Perfumes the Guide

In a witty, irreverent and innovative handbook two experts combine authority and experience to review more than 1200 fragrances - separating the divine from the good from the monumentally awful; from ***** 'a towering masterpiece' to * 'a secret not worth keeping'. Their stylish book will do for scent what Robert Parker's books have done for wine.

It also features introductions to women's and men's fragrances, to trends, and to history and chemistry; a glossary and many 'Top Ten' Lists; and an informative section on frequently asked questions. A truly unique and useful guide, one written with a passion for its subject, and a perfect gift.


Sample Extracts

Chinatown (Bond. No. 9) ***** gourmand chypre
The endearingly plucky firm of Bond No. 9 has produced its first masterpiece like a corner of a small French grocery in summer. A treasure in a beautiful bottle.

Hugo (Hugo Boss) ** unexciting lavender

Dull but competent suggestive of a day filled with strategy meetings.

Gardenia (Chanel) * not gardenia

a thoroughly unpleasant, loud airport-toilet floral.

About Luca Turin and Tania Sanchez
Luca Turin is a scientist with a controversial theory of how we smell. He is the author of The Secret of Scent (Faber) and the subject of the bestselling Emperor of Scent. Tania Sanchez is a perfume collector and expert, and journalist. They both live in London.

Perfumes the Guide
Allen & Unwin
Author: Luca Turin and Tania Sanchez
ISBN: 9781846681028
RRP: $45.00