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• #listenerprescriptions – Finding You Your Perfect Perfumes...

  We've got a cracking Listener Prescription special for you, and let us tell you, it's a real corker. You wouldn’t believe the range of questions we receive, and this week’s episode of On the Scent podcast really showcases the breadth of the people and feelings, places and personas that fragrance can conjure. From scenting an Irish adventure and matching the weather, to choosing a fragrance to wear for a loved one’s funeral, and even creating a whole new perfume persona for reinvention – our listeners never fail to surprise us with their diverse and deeply touching requests. We're diving deep into how fragrance can comfort us during difficult times, enhance travel experiences, and even help us embody our most fabulous selves. It's a rollercoaster of emotions and scents, and we can't wait for you to join us on this olfactory journey. So, pop in those earbuds and let us guide you through our suggestions – and let us know any scents that spring to mind in answer, too! Here are the questions we answer & scents we suggest: For Ashley: @cloonkeen Báinín - Meaning 'little white', evokes the softness of ivory wool, embodying innocence and plushness in a timeless garment. A delightful blend of freshness and warmth, it carries hints of coastal gorse, dewy herbs, and petrichor after a cloudburst. (Named after the homespun wool used in Aran jumpers and tweed jackets worn by Irish fishermen for generations). @cloonkeen Roísín Dubh – A mystical Irish rose, Róisín Dubh blends Damascena rose with dry paper and inky patchouli.The scent deepens into smoky incense, black pepper and tobacco absolute, creating a brooding base.Named after a rebellious 16th-century song, Róisín Dubh has become a cherished symbol for Irish writers. @cloonkeen Castaña – A delectable haze of singed yet creamy chestnuts and golden caramel unfolds into a voluptuous blend of Haïtian vetiver, cardamom, and red pepper.Enriched by delicate cassia absolute and lush jasmine blossoms, it’s a masterpiece. @laboratorioolfattivo Nun – Nun evokes the primordial waters of Ancient Egypt, symbolising rebirth and the Sun God. Waves of citrus and pear wash to a surging, luminous heart of lotus, jasmine, and ylang-ylang, worshipped by a woody, musky base. @memo.paris Irish Leather – Irish Leather blends a leather accord with the fresh essence of juniper berries and bitingly green mate. Featuring a fizz of pink pepper, herbaceous clary sage, iris & tonka on a smoked amber base, it pays homage to the Irish roots of Memo Paris' co-founder. @perfumerhlondon Rainwood – Capturing the essence of the (okay, Scottish) Highlands with grounded beauty, snapped stalks of galbanum and elemi coalesce with clean pepper and droplets of myrrh; all grounded by wet, woody juniper and cedar and patchouli leaves. For Becca Monet: Pocket-sized, calming and strengthening roll-on scents for wellbeing from @aromatherapyassociates, @neomwellbeing, @tisseranduk, or @marksandspencer. For Hannah (& ‘Glory Magnolia’!): @jovoymayfair @jovoyparis Psychédélique – A groovy time capsule, this scent struts its stuff with the swagger of a '70s rock god. Patchouli takes centre stage, belting out woody notes with the gusto of a Woodstock headliner. It's the olfactory equivalent of a vintage vinyl, crackling with retro charm and rebellious...

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• Fragrances to Fall In Love With

  Valentine's Day is on Friday but instead of talking about fragrances that will make other people fall in love with you, we're chatting through the fragrances that we think you might just fall in love with.During the episode we mention:Marc-Antoine Barrois Tilia Officine Universelle Buly La DouzaineFragrance Du Bois CavortMicallef Secrets of Love O FémininAmouage Love DelightAmorecco Lickable Parfum

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• Vintage Treasures, NEW Ormonde Jayne, Opalescent Luxury, & a Dewy Rose

