Our guest this week is none other than Team USA’s Olympic medal-winning gymnast @asher_hong04! 
Now, amidst the Olympic glory, a video of Asher discussing his love of fragrance went viral on social media. In an interview during the games, Asher revealed he uses specific fragrances for competitions, AND revealed a super-sniffer ability to detect which scent the interviewer was wearing. Clearly… he’s one of us! So, we were thrilled to welcome Asher to On the Scent…
Asher has also posted videos on his Instagram, where a roommate challenged him to smell randomly picked fragrances from his collection, while blindfolded. 
Asher completely nailed the world’s most difficult vault during the U.S. Olympic Gymnastics Trials, then went on and WON a bronze medal for Team USA during the Paris Olympics! 
From a Reuters news report on Asher:
“Most gymnasts would prioritise packing items such as uniforms, tape and hand grips when preparing to compete on the world's biggest stage but inspirational fragrances were on top of American Asher Hong's mind heading to Paris. The 20-year-old has over 70 bottles of perfume in his collection and has brought seven with him to the Games, reflecting the recent social-media-driven rise in fragrance enthusiasm among young adults…”
Asher’s dedication to his sport *and* to somehow finding time for his love of fragrance is quite remarkable, and we can’t wait to hear what fragrances he discovers next. Plus, who else thinks a fragrance brand needs to sponsor Asher?! 
During this episode, Asher talks about…
@givenchybeauty Gentleman 
@sospirointernational Vibrato
@mancera Instant Crush 
@yslbeauty Y eau de parfum 
@mancera Cedrat Boise
@bvlgari Man in Black 
@bvlgari Le Gemme Tygar
@montale Intense Café
@louisvuitton Ombre Nomade 
(We also mention these fragrances we think Asher would love…)
@diptyque Eau de Sens
@marcanotinebarrois Ganymede
@akrofragrances Infuse 
Thank you for being such a great guest, Asher! 

Welcome back for the FIFTH season of our award-winning podcast! What a bumper catch-up we have in store, with Suzy & Nicola reminiscing over some standout showcases and launches, a mini Sniffari (for Nicola’s little ones), what we’ve been wearing, and a wander into the woods for some forest-y fragrances, in answer to a #listenerprescription 
We discuss…
@sanajardin Incense Water 
@bdkparfumsparis Tabac Rose Ambre Saffrano
@ojarofficial Encens Cuivre Wood WhisperRed Redemption 
@boadiceathevictoriousTobacco SapphireAqua Sapphire Valiant 
Atelier @versace Figue Blanche:
@jomalonelondon Blossom Collection fragrances (from earlier this year):Sunlit Cherimoya CologneYellow Hibiscus Cologne
Listener Prescription:
@maisonmargiela Soul of the Forest edp
@walesperfumery Forest
Sonoma Scent Studio Fireside Intense

Suzy is on a fabulous fragrant adventure in Paris so this week we're doing a minipod where we catch up on our joint experience of the opening of the amazing new Trudon store on Monmouth Street in Covent Garden and why we're both swooning over The Experimental Perfume Club's surprising summer scent.

We mention:

@trudon Aphelie
@experimentalperfume club Pistachio Haiku

What happens if you lose your sense of smell - through Covid or any other reason? Why does it happen, what can you do to improve it, and where can you get help? As @outspokenbeautynicola knows, it can be scary, completely debilitating and even trigger depression and anxiety. But don’t panic - you are NOT alone, and help IS out there. We’ll explain all (with links to organisations and resources in our notes, below) in this episode…

Fragrances that make us feel better:

Nicola:
@clarinsuk Eau Dynamisante
@tothefairestlondon Cécile

Suzy:
@skinalchemists Equilibrium Pulse Point Oil
@lilanurparfums Tubereuse Attar Absolu
@sanajardin Venus of Verbena
@honore.payan Vetyver Eau de Toilette


Article on why some people lose their sense of smell with Covid, by @gavialliance

https://www.gavi.org/vaccineswork/why-covid-19-makes-you-lose-your-sense-smell-and-how-get-it-back

Improving your sense of smell / Further help

Not only for people who’ve lost their sense of smell through Covid - for anyone with an impaired sense of smell or taste

AbScent: https://abscent.org

Step 1: ‘Find out where your sense of smell is today. Use the AbScent self-assessment form, here. You won’t know if you are improving if you don’t know where you’ve started.’

Step 2: Smell Train. There are full instructions for making your own Smell Training Kit, here. Or, if you prefer, you can purchase a pre-assembled Smell Training Kit.

Step 3: Take note of your experiences. AbScent provide a guide for keeping notes and a downloadable diary.

You can also now use the online Snif App – to ‘guide and instruct users so that each smell training session is consistent and productive.’

Fifth Sense https://www.fifthsense.org.uk are another excellent resource for anyone who has an impaired sense of smell, through Covid, other illness or trauma, or from birth.

They also have a whole section of their website dedicated to smell training, using things you have around your home, along with excellent resources on further advice and gaining medical help.

https://www.fifthsense.org.uk/smell-training/

Losing your sense of taste
A FREE cookbook by @lifekitchencookery, called Taste & Flavour, has been written to help those who’ve lost their sense of smell - following Covid, or for any other reason your taste & smell is impaired.

You can download a copy, here:

https://lifekitchen.co.uk/product/taste-flavour-digital-book/

Don’t suffer in silence - losing your sense of smell or having it change is scary and debilitating. Try not to panic, contact the organisations above and medical professionals, if it’s not getting any better, and seek help & support. It is out there, and you’re not alone. X

We regularly get sent the most incredible & emotionally revealing messages from you, our lovely listeners, and sharing them in our first ‘scented stories’ episode (number 56) provoked a huge outpouring of support and admiration. Well, grab the tissues again because we’ve got more for you, plus of course our perfume prescriptions for your fragrance dilemmas!

Here are the fragrances we mention…

Nicola’s perfumed pairing: @sergeslutens Fleur d’Oranger + @matierepremiereparfums Neroli Oranger

@kingdomscotland Portal
£25 per Sample Set (4 x 2ml)
www.kingdomscotland.com

@ateliercologne Atelier Cologne Lemon Island

@profumumroma Dulcis in Fundo

@jeroboamperfumes Insulo

@shayandbluelondon Blood Oranges

@erisparfums Green Spell

@czechandspeake Villa Ausonia

(PS: We think Ana meant Serges Lutens Fleurs D’Oranger as Histoire D’Orangers is a L’Artisan Parfumeur fragrance)

@arquiste Architect’s Club

Etat Libre d’Orange Fils de Dieu du riz et des agrumes

@jovoyparis Fire At Will - samples available in U.K. @jovoymayfair & online: jovoyparis.uk

@tothefairestlondon Cécile

@guerlains Shalimar Philtre & Shalimar Soufflé

In this episode we're exploring the world of hair fragrances. Suzy starts by delving into the history of perfuming one's hair and chats about the fashion for powdering wigs with beautiful scents and a beautiful smelling woman who was heralded as a witch and very sadly burnt at the stake. (You can smell like her today!)
We then go on to chat about our favourite scented products and perfumes for hair.

