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Thursday scent of the day 6/27

Posted by Robin on 27 June 2019 166 Comments

Happy Almost-Friday, Orange Blossom Day and Canadian Multiculturalism Day! What fragrance are you wearing?

I am still at the lake, and I am still in Cutter Lemon Eucalyptus. I am going to have to do some clever thinking to get even partial credit tomorrow.

Reminder: 6/28 will be Time Travel Friday...wear a perfume that takes you back in time, or reminds you of something / somewhere in your past. It does not have to be a perfume you wore in the past! Suggested by chocolatemarzipan8.

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 Crown Lake, Algonquin National Park, Ontario, Canada (1910) by Special Collections Toronto Public Library at flickr; some rights reserved.

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  1. perfumelover67 says:
    27 June 2019 at 9:56 am

    Needed something refreshing, but especially relaxing: Caron Pour Un Homme fits that bill perfectly! Love it!

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    • stinker_kit says:
      27 June 2019 at 10:08 am

      You smell wonderful. I bought the huge bottle of this fragrance, a decision I have never regretted.

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      • perfumelover67 says:
        27 June 2019 at 10:43 am

        Thank you! It is a great fragrance. I didn’t like it much the first couple of times I wore it before, but after revisiting a while ago I fell deeply in love with it!

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      • madtowngirl says:
        27 June 2019 at 11:09 am

        And the huge bottle is a great deal too!

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    • holyneroli says:
      27 June 2019 at 11:03 am

      You’re smelling great this week, pl67!

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      • perfumelover67 says:
        27 June 2019 at 11:08 am

        Oh! Thank you! ?

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    • madtowngirl says:
      27 June 2019 at 11:08 am

      That is a good one!

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      • perfumelover67 says:
        27 June 2019 at 11:13 am

        Isn’t it great?

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        • madtowngirl says:
          27 June 2019 at 11:41 am

          It is! You smell great!?

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  2. Lovestosmellgood says:
    27 June 2019 at 10:03 am

    Caron Parfum Sacre
    2 soy lattes
    A strapping gingham dress..

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    • perfumelover67 says:
      27 June 2019 at 10:04 am

      House twins! You smell great!

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    • nebbe says:
      27 June 2019 at 1:39 pm

      I’m en route to 2 soy lattes too ?. My favorite beverage and the best part of my day!

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    • Lovestosmellgood says:
      27 June 2019 at 2:12 pm

      I sprayed with a heavy hand..holding up well in the heat!

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  3. holyneroli says:
    27 June 2019 at 10:05 am

    Happy orange blossom day! My new favorite day of the year ;)

    I’ve been inadvertently celebrating by wearing neroli scents all week. Continuing the theme today in Eau de Neroli Dore.

    Heading to the farmer’s market for lunch today. I’m hoping the Mediterranean vendor will be there because I’ve been daydreaming about spinach & feta pie all morning.

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    • stinker_kit says:
      27 June 2019 at 10:09 am

      That pie sounds wonderful.

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    • floragal says:
      27 June 2019 at 10:37 am

      So grateful for the farmer’s markets here in the city. The produce and fresh food this time of year is just outstanding.

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    • sistine says:
      27 June 2019 at 10:39 am

      Oooh, that pie sounds yummy!

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    • holyneroli says:
      27 June 2019 at 12:10 pm

      Update: Spinach & feta pie obtained. Also a half loaf of 9-grain bread.

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      • Robin says:
        27 June 2019 at 3:32 pm

        Score.

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    • Lovestosmellgood says:
      27 June 2019 at 12:20 pm

      Pass me a piece of that pie

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    • LizzieB says:
      27 June 2019 at 3:34 pm

      Love spinach and feta pie…yum.

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    • cazaubon says:
      27 June 2019 at 6:21 pm

      Happy orange blossom day! I tested VCA Neroli Amara today. It was very pleasant.

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  4. PriscillaE says:
    27 June 2019 at 10:13 am

    I’m in Arielle Shoshana Saturday.

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    • stinker_kit says:
      27 June 2019 at 11:01 am

      You smell marvelous! I just purchased this fragrance. I was lucky to smell some of the mods for Arielle Shoshana Sunday and it is amazing, green tea horchata goodness…..

