It's Just Perfume

21. The Award-Winning Songwriter: A Conversation with Steph Jones

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 18:44:32 GMT

In this episode of 'It's Just Perfume' Steve sits down with songwriter Steph Jones. Having written hits for artists such as Sabrina Carpenter, Blackpink, Selena Gomez and Jade she's one of the most in-demand talents in the music industry. Perfecting her impromptu songwriting skills at church, Steph naturally develops melodies and lyrics for people as she discovers their personal stories and soaks in their vibes. Along with her passion for tunes Steph has been fascinated by perfumes from an early age and tells Steve about her Hall of Fame fragrances and what they mean to her.

Perfumes discussed in this episode:

Aromatics Elixir by Clinique

Tubéreuse Astrale by Maison Crivelli / Available on Luckyscent

Towédé by Notes de Bas de Paje

Gris Charnel by BDK / Available on Luckyscent

Lait Concentré by Chabaud / Available on Luckyscent

Sunflowers by Elizabeth Arden

CKin2U by Calvin Klein

Molecule 01 by Escentric Molecules / Available on Luckyscent

II (Deux) by Trudon / Available on Luckyscent

Tihota by Indult / Available on Luckyscent

B683 by Marc Antoine Barrois / Available on Luckyscent

Quentin Bisch

Poivre Samarcande by Hermes

Pacific Park by Simone Andreoli / Available on Luckyscent

Jardins de Misfah Extrait by Une Nuit Nomade / Available on Luckyscent

Fleur Narcotique by Ex Nihilo / Available on Luckyscent

Portrait of a Lady by Frederic Malle

Cool Water for Women by Davidoff

Black Tie by Celine

Molecule 01 + Iris by Escentric Molecules / Available on Luckyscent

Supernova by Andrea Maack / Available on Luckyscent

Carine by Carine Roitfeld / Available on Luckyscent

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20. Best of 2025: Luckyscent’s Most Notable Fragrances of the Year

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 18:56:57 GMT

On this episode of It's Just Perfume, Steve and Dana bask in the holiday glow and talk about their favorite warm, spicy, cozy scents to wear at festive parties or for quiet times at home. They discuss the biggest note trends of the year and smell through their favorite scents of 2025.

It's been a great year for perfume releases - what were some of your favorites in 2025?

Perfumes mentioned in this episode:

Bowmakers by DS and Durga

Ambre Liquide by Astier de Villatte

Hammersmith Tea & Biscuits by 4160 Tuesdays

Unknown Pleasures by Kerosene

Empire des Indes by Oriza Legrand

Myrrh Shadow by Bon Parfumeur

Molecule 01 + Cistus by Escentric Molecules

Ouarzazate by Comme des Garcons

Tobacco Memories by Chambre52

Encore Une Fois by Infiniment Coty

Japanese Whiskey by D'Annam

Monoscent G by What We Do Is Secret

Carine by Carine Roitfeld

Venice Rococo by Arquiste

Green Vanille by Regime des Fleurs

Blood Spider Orchid by Regime des Fleurs

Apricot Innocence by Simone Andreoli

Cedrat Ceruse by L'Artisan Parfumeur

Witchery by Sorce

In Dreams & Fairytales by Sorce

Vampire Husband by Sorce

Joyeux by Sultan Pasha Perfumes

Nightchild by Epichron

Taipei by One Day

White Rice by d'Annam

Dirty Rice by Borntostandout

Rice Makgeolli by Villa Erbatium

Delicious Rice Milk by Federico Cantelli

The LIttle Mermaid by The Mischief Academy

Kyoto by Le Gout de Peau

African Rooibos by Chris Collins

Savant by Chris Collins

Milk & Matcha by Obvious

London Fog by Brandt

Jasmine Freak by Room 1015

Bianco Latte by Giardini di Toscana

R & B by Zernell Gillie

Cafe des Delices by Maison Mataha

Hosted by Steven Gontarski and Dana Buchanan

Produced by Emi Brown and Claire Jelinek

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19. The Master Perfumer: Talking With Oliver Cresp

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 18:16:35 GMT

In this episode of It's Just Perfume, Steve sits down with legendary master perfumer Olivier Cresp. They talk about his distinctive style, which Cresp refers to as minimalist and figurative, valuing simplicity with key ingredients.

