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Friday scent of the day 12/20

Posted by Robin on 20 December 2019 327 Comments

Happy De-stress Friday! Our community project for today: as we approach the holidays, wear something that keeps you tranquil and relaxed.

What fragrance did you pick? As always, do chime in with your scent of the day even if you’re not participating in the community project.

Since this project is a repeat from 2014, I went back to see what people wore then, and decided to copy BobH's pick, Dzongkha by L’Artisan.

Reminder: on 12/27 we're doing best of 2019...wear one of your favorite fragrance releases of 2019.

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 DSCF1707 [cropped] by Window Leong at flickr; some rights reserved.

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  1. thegoddessrena says:
    20 December 2019 at 9:37 am

    It’s always less stress to wear an old favorite that never disappoints so I’m in Sacrebleu, the perfect winter scent

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    • austenfan says:
      20 December 2019 at 10:45 am

      You smell beautiful and very restful!

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    • Robin says:
      20 December 2019 at 11:25 am

      Good point!

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    • mayfly says:
      20 December 2019 at 11:42 am

      One of my favourite winter perfumes, too, you smell beautiful!

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  2. Lovestosmellgood says:
    20 December 2019 at 9:49 am

    I am choosing 31 RC and keeping up with my Chanel week..

    31 RC makes me act more elegant, more poised, more relaxed, and its impossible to be in a bad mood and wafting in 31RC.

    I finished a book Engima Variations by Aciman, and I was very frustrated by his selfish protagonist, but I enjoyed his writing style and meeting him at the 92nd YMCA. I am now staring Demi Moore’s biography…and trying, unsuccessfully, to read one small article in Italian from the newspaper online…
    Ciao amici

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    • Jiji says:
      20 December 2019 at 10:31 am

      You smell elegant!

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      • Lovestosmellgood says:
        20 December 2019 at 10:43 am

        Why thank you

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    • madtowngirl says:
      20 December 2019 at 10:51 am

      I picture you as always elegant no matter what perfume you’re wearing ltsg.?

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      • Lovestosmellgood says:
        20 December 2019 at 11:01 am

        Awwww!
        I try to at least make an effort
        Having two small critics is always helpful ..”Mom! Put on a dress like me! Wear fancy shoes! ..”

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    • jepster says:
      20 December 2019 at 1:06 pm

      31 RC–oh, so elegant.

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    • floragal says:
      20 December 2019 at 10:21 pm

      Interesting how a perfume influences how we act. The power of scent.

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  3. SheriG says:
    20 December 2019 at 9:52 am

    I completely agree with thegoddessrena, and for that reason am in 24, Faubourg. Have a lovely Friday, everyone. 🙂

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    • Robin says:
      20 December 2019 at 11:34 am

      Perfect.

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    • perfumelover67 says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:42 pm

      Beautiful!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      20 December 2019 at 8:23 pm

      ??

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  4. Regina says:
    20 December 2019 at 10:01 am

    I’m wearing Voyage d’Hermes for a flight to New Jersey. Safe journey to all who travel and Merry Christmas to those who celebrate!

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    • Robin says:
      20 December 2019 at 11:34 am

      Have a good flight Regina!

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    • jepster says:
      20 December 2019 at 1:07 pm

      Welcome to New Jersey–it’s cold here, but sunny, and you smell good.

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    • Lovestosmellgood says:
      20 December 2019 at 1:31 pm

      Happy Holidays

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    • lillyjo says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:02 pm

      Have a safe and fun trip!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      20 December 2019 at 8:22 pm

      Waving hello!

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  5. perfumelover67 says:
    20 December 2019 at 10:12 am

    Aedes de Venustas Copal Azur (big thanks to Lillyjo). Gorgeous incense to keep me relaxed and focused on another awful, freezing day!

    Happy Friday, everyone!

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    • madtowngirl says:
      20 December 2019 at 10:53 am

      Stay warm! We are having warm-ish temps here, predicted close to 50 on Sunday which is darn right balmy for this time of the year.?

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      • perfumelover67 says:
        20 December 2019 at 10:57 am

        Thank you! It is supposed to be 50 on Sunday here also. Waiting anxiously for it! ??

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        • madtowngirl says:
          20 December 2019 at 11:13 am

          Me too! Plus the days start getting longer this weekend, which means summer is just around the corner!???

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          • perfumelover67 says:
            20 December 2019 at 11:15 am

            Yay!!!!?

          • lillyjo says:
            20 December 2019 at 11:26 am

            I see I’ve taught you well, young Jedi ?????