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  5. SheriG says:
    27 June 2019 at 10:21 am

    They say it might thunderstorm here today, so I went with the dark beauty of Parfumerie General Cuir d’Iris. Yummy.

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    • Robin says:
      27 June 2019 at 3:32 pm

      Sorry about the storm, but glad you found the fitting fragrance.

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      • SheriG says:
        27 June 2019 at 6:29 pm

        Indeed, and better that I should be having storms than YOU on your lake vacation! :)

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        • Robin says:
          27 June 2019 at 10:45 pm

          I am not going to escape rain this week, but we’ve had a couple perfect days so I won’t complain! (much)

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    • therabbitsflower says:
      27 June 2019 at 4:23 pm

      As a fellow Cuir d’Iris lover, you smell amazing. It totally fits in with thunderstorms.

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      • SheriG says:
        27 June 2019 at 6:31 pm

        Thank you! And yes, it really does fit thunderstorm weather.

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  6. floragal says:
    27 June 2019 at 10:24 am

    Vanille Blackberry by Comptoir Sud Pacifique for me today.
    I forgot fragrance this morning which is crazy, I know, but grateful for my little sample of this scent which is very happy and uplifting — both of which I need lots of today.

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    • Robin says:
      27 June 2019 at 3:33 pm

      Stay uplifted through the crazy floragal!

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  7. Glannys says:
    27 June 2019 at 10:30 am

    Durga Cowboy Grass. Salty sage and vetiver. Good scent and so unusual.

    It’s been raining a lot today, and tomorrow the temperatures are expected to drop to 21 C (70 F). Can’t wait!
    Ironically, while we are having plenty of water outside, we have no running water indoors for around five hours. They are fixing it, but they cannot tell us when they finish. I so want to take a shower…

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    • hemabelle says:
      27 June 2019 at 10:36 am

      You smell wonderful!

      I always thought vétiver was a good choice for hotter, humid, too-busy-to-wash-my-hair days. I hope it does the same for you until your plumbing is fixed!

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      • Glannys says:
        27 June 2019 at 10:43 am

        Thank you! My go-to “shower substitute” scent is Lush Dirty body spray, but I agree about vetiver and all herbal scents in general.

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    • sistine says:
      27 June 2019 at 10:39 am

      That’s awful. I hate when there’s running water issues. Could you shower at a gym?

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      • Glannys says:
        27 June 2019 at 10:48 am

        Unfortuntely, I don’t go to the gym. Have to wait. :( At least it’s not so hot as last week.

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    • stinker_kit says:
      27 June 2019 at 11:07 am

      That sounds heavenly. I recently purchased a bottle of Mississippi Medicine and my only complaint is longevity on my fragrance sucking skin. Shall have to experiment with it on my clothing. How is the longevity on Cowboy Grass? And here is to your water being available in the house sooner rather than later…..

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      • Glannys says:
        27 June 2019 at 11:18 am

        I’d say the longevity is average. I put it on about five hours ago. I did re-apply later, but my sample has no sprayer, and I dabbed lightly. Can smell it still, though I it stays close to skin. When sprayed, it should have a stronger performance.
        Thanks!

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      • cazaubon says:
        27 June 2019 at 6:22 pm

        I have longevity problems with the DS&Durga line in general.

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  8. yasmina says:
    27 June 2019 at 10:32 am

    In Rose Delight under Myrrh Eglantine. I am spicy yet happily light rose this morning.

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    • Robin says:
      27 June 2019 at 3:33 pm

      Yes you are!

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    • jepster says:
      27 June 2019 at 3:33 pm

      that Rose Delight really is delightful!!

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  9. sistine says:
    27 June 2019 at 10:41 am

    I’m wearing Earth Mother by Dame Perfumery. An example of why you should should try all the samples that come your way – I never would have ordered a sample based on the notes, but a sample was included with an order. I tried it last week and swooned – it smells glorious.

    Have a fabulous day!

