In the complex and fascinating world of artisan perfumery niche brands, shops are places of olfactory hedonism, a gateway to a different Universe. Just recently, on a rainy day, I found myself in one, soothed by soft lights, meticulously displayed perfume bottles, and obligatory “lounge” corner – in Zagreb, Croatia.
Sheiduna. Sheitan’s bride? A she-dune? Seduction? Is that how they named you, I asked the perfume. Why? It is all of this and more, yet with utmost elegance.…
What a difference a small fruit made! Tangerine! Yesterday, on a rainy Autumn Saturday, I went briefly to the nearest open market, desperately in need of Vitamin C.…
It kind of surprised me, again. I do live in a moderate continental climate, four seasons and all, but still!
Dusky, chilly mornings when you draw in a breath of the crispy smell of Autumn, the olfactory vision of wet ground, cinnamon-colored leaves, rays of sunshine weaving through the clouds, earthy and woody scents soothing your nose: just recently I was reminiscent of Summer, clinging to fresh notes, desperately in need of “Vitamin Sea”.
Enjoy reading my report featuring Grasse, France – published on Naturala. hr! Read the full story (in Croatian) here. “Na drugom kraju prostrane doline, možda dvije milje dalje,…
Just last Sunday my father handed me a few plums, freshly picked from a tree in his garden. Hot and ripe. Like Poison. That luscious, sweet, fruity smell…