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Nicola Bonn
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On The Scent
Brighton Sniffari Part 2 & Current Scent Addictions
Nicola is currently loving: @kajalperfumes Kolada“When we radiate rays of gratitudeWe bathe in a boundless ocean of abundance.Inspired by the iconic Pina Colada, Kajal Kolada pays homage to happiness, tranquility, and exoticism. The Pina Colada conjures visions of a lush, tropical paradise, where the emerald palm leaves of coconut groves gently sway as a blissfully balmy breeze caresses them, offering momentary respite from the sultry heat. Pristine ivory sands meet shimmering aquamarine waters, seamlessly blending into pastel-colored cotton candy skies as infinite as the hopes and dreams within us...
2025-07-24
38 min
On The Scent
Brighton Sniffari Part 1 + Our Favourite Raconteur Fragrances!
This week we’re focusing on Suzy’s recent Sniffari in Brighton, this time focusing on her visit to @soliflore_store, owned and run by Sarah. We will also be revealing our favourite of the new @the_rac_on_teur fragrances we’ve been exploring the last few weeks, and you can vote for your fave in the poll on our Instagram page, @onthescentpodcast. In this episode we also mention the wonderful kit Nicola’s put together for those who share her anxiety about flying. Find out more about Zen in the Sky kits @outspokenbeautynicola. But now, l...
2025-07-17
25 min
On The Scent
Scented Souvenirs: Rituals, Remedies & Perfume Adventures
This week on #OnTheScentPodcast, Nicola returns from her travels, bringing a suitcase of scented stories and soul-soothing rituals. To calm flight nerves, she reached for the tranquil embrace of @neomwellbeing Calming Pen, the protective cocoon of @subtleenergies Aura Protection Body Mist, and the bohemian spirit of @thameenfragrance Bohemian Infusion, woven through her scarf like a fragrant talisman.The hotel’s air shimmered with the signature scent of @annesemoninfrance - luxurious, luminous, and lingering in every soap and lotion, a memory Nicola carried home & treasures.Back in London, she delighted in the luminous @diptyque & @susannekaufmann_ scented li...
2025-06-06
44 min
On The Scent
Bottled Bliss: Launches, Awards & Vibes
We’re still pinching ourselves after winning the Jasmine Awards New Media Award for the second year running, for our Halloween Scented Story project! And huge congrats to Suzy @fragrantmaven for her Judges Special Recognition Award for her Substack feature on Rivals characters and their signature scents. We spill a few behind-the-scenes secrets from the ceremony (and those legendary goody bags) in last weekend’s Patreon extra episode – available for subscribers to our patreon.com page. @marcantoinebarrois were double-winners too, for the magnificent happiness-bottled fragrance, Tilia.Nicola discovered @parfums_d_inza, a Cotswolds-based house, and loved trying Reine...
2025-05-15
42 min
On The Scent
Paris, Perfume Launches, and “Please make me smell like a cave!”
CAN Suzy @fragrantmaven find fragrances for a listener who wants to smell like a cave (yes, really), and for an actor playing Belle’s eccentric inventor dad, Maurice, in Beauty & the Beast the Musical? Of COURSE she can! This week on the podcast: Nicola shares her dreamy perfumery day in Paris with her mum, exploring the gorgeous Maison @diptyque (complete with its own garden) and falling for L’Eau Papier all over again, before swooning at the divine @dior fashion exhibit. Nicola also finally sniffed some recent launches Suzy raved about: @marcantoinebarrois Aldebaran and @angelaflandersperfumery Shantung Dream.Th...
2025-05-01
53 min
On The Scent
A Feast For All The Senses
This week's On the Scent podcast is a sensory feast spanning art, astrophysics, architecture, cults, rituals and embracing your darker side (while finding the light).Suzy was staggered by @marcantoinebarrois Aldebaran - a tuberose like no other that's wild, greenly sap-laden and coconutty cool, currently featured in an extraordinary art installation at Milan Design Week (on until 13th April, tickets here: Mission ALDEBARANeventbrite.frIt's particularly mercurial: on Suzy it's ultra green, then cold, metallic and silvery, creamy and addictive; on @blublazerguy it was coconutty, while on @morebrandscents the intriguing p...
2025-04-10
49 min
On The Scent
The Scented Scoop: Awards, Reviews & Sneak-Peeks
In this jam-packed mini podcast, we discuss…We are Fragrance Foundation Jasmine awards finalists! In the New & Visual Media category, for our Scented Story (the week-long creative project we did for Halloween, taking it in turns to tell a story evoking intriguingly uncanny fragrances using photographs and video we took, choosing music, spanning Instagram reels, stories and posts, and a special edition of the podcast. You can see this by clicking on the Story 2 highlights circle beneath our bio @onthescentpodcast on Instagram.We are judges for the inaugural Marie Claire U.K. Fr...
2025-04-03
15 min
On The Scent
Spritz & Tell: Our Fragrant Favourites
Get ready for this week’s NEW episode of On the Scent! We're celebrating #nationalfragranceweek with a packed show full of olfactory delights.Wondering why there's still no #PerfumeBottleEmoji? So are we! Plus, exciting news for our Australian listeners – Suzy will be speaking via live link-up at the @geelonglibraries Fragrance Fair on 22nd March, exploring how to write about fragrance in this influencer-dominated world and unpacking the DNA of Australian fragrance houses.Get tickets here! https://www.geelongaustralia.com.au/events/calendar/item/8dd479c244e0cbf.aspxWe're swooning over...
2025-03-20
43 min
On The Scent
Vintage Treasures, NEW Ormonde Jayne, Opalescent Luxury, & a Dewy Rose
Vintage Treasures, NEW Ormonde Jayne, Opalescent Luxury, & a Dewy Rose Nicola found a treasure-trove of vintage fragrance jewellery to swoon over @alfiesantiques, and we talk about which of the pieces we most covet [Spolier: ALL of them!] plus we’re discussing the latest launch in the @ormondejayne Montabaco collection – a Sandalore-infused beauty Suzy went mad for; and which previous carnival-esque release Nicola fell in love with.Then we’re in raptures over the Chinese New Year inspired scent from @boadiceathevictorious: Opal – a luxurious pure perfume that shimmers with pearlescence on a base of velvety darkness...
2025-02-06
51 min
On The Scent
Matching fragrances to festive tipples with wine expert Helena Nicklin
Helena Nicklin @helenasips is an award-winning Wine, Spirits & Lifestyle Writer and Broadcaster, who’s co-produced and presented The Three Drinkers global TV series for Amazon Prime, and has her own @flockandhive podcast “for those curious about life, the universe, and everything.” And now, she’s opening up her extensive knowledge by starting her own online wine academy courses: @hswineacademyWe happen to know that Helena also adores perfume - the worlds of fine wine and fragrance being incredibly compatible. So, for this episode, we’ve set her a challenge: to pair four of our fragrance choices with festive tipples. Then, WE...
2024-12-19
58 min
On The Scent
Experience On The Scent Live With Us
New podcast episode alert!Join us On the Scent as we take you behind the scenes of our incredible London live event - our biggest yet! 70 fragrance-loving listeners travelled from across the UK and even flew in from Ireland for this sold-out spectacular. We're bringing you the vibrant atmosphere with live snippets, listener questions, and our favourite fragrance launches of the year. Discover why these scents stood out and hear about the one that left Nicola utterly OBSESSED after smelling it for the first time at the event!We'll also dish on the lust-worthy goody bags...
2024-12-12
1h 13
On The Scent
Realistic rhubarb, Parisian Cherries & a Scented Murder Mystery
We’ve finally got our noses on a brilliant collection of affordable fragrances (including the most realistic rhubarb we’ve ever smelled), an intoxicating scent inspired by the red light district of Paris (ooh la la!), and an intriguing murder mystery game to play with a perfume set. Plus - a fragrance featuring an incredible *100-year old Mysore sandalwood*! We’ve also got a list of suggestions for a listener seeking to capture the smell of forest walks and mountain hikes, and some ideas for a lovely friend to gift her BFF (whose signature scent was the much missed...
