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Wednesday scent of the day 5/2

Posted by Robin on 2 May 2018 227 Comments

Hump Day, and Donatella Versace's birthday! What fragrance are you wearing?

I'm in Hermès Cèdre Sambac.

Reminder: on 5/4, May The Fourth Be With You...it's Star Wars Day. Do what you like with the theme!

And for those of you who like to plan ahead, see Scent of the day ~ Friday community projects 2018, where I'll try to always have the next five or six weeks mapped out in advance.

Note: top image shows Hermès: Le Temps Devant Soi campaign, 2012.

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  1. BobH says:
    2 May 2018 at 9:31 am

    In Mechant Loup. Like a walk through the forest of Endor…

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    • Robin says:
      2 May 2018 at 10:41 am

      Then the forest of Endor smells great!

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  2. Glannys says:
    2 May 2018 at 9:33 am

    SOTD is Lush Death & Decay. I do not associate the scent itself (pretty powdery lily) with Star Wars, but I chose it because of the name. Death & Decay – Death Star.

    And happy birthday to Donatella, Our Lady of Fragranced Forgiveness. :) Does it mean we should all buy a fragrance today? :lol:

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    • lizbee says:
      2 May 2018 at 9:36 am

      Yes!! I think that’s exactly what it means!

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      • Robin says:
        2 May 2018 at 10:42 am

        Pretty darned sure that’s right.

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    • pyramus says:
      2 May 2018 at 12:09 pm

      In honour of Donatella I bought not one but three scents (Rose Jam body spray, I’m Home and Cardamom Coffee solids, all at Lush), despite intending to buy nothing at all. I’m sure she forgives.

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      • Glannys says:
        2 May 2018 at 1:58 pm

        She probably approves! Nice choices. I especially like Cardamom Coffee. Got a solid too, but would like a liquid version which works better on my skin.

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    • KellyC says:
      2 May 2018 at 2:31 pm

      I’ll buy if you buy! ;)

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      • Glannys says:
        2 May 2018 at 2:36 pm

        Challenge accepted! :twisted:
        OK, at the moment I cannot afford a FB, but actually I was placing a small sample order when I saw your reply. So I bought 3 ml of De Profundis Limited Edition and 3 ml of Clair de Musc. Your turn? ;)

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        • KellyC says:
          3 May 2018 at 11:37 am

          I sprang for the 1 oz Eau des Merveilles!

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          • Glannys says:
            3 May 2018 at 12:19 pm

            Cool! You totally win. :)

  3. bastet says:
    2 May 2018 at 9:33 am

    I’m wearing NV Pichola on this beautiful warm sunny day (too bad I’m stuck in an air conditioned office).

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    • Robin says:
      2 May 2018 at 10:42 am

      You smell fantastic bastet, and hope you can get outside!

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  4. lizbee says:
    2 May 2018 at 9:35 am

    I’m wearing Amouage Epic Woman this morning. Not enough of a Star Wars fan to relate it to the community project, but I sure smell good!

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    • Robin says:
      2 May 2018 at 6:49 pm

      I am not enough of a fan either, but someone must know!

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    • hollyberries says:
      2 May 2018 at 11:33 pm

      Star Wars is an epic, and there are many strong women characters, including Princess Leia and Rey, so you are representing them by wearing Epic Woman. Done and done…

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  5. Vegan Girl says:
    2 May 2018 at 9:42 am

    I’m wearing Mes fleurs de tulipes by Jean-Michel Duriez

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  6. perfumelover67 says:
    2 May 2018 at 9:56 am

    In Chanel 28 La Pausa EdT for a day where I have to take care of and face too many personal matters, so I needed something beautiful to give me strength. I had to bath myself in it and sprayed million times on my dress to still be able to smell it after 2 hours. If I had to choose only one Chanel to have in my life this would be the one, no matter how fleeting it is. My favorite iris and absolute love for it.

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    • Petunia says:
      2 May 2018 at 10:05 am

      You smell lovely and are strong and capable. You will get through this. Sending virtual hugs in support.

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    • lizbee says:
      2 May 2018 at 10:06 am

      You smell lovely.

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    • LizzieB says:
      2 May 2018 at 10:34 am

      Stay strong and respray often!

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    • Elisa P says:
      2 May 2018 at 10:39 am

      Hugs to you and wishing you much courage! You are smelling beautiful!

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    • mayfly says:
      2 May 2018 at 11:01 am

      I can’t believe I still haven’t smelled 28 la Pausa, it sounds so beautiful, and I’m sure u wear it beautifully! Sending u strength today.

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    • Lovestosmellgood says:
      2 May 2018 at 11:11 am

      Beautiful !!!

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    • lillyjo says:
      2 May 2018 at 11:13 am

      Standing in your corner, sending you strength, my friend.

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    • springpansy says:
      2 May 2018 at 11:52 am

      Thinking of you today!! You are courageous and smart and a beautiful person. Go forth!

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    • Undina says:
      2 May 2018 at 12:13 pm

      Good luck with everything you need to do! You smell good.

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    • sistine says:
      2 May 2018 at 12:33 pm

      You smell beautiful. You are a strong and wonderful person, and will get through what you need to with grace. Sending hugs on a tough day.

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    • KellyC says:
      2 May 2018 at 2:33 pm

      Hugs! Stay strong! You smell wonderful!