Here's what we mention:

Suzy’s Favourites:

@officialbyredo Byredo Blanche Hair Perfume

@penhaligons_london Penhaligon’s Halfeti Hair Perfume

@diptyque Diptyque Hair Mist Eau de Sens

@hairbysammcknight Sam McNight Lazy Girl Dry Shampoo

@arkiveheadcare Arkive by Adam Reed
The New Form Blow Dry Spray

@jvnhair JVN Complete Air Dry Cream

@shewolfhaircare SheWolf
Inca Oil Hydrating Shampoo / Conditioner
Tsubaki Smoothing Hair Oil

@weareparadoxx Paradoxx Repair 3-in-1 Conditioner

Nicola's Favourites:

@fredericmalle Portrait of A Lady Hair Mist

@millerharris Scherzo Hair Mist

@fableandmane shampoo and conditioner

@kerastase_official Fresh Affair Dry Shampoo

@Davines_uk Dry Texture Spray

Settle in, because in this episode we’re sharing just some of the incredibly personal and utterly wonderful stories from you, our listeners, on how fragrance has truly helped enhance your lives. From some who never realised scent could be so moving, to others who’ve reconnected to their perfume passion, we’ll also be answering questions with our prescriptions.

So, grab a cuppa (or a cold glass of Rosé!) and some tissues, because this one is something of an emotional rollercoaster ride…

What we’ve been wearing:

Nicola’s been wearing
@tothefairestlondon Cécile
@penhaligons_london Orange Blossom

Suzy’s been wearing
@tothefairestlondon Aubine


Listener Prescriptions:

@matierepremiereparfums Radical Rose & Neroli Oranger
@sergeslutens Fleur d’Oranger
@guerlain Mitsouko
@chanel.beauty Le Lion
@erisparfums Scorpio Rising (available in U.K. from @sainte.cellier)
@papillon_artisan_perfumes Hera
@ormondejayne Woman
@maisonalaia Alaïa (the original in black bottle)
@escentric_molecules Escentric 05
@vilhelm_parfumerie A Lilac a Day
@aerinbeauty Lilac Path
@lalique Perles de Lalique
@cleanbeauty_collective Clean Reserve Warm Cotton
@acquadiparma_official Essenza

This episode is in partnership with @Penhaligons
In this quintessentially British adventure we explore Penhaligon's royal connections, scandalous Portraits and Sports Car Club launch. Prepare for scented snippets throughout history, the Bridgerton like characters who make up the dazzling Portrait collection and rev your engine for the most sublime (limited edition) fragrance and its regal launch at Blenheim Palace.
As we explore these fragrances with tantalising stories, we'll be accompanied by a thoroughly regal and atmospheric soundtrack. So prepare to dive into a collection of fragrances whose historic influences never detract from their thrilling modernity.

Here's what we mention:

Blenheim Bouquet
Hammam Bouquet
Bluebell
Elizabethan Rose
The Favourite
The Coveted Duchess Rose
The Tragedy of Lord George
Revenge of Lady Blanche
Much Ado About the Duke
Sports Car Club

In this extra special episode we’re joining Suzy (and @aliceduparcq!) on a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the rose harvest in Grasse. Matière Premiere are an incredible fragrance house, who showcase in their scents the raw materials that are the cornerstones of perfumery. Rose has particular meaning for Aurélien Guichard, as we’ll discover, being the only perfumer in the world to own his own rose fields. So join us we journey (literally) from field to flaçon, in search of Radical Rose…

PS: We’ll be putting up some stories & images on Instagram @onthescentpodcast when this episode goes out, so you can see exactly what Suzy got to experience.

…And to smell-along, why not purchase a little bottle of the scent the petals they picked actually go in to?!

Radical Rose 6ml bottle (which lasts really well) is €30 matiere-premiere.com

Of course, if you’ve swooned and are fully seduced, you can dive into the whole rose field with a full-size 100ml bottle - also available @theofficialselfridges & @harrodsbeauty

#notsponsored #notanad #justsharingtheexperience

This week we’re looking ahead to men’s fragrance gift ideas for Father’s Day - and beyond. If you’re buying for a dad, a father figure, your partner or a special man in your life, or perhaps a treat for yourself, our special (recent award-winning!) guest, Haydn Williams, has ideas for everyone.

Although Haydn’s full time career is in the music business, his second passion is scent. The men’s fragrance and grooming writer for Grazia, and fragrance blogger on Instagram as @yousmellgreatwhatisit, Haydn recently won Newcomer Award at this year’s Jasmine Awards!

What our fathers’ wore:

Nicola:
@ncp_layering NCP Olfactives
@penhaligons_london Sports Car Club
@davidoffparfums Cool Water


Suzy:
Birth father - @oldspice Old Spice
Stepdad - @bentleymotors Bentley Momentum

Listener Prescription…

Haydn’s suggestions:
@latelierparfum L’Atelier Parfum Verte Euphorie
@sunspelclothing Sunspel Neroli Sun

Suzy’s / Nicola’s suggestions:
@escentricmolecules Escentric Molecule 01 + Mandarin
@czechandspeake Czech & Speake Villa Ausonia

Haydn’s Father’s Day Gift Guide:
@jomalonelondon Jo Malone Forest Moss

@jusboxpetfumes Jusbox Good Morning

@acquadiparma_official Acqua di Parma C.L.U.B.

@horace.co Horace Soap Bar Trio

@millerharris Miller Harris Mandarin Candle

(Suzy also loves @neomorganics Happiness candle!)

In this episode Suzy and Nicola explore the refreshing and uplifting world of citrus scents. These are scents that bring instant joy and energy and feel perfect as we enter the summer months although as you'll find out, some of them have a deeper and more sultry side too.

Nicola’s List:

@matierepremiere Neroli Oranger

@floralstreet_ Grapefruit Candle


Suzy’s List:

@lancomeofficial O de Lancôme

@rochasofficial Eau de Rochas

@ruthmastenbroekperfume Dagian

@cloonkeen Lá Bealtaine

@escentric_molecules Escentric Molecules 01+ Mandarin

@vancleefarpels Néroli Amara

@millerharris Tea Tonique

@moltonbrown Flora Luminare EDT

@shayandbluelondon Blood Oranges

@lalique Soleil Vibrant

@tomford Soleil Brulant

In this episode we’re having a good old catch up, chatting about the glitz & glam of the recent Jasmine Awards (and what people were wearing on the red carpet), plus we’ll be delving into the world of celebrity fragrances. With new launches from Billie Eilish, Rihanna & Kylie, are celebrity fragrances ‘cool’ again…?

Nicola’s been wearing:
@fugazzifragrances In Love With the Cocos
@matierepremiereparfums Neroli Oranger
@e11even_fragrance E11even

Suzy’s been wearing:
@chanelofficial Le Lion
@matierepremiereparfums Parisian Musc

@fragrancefoundationuk Fragrance Foundation Awards 2022:

@aliceduparcq Alice du Parcq Creativity Award - Desert Island Spritz, Sali Hughes episode

@jofairley Jo Fairley Literary Award - When Soap Equals Hope, @theperfumesociety The Scented Letter Magazine

@wewearperfume We Wear Perfume Practical Guide Award - Exhilaration in a Bottle, the mood boosting power of citrus

@yousmellgreatwhatisit Haydn Williams Rising Star Award - High Culture: When Art Meets Sense for @rakessense magazine

@experimentalperfumeclub Independent Fragrance Award, Iris Carmin

@fredericmalle Synthetic Jungle - Perfume Extraordinaire

@maisonfranciskurkdijan Collection Cologne Forte - Best New Fragrance Collection

Best Celebrity Fragrances mentioned:

@billieeilish Eilish

@kylieminogue Darling

@fentybeauty Rihanna Fenty

@sarahjessicaparker SJP Stash / Lovely

Adam Levine Woman

@arianagrande Cloud

@britneyspearsfragrances Fantasy

@katyperry Indi

@kimkardashian Pure Honey

@jlo Glow

@joancollinsdbe I Am Woman

@davidbeckham Instinct

Sean John Unforgivable

In this episode Suzy and Nicola delve into the wondrous world of Sandalwood. After a brief chat about its captivating history and how incredibly precious it is, Suzy leads us on a journey of discovery, exploring a true smorgasbord of Sandalwood fragrances that are all very different but equally amazing.

