Fragrance Belles-Lettres Magazine

Noblesse Luxe Publishing

Ms. Sandrine Videault
Perfumer

It is with great regret to hear the passing of French Perfumer, Sandrine Videault of the house of LesNez Parfums d'Auteurs.

Ms. Videault passed away on July 3, 2013. To her great credit of floral fragrances and olfactory events, she is most famous for her creation of Manoumalia Eau de Toliette.

Not only that, but she is one of the last students of the great Master Perfumer, Edmond Roundnitska.

Ms. Videault too young to leave us too soon will always be remembered by those closest to her and in the world of perfumery her creations will last a lifetime knowing that with each one made, her mind, heart and soul is in each of them.

Fragrance Belles-Lettres Magazine is among her greatest admirers.

With Great Sympathy.






FMH

Noblese Luxe Publishing

INDEPENDENCE DAY GIVEAWAY+REVIEW

West Third Brand, a small artisan perfumery established in 2008 in the heart of the United States is gaining popularity with its spirit-filled brand that so many men and women enjoy.

Today is the 237th birthday which means Independence Day for America and due to this huge occasion, Fragrance Belles-Lettres Magazine introduces the LIBERTE' West Third Brand.

Michael Loring-Probst

Michael Loring-Probst, founder brings this unique perfumery and its sophisticated vintage labels on each bottle with spell bounding scents for young and old.

West Third Brand consist of several collections all with the "ideas and aesthetics of vintage Americana with a fine weave of European splendor".

LIBERTE' a popular brand for West Third Brand has a total of five scents of variations to suit every taste of American history.

My focus today is on AMERIQUE Eau de Toilette. This scent tells the story of our history through insightful and carefully selected notes that speaks to us in a history that we claim our freedom of speech with great pride.

The LIBERTE' Collection of AMERIQUE, OLD BOURBON, SAINT PATRON, VINTAGE LEATHER and VOYAGE DE MER is

"inspired by the independent spirit of the men and women that contribute to our rich history". Beautifully said by Mr. Probst.

AMERIQUE is the fabricate of an American inspired scent with notes of American oak, teak infused with patchouli, cedar notes, mandarin peel, coumarin, clove, ylang-ylang.

Today, Fragrance Belles-Lettres Magazine proudly makes West Third Brand, the Independence Day 2013 perfumery.

Please acknowledge other divine collections by West Third Brand...SMELL*GOOD*DAILY TONIC BODY SPRAY, SOCIETE de SCENTEUR FRAGRANCES and LIBERTE' FRAGRANCES.


To Purchase AMERIQUE Eau de Toilette and other fine fragrances go to www.westthirdbrand.com

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GIVEAWAY: Due to the 4th of July and my most dedicated fans and readers of Fragrance Belles-Lettres Magazine all over the world. I glady present an opportunity to win a full 2 fluid ounce  bottle of AMERIQUE EAU DE TOILETTE.

It is my way of saying THANK YOU!!  and introducing you to an emerging perfumery that will become a household name in a matter of time. I just know it!!

TO ENTER: Please "LIKE" Fragrance Belles-Lettres Magazine on FACEBOOK  and also "LIKE" West Third Brand on FACEBOOK, too. Lastly, please indicate your interest to enter this giveaway of AMERIQUE EAU DE TOILETTE in the COMMENT area under this article.

That's all!!!!

I will be watching for your comments and new "LIKES". It is all of YOU  who keep this magazine alive and well!!!

Good Luck to all who enter!!







FMH

Noblesse Luxe Publishing

Indie Perfume Review

                            BLACKBIRD by House of Matriarch
                                               Packaging is a BIG part of it

   Long gone in my estimation are the days when indie perfumers did not have a voice and place to express their creativity in the perfume industry. Long gone are the days when perfumers were in their basements and selling their scents only to relatives and close friends.

  In recent years the word "indie" in the perfume industry is a ever growing market of wonderful and fabulous perfumers who own boutiques and shops worldwide with customers worldwide and big and bold attitudes that have climbed the scale of high end raw and mixed media ingredients that have been featured by niche online bloggers and  have gotten noticed by mainstream media both television and in glossy magazines.

 I am so happy to be a part of the hugely successful industry that now have their own indie category of perfumers nominated for The Fragrance Foundation's FiFi Award.