They touch on Olivier's generational roots in the perfume industry and his upbringing in Grasse. He discusses the various steps of the creation of Thierry Mugler's Angel - an iconic perfume that forever changed the landscape of perfumery - and the various ideas that went into the formation of Akro, a brand Olivier started with his daughter Anais, celebrating life's guilty pleasures.

Perfumes mentioned in this episode:

Bake by Akro

Crush by Akro

Angel by Thierry Mugler

Juniper Sling by Penhaligon's

LIght Blue by Dolce & Gabbana

My Devotion by Dolce & Gabbana

Rise by Akro

Smoke by Akro

Hosted by Steven Gontarski

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18. Hall of Fame Pt. 5: Ronny's All-Time Favorite Fragrances

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 16:33:31 GMT

In this episode of 'It's Just Perfume', Steve talks with actor, musician and member of the Scent Bar family, Ronald Prokeš. They talk about the scents Ronny wore as a teen in the Czech Republic and his more recent fascination with chypres, fougeres and vintage perfumes. He describes how he sometimes uses scent to disassociate from social settings and how "an empty bottle is a happy bottle."

Fragrances mentioned in this episode:

Fierce by Abercrombie and Fitch

Fahrenheit by Dior

Kenzo Jungle L'Elephant by Kenzo

Maai by Bogue Profumo

Cocoa Kimiya by Atelier des Ors

Eau Noire by Dior

Varuek by PRIN

Grand Chalet by Astier de Villatte

Memoir Man by Amouage

Nuit de Bakelite by Naomi Goodsir

Iris Silver Mist by Serge Lutens

Rauque by Roberto Greco

Oeilleres by Roberto Greco

Opium by Yves Saint Laurent

Hosted by Steven Gontarski

Produced by Emi Foster and Claire Jelinek

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17. The Perfume Prince: A Conversation with Chris Collins

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 20:55:44 GMT

In this episode of 'It's Just Perfume' Steve sits with Chris Collins and asks him about his background in fashion and his pivot into perfume, one of his lifelong passions. He remembers the fragrances his father wore and the scents that inspired him to start his own brand. From knocking on the door of Robertet in Grasse to channeling his admiration for Prince's music into a new perfume, Chris shares many stories that describe the rewards and challenges of founding and directing a perfume line.

Fragrances mentioned in this episode:

Old Spice by Shulton Company

Grey Flannel by Geoffrey Beene

Blue Jeans by Versace

Obsession for Men by Calvin Klein

Polo by Ralph Lauren

L'eau d'Issey Pour Homme by Issey Miyake

Renaissance by Chris Collins

Musc Ravageur by Frederic Malle

Straight to Heaven by By Kilian

African Rooibos by Chris Collins

Babycat by YSL

Lust Oud Delice by Chris Collins

Savant Manhattan Cherry by Chris Collins

Hosted by Steven Gontarski

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16. Hall of Fame Pt. 4: Susannah's All-Time Favorite Fragrances

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 20:22:47 GMT

Susannah Melvoin is known to many as a stellar musician and songwriter, having contributed to legendary albums by Prince and Madonna among others. Her passion for music is only rivalled by her passion for perfume. In this episode of 'It's Just Perfume', Steve sits with Susannah as they talk about the interplay between music and scent in creating atmospheres. She shares her earliest memories of her parents' perfumes, her first scent and her current go-to bottles while dropping some iconic stories. Want to know what the set for Prince's 'When Doves Cry' video smelled like?

Perfumes mentioned in this episode:

- Tihota by Indult

- Encore Une Fois by Infiniment Coty

- Molinard de Molinard by Molinard

- Salome by Papillon Artisan Perfumes

- Chanel No 19 by Chanel

- Perfect Veil by Sarah Horowitz

- Delulu by Oddity

- Carine by Carine Roitfeld

- Numero Uno (I) by Adamo Parfum

- Isvaraya by Indult

- Kagiroi by Di Ser

- Mortel Noir by Trudon

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15. Keeping the Beat - A Conversation With Zernell Gillie

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 19:37:59 GMT

Zernell Gillie has made his name as an international DJ and founder of a much-loved perfume brand inspired by musical genres. In this episode of It's Just Perfume, Steve talks with Zernell about his his journey from early days at high school sock-hops to his sets at Berghain, the legendary Berlin club. Music, fashion and scent have always coexisted in the club scene and have inspired Zernell for decades. Find out which fragrances have meant the most to him and how they have influenced his olfactive interpretations of his favorite music.