  Vintage Treasures, NEW Ormonde Jayne, Opalescent Luxury, & a Dewy Rose Nicola found a treasure-trove of vintage fragrance jewellery to swoon over @alfiesantiques, and we talk about which of the pieces we most covet [Spolier: ALL of them!] plus we’re discussing the latest launch in the @ormondejayne Montabaco collection – a Sandalore-infused beauty Suzy went mad for; and which previous carnival-esque release Nicola fell in love with.Then we’re in raptures over the Chinese New Year inspired scent from @boadiceathevictorious: Opal – a luxurious pure perfume that shimmers with pearlescence on a base of velvety darkness. Plus, there’s a brand new Med-Essence fragrance from @templespa – a dewy, sparkling rose we think listeners who love joyous, floral-arched garden-party scents will absolutely adore.We’re also answering a listener’s question about finding her cousin a stunning amber-rich fragrance that won’t break the bank. Can we hit the olfactory spot with the suggestions we give?And finally for this week’s perfume-packed episode, we’re reminiscing over the glories of the original @agentprovocateur signature scent (which Nicola’s desperate to get her hands on again), and Suzy tempts further with memories of the sassy @chantaltomass fragrance (which she might have to purchase again, too. Oh dear...) On this week’s show: @ormondejayne Montabaco Aruba  @ormondejayne Montabaco Rio  @boadiceathevictorious Opal  @templespa Med-Essence (£50 for 50ml edt) #listenerprescription for @victoriaczul  @jeroboamperfumes Ambra @calvinklein Obsession @rochasofficial Femme @lataffa_parfume Eternal Oud We also mention:@agentprovocateur (original EDP) @chantalthomass (EDP)

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• Affordable & AMAZING, New Olfactory Obsessions + Your Questions Answered

  Some thrillingly affordable (and therefore guilt free) fragrances which also happen to be *fantastic* in this week’s episode, plus a cult brand Nicola fell madly for and immediately purchased two bottles of (on a whim, having smelled them layered on someone else, as one does…)Then we’re talking about a stunning (and joyously uplifting) fragrance by Jean-Claude Ellena, built around an ingredient that he says “puts a smile into a scent.”After swooning all over again for one of THE best toasty, sexy-but-cosy vanillas you can buy, and a powerful, artistic take on horse-y aromas; we’re getting a shot of a new celebrity take on the coffee trend.And finally, we try to find a tuberose fragrance for a listener who hates tuberose, and a vetiver for another who ADORES vetiver (but can’t re-mortgage the house for one she’s addicted to…)We discuss:@gulforchid.perfumes Tahara Vanilla@dedcool Xtra Milk /  03 Blonde@laboratorioolfattivo Mandarino@jovoyparis @jovoymayfair Fire at Will@houseofsarahbaker Riders@burberrybeauty Burberry Her EDP@andotherstories Nocturnal Tales / Paper Blossom@sabrinacarpenter Me Espresso#listenerprescriptionsFor Prema @bodhiandthebons:@dior Hypnotic Poison@killianpsris Good Girl Gone Bad@pradabeauty Infusion Fleur d’Oranger@penhaligons Orange BlossomFor @teagansirset:@millerharris Vetiver Insolent@escentricmolecules Escentric 03

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• A Rose, a Cowgirl & the Essences of Time.

  In this week’s episode we’ve got a precious Taif Rose blooming, a pink-spangled Cowgirl giddy-up-ing, the Essences of time, bottled, a spiced plum blossom; a gorgeous Lunar scent calendar, and a British indie house with exciting (and very affordable!) perfumes to try. Plus: we’re answering a listener question about fragrances that help you focus and give you energy (don’t we all need some of that in January?!) We discuss…@jomalonelondon Jo Malone London Taif Rose Cologne Intense (limited edition)@dsanddurga Cowgirl Grass@amouage The Essences:Reasons by Bertrand DuchaufourLustre by Julien Rasquinet & Paul GuerlainOutlands by Cécile Zarokian@maisonlouismarie IcilaSentier Winds of Luck Calendar (Now £119 & you get a £25 digital gift card)Abbey Perfumery Perfume Library£28 for ‘12 x 2ml Eaux de Parfum in #listenerprescription for Sarah Ivinson:@sanajardin Air of Aquarius @vyraoworld The Sixth@veroniquegabai Aroma Heart

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