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Monday scent of the day 4/22

Posted by Robin on 22 April 2019 209 Comments

Believe it or not, Monday is back. It's also Earth Day. What fragrance are you wearing?

I'm on a brief Easter trip. At the moment my only scent is Weleda Sea Buckthorn Body Lotion, although really that's a fair amount of creamsicle all on its own.

Reminder: on 4/26 we're doing edition 4 of the picture challenge, part 1. Wear a perfume that matches the picture, which is Georgia O'Keeffe's My Shanty. You can read more about the painting here and here. There is a short bit on her time at Lake George here. (This is part 1 because we are going to do another O'Keeffe later in the year.)

And for those of you who like to plan ahead, see Scent of the day ~ Friday community projects 2019, where I'll try to always have the next five or six weeks mapped out in advance.

Note: top image is Vernal Equinox [cropped & rotated] by NASA Goddard Space Flight Center at flickr; some rights reserved.

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  1. Coumarin says:
    22 April 2019 at 9:54 am

    Hello everyone! Robin, I hope you’re having a lovely trip.

    I’m in some vintage Private Collection Pure Parfum spray, chewy bitter green and a dense chypre base. They don’t make them like this anymore.

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    • Robin says:
      22 April 2019 at 11:04 am

      Very nice long weekend at the beach, yes, thanks! Weather not cooperating but there is still plenty to eat and buy 😉

      And they really don’t do chewy greens anymore.

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    • SmokeyToes says:
      22 April 2019 at 11:39 am

      I adore EL PC – such a gorgeous scent. Estee Lauder is truly an under rated perfume house. So many gorgeous ones in their roster.

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      • hajusuuri says:
        22 April 2019 at 12:42 pm

        Smokey Toes, is your comment specific to the vintage portfolio or to the mix of current and vintage?

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        • SmokeyToes says:
          22 April 2019 at 2:44 pm

          I would say both current and vintage. EL has Youth Dew, YD Amber Nude, Private Collection and it’s flankers, Beautiful, Knowing, Aliage and Azuree (which if one were to repackage and rebrand Azuree, it could easily pass as a niche perfume).

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  2. SheriG says:
    22 April 2019 at 9:58 am

    I’m in the spring-in-a-bottle glory of Jour d’Hermes today.

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    • Coumarin says:
      22 April 2019 at 10:47 am

      That’s an all-time favorite. I especially love the richer parfum.

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      • SheriG says:
        22 April 2019 at 4:05 pm

        I haven’t tried the parfum version – sounds like I need to!

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    • Robin says:
      22 April 2019 at 11:05 am

      Yum. I said I was going to wear that last week so now I’m overdue.

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    • nebbe says:
      22 April 2019 at 1:08 pm

      Love it!!

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  3. Filomena says:
    22 April 2019 at 10:07 am

    I’m in Mona di Orio’s Violet Fumee.

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    • hajusuuri says:
      22 April 2019 at 12:45 pm

      I have to wear mine! This is perfect for spring and fall. It also fits this Friday’s CP!

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  4. PriscillaE says:
    22 April 2019 at 10:15 am

    I may be doing a week of L’Artisan this week since I don’t have the imagination needed for the picture projects.

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    • madtowngirl says:
      22 April 2019 at 10:53 am

      I am struggling with this picture project too.
      But which L’artisan are you in today?!

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      • chocolatemarzipan8 says:
        22 April 2019 at 11:24 am

        Do you have any St Clair Scents? As soon as I saw the painting I thought of Diane St Clair’s farm.

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        • madtowngirl says:
          22 April 2019 at 2:33 pm

          I don’t but that is a great idea!

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          • chocolatemarzipan8 says:
            22 April 2019 at 2:54 pm

            I did not read the links and just looked at the painting. It brings to my mind an idyllic and serene place, a connection to nature, and I think it’s beautiful. St Clair Scents are very much connected to nature and use a high percentage of natural essential oils. I was also thinking that some of Laurie’s scents would work too…..Forest Walk, Jour Ensoleille, Violet Woods, Bees Bliss, etc.

        • therabbitsflower says:
          22 April 2019 at 5:11 pm

          CM8 I immediately thought of St. Clair perfumes for the CP too!

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        • therabbitsflower says:
          22 April 2019 at 5:12 pm

          And now I read your next reply, and yes, SSS was another thought I had for the CP.

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          • chocolatemarzipan8 says:
            23 April 2019 at 5:20 am

            Great minds ??

      • PriscillaE says:
        22 April 2019 at 12:20 pm

        I started with Mure et Musc.

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    • holyneroli says:
      22 April 2019 at 11:04 am

      The picture projects don’t inspire me either. But so far all the pictures have been ones I hadn’t seen before, so it’s good for my art education 🙂

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    • Robin says:
      22 April 2019 at 11:07 am

      I’m going to go with the angle of trying to be something you aren’t to satisfy conventional criticism. So maybe in that sense I have little to look forward to on Friday, ha!

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      • Koyel says:
        22 April 2019 at 12:25 pm

        Nice interpretation! Hmm, maybe I’ll wear EL Beautiful or something lovely and feminine and floral on Friday then!

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    • SheriG says:
      22 April 2019 at 4:07 pm

      If you have L’Artisan’s Bucoliques de Provence, that would fit the painting imo. Probably the others released in that group would as well, but Bucoliques is the only one I’m familiar with so far.

