amp; for the very first time, we’re sharing a Patreon-exclusive deep-dive with ALL of you!This week we’re exploring salt in scent: how the mineral magic transforms a fragrance, adding texture, tempting the senses, &amp; evoking everything from windswept cliffs to decadent desserts.We so enjoyed making this episode &amp; couldn’t wait to share our thoughts on these briny beauties (lol!)The line-up:@jomalonelondon Wood Sage &amp; Sea Salt: Imagine the bracing British coast, briny air, wild waves, &amp; mineral cliffs, earthy sage grounding the sparkling saltiness.@shayandblue Salt Caramel: Gourmand temptation with caramel and vanilla, cut by a tang of sea salt, rich, indulgent, and impossible to resist.@penhaligons_london Changing Constance: Cardamom &amp; pimento heat up salted butter caramel, finished with vanilla and tobacco for rebellious [email protected] Oudous Lux Solis: Honeyed pomelo &amp; mandarin glisten over smoothly salty oud &amp; patchouli - a golden radiance from sun to shadow (exclusive at Harrods).@sarahbakerperfumes Atlante: Sparkling yuzu &amp; orris swirl through tidepools of seaweed &amp; ambergris, as ancient &amp; alluring as a siren’s song.@libertylondon LBTY Zephirine: Incense&nbsp;&amp; green fig weave through velvet rose &amp; suede in a palace garden by the sea.@isseymiyakeparfums Le Sel d’Issey: The freshness of the ocean meeting sun-warmed land, salt, incense &amp; seaweed on a sun-bleached driftwood base.Our Patreon supporters get an EXTRA episode every single week (that’s 127 extra episodes so far ) among other perks. If you loved listening, tap the link in our Instagram bio @onthescentpodcast for all the extra episodes in the archive or go via this link

Nicola is currently loving:&nbsp;@kajalperfumes Kolada“When we radiate rays of gratitudeWe bathe in a boundless ocean of abundance.Inspired by the iconic Pina Colada, Kajal Kolada pays homage to happiness, tranquility, and exoticism. The Pina Colada conjures visions of a lush, tropical paradise, where the emerald palm leaves of coconut groves gently sway as a blissfully balmy breeze caresses them, offering momentary respite from the sultry heat. Pristine ivory sands meet shimmering aquamarine waters, seamlessly blending into pastel-colored cotton candy skies as infinite as the hopes and dreams within us all.While we may long for the euphoria of exploring distant horizons, let us not overlook the myriad of blessings that surround us in our everyday existence. When we choose to focus on being truly present in the moment, we become aware of the vast treasures that enrich our lives, allowing us to cherish what may seem to be the smallest of things. Practicing gratitude is among the most precious gifts we can bestow upon ourselves, as it leads us to the tranquil beauty of inner peace and contentment, a realm of happiness beyond compare.Kolada opens with a delightfully vibrant burst of Italian Bergamot combined with fruity notes, including Pineapple, which symbolizes prosperity and friendship.&nbsp;The heart notes reveal the delicate sweetness of violet, exquisitely blended with the gentle freshness of Lily of the Valley, a flower believed by many to symbolize luck, happiness, and love.&nbsp;As Kolada unfurls, we are greeted with an exhilarating fusion of musky warmth from Amber and Siamese Benzoin, combined with the soft, exotic creaminess of coconut milk. Coconuts represent the unity of body, mind, and spirit, which must be in harmony for spiritual growth.”AND Nicola can’t stop wearing:@clivechristianperfume E Cashmere Musk“Immerse yourself in the embrace of a fragrance that delicately envelops the senses, akin to the tender caress of cashmere on bare skin. Enter a realm where musky notes intricately weave a warm, indelible hug, creating an experience that is both calming and comforting. E Cashmere Musk is not just a fragrance it’s a journey . Envision a tranquil haven, where each note weaves a narrative of delicate touches and enduring elegance. The symphony of Baies Rose, Sichuan Pepper, and Fresh Ginger in the top notes sets the stage for an odyssey of scent—an unforgettable olfactory adventure that transcends the boundaries of time. As you delve deeper, the heart of the fragrance reveals a Fleuriste Fusion, Egyptian Jasmin, and Cashmeran. Here, the scent becomes an intricate dance, much like the delicate petals of blooming flowers, creating an atmosphere of ethereal beauty. The base notes, including Guaiacwood, Ambroxan, and Musks, form a tapestry of lasting impressions. It lingers on the skin, leaving an undeniable presence that is both subtle and captivating—a fragrance that becomes a part of you.”Suzy also adoring @amouageofficial Lustre“Radiating soft light like the gleam of a pearl, by Paul Guerlain &amp; Julien Rasquinet, it’s made with 30% pure perfume and aged for six months with sandalwood chips in oak barrels, to add even more nuanced notes.