16
Jul
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Posts by Douglas Bender
08
Sep
Through the use of ace alliteration and a touch of verbal vulgarity, the always provocative Tom Ford once again courts controversy. But is his latest fragrance creation indeed Fabulous? #trademarkedfucking
24
Mar
Charenton Macerations shortlisted as a finalist for the 2017 Perfumed Plume Awards for Fragrance Journalism for “De-Classifying Fragrance Families.”
23
Dec
Some closing thoughts on ensemble fragrances and how to maintain balance in formulation. The conclusion of the CM series on De-Classifying Ingredients.
20
Dec
Act I of Christopher Street’s olfactive narrative outlined in more detail. A continuation of the CM Blog series on de-classifying ingredients.
16
Dec
Christopher Street comes centerstage as I explore the beauty of olfactive ensembles. A continuation of the CM Blog series on de-classifying ingredients.
06
Dec
The truth about oud and the importance of transparency in fragrance formulation. A continuation of the CM Blog series on de-classifying ingredients.
29
Nov
“We should never look to recreate the fragile ego of celebrity culture in perfumery, but instead learn from it.” The CM ingredient series continues.
23
Nov
On naturals, synthetics, and real concerns of sustainability in the world of fragrance. A continuation of the CM Blog series on de-classifying ingredients.
18
Nov
“If fragrance families are like settings, then ingredients are the cast tasked with bringing these olfactive landscapes to life.”