Niche perfumes have taken on a new look that challenge those fashion house perfumes and celebrity perfumes.

I know of a perfumer located in the state of Washington whose scents and packaging are a huge part of her remarkable success and from speaking with this perfumer during an email conversation,

"The packaging has to be NICE. There is no room for shortcuts". 

  Christi Meshell, nose and owner of the House of Matriarch has custom coated perfume bottles that sparkle like colorful gems and other extravagant perfume bottles that launch new collections with a spellbounding sensation.

 This brings me to the launch of BLACKBIRD perfume for men. Blackbird has been recognized by Men's Journal Magazine 2013 for being named TOP SCENT and in Sunset Magazine 2013 for BEST OF THE WEST.

 BLACKBIRD perfume created for the men's shop BLACKBIRD in Seattle to honor the "mysterious essence of stylemakers and artists".

 I have a sample and I was immediately transformed into this lush deep but engaging in a lighter version from what its name may implicate.

BLACKBIRD perfume is a scent that many women would enjoy. I wore it and totally forgot that it is made for men.

There is a sweet compelling nature but it is reassured with such rare and exotic aromas that will suit any attire.

I adored the complexity that talked to me with such essences that are not spoken in everyday conversation due to such unique ingredients in a fragrance.

BLACKBIRD will definitely be the center of conversation when asked by those who want to know what consist such an elaborate scent.

Not only will you look good in your attire but if you want to sound even more intelligent tell them it has NW conifers, Puget sound seaweed, black leather, rare oud and cannabis.

 I bet the next time they talk to you, they might just take out paper and pen.

 Remember I spoke about packaging. Well, take some additional notes, BLACKBIRD perfume is offered in various sizes but there are two sizes of 666ml that is SOLD OUT! The 888ml size is going for a whopping $5,000.00! 

 

 I know WOW! So the whole packaging concept apparently works out. It also indicates what kind of customers cater to Christi's quality. Those who spare no expense and who want the best in quality and packaging.

Christi prides herself on creating unique and having one-of-a-kind bottles that will be immortalized in the history of indie perfumery.

Christi is a celebrity in her own right. I am truly glad to know her for many reasons and if anyone knows about indie perfumery, I would feel intimidated if I were a fashion house or a celebrity.

Indie perfumery has such a way of expressing in so many languages to so many people. Intrepretations from those who love to purchase such scents as those of the House of Matriarch always have a story to tell be it the scents, the bottles, the production and having spoken with Christi herself.

It is a win-win situation and no other category can defeat it.

So, for the men's grooming industry. Congratulations! You are into main stream with cutting edge fragrances that are also good to the Earth.

Men, take the plunge...get in the groove and experience the House of Matriarch for yourself and Happy Father's Day.

                              www.matriach.biz.com

Photos: Courtesy of the House of Matriarch









FMH

 

  

Noblesse Luxe Publishing

Book Review


                                 KYPHI an Ancient Egyptian incense
                                   A book about its history

   One of the most ancient perfumes is incense. Its origin began in Ancient Egypt thousands of years ago. Incense used for religious rites in Ancient Egypt continues to bless many churches, mosques and temples today.

   If not used for religious rites, incense are used in homes to radiate a smoky scent that hovers in a mystique way.

  Kyphi: The Sacred Scent is a new paperback book that talks about the incense of Kyphi as being one of the most important scents in Ancient Egypt.

 The Kyphi recipe was lost for thousands of years but author, Karl Vermillion brings it back to life.

 If you are into Egyptologist and want to know more about the origin of incense, then this book is for you.


Kyphi: The Sacred Scent by Karl Vermillion
Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing
Published February 2, 2012
List Price: $19.99
Amazon:  $17.99


Photo: Courtesy of Amazon.com



FMH

Noblesse Luxe Publishing

 Indie Fragrance Review


                                                      CAFE V
                                    by Olympic Orchids

     While staring out the window of my home on this Memorial Day and sipping a cup of coffee. I am reminded of those who have gone before us to protect this great country. If not, I would not be staring out my window at this time sipping a cup of coffee.

       This brings me to my latest discovery of a fragrance that is inspired by Seattle's great coffee houses and how CAFE V came to be.

       I met Ellen Convey, business owner and nose of Olympic Orchids at a fragrance exhibition last year. Olympic Orchids was established in 2010 in the Pacific Northwest designing handcrafted fragrances inspired by orchid flowers.