&nbsp;But basically, Lustre is an incredibly soft, smooth fragrance that manages to be simultaneously feathery and creamy. It’s the iridescent gleam of a pearl’s shell, the flash of silver in a bird’s wing. Aromatic cardamom, powdery, nurturing orris, creamy sandalwood and dark vanilla slightly sweetened by toasty tonka, with a lightly smoky breeze that billows as it warms.”This week we’re mainly focusing on the ‘Brighton Sniffari Part Two’ - Suzy’s visit to independent perfume shop Wild Iris in Brighton:&nbsp;@wild_iris_perfumerie (run by Kate)&nbsp;Suzy LOVED (so many! But including…)@santaeulalia1843 175“The historical fashion boutique-atelier Santa Eulalia was born in the heart of Barcelona in 1843 and is still recognised today as one of the twenty most exclusive stores in the world. The sophisticated touch of the store's rooms and the elegance of the clothes and accessories it sells is transported into the fragrance world. Named after the patron saint of Barcelona, today Santa Eulalia represents an encounter between past and present, joined in a real temple of luxury.”“By Christian Provenzano. Perfume created to celebrate the 175 years of history of Santa Eulalia. Past and future mix to give life to the aroma of this perfume. With notes of spices, citrus and wood, the fragrance expresses the ties that unite Santa Eulalia with Barcelona. Perfume for women and men. Top Notes: Bergamot, Cardamom, Coriander Seeds, Elemi Flower, Orange, Saffron Heart Notes: Jasmine, Rose, Neroli, Clove Base Notes; Amber, Oud, Cedar wood, Labdanum, Musk, Vanilla, Guaiac wood, Patchouli and Sandalwood.”@astrophilstellaperfume In Extremis“Birch, Galbanum, Chamomile, Angelica and Mastic or Lentisque; middle notes are Incense, Musk, Osmanthus and Magnolia; base notes are Leather, Oud, Guaiac Wood, Ambergris, Vetiver, Patchouli and Oakmoss.&nbsp;In the midst of darkness that dances with light, a fragrancecaptures the essence of a genius who challenged his Time,turning contrasts and passions into eternal masterpieces.IN EXTREMIS is dedicated to Caravaggio, observer of humanity, imperfect Master. A tribute to his art, a journey that delves into the depths ofexpression. For those who live passionately, embracingcontrast as a source of inspiration.Our love for Caravaggio pays homage to his revolutionaryart, his restless spirit, and his ability to transform thecanvas into a mirror of the soul. A genius that transcendstime, an artist who has left an indelible mark on the heartsof those, like us, who find continual inspiration in his work.This perfume is an invitation to travel beyond the bounda–ries of the known, to explore the depths of the humanspirit, to live every moment with fierce passion..”@ortir_apothecari Dôl“Homage to a traditional&nbsp;fougere&nbsp;opens with restorative bergamot and grapefruit before settling into the soft and velvety notes of lavender and hay. This niche perfume its redolent of meandering through Welsh meadows, grounding vetiver echoes the fields of&nbsp;ORTIR.&nbsp;FRAGRANCE NOTESTop:Italian LemonMinty geranium roseHeart:HaystacksLavender fieldsBase:Rich, dry, earthy vetiver”@headspaceparfum Styrax“By @miroslav.petkov_perfumer Towards the Horizon – A moment of privilege, mind and body completely connected, man and horse suddenly become one. Mutual taming. The familiar warmth of a peach-skinned chestnut awakens the desire for untamed riding. Take the reins, conquer time, conquer yourself, grasping the mane, labdanum and amber, conjuring the image of the polished saddle, warmed against the body of a steed, united with the leather and apricot notes of styrax and osmanthus, in a tribute to skin in all kingdoms: plant, animal, and human, warm and radiant.Notes: a bestial intense amber, cypriol heart, labdanum, osmanthus, Indonesian patchouli, vetiver, saffron, amber. 94,09% of the ingredients are of natural origin.Headspace: A galloping stallion”We’re also updating you, as promised…#ad @the_rac_on_teur results of our poll on Instagram about which of the Raconteur fragrances we’ve been discussing (in their ‘Australiscious’ Discovery Set II) were listener favourites!&nbsp;

