Comments on: Substitute Sniffer http://www.aromascope.com/wp/2006/07/10/substitute-sniffer/ A perfume blog about all things perfume - reviews, shopping, recommendations. Sun, 23 Nov 2008 14:19:17 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.3.1 By: Aromascope » Cuir Venenum by Parfumerie Generale http://www.aromascope.com/wp/2006/07/10/substitute-sniffer/#comment-2879 Aromascope » Cuir Venenum by Parfumerie Generale Tue, 14 Nov 2006 16:54:38 +0000 http://www.aromascope.com/wp/2006/07/10/substitute-sniffer/#comment-2879 [...] Leather in perfumery, while employed, has certainly not been exploited. Understandably so, as this note doesn’t seem to be for mass appeal. It is, however, my favorite note, and I’ll never let a leather scent go unnoticed (although I certainly haven’t tried them all). It’s fascinating to see how leather has been conveyed in fragrance. Representation can be realistic when a scent smells exactly like leather goods (handbag, gloves, saddle) as seen in such scents as Aoud Cuir d’Arabie by Montale, Peau d’Espagne by Santa Maria Novella, Yatagan by Caron. Or it can be experimented upon creatively with often successful results - be it the sawdust circus leather of L’Artisan’s Dzing!, the balsamic iris leather of Cuir Ottoman, the smoky campfire leather of Kolnisch Juchten, the violet suede of Cuir Amethyste, the medicinal take on leather in Le Labo’s Patchouli 24 or the ultimate femme fatale, robust leather of Robert Piguet’s Bandit. Whichever it is, it’s all good. The most recent leather I’ve tried is Cuir Venenum by Parfumerie Generale (still swooning over the line), and I must say the take on leather here is unprecedented. [...] […] Leather in perfumery, while employed, has certainly not been exploited. Understandably so, as this note doesn’t seem to be for mass appeal. It is, however, my favorite note, and I’ll never let a leather scent go unnoticed (although I certainly haven’t tried them all). It’s fascinating to see how leather has been conveyed in fragrance. Representation can be realistic when a scent smells exactly like leather goods (handbag, gloves, saddle) as seen in such scents as Aoud Cuir d’Arabie by Montale, Peau d’Espagne by Santa Maria Novella, Yatagan by Caron. Or it can be experimented upon creatively with often successful results - be it the sawdust circus leather of L’Artisan’s Dzing!, the balsamic iris leather of Cuir Ottoman, the smoky campfire leather of Kolnisch Juchten, the violet suede of Cuir Amethyste, the medicinal take on leather in Le Labo’s Patchouli 24 or the ultimate femme fatale, robust leather of Robert Piguet’s Bandit. Whichever it is, it’s all good. The most recent leather I’ve tried is Cuir Venenum by Parfumerie Generale (still swooning over the line), and I must say the take on leather here is unprecedented. […]

]]> By: Aromascope » Cuir Ottoman by Parfum d’Empire http://www.aromascope.com/wp/2006/07/10/substitute-sniffer/#comment-1962 Aromascope » Cuir Ottoman by Parfum d’Empire Tue, 10 Oct 2006 14:32:17 +0000 http://www.aromascope.com/wp/2006/07/10/substitute-sniffer/#comment-1962 [...] Cuir Ottoman is the new addition to the Parfum d’Empire line (previous ones being Ambre Russe, Eau Suave, and Eau de Gloire). It’s said to have been inspired by the Ottoman empire and is supposed to evoke the charm and eroticism of the Orient (Osmoz.com) I’m a bit doubtful it evokes such things in me as I view Cuir Ottoman as a predominantly leather scent (and that’s all that matters). With the notes of iris, jasmine, styrax, leather, Tolu balsam, benzoin, incense, it rocked my world before application on skin. It starts out as bitter, tar-like leather that I initially associated with burnt rubber or car tire smell. At this stage, it very much reminds me of Kolnisch Juchten, minus the citrusy-smoky note. As it develops, it’s not as much about the leather any more - it’s more about a milky, resinous balsam, with just a touch of what seems like incense and powdery softness of iris. Cuir Ottoman undergoes quite a transformation - from astringent, barbaric leather to yielding, velvety suede. It’s amazingly wearable, and I can see it being favored by those who don’t usually fall for leather scents. For other excellent impressions, please read Victoria’s review and Marina’s review. [...] […] Cuir Ottoman is the new addition to the Parfum d’Empire line (previous ones being Ambre Russe, Eau Suave, and Eau de Gloire). It’s said to have been inspired by the Ottoman empire and is supposed to evoke the charm and eroticism of the Orient (Osmoz.com) I’m a bit doubtful it evokes such things in me as I view Cuir Ottoman as a predominantly leather scent (and that’s all that matters). With the notes of iris, jasmine, styrax, leather, Tolu balsam, benzoin, incense, it rocked my world before application on skin. It starts out as bitter, tar-like leather that I initially associated with burnt rubber or car tire smell. At this stage, it very much reminds me of Kolnisch Juchten, minus the citrusy-smoky note. As it develops, it’s not as much about the leather any more - it’s more about a milky, resinous balsam, with just a touch of what seems like incense and powdery softness of iris. Cuir Ottoman undergoes quite a transformation - from astringent, barbaric leather to yielding, velvety suede. It’s amazingly wearable, and I can see it being favored by those who don’t usually fall for leather scents. For other excellent impressions, please read Victoria’s review and Marina’s review. […]