Perfumes mentioned in this episode:

- Polo by Ralph Lauren

- Bowling Green by Geoffrey Beene

- Halston Z14 by Halston

- Egoiste by Chanel

- Ivory Route by Xerjoff

- Acqua di Gio by Giorgio Armani

- Dior Homme Intense by Dior

- Pi by Givenchy

- Sweetie Aoud by Roja Parfums

- Geschopf by PMP

- R & B by Zernell Gillie

- Jazz by Zernell Gillie

- Hip-Hop by Zernell Gillie

- Coco by Chanel

- Stetson by Coty

- Tango by Masque Milano

- Sweet Botswana Mystery by Modern Mark

- Hypnotising Fire by The Harmonist

More information on Zernell Gillie can be found on zernellgillie.com

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14. Back to School: Steve and Dana's Fragrances for New Chapters

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 19:58:23 GMT

In this episode of It's Just Perfume, Steve and Dana talk about their Back to School fragrances. Whether or not you're in school, this time of year is full of moments to reset and begin a new cycle - scent can certainly help mark this renewal. As the long days of summer start to grow shorter, sometimes the smell of spices, woods and amber can provide all the coziness you need in a new season.

Fragrances discussed:

The Jungle Book by Mischief Academy

La Danza Delle Libellule Exceptional Edition by Nobile 1942

Matcha Ice Cream by Theodoros Kalotinis

Matchbox Romance by Binaurale

Dead Air by Oddity

Psychedelique by Jovoy

Empire des Indes by Oriza Legrand

Jazz by Zernell Gillie

Jardins de Misfah Extrait by Une Nuit Nomade

Love Is Coming by The Different Company

Nightchild by Epichron

All That Matters by Anamor

Breathe by Akro

Eau Sacree by Heeley

Crush Balls by D.S. & Durga

Fire at Will by Jovoy

Orgasmo by Hilde Soliani

Tales of Amber by Goldfield and Banks

Hosted by Steven Gontarski with Dana Buchanan

Produced by Steven Gontarski, Emi Foster and Claire Jelinek

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13: A Fashion Legend: A Conversation with Carine Roitfeld

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 18:05:38 GMT

Few people deserve the status of Fashion Legend as much as Carine Roitfeld. As the editor-in-chief of Paris Vogue for a decade, through her collaborations with Tom Ford and Karl Lagerfeld and through her current publication, CR Fashion Book, she has indelibly shaped the direction of style and high fashion.

In a conversation with Steve, Carine Roitfeld talks about the various titles she's adopted over the years from 'Combattante' during the student strikes of Paris 1968 to 'Magic Grandma' of today. She talks about the decision to create a fragrance brand as soon as she left Paris Vogue and her discussions with master perfumes like Dominique Ropion and Aurelien Guichard to create scent portraits of herself and several loves of her life.

Perfumes mentioned in this episode:

- Carine by Carine Roitfeld

- Eau Vive by Carven

- Fracas by Robert Piguet

- Opium Pour Homme by YSL

- Fleurs d'Oranger by Serge Lutens

- L'Heure Bleue by Guerlain

- Kar-Wai by Carine Roitfeld

- Sebastien by Carine Roitfeld

- Vladimir by Carine Roitfeld

- George by Carine Roitfeld

- Black Orchid by Tom Ford

- Forgive Me by Carine Roitfeld

Hosted by: Steven Gontarski

Produced by: Claire Jelinek, Emi Foster, Steven Gontarski

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12: The Olfactory Landscape of Australia: A Conversation with Dimitri Weber, Founder of Goldfield & Banks

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 14:29:22 GMT

Dimitri Weber has an extensive background in perfume, having worked for luxury brands such as YSL and Shiseido for decades in Antwerp, Belgium. After changing course and moving to Australia, he was surprised by the lack of perfume brands in his new country - a country spoiled by its high quality raw materials already used by European and American brands. Dimitri leaned into his experience and knowledge of European perfumery to honor the natural wealth and beauty of Australia, and Goldfield and Banks was born.