Fragrances mentioned:

Sana Jardin Sandalwood Temple

DS&Durga Radio Bombay

Guerlain Samsara

Serges Lutens Santal Majuscule

Le Labo Santal 33

Kierin NYC Santal Sky

Diptyque Tam Dao

Tom Ford Santal Blush

Versace Crystal Noir

Commes des Garçons Concrete

This week we’re bursting with juicy newness inspired by ‘the goddess of flowers and hell’ by Boujee Bougies, an affordable niche French brand we’ve fallen madly for, Nicola’s art-infused reverie at Diptyque’s sublime new store, her personal concierge experience at Liberty’s Fragrance Lounge; and a press trip to Paris where The Harmonist matched a perfume to Suzy’s personality! 

We’ve also got suggestions for a very personal #perfumeprescription question from a listener seeking scents to make sense (and celebrate) an unexpected new chapter her life has taken…

We discuss:
@boujeebougies Infleurno
@maisonlouismarie No.13 Nouvelle Vague
Maison Louis Marie No. 9 Vallée de Farney
Maison Louis Marie No.2 Le Long Fond 
Maison Louis Marie Antidriss Cassis
@diptyque Maison Diptyque 107 New Bond Street, London.
@libertylondon Fragrance Lounge 
@theharmonist 
You can discover your ‘element’ & fragrance suggestions on their website, too: https://www.theharmonist.com/pages/find-your-element
 Suzy was ‘Yin Metal’ & chose… @theharmonist Royal Earth
#perfumeprescriptions
@isalarignon_parfums Isabelle Larignon Milky Dragon(All suggestions available @luckyscent in America, this one also @sainte.cellier in the U.K.) 
@matierepremiere French Flower
@bogue_profumo MAAIBy Antonio Gardoni (also available @slickboys in the U.K.) 
@ellak Cri du Kalahari 

In this episode we talk about some of the fragrances that we have been wearing and loving this month, from an oil that is perfect for evenings to a rose fragrance that literally explodes on the skin. Then we delve into some of your fabulous prescription questions.



Nicola’s List:

@rochasofficial Rochas Femme
@e11even_fragrance E11even
@matierepremiereparfums Radical Rose / Neroli Oranger
@sofragrance Truffle Cream

Suzy’s List:

@lalique Lalique Soleil Vibrant
@bdkparfumsparis BDK Ambre
@ormondejayne Ormonde Jayne Damask
@initioparfumsprive Initio Atomic Rose
@florislondon Floris Chypress


Listener Prescriptions:

@guerlain Guerlain Mitsouko
@ormondejayne Ormonde Jayne Woman
@diorbeauty Dior Diorling

It’s time for us to delve into the many messages and DMs you send us, asking for help to solve your perfume problems with our scented suggestions, and this week we’ve everything from someone who’s been dreaming of a particular perfume for years and wants to know if there’s a replacement; a burlesque performer searching for the next va-va-voom fragrance to match her act, and a listener who’s requested the scent of a priest being snogged beneath an orange blossom tree…

Fragrances mentioned during the episode:


@papillon_artisan_perfumes Papillon Salome:

@emanuelungaroparis Emanuel Ungaro Diva

@mauboussin_perfumes Mauboussin

@etatlibredorange Etat Libre d’Orange Une Amourette

@sergeslutens Serges Lutens Fleur d’Oranger

@kilianparis Good Girl Gone Bad

@bloomperfumery Bloom Perfumery (Covent Garden) bloomperfume.com

@elemis_uki Frangipani Monoi Body Oil

@fragonardparfumeurofficial Fragonard Soleil £39 for 50ml edp at M&S @marksandspencerbeautypr

@amouageofficial Amouage Woman

@florislondon Floris Honey Oud

@diptyque Solid Perfumes

@glossier Glossier You Solid Perfume

@jomalonelondon Jo Malone London Solid Perfumes

@aftelier Mandy Aftel Solid Perfumes (in sterling silver cases, also available in exquisite one-off antique compacts & cases)

@jolovesofficial Fragrance Paintbrushes

We are absolutely thrilled to have legendary makeup artist, founder and fellow fragrance fanatic @trishmcevoy as our guest for this brand new episode of the podcast! Anyone who has stepped up to a Trish McEvoy counter cannot fail to fall in love with her fragrances, too, and here we delve deep into their inspirations and the emotions they conjure.

During our so-insightful chat with Trish, we not only got to hear about her working relationship with the incredible perfumer Honorine Blanc, but how Trish grew up surrounded by fragrance in an artistic family, and treasured childhood memories of her grandmother (who owned a perfumery). We just know you’re going to adore listening - as we did - learning so much more about Trish and her fragrant journey…

(Fragrances Trish mentions during the episode):

@guerlain Shalimar

@chanelofficial Chanel No.5 / Cristalle

Jean Desprez Bal à Versailles

Jean Patou 1000

Diane Von Furstenberg Tatiana

Antonia’s Flowers

Trish McEvoy No. 3 Snowdrop & Crystal Flowers

Trish McEvoy No. 9 Blackberry & Vanilla Musk

Trish McEvoy Fragrance X

In this episode Suzy and Nicola explore affordable and simply beautiful fragrances that are perfect for Spring. Whether you feel like a fragrant change or are longing for a perfume that encapsulates the spirit of the season but don't want to spend a fortune, this episode for you.

Nicola's list:

@loccitane_uk_ire Cherry Blossom

@isseymiyakeparfums A Drop d’Issey

@clarinsuk Eau Dynamisante

Suzy’s List:

@yardleylondonuk Bluebell & Sweetpea

@marksandspencerfashionpr Discover Intense Orange Blossom & Amber

M&S Apothecary Breathe

M&S Provenance Calm After the Storm

@rogergallet Fleur de Figuier Intense

@sofragrance SO Unique Cashmere, Pink Pear & Tiaré Flower

@andotherstories Humlegården Cotton

@4711 Gift Set: Original Eau de Cologne, Floral Collection Jasmine, Rose & Lilac

@shayandbluelondon Black Tulip

A night-blooming flower that’s been called the diva of the fragrance world, and which Victorian ladies were forbidden to wear in case it caused ‘amorous madness’, the tuberose is an addictive, often divisive and irrefutably hypnotic ingredient which we’ll fully explore in today’s Fragrant Focus episode…

@rpparfums Robert Piguet Fracas

@sergeslutens Tubereuse Criminelle

@sergeslutensDempteuse Encagee

@diptyque Do Son Eau de toilette / Hand Cream

@fredericmalle Carnal Flower Eau de Parfum

@ramonmonegal Kiss My Name Eau de Parfum

@lacoste L.12 12. Eau de Toilette

Giovanna Antonelli 611 Extremo Eau de Parfum (from @shymimosaperfumery)

@guccibeauty Gucci Bloom Eau de Parfum

@hermes Twilly d’Hermès Eau de Parfum

@armanibeauty Giorgio Armani My Way Eau de Parfum

@matierepremiereparfums French Flower Eau de Parfum

Following on from our evocative scent memories episode, today we’re indulging in some of our favourite fragranced products that aren’t perfumes, but which we love to slather on and surround ourselves with whenever we can!

