Savoir Faire in Cologne

I am such a devotee of eau de cologne. Not the stuff that is called ‘eau de cologne’ that is just watered down versions of perfumes on the market these days, but the real stuff usually from Cologne in Germany hence the name.

4711 (see post on 4711 http://david-toms.blogspot.com/search/label/cologne), Roger & Gallet’s jean Marie Farina and Atkinson’s Gold Medal are all favourites. Eau de Cologne is a classic pick me up without being overwhelming especially in these hot months of summer

I had heard of Johann Maria Farina in Cologne however have never tried their version, however the packaging alone is enough to make me want to go and purchase. I imagine the scent is very similar to all others with notes of bergamot and neroli predominating.

Supposedly the oldest fragrance house in the world it is still a family concern. Looks like a trip to Germany is order as I cannot find a stockist here in Canada!

Don't forget to enter my giveaway!

Savoir Faireaway (Giveaway)

Welcome to Savoir Faire’s first giveaway! This is in recognition of Savoir Faire’s 200th birthday last week and to thank all Savoir Faire’s loyal followers and soon to become followers.

Up for grabs are two items, the first being Paul Poiret’s autobiography “The King of Fashion”.

Self proclaimed king of fashion, he waxes lyrical about his rise to fame and this makes for fascinating reading. A great insight into the mind of the man who had all the savoir faire in the world!


Second being a tub of shaving soap by Pecksniff’s of England in Leather scent! For my gentleman followers or the man in your life, shave with some savoir faire!

Of course there have to be some rules with the giveaway and here they are.

Be a follower or become a follower of Savoir Faire.

Comment on this post indicating which prize you would like to receive.

Comment on another post on Savoir Faire from 2009.

Winners will be drawn on Friday the 20th of August at 9am (Toronto time) and notified accordingly.

Best of luck all and may your lives be full of Savoir Faire!