Hello Lovely APJers,
During Michael & my recent travels we made a special detour to go meet the crew at First In Fragrance in Germany. Beate and the crew (Shane, Sabine, Margit, Katharina) were so friendly and helpful. Wec learned so much about fragrances, the broad ranges that are now available and I personally got to make up some samples to be sent out to the world with orders! It was totally fun.
First In Fragrance
Also, did you know that a First In Fragrance sample is around 3-4ml and comes in a spray atomiser? They are very reasonable priced and send to the world.
www.ausliebezumduft.com
Aus Liebe zum Duft
Wuchsa
Bahnhofstrasse 10
D-76646 Bruchsal
Later today you can come back and join in our spectacular GIVEAWAY! First In Fragrance has given APJ a bottle of Acqua de Parma Oud for a very special giveaway. See you later.
Bruchsal, Germany Photo Essay
Here is a small selection of photos of our time in Bruchsal with the First In Fragrance crew and some of it’s highlights and heritage.
Arriving in Bruchsal by train
Meeting one of my Childhood friends Stefanie for dinner
ONE of First In Fragrance’s sample walls
Portia annoying the girls with questions
Michael overwhelmed by choice
Evening falls and Michael still sniffing
The girls put me to work, I filled about 9 orders
Day 2 and our lovely hostess Lisa
Beate, what a lovely lady. Took such time for us. SO knowledgeable.
Bruchsal Palace (Schloss Bruchsal)
Bruchsal Palace (Schloss Bruchsal) is the only Prince-Bishop’s residence on the Upper Rhine. It is famous for its opulent staircase constructed by Balthasar Neumann – known as the “crown jewel of all Baroque staircases”. It was constructed in 1720 as a residence for the Prince-Bishops of Speyer. The then Prince-Bishop, Damian Hugo von Schönborn, an avid art collector, played an important role in planning the complex. The three-wing palace is built of sandstone. The collection of exquisitely matched buildings, along with the carefully laid out garden, make up an extraordinarily beautiful ensemble. DON’T arrive till 10am because the gorgon won’t let you in, even if it’s 9.45 and you can’t stay. GRRRRR Bruchsal Palace Online
The Church of St. Peter is especially important to the people of Bruchsal. Not only is it the work of the famous Baroque architect, Balthasar Neumann, but it was also the only church in Bruchsal to survive the Allied bombing of the town in March 1945 unscathed. The Church of St. Peter online
59 Things To Do In Bruchsal site
We had an incredible two day stopover in Bruchsal. I wish we’d had another two so we could really get to see the city. Bruchsal, you are on my list for next time.
Loads of love to you all and special thanks to www.ausliebezumduft.com (First In Fragrance).
Portia xx
Australian Perfume Junkies 
Portia did you fill my order from FIF?!
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You know I never looked at the names I was spritzing for. I WISH I had though, that would be a fun story.
What a wonderful crew they are.
Portia xx
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The Wall!!!
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I know! There are 3 walls like this there. It is awe inspiring.
Portia xx
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I can spend like 3x24h there, no eat, no sleep, just sniff, sniff, sniff…I’m a junkie, as well, you know…
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HA! You need to meet Michael. My nose gave way after about 4 hours but he kept sniffing. AH MAY ZING.
Portia xx
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I’m itching to visit Germany here! Lately I’ve been meeting & talking to one German after another almost daily basis and now you are writing about Germany as well!! Maybe someone is prodding me to visit there…
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I could be a sign ThinkingMagpie,
If you can afford it and have some time, then I say GO!
Portia xx
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Portia you know I had an order in with them at that time too!! You should have looked at names – that would have been hilarious…. I do like their spray atomisers, and I always get a friendly hand written note from those guys – even some scented feathers last time round too. Good crowd. Looks like a great few days, what a fab visit! xx
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OH MY GAWD!
That would have been awesome. You know my writing? I printed in my block letters, same as postcard address writing.
Portia x
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Oh! ah, no, different writing. Fun thought though! Mwah. x
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Portia, I didn’t know you visited First in Fragrance, how cool! Looks like you had a lot of fun. I think we’re lucky to have them in Europe and those spray atomisers make such a difference.
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Hey Tara,
Yes we were there a week or so before we got to you. You need to make the pilgrimage, they are amazing. We had a hoot and a half, as Birgit would write. Yes, I wish some of the other places that sell bottles of perfume would get with the program, 3-4ml for 4-6 Euro is so reasonable.
Portia xx
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I wsnt to visit that sample wall!!!
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Steve,
You would go completely APE SHIT if that wall was in front of you. I thought Michael was going to hyperventilate for a moment.
Portia xx
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I need a wall like that. Maybe instead of doing a kitchen remodel I should install one of those.
How funny that they put you to work.
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If I had those shelves my place would look a bit like that Poodle. It’s a freaking madhouse here.
I LOVED that they put me to work and if I hadn’t had such amazing things lined up for the near future I may well have stayed. It was excellent fun.
Portia xx
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Wow.
I’ve never been to Bruchsal, but may be I should rectify that.
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It is DEFINITELY time to go Sabine. I was amazed at the breadth of culture there and wish we had a week to visit it all.
Portia xx
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looks you had a great visit. Perfume lovers Paradise ! FiF is great, one of my favorite online shops to buy from, btw. They are so generous with samples. You are Lucky you were able to visit.
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Oh My, Yes we were Esperanza,
Don’t you worry, we were completely and utterly aware of our good fortune. It was mind blowing.
Portia x
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Great photos and thanks for the samples tip. Much prefer sprays so I will investigate. Good to see they got you working!
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It was an excellent couple of days MegsanInStMaxime, I can’t wait to go back.
Portia xx
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