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The History of Wet Shaving | The Gentleman's Ritual

In the ever-evolving world of grooming, wet shaving stands as a timeless tradition, and its roots run deep into the rich history of the United Kingdom. Plowden & Fallow invites you on a journey through the annals of time, exploring the origins and evolution of wet shaving in the UK.

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Do Perfumes expire?

A question that often arises is, does perfume expire? In this blog post, we'll explore this query a little further from the perspective of Plowden & Fallow.

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As Featured in THE chap magazine

We are delighted to see Plowden & Fallow and two of our unisex fragrances feature so highly in the latest edition of The Chap Magazine under an editorial review exploring how to get a decent fragrance without it costing the earth.

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The Best perfumes for winter 2024 | Plowden & FALLOW

This is the time to delve into the world of deep, rich, and cosy fragrances that capture the essence of the season. In this brief guide, we will explore the best two Plowden & Fallow perfumes for winter, each one carefully selected to help you make a statement, evoke warmth, and embrace the magic of this enchanting time of year.

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Junipers Use in perfumery

When we mention Juniper what will spring into most people’s minds is that “post 6 o’clock gin”. Whilst here and Plowden & Fallow, we also like the odd gin, we admire Juniper for it’s olfactory qualities, perhaps more than it’s use in alcohol….well, maybe not, depends on what time of the day you catch us. If you think that you might enjoy the exhilarating dash of spicy freshness that juniper offers in a fragrance, Plowden & Fallow’s Audacity Eau de Parfum is potentially your ideal companion

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5 GENERATIONS

Can we introduce to you Plowden & Fallow's box maker? MacCarthy & Sons are a 5th generation family box maker from London, UK. Heritage, traditional manufacturing processes, and the human touch made the business our natural packaging supplier.

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not so smokey? A brief story about tobacco as a perfume ingredient

Tobacco, renowned for its role in smoking and as a controversial vice, might seem like an unlikely candidate to grace the delicate world of perfumery. However, perfumers have long been drawn to its rich and multifaceted aroma, utilizing various aspects of tobacco to create unique olfactory experiences…

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