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      • Petunia says:
        22 April 2019 at 6:20 pm

        That was my thought. Both the name and the scent are fitting, IMO. I had a sample but have no idea where it is.

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  5. Elisa says:
    22 April 2019 at 10:22 am

    To match O’Keefe’s gray skies and the gray skies here this morning I’m wearing Lolita Lempicka Au Masculin.

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  6. apsara says:
    22 April 2019 at 10:24 am

    Tigers Nest. Only four game of thrones left.

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    • SmokeyToes says:
      22 April 2019 at 4:23 pm

      Wish they had one named Dragon’s Liar. Probably BPAL has one along those lines, I should check.

      That might be a fun CP for those who are interested in Game of Thrones. Scent the characters…

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    • KellyC says:
      22 April 2019 at 6:39 pm

      How did you like last night’s episode? I am dreadfully worried about next week lol.

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    • apsara says:
      22 April 2019 at 11:04 pm

      I would like a whiff of Jon Snow….Yep I watched twice.
      next week is I think close to 90 minutes??

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  7. Regina says:
    22 April 2019 at 10:37 am

    I’m in Zoologist Nightingale as I contemplate a mini purchase… trying to be better about fully using a sample before I upsize. I am SO excited about this week’s CP, the story that goes with the painting is just so delicious and if you haven’t clicked the links yet, I encourage it!

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    • Elisa says:
      22 April 2019 at 12:25 pm

      You’re right, the story is great!

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    • hajusuuri says:
      22 April 2019 at 12:53 pm

      Ha! And here Ibam thinking the story gave me a headache so I will go with the visuals and intertwine them with my experiences! ?

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    • Kanuka says:
      22 April 2019 at 2:07 pm

      I love the painting CPs and discovering the stories. So cool. Thanks Robin

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      • Robin says:
        22 April 2019 at 6:12 pm

        So glad, esp. since you bring us so many stories!

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    • Catanosmia says:
      22 April 2019 at 2:23 pm

      I read the links as you suggested and I can just imagine her epic mental eye-roll when they praised this painting!! The painting didn’t move me but the story really did! I’m going to have to do some thinking to match a fragrance to this one 🙂

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      • Robin says:
        22 April 2019 at 6:13 pm

        And yet, it does not really seem totally ironic to me? That is, it is still a beautiful painting and has a real sense of an artist’s retreat to it, maybe. And the tree, that is still very much HER sort of tree.

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  8. Barqs says:
    22 April 2019 at 10:37 am

    TM Angel Fruity Fair

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  9. Petunia says:
    22 April 2019 at 10:38 am

    Another manic Monday so I went with Fleur de Peau.

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    • madtowngirl says:
      22 April 2019 at 10:51 am

      That’s a good one for Monday, or really any day of the week. You smell lovely!

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      • Petunia says:
        22 April 2019 at 11:06 am

        I agree. It’s so pretty and easy to wear.

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    • hajusuuri says:
      22 April 2019 at 12:54 pm

      Twins, one day apart!

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    • nebbe says:
      22 April 2019 at 1:08 pm

      You smell great!

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  10. madtowngirl says:
    22 April 2019 at 10:50 am

    Chanel 1957. I’m almost through my small decant already because it is so easy to wear and work friendly.

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    • Petunia says:
      22 April 2019 at 11:06 am

      I agree!

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      • madtowngirl says:
        22 April 2019 at 2:33 pm

        ?

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    • hajusuuri says:
      22 April 2019 at 12:55 pm

      Nice! Plus, you (or at least I)!have to spray a decent amount to make it last!

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      • madtowngirl says:
        22 April 2019 at 2:36 pm

        I do too. To my nose it is kind of like an Eau Premiere light- I get the same vanilla in the dry down of both. It has been my most worn scent for the past two weeks!?

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  11. yasmina says:
    22 April 2019 at 10:56 am

    I am in Mohur. I was hoping this would be more long-lasting with the warmer weather, but still very fleeting on my skin. I really like the opening though. Happy Monday all!

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    • yasmina says:
      22 April 2019 at 10:58 am

      Oh I forgot to say that I did some sniffing at the local mall over the weekend and just loved Atelier Cologne’s Pacific Lime. I contemplated buying the travel spray but glad I didn’t because it also went poof within just one hour.

      On the other hand, I also tried on Lancome’s Orangerie and that last forever and was over all pleasant.

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      • Calypso says:
        22 April 2019 at 4:40 pm

        I tried that in Sephora about a month ago and also really liked it—Pacific Lime, that is.

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      • Aurora says:
        23 April 2019 at 3:55 am

        So glad you liked O de l’Orangerie, I wear it every summer, yes it is really lasting like many Lancomes, and I love how it develops from bitter to sweet.

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  12. Oakland Fresca says:
    22 April 2019 at 11:00 am

    In cool, damp, earthy Aromatics Elixir, which sort of matches the O’Keeffe painting–but not the wonderful nod and wink of the manly colors and the ambiguity of the open/not open shanty door.

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    • SmokeyToes says:
      22 April 2019 at 4:24 pm

      You smell gorgeous!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      22 April 2019 at 8:13 pm

      Good stuff!

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  13. holyneroli says:
    22 April 2019 at 11:12 am

    I had a decant mix-up this morning, so I’m in Eau de Neroli Dore instead of Corsica Furiosa, like I had planned. I’m not upset about it though!