Suzy’s List:

@letpetitmarseillais Le Petit Marseillais Extra Gentle Orange Blossom Organic Shower Cream

@escentric_molecules Escentric Molecules Escentric 05 Body Wash

@rogergallet Roger & Gallet Cédrat Shower Gel

@aromatherapyassociates Aromatherapy Associates Deep Relax / Forest Bath & Shower Oils

@modernbotany Modern Botany Deodorant

@fredericmalle Frédéric Malle Portrait of a Lady Body Butter

@urbanveda Urban Veda Rose + Botanics Reviving Body Lotion

@officine_universelle_buly Officine Universelle Buly 1803 Huile Antique Damask Rose Dry Body Oil

@e11even_fragrance e11even Multi Use Fragrance Oil

@sarahchapmanlondon Sarah Chapman Overnight Facial Skin Elixir

@huskandseedskincareuk Husk & Seed Overnight Replenishing Oil

@penhaligons_london Penhaligon’s Luna Soap

@loccitane_uk_ire L’Occitane Shea Butter Hand Cream

@method_uk Method All-Purpose Anti Bacterial Cleaner in Wild Rhubarb

@fabulosa_cleaning Fabulosa Multi-Purpose Anti Bacterial Spray Wild Rhubarb

Stone’s Beeswax Furniture Cream

Nicola’s List:

@emmahardieskincare moringa balm

@nivea_uk creme moisturiser

@eucerin_uk age spot correcting hand cream

@thisworks stress check hand shield

@aromatherapyassociates revive

@loccitane_uk_ire.shea butter hand cream

@loccitane_uk_ire almond shower oil

@renkincare Moroccan rose Otto body oil

@aurelia firm and revitalise dry body oil

Smell and memory are so entwined - we bet most of you have had an experience of smelling something and suddenly being propelled back in the past. Smell is the only sense fully formed in the womb, a super-power we possess that’s the closest thing to time travel. So, this episode is a little bit different, in that we’re indulging in our personal scent memories - some of our favourite smells in the whole world, which don’t happen to be fragrances.

What are yours, we wonder…?

Nicola:
Guinea Pigs
Horses
Family
Hot water Bottles
Cold
Washing Powder
Forests
Night-blooming jasmine


Suzy:
Privet Hedges
Books
Vanilla
Cat’s ears
Vick’s Vapo Rub
Linden Blossom Trees
Vetiver
Freshly washed bed linen
My favourite leather jacket
Petrichor
My father’s roses
Forests
Bonfires / wood fires

In celebration of National Fragrance Day we're publishing a documentary about Frederic Malle's Portrait of A Lady that Nicola made for her other podcast Outspoken Beauty. It is a true love letter to the fragrance and features Frederic Malle himself. Suzy heard this before she met Nicola. She has since said that the minute she heard it, she knew that the two of them could be friends.....the rest as they say is history.
We so hope you enjoy listening to this!

We had so many rose fragrances to talk about that there was no way that we could fit them all into one episode so welcome to rose part two. Suzy has a wonderfully varied list of rose fragrances to tantalise you, from deep, dark and smokey to light, frivolous and whimsical.
Here's what we talk about:
@paulsmithdesign Rose
@ostens_official Rose Oil Isparta
@jovoymayfair Rose Millésime
@chantecailleuk Derby Rose
@maisonfranciskurkdjian À La Rose
@parfumsdemarly Delina & Delina La Rosée
@cloonkeen Roisin Dubh
@etro ManRose
@moschino Toy Boy
@maisonfranciskurkdjian L’homme À La Rose
@penhaligons_london Halfetti
@ruthmastenbroekperfume Firedance
@lancomeofficial Rose Peonia
@matierepremiereparfums Radical Rose
@ateliermateri Rose Ardoise

Often called ‘The Queen of flowers’, the rose can be either a symbol of purity with an innocent scent, or of wild passion, with a dash of accidental Roman murder thrown in for good measure. Either way, we’ve been obsessed by the scent of roses for centuries, with classical and contemporary perfumers alike vying to capture these magnificent blooms.

From Cleopatra’s carpet of petals to the rose fields of Grasse, from lipsticks to leather-clad naughtiness; love or hate the ingredient: we’re inviting you to indulge your fragrant fantasies and roll around in rose petals to your heart’s content… PS: We’ve SO many roses to explore we’re going to have to split this rose perfume special into two parts. Maybe three. Oh, let’s face it – it could be twenty if we chatter as much as usual, but whatever your favourite rose fragrance, we hope you enjoy!

@animavinciofficial Anima Vinci Rose Prana

Perfumer’s Workshop Tea Rose

@yslbeautyYSL Paris

@lancomeofficial Lancôme Tresor

@jomalonelondon Jo Malone Red Roses

@fredericmalle Frédéric Malle Lipstick Rose
Frédéric Malle Une Rose
Frédéric Malle Portrait of a Lady
Frédéric Malle Rose Cuir

@millerharris Miller Harris Rose Silence

@parlemoideparfum Parle Moi de Parfum Une Tonne de Roses

@floralstreet_ Neon Rose

@officialbyredo Byredo Rose of No Man’s Land

@lush Lush Rose Jam

Fresh from the amazing adventures of @barnesfragrancefair, Suzy goes through the fragrances (and an incredible candle) she chose for her talk with @aliceduparcq, some of the events she attended, the amazing brands and people she met (and a few purchases she made along the way...)

Nicola recounts the fabulous launch she attended (and picks which perfumes she predicts Suzy will love), her husband Chris gets emotional over Elnett hairspray, and we help a listener trying to find a long-lost love...   

Suzy mentions: 

@jusbox fragrances Scented Revolutions event, with the founders Chiara Valdo and Andrea Valdo interviewed by Haydn @yousmellgreatwhatisit in the @olympicstudios – with Amanda’s husband Roger Miles (who owns the Olympic Records shop opposite) choosing tracks that had been recorded at the studio, while we sniffed along. Suzy was particularly moved by the pairing of Sirens & Sailors with Joan Armatrading’s Love & Affection.  

@rndl.ltd Candles & Canapes event – Suzy sadly couldn’t attend this event, but did get to taste the glorious food Jack’s brother Joe had prepared, using individual ingredients from the London Nights candle in the gastronomic extravaganza. Suzy purchased vintage perfume bottle, 

@perfino aromatherapy pomander necklace, with their Breathe aromatherapy blend. 

@sun.dayoflondon Afar – Suzy and Jo Fairley were obsessed by this scent! 

@nancymeiland Lupin Meadow – This was the scent Suzy wore to the fair (perfect for Spring and Summer.) 