2024-11-21
1h 01
On The Scent
Exciting new brands, loads of launches & milky fragrances
We delve deep into some of the new brands / launches Suzy saw and sniffed at @pittifragranze in Florence, featuring a number of her favourites in this episode (so keep your noses primed to sniff these perfumes out for yourselves!) We also talk about some gorgeous new launches Nicola’s been smelling, and suggest some new scents for a listener who’s looking for sensorially milky fragrances to indulge in this autumn. We discuss…@kajalperfumes Lamar Noir@mystikum_fragrances Moonlight Ceremony, Saddles of the Silk Road, The Empress’ Kiss@beaufortlondon 3 x new fragrances coming out...
2024-09-26
1h 06
On The Scent
On the Scent with Marc-Antoine Barrois
This episode is in collaboration with Marc-Antoine BarroisIn this episode of On the Scent podcast, Suzy and Nicola sit down with @marcantoinebarrois - couturier turned fragrance house founder - for an intimate conversation recorded at the Piccadilly Arcade boutique (just before the sold-out live event!) The discussion delves into Marc-Antoine's journey to becoming a renowned name in the world of couture and perfumery.Marc-Antoine shares heartfelt stories about his early passion for fashion, inspired by his grandfather, a textile industrialist in Northern France. His career took off when he was discovered by Dominique Sirop, leading...
2024-09-12
1h 15
On The Scent
Season Five Episode One: Scents To Swoon Over
Welcome back for the FIFTH season of our award-winning podcast! What a bumper catch-up we have in store, with Suzy & Nicola reminiscing over some standout showcases and launches, a mini Sniffari (for Nicola’s little ones), what we’ve been wearing, and a wander into the woods for some forest-y fragrances, in answer to a #listenerprescription We discuss…@sanajardin Incense Water @bdkparfumsparis Tabac Rose Ambre Saffrano@ojarofficial Encens Cuivre Wood WhisperRed Redemption @boadiceathevictoriousTobacco SapphireAqua Sapphire Valiant Atelier @versace Figue Blanche:@jomalonelondon Blossom Collection fragrances (from earlier this year):Sunlit Cherimoya CologneYellow Hibiscus CologneListener Pr...
2024-08-21
1h 00
On The Scent
All the fun of the Barnes Fragrance Fair, a luxury launch & perfume prescription
Fresh from the amazing adventures of @barnesfragrancefair, Suzy goes through the fragrances (and an incredible candle) she chose for her talk with @aliceduparcq, some of the events she attended, the amazing brands and people she met (and a few purchases she made along the way...)Nicola recounts the fabulous launch she attended (and picks which perfumes she predicts Suzy will love), her husband Chris gets emotional over Elnett hairspray, and we help a listener trying to find a long-lost love... Suzy mentions: @jusbox fragrances Scented Revolutions event, with the f...
2024-05-23
45 min
On The Scent
SO Many New Launches, Our Award Nomination & Your Prescriptions
We are practically bursting with new fragrance launch news (there are several million so far this year it seems, and we’re going our best to catch-up with some of our faves here), and we are both glowing from our Jasmine AWARD nomination! Plus, we’ve got the perfect scented suggestions for your perfume prescription questions…We could not be more thrilled to have been shortlisted for the Creativity category of @fragrancefoundationuk Jasmine Awards for our week-long Halloween Instagram story. This unfurled in daily updates - which Suzy & Nicola took turns to write, using the story, photographs and music...
2024-04-11
1h 01
On The Scent
Scents to Sleep – fragrances for wearing to bed
It being National Sleep Week, in this episode we’re focussing on fragrances that we like to wear to bed. From scents to soothe and help us unwind, to those that make us feel we’re drifting off in a posh hotel surrounded by sumptuous bedlinen – we’ll be discussing ‘your skin but better’ scents, texturally pleasing perfumes that remind us of crisp cotton and luxurious sheets and even silk pyjamas. But are there certain fragrances that *you* only wear at bedtime, or do you think the whole idea of wearing a perfume to sleep in is a bit weird? W...
2024-03-14
53 min
On The Scent
A Fragrant Flurry and A Special Memorial
With Nicola having hosted an event for @fragranceshopuk and smelling the beautiful @chloe Nomade Naturelle, Suzy & Nicola attending a fascinating launch of a musically-themed new @thameenfragrance with the brilliant @cchonguk, and Suzy practically running between launches (including @florislondon, @thooperfume - others to follow as there have been a fragrant flurry) it’s been quite the workout for our noses!Although we couldn’t fit ALL the new launches in this episode, of course we made time for answering some more of your #perfumeprescriptions questions, and for a hugely moving fragrant memorial for one of our listeners. We discuss… @thamee...
2024-03-07
51 min
On The Scent
Fragrant Legacies & Scent-Matched ‘Eras’
A bumper episode this week, starting with a deep dive into the new Estée Lauder Legacy x Frederic Malle collection of brilliantly re-imagined classics, there’s also a discussion of a limited-edition Serges Lutens that delights Suzy and disturbs Nicola, and an incredible MEMO fragrance that transports you to a gloriously unique landscape in Turkey. And here’s something different – we focus on the fascinating question sent in by a listener who’s lucky enough to be going to the @taylorswift ERAS tour and wants to know how we’d scent it. So, we went one...
2024-02-22
1h 02
On The Scent
Minipod: Affordable Fragrance Edit (Part One)
This year we want to give even more affordable fragrance options on the podcast. Balancing our coverage of all price options has been vital to us since we started On the Scent and given the soaring costs of EVERYTHING (including fragrance prices), it’s more important than ever. Of course, we will still cover the luxury, niche and designer launches and more spendy scents we love, but if they are way out of your pocket right now – or you’re simply looking for some perfumed treats that won’t break the bank – we wanted to do a little mini pod edit of so...
2024-02-08
33 min
On The Scent
We fell madly for these new fragrances…
Discover which fragrances we’ve been enraptured by this week…There’s everything from an affordable treat Nicola fell for, and a newly-launched citrus/vetiver scent she thinks Suzy will ADORE; to luxe hair mists, another achingly beautiful sample from @sainte.cellier, THREE new Ormonde Jayne fragrances, and a perfume & cocktail matching event that was a sensorial sensation…Nicola’s been wearing:@avon_uk Lov U Connected A new fragrance by @parfumsdemarly which we can talk about, but not yet name! Suzy’s been wearing:@electimuss Hair Mists - now available in Mercurial Ca...
2024-01-31
1h 00
On The Scent
Our Event + More of Your Perfume Prescriptions!
Well… we thought last year’s live event couldn’t be topped, but this year’s was even more epic! So, this week’s show is for those who were there & want to relive the magic, or those who couldn’t make it and are wondering what happened. We’ll be talking about some of the olfactory occurrences, with snippets recorded during the evening, taking you through the epic goody bag, and answering a couple more questions attendees had sent in…HUGE thanks to @tomsavanococktails for providing their *incredible* olfactively-infused cocktails for guests to enjoy! Everyone was awed by the...
2023-11-23
1h 14
On The Scent
Celine scented newness + perfume prescriptions
Oooooh… we can finally talk about it, as the @celine ‘CELESTE’ range - including body oil, bath milk and splash cologne - is now launching! Oh wait, but there’s more: an Illuminations candle that swirls with “psychedelic incense” and scent memories of glamorously decadent Californian parties. Following the opulence, Nicola talks about an exciting, affordable and scent-revolutionary experience she had making three bespoke perfumes at the brand new Oxford Street store of the @fragranceshopuk. Plus we’re talking through what we’ve been wearing, and answering more of your utterly fascinating #perfumeprescription questions…What We’ve Been Wearing:N...
2023-11-16
56 min
On The Scent
Correspondence Special
We have mountains of messages from listeners giving fascinating fragrant feedback (including from a teacher who’s noticed something really interesting about the way her pupils interact with their sense of smell). Plus, of course, your #perfumeprescription questions, this week including another desperate to rediscover their lost scent love. More in search of their perfect vanillas, and a fragrance fan searching for long-lasting all natural perfumes.Plus, we’re discussing @aftelierperfume Mandy Aftel’s utterly brilliant new book: The Museum of Scent: Exploring the Curious and Wondrous World of Fragrance. And telling you what we’ve been enjoying wearing...