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    • Barqs says:
      2 May 2018 at 2:44 pm

      Wishing you the best in your challenging day. You smell wonderful!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      2 May 2018 at 7:54 pm

      I hope that you were able to take care of business with 28 La Pausa!

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      • perfumelover67 says:
        2 May 2018 at 8:05 pm

        I was a tough day and I guess the hot weather make it feel more overwhelming. I love summertime, but jumping from 60’s to almost 90 is exhausting. Despite the same temperature for tomorrow I am positive that it will be a better day! Now, I am just enjoying a tiny spritz of Avignon.

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        • Jalapeno says:
          2 May 2018 at 10:00 pm

          I hear you on that crazy temperature swing! Hoping that you stay well hydrated and on an even keel tomorrow.

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    • Gail says:
      2 May 2018 at 8:40 pm

      I’m so sorry that you had such a trying day. Iris is one of my favorite notes; although I have not smelled La Pausa, I can imagine it’s just beautiful and exactly what you needed.

      Also sending you ((hugs)) and hoping that the next few days are easier.

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    • Creosote says:
      2 May 2018 at 9:40 pm

      I hope the 28LP worked its magic for you!

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    • hajusuuri says:
      2 May 2018 at 9:44 pm

      8 x 8 sprays. I hope you got matters resolved to your satisfaction.

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  7. Downtown Scott says:
    2 May 2018 at 9:58 am

    Beautiful day here. Aching a bit after softball but still enjoying the warm weather.

    An old stand by Chanel Homme Edition Blanche.

    Have a great day.

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    • springpansy says:
      2 May 2018 at 11:53 am

      Love this Chanel. I have the body wash, too.

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  8. SheriG says:
    2 May 2018 at 10:00 am

    Well, I thought I was going to wear Cristalle today, but my subconscious apparently wanted to honor the orange jumpsuits the fighter pilots wore while destroying the Death Star and caused my hand to reach for Azemour. No regrets.

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    • mayfly says:
      2 May 2018 at 11:03 am

      Azemour is never a wrong choice, I’ll be joining u and the orange jump suited ones in this orange beauty tomorrow!

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  9. Petunia says:
    2 May 2018 at 10:01 am

    I went with Fleur de Shanghai courtesy of the sweet and generous ElisaP. I liked FdS during the cold months but I love it during the warmer weather. It’s blooming beautifully today. Crud, I think that I need to find some. Happy hump day all!

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    • Elisa P says:
      2 May 2018 at 10:41 am

      Smelling lovely today! I wouldn’t think to wear Opium in the heat, but now that you mention it, that version isn’t all that heavy and I can see the spices and florals really blooming. Must try! Though I’ll probably save it for a warm evening.

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      • Petunia says:
        2 May 2018 at 6:16 pm

        I lurve incensey frags in the heat. I tend to wear them more during summer. Just a few less sprays. Thanks again my dear!

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    • Deva says:
      2 May 2018 at 4:23 pm

      I’ve been on the lookout for this one since it’s gotten quite a bit of Elisa P praise, but it’s MIA…????

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      • Petunia says:
        2 May 2018 at 6:01 pm

        I saw it on Ebay once or twice. It has really good longevity. Just a spritzes do the job. ????

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  10. nastywoman says:
    2 May 2018 at 10:06 am

    I’m wearing Jour d’Hermes. It really sparkles on a warm day like this.

    I also have a squirt of Zoologist Dragonfly on my wrist to test, since I got my samples yesterday. I had thought it would be more green and sparkly/watery, but its rather powdery and milky sweet after the first few minutes. It’s very pretty, just not what I expected. The water note in the beginning was very nice and realistic though.

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    • Robin says:
      2 May 2018 at 6:50 pm

      Oh, I should wear that (the Jour) this week too!

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  11. Regina says:
    2 May 2018 at 10:07 am

    Diorella!

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    • mayfly says:
      2 May 2018 at 11:05 am

      U smell divine! (In a lovely weird way!)

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    • Lillibet says:
      2 May 2018 at 6:28 pm

      Gorgeous!

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  12. yukiej says:
    2 May 2018 at 10:10 am

    What a beautiful picture! She looks like a butterfly nymph, if that is a thing. I smell like the remnants of Sarrasins, my bedtime perfume. Not sure yet what might work well over it :)

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    • lizbee says:
      2 May 2018 at 11:44 am

      I love to hear about people’s bedtime perfumes. Is that yours every night, or just last night?

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    • Elisa P says:
      2 May 2018 at 12:23 pm

      More Sarrasins would work great over that???? You smell gorgeous!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      2 May 2018 at 7:52 pm

      If you could wear a leather scent, that might work with Sarrasins, too.

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  13. Lovestosmellgood says:
    2 May 2018 at 10:13 am

    Myrrhe Eglantine
    MF french breakfast tea

    Currently in the sun at Central Park with the 2 kids

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    • Barqs says:
      2 May 2018 at 2:45 pm

      I haven’t tried that one yet. Have fun today !

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      • Lovestosmellgood says:
        2 May 2018 at 5:48 pm

        Hermès is a house that I don’t get along with
        Galop was a hit though
        So far so good for this one

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        • Jalapeno says:
          2 May 2018 at 7:51 pm

          Looks like you have found a couple that play nice with you! Hermes is very much hit or miss for me.

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  14. Erin says:
    2 May 2018 at 10:33 am

    Beautiful day where I am, beautiful image – I love the butterfly look of the scarf in the wind. And I need to try those new Hermessences! SOTD: Chanel Eau de Cologne, because I needed a no brainer, something light.

