Welcome to Episode 2 of Between the Notes!

This week Sarah defines what a "mama perfume" is and reviews works that outline the "cultural biography" of aromatics like Saffron in 7th century China.

Fragrances mentioned:

Beautiful, Knowing and Knowing legacy by Estee Lauder

Charlie Azure by Revlon

Chanel No. 5 & Chanel No. 5 Eau Premiere by Chanel

O'Feminin by M. Micallef

Rival by Lootah

Iris Celadon by Armani Prive

Incense Kyoto by Commes De Garcon

Oak in Oak by Scents of Wood

Vetiver Bourbon by Parfum D'Empire

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Works cited:

Scented Protection: Saffron's Transcultural Premodern History by Yan Liu, 2023

The Golden Peaches of Samarkand: A Study of T'ang Exotics, Volume 1 by Edward H. Schafer, 1963

Sound engineering & music: Jasem Jarrar