2023-11-09
56 min
On The Scent
Marvellous Muses & Scented Obsessions
This week Nicola & Suzy are both obsessed with new (and new to them) fragrances that have already earned compliments galore - some of which are true olfactory obsessions (as they can’t stop thinking about them!) We’ve got some wonderful feedback - including a listener giving *Nicola* a #perfumeprescription - and a plethora of suggestions of perfumes for listeners seeking scents which: evoke freedom via an adventurous car journey / last longer than a beloved (but fleeting) rose musk / are the best to sample of a delicious niche house / are woody but right for right now in Australian summ...
2023-10-12
38 min
On The Scent
Celebrations, Joyous New Scents and Prescriptions
In this one, we catch up with Nicola’s birthday celebrations (and the unexpected smells one encounters in a yurt), plus the JOYOUS just-launched fragrances we’ve been sniffing, some very (ahem!) uplifting listener feedback; and autumnal scented candle suggestions for someone who loathes pumpkin spice….We discuss:@marcantoinebarrois Ganymede@matierepremiereparfums Vanilla Powder@barbour Coastal For Her@barbour Coastal For Him@lamontanacandles fragrance First Light@lamontanacandles fragrance Divine Sunset @lamontanacandles fragrance Night Star @olfactive_o Citrus@olfactive_o Skin @arianagrande Cloud Pink Listener Prescriptions ...
2023-10-05
54 min
On The Scent
Perfumer Creates us TWO Original Scents + NEW Frederic Malle, Parfums de Marly & more!
This week we are VERY excitedly sniffing the one-off bespoke fragrances that @bedeauxx perfumer Amanda Beadle so thoughtfully created for @outspokenbeauty’s kids, Poppy & Louis. (Seriously, though, how lucky are they?!) There’s also a much-anticipated review of the NEW @fredericmalle fragrance by Jean-Claude Ellena, a sneaky sniff of the soon to be launched @parfumsdemarly, our time at THE rooftop perfume party of the summer (and an INCIDENT WITH A PINE NUT & SELFRIDGES BAG which reduced Nicola & Suzy to a giggling fit). All this plus what we’ve been wearing, and your always fascinating questions answered with...
2023-09-14
49 min
On The Scent
Avon take us Far Away Beyond the Moon…
We were so excited to partner with @avon_uk to create this immersive episode, in which we get to try the BRAND NEW Avon fragrance - Far Away Beyond the Moon.We’ll be travelling via our noses and diving deep into the creation of this fragrance by talking to Avon’s Head of Perfumery, Victor Costa, listening to the fragrant dreamscapes Suzy & Nicola were whisked to while wearing it and hearing some of the Outspoken Beauty Panellists’ impressions of wearing this scent.But wait, did you know Avon’s history dates back to 1886? A future-forward company...
2023-08-24
41 min
On The Scent
Fun Fragrant Activities for The Whole Family
In this episode Nicola and Suzy are exploring all the wonderful ways that you can have fun with fragrance.This episode was inspired by an activity that Nicola did with her children Poppy and Louis where she asked them to design a perfume each based on a place/activity/aspect of life that they love. They designed the bottles, the ingredients and the colour of the juice and you'll hear them talking about their scents right at the end of the episode.During the podcast Suzy and Nicola also discuss:Books about smell
2023-08-10
1h 01
On The Scent
Fragrances for Recovery & Desperately Seeking Nostalgic Scents
What are the fragrances you reach for when recovering from illness, an anxiety attack, or even during a stay in hospital? In this episode we’re discussing the perfumes that help us feel better, and delving in to the post bag (okay, DMs) to explore requests from listeners who are desperately seeking nostalgic, now sadly discontinued, scents - Faberge’s BABE, Impulse’s Spice Girls and Parfumerie Generale Bois Blond’s. What are their #perfumeprescriptions and why did we choose them? Listen to find out, and let us know what YOU would have suggested! Our choices of fragrances for reco...
2023-08-03
53 min
On The Scent
Feeling French + Seeking Glamorous Yet Cosy (& Mossy) Scents
In this episode we're chatting about Nicola's jaunt to Paris and the fragrant excitement that the city offers. We also have a beautifully moving message to share with you and are exploring the world of cosy and mossy scents.What We’ve Been Wearing Nicola:@MaisonLouisMarie No 4 Bois de Balincourt (perfume oil) @sanctuaryspa Golden Sandalwood collection (particularly the mousse to oil product!) Suzy:@vilhelm_parfumerie Darling Nikki (sample was in this month’s Liberty Beauty Drop box) @millerharris L’Air de Rien
2023-07-27
52 min
On The Scent
We Bring Our Event To You, Fragrant Showcases and Unconventional Wedding Scents
What’s in store this week?Well… Nicola’s been wearing @matierepremiereparfums Parisian Musc (which she feels gave her the edge to come joint first in the Mother’s Race at her son’s sport’s day!)We’re also reminiscing (with some recorded snippets) on our recent On the Scent Podcast x @themerchantofvenice event @harrods (so brilliantly organised by @kga_beauty_pr) featuring Nicola Pozzani @yogii.perfumer - The Merchant of Venice’s Creative Director - where so many of our lovely listeners joined us to hear (and smell!) the history of Venice’s perfume trade, and the ins...
2023-07-20
55 min
On The Scent
Scent obsessions, mushrooms & more!
Sometimes, a fragrance hits you in a certain spot and you cannot stop thinking about it, don’t you find?! So… what perfume has Suzy been obsessing about for months and finally purchased, which scent does a listener feel the universe told her to try, and can we find fragrances for other listeners currently mesmerised by bamboo, mushrooms and much more?!What we’ve been wearing…Suzy:Gabar @gabar Ground Moncler @moncler Les Sommets - Haute Montagne Un eclat de bois blancLes Indémodables @les_indemodables_officiel Patchouli Noisette (available @sainte.cellier) Nicola:@ipsumskin (skincare with amaz...
2023-06-22
40 min
On The Scent
Seaside Scents + Prescriptions for Saffron, Plumberry & Uplifting Perfumes
In this episode we're celebrating the scents that take us to the seaside in all it's salty, sandy glory. We're also talking about what we've been wearing and have some fabulous listener prescriptions.What we’ve been wearing…Suzy:@mirrorwater.earth Smooth Body Oil@goldfield_and_banks_australia Ingenious Ginger@nestfragrances Indian Jasmin + South Pacific Sandalwood Perfume Oils Nicola:@ateliercologne Cedrat Enivrant@kalmarwellbeing Calm Body Cream@diptyque Eau CapitalScents that remind us of the seaside…Suzy:@millerharris Hydra Figue @nancymeilandparfums ÉGLANTIER@houseofsarahbaker Atlante@l...
2023-06-15
55 min
On The Scent
Minipod - Nicola's New Discoveries
Poor Suzy still has Covid so in this mini episode Nicola's talking you through some of the amazing discoveries that she made on a recent fragrant adventure in Selfridges.Fragrances mentioned:@Celine Nightclubbing@Celine Black Tie@Guerlain Aqua Allegoria Herba fresca@Penhaligons_london Solaris@Maisonfranciskurkdijan Aqua Media Cologne Forte@Memo.paris Sherwood@Kilianparis I Don't Need A Prince By My Side To Be A Princess
2023-06-08
13 min
On The Scent
Discovery Sets We Love (Part 2), Jasmine Awards & Perfume Prescriptions
We love fragrance discovery sets so much we’re continuing our look at some of our favourites this week (with something for every budget). Plus, we’re still starry-eyed from the @fragrancefoundationuk Jasmine Awards, Nicola took her children fragrance shopping, and we’re answering some more of your Perfume Prescription questions!Can we find a way for a listener to boost their favourite fragrance, and another find their perfect tuberose perfume…?We mention:@jomalonelondon Poppy & Barley@jomalonelondon Wood Sage & Sea Salt@sunnamusk Golden Dust Fragrance Oil @floralstreet_ Discovery Set @floralstreet_ Mini Scented...
