Perfumed Alphabet: H is for Hyraceum
This fossilized excrement to use in perfume shares qualities of other animal notes, but is cruelty free. Continue reading Perfumed Alphabet: H is for Hyraceum
Perfumed Alphabet: G is for Galbanum
This stern, unforgiving, bitter, green note—harsh, cold, yet oddly inviting. Continue reading Perfumed Alphabet: G is for Galbanum
Perfumed Alphabet: F is for Fenugreek
Is that maple syrup I smell? No. That’s the magic of fenugreek. Continue reading Perfumed Alphabet: F is for Fenugreek
Perfumed Alphabet: E is for Elemi
A heart note and good fixative, elemi befriends most other notes. Continue reading Perfumed Alphabet: E is for Elemi
Delayed response and distraction
The intensity has ramped up, and a delayed emotional response kicks in. Continue reading Delayed response and distraction
Perfumed Alphabet: C is for Cedarwood
Cool and creamy, this timeless note… a versatile wood. Continue reading Perfumed Alphabet: C is for Cedarwood
Perfumed Alphabet: B is for Bergamot
A hallmark of classic colognes… as a top note, very well known. With many hearts it’s played. Continue reading Perfumed Alphabet: B is for Bergamot
Perfumed Alphabet: A is for Amber
A fantasy note, amber is—that can mean many different things to different people. Continue reading Perfumed Alphabet: A is for Amber
Virtual reali-tea (and Incantation by Rouge Bunny Rouge)
A serendipitous succession of tea-themed dessert, drinks, and perfume. Continue reading Virtual reali-tea (and Incantation by Rouge Bunny Rouge)
Perfume al fresco (Monserrat by FZOTIC)
A sunny, cheery, grapefruit-osmanthus perfume that stays pretty constant throughout the day. Continue reading Perfume al fresco (Monserrat by FZOTIC)
Anecdotal Antidote
An olfactory “warm, fuzzy blanket” for the mind during these uncertain times. An exploration of rich, botanical ingredients. Continue reading Anecdotal Antidote
Rapid adaptation of common senses
From common physicality to common virtuality, in many cases literally overnight. Continue reading Rapid adaptation of common senses
Didn’t know I wanted a cocoon until I smelled one
If it takes you to a happy place, embrace it. Continue reading Didn’t know I wanted a cocoon until I smelled one
Genius of Fools
My first attempt at a “gourmand,” though not by original intent. Continue reading Genius of Fools
A rose by any other processing method (Eternity Roses)
Blurring the lines between real and fake roses. Do flowers have identity crises too? Continue reading A rose by any other processing method (Eternity Roses)
Shiso Fairy
She so fair… and she so airy. Continue reading Shiso Fairy
At the intersection of creative pursuits
Compartmentalization seems to be a good strategy—in any case, art begets art! Continue reading At the intersection of creative pursuits
How the psychology of peanut selling applies to perfume
Everyone likes a little “extra.” Continue reading How the psychology of peanut selling applies to perfume
What counts as a “collection,” anyway?
Maybe collecting is a state of mind… Continue reading What counts as a “collection,” anyway?
Perfume the moment
It doesn’t last forever, but it’s good while it lasts. Continue reading Perfume the moment
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