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Paperback PerfumesReader's Advisory for Fragrance Lovers, pairing scents with stories Author: Clare Presser
Welcome to Paperback Perfumes! The host Clare Presser is a Librarian with a fascination for fragrances and their capacity to evokes memories and experiences through the activation of the olfactory system. In this podcast she chats with guests about their connections with scents and stories through the pairing of perfumes and literary texts. Think of it as readers advisory for fragrance lovers, or fragrance recommendation for bibilophiles - whichever experience is your first priority. Its fun exercise that allows a lovely discussion around peoples personal interpretation of experience, scent, and story Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Language: en Genres: Arts, Books, Fashion & Beauty Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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More Than A Dandy
Episode 60
Tuesday, 19 August, 2025
“Virtue is like precious odours, most fragrant when it is crushed.”― Baroness Emmuska Orczy, The Scarlet Pimpernel In this episode I’m joined by Katrina Cochrane, founder of Archer Farrar Perfume Atelier. Katrina’s journey into natural perfumery began with her love for plants and aromatherapy, and today, she creates stunning perfumes using only the finest sustainably sourced botanicals. We discuss her personal journey from aromatherapy to the wine industry, and how she built Archer Farrar. We dive into the craft of natural perfumery, exploring the differences between natural and synthetic ingredients, and how fragrance evokes deep emotional connections. Katrina shares the challenges she faces as a natural perfumer—especially when it comes to sourcing quality ingredients— and how she stays true to her vision of creating perfumes that honour nature.Fragrances mentioned:Peony Cologne - Archer FarrarDark Cedar - Archer FarrarEmbrace - Archer FarrarGreen Vetiver - Archer FarrarForest Balsam - Archer FarrarSandara - Archer FarrarCologne Royale - DiorPeony & Blush Suede - Jo MaloneAnais Anais - Cacharel Taylor - Taylor SwiftGardenia - Archer FarrarBook discussed: The Scarlet Pimpernel - Baroness Emmuska OrczyFind Archer Farrar here: Instagram: @archerfarrarperfumeWebsite: archerfarrar.com.auTheme music for the show was created by Raul Sanchez I Jorge. Check out his solo work on Wild Animal Records Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.