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    • madtowngirl says:
      27 June 2019 at 11:07 am

      Same! He included a sample of that in one of my orders and I immediately ordered a travel spray. To me it is a more wearable Angel or Angel Muse. 1 spray lasts me all day.
      I was on the Dame website recently and was sad to see his samples are no longer 5ml sprays, but are 2ml perfume oil for the artist collection.☹️I would really like to try Chilehead.

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      • sistine says:
        27 June 2019 at 1:05 pm

        I have an extra sample of Chilehead in the EDP format – can I send it to you?

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        • madtowngirl says:
          27 June 2019 at 3:15 pm

          Oh, I would love that! Do you still have my email?(pkwisdom in the land of yahoo) I will gladly send you something in return!?

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          • sistine says:
            27 June 2019 at 4:07 pm

            I just sent you an e-mail!

    • madtowngirl says:
      27 June 2019 at 11:07 am

      You smell great!?

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    • MissGoldsmith says:
      27 June 2019 at 11:54 am

      I also got this as a random free sample and like it. I get the reference to Angel Muse, have Angel Muse, but still wouldn’t rule out a larger decant or even FB. As it is, still have a sample to thunk.

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  10. madtowngirl says:
    27 June 2019 at 11:03 am

    It’s going to be a hot one today, and the humidity is already at 70% verses yesterday’s 30%. I can definitely feel the difference. Like we say in the midwest (maybe they say it other places too) it’s not the heat, it’s the humidity!
    I needed something refreshing, so many sprays of Assam of India it was.

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    • holyneroli says:
      27 June 2019 at 11:07 am

      Perfect pick for a high-humidity day! It’s 63% here and I hope that’s as high as it gets.

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      • madtowngirl says:
        27 June 2019 at 11:12 am

        I hope so for your sake too! I saw your post the other day that your building doesn’t have AC.?Anything above 60% usually becomes AC territory for me.

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        • holyneroli says:
          27 June 2019 at 11:14 am

          It’s been breezy enough lately that the humidity has been bearable. It’s those hot, humid, completely still days that are really killer!

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    • perfumelover67 says:
      27 June 2019 at 1:23 pm

      Stay cool and hydrated! Perfect scent for the heat!

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      • madtowngirl says:
        27 June 2019 at 3:15 pm

        Thanks pl67! I will!??

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  11. mayfly says:
    27 June 2019 at 11:22 am

    I’m wearing a cerise linen teeshirt, and burnt Siena midi skirt this morning, so I thought.. Fille de Berlin!, this perfume really blooms in the heat.

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    • yasmina says:
      27 June 2019 at 12:12 pm

      Your outfit sounds pretty

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      • mayfly says:
        27 June 2019 at 1:22 pm

        Thank u!

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    • Lovestosmellgood says:
      27 June 2019 at 12:19 pm

      I almost wore that one

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      • mayfly says:
        27 June 2019 at 1:22 pm

        It’s so lovely, isn’t it?

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        • Lovestosmellgood says:
          27 June 2019 at 2:13 pm

          Yes..a dark sultry rose

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    • jepster says:
      27 June 2019 at 3:34 pm

      Fille de Berlin is always amazing….I now keep in in the year round rotation.

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    • cazaubon says:
      27 June 2019 at 6:24 pm

      I need to try it in the heat, I always seem to reach for it more in the fall.

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  12. jirish says:
    27 June 2019 at 11:44 am

    Learning it’s Orange Blossom Day made my choice easy – Seville a l’Aube! I remember being little and having a small bottle of orange blossom perfume, and asking my mom how they got blossoms out of oranges.

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    • mayfly says:
      27 June 2019 at 1:23 pm

      Oh so cute!

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    • ringthing says:
      27 June 2019 at 2:13 pm

      Scent twins! And that’s a sweet story ?

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  13. Regina says:
    27 June 2019 at 11:56 am

    I’m wearing body shop Ananya – I think I posted about this when I first got it a few weeks ago, but this gives me a SUPER strong time travel feeling back to high school. No idea if it’s good or bad or whatever, I just love it.

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  14. MissGoldsmith says:
    27 June 2019 at 12:03 pm

    Today I’m in another cheap blind buy (after reading up on the notes, of course): Georges Rech French Story, a floral chypre, that was south of $15 at TJ Maxx. Just as enjoyable as plenty of things that are 10x as much, so calling it a win.