2023-05-18
52 min
On The Scent
The Wonderful World of Discovery Sets
What are the best discovery sets you can buy for finding new fragrances? We’re wallowing in scent samples and discussing some of our favourites (Part 1) in this week’s episode, plus we’re sniffing each other (virtually, for now!) to see what we’ve been wearing, getting EXTREMELY excited about the @barnesfragrancefair (on May 20th) and hearing some listener feedback from a previous Perfume Prescription… What We’ve Been WearingSuzy:@millerharris Hydra Figue@jusboxperfumes Good MorningNicola:@mizensir Poudre d’Or@memo.paris Sherwood@official...
2023-05-11
58 min
On The Scent
Delicious New Launches, Cut Grass & Dog’s Heads!
We’ve got some addictively delicious new launches to serve you this week, with a catch-up on what we’ve been wearing, and a dive into the postbag where answer your Perfume Prescriptions (including questions about fragrances to evoke the scents of freshly cut grass, and the smell of a dog’s head…!) What We’ve Been Wearing…Nicola:@ffern.co Spring 21@ilapothecary Speak Your Truth / Beat the Blues (Aroma Rollers)@ilapothecary Feminine Happy Oil (body oil) https://www.ilapothecary.com Suzy: @akrofragrances Bake @givenchybeauty L’Interdit Édition Millésime Burning Neroli @ellisbrooklyn Fl...
2023-04-27
52 min
On The Scent
Fabulous Ffern
This week, Nicola & Suzy took a trip to visit the beautiful @ffern.co London boutique. Having mentioned this lovely Somerset-based natural perfumery on the show previously, it was time to hear directly from Emily Cameron (who co-founded Ffern with her brother, Owen Mears), learn much more about the ingredients they use, and their seasonal, sustainable and slow-perfumery ethos.Walking around this haven of tranquility, you soon forget you’re in the heart of Soho (Just off Carnaby Street!) as you smell the fragrances in the archive, marvel at the plethora of natural materials. Think fossil-embedded stones, a desk ma...
2023-04-20
57 min
On The Scent
Best of Esxence, a Catchup & Your Moving Messages
In this episode Suzy tells us all about her incredible experience at the Esxence, the huge fragrance fair in Milan. Nicola and Suzy also have a general life and fragrance catch up and we read some of your incredibly moving and life affirming messages.Here's what we mention during the episode:What we’ve been wearing…Nicola’s been wearing:@penhaligon’s_london Highgrove Bouquet @ormondejayne Levant Suzy’s been wearing:@trudon Mortel@thameen Fanfare @maisoncrivelli Oud Maracuja*****Best of @esxenceofficial - Part One:
2023-04-13
51 min
On The Scent
Amanda Carr - Fragrant Festivals, Fashion and Fragrance and National Fragrance Week
During National Fragrance Week, what better time to have our perfume pal Amanda Carr on the show. Amanda is a Jasmine-award-winning writer & trend forecaster for @wgsn with a fashion background, but who fell head over heels for fragrance. Together with the brilliant stylist & Editor of @holeandcorner magazine, Tamara Fulton, she set up the @wewearperfume blog, asking people about their scent choices. Now, with a view to bringing perfume to the public, Amanda is organising an exciting new project in London - the @barnesfragrancefair - taking place on Saturday May 20th.We are thrilled to have been...
2023-03-23
50 min
On The Scent
Fragrances to Flaunt Your Fabulousness
Dedicated to one particular listener’s Swedish Aunt, Tina, who sounded like one of the most fabulous women ever, we’re discussing scents that make you feel like you’re wearing cocktail attire, even if you’re in your scruffiest old jeans. If anything, we hope this episode will help you dare to flaunt yourself fragrantly, forever…!What We Wear to Feel Fabulous:Nicola:@theperfumersstory Azii Glasser After Hours@penhaligons_london Much Ado About the Duke@fredericmalle Portrait of a LadySuzy:@lilanurparfums Incarnation @maisoncrivelli Hibiscus Mahajád@mauboussin_parfums Mau...
2023-03-02
44 min
On The Scent
Minipod - Cheaper and Cheerful Pick-Me-Up Perfumes
In this short and sweet episode, Nicola and Suzy talk about some of the affordable fragrances that they turn to when they need an instant pick-me-up.Suzy’s suggestions:Jean Couturier Coriandre £21.06 for 100ml edtPepe Jeans Bright for Her £26 for 80ml edpM&S Discover Intense Fresh Citrus & Moss £6.99 but currently 20% off all fragrance, so £4.80 for 10ml edtNicola's suggestions:Nivea Sun £21 or just normal niveaNuxe Sun Delicious Fragrant Water - £13.30Clarins Eau des jardins - £38Elizabeth Arden Sunflowers - £24
2023-02-15
12 min
On The Scent
Latest Launches & Perfume Prescriptions
In this episode Suzy and Nicola chat about an amazing perfume launch, a low moment for Nicola involving onion rings, some of the wonderful fragrances that they have been trying and we answer your prescriptions.Nicola & Suzy discuss:@parfumsdemarly Valaya (and their new Covent Garden Boutique)@beautypie The Scent Edit Fragrance Discovery Set@thameenfragrance Cullinan Diamond @dsanddurga Pistachio Listener Perfume Prescription Questions:@matierepremiere French Flower @memo.paris Marfa@ruthmastenbroekperfume Signature @lush Cardamon Coffee @maisonmargiela Replica Coffee Break@dsanddurga Rose Atlantic@imaginaryauthors Every Storm a...
2023-02-09
46 min
On The Scent
Puppies, Fragrant Breakfasts and Your Prescriptions
In this episode we’re reminiscing about the most fabulous fragrance launch press breakfast we attended recently (where we both fell in love with the perfume AND a puppy), talking about the scents we’ve been reaching for lately, and why; and continuing to answer your Perfume Prescription questions… Suzy’s been wearing…@memo.paris Sherwood@memoizeperfume Caritas@parlemoideparfum Milky MuskNicola’s been trying…@nevergo.alone Sandstone Candle @thameenfragrance Cullinan Diamond@trishmcevoy X@sanajardin Berber BlondeListener Perfume Prescriptions: @demeterceo Fragrances: (from $4.95 each) https...
2023-01-26
43 min
On The Scent
Scented Sleepovers, Piercings & Surprising Perfumes!
In this episode Suzy tells us about a fabulous scented sleepover that she attended last week, Nicola tells us why she's had a few piercings (Suzy is convinced that it's all linked with fragrance) and then they get into the amazing scents that they've been wearing recently as well as of course ansdwering your fabulous prescription questions....What we’ve been wearing:Suzy:@mitchellandpeach English Leaf eau de toilette@bdkparfumsparis Gris Charnel Extrait@angelaflanders Leather RosaNicola:@byfar_official Da...
2023-01-19
42 min
On The Scent
Scent Resolutions and Storage Solutions
In this episode of On The Scent Suzy and Nicola talk about what they're wearing and loving at the moment and they also answer your questions which cover everything from clever fragrance storage solutions to what to wear when you enter your "villain era".Here's what we mention during the episode:What Nicola’s Been Wearing:@ormondejayne Woman@kilianparis Angel’s ShareWhat Suzy’s Been Wearing:@tothefairestlondon Elan Vital @initioparfumprives Paragon Listener Perfume Prescriptions:@ilkperfume Devious@erisparfums (available at @sainte.cellier in the U.K...
2023-01-12
52 min
On The Scent
Reliving The On The Scent Live Event
Happy New Year! In this first episode of 2023 we’re talking about our live event, when listeners travelled from all over the country to London, on a freezing cold evening, to gather at the altar of scent and sniff along with us in a church crypt! It was utterly joyous, full of laughter and love, and so many said they left with new friendships made. So, for those that were there and want to live it all again, or those of you who couldn’t get tickets and are desperate to know what happened… let’s revel in reliving...
2023-01-05
1h 07
On The Scent
Festive Fragrance Gifting Special!
In this bumper episode we’re bringing you our curation of the very best affordable fragrance gifts out there - they smell incredible, are created by top perfumers, but won’t break the bank! Then we’re joined by Haydn Williams (aka @yousmellgreatwhat and now host of male grooming podcast @maninthemirrorpod). He gives us some great pocket-friendly Men’s Scent Solutions & ideas for experiences you could gift. Finally, we’re thrilled to bring you a whole Hanukkah celebration of candles with @violalevy, freelance journalist and beauty columnist for @thejewishchronicle.We know times are tough out there...
