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Whether you are a newcomer to the world of fragrances or a connoisseur, this guide is your passport to the olfactory realm.Daniel Barros delves into the art of perfumery, from its history to its modern expressions. He unveils the perfume industry, market, terminology, notes, ingredients, and myths. You will learn how to choose and wear fragrances that resonate with your unique personality. The author's TOP 10 rankings will help you find the perfect fragrance for every style, occasion, and scent profile.With over 1,000 perfume reviews at your disposal, you will elevate your senses and embark on an unforgettable olfactory adventure.

All About Perfume is an accessible reference guide which invites readers to discover olfactory culture. A work of reference in France, the book is now available in English. The global perfume industry is worth 45 billion dollars, and each year around 2,000 new fragrances are launched worldwide. However, aside from often superficial and reductive communications, the perfume industry has long enjoyed keeping secrets and has cultivated a talent for maintaining mystery. What are perfumes composed of? Who are the perfumers behind these fragrances and what is their everyday work like? What happens between the conception of an idea in the mind of a director, project manager or fashion designer and the arrival of a new bottle on the shelves? What differences are there between a popula

The history of the most famous perfume in the world lives on in the pages of this illustrated book. For a century, Chanel No.5 has resisted the whims of fashion and the passing of time, as if Coco Chanel had found the formula for eternal femininity. What is the secret to its success? A sensual amber blend that is still today considered a milestone in perfumery. But it's also about that magnificent square bottle, a masterpiece of simplicity that inspired the work of avant-garde artists. It is exhibited at MoMA as a work of art, a timeless icon that conquered Dalí and Andy Warhol. Starting with the liaison between Coco and a Russian prince and ending with today, this book tells the story of how the legend of a fragrance entered the collective imagination thanks to the words