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    • yasmina says:
      27 June 2019 at 12:11 pm

      Nice!

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    • mayfly says:
      27 June 2019 at 1:24 pm

      Ooh what a great bargain, sounds lovely!

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  15. Dawn says:
    27 June 2019 at 12:05 pm

    It’s hot and humid here in Cleveland and I spent the morning in vintage Mitsouko. Now I am wearing Iris Silver Mist since I have such a craving for it. Finally made it to Malley’s Chocolates yesterday for my chocolate covered caramels. Found out that I will be an aunt for the 3rd time this morning.

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    • yasmina says:
      27 June 2019 at 12:11 pm

      Congrats! I am an aunt three times over too

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    • Lovestosmellgood says:
      27 June 2019 at 12:19 pm

      Congratulations ?

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    • perfumelover67 says:
      27 June 2019 at 1:26 pm

      Congrats!

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    • nozknoz says:
      27 June 2019 at 2:56 pm

      Scent/weather twins! I would never have thought of it as a hot, humid weather scent, but in fact I had a craving for vintage Mitsouko last night and it was just right (in the AC, admittedly).

      Adding congrats!

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    • Nancyleandros says:
      27 June 2019 at 7:54 pm

      Congratulations!

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  16. Elisa P says:
    27 June 2019 at 12:26 pm

    It’s a hot one today, already 90! I’m wearing TDC Kashan Rose which is a hot weather fave.

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    • jepster says:
      27 June 2019 at 3:35 pm

      You smell lovely

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      • Elisa P says:
        28 June 2019 at 1:06 am

        Thank you! It hit the spot.

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    • therabbitsflower says:
      27 June 2019 at 4:28 pm

      It gives me great pleasure to have provided you with some of your spring and summer favorites. ?

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      • Elisa P says:
        28 June 2019 at 1:08 am

        Seriously, I’ve really been wearing mostly stuff from that swap! I like everything??

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    • cazaubon says:
      27 June 2019 at 6:26 pm

      That’s a nice hot weather rose.

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      • Elisa P says:
        28 June 2019 at 1:09 am

        I really like it. The bit of spice and creaminess make it interesting.

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    • lillyjo says:
      27 June 2019 at 7:13 pm

      How was Alvin Ailey?

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      • Elisa P says:
        28 June 2019 at 1:09 am

        Hard, lol. Not as humiliating as the contemporary dance class, though. I think I’ve learned my lesson.

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    • Nancyleandros says:
      27 June 2019 at 7:58 pm

      Ahh, you have that one! I believe I have you to thank for clueing me in on Grace Coddington, another good summer rose. ?

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      • Elisa P says:
        28 June 2019 at 1:10 am

        I like Grace, too! It’s a tad more citrusy, methinks.

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  17. Filomena says:
    27 June 2019 at 12:31 pm

    Today I’m wearing Tom Ford’s Shanghai Lily.

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    • FearsMice says:
      27 June 2019 at 12:53 pm

      Waving to my brand twin: I’m in Venetian Bergamot. You smell way better!

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      • Filomena says:
        27 June 2019 at 4:21 pm

        Shanghai Lily is a beautiful scent but I think it might be discontinued as most of his best ones (IMO) have been.

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    • ringthing says:
      27 June 2019 at 2:14 pm

      What a beautiful perfume, enjoy.

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    • therabbitsflower says:
      27 June 2019 at 4:28 pm

      Well, you smell really great. That one grows on me more each time I wear it.

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  18. tiffanie says:
    27 June 2019 at 1:00 pm

    SotD = Hiris!

    or is it Niris? hajusuuri, I need to know??? :D

    Have a fantastic day, fragrance friends.

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    • lillyjo says:
      27 June 2019 at 7:14 pm

      Hope your day was fantastic too!

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  19. Aurora says:
    27 June 2019 at 1:12 pm

    I’m in Bunny Rouge Tenera a boozy vanilla layered over l’Artisan Parfumeur Mechant Loup which add nuts to the mix, that’s a combo I discovered by chance some time ago.