    I’m feeling a bit restless with the change in seasons, and a bit bored with work lately, so I’m thinking about setting a fitness goal to give myself something to work toward. Right now I’m leaning toward registering for a 5K. I’m not much of a runner, but the barrier to entry is so low (just a decent pair of running shoes and time/space to run – both of which I already have) that I think it’ll be easier to commit to than anything else.

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    • Lovestosmellgood says:
      22 April 2019 at 11:19 am

      Good luck! I enjoy an occasional jog here and there to release stress

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    • hajusuuri says:
      22 April 2019 at 12:57 pm

      Or you can walk it if you are not challenging yourself with a timed goal…

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    • Robin says:
      22 April 2019 at 6:15 pm

      Either is fantastic!

      And good for you.

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    • Jalapeno says:
      22 April 2019 at 8:13 pm

      Best of luck finding a fitness goal that you will enjoy pursuing! ?

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  14. Lovestosmellgood says:
    22 April 2019 at 11:18 am

    I am in Frangipani by Lili Bermuda even though I still can’t smell. I am sure you are all sick of hearing about it. I am also tired of this cold and ready to be back to myself again.

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    • mayfly says:
      22 April 2019 at 11:35 am

      Hope u feel better soon, it’s rubbish feeling ill in the springtime, especially when the sun is shining, u feel all out of sync!

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    • austenfan says:
      22 April 2019 at 11:49 am

      I think we must have the same cold, and I haven’t been able to smell for over a week either.
      I sympathise so much because I’m so tired myself of not feeling well at all. Still, it will go, at some point.

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    • Robin says:
      22 April 2019 at 6:15 pm

      STILL? You poor thing. We will listen for as long as it takes. Is your energy back?

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  15. lucasai says:
    22 April 2019 at 11:38 am

    For the 2nd day of Easter I’m in Fugit Amor from Jul et Mad.

    Tomorrow will be my packing day and on Wednesday I’ll be on my way to Milan for Esxence. Can’t wait to be there again 🙂

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    • hajusuuri says:
      22 April 2019 at 12:58 pm

      Have a safe trip and looking forward to your pictures and reports!

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    • Gaynor says:
      22 April 2019 at 3:26 pm

      How exciting! Have a great time.

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    • Jalapeno says:
      22 April 2019 at 8:11 pm

      Enjoy your trip!

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  16. mayfly says:
    22 April 2019 at 11:41 am

    I’m wearing Vetiver insolent, first time from my new second hand bottle, this ones such a no brainier for spring, it’s gorgeous and really easy to wear. Ginger isn’t listed as one of the spices, but it’s the most prodominent note, after Vetiver to my nose.

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    • Ede97005 says:
      22 April 2019 at 12:14 pm

      You smell lovely- and fresh!

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      • mayfly says:
        22 April 2019 at 1:22 pm

        Thank you!

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  17. SmokeyToes says:
    22 April 2019 at 11:43 am

    Happy Monday everyone, how in the world did Monday get here so quicky!
    My SOTD is vintage Safari perfume by Ralph Lauren.

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    • AnnieA says:
      22 April 2019 at 1:52 pm

      A blast from the past…

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      • SmokeyToes says:
        22 April 2019 at 2:45 pm

        And it’s a blast for sure! I think I ‘slightly’ oversprayed. A bit..

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  18. Dorsey says:
    22 April 2019 at 11:43 am

    I’m wearing Smell Bent Sunshine, to combat the grey skies and threatening little snowflakes falling down. Think we’re doing a pretty good job. The candied orange/creamsicle opening is almost too sweet for me, but it calms down enough.

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    • Robin says:
      22 April 2019 at 6:16 pm

      Snowflakes, oh no!!

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  19. Ede97005 says:
    22 April 2019 at 12:10 pm

    Earth Day!

    Monday!

    1) Took a much needed 4 day weekend for Easter this year! Lots of much needed rest and some really nice sunshine!

    2) Am in Amelie Mae, from Lush. A fruity floral and just perfect for Easter AND Earth Day.

    3) Garden update: I killed my seedlings (I did not vent my mini greenhouse, so they cooked! ) so I redid the herb starts, dug out a bed for bulb plants and have the garden boxes ready. The front hellstrip is for this week: I will be turning it into a English cottage garden, with plenty of old fashioned flowering plants and fragrant herbs.

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    • hajusuuri says:
      22 April 2019 at 1:02 pm

      #3 made me think of Bunny Mellon’s garden (your To Be garden, not the the one that needs to be remediated). Sounds like a fun project!

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      • Ede97005 says:
        22 April 2019 at 3:36 pm

        Oh, if only I had Bunny’s money and discerning taste! She’s a legend, and I have read some art books about her gardens. But I will do my best with my flower starts and Herb garden!

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    • Kanuka says:
      22 April 2019 at 2:45 pm

      It’s a shame about your seedlings but nice to hear about your project. The insects will be pleased!

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      • Ede97005 says:
        22 April 2019 at 3:46 pm

        It was so stupid! The poor dears just ROASTED. But all will be well. But I have a fine selection of burgeoning starts with culinary and medical herbs (not marijuana, because it’s so damn cheap here that it is practically given away) and it’s going to be fun to place them in their beds two weeks from now.