For her talk, Suzy chose: @tothefairestlondon Aubine @boujeebougies  Verdant @beaufortlondon Fathom V  @ostens_official Illuminations Jasmine Candle   

Alice’s list: @olfactive_o Citrus@mayanjie Tropica@gallivant.stories Nida@rndl.ltd London Nights candle 

Nicola talks about her favourite fragrances from the @omanluxury launch – she adored Paramor, and thinks Suzy will love Dejan. 
#perfumeprescription answers: @hermes L'Ombre des Merveilles @mabelle_orama Lunar Dust 

In this episode we have great fun answering your brilliant prescriptions and there are lots of fabulous fragrance recommendations that we're sure many of you will want to try.

Here's what we mention:

Suzy is wearing:
@initioparfumsprive Atomic Rose

Nicola is wearing:
@isseymiyakeparfums a drop d’Issey


Answers to Listener Questions:

@perfumersworkshop Tea Rose

@jovoymayfair Rose Millésime

@chantecailleuk Darby Rose / Pétales

@erisparfums Green Spell

@juliettehasagun Not a Perfume

@commesdesgarconsparfums Amazing Green

@modernbotany Deodorant

@latelierparfums Vert Euphorie

@cpparfums Christian Provenzano Esprit de Oud

@animavinciofficial Oud Delight

@fugazzifragrances Goudh (from the Discovery Set - we purchased ours from @cultbeauty where they’re £18 instead of £30 at the time of recording)

@jomalonekondon Oud & Bergamot Cologne Intense

@sanajardin Berber Blonde

@parfumsdemarly Safanad

@eliesaabworld Le Parfum

@neelavermeirecreations Ashoka (our listener who asked the question lives in Poland, and they do ship within the EU)

@isseymiyakeparfums a drop d’Issey (also checked available in Poland!)

@guerlain Shalimar Souffle de Parfum

@diptyque Eau Duelle eau de parfum

@dsanddurga Radio Bombay


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In this episode we’re delving into our fragrant bookshelves for some recommended reading on the subject of scent. From perfume guides and fascinating historic snippets to more academic studies that will blow your mind, we’ve even some suggestions for fragrantly-themed novels. Whatever your level of interest, there’s a book out there for you, so if you’re ready to feed your fragrant frenzy, get ready to join us down the rabbit hole…

PS: SO many others on Suzy’s list to recommend (and still read!) but worry not, we’ll be adding to the list in the coming weeks with even more book-related episodes.

Fragrant Books We Mention:


Perfumes: The A-Z Guide by Luca Turin & Tania Sanchez

Perfume: The Story of a Murderer by Patrick Süskind

Scent & Subversion: Decoding a Century of Subversive Perfume, by Barbara Herman

Perfume: A Century of Scents by Lizzie Ostrum

Perfume: In search of your signature scent by Neil Chapman

The Perfume Companion: The Definitive Guide to Choosing Your Next Scent by Sarah McCartney & Samantha Scriven

Nose Dive: A Field Guide to the World’s Smells by Harold McGee

Thirteen Ways to Smell a Tree by David George Haskell

The Perfume Collector by Kathleen Tessaro

The Perfume Thief by Timothy Shaffert

In this episode we're talking about some of the fragrances that we can't get enough of at the moment including the scent of a cleansing balm that is making Suzy very happy indeed. Then it's over to you and the brilliant prescriptions that you've been asking for.

Here's what we talk about in this episode:

Nicola’s fragrant loves:

@histoiredeparfums This is Not a Blue Bottle 1.6
@sanajardin Incense Water / Vanilla Nomad
@amanshop Purifying Pulse Point Remedy
@aromatherapyassociates Deep Relax Bath & Shower Oil

Suzy’s fragrant loves:

@prada Infusion d’Iris
@lejardinretrouve Mousse Arashiyama Mousse Arashiyama
@damesanddimes Chocolate Orange Cleansing Balm / Midnight Blue Recovery Balm
@sanajardin Berber Blonde candle
@boujeebougies Queen Jam candle

Listener Questions Perfume Prescriptions:

@sergeslutens Jeux de Peau
@parlemoideparfum Milky Musk
@januaryscentproject Selperniku

@lelabofragrances Rose 31

@cire.trudon Ernesto candle
@commedesgarconsparfums Series 3 Incense Avignon

@officialbyredo Mumbai Noise
@cacharelparfums Noa

Something is clearly in the air, as we’ve had more requests for an episode on this ingredient than anything else. Iris fragrances can smell clean as freshly laundered linen, soft and supple as suede, or beckon the boudoir with hints of lipstick, powdered skin and hastily discarded silky underthings. Exploring the mythology and perfume history of iris, we’ll be looking at some classic scents and brand new fragrances showcasing this fascinating ancient note that’s fashionable again.

What IS it about iris we’re all craving…?


Fragrances mentioned:


@chanelofficial No19

@sergeslutens Iris Silver Mist

@prada Infusion d’Iris

@penhaligons_london Iris Prima

@ormondejayne Vanille d’Iris

@juliettehasagun Lipstick Fever

@maisoncrivelli Iris Malikhân

@arianagrande God is a Woman

@escentric_molecules Molecule 01 + Iris

We’re utterly thrilled our guest for this episode is @salihughes - a hugely influential journalist with her regular Guardian column, a broadcaster, author of the books Pretty Honest & Pretty Iconic, and who can often be found ferreting around in celebrities’ bathrooms for her fascinating YouTube series ‘In the Bathroom With…’ As if that wasn’t enough, she’s also Co-founder of @thebeautybanks - an organisation that gets donations of self-care and hygiene products directly to those in need.

We could have talked to Sali for hours, but in this episode we’re delving deep into the fragrances Sali uses in her emotionally-supportive toolkit. We just know you’re going to LOVE listening to this joyous (and often revealing) discussion.

Fragrances that formed part of Sali’s childhood:

@yardleylondonuk English Lavender
@officialbiba perfume (1970s)
@diorbeauty Miss Dior (the original)


The scents Sali uses now as…

Signature scents:
@chanelofficial No5
@yslbeauty Rive Gauche
@fredericmalle L’Eau D’Hiver

Confidence-boosters:
@chanelofficial Coco
@ormondejayne Ormonde Woman
@guerlain Mitsouko
Va-va-voom sexy (for herself):
@celine Nightclubbing

Immediately calming:
@johnsonsbabyuk Baby Lotion
@nivea_uk Creme
@fredericmalle Cologne Indélébile

Wild card:
@heeleyofficial L'Amandiere Extraits


Find out more about @thebeautybanks & how you can help: https://www.beautybanks.org.uk

Read Sali’s books:

Pretty Honest https://tinyurl.com/PrettyHonest

Pretty Iconic https://tinyurl.com/PrettyIconic

In this episode Suzy and Nicola talk through some of the fragrances that they're wearing at the moment and why they feel so right at the moment. They also answer some of your brilliant prescription questions. Oh and there is slightly hysterical chat about the behaviour of ducks and pigeons.....it needs to be heard to be believed!
Here's what they mention:


What Suzy’s Been Wearing:

@honore.payan Patchouli Original

@papillon_artisan_parfums Anubis

@ysl Black Opium Illicit Green

@bdkparfumsparis Amber Saffrano

@ateliermateri Cacao Porcellina


What Nicola’s Been Wearing:

@theperfumersstory Amber Molecule

@maisonfranciskurkdjian Aqua Universalis

@penhaligons_london Constance


Listener Prescriptions

@alexandermcqueen Luminous Orchid:

@exnihiloparis Venenum Kiss:

Jean Desprez Bal à Versailles

@etatlibredorange Putains des Palaces

Recycling perfume bottles / vials advice:

https://recycleright.org.uk/item/perfume-bottles/

The Perfume Shop recycling scheme:

https://www.theperfumeshop.com/recycling-service

If you think fragrances with ‘chocolate’ listed as a note are all childish, sickly and unsophisticated, we’re serving up some suggestions that are incredibly chic, overtly opulent or simmering with unrestrained naughtiness.