]]> By: Todd http://www.aromascope.com/wp/2006/07/10/substitute-sniffer/#comment-583 Todd Wed, 12 Jul 2006 04:03:00 +0000 http://www.aromascope.com/wp/2006/07/10/substitute-sniffer/#comment-583 Can't say I've ever had that problem, Chaya. Poor guy... that really sounds terrible. Can’t say I’ve ever had that problem, Chaya. Poor guy… that really sounds terrible.

]]> By: chaya ruchama http://www.aromascope.com/wp/2006/07/10/substitute-sniffer/#comment-582 chaya ruchama Tue, 11 Jul 2006 22:43:30 +0000 http://www.aromascope.com/wp/2006/07/10/substitute-sniffer/#comment-582 What a wonderful job ! The men Chez Meister tend to be purists where their noses are concerned...I will have to locate some of this juice [if not for them, then at least for myself] ! My poor husband has constant olfactory fatigue from my thrusting my cleavage in his face moaning, "smell me, smell me!". Funny...no one else seems to complain about it... Not only are you a keen observer, but a supportive spouse in the bargain. Bravo ! What a wonderful job !
The men Chez Meister tend to be purists where their noses are concerned…I will have to locate some of this juice [if not for them, then at least for myself] !
My poor husband has constant olfactory fatigue from my thrusting my cleavage in his face moaning, “smell me, smell me!”.
Funny…no one else seems to complain about it…
Not only are you a keen observer, but a supportive spouse in the bargain. Bravo !

]]> By: Todd http://www.aromascope.com/wp/2006/07/10/substitute-sniffer/#comment-581 Todd Tue, 11 Jul 2006 18:10:43 +0000 http://www.aromascope.com/wp/2006/07/10/substitute-sniffer/#comment-581 <em>Man!</em> If I ever get down I'll have to remember to come back and read these comments again! Come on now, tell the truth... is this why you bloggers do what you do — all the positive feedback? ;) With all these glowing reviews, I might just have to get an agent. Marina: I'll see what I can do. We "perfume widowers" need to help each other. (Hey, just went to your blog... yow! You need a <acronym title="Not Safe For Work">NSFW</acronym> warning today!) Paul! Your blog is hilarious! I read <em>both</em> posts from the last year and a half, and I demand more! Having worked for an airline credit union and done a lot of traveling, I could definitely identify with the recent post on <a href="http://deliverrants.blogspot.com/2006/06/finality-of-flight.html" title="Finality of Flight" rel="nofollow">the sadistic airline industry</a>, but the one on the <a href="http://deliverrants.blogspot.com/2005/01/licensed-to-watch-tv.html" title="Licensed to Watch TV?" rel="nofollow">goofy Brits</a> was great, too (check 'em out if you haven't, kids!). <blockquote>With Ina's nose out of commission, this is a great opportunity for you to do those things that leave you smelling like axle grease or a microbrewery! (or both!)</blockquote> That reminds me of the time we were in Victoria, BC, and went to the famous Butchart Gardens. After walking through what seemed like endless flower gardens, smelling everything in sight, we came upon a little corner that was on the water. A float plane was just taking off, blowing beautiful petroleum fumes right at us. Sweet relief! Ina could barely tear me away. I'm all for the common post idea! Dare I suggest that you <strong>ladies</strong> give us a subject to write about? (Okay, now I've done it. Don't hate me, Paul!) Man! If I ever get down I’ll have to remember to come back and read these comments again! Come on now, tell the truth… is this why you bloggers do what you do — all the positive feedback? ;) With all these glowing reviews, I might just have to get an agent.