        And the insects will LOVE the pollen and the scents! 😉

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  20. Koyel says:
    22 April 2019 at 12:20 pm

    I’m not a fan of that painting. I’ll think about it, but I don’t expect to like any perfume that I match to it either. I kind of know what scent it makes me think of–a kind of plasticky, Play-Doh-y, sticky-salty scent. I can’t think of what perfume that would be, and doubt I’d have it even if I could come up with it.

    Instead, I’m in Bal d’Afrique, which is just the warmest of vetivers. I’m dreadfully tired this morning for no discernible reason, but at least I smell good.

    My hair is much happier today than it was on Saturday! I decided I’d had enough of dry, unhappy swimmer’s hair, and before my Saturday swim, I oiled up my hair with warm avocado oil before braiding it and stuffing it in my swim cap. Then after my swim, after shampooing, I gave my hair a good dousing of an apple cider vinegar clarifying rinse. Now, this was a terrible move as a scientist, because now I don’t understand the effect of each of those treatments, but the net effect of the two hair care changes together is that my hair feels more hydrated and springy and happy than it has in the past YEAR, probably even longer!!! (I started swimming regularly ~1.8 years ago.) So I think more oil and vinegar treatments are in the cards for my hair in the future. Any tips from you all on hair hydration would be most welcome!

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    • hajusuuri says:
      22 April 2019 at 1:08 pm

      On the painting – I mentioned to Regina above that I got a headache reading about it and did not absorb anything. Since I will not be reading it again, I will be interpreting it visually and how it relates to my experiences.

      On hair, I have not tried it but maybe you can get L’occitane to let you try some — there’s a high-falutin’ vinegar rinse that has all sorts of other stuff that is good for your hair. Also haven’t tried but there are apparently hair masks! I’m sure Sephora has some and you know how generous they are with samples!

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      • Koyel says:
        22 April 2019 at 1:39 pm

        Sounds like my hair care is about to get a lot more expensive than my usual Costco shampoo and conditioner…. Thanks for the suggestions! I’ll have to hunt down some samples to try out 🙂

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    • Regina says:
      22 April 2019 at 1:25 pm

      But did you read the story? Not liking the painting is kind of the point…. to summarize for the headache-prone:

      Men painters: Georgia O’Keeffe paints silly women stuff! Look at those silly female color schemes.

      G O’K: “I can paint one of those dismal‐colored paintings like the men. I think just for fun I will try—all low‐toned and dreary with the tree beside the door.”

      Men: Hmm, yes, finally serious work, this O’Keeffe may have some talent after all, I approve, I approve.

      So anyway you could do all kinds of things; I’m thinking of wearing something stereotypically masculine.

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      • Koyel says:
        22 April 2019 at 1:54 pm

        Regina, you make me SO HAPPY.

        No, I didn’t read the story 🙂 I didn’t like the painting, so I decided I didn’t feel like clicking the links. When I read your emphatic suggestion that we read the story, I nearly clicked through, but you know, busy day, etc etc. Now I’m glad I didn’t, because however delicious the stories in the links might have been, none could possibly have been as well told as your summary.

        So thank you very much for summarizing and for explaining the point of the painting 🙂 You are the best!

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        • Regina says:
          22 April 2019 at 2:02 pm

          I enjoyed telling it but the juicy bit in the middle is a direct quote from the lady herself.

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      • Kanuka says:
        22 April 2019 at 2:05 pm

        I loved reading the story and love your synopsis. .I also like the painting despite its genesis.

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        • Regina says:
          22 April 2019 at 2:07 pm

          Your description below does help me appreciate it!

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        • Robin says:
          22 April 2019 at 6:17 pm

          I like it too!

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      • Dorsey says:
        22 April 2019 at 2:39 pm

        Ha! thank for the cliff notes 😀

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      • therabbitsflower says:
        22 April 2019 at 5:16 pm

        I really enjoyed reading the articles last night but not as much as I liked reading your summary!

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      • Elisa P says:
        22 April 2019 at 6:27 pm

        Thanks for the synopsis! I hadn’t gone to the links yet. Reminds me of a home patient I took care of. Also, a woman (artist) among men. This photo hung in her apartment:

        https://images.app.goo.gl/ayyJ2vgDUC82HRwp9

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        • Regina says:
          22 April 2019 at 6:52 pm

          Wow!!

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          • Elisa P says:
            22 April 2019 at 10:02 pm

            I know! I’d never heard of her, only her husband who was fairly famous.

    • Jalapeno says:
      22 April 2019 at 8:09 pm

      Glad to hear that you have found something that makes your hair much more manageable after swimming! Not a minor thing at all.

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  21. Dawn says:
    22 April 2019 at 12:23 pm

    Had a quiet Easter yesterday while wearing vintage Mitsouko edt yesterday. Today, I woke up in a haze of Les Annees 25 wished I had bought a full bottle when I had the chance. I have a dentist appointment today and not looking forward a tooth cleaning. My place of work tried to get me to come in but wasn’t willing to go to work and go to the dentist. I am trying to figure out what to wear while at the dentist. No 19 or LADDM are my choices for the day, if I can figure out which one to wear.

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    • lillyjo says:
      22 April 2019 at 12:38 pm

      I always take the day off when I go to the dentist. I can’t do both either.

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    • yasmina says:
      22 April 2019 at 2:29 pm

      Les Annees 25 is so lovely! I am hoarding the little sample I got through Tauer’s MAG. I noticed he hasn’t been doing those magazines lately.