2022-12-15
56 min
On The Scent
On the Scent with Clive Christian - An exclusive interview with Victoria Christian & our favourite fragrances
Sponsored Episode in partnership with @clivechristianperfumeWith an emphasis on high-quality ingredients and time-honoured techniques, @clivechristianperfume epitomise the true luxury of fine perfumery. Having saved Crown Perfumery - a Victorian house that dated back to 1872 and once supplied scents to royalty - Clive Christian now blend their unique heritage with a future-forward and totally contemporary vision.Celebrating their 150th anniversary, we are thrilled to be joined by ambassador Victoria Christian for this episode - an incredible woman whose first career was in the theatre, but whose passion for perfume led her to become the brand ambassador...
2022-12-07
1h 11
On The Scent
Season 2 Episode 11 - Fragrances We're Loving and Fragrant Prescriptions
In this episode we're chatting about a fragrance that we're both loving, Nicola talks about a new Neom scent that she can't get enough of and Suzy talks us through some fascinating, multi-faceted fragrances that she's loving. We also give some prescriptions and the Facebook community gets involved too. (If you haven't joined yet just search for On The Scent Podcast and ask to join....it's a fab community.Here's what we mention:Suzy’s been wearing:@kayali @monakattan Vanilla Royale Sugared Patchouli | 64@memo.paris Memo Madurai@marcantoinebarrois Encelade
2022-11-23
52 min
On The Scent
Season 2 Episode 10- Fragrant Feedback & Hilarious Scent Stories
We’re sharing some incredible (and often hilarious!) scent stories and fragrant feedback from you this week, including tales of the woman who took a perfume to lunch, a listener slowly regaining her sense of smell after losing it 25 years ago, and erotic adventures during a perfume-buying holiday…!We mention:@mcgee.onfood.onsmells Nose Dive by Harold McGee (book)@tallow_restaurant@quadywinery Elysium Black Muscat wine (Suzy got her bottle @majesticwine)@maisonnoirfragrance Alter Ego (Suzy’s been wearing and adoring this - the one she got stopped twice so n the sa...
2022-11-17
44 min
On The Scent
Season 2 Episode 9 - A Fragrant Getaway, Mysterious Magician & Perfume Prescriptions
In this episode Suzy makes everyone sick with jealousy about her luxurious overnight stay in a beautiful Cotswolds hotel (filled with fragrant products!) while Nicola goes on a spree in Liberty (with cake!) and has an unusual encounter with a magician. We’ll also be catching up about even more new fragrance launches, what we’re loving, and answering listener questions with our perfume prescriptions!We mention…@thyme.england Thyme Hotel@beauty.by.laperla Just Give Me Roses@ostens_official Cashmeran Velvet Candle@jolovesofficial Christmas Layered Candle@penhaligons_london...
2022-11-10
51 min
On The Scent
Season 2 Episode 8 - Exploring Selfridges, Musical Scents and Fabulous Newness
In this episode Nicola chats about her recent fragrant adventure in Selfridges, plus Suzy and Nicola delve into some of the magnificent scents that they have encountered at recent launches and events. Nicola has also been buying samples from Les Senteurs in her ongoing quest for a new perfume and Suzy has encountered what is perhaps the sexiest and dirtiest orange blossom scent of all time.Here's what we mention:@angelaflanders Leather Rosa@sunnamusk Soft Paradise, Golden Dust, Night Illusion@laboratorioolfattivo Vanhera, Need-U@henrystownhouse Saturnalia candle@jusboxperfumes...
2022-11-03
54 min
On The Scent
Season 2 - Episode 7 - Sephora, Squirrels & Scents We’re Excited About
We’ve been on a whistle-stop tour of exciting press days: exploring the scent spaces of Commodity and visiting the actual church of Sephora (and discovering some of the brands they’ll be stocking). Plus Nicola falls madly for not one but TWO fragrances and makes her own perfume, Suzy has an emotional moment when a fragrances picks her, and has her mind blown at the IFRA Fragrance Forum. All this, plus news of our December 8th event AND Nicola being visited by a furry friend. Phew!In this episode we mention…@commodity@sephorauk@maison...
2022-10-26
55 min
On The Scent
Season 2 Episode 5 - Spooky Scents and Exciting News!
With Halloween approaching, we’re exploring the more mysterious fragrances thatcould excite your senses this month. Think: haunted forests, smoky trails, spectralpresences, and perfumes that evoke telling haunted tales by candlelight… And, aswell as giving out another Perfume Prescription, we have some VERY exciting newsto share with you!Get your tickets for our December 8 th LIVE Event in London, here:https://tinyurl.com/On-the-Scent-Live-EventBewitching Scents…Nicola’s Edit:@ormondejayne Ormonde Woman @nestfragrances Charcoal Woods CandleSuzy’s Edit:...
2022-10-13
1h 05
On The Scent
Season 2 Episode 4 - About Last Night and Further Fragrant Queries
In this week’s episode we’re putting our heads together to answer your furtherfragrant queries – you keep the questions coming and we LOVE finding your perfect‘perfume prescriptions’! We’re also chatting about a very glam event we attended,Suzy swirling about in a vintage velvet cape and asking for your help in Nicola’sdesperate scent crisis…Suzy’s been wearing:@jolovesofficial Pomelo Fragrance Paintbrush@honore.payan Patchouli OriginalNicola wants to buy:@guerlain Aqua Allegoria Herba FrescaListener Perfume Prescriptions:@guerlain Eau de Cashmere / Musc Outreblanc@o...
2022-10-06
42 min
On The Scent
Season 2 Episode 3 - Fabulous Home Fragrances, Your Questions Answered & Can You ‘Smell' Colours?
This is the time of year we want to snuggle up and have our homes (and ourselves)smell cosy, welcoming, calm and stunning. We’re seriously digging out our scentedcandles, and this week we’re chatting about some of our favourites for the season.Plus, we’re answering yet more of your incredible questions – including one listenerwho wonders if she’s alone in wanting to ‘smell’ colours…Home fragrances we’re loving:Nicola:@penhaligons_london Maduro Leaf candle@glovedhandcare Cedarwood reed diffuser@jolovesofficial Eucalyptus & Cedarwoods Lifestyle Fragrance@aromatherapy...
2022-09-28
52 min
On The Scent
Season 2 Episode 2 - Autumn Scents and Your Questions Part 2
We had SO many messages and questions from you during our season break thatwe couldn’t hope to answer them all in one go. This time, along with our perfumeprescriptions, we’ll also be talking about the change in season (and the fragranceswe’re looking forward to wearing now autumn’s here).What we’ve been / are looking forward to wearing:Nicola:@experimentalperfumeclub Neroli Cobalt@theperfumersstory Sequoia Wood@guerlain Eau de CashmereSuzy:@maisonmargielafragrances By the Fireplace@franckolivierparis Oud Vanille@amouageofficial Opus XIV Royal Toba...
2022-09-22
54 min
On The Scent
Season 2 Episode 1 - Gremlins, Holidays & Heart-warming Stories
After a longer than expected season break, due to technical gremlins, we’re BACK for Season Two, baby! Expect an amount of grumbling that’s (hopefully!) offset by fragrant reunions, holiday tales, the heart-warming scent stories you’ve so generously shared, and some particularly intriguing perfume prescriptions…Catchup / What We’ve Been Wearing. Nicola:@experimentalperfumeclub Neroli Cobalt@sanajardin Venus of Verbena@jomalonelondon Pear & Freesia@nestfragrances Charcoal Woods Candle@jolovesofficial Vetiver Hair Mist / Eucalyptus & Cedar Woods CandleSuzy:@millerharris Myrica Muse:@tothefaire...
2022-09-15
1h 00
On The Scent
Episode 63 - Listener Scent Memories & Perfume Prescriptions Part 2
We’re delving into more of the incredible scent memories you’ve shared with us, answering your fragrant questions with our Perfume Prescriptions, and sharing what we’ve been wearing (including a sneaky sniff at NEW Penhaligon’s and Serges Lutens fragrances, which come out in September!)Here are all the scents we mention…What we’ve been wearing:Nicola:@glossier YOU@sanajardin Berber Blond@lilanurparfums Jasmine Attar@cochine_official Agarwood & Amber DiffuserSuzy:@penhaligons_london Petra@sergeslutens Poivre Noire@4160tuesdaysperfume Court of RavensP...