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    • Lovestosmellgood says:
      2 May 2018 at 5:48 pm

      Beautiful !

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    • Erin says:
      2 May 2018 at 7:05 pm

      So I went sniffing, in honour of Donatella’s birthday! Wearing the Hermes Cardamusc oil and not really in love with it, which is a relief, since it costs a mint and I normally love cardamom. Predictably, I like best, so far, the weirdo choice, your choice today, R, the Cedre Sambac. I am no doubt in the minority in liking the Agar Ebene least — lovely finish to it, but a tad boring, maybe? The Myrrhe Eglantine is very cheerful and wearable. Anyway, all very nicely crafted, fine additions to the line.

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      • Robin says:
        2 May 2018 at 11:23 pm

        Good, I am not even going to worry about Cardamusc then!

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  15. Jiji says:
    2 May 2018 at 10:36 am

    My scent of the day is Un jardin en mediterranee! (It rhymes haha)
    It is so busy at work this week, I hardly have time to keep up with you guys. I hope you all have sunny spring weather!

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    • Lovestosmellgood says:
      2 May 2018 at 1:26 pm

      House cousins!
      I did some shoe shopping and bought a pair of espadrilles for the summer. I feel the need to share my retail therapy with you.

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      • Jiji says:
        2 May 2018 at 1:36 pm

        Oooh nice!
        What colour/material? And are they flat or with a wedge?

        I am still eyeing all kinds of summer shoes but havent decided yet what to buy now, ballet flats, heeled sandals, white sneakers or espadrilles… All I know is…. i want red ones!

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        • Jiji says:
          2 May 2018 at 1:37 pm

          …haha but except for the sneakers if course. I think I need white sneakers!

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        • Lovestosmellgood says:
          2 May 2018 at 5:49 pm

          They are black and gray and tie up

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          • Lovestosmellgood says:
            2 May 2018 at 5:55 pm

            Fabric and leather

  16. sweetgrass says:
    2 May 2018 at 10:39 am

    The Body Shop Bowhanti again today. Marshall’s had 2 others in the same series (a cedar and an orchid), and now I’m contemplating whether I need to go back and get those too. I’m sort of thinking about at least checking out the orchid one.

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    • Robin says:
      2 May 2018 at 6:51 pm

      Good price?

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  17. She-ra says:
    2 May 2018 at 10:40 am

    Comparing Montale Vanille Absolu and Sweet Vanilla today…not sure who the winner will be.

    I don’t participate in social media but I believe hashtags are significant in those parts.

    #dedicated #VQ18

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    • Robin says:
      2 May 2018 at 6:53 pm

      So who won??

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      • She-ra says:
        3 May 2018 at 12:47 am

        Absolu! ????

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  18. hannahmom says:
    2 May 2018 at 10:41 am

    Wearing Chanel 22 EDT from a disappearing decant.
    I could try and relate it to the project, but really, I chose it because it is pretty and I wanted to.

    Have a great day

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    • scentsenior says:
      2 May 2018 at 11:13 am

      22 pulled me down the rabbit hole decades ago, and I haven’t been without it, ever. In case of fire, grab my 22!!!!!!

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    • Lovestosmellgood says:
      2 May 2018 at 11:15 am

      22 is so beautiful

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  19. LizzieB says:
    2 May 2018 at 10:42 am

    Loosely going with the CP here. Decided to wear a scent representing a planet in the ‘verse. So….I’m thinking the planet Takodana, which is where Maz’s castle is with all the smugglers, etc. It’s green but seems dry, so I chose Aliage.

    Gorgeous day out there.

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    • Elisa P says:
      2 May 2018 at 12:04 pm

      I’m in awe of your in-depth Star Wars knowledge.

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      • LizzieB says:
        2 May 2018 at 12:21 pm

        Oh, I had to look up the name of the planet. It’s not in my consciousness the way Tatooine, Hoth, etc. are.

        But…just to fly my geek flag, I do have to admit I’ve seen every Marvel movie leading up to Infinity War. (I haven’t watched Hulk fully, but have seen much). Then again, I have only seen Wonder Woman in the DC realm….

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        • odonata9 says:
          2 May 2018 at 1:14 pm

          The DC movies aren’t that good ;) I also have seen all the Marvels except the Hulk. Just texting the babysitter now to see if she can watch the kids so we can see Infinity War this weekend!

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          • LizzieB says:
            2 May 2018 at 1:56 pm

            Have fun! We are planning to go on Tuesday. AMC has $5 Tuesdays for Stubs members, and they just started allowing advance tickets / reserved seats purchases. Used to be you had to buy a ticket at the theater to get the $5 deal.

        • Creosote says:
          2 May 2018 at 10:04 pm

          I know the planet’s name is Takodana from watching LEGO Star Wars: The Freemaker Adventures! ????????

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  20. springpansy says:
    2 May 2018 at 10:43 am

    I’m in Diorissimo today, for the second day of May rather than the first. I know, always a day late and a dollar short.

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    • mayfly says:
      2 May 2018 at 11:07 am

      Ha! that sounds familiar, I haven’t worn Diorisimo yet, either!

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    • Undina says:
      2 May 2018 at 12:18 pm

      You smell good! And you’re using perfume from your collection, right?

