Olivier Durbano

Photos: Mark Buxton Black Angel

August 25, 2009

The perfumer who’s created world class works for the likes of Comme des Garcons, Karl Lagerfeld, Cartier, Givenchy, Burberry and more has launched his own eponymous line, putting his own name on the label and his own reputation directly on the line. It’s a brave move for a man who’s accustomed to ceding praise and [...]

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Annick Goutal Encens Flamboyant & Parfumerie Generale Aomassai

September 29, 2008

Okay, sure, the House of Representatives voted down the Wall Street Bailout Rescue Bill, the DOW is plunging and financial analysts are tearing their hair out on live television (most likely because they weren’t given that extra time to quit their jobs, seize their portfolios and sell sell sell!), but the world is still turning [...]

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Olivier Durbano Black Tourmaline

September 25, 2008

I had originally tested out Olivier Durbano’s Black Tourmaline (one of three Jewel perfumes — the other two are Rock Crystal and Amethyst) about six months back and had always intended to review it, but somehow never get around to it. Then it popped up in the comments a few weeks ago and I remembered [...]

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Quick Sniffs: Le Labo Aldehyde 44; Olivier Durbano Rock Crystal; Heeley Cuir Pleine Fleur; Indult Tihota

September 20, 2008

If you’re wondering why the sniffers come in fours, it’s because four scents is about the most I can concentrate on properly at one time while having enough body space to prevent scent bleed. I guess I could start spraying my knees and ankles, too, but I think that just might qualify as going overboard [...]

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Bulgari Black

May 29, 2008

I have to admit to being a bit perplexed by the fuss around Bulgari Black. I’d been hearing about it being a dark, almost rubbery fragrance — urban, modern, even edgy. Bois de Jasmin raved about its rubber and smoke, stating that it’s “one of the most sensual fragrances . . . thrilling, smouldering and [...]

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Olivier Durbano

Photos: Mark Buxton Black Angel

Annick Goutal Encens Flamboyant & Parfumerie Generale Aomassai

Olivier Durbano Black Tourmaline

Quick Sniffs: Le Labo Aldehyde 44; Olivier Durbano Rock Crystal; Heeley Cuir Pleine Fleur; Indult Tihota

Bulgari Black

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