2022-08-11
1h 03
On The Scent
Episode 62 - Listeners’ Scent Memories & Our Perfume Prescriptions
We’ve had an emotional outpouring of olfactory stories and questions about fragrance from you, our lovely listeners, so in this episode we’ll be sharing some of your scent memories and hoping to solve those perfume problems. (More next time in part 2 as we couldn’t get through them all in one episode, sorry!)Suzy & Nicola have both been wearing:Marlou Paris (sent samples by Brook at @sainte.cellier U.K. stockist)Carnicure / Ambilux / PoudrextasePoppy’s been wearing:@we_are_happy_paul Happy Paul fragranceLouis’s been wea...
2022-08-04
52 min
On The Scent
Episode 60 - Newness
Recorded on the hottest day of the year (and despite technical hitches) in this episode we get excited over some of the newness we’ve seen (and sniffed). @fragrantmaven discusses new launches and scented showcases, including an interview with @constantsoniaperfumer (perfumer and founder of the incredible @ella_k_parfums_paris house) recorded at the @harveynichols event earlier this week, hosted by @persolaise (and including his explanation of Headspace Technology, which we got an incredible opportunity to witness in action!)@outspokenbeautynicola, meanwhile, is overjoyed to (slowly) be getting her sense of smell back following Covid, partly thanks to the Sm...
2022-07-21
1h 03
On The Scent
Episode 59 - Losing your sense of smell & how to improve it
What happens if you lose your sense of smell - through Covid or any other reason? Why does it happen, what can you do to improve it, and where can you get help? As @outspokenbeautynicola knows, it can be scary, completely debilitating and even trigger depression and anxiety. But don’t panic - you are NOT alone, and help IS out there. We’ll explain all (with links to organisations and resources in our notes, below) in this episode…Fragrances that make us feel better:Nicola:@clarinsuk Eau Dynamisante@tothefairestlondon CécileSuzy:
2022-07-14
46 min
On The Scent
Episode 58 -Scented Story Time Part 2: Olfactory Agony Aunts
We regularly get sent the most incredible & emotionally revealing messages from you, our lovely listeners, and sharing them in our first ‘scented stories’ episode (number 56) provoked a huge outpouring of support and admiration. Well, grab the tissues again because we’ve got more for you, plus of course our perfume prescriptions for your fragrance dilemmas!Here are the fragrances we mention…Nicola’s perfumed pairing: @sergeslutens Fleur d’Oranger + @matierepremiereparfums Neroli Oranger@kingdomscotland Portal£25 per Sample Set (4 x 2ml)www.kingdomscotland.com@ateliercologne Atelier Cologne Lemon Island@profumumroma Dulcis in Fun...
2022-07-07
57 min
On The Scent
Episode 57 - Hair Perfumes & Fragrant Haircare
In this episode we're exploring the world of hair fragrances. Suzy starts by delving into the history of perfuming one's hair and chats about the fashion for powdering wigs with beautiful scents and a beautiful smelling woman who was heralded as a witch and very sadly burnt at the stake. (You can smell like her today!)We then go on to chat about our favourite scented products and perfumes for hair.Here's what we mention:Suzy’s Favourites:@officialbyredo Byredo Blanche Hair Perfume@penhaligons_london Penhaligon’s Halfeti Hair Perfume
2022-06-30
47 min
On The Scent
Episode 56 - Scented Story Time & Perfume Prescriptions
Settle in, because in this episode we’re sharing just some of the incredibly personal and utterly wonderful stories from you, our listeners, on how fragrance has truly helped enhance your lives. From some who never realised scent could be so moving, to others who’ve reconnected to their perfume passion, we’ll also be answering questions with our prescriptions.So, grab a cuppa (or a cold glass of Rosé!) and some tissues, because this one is something of an emotional rollercoaster ride…What we’ve been wearing:Nicola’s been wearing@tothefairestlondon Cécile...
2022-06-23
49 min
On The Scent
Episode 53 - Looking Ahead To Father's Day and Beyond With Haydn Williams
This week we’re looking ahead to men’s fragrance gift ideas for Father’s Day - and beyond. If you’re buying for a dad, a father figure, your partner or a special man in your life, or perhaps a treat for yourself, our special (recent award-winning!) guest, Haydn Williams, has ideas for everyone.Although Haydn’s full time career is in the music business, his second passion is scent. The men’s fragrance and grooming writer for Grazia, and fragrance blogger on Instagram as @yousmellgreatwhatisit, Haydn recently won Newcomer Award at this year’s Jasmine Awards!Wha...
2022-06-02
39 min
On The Scent
Episode 52 - The Best Citrus Scents For Summer
In this episode Suzy and Nicola explore the refreshing and uplifting world of citrus scents. These are scents that bring instant joy and energy and feel perfect as we enter the summer months although as you'll find out, some of them have a deeper and more sultry side too.Nicola’s List:@matierepremiere Neroli Oranger@floralstreet_ Grapefruit CandleSuzy’s List:@lancomeofficial O de Lancôme@rochasofficial Eau de Rochas@ruthmastenbroekperfume Dagian@cloonkeen Lá Bealtaine@escentric_molecules Escentric Molecules 01+ Mandarin...
2022-05-26
33 min
On The Scent
Episode 51 - Jasmine Awards Catch Up and Best Celebrity Fragrances
In this episode we’re having a good old catch up, chatting about the glitz & glam of the recent Jasmine Awards (and what people were wearing on the red carpet), plus we’ll be delving into the world of celebrity fragrances. With new launches from Billie Eilish, Rihanna & Kylie, are celebrity fragrances ‘cool’ again…?Nicola’s been wearing:@fugazzifragrances In Love With the Cocos@matierepremiereparfums Neroli Oranger@e11even_fragrance E11evenSuzy’s been wearing:@chanelofficial Le Lion@matierepremiereparfums Parisian Musc@fragrancefoundationuk Fragrance Foundation Awards 2022:@aliceduparcq Alice du Parcq...
2022-05-19
59 min
On The Scent
Episode 50 - Sandalwood Fragrant Focus
In this episode Suzy and Nicola delve into the wondrous world of Sandalwood. After a brief chat about its captivating history and how incredibly precious it is, Suzy leads us on a journey of discovery, exploring a true smorgasbord of Sandalwood fragrances that are all very different but equally amazing.Fragrances mentioned:Sana Jardin Sandalwood TempleDS&Durga Radio BombayGuerlain SamsaraSerges Lutens Santal MajusculeLe Labo Santal 33Kierin NYC Santal SkyDiptyque Tam DaoTom Ford Santal Blush...
2022-05-12
48 min
On The Scent
Episode 49 - Most Worn Fragrances Of The Month and Listener Prescriptions
In this episode we talk about some of the fragrances that we have been wearing and loving this month, from an oil that is perfect for evenings to a rose fragrance that literally explodes on the skin. Then we delve into some of your fabulous prescription questions.Nicola’s List:@rochasofficial Rochas Femme@e11even_fragrance E11even@matierepremiereparfums Radical Rose / Neroli Oranger@sofragrance Truffle CreamSuzy’s List:@lalique Lalique Soleil Vibrant@bdkparfumsparis BDK Ambre@ormondejayne Ormonde Jayne Damask@initioparfumsprive Initio Atomic Rose
2022-05-05
1h 00
On The Scent
Episode 46 - Cheaper & Cheerful Fragrances for a ‘Spring Fling’
In this episode Suzy and Nicola explore affordable and simply beautiful fragrances that are perfect for Spring. Whether you feel like a fragrant change or are longing for a perfume that encapsulates the spirit of the season but don't want to spend a fortune, this episode for you.Nicola's list: @loccitane_uk_ire Cherry Blossom@isseymiyakeparfums A Drop d’Issey@clarinsuk Eau DynamisanteSuzy’s List:@yardleylondonuk Bluebell & Sweetpea@marksandspencerfashionpr Discover Intense Orange Blossom & AmberM&S Apothecary BreatheM&S Provenance Calm...