This week we’re focusing on Suzy’s recent Sniffari in Brighton, this time focusing on her visit to @soliflore_store, owned and run by Sarah. We will also be revealing our favourite of the new @the_rac_on_teur fragrances we’ve been exploring the last few weeks, and you can vote for your fave in the poll on our Instagram page, @onthescentpodcast.&nbsp;In this episode we also mention the wonderful kit Nicola’s put together for those who share her anxiety about flying. Find out more about Zen in the Sky kits @outspokenbeautynicola.&nbsp;But now, let’s flit to the fragrant trip to Brighton, and find out which scents Suzy fell for…Soliflore is one of those beautifully curated, cosy shops where walking through the door feels like coming home. Sarah’s eye for design and detail is exquisite, with a large central table featuring an ever-evolving showcase of scents, and instead of blotters, there are silken handkerchiefs (stored in vintage tins) sprayed with each fragrance.&nbsp;Featuring a curated selection honed to what Sarah knows her customers are looking for, including beloved brands and some exclusives &amp; indie houses Suzy had never heard of before, it’s a place you could happily while away several hours sniffing your way around. And there are gorgeous cards, soaps, chocolates and great gift-y items to tempt every taste!&nbsp;In the short amount of time Suzy had, here are three fragrances she found at Soliflore and immediately fell for…@reserve_en_afrique Aube Lumineuse“The sun rises, flooding the great expanses of the sweeping plains, gracing the wilderness with its wash of pure light. The dawn’s intense rays awaken these spectacular lands. Great herds rove majestically in the distance. Bright blue birds perch in the flat-topped acacia trees while giraffes stroll with leisurely grace. The sky is clear. The air is fresh.The fragrance opens with a luminous fresh burst of citrusy notes of Tangerine (South Africa) and Blood Orange (South Africa). A bright heart of fresh Orange Flower (Morocco) and zesty Ginger (Nigeria) is supported by woody base of Cedarwood Atlas (Morocco).”@saintritaparlor Signature Fragrance&nbsp;“Finest quality parfum. Limited unisex fragrance comprised of over 18 rare and organic essential oils. Handmade by Saint Rita Parlor in Los Angeles, California.Rita would tend to her rose garden whilst smoking a hand-rolled tobacco cigarette and drinking a whiskey and water.Notes: Whiskey, Tobacco, and Rose”@arquiste Almond Suede“By Calice Becker. Top notes are Bitter Almond, Honeycomb, Bergamot and Pink Pepper; middle notes are Concrete, Saffron, Neroli, Orange Blossom and Labdanum; base notes are Suede, Pine tar, Sugar and Vanilla Absolute. Almond Suede by Arquiste is a unisex gourmand leather fragrance inspired by Medieval Andalusia and its refined gourmand culture. It balances almond marzipan and suede leather, capturing the essence of the city of Córdoba and almond sweets.”Next week we’ll be catching up with Part 2 of Suzy’s Brighton Sniffari, and finding out what she went mad for @wild_iris_perfumery!#ad Meanwhile, we promised to pick just *one* favourite each of the fragrances we’ve loved exploring in our Raconteur Discovery Set II boxes, featuring the new ‘Australiscious’ collection, and after MUCH prevarication, Suzy chose *Daintree Rain Tea* and Nicola chose *Killr Vanillr*!&nbsp;Don’t forget to try code onthescent10 @bloomperfumery for 10 percent off discovery sets and full sizes (not sure how long code will still be active, as sets sold out a couple of times, but worth trying&nbsp;&nbsp;when checking out!)&nbsp;https://bloomperfume.com/products/discovery-set-

We’re back from the inaugural @marieclaireuk Fragrance Awards, where the room sparkled with excitement and the scent of creativity. As judges, we celebrated the winners across niche, luxury, designer and high street houses, and the ever-growing world of fragrant body care.This week’s episode is a journey through summer’s most evocative home scents, from the ultra-luxe to the beautifully affordable, including a spinning disco-ball aromatic mister!!@meadowfarmlifestyle Smoked Orange &amp; Honey candle: Imagine golden honey drizzled over sun-warmed orange blossoms, with bergamot and ylang ylang weaving through gentle amber smoke. Bright yet intricate, a candle that glows all year.@tothefairestlondon Cécile candle: Bergamot and mandarin shimmer, melting into rose absolute, amber and clove bud. A candle of modern sensuality - seductive, layered, and utterly beguiling.