The brand rose to fame almost overnight because of online attention, so Dimitri and Steve discuss the current role of social media in the perfume business and how it can help and harm. They look into the future and speculate what's next in this relationship between TikTok and scent.

Perfumes discussed in this episode:

Barynia by Helena Rubinstein

Nina by Nina Ricci

Diorissimo by Dior

Anais Anais by Cacharel

Paris by YSL

Jacomo di Jacomo

Cacharel Pour Homme by Cacharel

Fahrenheit by Dior

Pacific Rock Moss by Goldfield and Banks

Ingenious Ginger by Goldfied and Banks

Purple Suede by Goldfield and Banks

Sunset Hour by Goldfield and Banks

Pacific Rock Flower by Goldfield and Banks

Tales of Amber by Goldfield and Banks

Hosted by: Steven Gontarski

Produced by: Claire Jelinek, Emi Foster, Steven Gontarski

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11. Hall of Fame Pt. 3: Emi's All-Time Favorite Fragrances

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 22:50:31 GMT

While smelling through some of her forever favorite fragrances, Steve chats with Luckyscent’s Emi about their shared love of Gap Dream, patchouli, “capital P perfumes”, “pretty” perfumes, and more. Having known each other for a few years already, Steve had predicted some of Emi’s favorites, but was surprised by a few of them, as well.

Fragrances mentioned:

Classique from Jean Paul Gaultier

Safanad from Parfums de Marly

Le Feu d'Issey from Issey Miyake

Drakkar Noir from Guy Laroche

Dream from Gap

Music from Harajuku Lovers

Cucumber Melong from Bath and Body Works

Molecule 01 from Escentric Molecules

Fat Electrician from Etat Libre d'Orange

You Or Someone Like You from Etat Libre d'Orange

Noel Au Balcon from Etat Libre d'Orange

Molecule 01 + Patchouli from Escentric Molecules

Tzora from Anat Fritz

For Her from Narciso Rodriguez

Un Bel Amour d'Ete from Parfum d'Empire

Blanche Bete from Liquides Imaginaires

Ganymede from Marc-Antoine Barrois

Korrigan from Lubin

Reflet Sur L'Okavango from Ella K

Gris Dior Esprit from Dior

Hosted by: Steven Gontarski

Produced by: Claire Jelinek, Emi Foster, Steven Gontarski

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10. The Alchemy of Perfume: In Conversation with Sergio Momo, Founder of Xerjoff

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 21:23:35 GMT

Steve and Sergio discuss the latter’s love of the ornately carved 'Sniff Bottles' that his father brought back from his trips to China. This fascination ultimately inspired him to create vessels made from semi-precious stones, gold and ebony, containing custom-designed perfumes. These sculptural objects led the way to the luxurious Xerjoff line of perfumes that we know today.

Featured Fragrances:

Equipage from Hermes

Acier Aluminium from Creed

Patchouli

Homme Anniversary from Xerjoff

Elle Anniversary from Xerjoff

Nio from Xerjoff

Mefisto, Casamorati from Xerjoff

Fiore D'Ulivo, Casamorati from Xerjoff

Tony Iommi Monkey Special from Xerjoff

NeoRio from Xerjoff

Black Moonlight from Xerjoff

Purple Accento from Xerjoff

Erba Gold from Xerjoff

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09. Luca Turin A-Z: A Conversation with a Perfume Icon

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 20:48:12 GMT

This week, Steve sits down with the legendary Luca Turin to hear which fragrances are in his Hall of Fame. The two discuss what made Luca decide to stop writing about perfume altogether-- and what made him change his mind several years later. They also tackle the question of whether or not it's appropriate to ask a stranger what perfume they're wearing... and so much more!

Perfumes discussed in this episode:

- Fracas by Robert Piguet

- Angel by Thierry Mugler

- Cherry Bliss by Claire's

- Slogan by Courreges

- Ruade by Parfums d'Empire

- Le Cri by Parfums d'Empire

- Un Bel Amour d'Ete by Parfums d'Empire

- Une Rose / Rose Tonnerre by Frederic Malle

- L'Heure Perdue by Cartier

- Songe de Narcisse by Sentire

- Bon Monsieur by Rogue Perfumery

- Arc by Mallo

- Jasmin Antique by Rogue Perfumery

- Bois d'Armenie by Guerlain

- Baccarat Rouge 540 by Maison Francis Kurkdjian

- Taipei by One Day

- Salm by One Day

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08. The Icelandic Artist: In Conversation with Andrea Maack

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 21:58:31 GMT

On this episode of It’s Just Perfume, Steve chats with Andrea Maack about her background as an artist, how her brand was created from her own conceptual art piece, the inspiration she draws from the Icelandic landscape, and her latest release (and the line’s first floral!), Muse.