2022-04-14
53 min
On The Scent
Episode 44 - Our Favourite Fragranced Products
Following on from our evocative scent memories episode, today we’re indulging in some of our favourite fragranced products that aren’t perfumes, but which we love to slather on and surround ourselves with whenever we can!Suzy’s List:@letpetitmarseillais Le Petit Marseillais Extra Gentle Orange Blossom Organic Shower Cream@escentric_molecules Escentric Molecules Escentric 05 Body Wash@rogergallet Roger & Gallet Cédrat Shower Gel@aromatherapyassociates Aromatherapy Associates Deep Relax / Forest Bath & Shower Oils@modernbotany Modern Botany Deodorant@fredericmalle Frédéric Malle Portrait of a Lady Body...
2022-03-31
44 min
On The Scent
Episode 43 - Scent Memories and Favourite Smells
Smell and memory are so entwined - we bet most of you have had an experience of smelling something and suddenly being propelled back in the past. Smell is the only sense fully formed in the womb, a super-power we possess that’s the closest thing to time travel. So, this episode is a little bit different, in that we’re indulging in our personal scent memories - some of our favourite smells in the whole world, which don’t happen to be fragrances.What are yours, we wonder…?Nicola:Guinea PigsHorsesFamily
2022-03-24
57 min
On The Scent
Episode 42 - National Fragrance Day Special - Portrait Of A Lady: A Love Letter
In celebration of National Fragrance Day we're publishing a documentary about Frederic Malle's Portrait of A Lady that Nicola made for her other podcast Outspoken Beauty. It is a true love letter to the fragrance and features Frederic Malle himself. Suzy heard this before she met Nicola. She has since said that the minute she heard it, she knew that the two of them could be friends.....the rest as they say is history.We so hope you enjoy listening to this!
2022-03-21
39 min
On The Scent
Episode 39 - Prescriptions Aplenty
In this episode we have great fun answering your brilliant prescriptions and there are lots of fabulous fragrance recommendations that we're sure many of you will want to try.Here's what we mention:Suzy is wearing:@initioparfumsprive Atomic RoseNicola is wearing:@isseymiyakeparfums a drop d’IsseyAnswers to Listener Questions:@perfumersworkshop Tea Rose@jovoymayfair Rose Millésime@chantecailleuk Darby Rose / Pétales@erisparfums Green Spell@juliettehasagun Not a Perfume@commesdesgarconsparfums Amazing Green@modernbotany Deodorant
2022-03-03
46 min
On The Scent
Episode 37 - Fragrant Loves and Perfect Perfume Prescriptions
In this episode we're talking about some of the fragrances that we can't get enough of at the moment including the scent of a cleansing balm that is making Suzy very happy indeed. Then it's over to you and the brilliant prescriptions that you've been asking for.Here's what we talk about in this episode:Nicola’s fragrant loves:@histoiredeparfums This is Not a Blue Bottle 1.6@sanajardin Incense Water / Vanilla Nomad@amanshop Purifying Pulse Point Remedy@aromatherapyassociates Deep Relax Bath & Shower OilSuzy’s fragrant loves:@prada Infu...
2022-02-17
53 min
On The Scent
Episode 34 - What We're Wearing and Perfect Perfume Prescriptions!
In this episode Suzy and Nicola talk through some of the fragrances that they're wearing at the moment and why they feel so right at the moment. They also answer some of your brilliant prescription questions. Oh and there is slightly hysterical chat about the behaviour of ducks and pigeons.....it needs to be heard to be believed!Here's what they mention:What Suzy’s Been Wearing:@honore.payan Patchouli Original @papillon_artisan_parfums Anubis@ysl Black Opium Illicit Green @bdkparfumsparis Amber Saffrano@ateliermateri Cacao Porcellina
2022-01-26
52 min
On The Scent
Episode 32 - Fragrances That Make Us Feel Invincible!
Sometimes we all need an extra boost of confidence, and in this episode we’re going to reveal some of the perfumes on our ‘Power List’ – the scents we spray to make us feel completely INVINCIBLE! Plus, we answer another of your questions… we’re getting through them! Still some more to go, but we’ve not forgotten: we simply had SO many last time.Please keep sending your DMs @onthescentpodcast - we really appreciate them, and love reading your messages & the reviews you leave on podcast platforms. Thank you!Nicola’s Power List:@fredericmalle Po...
2022-01-13
51 min
On The Scent
Episode 31 - A Round Up Of Our Top Scents Of 2021
It's a brand new year and whilst Suzy and Nicola are very much looking forward to exploring what fragrant treats 2022 has to offer, they also felt that they needed to reflect on some of their favourite fragrances of 2021. After a good old chat about the best of '21, they answer more of your brilliant prescription questions. (If you'd like to get your prescription answered please DM Nicola and Suzy @onthescentpodcast.)Suzy’s Top Scents of ‘21@guerlain Shalimar Millésime Vanilla Planifolia @guerlain Santal Pao Rosa @sanajardin Incense Water / Vanilla Nomad @chane...
2022-01-06
53 min
On The Scent
Episode 27 - Home Fragrances Part 2
In this episode Nicola and Suzy do a much requested follow up to their last home fragrance episode. Scenting our homes has become a form of escapism in the past two years for so many of us and in this episode they chat about candles that are festive, cosy, luscious, and just perfect for this time of year.Suzy's recommendations:@boujeebougees Gilt Candle@ginori1735 La Dama Black Stone/Purple Hill/Orange Renaissance Candles@sun.dayoflondon Botanicall Body Oil Massage Candle@skandinavisk SKOG/JUL Candles@themuseslondon BE candle@kalmar_official Soulstates Candle...
2021-12-03
55 min
On The Scent
Episode 24 - Prescriptions Galore
In this episode we are diving DEEP into our mailbag for a Listener Prescription Special. We’ve been totally blown away by how many DMs, comments & emails we’ve had the last few weeks, and how many of you are not only enjoying the podcast, but are connecting with fragrance on an emotionally helpful level…Suzy’s been wearing:@skinalchemists Equilibrium pulse point oil@guerlain Santal Pao RosaNicola’s been wearing:@Lelabo Ambrette 9 and The Matcha 26@Veroniquegabai Le Point GAnswers to Prescription Questions: @dior Patchouli...
2021-11-12
1h 00
On The Scent
Episode 22 - The Lust List
In this episode we’re sharing with you the scents we’ve been slathering ourselves in following our sessions of sniffing-around perfume shops. These are the ones that made it beyond “oh yes, I like that” to Lust Lists status. Plus we’re answering more of your questions and prescribing the perfect perfumes for you…Suzy:@naomigoodsir Bois d’Ascese@naomigoodsir Iris Cendre@zoologistperfumes Chipmunk@zoologistperfumes Snowy Owl@strangers.parfumerie Salted Green Mango@fredericmalle The MoonNicola:@cartier La Panthère@andotherstories Sardonyx Fire@zoologistperfumes Chipmunk / Snow...
2021-10-28
53 min
On The Scent
Episode 21 - Adventures In London
In this episode join Suzy and Nicola on their fragrant adventure in London.Come with them as they explore and get very excited about the perfume offerings in Liberty, And Other Stories and Bloom Covent Garden. Perhaps your dream perfume will be one of the ones that they discovered. Here's what they sniffed in the order that you'll hear during the episode:Liberty:Ellis Brooklyn - BeeAzzi Glasser - Mr VetivertTimothy Han - The Decay of the AngelTimothy Han - She Came To StayDs...
2021-10-21
59 min
On The Scent
Episode 20: Our Most Complimented Fragrances
In this episode Nicola and Suzy delve into the fragrances that have had the biggest effect on the people around them. These are the ones that lead to people chasing them up the street to find out what they're wearing or unsolicited but not always unwelcome sniffs from strangers.Here's what they talk about during the episode:Suzy’s List:@ormondejayne Ormonde Woman @dior Patchouli Impérial@etatlibredorange Etat Libre d’Orange Une Amourette (Roland Mouret)@fredericmalle Frédéric Malle Portrait of a Lady@sergeslutens Serges Lutens Fleur d’Oranger@maisonfranciskurkdjian APOM Femme...