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    • mayfly says:
      27 June 2019 at 1:25 pm

      Sounds like a nice mix.

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      • Aurora says:
        27 June 2019 at 2:24 pm

        I like both fragrances on their own and I don’t experiment much with layering usually, but together they’re wonderful especially as on its own Tenera can be a little too sweet for my taste, it has a lot vanilla.

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  20. Barqs says:
    27 June 2019 at 1:28 pm

    Hermessence Cedre Sambac

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    • cazaubon says:
      27 June 2019 at 6:29 pm

      Nice choice, you smell great!

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  21. nozknoz says:
    27 June 2019 at 1:29 pm

    I used to collect vintage post cards, and Robin’s selection above is from exactly the period that I liked best. I still have them somewhere… I’m a serial collector. ?

    I rarely drink tea, but happened to have Kusmi Anastasia yesterday. It’s a blend of Earl Gray, lemon, and orange blossom. Earl Gray was always my favorite tea, but this softer, more floral version has supplanted it.

    The orange blossom and lemon aren’t obvious, at least not to me, but they change the character from hard-edged to more rounded, if that makes any sense.

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    • holyneroli says:
      27 June 2019 at 1:59 pm

      That tea sounds good! One of my favorites is a cream Earl Grey (like a regular Earl Grey, plus vanilla) from The Secret Garden in San Luis Obispo, CA. I first tried it when I was visiting my sister in CA a couple years ago, so it gives me happy California memories every time I have a cup :)

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      • nozknoz says:
        27 June 2019 at 3:00 pm

        Now that my mind is open to modified Earl Greys, I’ll have to give that a try!

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    • ringthing says:
      27 June 2019 at 2:17 pm

      I love vintage post cards too and got a box of them at a garage sale a few years ago. They’re obviously from someone’s vacations back in the day but lots of them are charming, I mainly use them to add a note to perfume packages (when I remember.)

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      • nozknoz says:
        27 June 2019 at 2:59 pm

        That’s a great idea!

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    • Robin says:
      27 June 2019 at 10:49 pm

      My (current) absolute favorite Earl Grey is Upton Extra Bergamot mixed with Upton Lapsang Souchong Imperial and a pinch of Kusmi Anastasia :-)

      You might also like Fortnum & Mason Countess Grey.

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  22. nebbe says:
    27 June 2019 at 1:42 pm

    Chanel Chance eau Tendre. Light, feminine, airy.
    My decant of atelier cologne went through the wash and dryer a week ago, and my husband’s work shorts smell really really good. (He’s in construction)

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    • Glannys says:
      27 June 2019 at 2:10 pm

      You smell pretty!
      I hope your husband enjoys working in his perfumed shorts. Fancy! :D

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    • lillyjo says:
      27 June 2019 at 2:11 pm

      I re tested Narciso Pure Musc last night and thought of you. It’s really a pretty and interesting floral musk, but very soft and a skin scent. I thought it would make a good under the radar work scent.

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      • madtowngirl says:
        27 June 2019 at 3:17 pm

        Yes- totally agree! I thought it would be “bigger” being called Pure Musc.

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        • lillyjo says:
          27 June 2019 at 4:34 pm

          I really want to try the amber one, but it’s not available here.

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          • madtowngirl says:
            27 June 2019 at 5:46 pm

            Not here either.?I have to order my samples from eBay.

  23. foxbins says:
    27 June 2019 at 1:45 pm

    I’ve been to the vet and back this morning, the big dog is doing okay except for some arthritis pain. The vet added gabapentin to his NSAID dose and said to encourage him to walk more to prevent muscle wasting in his rear legs. I’m wearing Musc Tonkin on this overcast and drizzly day, bundled up in a sweater and drinking hot chocolate.

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    • cazaubon says:
      27 June 2019 at 6:31 pm

      You smell great. Hope your pup feels better soon.

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  24. therabbitsflower says:
    27 June 2019 at 2:00 pm

    Oh, Orange Blossom Day! I almost wish I had picked an ob perfume, but I smell so good in Masque Milano L’Attesa that I have no regrets. There were some posts about MM and L’Attesa a few days ago, and it reminded me to wear it.

