Perfumed Alphabet: Q is for Quinoline

This molecule makes a bold statement with a light touch. Continue reading Perfumed Alphabet: Q is for Quinoline

A shield of flowers

A conundrum of warning and invitation, like flowers embroidered into dark green silk organza fabric. Continue reading A shield of flowers

A timelessly youthful chypre floral, and some memories that have aged better than others. Continue reading Notes and anecdotes from a microcosm of time (California by Dana)

This stern, unforgiving, bitter, green note—harsh, cold, yet oddly inviting. Continue reading Perfumed Alphabet: G is for Galbanum

My first “fantasy chypre.” Continue reading Known Entity

It’s the totality of an experience that determines whether it’s worth your while. Continue reading Of dimensionality and transitory displeasures

A small crossword puzzle related to green perfume (ingredients) to celebrate a day when people wear green! Continue reading A green puzzle for St Patrick’s Day!

Floral chypres quench a thirst I never knew I had. Continue reading Do you smell textures?