Hove

Frommer's Review

Founded in 1931, Hove is the oldest perfumery in the city. It features all-natural scents (except the musk, which is synthetic), and the selection is almost overwhelming. Strips with various options, for both men and women, are laid out to help you. They have some original creations ("Kiss in the Dark") and some very Southern smells, such as vetiver and tea olive. This is the place to establish your signature scent, and a good choice for unique presents for people back home. They also do Internet sales -- and in fact, were up and running with same mere days after Katrina! Lit buffs will be amused by the letter from author Tom Robbins, confirming that the shop in his Jitterbug Perfume was more or less based on Hove's appearance.

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