Off-topic Monday: What’s up with collagen?

Hi, dear Posse folks!! Over the last few days, collagen, collagen powders in particular, has been popping up on my radar via Facebook, a friend’s mention, etc. From what I gather, it’s supposed to help with hair, skin and nails,… Continue Reading

Caravelle Epicee by Frapin

Hi Posse Peeps! Caravelle Epicee (Caravelle Épicée) the closest I can get to any meaning from the name is a Spanish or Portuguese Spice Ship with two or three masts. I recently purchased this from my friend Greg. He had a… Continue Reading

American Perfumer Perfumes + Interview Reference List

Hi there Posse. Recently I introduced you all to a new business called American Perfumer. The name says it all. Independent Artisan American Perfumers being put on display so you can find a large selection of them in one spot.… Continue Reading

NARS Audacious and the Neutral Lip

I’ve spent the last week focused on an office special event and helping both my older daughters relocate.  The weather is juuuuust on the cusp of changing to actual spring here, at which point I will feel the insatiable urge… Continue Reading

Happy St. Patrick’s Day — ready to go green!!

Wishing a very happy St. Patrick’s Day to all of you wonderful Posse folks!! Seeing all the green this weekend and today, plus shots of the celebratory green Chicago River, has me wanting to sniff some leafy scents. When you… Continue Reading

Champs Elysees EdP by Guerlain

Hi Posse, Normally a highlight, last years first visit to Guerlain Champs Elysees was a real bummer. It has not dimmed my love for the brand though. Nor has it impacted my love for this rarely talked about on the scentbloggosphere… Continue Reading

Providence Perfume Co: American Perfumer Interviews

Hi there Posse. Recently I introduced you all to a new business called American Perfumer. The name says it all. Independent Artisan American Perfumers being put on display so you can find a large selection of them in one spot.… Continue Reading