- The Guide, 2018 | Perfumes

: Uses the authors' signature 1 to 5-star scale , often accompanied by a concise two-word summary and a witty, sometimes irreverent review.

: The book famously critiques the modern trend of using powerful woody amber materials in masculine marketing, which the authors often find overbearing. Perfumes: The Guide 2018: Turin, Luca, Sanchez, Tania Perfumes - The Guide, 2018

The 2018 edition is available for purchase at major retailers like Amazon and AbeBooks . Key Features of the 2018 Guide : Uses the authors' signature 1 to 5-star

: It should present original or interesting ideas rather than just smelling "good." Key Features of the 2018 Guide : It

: The scent must avoid being a mere "clone" of existing popular perfumes.

The authors evaluate fragrances based on several distinct artistic qualities:

: Unlike the 2008 version, which covered many classics, this edition primarily examines the explosion of niche and artisanal perfumery from 2008 to 2018.