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07. The Art and Olfaction Awards Recap: Dana and Steve Meet with the Winners

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 00:09:55 GMT

On this episode of It’s Just Perfume, Dana and Steve chat about their roles as judges for The Art and Olfaction Awards.

Then, they have a chance to speak with some of the winners about their personal backgrounds and the inspiration behind the fragrances they created.

The guests on this episode are Nutt Wesshasartar of Siam1928 (Artisan Category Winner), Jerry Lin of OrDioLab (Artisan Category Winner), Michael Nordstrand, Chad Hodge and Diandra Barsalou of TALE Parfum (Independent Category Winners), and Stefan Radut of Caeleste (Newcomer Award Winner).

Fragrances mentioned: Bad Lily by TALE Parfum, Mekha Aranya by Siam1928, Mint Rose by OrDioLab, Principalities by Caeleste, Cabochard by Gres, Cannabis Rose by Fresh, Drakkar Noir by Guy Laroche, Rive Gauche Pour Homme by YSL, Black by Bvlgari, Oqachol by Prin.

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06. The Free-Spirited Perfumer: A Conversation with Simone Andreoli

Thu, 29 May 2025 22:57:12 GMT

On this episode of It’s Just Perfume, Steve sits down with Simone Andreoli, perfumer and founder of Simone Andreoli Diario Olfattivo to chat about his pursuit to become a perfumer, starting from a fateful, childhood trip to Grasse which opened his mind to the possibilities of olfactive art. A classical perfume training brought Simone back to Grasse as a young adult and gave him the skills and experience to return to his native Italy to create his own brand.

We learn about Simone's approach to developing new fragrances which he considers to be entries to an olfactive diary. His nomadic spirit and sense of adventure has brought Simone to all corners of the globe and he likes to honor them and recreate them through scent.

Join us as Simone Andreoli talks in depth about several fragrances from his brand including:

- Tulum Junglescape

- Sunplosion - Aloha State of Mind

- Vicebomb

- Oceans of a Midnight Moon

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05. Hall of Fame Pt. 2: Claire's All-Time Favorite Fragrances

Fri, 16 May 2025 19:00:41 GMT

Those of us who work at Luckyscent hate choosing favorites… We love so many perfumes! But on this episode of It’s Just Perfume, Steve sits down with Claire to smell and discuss her personal fragrance Hall of Fame. This episode is part two of a series that we’ll continue to do with other Luckyscent staff members!

P.S. If you’d like to smell along, a sample pack of Claire’s picks is available for purchase at luckyscent.com!

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04. In Conversation with Sarah Horowitz-Thran: The Godmother of Los Angeles Perfumery

Thu, 01 May 2025 19:12:18 GMT

On this episode of It’s Just Perfume, Steve sits down with Sarah Horowitz-Thran, perfumer and founder of Sarah Horowitz Parfums and “the godmother of Los Angeles perfumery,” to chat about Sarah’s trajectory as a perfumer and the changing landscape of the fragrance industry in Southern California, all while smelling through some of her fabulous creations.

Fragrances mentioned:

Origin Story by Sarah Horowitz Parfums*

Gendarme - Eau de Cologne by Gendarme

Perfect Gardenia by Sarah Horowitz Parfums*

Perfect Veil by Sarah Horowitz Parfums

The Now by Sarah Horowitz Parfums*

Kai- Eau de Parfum by Kai

Youth Dew by Estee Lauder*

Original Musk Kiehl's by Kiehl's*

Gothic I - Eau de Parfum by Loree Rodkin

Gothic II - Eau de Parfum by Loree Rodkin

Perfect Coconut Milk by Sarah Horowitz Parfums

aRitual by Sarah Horowitz Parfums*

Perfect Vanilla by Sarah Horowitz Parfums

*Currently not carried by Luckyscent or Scent Bar

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03. Hall of Fame Pt. 1: Steve & Dana's All-Time Favorite Fragrances

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 00:08:54 GMT

If you ask anyone who works at Luckyscent what their favorite fragrance is, they’ll do anything to avoid answering the question. Choosing favorites is too hard! But this time on It’s Just Perfume, Steve and Dana have each managed to pick a handful of personal favorites for their Halls of Fame. This episode is part one of a series that we’ll continue to do with other Luckyscent staff members!

