Maria Nicolaeva · CYDIVA
The Perfumer’s
Notebook.
Essays on composition, texture and the practice of smelling. An educational notebook from the world of CYDIVA, founded by master perfumer Maria Nicolaeva.
The craft of attentionTexture before notes
Why creamy, dry and airy can tell you more than a list of ingredients.
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The craft of attentionA note is not a formula
How to read fragrance descriptions without mistaking them for ingredient disclosures.
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The craft of attentionThe art of contrast
Brightness, depth and the relationships that make a fragrance feel composed.
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The craft of attentionSampling with intention
A more useful way to explore perfume before choosing a bottle.
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