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      • Nancyleandros says:
        22 April 2019 at 5:23 pm

        I’ve been wondering where those mags were too, yasmina! Maybe he’s waiting so he can include a sample of something new and wonderful.

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        • cazaubon says:
          22 April 2019 at 5:58 pm

          He does have a new release coming up in the next month or so.

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          • Nancyleandros says:
            22 April 2019 at 7:01 pm

            Mmm, I’ll be looking forward to that one.

  22. lillyjo says:
    22 April 2019 at 12:47 pm

    Instead of getting ready for work, I’m doing a side by side of Gucci Rush and Clive Christian X. One spray each, Rush is definitely the louder of the two. The more they dry down, the less similar they are. I really don’t want to go in today, but ugh… I’m going. Have a good Monday everyone.

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    • hajusuuri says:
      22 April 2019 at 1:09 pm

      This made me LOL! You will have a great day because you smell fabulous!

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      • lillyjo says:
        22 April 2019 at 4:11 pm

        Thanks! I really do smell good ?

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    • Petunia says:
      22 April 2019 at 3:01 pm

      Thanks for the comparison. I was curious.

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      • lillyjo says:
        22 April 2019 at 4:13 pm

        Just to add, Rush seems to be staying more sparkly peachy, and X goes a little darker . Enjoying both!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      22 April 2019 at 8:05 pm

      You’d mentioned that you were planning on that side by side test of CCX and Rush. Yay you for doing it!

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      • lillyjo says:
        22 April 2019 at 8:36 pm

        Next I have to test Coco and Fendi to see which is more animalic.

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  23. nebbe says:
    22 April 2019 at 1:12 pm

    Wearing SJP Lovely, per usual. Will be my Friday scent, too, lol.

    The painting looks so moody, but there’s a lightness in the background sky on the left.

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    • Robin says:
      22 April 2019 at 6:18 pm

      Lovely works for anything 😉

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  24. hajusuuri says:
    22 April 2019 at 1:13 pm

    SOTD = Guerlain Gourmand Coquin

    I smell like decadent chocolate! Somehow, I also kept smelling chestnut cream but chestnut is not listed as a note!

    The CP will be challenging but I love me a good challenge so I am looking forward to it.

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    • Robin says:
      22 April 2019 at 6:18 pm

      Chestnut cream + chocolate -> now I am hungry.

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      • hajusuuri says:
        22 April 2019 at 10:42 pm

        No wonder I was hungry all despite eating a full breakfast, lunch and dinner!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      22 April 2019 at 8:03 pm

      Sounds like you are giving the Easter treats a run for the money with your SOTD! ??

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      • hajusuuri says:
        22 April 2019 at 10:43 pm

        It sure sounds like an Easter holdover ?

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  25. Deva says:
    22 April 2019 at 1:15 pm

    We had a beautiful Sunday here, so that put me in a very “get ‘er done!” mood. I cleaned the entire van AND the fridge! So proud of myself. ?
    Another gorgeous day, so I’m springing around in BF Au Dela Narcisse, smelling fab!

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    • Deva says:
      22 April 2019 at 1:26 pm

      Forgot to mention: I love the sense of mystery the painting evokes. I love places like this in real life, that have a history and a memory one can only guess about. All the stories absorbed by the walls, teees and grasses must be fascinating to hear!

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      • Calypso says:
        22 April 2019 at 4:46 pm

        I agree, the painting has a Nordic Noir look to me, and doesn’t put me off at all. I’ll be interested to read more of the story. I’m very struck by the bright white window frame, which seems to invite one to approach and peek inside—perhaps only to find a dead body!

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    • madtowngirl says:
      22 April 2019 at 2:40 pm

      I love a just cleaned fridge!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      22 April 2019 at 8:02 pm

      Whoo hoo for “getting ‘er done!”

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  26. Gail says:
    22 April 2019 at 1:18 pm

    Being very lazy this morning. It’s raining so I slept in and am very thankful to have today off. I sprayed on some Guerlain Meteorites earlier and will enjoy this until my shower.

    I seem to have jimmied my back somehow yesterday so I’m trying to do a bit of stretching without overdoing it.

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    • Robin says:
      22 April 2019 at 6:19 pm

      Oh dear, so sorry about your back Gail!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      22 April 2019 at 8:01 pm

      Ouch! I hope that gentle stretching helps.

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    • lillyjo says:
      22 April 2019 at 8:35 pm

      Seems like you just can’t win when you get a long weekend! Didn’t you come down with a bad cold last time?
      I hope your back is better soon.

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  27. therabbitsflower says:
    22 April 2019 at 1:23 pm

    I needed a cheerful but low key perfume today since I’ve got a couple meetings and don’t want to draw attention to my scent. I went with Bergamote 22. It’s my first real wearing, and I love it. I always want to have a bergamot dominant perfume on hand. It’s such a joyful note.

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    • holyneroli says:
      22 April 2019 at 1:54 pm

      I think the same about bergamot. Next time I go to Sephora I think I’ll grab a sample of Bergamote Soleil.

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      • therabbitsflower says:
        22 April 2019 at 5:19 pm

        Bergamote Soleil is one of the few Ateliers that I’ve really liked (out of those I’ve tried anyway). It’s lovely. Also try Acqua di Parma’s Bergamotto di Calabria if you can.