@neomwellbeing Squeeze the Day reed diffuser: The scent of ripe citrus, sharp grapefruit, juicy mandarin, and a cool breeze of eucalyptus. Instantly uplifting, a burst of pure sunshine for your space.@ormondejayne Ambre Royale diffuser: A golden aura of amber, regal and enveloping, adored by Nicola (and her florist). For those who crave warmth and elegance.@ormondejayne Rosae diffuser: Damascene rose sparkles with pear, blackcurrant, and musk, touched by gourmand fruits. Fresh, shimmering, and temptingly effervescent—perfect for bedrooms and bathrooms.@baobabcollection FETY MILALAO: Mint and vetiver entwine with ylang-ylang, echoing the playful spirit of Malagasy craftsmanship. The striped raffia recalls Côte d’Azur deckchairs, the scent a sunlit celebration.@lordsfragrancehouse Monteverde mini room spray: Rain-soaked canopies, orchid and tuberose bloom in the mist, patchouli and woods grounding you in Costa Rica’s lush cloud forest.Big Sur candle: Green herbs and cracked coriander ride the Pacific breeze, mingling with cedarwood and citrus peels. A breathless journey along sunlit coastline and towering redwoods.Pengelli Forest reed diffuser: Bluebells, hyacinth, lily of the valley, and orange blossom conjure springtime woods in Wales - mossy, violet, and alive with memory.#ad Sniff-along as we explore the last two scents in the @the_rac_on_teur Discovery Set II. Use code onthescent10 for an exclusive discount on Discovery Sets and full-size bottles at @bloomperfumery (code extended as sets sold out).Pavlova Kasanova: Bittersweet distance, a heart of cream and passionfruit, lime and meringue, musk and sandalwood. Sugar kisses and midnight guitars - impossible to forget, a hot summer dream.Lord Lamington: Rich layers of bergamot, strawberry, clary sage and coconut, cocoa and amber cream. Born for the crown, dipped in sweetness, a cologne for the ambitious - have your cake and eat it.Which scent calls to you? Tell us below, and look out for our poll on @onthescentpodcast soon.

Our latest #OnTheScent episode finds us prescribing scents for strength and charisma, AND diving into part two of our Sniff-along with @the_rac_on_teur!Lore asked for a fragrance to project quietly determined authority and charismatic leadership – not sweet florals or heavy ambers, loves tea notes, budget £120. Here’s what we chose and why:@olfactiveo Skin and Citrus: We recommend layering these from the Discovery Set. Skin is intimate and quietly confident – soft ambrette, beeswax, and sandalwood for ‘your best self’ aura. Citrus adds sparkling bergamot, grapefruit &amp; champagne for sunlit brightness. Together, they radiate understated strength and [email protected] Ghost of Tom: A lightly smoked protective veil of black tea, bergamot, violet leaf &amp; papyrus. Mysterious, tea-laced depth – perfect for making a memorable impression.@millerharris Tea Tonique: Like dawn mist over a tea plantation – crisp green tea, zesty bergamot, and a wisp of birch tar. Uplifting and clear-minded (confidence in a bottle).@ormondejayne Xian: Coolly refined – tea, citrus, &amp; subtle woods for an elegant, versatile signature. Always poised, never overpowering.#ad Part two of our Sniff-along – We’re exploring the new Discovery Set II from The Raconteur (@the_rac_on_teur). Get ten percent off at @bloomperfumery with code onthescent10 until 9 July 2025.@the_rac_on_teur Killr Vanillr – Throaty vanilla with vetiver, orris, and hint of white chocolate – think 3am in a club (decadent, unforgettable).@the_rac_on_teur Ms Macadamia: Bold, nutty macadamia, mimosa, and peach, grounded by vetiver and sandalwood (independent, adventurous, utterly unique).Teagan asked – What perfumes give you strength and bravery for protest?@chanel Le Lion: Joyfully empowering – amber, patchouli, vanilla, and citrus remind you of beauty &amp; hope.@bdkparfums Gris Charnel: Urban elegance – smoky black tea, fig, and sandalwood. Addictively powerful, like armour for the soul.@beaufortlondon Vie et Armis: Intense, provocative, and ready to protect via lapsang, whisky, tobacco, and incense.@marcantoinebarrois Ganymede Extrait: Luminous, mineral, and planet-sized intensity – immortelle and incense for celestial focus.@gritti Rebellion: Sparkling mint and bergamot over earthy patchouli and oakmoss = audacity and freedom.@mauboussin (by Christine Nagel, &amp; so affordable): HUGEly assertive plum serves spicy [email protected] Sultan Vetiver: Grounded and unshakeable – multiple vetivers, woods, and spices for true inner strength.Which scent makes YOU feel unstoppable…?