Luxury perfumes are more than just fragrances; they are olfactory masterpieces crafted from a symphony of rare and precious ingredients. The world of high-end perfumery goes beyond mass-produced scents, delving into a realm where rare ingredients are sourced meticulously, creating fragrances that are both captivating and exclusive. In this exploration, we unveil some of the … Read more
A unique R&D project seeks to rediscover and explore forgotten perfumery plants, and to evaluate the possibility of reintroducing them as present-day ingredients. The World Perfumery Congress (WPC)—the premier global event for fragrance artistry, ingredients, technology and brands—is returning in-person to Miami Beach, Florida June 29-July 1, 2022. L’OCCITANE presents ‘Forgotten Perfumery Plants: Fragrance Revelation … Read more
The past year has seen a renewed appreciation for nature among cocktail consumers, with the natural world providing a vital retreat from the stresses of the pandemic. In the U.S., 58% of people say they didn’t appreciate nature as much as they should have before Covid-19, according to the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation. … Read more
Dolce & Gabbana’s Velvet Collection is a symbol of timeless perfumery perfection and modern possibility with a precious texture of Vintage Italian ingredients. “Velvet is a material with dual personality. Luxurious but also simple, noble but also humble, this duality is at the heart of all we do.” (Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana) The six … Read more
December is the month of suprizes and “most expensive” experiments. Andrew Stellitano, who runs food design firm Astarism, created a £3,000 mince pie. The Christmas cookie was made for a pie workshop in a London shopping centre, where visitors can create their own “artisan” mince pies. Using a mix of traditional ingredients from recipes dating … Read more