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    • madtowngirl says:
      22 April 2019 at 2:41 pm

      You smell great! That’s my favorite bergamot, and my only fb Le Labo.

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      • therabbitsflower says:
        22 April 2019 at 5:20 pm

        Thank you!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      22 April 2019 at 8:00 pm

      Boo for meetings on Monday!

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  28. AnnieA says:
    22 April 2019 at 1:47 pm

    Gack – just e-filed my taxes, 90 minutes of pure pain. I made plentiful notes last year in the hopes of smoother sailing for this year, but of course everything changed.

    Wearing a spritz each of L’Attesa and Encens Mythique, two of my Rich Lady perfumes, to honour the fact that I am getting a refund.

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    • Deva says:
      22 April 2019 at 2:21 pm

      Smelling great and congrats on the refund! Are you going to make a perfume purchase with it?

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      • AnnieA says:
        22 April 2019 at 3:20 pm

        Well…I already have! Picking up bottles of Bas de Soie and 5 O’Clock au Gingembre today!

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        • Koyel says:
          22 April 2019 at 3:57 pm

          Yaaay, nice choices!

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  29. Kanuka says:
    22 April 2019 at 2:00 pm

    I love these painting projects and when I look at that painting I wish I was there. Youcan almost feel the weather changing,the warm high overcast breeze becoming cooler as the first big spots of rain start to drop. The smell of dry earth and grass, maybe hay in the barn, maybe anold tractor and the hint og engine oil and machinery. And wood for sure. I bet the building creaks nicely in the wind. There are probably abandoned birds nests up in the rafters, pigeons on the beams and age-old smears of white pigeon poo. I love that dark, inviting hill…so full of life. The dense forest, lots of ferns, fresh springs and silent animals: deer and owls. How wonderful to just sit outside and watch. So Olympic Or hids woodcut for me. Off to Christchurch today, a five hour autumn drive mostly through farm land and blue coasts. I am bringing my mother down for a holiday. Have a good week everyone.

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    • Gaynor says:
      22 April 2019 at 3:30 pm

      Have a safe drive, I hope the weather is better than it is here, very dull and wet.

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    • cazaubon says:
      22 April 2019 at 6:01 pm

      Sounds like a nice drive, have fun!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      22 April 2019 at 7:58 pm

      Safe travels for you & your mom!

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  30. JadainGA says:
    22 April 2019 at 2:24 pm

    Hello y’all…

    I’m off work today, doing all kinds of errands, from mowing the yard, laundry and more laundry, getting oil changed and tires rotated, yada yada yada.

    Smelling sweet and springy in Paris Hilton South Beach. At least I smell better than my chore list…. 🙂

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    • yasmina says:
      22 April 2019 at 2:30 pm

      Nothing beats crossing errands of the to-do list!

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    • lillyjo says:
      22 April 2019 at 4:08 pm

      Jada, I almost blind bought South Beach based on Beauty Meow. How does it compare to Miami Glow ?

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  31. foxbins says:
    22 April 2019 at 2:46 pm

    I, too have a dental appointment today. Ugh. I have taken inspiration from SheriG and I’m wearing Jour d’Hermes Absolu. I smell like spring.

    Yesterday I went hiking in the Columbia River Gorge, one of the parts that burned after the thoughtless teen tossed a firework into the forest. The blackened trees look so sad, and many had to be cut down for safety. On a brighter note, at milepost 32 the bald eagles have built another nest and were both there as I drove by. I was going too fast to see if there were eaglets.

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    • tiffanie says:
      22 April 2019 at 4:17 pm

      You smell like spring and sunshine and beautiful things. 😉

      I’m jealous of your hike! I haven’t been there since I was a kid. It’s a marvelous place.

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    • Elisa P says:
      22 April 2019 at 5:09 pm

      You smell gorgeous!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      22 April 2019 at 7:57 pm

      It’s been a long time since I’ve been in the Columbia River Gorge area. Some amazing scenery in that area.

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  32. Elisa P says:
    22 April 2019 at 3:01 pm

    My stomach was off this morning-ate too heavy, too late last night. So it’s Tums and some Shikai Yuzu lotion.

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    • lillyjo says:
      22 April 2019 at 4:07 pm

      Ugh to the stomach being off. Hope you feel better soon.

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      • Elisa P says:
        22 April 2019 at 5:08 pm

        Thank you dear, lj! The morning was a drag, but I feel better now.

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    • tiffanie says:
      22 April 2019 at 4:11 pm

      same here! I skipped breakfast, just an apple for lunch. I was up at 1:30 am eating granola, not the best decision I’ve ever made, lol. 😀

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      • Elisa P says:
        22 April 2019 at 5:07 pm

        Aww, sorry you had the same deal this morning, tiffanie. Granola sounds better than the meatballs with a killer red sauce I thought was a good idea at 10pm! It was tasty, though ?

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    • Nancyleandros says:
      22 April 2019 at 5:16 pm

      I hope you feel better at this point in the day! I know I sound like a broken record, but the Shikai yuzu products are just so good.

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      • Elisa P says:
        22 April 2019 at 6:13 pm

        Thank you, I do! I love the yuzu- I use the body wash in my hand soap dispenser. I wish the smell lasted longer…

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    • Jalapeno says:
      22 April 2019 at 6:07 pm

      Yuk on the touchy tummy! I hope that you are feeling better now.

