Perfumes |
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Author:
| Turin, Luca Sanchez, Tania |
ISBN: | 978-1-84668-102-8 |
Publication Date: | Jun 2008 |
Publisher: | Profile Books Limited
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Book Format: | Hardback |
List Price: | AUD $45.00 |
Book Description:
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It also features introductions to women's and men's fragrances, to trends and to history and chemistry; a glossary and many 'Top Ten' lists; and an informative section on frequently asked questions. A truly unique and useful guide, one written with a passion for its subject, and a perfect gift.SAMPLE EXTRACTSChinatown (Bond. No. 9) ***** gourmand chypreThe endearingly plucky firm of Bond No. 9 has produced its first masterpiece ... like a corner of a small French grocery in summer. A...
More DescriptionIt also features introductions to women's and men's fragrances, to trends and to history and chemistry; a glossary and many 'Top Ten' lists; and an informative section on frequently asked questions. A truly unique and useful guide, one written with a passion for its subject, and a perfect gift.SAMPLE EXTRACTSChinatown (Bond. No. 9) ***** gourmand chypreThe endearingly plucky firm of Bond No. 9 has produced its first masterpiece ... like a corner of a small French grocery in summer. A treasure in a beautiful bottle.Hugo (Hugo Boss) ** unexciting lavenderDull but competent ... suggestive of a day filled with strategy meetings.Gardenia (Chanel) * not gardenia...a thoroughly unpleasant, loud airport-toilet floral.