Renowned epicurean Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin (1755-1826) once said: “Those who have been too long at their labor, who have drunk too long at the cup of voluptuousness, who feel they have become temporarily inhumane, who are tormented by their families, who find life sad and love ephemeral… they should all eat chocolate and they will be comforted.” And we say: that works in fragrant form, too. Allow yourself to get addicted to these…

Fragrances Mentioned:

@jomalonelondon Blue Agava & Cacao

@muglerofficial Angel

@lartisanparfumeur Piment Brulant

@cartier Baiser du Dragon

@tomford Black Orchid

@britneyspearsfragrances Fantasy

@pacorabanne Black XS for Her

@arquiste Anima Dulcis

@shayandbluelondon Sea Salt Caramel

@strangeloveny meltmyheart

@chanelofficial Les Exclusifs de Chanel Coromandel

@rabot1745 Koray £28 for 50ml edp (from @hotelchocolat)

Al-Rehab Choco Musk

@akrofragrances Dark

@ateliermateri Cacao Porcelana

@diorbeauty Vanilla Diorama

@houseofsarahbaker Loudo

@sofragrance Unique Truffle Cream

@tothefairestlondon Ordre Cosmique

Sometimes we all need an extra boost of confidence, and in this episode we’re going to reveal some of the perfumes on our ‘Power List’ – the scents we spray to make us feel completely INVINCIBLE! Plus, we answer another of your questions… we’re getting through them! Still some more to go, but we’ve not forgotten: we simply had SO many last time.

Please keep sending your DMs @onthescentpodcast - we really appreciate them, and love reading your messages & the reviews you leave on podcast platforms. Thank you!

Nicola’s Power List:

@fredericmalle Portrait of a Lady

@rpparfums Robert Piguet Visa

@lelabofragrances Another 13

Paloma Picasso

@guerlain Mitsouko

Suzy’s Power List:

@fredericmalle Superstitious

@mauboussin_parfums

@caronparisofficiel

@paul_schutze Tears of Eros

@beaufortlondon Vi et Armis

Listener Prescription:

Montana Parfum de Peau
@mauboussin_parfums

It's a brand new year and whilst Suzy and Nicola are very much looking forward to exploring what fragrant treats 2022 has to offer, they also felt that they needed to reflect on some of their favourite fragrances of 2021. After a good old chat about the best of '21, they answer more of your brilliant prescription questions. (If you'd like to get your prescription answered please DM Nicola and Suzy @onthescentpodcast.)

Suzy’s Top Scents of ‘21

@guerlain Shalimar Millésime Vanilla Planifolia

@guerlain Santal Pao Rosa

@sanajardin Incense Water / Vanilla Nomad

@chanelofficial Le Lion

@diorbeauty Vanilla Diorama

@furla Preziosa

@nancymeilandparfums GAIA attar

@skinalchemists Equilibrium Pulse Point Oil

@fredericmalle Synthetic Jungle

@isseymiyakeparfums a drop d’Issey

@maisoncrivelli Osmanthe Kōdoshān

Nicola’s Top Scents of ‘21:

@floralstreet_ Sunflower Pop

@nivea_uk Sun

@lelabofragrances Thé Matcha 26

@penhaligons_london Changing Constance

Listener Prescriptions:

@chanelofficial No5 L’Eau

@miumiu L’Eau Bleu

@amouageofficial Dia Woman

@paulsmithdesign Rose

@narciso_rodriguez Fleur Musc for Her

@moltonbrown Rosa Absolute

@4160tuesdaysperfume The Goddess of Love & Perfume

@ruthmastenbroekperfume Signature

The closer it gets to Christmas, the more messages we’re getting from listeners desperately trying to find fragrances for gifts, or replacements for much-loved but sadly discontinued scents. So today, we’re thrusting our hands into the mailbag and answering as many as possible while handing out the perfect perfume prescriptions. Recommendations for missing classics, budget-friendly versions, extra special scents to treat someone with and even laundry detergents that smell like puddings – this episode has it all… (SO sorry we didn’t get time to answer all your questions - we’ve got them on file and will answer in the next prescription episode!)

Fragrances mentioned:

@gucci Gucci Rush

@abscentuk AbScent

Rihanna Reb’l Fleur

@rochasofficial Rochas Femme

@bananarepublic Banana Republic 83 Leather Reserve

@veroniquegabai Veronique Gabai Le Point G

@lanvinparfums Lanvin Arpege

@calvinklein Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women

@paulsmithdesign Paul Smith Portrait for Women

@vilhelm_parfumerieVilhelm Dear Polly

@sisleyparisofficial Sisley Eau de Soir

@hermes Hermès Un Jardin Sur Le Toit

@lush Lush Grass

@lelaboftagrances Le Labo Santal 33 & Rose 31 Laundry Detergents

@maisonfranciskurkdjian Francis Kurkdjian Aqua Universalis Detergent & Fabric Softener

@wilton_london Wilton London Jasmine / Cedarwood Laundry Detergents

@marcelsgreensoapMarcels Vanilla & Cotton Laundry Wash

@tangentgc Sugar Perfume cashmere laundry detergent @luxevida

@evover_uk Ecover Delicate Laundry Liquid for Wool & Silk, Waterlily & Honeydew

@shayandbluelondon Shay & Blue Watermelons

@thetravalo Travalo refillable atomisers

We are still somewhat giddy from the @fragrancefoundationuk Jasmine Awards, and in this episode we give you all the goss, tell you about the fragrances we chose to wear (and why), and how Suzy almost missed going up on stage to collect our award! 

We also dig into the extremely generous goody bag, and talk about the @sunnamusk scent that was included in it. Plus, there’s news of a delicious new @juliettehasagun fragrance and your #perfumeprescriptions answered…

We mention:

@sunnamusk Abid Ambre 
@juliettehasagun Juliette 
@sanajardin Vanilla Nomad  @parlemoideparfums Milky Musk 
@edenisteparfum Vanille Irrésistible 
@parfumsdemarly Althäir
@chloe Nomade 
@chloe Nomade Naturelle Eau de Parfum
@chloe Nomade Nuit d’Egypte

In this episode we’re catching up with the joyous beauty and fragrance journalist and broadcaster, Alice du Parcq, for part TWO of her mega-list of fabulous fragrances. (If you haven’t already, do go and listen to Part 1 (episode 11) where Alice hilariously explains how one of her favourites is forever entwined with frogs legs… Meanwhile, here we delve into those she’s adored for decades and more recent scent discoveries made on a shopping trip with Sali Hughes!