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      • Elisa P says:
        22 April 2019 at 6:15 pm

        I am, thank you Jalapeno! I have reflux so I know better than to eat late like that ?

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        • Jalapeno says:
          22 April 2019 at 7:55 pm

          I understand! I can get reflux if I eat late, too.

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    • Petunia says:
      22 April 2019 at 7:00 pm

      Glad you’re feeling better Elisa!

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      • Elisa P says:
        22 April 2019 at 9:47 pm

        Thank you Petunia!

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  33. tannina says:
    22 April 2019 at 3:12 pm

    Begun the morning with some Avon Eve Elegance, which is a nice floral fruity scent. Topped if after some hours with 3 sprays of Jicky for good measure.
    Today i finished my second Appleton dress, the first one was to wide in the hips and the fabric was not elastic enough to fit well.
    The second one looks really good, if you are into camo prints….
    if you want to have a look, my insta is my user name plus a z, written as one word….

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    • tiffanie says:
      22 April 2019 at 4:13 pm

      Jicky! you smell wonderful. And Avon does some great scents, don’t they? 😀

      I’ve followed you over on insta, would love to see your dresses. My mum taught me to sew and I still enjoy it today.

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  34. Desirae says:
    22 April 2019 at 3:14 pm

    I’m going through a weird period were I, a lover of ambers and spice and inedible vanilla, am suddenly craving big white florals. Today I’m in Elizabeth Taylor’s Gardenia, which is very nice for how cheap it is: a slightly green, dewy gardenia, newly bloomed rather than ripe and rich. Maybe a little synthetic but not much. And now I’m wishing I’d bought Annick Goutal’s Gardenia Passion back in the day when it was reasonably priced.

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    • tiffanie says:
      22 April 2019 at 4:16 pm

      BWF ftw! 😀 You smell wonderful.

      I love Guerlain Jardins de Bagatelle when I have the BFW craving.

      The Elizabeth Taylor florals are beautiful. I sometimes sit near someone at a choir practice who wears White Diamonds. It works perfectly on her, never smells too much or synthetic.

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  35. Gaynor says:
    22 April 2019 at 3:23 pm

    This time last year I was in hospital, having experienced a spontaneous coronary artery dissection. I’m thinking I should buy a perfume to mark the occasion 🙂
    Meanwhile, today I’ll be wearing one of my few perfumes where the bottle influenced the purchase, Gold Heart by Map of the Heart.

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    • Oakland Fresca says:
      22 April 2019 at 3:36 pm

      Oops. My reply is below tiffianie–not sure how I managed that 😛

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    • tiffanie says:
      22 April 2019 at 4:05 pm

      that heart bottle is fantastic! you smell great. 🙂
      congratulations on the anniversary you mark today.

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    • Nancyleandros says:
      22 April 2019 at 5:03 pm

      I think you should absolutely buy a bottle of perfume to mark the day!

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    • cazaubon says:
      22 April 2019 at 6:04 pm

      So happy you are still with us, worthy of celebration!

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    • Elisa P says:
      22 April 2019 at 6:22 pm

      That’s a big deal anniversary! Definitely worthy of celebration.

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    • Jalapeno says:
      22 April 2019 at 8:58 pm

      Glad that you are still here! That’s worth recognizing and celebrating.

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  36. tiffanie says:
    22 April 2019 at 3:30 pm

    Sotd = No. 5 for Chanel Monday

    Happy Earth Day! I’m a tree hugger at heart. This morning I watered my garden and pulled weeds. Later I’ll take a walk/hike through the nature preserve near my home.

    The fresh air and sunshine will be a good antidote to watching that Avengers Infinity War movie last night. Sheesh, depressing stuff, but it’s all in good fun I guess. Lots of pretty faces and muscle-y biceps for sure. 😀

    Have a marvelous Monday, NSTers. You smell like a million bucks!

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    • KellyC says:
      22 April 2019 at 6:24 pm

      Infinity War was so upsetting. I watched it with my hubs and some friends and I was so depressed after…not my usual reaction to superhero movies lol.

      Yay for Chanel Mondays.

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  37. Oakland Fresca says:
    22 April 2019 at 3:35 pm

    A ” spontaneous coronary artery dissection” does not at all sound very nice. I am thinking that the only way to mark the anniversary of such a situation IS to buy a bottle of perfume. I mean, what else would make sense?

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    • KellyC says:
      22 April 2019 at 6:23 pm

      That’s the only thing that makes sense. Do it.

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  38. Calypso says:
    22 April 2019 at 4:51 pm

    I’m HOME! About to nap with three or four kitties on the bed. It feels so nice!!!
    When I got home, I was overwhelmed by thinking of all my perfume options. I chose to apply Tyrannosaurus Rex in lethal amounts because I want to be tough and strong!

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    • Nancyleandros says:
      22 April 2019 at 5:02 pm

      Congratulations on getting home and spending quality kitty time! ?

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    • Elisa P says:
      22 April 2019 at 5:10 pm

      Yay! Nice to have a warm kitty welcome. I hope you recover well!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      22 April 2019 at 5:22 pm

      Hurray for being home with the kitties! ?

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    • Deva says:
      22 April 2019 at 5:57 pm

      So happy to hear you’re home with your fur babies. They must have been ecstatic when they saw you come through the door?