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      • springpansy says:
        2 May 2018 at 12:23 pm

        Yep! This one is a decant and it’s the perfect amount.

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  21. Elisa P says:
    2 May 2018 at 10:45 am

    SOTD is CdG Lily for this summer-like day. I spritzed on FM Eau de Magnolia last evening after a shower and could still smell it quite well this morning! What do they put in their perfumes to give them nuclear longevity?! Even the lighter fare last forever on me. The 2 perfumes compliment each other nicely.

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    • Lovestosmellgood says:
      2 May 2018 at 11:14 am

      I feel the same about the By Killian – their scents last and last

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    • LizzieB says:
      2 May 2018 at 12:22 pm

      That does sound like a nice combo…

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  22. cazaubon says:
    2 May 2018 at 10:45 am

    Bottega Veneta Eau de Velours for me today. Feeling more calm and able to enjoy perfume again.

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    • mayfly says:
      2 May 2018 at 11:08 am

      Glad to hear you’re feeling better cazaubon.

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    • She-ra says:
      2 May 2018 at 11:08 am

      Yay! Glad you are feeling better and hopefully your puppy (I know she’s not really a puppy) keeps chowing down.

      Not sure if you’ve smelled Montale Vanilla Cake yet but I got two samples and will save you one. I can’t smell it really. ???? very light. Will be curious if you can smell it.

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      • cazaubon says:
        2 May 2018 at 1:49 pm

        Thanks, I haven’t smelled it yet but it seems lately Montale hasn’t been living up to its powerhouse reputation, such a shame.

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    • lizbee says:
      2 May 2018 at 11:09 am

      Beautiful. I’m smitten with this one. Glad you’re feeling better!

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    • lillyjo says:
      2 May 2018 at 11:17 am

      Calm is such a great feeling. Glad you have it today.

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    • Elisa P says:
      2 May 2018 at 12:05 pm

      Glad to here you’re feeling less stressed today! How’s the pup?

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      • cazaubon says:
        2 May 2018 at 1:49 pm

        She continues to improve, hallelujah!

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        • Elisa P says:
          2 May 2018 at 3:02 pm

          Yay!!!

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        • perfumelover67 says:
          2 May 2018 at 5:08 pm

          Excellent news!

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        • Gail says:
          2 May 2018 at 8:51 pm

          Yay!! Very glad to hear it! That certainly translates into the ‘parents’ feeling better.????

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    • sistine says:
      2 May 2018 at 12:36 pm

      I’m happy to feel you’re feeling better. I hope your dog keeps improving.

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    • KellyC says:
      2 May 2018 at 3:46 pm

      Happy some of your stress is gone. Hugs to you and your doggie.

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    • Jalapeno says:
      2 May 2018 at 7:50 pm

      You are smelling lovely today, cazaubon! Good to hear that your stress is down and things are improving for your dog.

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  23. thegoddessrena says:
    2 May 2018 at 10:51 am

    Sleeping Under the Stars for me today

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    • Robin says:
      2 May 2018 at 6:53 pm

      That sounds perfect, whatever it is!

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      • lizbee says:
        2 May 2018 at 7:22 pm

        I don’t know what it is either, but the name makes me want to buy it and wear it and walk among people who will ask me what I’m wearing.

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  24. FearsMice says:
    2 May 2018 at 11:00 am

    Happy Wednesday! I’ve been crazy-busy lately and have some NST-ing to catch up on… Wearing Commodity Moss from a sample, and not loving it much. My sample karma has been pretty bad lately. Does this mean I should buy more samples to try to bring karma back into balance?

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    • Lovestosmellgood says:
      2 May 2018 at 11:13 am

      Ha!
      Maybe you should give samples away and receive the karma full circle

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      • FearsMice says:
        2 May 2018 at 11:44 am

        I definitely should!

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    • pyramus says:
      2 May 2018 at 12:38 pm

      I bought that Commodity sample set of 15 and most of them are really not very good — too simple and very synthetic. It kind of put me off buying sample sets, to be honest.

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    • cazaubon says:
      2 May 2018 at 1:51 pm

      My sample success rate got so poor I stopped buying them…

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  25. Filomena says:
    2 May 2018 at 11:20 am

    SOTD is MFK Petit Matin.

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    • Robin says:
      2 May 2018 at 6:54 pm

      Yum!

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  26. Ede97005 says:
    2 May 2018 at 11:22 am

    Hump Day!

    SOTD: I am in Kylo Ren’s favorite scent, Karma. He believes in balance in the force, frightening oaf that he is, and karma is not merely Moral Dessert; but it can be the sum total of both fate and work in the universe.

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    • LizzieB says:
      2 May 2018 at 12:24 pm

      Great choice!

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    • Robin says:
      2 May 2018 at 6:55 pm

      Laughing — it was my choice to do the Star Wars day, but I had to google Kylo Ren. I have obviously bitten off more than I can chew.

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    • Creosote says:
      2 May 2018 at 10:33 pm

      Excellent choice, and you smell great!

      You say “frightening oaf”; I say “frightening beefcake”!???? Poor Ben, no wonder he’s such a mess.

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  27. MMKinPA says:
    2 May 2018 at 11:24 am

    SSS Lieu de Reves today, because I haven’t worn it lately. Mostly violet on my skin and not overly powdery which is just fine today.

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    • mals86 says:
      2 May 2018 at 11:31 am

      Pretty stuff.

