We’re rhapsodising about some of the incredible fragrances we’ve got our noses on lately (and beautiful new stores we’ve discovered while out and about) in this episode – so jam-packed with perfumes we’re telling each other about that we’ll have to do a Part Two to fit them all in. What can we say? It’s been SUCH a busy time for launches and exciting newness in the fragrance world. Indeed, during the recording of this episode, Nicola got so excited by Suzy’s descriptions of a new (and affordable!) niche brand that she purchased their discovery set to try for herself. Which of these would you want to try first, we wonder...? Torti Massi Miliano (57 Brewer Street) ‘Massimiliano Torti was born in Florence in 1975, and his early passion for perfumery exposed him to the leading scents of the ’80s and ’90s. Torti has revolutionised perfumery by stepping away from conventional training to focus on monophonic essences, capturing the intrinsic purity of raw materials. He collaborated with experts in tea, chocolate, and essential oils and opened a laboratory in the heart of Umbria, to create his unique fragrances. Operating exclusively from his workshop, Torti’s work is a testament to authentic craftsmanship, where every product is meticulously handcrafted with a profound commitment to quality.’ Atelier Rebul Golden Hour By perfumer Pascal Gaurin ‘Inspired by Istanbul's most enchanting moment, Istanbul Golden Hour Eau de Parfum transforms that magical time when the sun nears the horizon—wrapping the city in a golden-hued glow—into a captivating olfactory experience. Top Notes: The fragrance opens with a bright and fresh touch of pear and neroli, evoking the exact moment the light begins to soften. Heart Notes: At its heart, jasmine and toasted coconut reflect the warm, inviting tones of the Golden Hour. Base Notes: Deep notes of amber accord, labdanum, and vanilla add depth, leaving a long-lasting and elegant trail on the skin.’ Idiom Fragrances ‘Elevated, single-minded fragrances. Designed for layering. 7 fragrances.127 combinations. One you. Wear your way.’ All 30ml eau de parfum are £38. Suzy got: Idiom Acoustic Rose ‘Rose centre stage. A timeless, modern, universal rose. It begins bright, floral, moves through notes of juicy apricot and osmanthus before revealing deeper notes that softly hum with spice, earth, and tobacco. It’s rose in all its blooming glory. Solo: A warm, juicy, skin-close floral Layer: Adds rose-toned refinement and polish.’ Idiom Pepper Solstice A warm pulse of black and pink pepper. It’s a sun-setting, compulsive burst of velvet spice and rounded radiance. The scent of good times. Solo: A soft, spiced skin scent. Skin on skin. Layer: Adds a unique, spiced lift to any fragrance. We wanted to capture the soul of pepper — a fragrant still-life of the most famous spice in the world. We sourced black pepper oil from Madagascar, a spicy but bright, citrus-laced and rounded variety that brings initial lift and a sparkle of heat. Pink pepper notes add a softer pulse — fruitier, almost rosy. Then come the unexpected layers: cedarwood for dry, grounded warmth, and turmeric leaf that deepens the pepper, adding golden spice, body and a hint of zest. Together they create a pepper fragrance that’s warm, sumptuous and wholly unique.’ (Suzy wants to get the Palo Santo and 3D Amplifier AND the Vetiver Ace and Bergamot Hi Fi as well!) Idiom Fragrances also do a Discovery Kit of all seven fragrances for £35, which is the best way to try the layering experience. Arkive The Bright Side ‘Introducing The Brightside, a fragrance that encapsulates wanderlust and the spirit of adventure. The scent opens with zesty basil, lime, and bergamot, bringing a bright and herbal freshness. Floral notes of frangipani, night- blooming jasmine and orris linger at the heart, while grounding vetiver, angelica root and cedarwood add warmth and sophistication. The Brightside is your passport to unforgettable memories. The Brightside has been created with AromaWellness™️ technology, scientifically proven to uplift, energise and increase positivity.’ Olfiction Lab Editions: Iconic By Pia Long ‘A floral bouquet inspired by the idealised memory of a luxurious 80s face cream and cosmetics. Orris and rose de mai form the centre of this sentimental creation, bringing powdery softness, whilst neroli and tuberose impart freshness and natural complexity. A previous version of ICONIC, designed specifically for skincare applications, was exhibited in Unveiling the Essence: A Journey into Perfumery Formulas at the Institute of Art and Olfaction in 2025. The formula has been modified to perform as perfume.’ Ormonde Jayne Four Corners of the Earth Reimagined Patchouli By Céline Ripert HEAD: Pink pepper, cardamom, lemon, saffron HEART: Cedarwood, amber, cashmeran, akigalawood SOUL: Patchouli, ambroxan, musk, sandalwood ‘A scent carved from shadow and stone. A patchouli not bound by tradition but reimagined. Earthbound velvet, aged in the roots of forgotten forests. Patchouli rises bold, sacred and unyielding, wrapped in the ancient hush of cedar groves balanced with the breath of the mountain - raw and refined.’ Marc-Antoine Barrois B87.135 extrait By Quentin Bisch (Harrods exclusive) ‘Here, an evolution on the first perfume from the House – B683 – receives a powerful update by way of the B87.135 extrait de parfum, celebrating the arrival of the perfumer at Harrods and the opulence of One Thousand and One Nights. The fragrance comes to life with a woody, spicy and amber profile that evokes the scented treasures of a souk.’ Top notes: pink peppercorn, ambrette seeds, myrrh Heart notes : saffron, rose oil, iris butter Base notes: cedarwood, patchouli, vetiver, Georgywood’ [Georgywood is a synthetic aroma molecule developed by Givaudan that provides a vibrant, clean, and intense woody-ambery scent to perfumes. A durable base note, often resembling cedarwood, sandalwood, or agarwood (oudh), to create modern, long-lasting fragrances with, in some cases, slight fruity or spicy facets.]
