Here in Saint Louis, the word “confluence” is used for many reasons. Of course, the easiest connection is the meeting of the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers, which was the reason why Pierre Laclede Liguest and Madame Therese Chouteau chose it as the location for their trading hamlet. But it goes even beyond that. Additionally, dueContinue reading “Scent Notes: At the Confluence of Rivers and Cultures”
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Scent Notes Sneak Peak: New Orris-Based Release(s)
While there will be a full Scent Notes column written soon, my writing work has been so busy that I’ve been finding it hard to squeeze any more words out of my fingertips. For now, watch the video to learn more about my two upcoming Maher Olfactive releases.
Natural Materials and Consistency (or lack thereof)
Hey everybody, as you probably know, Scott and the wonderful team of Declaration Grooming have taken over production of all grooming and shaving products with Chatillon Lux scents. And it’s been great! We’ve revisited the first scent he ever used (Champs de Lavande) and have a lot of great plans for the near future. However,Continue reading “Natural Materials and Consistency (or lack thereof)”
Video: Treachery Scent Notes
For more information and an in-depth discussion on the construction of Treachery Extrait de Parfum, check out the next post.
Treachery: This Is Not a Perfume
When working on this newest perfume, I wanted something comforting. My development began in the cold months of fall and winter, starting in 2019, but the final stages of development came during a stay-at-home order during the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic. I was lucky enough to have not been as directly affected as manyContinue reading “Treachery: This Is Not a Perfume”
La Petite Prairie from Chatillon Lux: A Multi-Generational Fresh Vetiver Citrus Fragrance
As much as I love perfume of all types, especially the experimental or wholly unique compositions from the wealth of modern independent perfumers, there are certain time-tested classics that I’ll always reach for. Whether it’s Eau Sauvage by Dior, Terre de Hermès or Vetiver by Guerlain, there’s a perfect balance in these between fresh notesContinue reading “La Petite Prairie from Chatillon Lux: A Multi-Generational Fresh Vetiver Citrus Fragrance”
Video Scent Notes: Crystal Moon
I am not much for being on camera. At all. But since we’re all stuck at home and many of us, including myself, are enjoying perfume as a way to bring beauty into these difficult times, I wanted to take the opportunity to talk. Hopefully I will make some more and get better…and remember toContinue reading “Video Scent Notes: Crystal Moon”
Crystal Moon by Maher Olfactive: Osmanthus Absolute Told in a Fantastical Myth
When I was composing the initial new release for the Maher Olfactive launch, I wanted it to be the most indulgent perfume that I could imagine. Something that was both daring and familiar, luxurious yet imaginative, comforting yet kind of cold. This led to the initial inspiration, a material that I’ve long wanted to putContinue reading “Crystal Moon by Maher Olfactive: Osmanthus Absolute Told in a Fantastical Myth”
Scent Notes: Madame Chouteau from AMERICAN PERFUMER®, created by Shawn Maher
This is the first Scent Notes column that I get to write for something that I’ve composed to be released by another brand. Over the past year, I’ve gotten to know and eventually become friends with Dave Kern, who has undertaken a really exciting project called AMERICAN PERFUMER®, based in Louisville, Kentucky. It seeks toContinue reading “Scent Notes: Madame Chouteau from AMERICAN PERFUMER®, created by Shawn Maher”
2019 Awards Wrap-Up
Hey all, while my overly Midwestern modesty resists doing this kind of thing, the awards that I won in 2019 were so gratifying that I wanted to share, especially because it would not have happened without your support. First of all, CaFleureBon’s editors named their best of 2019 lists. Weinstrasse appeared on the list for MichelynContinue reading “2019 Awards Wrap-Up”
Scent Notes by Shawn Maher 