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    • SmokeyToes says:
      2 May 2018 at 2:46 pm

      I adore that one, nearing the end of my bottle. You smell lovely!

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  28. mals86 says:
    2 May 2018 at 11:26 am

    I put on two small spritzes of Carnal Flower post-shower last night and am still (still! with my scent-eating skin!) getting little whiffs of it. Guess I might re-spritz for pleasure.

    No relation to the project, but — oh hey, maybe I can stretch things a little: it’s white like Leia’s drapey dress.

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    • Ede97005 says:
      2 May 2018 at 11:43 am

      Oh, Carnal Flower is some pretty and powerful stuff, so I can totally see Leia with this!

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    • Lovestosmellgood says:
      2 May 2018 at 11:53 am

      I can smell the jasmine from here!
      Enjoy

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    • Elisa P says:
      2 May 2018 at 12:03 pm

      I wore that a couple of weeks ago and it got on the inside of my coat cuffs and when I wear the coat, the scent STILL transfers to my skin!

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      • mals86 says:
        2 May 2018 at 2:19 pm

        Some of those Malles are really tenacious!

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  29. SmokeyToes says:
    2 May 2018 at 11:43 am

    SOTD is Cool Tropic Palm, by Comptoir Sud Pacifique, with notes of lotus, mahogany, rose, teak and musk.

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    • Robin says:
      2 May 2018 at 6:55 pm

      Oh, is it nice? I have never tried that one but sounds nice.

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  30. Barqs says:
    2 May 2018 at 11:48 am

    I am wearing Hermes Eau de Pampemousse Rose, and enjoying a cup of black tea.

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    • Lovestosmellgood says:
      2 May 2018 at 11:52 am

      house twins!

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    • Robin says:
      2 May 2018 at 6:55 pm

      That was my shower gel today :-)

      Have to say I don’t actually enjoy the shower gel as much as the perfume.

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  31. apsara says:
    2 May 2018 at 11:48 am

    It’s also National Truffle Day, if anyone feels the need to induge!
    I have only ever seen the original Star Wars, so am not up to date with all that followed.
    Post shower, Passage d’enfer.

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    • LizzieB says:
      2 May 2018 at 12:29 pm

      I’m thinking Endor, in front of the bonfire with the Ewoks.

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    • Koyel says:
      2 May 2018 at 12:30 pm

      Does it really need to be National Truffle Day to stuff our faces with truffles? (Chocolates or mushrooms?)

      You smell exquisite!

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      • apsara says:
        2 May 2018 at 1:08 pm

        Chocolate!
        But those who prefer the other, I am quite certain Donatella will forgive, also.
        She is soooooo forgiving

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  32. pyramus says:
    2 May 2018 at 12:06 pm

    Still on vacation. Just got out of a Lush (which we don’t have back home) so of course my clothes have that Lush ambiance which they always absorb. Mostly I smell of Rose Jam body spray, though, which I had to have because roses. I am OBSESSED with roses these days and I don’t know why.

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    • LizzieB says:
      2 May 2018 at 12:26 pm

      Enjoy the body spray. It’s a great value…powerful stuff and yummy.

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      • Luscent says:
        2 May 2018 at 12:47 pm

        I agree about the strength- I absolutely could not believe how powerful one spray of this body spray is! If I had sprayed myself all over the way one normally would with a body spray I’d be a ghost now.

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    • KellyC says:
      2 May 2018 at 4:04 pm

      I love that body spray. You smell wonderful!

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    • sunsetsong says:
      2 May 2018 at 4:54 pm

      Love Rose Jam. I find one household type spray from the Lush is way too much and am going to have to find some way to put it in a tiny travel spray. My fave is Olive Branch I just bought the body spray so happy it is the perfect intensity and plays very nicely with What Would Love Do. So I smell grreat.

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  33. therabbitsflower says:
    2 May 2018 at 12:20 pm

    Getting back into the swing of work and normal life after vacation last week. I’m wearing a long discontinued PdN, Eau de Lude. It’s quite similar to Eau de Camille, grassy and such. I decided to wear from neglected bottles this week.

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    • Robin says:
      2 May 2018 at 6:56 pm

      Good project — I need to do that more!

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  34. Koyel says:
    2 May 2018 at 12:29 pm

    JM Honey & Crocus today, because I wanted to be covered in almond halva! Yum yum yum. Uh, there are times when people must be very hungry in the Star Wars movies, and almonds are quite nutritious, so if they had had access to almonds, their lives would’ve been better? That’s my extremely tenuous Star Wars connection. (It’s pretty bad.)

    That picture is stunning! I would like to be a human-silk butterfly.

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    • Elisa P says:
      2 May 2018 at 1:47 pm

      You tried. And I was thoroughly entertained in the process ????

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      • Koyel says:
        2 May 2018 at 7:01 pm

        Thanks! I’m glad it came to some use :)

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    • cazaubon says:
      2 May 2018 at 1:53 pm

      You smell yummy, that was my fave out of the set and the only one I bought.

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      • Koyel says:
        2 May 2018 at 7:03 pm

        Good to know! I never got a chance to sniff the rest, and occasionally consider them on eBay in the interest of blind buying them. What stops me is how few of the Jo Malones truly wow me–though, I keep thinking I should get myself a 30-mL bottle of Red Roses. Maybe I like JM more than I think, and it’s just their sheer number of scents, many of which are filler, that makes me think I don’t love them?

        Aren’t the bottles adorable?