Marina: I’ll see what I can do. We “perfume widowers” need to help each other. (Hey, just went to your blog… yow! You need a NSFW warning today!)

Paul! Your blog is hilarious! I read both posts from the last year and a half, and I demand more! Having worked for an airline credit union and done a lot of traveling, I could definitely identify with the recent post on the sadistic airline industry, but the one on the goofy Brits was great, too (check ‘em out if you haven’t, kids!).

With Ina’s nose out of commission, this is a great opportunity for you to do those things that leave you smelling like axle grease or a microbrewery! (or both!)

That reminds me of the time we were in Victoria, BC, and went to the famous Butchart Gardens. After walking through what seemed like endless flower gardens, smelling everything in sight, we came upon a little corner that was on the water. A float plane was just taking off, blowing beautiful petroleum fumes right at us. Sweet relief! Ina could barely tear me away.

I’m all for the common post idea! Dare I suggest that you ladies give us a subject to write about? (Okay, now I’ve done it. Don’t hate me, Paul!)

]]> By: Vijay aka Maisonstinky http://www.aromascope.com/wp/2006/07/10/substitute-sniffer/#comment-580 Vijay aka Maisonstinky Tue, 11 Jul 2006 17:18:01 +0000 http://www.aromascope.com/wp/2006/07/10/substitute-sniffer/#comment-580 Ina watch out you have competition in your own house :). Todd you did a great job, you really did. Ina watch out you have competition in your own house :).

Todd you did a great job, you really did.

]]> By: Marina http://www.aromascope.com/wp/2006/07/10/substitute-sniffer/#comment-579 Marina Tue, 11 Jul 2006 15:52:21 +0000 http://www.aromascope.com/wp/2006/07/10/substitute-sniffer/#comment-579 That would be great! What should they be writing about? That would be great! What should they be writing about?

]]> By: Elle http://www.aromascope.com/wp/2006/07/10/substitute-sniffer/#comment-578 Elle Tue, 11 Jul 2006 15:35:50 +0000 http://www.aromascope.com/wp/2006/07/10/substitute-sniffer/#comment-578 Just wanted to add my voice to Ina's and say I'd love to see a common post w/ Mr. Columbina and Mr. Aromascope! :-) And, Mr. Aromascope, I'm delighted to be called a lady! So sadly untrue, but so nice to think some misguided soul might think me that. Just wanted to add my voice to Ina’s and say I’d love to see a common post w/ Mr. Columbina and Mr. Aromascope! :-)
And, Mr. Aromascope, I’m delighted to be called a lady! So sadly untrue, but so nice to think some misguided soul might think me that.

]]> By: Ina http://www.aromascope.com/wp/2006/07/10/substitute-sniffer/#comment-577 Ina Tue, 11 Jul 2006 15:31:04 +0000 http://www.aromascope.com/wp/2006/07/10/substitute-sniffer/#comment-577 Paul, I have an idea. How about you and Todd do a common post on both of our blogs? That'd be terrific. ;D And totally uncensored! Paul, I have an idea. How about you and Todd do a common post on both of our blogs? That’d be terrific. ;D And totally uncensored!

]]> By: Paul http://www.aromascope.com/wp/2006/07/10/substitute-sniffer/#comment-576 Paul Tue, 11 Jul 2006 15:23:11 +0000 http://www.aromascope.com/wp/2006/07/10/substitute-sniffer/#comment-576 Todd! Excellent work my fellow other half of a mad-about-perfume wife. I am all in favor of a support group, maybe with a 12-step program and a secret handshake? With Ina's nose out of commission, this is a great opportunity for you to do those things that leave you smelling like axle grease or a microbrewery! (or both!) Paul (AKA Mr Colombina) Todd!

Excellent work my fellow other half of a mad-about-perfume wife.
I am all in favor of a support group, maybe with a 12-step program and a secret handshake?

With Ina’s nose out of commission, this is a great opportunity for you to do those things that leave you smelling like axle grease or a microbrewery! (or both!)

Paul
(AKA Mr Colombina)

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