Sleepytime Monday: Best bedtime scents

This is one facet of being a perfumista that I’ve never experienced: wearing a scent specifically for bedtime (we’re talking strictly sleep here). Usually what I’ve had on for the late afternoon or evening is in its final drydown stages… Continue Reading

Traveling Monday: Scents for a summer road trip

I’m heading down the highway for a few days at the beach so I will be out of touch for a bit. My destination doesn’t offer much in the way of sniffing, so I’ll have to bring my own. But… Continue Reading

Back into the mainstream: Mall department store browsing

One recent weekend, after dropping my son off at church camp, my husband and I decided to eat at a restaurant nearby that we like but never get to go to because of the great distance from our house. But… Continue Reading

Quirky Monday: Odd or unexpected notes in perfume

Have you ever worn a fragrance and one (or more) of the notes just kept pinging your nose, for better or worse? And you’re thinking, “What on earth is that?” My recent reunion with Aviance did just that for me… Continue Reading

Starter perfumes: Welcome to the wonderful world of fragrance

What’s the best way to give someone a nice introduction to fragrance? Not too much as to be overwhelming, but a good taste so they can get an idea of what they like. There are intro samplers at STC but… Continue Reading

Memory lane Monday: Coming of age with Aviance

First off, let me wish everyone a very happy Memorial Day, which we’re celebrating here in the U.S. Take a moment today, if you will, to remember service members around the world, past and present. And now on to the… Continue Reading

Thinking happy thoughts: Your favorite chypre

This morning I’m having one of “those” (clear-liquid diet prep) medical procedures done, my first ever, so today’s post will be shorter and sweeter than usual. I know, TMI (too much information) this A.M., but there you have it. It’s… Continue Reading