Part 2 of Alice’s Fragrance List:

@ysl Kouros

@ysl Rive Gauche

@guerlain Cuir Beluga

@guerlain Bois d'Armenie

@guerlain Tonka Imperiale

@lartisanparfumeur Bois Farine

@acquadiparma_official Colonia Essenza

@diorbeauty Éden Roc

@fredericmalle Musc Ravageur

@celine Black Tie

@loccitane_uk_ire Terre de Lumière

@tomford Métallique

Patchouli is basically the ‘Marmite of the perfume world’ – those who fall firmly in the LOVE it camp have our passionately held views matched only by those who devoutly LOATHE it. Whatever you feel, get ready to forget all you thought you knew about this ingredient as we trace its history from scenting luxurious fabrics, being worn by courtesans, hippies & bohemians right through to very modern compositions…

Perfumer Bruno Jovanovic: ‘…if magic had a scent, it would smell of patchouli!’

Perfumes mentioned:

@santamarianivella1221 Patchouli

@muglerofficial Angel

Rihanna Reb’l Fleur

@diorbeauty Patchouli Impérial

@officialbyredo Bibliothèque

@rogergallet L’Homme Patchouli Eau de Toilette

@diptyque Tempo

@chanelofficial Coco Mademoiselle Eau de Parfum Intense

@histoiredeparfums 1969

@ostens_official Patchouli Heart No.1 / Patchouli Heart No.2

@zara Fleur de Patchouli

@escentric_molecules M+ Patchouli

In this episode Nicola and Suzy do a much requested follow up to their last home fragrance episode. Scenting our homes has become a form of escapism in the past two years for so many of us and in this episode they chat about candles that are festive, cosy, luscious, and just perfect for this time of year.

Suzy's recommendations:

@boujeebougees Gilt Candle
@ginori1735 La Dama Black Stone/Purple Hill/Orange Renaissance Candles
@sun.dayoflondon Botanicall Body Oil Massage Candle
@skandinavisk SKOG/JUL Candles
@themuseslondon BE candle
@kalmar_official Soulstates Candle Set (calm/joy/peace/love)
@wearefirmenich Scentmate
Skin Alchemists Autumn 21

Nicola recommends:

Holistic London Moroccan Orange and Mimosa
Emma Hardie Moringa Candle
White Company Winter Candle
Neom Christmas Candles
La Montana

In this episode we’re tackling the tricky issue of gifting, with Grazia Daily’s Haydn Williams. Among other writing projects, Haydn also blogs, using the name ‘You smell great! What is it? Outside of writing, he works in the music industry and says his ideal day would involve satisfying all the senses with a classic barbershop shave and haircut, a wander round Liberty’s, a good meal, then a gig…
Find Haydn on Instagram: @yousmellgreatwhatisit
https://graziadaily.co.uk/author/haydn-williams/
https://yousmellgreatwhatisit.com

Fragrances / ideas mentioned:

@murdocklondon

@ateliercologne Musc Imperial

@jusboxperfumes

@gallivant.stories

@timothyhanedition

@maya.njie.perfumes

@acquadiparma_official

@jomalonelondon

@dropthehooha

We’re starting a new series of ingredient-focused episodes, and in this one we’re exploring the history - and enduring appeal - of vanilla fragrances. Why do perfumers use it so often, what have scientific studies proven about its effect on us and why are vanilla scents proving so popular again, now…?

Vanilla fragrances mentioned:

@guerlain Jicky

@chopard Casmir

@diorbeauty Hypnotic Poison

@rochasofficial Tocade

@jeroboamperfumes Insulo

@maya.njie.perfumes Vanilj

@juliettehasagun Vanilla Vibes

@diorbeauty Vanilla Diorama

@sanajardin Vanilla Nomad

@guerlain Shalimar Millésime Vanilla Planifolia

If you want a perfume prescription make sure that you give us a DM on Instagram @onthescentpodcast.

In this episode we are diving DEEP into our mailbag for a Listener Prescription Special. We’ve been totally blown away by how many DMs, comments & emails we’ve had the last few weeks, and how many of you are not only enjoying the podcast, but are connecting with fragrance on an emotionally helpful level…

Suzy’s been wearing:

@skinalchemists Equilibrium pulse point oil
@guerlain Santal Pao Rosa

Nicola’s been wearing:

@Lelabo Ambrette 9 and The Matcha 26
@Veroniquegabai Le Point G

Answers to Prescription Questions:

@dior Patchouli Impérial

@lesnereidesparis Patchouli Precieux

@jomalonelondon Blue Agava & Cacao

@dsanddurga Amber Kiso

Nuvol de Llimona by Roca Perfumes (discontinued)

@4160tuesdaysperfume Fluffy Lemon Top

@arquiste Architect’s Club

@spacenk

@diptyque Baies candle

@diptyque Amber candle

@boy__smells Rhubarb Smoke candle

@millerharris Perfumer’s Library La Feuille

@beauty.by.laperla La Perla Signature

@til_timetocare https://til-time.com

@frau_tonis_parfum Linde Berlin

@millerharris L’air de Rien

@lelabofragrances Thé Matcha 26

@guerlain Cashmere

@beauty.by.laperla La Perla Invisible Touch

In this episode we’re joined by Ruth Crilly - aka A Model Recommends - who describes herself as “…erstwhile fashion model, dedicated beauty insider and prolific writer of nonsense.” In fact, Ruth brilliantly documents life updates, favourite beauty products & her fashion discoveries on her much-loved Instagram account @ruthcrilly, and on her website: https://www.ruthcrilly.co.uk

But here we’re taking a different path and exploring Ruth’s emotional connections to fragrances she adores, her list including scents that make her go “loopy” and “still make me feel funny inside…”

Ruth Crilly’s List:

@thebodyshop Clementine

@loccitane_uk_ire Calanques - Discontinued?

@diptyque Philosykos

@lancomeofficial La Vie est Belle

@lelabofragrances Santal 33

Suzy’s Prescription for Ruth:

Charity that helps people experiencing smell loss (anosmia) and things smelling ‘off’ or weird (parosmia) - Fifth Sense @fifthsenseuk

https://www.fifthsense.org.uk

Also AbScent @abscentuk (who have smell training kits):

https://abscent.org

@lelabofragrances Ambrette 9

@lebabofragrances Thé Matcha

@dsanddurga Debaser & Radio Bombay

@parlemoideparfum Milky Musk 39

@glossier You

@lorchestreparfum Piano Santal

@fredericmalle Synthetic Jungle

In this episode we’re sharing with you the scents we’ve been slathering ourselves in following our sessions of sniffing-around perfume shops. These are the ones that made it beyond “oh yes, I like that” to Lust Lists status. Plus we’re answering more of your questions and prescribing the perfect perfumes for you…

Suzy:

@naomigoodsir Bois d’Ascese
@naomigoodsir Iris Cendre
@zoologistperfumes Chipmunk
@zoologistperfumes Snowy Owl
@strangers.parfumerie Salted Green Mango
@fredericmalle The Moon

Nicola:

@cartier La Panthère
@andotherstories Sardonyx Fire
@zoologistperfumes Chipmunk / Snowy Owl
@theperfumersstory Fever 54


Listener Prescriptions:

@bananarepublic Dark Cherry Amber
@fredericmalle Portrait of a Lady
@exnibiloparis French Affair
@caronparisofficiel Tabac Blonde
@roullierwhite

In this episode join Suzy and Nicola on their fragrant adventure in London.