      Ellen was so inviting and so passionate about telling all about Olympic Orchids that made me become humble in her presence.

      Its not a moment that goes by that I am not seeking the update on the weather. It seems lately that most of the country is being visited by rainstorm after rainstorm.

      My agenda today is not to barbecue but to continue to sip my cup of coffee and take in the aroma of CAFE V Eau de Parfum.

     This wonderful gourmand scent is steamed in a warm concoction of royal essential oils and absolutes to give its entity to the cacao that is truly irresistible.

    Its highs and lows are filtered with dark cacao, spicy chai and mellows to the sweet aroma of vanilla, cream with sustaining wood.

   The sillage reminds me of its long lasting compassion to the non-stop raining moments and how it is created to bring memories in good taste that goes from the morning to the night.

   What is  even more pleasing to me is the cost! This finely crafted scent in my estimation should cost a lot more. I say this because of all that I get from it.

   Its lasting implications are what fine scents are all about. It should be about the story, the history and the lasting memories when worn each time that should warm the heart.

  CAFE V, for men and women is the perfect scent for me today.

  expresso-roast coffee, dark cacao, vanilla, cream, spicy chai, cardamom, leather, wood

  Buying Information: 30 ml EDP spray $40.00 USD; 15ml screw cap bottle parfum $25.00 USD; 5ml refillable travel spray parfum $15.00 USD.

                           www.orchidscents.com


Photo Information: Courtesy of Olympic Orchids perfumery







FMH

  

Noblesse Luxe Publishing


 Italian Olfactory Event 2013


                                                                   SMELL
                                                          Festival dell'Olfatto

     It gives with great pleasure to announce the 4th Edition of the Smell-Festival dell'Olfatto olfactory scent event of 2013.
  
     This amazing event was created by a visionary artist with a passion for scent. Francesca Faruolo's supreme dedication  represents the olfactory culture and art of perfume.

     The Smell-Festival dell'Olfatto takes place in Bologna, Italy from May 21-26, 2013. This year the event is titled The Ephemeral. It expresses through the Ephemeral Perfume Showcase, a sensory exhibit of exclusive offerings of the best selective perfumes. This particular event will take place on May 24th from 6:30pm-11:00pm in the elegant on the 1st floor.

   This event showcases some the world's finest niche perfumes in glorious presentations by perfumers and designers to regally prepared workshops. This year there is even a workshop for children to prepare and introduce them to the world of glorious scents.

    Some of the events require registration and some events do not. So, I would advise going to www.smellfestival.it to get an exclusive look into this amazing scent exhibit. The best in Bologna!










FMH

Noblesse Luxe Publishing

                                

                                                               BYREDO
                         New Spring debut INFLORESCENCE Le Parfum

  Byredo Parfums, best known perfume house by founder and creative director, Ben Gorham made a brilliant and ease of transition from a professional basketball player to having a highly ambitious perfumery in Stockholm (Sweden) where all products are made.

  I love looking at the www.byredo.com website with its neatly skilled black and white format.

  This luxury house is the white-glove of supreme craft and presentation for the niche category of perfumery.

  All debuts of fragrance by Byredo is done with such discretion until its launch. The debut of INFLORESCENCE EAU DE PARFUM is no different.

 This is the launch of my springtime review. Ben Gorham celebrates the beginning of spring with a "wild garden" with a floral scent

"that captures the strength and beauty of is

blossoms"...the peak of perfection.

 Inflorescence Eau de Parfum was made in France and having the luxury of all those florals waving in the air all at once must have conquered ideas for Mr. Gorham to start the spring of 2013 with well scented notes that should be in every garden.

 Byredo Parfums has cornered the global market with its various scents for every appetite and imagination to the fascinating names for the scents created.

Inflorescence Eau de Parfum is composed with some of my favorite flowers such as rose petals, pink freesia, magnolia, lily of the valley and jasmine.

I love the sweetness of jasmine to capture and surround the other scents with amazing harmony.

Truly Inflorencence Eau de Parfum is a spring essence for every warm day.

Information: 100ML Eau de Parfum $220.00 USD

Photo: 100 ml eau de Parfum of Inflorescence courtesy of www.byredo.com





FMH