June 2007
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Guy Robert and Questions: Natural vs Synthetic?
Our discussion revolves around the complexities of natural versus synthetic materials in perfumery, highlighted by the visit of perfumer Guy Robert. He emphasizes that categorizing materials as “natural” or “synthetic” can be misleading, considering the intricacies of chemistry involved in… Continue reading
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Swimming in the Mediterranean
Finally today I was able to do something that I have been craving for weeks…….to go to the beach and swim in the sea! I’m a bit sunburned but it was worth it. The water was fresh and chilly and… Continue reading
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World Perfumery Congress 2007
The first day of the World Perfumery Congress, held at the state of the art Palais des Festivals in Cannes, saw Ana and I, at 7:30am, behind the front counter sorting through the 1036 (plus guests) names on the delegate list and… Continue reading
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Flowers, perfume and the WPC
Another two weeks gone by just like that. Time is moving so very fast…so many thoughts and reflections- so many new faces, changing moods, changing light, sunshine and thunderstorms with the Mistral winds so intense last weekend that my potted… Continue reading
A Perfumed Pilgrimage 