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    • cazaubon says:
      22 April 2019 at 6:05 pm

      Welcome home! I could use a lazy cat or two, my hyper puppy doesn’t let me nap.

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    • KellyC says:
      22 April 2019 at 6:23 pm

      So glad you’re home where you can spray with abandon!

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    • Petunia says:
      22 April 2019 at 7:09 pm

      Yay for being home with kitties!

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    • Gail says:
      22 April 2019 at 7:47 pm

      So glad you are HOME! Yay! I bet your kitties are very happy to see you too.

      Enjoy your fragrances and being spoiled for choice!

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  39. Nancyleandros says:
    22 April 2019 at 5:01 pm

    Hello all, long time no post! Life has been a little crazy the last few weeks, but I will succeed in finding the balance again.
    I’m in Rose 31 body lotion and edp, a perfect balance between rose and spice. ?

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    • Elisa P says:
      22 April 2019 at 5:11 pm

      I was just thinking about you. Glad you’re ok!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      22 April 2019 at 5:22 pm

      Hello there! Good to hear from you! I was thinking about you the other day and wondering how things were going.

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    • KellyC says:
      22 April 2019 at 6:22 pm

      Hiiiii!!!!

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    • Robin says:
      22 April 2019 at 6:54 pm

      Glad you found a balanced moment to pop in 🙂

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    • Nancyleandros says:
      22 April 2019 at 6:59 pm

      Y’all are seriously the nicest bunch of people on the internet. ❀?❀?❀

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  40. Jalapeno says:
    22 April 2019 at 5:21 pm

    A low key Easter for me yesterday. Mr. Jalapeno and I had grilled steak and roasted Brussels sprouts for dinner. It was nice not rushing around trying to get a grand production on the table.

    SOTD = vintage Diorissimo, from the sample stash. I wore this for Easter Sunday also.

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    • Elisa P says:
      22 April 2019 at 6:20 pm

      Nice perfume choice for Easter! Quintessential spring. And dinner sounds good, too.

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      • Jalapeno says:
        22 April 2019 at 7:50 pm

        Thank you Elisa P! I started getting the urge for Diorissimo when I saw all the spring flowers in bloom. It is, as you said, quintessential spring. And dinner was quite tasty! Looking forward to more grilled steaks now that the weather has warmed up.

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    • KellyC says:
      22 April 2019 at 6:22 pm

      You day sounds wonderful!

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      • Jalapeno says:
        22 April 2019 at 7:46 pm

        It was very chilled out and relaxed. Even the cats were lazing about and taking it easy.

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    • Robin says:
      22 April 2019 at 6:54 pm

      That is the perfect dinner!

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      • Jalapeno says:
        22 April 2019 at 7:45 pm

        I was happy that the weather cooperated with our plans for grilled steak. ?

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    • Petunia says:
      22 April 2019 at 7:05 pm

      Your holiday sounds relaxed and peaceful. You smell grest too.

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      • Jalapeno says:
        22 April 2019 at 7:44 pm

        Thanks Petunia!

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    • lillyjo says:
      22 April 2019 at 8:38 pm

      I envy your brussel sprouts! Nobody eats them but me, so I rarely buy them. Glad you had a nice Easter ??

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      • Jalapeno says:
        22 April 2019 at 8:57 pm

        Mr. Jalapeno HATED Brussels sprouts when we were newlyweds. It was a hard sell, but I eventually convinced him that they were tasty little veggies when cooked right.

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        • Elisa P says:
          22 April 2019 at 9:59 pm

          Same here! He’s actually made them without prompting, lol. But the little baby ones, chopped and crispy.

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  41. cazaubon says:
    22 April 2019 at 6:07 pm

    Another beautiful sunny day here, lots of long walks, chatting with friends and being with my DH and the dog. Relaxing with a cup of rooibos tea now. I wore Byredo Oliver Peoples. Switching to Vanille 44 for the evening.

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    • KellyC says:
      22 April 2019 at 6:21 pm

      Your day sounds lovely. Yay!

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  42. KellyC says:
    22 April 2019 at 6:20 pm

    I have nothing to say about this day other than it is Monday. Ugh.

    I’m in Parfum d’Empire Osmanthus Interdite. It’s very pretty to me. Doubtful I’ll ever need a bottle but I’ll enjoy the sample very much this spring.

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    • Nancyleandros says:
      22 April 2019 at 7:04 pm

      At least it’s almost over. ?

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    • Petunia says:
      22 April 2019 at 7:09 pm

      I bet you smell great but I am partial to osmanthus. Not sure why I haven’t tried that PdE yet.

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    • Jalapeno says:
      22 April 2019 at 7:44 pm

      Osmanthus Interdite sounds like it’s perfect for spring. At least your Monday had that in its favor.

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  43. AnniePerfumes says:
    23 April 2019 at 2:32 am

    New to commenting! Visited often, really often, over the years and I am grateful for the community I have lurked behind. ?

    My sotd is a mish-mash. Amazing Grace, layered with Heavenly. I threw in Unconditional Love, as well. It sounds odd, but each is light enough to make me not announce myself with fragrance. Which I typically do. Sorry!

    That’s my first comment. Phew.

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    • Robin says:
      23 April 2019 at 9:58 am

      Annie, hi and welcome! Hope you will comment again — this one was possibly too late for anyone to see it and give you a warmer welcome 🙂

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