2021-10-14
59 min
On The Scent
Episode 19: Affordable Fragrances That We Love
In this episode Suzy and Nicola delve into the world of fabulous affordable fragrances. Some of the most well respected perfumers in the industry have created spectacular fragrances, many of which are under £30 and Suzy shows us why price shouldn't always dictate our choices.Here's what they mention during the episode:On the Scent Podcast – Affordable Fragrances We Love…Zara @zara Fleur d’Oranger / Fleur de Patchouli / Bohemian Bluebells / Ebony Wood Ariana Grande @arianagrande Cloud Kim Kardashian @kimkardashian Pure Honey Katy Perry @katyperry Indi & Other Stories @andothe...
2021-10-07
45 min
On The Scent
Episode 18 - The Scent of Autumn and an Introduction to Parfumado
In this episode, Suzy and Nicola start by reviewing the brilliant fragrance service Parfumado @uk.parfumado.com (This is a paid for review).Parfumado have a library of over 450 scents and you can pick a new one to try each month for £12.95. From niche to luxury to classic to fragrances that even Suzy hasn't heard of, they really do have a great collection. Start your subscription now by going to uk.parfumado.com and receive a 50% discount on your first month with discount code OUTSPOKEN50.Later in the episode it's time to discuss the fragrances that Nicola and S...
2021-09-30
56 min
On The Scent
Episode 16: Old Faithfuls and New Favourites
In this episode we’re taking comfort in old faithful fragrances (Um, @fragrantmavern has been on something of what you might say is a fragrant nostalgia buying BINGE…) and getting extremely excited about some new favourites. We’ll also be answering some of your questions & giving fragrant prescriptions to satisfy your every need… Follow us on Instagram: @onthescentpodcast Please do leave a review on whichever platform you listen to your podcasts, & DM to tell us what you’re enjoying / things you’d like to hear us talk about in future episodes! Ones Suzy has purchased re...
2021-09-16
53 min
On The Scent
Episode 15: Home Fragrance Special
In this episode we focus on the fragrances that we love to scent our home with and why. From the uplifting to the refreshing to the sultry, these are the smells that have offered escapism during lockdown and that continue to make our living spaces feel utterly fabulous on a number of levels.Here's what we mention in the episode:Suzy:@boujeebougies Boujee Bougies - Succulent / Queen Jam candles@skandinavisk Skandinavisk - Fjord candle@thebathhouseshop Bath House diffuser - GreenhouseBath House diffuser discovery sets - Rich & Warm / Fresh & Clean:@cloonkeen Cloon Keen...
2021-09-09
56 min
On The Scent
Episode 14 - Down and Dirty
In this episode Nicola and Suzy are talking about fragrances that range from sensual and alluring to sexy and downright dirty.From the more subtle fragrances with a whiff of "Come hither" to the ones that bring to mind a dominatrix's latex attire, this episode explores the world of fragrance, sensuality and sex. Prepare to get a bit hot under the collar!Here are the fragrances that are mentionedKilian Good Girl Gone Bad @kilianparis Serge Lutens Fleur d’Orangeur @sergeslutens Michael Kors Midnight Shimmer (Discontinued!) @michaelkorsFloris Honey Oud @florislondonFreddie Al...
2021-09-02
39 min
On The Scent
Episode 13: Prescriptions Galore
In this episode we chat about the fragrances that we're turning to and loving at the moment and also answer your perfume prescription questions.Here are the fragrances that twe mention:What We’re Wearing… Suzy: Maison Francis Kurkdjian APOM (A Part of Me) @maisonfranciskurkdjianNicola: Issey Miyake a drop D’Issey @isseymiyakeparfumsOther fragrances mentioned:Carine Roitfeld Travel Set @carineroitfeldparisChanel Platinum Egoiste @chanelofficialMaison Margiela At The Barber Shop @maisonmargielafragrancesMurdock London Avalon @murdocklondonD S & DURGA @dsanddurgaDior Tendre Poison (discontinued) @diorbeautyGres Cabotine @parfumsgresR...
2021-08-26
50 min
On The Scent
Episode 12: Smells Like Summer
In this episode we bring the sunshine (even though the British weather hasn’t really) with our round up of the scents that have got us through a challenging summer. What with the pandemic, travel restrictions and seemingly endless rain; we desperately needed these scents to evoke holidays, travelling to far-flung places & moments of pure bliss. So get your sun hats on, close your eyes, and imagine you’re gently swaying in a hammock as you listen…Ones we’ve raved about:Nivea Sun @nivea_ukRuth Mastenbroek Dagian @ruthmastenbroekperfumeEscentric Molecules Escentric 05 @escentric_moleculesWandervo...
2021-08-19
54 min
On The Scent
Episode 10: The Icons Part 2
In this episode we’re getting in our fragrant time-machine and revisiting three iconic scents – two of which were launched (incredibly!) in the 1920s. One of them got the daring Parisian flappers going and another Nicola has a very personal connection to and recently tracked down as a special present for a family member. This third icon we talk about is a modern classic from the 1980s, which was way ahead of its time in the whole ‘wellness’ scent inspiration and set a whole new trend we’re still following to this day. Amidst the nostalgia we also chat about the fragra...
2021-08-05
46 min
On The Scent
Episode 9- An Escentric Chat With Geza Schoen
In this episode Nicola has a good old catch up with perfumer extraordinaire and creator of Escentric Molecules, Geza Schoen. Geza has been described as a "perfume rockstar" and "a maverick perfumer" who teases and tantalises with his fragrances and during the episode Nicola and Geza reminisce about the last time they met ( Geza reveals something unexpected that had happened to his trousers that day). They then go on to discuss Geza's perfume journey, how he initially came up with the concept of Molecule 1 and how he and Escentric Molecules have evolved over the years.Geza is not...
2021-07-29
44 min
On The Scent
Episode 8: Fragrant Love Affairs
In this episode we’re talking about the fragrances we’ve fallen for recently, plus giving your fragrance prescriptions including one where we help a listener find a new fragrance for her husband to help him smell ‘less basic and sexier’ (her words not ours!) AND discovering: HOW many spritzes are considered ‘polite’…Fragrances we talk about in this episode:Nicola: @ella_k_parfums_paris Ella K Letter de Pushkar @theperfumersstory Azzi Glasser Sequoia Wood @glossier Glossier YouSuzy:@maisoncrivelli Maison Crivelli Osmanthe Kōdoshān @isseymiyakeparfums Issey Miyake a drop d’Issey @nancy...
2021-07-22
52 min
On The Scent
Episode 7: Smells Like Teen Spirit
In this episode we go back in time and explore some of the fragrances that we wore in our teenage years and what they meant to us at the time. From sophisticated Chanel to the smell that sums up the PE changing room, prepare to go on a fun, fragrance filled trip down memory lane.Later in the episode we answer more of your perfume prescriptions and Suzy talks about the fragrance that she's adoring this week.Here are the fragrances that we talk about during the episode:Suzy’s been wearing: Atelier Vesper Ēdhen @ateliervesper
2021-07-15
57 min
On The Scent
Episode 3: Fabulous Niche Shops and Perfume Prescriptions
*This episode was first published on The Outspoken Beauty Podcast*In this our third episode, we discuss the fragrances that we've been wearing and loving, the very best niche shops to discover the right fragrance for you, we focus in on Suzy's fragrance of the month and also give you your fragrance prescriptions which you can ask us for via Instagram (@onthescentpodcast).Here's the list of scents and shops that we chat about during the episode:What Suzy’s been wearing:@lancomeofficial Lancôme Rose Peonia @januaryscents January Scents Vaporocindro @27_87 27 87 Wandervogel
2021-07-01
45 min
On The Scent
On The Scent Trailer
On the Scent is a podcast hosted by award winning fragrance journalist and expert Suzy Nightingale and broadcaster and beauty writer Nicola Bonn.Get ready to go on the sensorial journey of your life, discovering a myriad of fragrances from luxury to niche to highstreet. Suzy and Nicola will also be chatting to a host of well known voices about the fragrances that mean the most to them and interviewing some of the most exciting people in the perfume industry. Plus they will be doing a perfume prescription service. (If you have any scent related questions you can...
2021-06-24
00 min