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  35. sistine says:
    2 May 2018 at 12:38 pm

    I’m wearing Philosykos today. No connection to Star Wars that I can think of, but I just wanted to smell fantastic.

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    • Calypso says:
      2 May 2018 at 1:11 pm

      Mmmm, you definitely do. Must put that into my rotation soon.

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    • cazaubon says:
      2 May 2018 at 1:54 pm

      You smell out of this world. ;-)

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    • KellyC says:
      2 May 2018 at 4:05 pm

      You do smell fantastic!

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    • perfumelover67 says:
      2 May 2018 at 5:04 pm

      My favorite fig perfume! You smell great!

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    • Lillibet says:
      2 May 2018 at 6:33 pm

      And you definitely do!

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  36. Jewel says:
    2 May 2018 at 12:41 pm

    I’m busting out the warm weather perfumes now, and wearing Houbigant Orangers en Fleurs. Can’t think of a darn thing to relate it to Star Wars.

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    • lizbee says:
      2 May 2018 at 2:32 pm

      Pretty!

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  37. johanob says:
    2 May 2018 at 12:42 pm

    Avignon.I needed something that would remind me of a serene,dark church full of incense and religion for today at work,where the atmosphere was all but serene.It did the trick.

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    • Lovestosmellgood says:
      2 May 2018 at 1:26 pm

      my the gods be with you. Om

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      • johanob says:
        2 May 2018 at 5:22 pm

        I think they were,I actually made it,sanity intact!????????

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    • KellyC says:
      2 May 2018 at 4:05 pm

      You smell so so wonderful.

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      • johanob says:
        2 May 2018 at 5:22 pm

        Thank you Thank you????✌????

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    • KellyC says:
      2 May 2018 at 4:05 pm

      You smell so so wonderful.

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    • perfumelover67 says:
      2 May 2018 at 5:03 pm

      I might wear Avignon tonight. I need that serene, religious environment surrounding me.

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      • johanob says:
        2 May 2018 at 5:24 pm

        It was lovely on the first day it felt like Winter.SOTE is Bullion,I went for cocktails and a good old laugh with some “blingy” friends.Lol.Bullion seemed appropriate.????✌????

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  38. KellyC says:
    2 May 2018 at 12:50 pm

    Feel so out of it this week. Ugh! But I have smelled good the past two days in No. 5 L’eau (thanks, flopper!). It’s a beautiful, no-brainer scent for me. Happy Hump Day, fragrant friends!

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    • perfumelover67 says:
      2 May 2018 at 5:02 pm

      You smell fantastic KellyC! L’Eau is beautiful and so easy to wear.

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      • Gail says:
        2 May 2018 at 8:59 pm

        There’s so much love for this scent. I really have to check it out!

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  39. Luscent says:
    2 May 2018 at 12:54 pm

    Does anyone else have those days where you really dither about what scent you’re in the mood for? Sometimes I know exactly what I want and am satisfied with my choice, and other days I grab something that seems right only to find it isn’t. Anyway, after some waffling, today I settled on Kate Spade Truly Gracious, a name which manages to be simultaneously generic, saccharine and patronizing. While I dislike the name I’m actually liking the scent- it’s a simple cut-green-stems scent with a 90’s Gap Grass vibe, if you’re into that sort of thing. It feels like it will work well with today’s unseasonable 88 degrees(!!).

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    • Luscent says:
      2 May 2018 at 1:09 pm

      Ah, in fact it seems I minimized the egregiousness of the name- it appears it’s actually written as “TRULYgracious.” Yes, one word, half yell, half whisper. JUSTwhy

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      • Elisa P says:
        2 May 2018 at 1:46 pm

        Ha! Though the scent sounds nice and easy. I find it easier to choose when it’s hot since only a few things tend to appeal to me and they usually disappear quickly anyway.

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    • Lillibet says:
      2 May 2018 at 6:36 pm

      On those dithery days I usually end up with one of my fallback scents.

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  40. Calypso says:
    2 May 2018 at 1:09 pm

    I’m wearing Zoologist Moth again today. I don’t know of any good Star Wars association but the photo of the Hermes scarf conjures up an image of a butterfly or moth. This fragrance is really growing on me as I wear and re-apply it. It’s a pretty complex one that goes through a lot of stages and development in which I notice different aspects or notes. The honey is pretty dominant but at other times I can detect the black pepper, some of the florals (a hint of jasmine), resins and oud, and just a lot of different things. I’m putting this one on the to-buy list, now! Luckily that have those cute small travel bottles. I’m not sure this really conveys a “moth” feeling in the way that, say, Bat was definitely expressive of the bat-cave. But I think many people would like this and I’m recommending strongly that others try it–would love to compare impressions of it. (And avoid hyrax, unless out of sheer curiosity. I think it’s a Secretions Magnifique kind of thing!)

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    • cazaubon says:
      2 May 2018 at 1:56 pm

      I am really looking forward to trying Moth!

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  41. lillyjo says:
    2 May 2018 at 1:27 pm

    I’m in Coco Noir again today. As lovely as it is, it doesn’t evoke any feelings in me at all, which is just what i need right now. Just to know i smell good.

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    • KellyC says:
      2 May 2018 at 4:06 pm

      You do smell good.

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      • lillyjo says:
        2 May 2018 at 5:37 pm

        Thanks lady????