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    • perfumelover67 says:
      27 June 2019 at 2:12 pm

      You smell perfect!

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      • therabbitsflower says:
        27 June 2019 at 2:14 pm

        Thank you! I agree haha.

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  25. andshewaz says:
    27 June 2019 at 2:07 pm

    In honor of orange blossom day wearing Pacifica Nerola Orange Blossom that is sadly discontinued.

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    • viridiaan says:
      27 June 2019 at 6:47 pm

      If you’re near a Banana Republic try their recent release Neroli Woods. It’s really great for the price and I got it during a half off sale so even better!

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  26. tannina says:
    27 June 2019 at 2:18 pm

    MM Untitled L’Eau and lots of it. Still hot, but a bit less than yesterday. Zucchini frittata for dinner.

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  27. lillyjo says:
    27 June 2019 at 2:19 pm

    It’s 88 here, and I’m loving it. Sotd is Orange Sanguine over Vanilla Flash. Loving it also! I decided to drink a Dr. Pepper on my lunch just now, and am realizing it’s just not the same as I remember, the Pep is gone. Soda reformulation! Today is my monday, but happy almost Friday to everyone ?

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    • madtowngirl says:
      27 June 2019 at 3:20 pm

      Sounds like a great combo! Glad you’re enjoying the heat!??

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      • lillyjo says:
        27 June 2019 at 7:16 pm

        I’m like a solar panel soaking it up!

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    • Nancyleandros says:
      27 June 2019 at 9:48 pm

      Thank you for posting that layering idea! I’ve made a note of it. ?

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      • lillyjo says:
        27 June 2019 at 10:14 pm

        Awesome!, it worked well. I think it helped the OS with longevity.

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  28. lucasai says:
    27 June 2019 at 3:12 pm

    SotD is VC&A Bois d’Iris.

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    • madtowngirl says:
      27 June 2019 at 3:19 pm

      You smell so, SO good!

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  29. jepster says:
    27 June 2019 at 3:38 pm

    no SOTD yet, waiting for an acupuncture appointment. Scored samples at Nord’s of three Chanel Eaux-so far Paris-Vence is winning my heart.

    Just two weeks from today I fly to London to begin my summer travel adventure…must determine the short list (4-5) frags that will make the journey with me.

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    • lillyjo says:
      27 June 2019 at 7:17 pm

      I always wanted to try acupuncture.

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  30. LizzieB says:
    27 June 2019 at 3:43 pm

    A L’Occitane Orange Blossom floral water with California Rêverie layered over.

    I’m laughing – this is what you get for being conscientious. California sent me a jury notice. To my address in NYC. I sent back a copy of my lease and the notice, showing the NYC address. They just sent a postcard denying my request for excuse. I can’t do anything about it. Not flying out there for jury duty….

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    • cazaubon says:
      27 June 2019 at 6:34 pm

      If I recall correctly, on the back of the form you can check off the box for « I no longer live in xxx county » to be taken off their mailing list. I did that and they haven’t bothered me since.

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  31. Deva says:
    27 June 2019 at 4:33 pm

    Very late to the party, but I went commando anyway, except for deodorant. Because bears?

    Thought of all you tea lovers today when I took the Lac Agnes Teahouse Trail. Not a great distance but it was all uphill to the teahouse. Approx 1300ft elevation gain. And when I got to the top, did I order tea? No, I got a frothy hot chocolate and an apple crisp to maintain my fluffy frame. Here’s a pic for those interested in coming here. Highly recommend the trail, but honestly, I almost turned back a thousand times.

    https://www.instagram.com/p/BzOf0mqBZd3/?igshid=1tsoz2vefa85y

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    • perfumelover67 says:
      27 June 2019 at 5:14 pm

      OMG! What a view!!!!

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    • madtowngirl says:
      27 June 2019 at 5:49 pm

      Ah-mazing!! I’m no bear expert, but when my daughter spent two weeks in the Quetico canoeing and camping, she wasn’t allowed to pack even deodorant or shampoo.?Just toothpaste.

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    • cazaubon says:
      27 June 2019 at 6:35 pm

      Nice view!

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    • Robin says:
      27 June 2019 at 10:51 pm

      Oh how lovely! That does call for hot chocolate.