Come with them as they explore and get very excited about the perfume offerings in Liberty, And Other Stories and Bloom Covent Garden. Perhaps your dream perfume will be one of the ones that they discovered.

Here's what they sniffed in the order that you'll hear during the episode:

Liberty:

Ellis Brooklyn - Bee
Azzi Glasser - Mr Vetivert
Timothy Han - The Decay of the Angel
Timothy Han - She Came To Stay
Ds and Durga - Jazmin Yucatan
Ds and Durga - Amber kiso
Byredo - Mixed Emotions
Le Galion - L'Ame Perdue
Le Galion - Aesthete
Ormaie Paris - Yvonne
Sana Jardin -Berber Blonde
Sana Jardin - Jaipur Chant
Maya Njie - Tobak
Maya Njie - Tropica
Maison Matine - Avant L'Orage
Lalique - Perle de Lalique
Lalique - Encre noire
The Nue Co Forest Lungs
Laboratorio Olfattivo Rosamunda and Salina

And Other Stories

Sardonyx Fire Eau De toilette
Punk Bouquet
Riviera Postcard
Arabesque Wood

Bloom Covent Garden

Zoologist:
Chipmunk
Snowy Owl
Nightingale
Squid
Chameleon
Bee
Bat

Choeur des Anges: Atelier des Ors

Suzy also mentioned the charity Fifth Sense.

In this episode Nicola and Suzy delve into the fragrances that have had the biggest effect on the people around them. These are the ones that lead to people chasing them up the street to find out what they're wearing or unsolicited but not always unwelcome sniffs from strangers.
Here's what they talk about during the episode:
Suzy’s List:
@ormondejayne Ormonde Woman 
@dior Patchouli Impérial
@etatlibredorange Etat Libre d’Orange Une Amourette (Roland Mouret)
@fredericmalle Frédéric Malle Portrait of a Lady
@sergeslutens Serges Lutens Fleur d’Oranger
@maisonfranciskurkdjian APOM Femme
@officialtheofennel Theo Fennel Scent (discontinued – woe!)
@chanelofficial Le Lion 
Nicola’s List:
@lelabofragrances Another 13
@fredericmalle Portrait of a Lady 
@sanajardin Berber blonde
@sergeslutens Fleur d’Oranger
@chanelofficial Chanel Gabrielle

If you'd like to connect with Suzy and Nicola and ask them for a fragrance prescription then do DM them on Insta @onthescentpodcast.

We are finding beauty in life with this week’s fragrance launch discussions (and there’s MUCH to admire). Swooning over the new Chanel, having heart eye emoji face for the new Celine, we’re also living out our fragrant literary fantasies via the new Miller Harris duo, and in raptures over the Argentinan niche house now available from @sainte.cellier in the U.K. 
We must admit to being so engrossed in our reviews, and sharing scent reveries, that we didn’t make it to the listener questions this week. Oops! Worry not, we will be prioritising the remaining #perfumeprescriptions in the next episode. Until then, sit back, relax, and allow yourself to dream of these… 
@chanelofficial Les Exclusifs Comète
@celine Zouzou 
@millerharris Soufflot
@millerharris Celadon 
@frassai Verano Porteño
@frassai Cuir Pampas
@borntostandout.official Sin & Pleasure  

In this episode Suzy and Nicola delve into the world of fabulous affordable fragrances. Some of the most well respected perfumers in the industry have created spectacular fragrances, many of which are under £30 and Suzy shows us why price shouldn't always dictate our choices.

Here's what they mention during the episode:

On the Scent Podcast – Affordable Fragrances We Love…

Zara @zara Fleur d’Oranger / Fleur de Patchouli / Bohemian Bluebells / Ebony Wood

Ariana Grande @arianagrande Cloud

Kim Kardashian @kimkardashian Pure Honey

Katy Perry @katyperry Indi

& Other Stories @andotherstories Sardonyx Fire

Roger & Gallet @rogergallet Gingembre

Jil Sander @jilsander Sun

Listener Questions:

Donna Karan @dkny Signature (discontinued)

Shay & Blue @shayandbluelondon Black Tulip

The Body Shop @thebodyshop Black Musk

The Body Shop @thebodyshop Ananya (discontinued)

Cacharel @cacharelparfums Lou Lou Blue (discontinued)

The Body Shop @thebodyshop Moringa

Al Rehab @alrehab.official Elena

Diesel @diesel Loverdose

Jo Malone London @jomalonelondon Vanilla & Anise

L’Occitane @loccitane_uk_ire Osmanthus

Āman @aman Purifying Pulse Point Remedy

Saini Blends @saini_blends_perfumers Gulab (rose) attar

In this episode, Suzy and Nicola start by reviewing the brilliant fragrance service Parfumado @uk.parfumado.com (This is a paid for review).
Parfumado have a library of over 450 scents and you can pick a new one to try each month for £12.95. From niche to luxury to classic to fragrances that even Suzy hasn't heard of, they really do have a great collection. Start your subscription now by going to uk.parfumado.com and receive a 50% discount on your first month with discount code OUTSPOKEN50.
Later in the episode it's time to discuss the fragrances that Nicola and Suzy are gravitating towards now that Summer is melting into Autumn as well as answering your fragrant prescriptions…
Here are some of the fragrances mentioned during the episode:
Nicola’s Been Wearing:
@millerharris L’air de Rien
@chanelofficial Le Lion
@maisonfranciskurkdjian Oud Satin Mood
@officialbyredo Rose of No Man’s Land
@kilianparis Love Don’t Be Shy
@theperfumersstory Azzi Glasser Fever 54
@fredericmalle Portrait of a Lady
Suzy's been wearing:
@sg79sthlm 17
@diptyque Tempo
@histoiresdeparfums 1969
@maisoncrivelli Hibiscus Mahajád
@exnihiloparis French Affair
Listener Prescriptions:
@houseofsarahbaker Bascule
@rpparfums Robert Piguet Bandit
@ruthmastenbroek Ruth Mastenbroek Dagian
@cloonkeen Lá Bealtaine
@loccitane_uk_ire Osmanthus

In this episode we’re partnering with Penhaligon's and setting sail for a scented adventure. Together, we’ll be taking you to exotic locations, exploring the history of the precious perfume ingredients and contemporary ways they’re still used. The fragrances we’re focussing on are all about travelling via your nose – traversing the world in search of fragrant inspiration and travelling through time itself. The best thing is, there’s no queues or passports, Covid-tests or quarantine to worry about. And you’re all invited, so let’s jump aboard…
Fragrances mentioned:
Starting our journey at London’s docks - EMPRESSA.
Turkey - HALFETI / HALFETI LEATHER / HALFETI CEDAR
Ancient Mesopotamia - BABYLON
Egypt - CAIRO
Istanbul - CONSTANTINOPLE
Disembarking back in London - You can remember your adventures with a beautiful silk scarf by incredible designer to the stars, Fee Greening - there are two beautiful designs to choose from and you will get one free with a purchase of £90 and over, using the code TRADEROUTESTREAT at checkout.
For more info and to see the scarves just follow this link: https://www.penhaligons.com/uk/en/trade-routes-scarves