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    • Jalapeno says:
      2 May 2018 at 7:47 pm

      Sometimes smelling good is important, too! I have a couple of scents like that.

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  42. Creosote says:
    2 May 2018 at 1:42 pm

    SOTD is Joy.

    Going to lunch today for a family birthday, so I’ll mentally raise a glass to Donatella now that I know it’s her birthday too. Then I’ll add an extra spritz of the Patou later, to honor her.????

    Have a good Hump Day, yous guys.

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    • johanob says:
      2 May 2018 at 5:26 pm

      Still think it might be the most perfectly named perfume.You smell lovely.

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      • Creosote says:
        2 May 2018 at 9:34 pm

        Thanks! It really is the perfect name, isn’t it? I’m a huge fan of the bottle, too.

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    • Robin says:
      2 May 2018 at 6:57 pm

      You smell fantastic!

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      • Creosote says:
        2 May 2018 at 9:34 pm

        Thank you, Robin!

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  43. Koenigsberg says:
    2 May 2018 at 1:43 pm

    Paul Schuetze “Cirebon”.

    Notes are bergamot, bitter orange, cedar, cyclamen, magnolia, petitgrain, sandalwood, orange blossom and vetiver.

    But it actually smells very like a freshly peeled orange.

    2nd interview for Barcelona job today went okay (as far as I can tell); 3rd interview Friday.

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    • lillyjo says:
      2 May 2018 at 3:55 pm

      Fingers still crossed for you !

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    • crikey says:
      2 May 2018 at 4:26 pm

      best of luck with the job interviews, and you smell great. Cirebon is the orangest orange I know.

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    • perfumelover67 says:
      2 May 2018 at 4:59 pm

      Good luck! Wishing everything goes well on your next interview.

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    • Robin says:
      2 May 2018 at 6:57 pm

      Yay! Can I come to Barcelona with you?

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    • Jalapeno says:
      2 May 2018 at 7:46 pm

      A 3rd interview? Not sure if I should congratulate you, or empathize with you. That job had better be worth it!

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  44. InkyFeathers says:
    2 May 2018 at 2:12 pm

    Post Pilates stretch and pre chores sprints of l’ Eua Froide for this breezy balmy day. Kinda makes me think of the rebel base in the caves of Hoth. ☺️ Will probably were something else after my shower later. I have I little roller ball vial of sunshower that’s a very mossy green????it might work for Endor or Yavin. Happy day all! ????

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    • Robin says:
      2 May 2018 at 6:58 pm

      You speak more Star Wars than I do, obviously!

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      • InkyFeathers says:
        2 May 2018 at 8:09 pm

        Lol. ☺️Yeah I enjoy the movies, and tv series. It doesn’t hit that my husband is currently running a Star Wars rpg game for me and a group of our friends. ????

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  45. mayfly says:
    2 May 2018 at 2:33 pm

    I’ve got a nasty cold, but still have my sense of smell. Started the day in Volutes edt, but added a bit of Timbuktu and passage d’enfer during decanting into spray vials, Timbuktu is so wonderful!

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    • Robin says:
      2 May 2018 at 6:58 pm

      Yes it is! And hope you are better soon.

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      • mayfly says:
        3 May 2018 at 5:01 am

        It was the first time I’d tried it (thanks bob h!)

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    • perfumelover67 says:
      2 May 2018 at 7:54 pm

      Feel better soon Mayfly!

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      • mayfly says:
        3 May 2018 at 5:02 am

        Thanks perfumelover67, I’m feeling better today.

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  46. JadainGA says:
    2 May 2018 at 2:59 pm

    Happy Birthday Donatella! (Wonder what scent she treated herself with today? :) )

    Wearing L’Occitane Terre de Lumiere, after seeing the flanker mentioned on NST yesterday. According to my records at Basenotes.net, I hadn’t worn it since 09/17. What a shame! It’s a beauty that I need to reach for more often!

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  47. foxbins says:
    2 May 2018 at 3:26 pm

    I tried to come up with a Star Wars connection for Slowdive ( beepeople somewhere in the cantina? Unseen hives behind Luke’s house on Tattooine?) but failed. Now I want toast and honey for lunch.

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    • Petunia says:
      2 May 2018 at 7:32 pm

      Slowdive probably relates more to Ender’s Game with the bee aliens. The book was much better than the movie. ????

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  48. Gaynor says:
    2 May 2018 at 4:00 pm

    A beautiful autumn morning here, crisp and sunny. I’m trying Bruno Fazzolari’s Au Dela Narcisse from my Luckyscent sample. It’s stunning for the first five minutes, then poof, I’m left with just a bit of aldehyde. Admittedly this was from a tiny dab, it might last longer if I apply more.

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    • Deva says:
      2 May 2018 at 4:16 pm

      Oh, I love Au Dela! Definitely try with a couple of good spritzes. It’s has pretty good longevity for me.

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  49. Deva says:
    2 May 2018 at 4:14 pm

    Late to the hump day party, but wafting traces of Naja from yesterday. I’m still nursing along a decant sent to me by an extremely kind NSTer, but getting closer and closer to going over my personal “line in the sand” and purchasing a FB.

    Not only does it tweak all my olfactory buds, but it’s like a shot of confidence when I wear it. Somehow, I feel quite CERTAIN about everything. My posture is better. I feel as if I’m walking around with a Mona Lisa smile because I know the punchline and no one has even begun to tell the joke. I may have superpowers.