P.S. If you’d like to smell along, sample packs of their picks are available for purchase at luckyscent.com!

Fragrances discussed in this episode:

Wulong Cha by Nishane

Mediterraneo by Carthusia

Incense: Avignon by Comme des Garcons

Relique d'Amour by Oriza L Legran

Invasion Barbare by MDCI

Mississippi Medicine by DS & Durga

Melograno by Santa Maria Novella

Patchouli by Santa Maria Novella

Muschio Oro by Santa Maria Novella

Muschio by Santa Maria Novella

Gothic I by Loree Rodkin

Eau de Protection by Etat Libre d'Orange

Paradisi by Jorum Studio

Paper Soap by J-Scent

Mantes La Jolie by Astier de Villatte

Premier Figuier by L'Artisan Parfumeur

Philosykos by Diptyque

Bois d'Ascese by Naomi Goodsir

Fahrenheit by Dior

Lys 41 by Le Labo

Bora Bora by Giardini di Toscana

Olene by Diptyque

Annabel's Birthday Cake by Marissa Zappas

Bois d'Argent by Dior

Dauphine by Goest

Essential Faith by Essential Faith

Monoscent G by What We Do Is Secret

Siren by For Strange Women

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02. Aroma Chemicals: The Building Blocks of Perfume (with Ashley Eden Kessler)

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 23:15:39 GMT

This time on It's Just Perfume, we're diving into the building blocks of perfumery with perfumer Ashley Kessler. If you've always wanted to know more about the aroma chemicals that make up your favorite fragrances, this episode is for you-- we'll get into Iso E Super, Ambroxan, and more!

Fragrances discussed in this episode:

Molecule 01 by Escentric Molecules

I Am Trash by Etat Libre d'Orange

Chanel No. 5 by Chanel

Bambini Soap by Villa Erbatium

Angel by Mugler

Pink Sugar by Aquolina

Acqua e Zucchero by Profumum Roma

Baccarat Rouge 540 by Maison Francis Kurkdjian

London Fog by Brandt

Molecule 02 by Escentric Molecules

Comete Paradis by Parle Moi de Parfum

Tonka Bodykon by Pierre Guillaume Paris

Angels' Share by Kilian

Eau Sauvage by Dior

Mantes la Jolie by Astier de Villatte

Drakkar Noir by Guy Laroche

Wake Up World by Parle Moi de Parfum

Le Male by Jean Paul Gaultier

No. 4 Apres l'Amour by Thomas Kosmala

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Guest: Ashley Eden Kessler

Host: Steven Gontarski

Producers: Emi Foster, Claire Jelinek, Steven Gontarski

Theme Music: Steven Gontarski

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01. Trends: Are Gourmands Over?

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 18:07:06 GMT

In this episode Steven and Dana talk about recent trends in perfume and the dominance of gourmand fragrances. Pistachio, milk, tea and rice - we can't get enough of the smells we want to eat. Will these scents continue to dominate?

Perfumes discussed in this episode:

Pistachio by D.S. and Durga

Pistachio Latte by Theodoros Kalotinis

Frangipane al Pistacchio by Kyse

Ciao Bello PIstachio by Jousset

Red Keela Split by Fomowa

Matcha Soft Serve by d'Annam

Roasted Green Tea by J Scent

Wulong Cha by NIshane

London Fog by Brandt

African Rooibos by Chris Collins

Molecule 01 + Black Tea by Escentric Molecules

White Rice by d'Annam

Taipei by One Day

L'Eau Papier by Diptyque

Dirty Rice by Borntostandout

Mossy Glen by Villa Erbatium

Compliment by Maison Violet

Thai Soda by One Day

Odeur du Theatre du Chatelet Acte 1 by Comme des Garcons

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Hosts: Steven Gontarski, Dana Buchanan

Producers: Emi Foster, Claire Jelinek, Steven Gontarski

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