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2018 / Browsing by date: June 2018

Lazy weekend poll ~ open thread, end of June 2018

Posted by Robin on 30 June 2018 307 Comments

That’s it for June! (And don’t forget to say rabbit, rabbit, rabbit tomorrow.) We’re getting ready for July with our same old open thread poll. Talk about anything you like — the fragrance you’re wearing today, the best new (or new to you) fragrance you smelled this month, whatever.

Or, ask a question about fragrance, then see if anyone else has asked a question that you can answer…

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Rose, saffron and precious woods

Posted by Robin on 30 June 2018 22 Comments

The spot for Dolce & Gabbana The One Mysterious Night. 

The daily lemming

Posted by Robin on 30 June 2018 2 Comments

I might need this before the weekend is through: "Aesop's hydrating body gel is perfect for reviving dry, sun-exposed skin. This uplifting citrus-infused formula is enriched with a soothing blend of Aloe Vera and Panthenol, plus Petitgrain, Grapefruit and Lemon to leave you feeling cool and refreshed. We think it's ideal for warm weather vacations." Petitgrain Reviving Body Gel is $41 for 150 ml at Net-A-Porter.

Ariana Grande Cloud ~ new perfume

Posted by Robin on 29 June 2018 14 Comments

Singer Ariana Grande will launch Cloud, a new fragrance for women, in September. Per Ms. Grande…

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Friday scent of the day 6/29

Posted by Robin on 29 June 2018 337 Comments

Hey, it’s Opposite Day! Our community project for today: wear the opposite of what would be expected. Thanks to Pyramus for the suggestion (and for the helpful examples: La Nuit on a bright sunshiny day, Matin Calin in the afternoon, Voile d’Ete in the depth of winter or Winter Delice in the middle of July, Aromatics In White when you’re dressed all in black).

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 decided to do the opposite of my mood, so I went with the calm, cool and collected Hermès Le Jardin de Monsieur Li…

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