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    • crikey says:
      2 May 2018 at 4:31 pm

      Naja is remarkable, isn’t it?
      (p.s. love this: “I know the punchline and no one has even begun to tell the joke”)

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      • Deva says:
        2 May 2018 at 8:18 pm

        It is remarkable! Have you tried Onda VdE? It’s another that makes me lose my mind…????

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    • Jalapeno says:
      2 May 2018 at 7:44 pm

      Oh, that’s a dilemma! But having a scent that moves you so much… argh! Tough call.

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      • Deva says:
        2 May 2018 at 8:16 pm

        Contemplating opening a Go Fund Me account ????

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  50. crikey says:
    2 May 2018 at 4:30 pm

    Dryad today. Long train journey down to Manchester to see my coach, and work out a new post-injury rehab plan for this endless slow slog of healing. The fields through the borders and the lake district were FULL of lambs, boinging about in the early morning sunshine. The scent was a great match for the intense new greens of the just-leafed trees. But ugh, too much sitting down getting there and back today.

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    • crikey says:
      2 May 2018 at 4:37 pm

      also: the Dior Ispahan Rose soap is utterly lovely. Creamy texture and subtle but quite persistent rosy goodness. Thank you, Mr lovely Dior SA.

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    • johanob says:
      2 May 2018 at 5:28 pm

      Good memories came flooding back from my time spent in Manchester and that beautiful Lake district!Hope the rehab plan is a success!????????????????

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  51. Jalapeno says:
    2 May 2018 at 5:46 pm

    OK, so the Internet has eaten my first post. In addition, some websites aren’t loading today. Something is definitely not right.

    No Star Wars connection for my perfume today. SOTD = Berdoues Scorza Di Sicilia EdP, from the sample stash and the Berdoues sampler pack. I smell like a citronella candle.

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    • Petunia says:
      2 May 2018 at 7:34 pm

      But in a good way? ☺

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      • Jalapeno says:
        2 May 2018 at 7:42 pm

        I’m not quite sure how I feel about it. I should wear it when I’m expecting bugs and see if it keeps them away… that might make a difference in my opinion.

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  52. Lillibet says:
    2 May 2018 at 6:40 pm

    Chanel’s No. 5 Eau Premiere to help preserve my sanity during a challenging day of cat herding at work…

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    • Petunia says:
      2 May 2018 at 7:36 pm

      Sounds like a frustrating day but at least you smell pretty!

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  53. tiffanie says:
    2 May 2018 at 7:08 pm

    SotD = Hiris, Hiris, Hiris

    I smell slightly carrot-y to appease the rabbit, rabbit, rabbits of May. I declare today a much improved do-over after yesterday’s travesty of a Tuesday.

    Goodness, that scarves-as-butterfly-wings photo is fantastic.

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    • Petunia says:
      2 May 2018 at 7:37 pm

      Glad that you’re back on track. I’ve never had the pleasure of sniffing Hiris but it sounds lovely.

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      • tiffanie says:
        2 May 2018 at 9:23 pm

        thanks, Petunia, it was good to have a ho-hum day!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      2 May 2018 at 7:41 pm

      Nice to hear that Hiris placated those rabbits today! Maybe another day of it just to be sure?

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      • tiffanie says:
        2 May 2018 at 9:25 pm

        You read my mind. I left Hiris out on my dressing table for tomorrow morning. :D

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    • Deva says:
      2 May 2018 at 8:21 pm

      Love Hiris and need to wear it soon. Tuesday’s stink almost as much as Mondays! Glad things are looking a bit better today????????

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      • tiffanie says:
        2 May 2018 at 9:27 pm

        I love Hiris and should wear it more. It is one of my chronically neglected favorites.

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    • Gail says:
      2 May 2018 at 9:16 pm

      Glad your day was improved over yesterday! Hiris sounds wonderful and it sounds that a small part of the world had been re-ba!anced.

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      • tiffanie says:
        2 May 2018 at 9:30 pm

        thanks, Gail, I felt more centered today. I think Hiris did help. :)

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  54. Gail says:
    2 May 2018 at 9:37 pm

    Wearing the last bit from my Le Labo Iris 39 sample and thankfully my day was better than yesterday.

    No additional weird bruises or computer crashes. My hubby even retrieved my jewellery from it’s hiding spot without needing my help.
    One more day of work!

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    • Undina says:
      3 May 2018 at 3:33 am

      I’m glad your nightmarish day didn’t repeat.
      Are you going to pursue Iris 39? Or are you done-done with it?

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      • Gail says:
        3 May 2018 at 8:08 pm

        I really like it and I am not done with it. I was quite impressed at the strength of the scent (from the sample anyways).

        I do have the oil, but I think next time that I’m in Vegas I might have to get the perfume, or else check out Luckyscent as they may have different sizes.

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  55. hajusuuri says:
    2 May 2018 at 9:49 pm

    SOTD = Kilian Woman in Gold

    Let’s see…why the h-ll not category.

    Busy busy day and I did not get a chance to go out until time to go home. It is too hot, in my opinion.

    I need to check out the STC Anniversary Sale.

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    • Deva says:
      2 May 2018 at 9:59 pm

      Did I miss your sniffa report? I’m terribly out of touch but don’t want to miss this!

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    • Undina says:
      3 May 2018 at 3:35 am

      It seems really unfair that you went almost directly from unpleasantly cold to unpleasantly hot. Where is Spring?!!

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