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  32. hajusuuri says:
    27 June 2019 at 5:10 pm

    SOTD = Diptyque Volutes EDT

    Sweet incensy iris tobacco. Very nice!

    I have a freebie – a pack of 6 new Chanel manufactures samples (2 Les Exclusifs EDP, 2 Les Eaux, 2 mainstream Chanels) in a Chanel drawstring pouch (not sure if they all will fit inside the pouch but you will get all 7 items.

    Qualifications – you must meet all 4:
    1. In June 2019 prior to today, you had commented on at least one of my posts or I had commented on at least one of your posts

    2. You generally don’t have easy / convenient access to sniffing these (esp. the Les Exclusifs and the Les Eaux). I can’t be strict about this so use your own judgment to see if you qualify. If I were to use a metric for this, your nearest place to sample these are more than 30 minutes away from home or work or school.

    3. You live in the U.S.

    4. You leave a comment here along the lines of you think you qualify. Please do not email me.

    I will use random.org to select the winner. The usual disclaimers apply – if the package gets lost or damaged, it will not be replaced (or I may, but not with the exact items and not all Chanel).

    Also, I am the final judge of who qualifies – please do not ask Robin to referee.

    Good luck NST regulars!

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    • hajusuuri says:
      27 June 2019 at 5:26 pm

      Ah, the deadline! Sunday, 6/30 @ 5PM Eastern.

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    • neyronrose says:
      27 June 2019 at 7:22 pm

      1.) Yes, recently.

      2.) Borderline on this — King of Prussia is ~30 minutes away, but getting around the streets/parking lots/structures was *not* easy. You decide. I’m sure I have more access to being able to sniff perfumes than other folks here.

      3.) Yes, live in the U.S.

      4.) Yes.

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      • hajusuuri says:
        27 June 2019 at 10:15 pm

        You were one of the ones whom I thought would qualify! I estimate 4 or 5 May but who knows?

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  33. skalolazka says:
    27 June 2019 at 5:24 pm

    Also late to the party! Spent the morning in EL Tuberose Gardenia — bought a small FB a couple years ago and did not love it, but it has grown on me. After lunch/shower, switched to Cristalle Eau Verte, four solid sprays, my staple for HOT weather when I want to smell like someone who Must be Taken Seriously (I had an important work thing).

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    • Robin says:
      27 June 2019 at 10:52 pm

      I always forget to wear EL TG!

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      • skalolazka says:
        28 June 2019 at 6:45 am

        It isn’t one I reach for often, but this year I made sure to include it in my easily accessible seasonal rotation. I felt guilty every time I opened my storage bin and saw the shiny little box. Won’t repurchase, but at least I no longer feel that I should swap it.

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  34. Jiji says:
    27 June 2019 at 5:27 pm

    Very late…..its almost friday here haha.

    SotD is Rahele.

    We enjoyed somewhat cooler summer weather today. But this weekend temperatures will rise above 86 Fahrenheit / 30 celcius again.

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  35. Sapphire says:
    27 June 2019 at 6:25 pm

    SOTD is Carner Barcelona D600. Always feels just right. Trying to pick out new glasses frames. The old ones are fine, but when you wear the same thing every day, you want a change every couple of years. I want to get something more funky, but something I won’t get tired of or where all you see of me is my glasses. Also, DH has to approve. This is not easy.

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    • lillyjo says:
      27 June 2019 at 7:20 pm

      I just got new glasses earlier this year. Frames are a tough decision because you have to live with them for at least 2 years before they let you get new ones.

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  36. cazaubon says:
    27 June 2019 at 6:38 pm

    Started off in Arte Profumi Sucre Noir but then went out sniffing, so I have about six different things on.

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    • lillyjo says:
      27 June 2019 at 7:21 pm

      Ha! I know that smell well. What did you try today?

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      • cazaubon says:
        27 June 2019 at 8:01 pm

        I tried the new Mugler exclusive Naughty Fruity, Aura edt and eau sensuelle, the new Angel edt, AdP Magnolia Nobile edp, VCA Neroli Amara, SL La Réligieuse, TF Jasmin Rouge, plus resniffed a bunch of older Lutens to see how they’ve fared from reformulation. Nothing to really be excited about, although I was sad to discover Alien Essence Absolue has been discontinued, that was a good one.

