Charlize Theron in a new spot for Dior's J'adore Absolu. Directed by Romain Gavras.
The daily lemming
In case you prefer to keep your fragrance notes on paper: the Barbear Grapefruit Fig notebook from Claus Porto. "Claus Porto’s notebooks pay homage to the brand’s vast archive of designs that inspired its world-famous vintage packaging. Crafted in Portugal, this medium-sized softcover notebook is lightweight and perfect for people who are always on the go but are not willing to give up on elegance. Featuring the pattern and label of Barbear Grapefruit Fig, it’s the perfect travel companion for registering all your thoughts and scribbles." $21.
Friday scent of the day 10/26
Friday and Pumpkin Day! Our community project for today: step out of your comfort zone by wearing a perfume that you find challenging. Thank you to Lucasai for the suggestion!
What fragrance did you pick? As always, do chime in with your scent of the day even if you’re not participating in the community project.
I’m in Frédéric Malle Une Fleur de Cassie, a fragrance Angie correctly labeled “not for beginners”. I have never liked it, and apparently I still don’t. I’ll probably switch before the morning is out…
Like adults
Young people on motorcycles, again, for the Kilian My Kind of Love collection. (Brief nudity, possibly NSFW.)
Round, straight, soft, tough
I don’t know how to really explain this, but I touch the texture with my eye, whether its silk or leather of cashmere. For example, in my building, I work on the second floor and on the ground floor we have the stock for the men’s collection, and very often I go alone to the atelier to touch and smell the fabrics. They have a special sensuality, and when I talk about my perfume I often use words related to the clothing, like round, straight, soft, tough.
— Perfumer Christine Nagel talks about synesthesia and her approach to perfumery. Read more at Inside the Atelier of an Hermès Perfumer Who Can Smell and Taste Color at Architectural Digest.