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    • Nancyleandros says:
      27 June 2019 at 9:42 pm

      Oh, that’s always fun. I also love the smell of my purse when I dig out all the sample sniffy cards. ?

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  37. Calypso says:
    27 June 2019 at 6:47 pm

    Commenting late today. I’m in L’Artisan Premier Figuier Extreme. Someone wore it the other day and that reminded me to dig it out. Beautiful and nice in hot weather. My brother and his wife are coming for a few days, and I’m looking forward to their visit.

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    • Robin says:
      27 June 2019 at 10:53 pm

      Oh fun, have a good time with your brother!

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  38. scentfromabove says:
    27 June 2019 at 7:18 pm

    Happy Orange Blossom Day to all my NST friends!
    My SOTD was Angel Eau Croisiere by Mugler. I guess I truly am a fan of fruity fragrances. This scent is fantastic for summer. The blend of mango, grapefruit, and blackcurrant sorbet is perfect for the season.
    I was completely surprised and blown away by this one since I’m not a fan of the cult favorite of Angel. I think this could possibly be FB worthy for me. Anyone try this one? Would love to hear your thoughts.

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    • lillyjo says:
      27 June 2019 at 7:25 pm

      I’ve tried it a few times. I think it’s really fun and great for the summer. On me, there was just a hint of original Angel, more fruit than sugar.
      Gorgeous bottle. I’m tempted to get it myself.

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      • scentfromabove says:
        28 June 2019 at 1:16 am

        The bottle is great, isn’t it?

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  39. neyronrose says:
    27 June 2019 at 7:27 pm

    Today was a couple of dabs from a sample of Bois Farine. I was trying to decide if I thought it smelled like bread. I thought, “Maybe, if I use my imagination a lot.” I like the scent. It’s kind of on the weird side for me, but I find it a pleasant weird.

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    • Nancyleandros says:
      27 June 2019 at 9:45 pm

      You smell great! I treasure my bottle of Bois Farine, a swap from a very kind NSTer.

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      • neyronrose says:
        28 June 2019 at 1:02 am

        Thank you! :) I’ll try the sample a couple more times and see if I want to get something larger. I still have things to confess to Donatella in early July. Quite a number of things. lol

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    • neyronrose says:
      28 June 2019 at 12:51 am

      Later, after my shower, I went with the Seville a l’Aube that others mentioned above. *Big* rush of orange, but a very, very nice orange. :) Have a good evening, folks! :)

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  40. Jalapeno says:
    27 June 2019 at 7:40 pm

    Posting late today! I had a lunchtime vet appointment for one of the other cats today. It was time for Pixel kitty to get a couple of shots. Other than getting carsick on the trip there, and the trip back, she is just fine.

    SOTD = a bit of Silences EdP, from the sample stash. Another dry green sounded like a good idea for hot and humid weather.

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    • Nancyleandros says:
      27 June 2019 at 9:46 pm

      I hope you and Pixel kitty are able to relax a little this evening. ?

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  41. Gail says:
    27 June 2019 at 9:08 pm

    My SOTE is Jolie Madam. Long crazy week, thankfully it’s my Friday, and it’s also a long weekend here!

    No real plans, just hoping for lots of sun and relaxation.

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    • lillyjo says:
      27 June 2019 at 10:12 pm

      The best kind of plans, imo. ?

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  42. Nancyleandros says:
    27 June 2019 at 9:53 pm

    I’m in ELDO Remarkable People, from the discovery kit. I think I’ve tried this before….really liked it then, really like it now. Nice citrus with champagne notes. Very nice for hot weather.

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    • lillyjo says:
      27 June 2019 at 10:17 pm

      For some unknown reason, I had alot of trouble being able to smell Remarkable People. You make it sound really good.

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  43. neyronrose says:
    28 June 2019 at 1:36 am

    Before I forget, one of the samples I got with my Sephora order was Mr. Burberry EdT. Please let me know if you’d like me to send it to you, U.S. residents.

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