    • lillyjo says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:04 pm

      Happy Friday! Hope it goes by fast.

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      • perfumelover67 says:
        20 December 2019 at 2:29 pm

        Thank you, Lillyjo! Hope your Friday also goes fine and fast and you can finally have some well deserved sleep.

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    • cazaubon says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:17 pm

      You smell wonderful, love that one.

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      • perfumelover67 says:
        20 December 2019 at 2:27 pm

        Thank you! ?

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    • Jalapeno says:
      20 December 2019 at 8:21 pm

      I was able to smell copal tears at a Renaissance faire one year. They were potent!

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  6. PriscillaE says:
    20 December 2019 at 10:17 am

    I’m wearing L`Air du Desert Marocain. I don’t know if it qualifies as de-stressful. I came so close to wearing Dzongkha.

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    • madtowngirl says:
      20 December 2019 at 10:49 am

      I thought about that one for today, you smell great!

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    • Lisa D says:
      20 December 2019 at 11:40 am

      An excellent choice. I will follow you.

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    • SmokeyToes says:
      20 December 2019 at 12:31 pm

      I adore LLDM, such a beautiful scent. When I ordered from Andy Tauer last holiday season, he included a spritz of LLDM on a card, my apartment smelled delicious for weeks.
      I ordered Femme de Henry Jacques from Harrods and already it’s hung up in customs, regretting I didn’t order from Andy this year.

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      • cazaubon says:
        20 December 2019 at 2:18 pm

        I ordered Au Coeur du Désert and Les Années 25 BIS, both of which are making me very happy. I hope your Femme arrives soon!

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        • Lisa D says:
          20 December 2019 at 2:34 pm

          cazaubon, I’ve been wondering about the Au Coeur de Désert – do you like it better than LADDM?

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          • cazaubon says:
            20 December 2019 at 3:20 pm

            They are different, ACDD seems drier and less resinous, but I love them both.

    • cazaubon says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:19 pm

      I find Andy’s scents very calming. Nice choice!

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  7. Jiji says:
    20 December 2019 at 10:19 am

    Yaaaay friday ?

    I am feeling relaxed wearing Monocle scent One: Hinoki, by Comme des garçons

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    • Robin says:
      20 December 2019 at 11:34 am

      And that is what I wore in 2014!

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    • cazaubon says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:19 pm

      Love that one.

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  8. austenfan says:
    20 December 2019 at 10:46 am

    Feeling utterly de-stressed in Caron L’Impacte de Pour un Homme and vintage Pour un Homme eau de toilette.

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    • chocolatemarzipan8 says:
      20 December 2019 at 10:51 am

      Love Pour Un Gimme!!! Going to have to spray that on Mr Marzipan tonight ?

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      • austenfan says:
        20 December 2019 at 11:45 am

        I might actually write Pour un Gimme on one of my Pour un Homme bottles. It reminds me of the Abba song.

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        • chocolatemarzipan8 says:
          20 December 2019 at 5:17 pm

          Love this!!!

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    • ringthing says:
      20 December 2019 at 10:55 am

      I feel more relaxed just reading the words Pour un Homme, it’s a great choice for the CP.

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      • Robin says:
        20 December 2019 at 11:35 am

        2nd that.

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  9. madtowngirl says:
    20 December 2019 at 10:47 am

    I’m in Dune today, not sure if this works for the cp or not??
    My daughter and I are heading out to get our nails done this morning. Then I’m sure we’ll hit Sephora and maybe Ulta, then lunch. A real ladies day. I have all my Christmas shopping done, so hopefully the crowds won’t stress me out too much.

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    • ringthing says:
      20 December 2019 at 10:53 am

      Your day sounds with your daughter sounds lovely, and Dune is beautiful. Have fun 🙂

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      • madtowngirl says:
        20 December 2019 at 5:57 pm

        Thanks!

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    • perfumelover67 says:
      20 December 2019 at 10:59 am

      Enjoy the real ladies day! Sounds great!

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      • madtowngirl says:
        20 December 2019 at 5:58 pm

        Ladies days are my favorite!?Thanks!

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    • LizzieB says:
      20 December 2019 at 11:15 am

      What a fun day. Crowds bother me less when I don’t have an agenda. You can relax and observe… and a new lipstick always uplifts….??

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      • madtowngirl says:
        20 December 2019 at 6:00 pm

        Same for me. When I actually need a last minute gift I get overwhelmed by the frenzied shoppers and my brain shuts down.

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        • SmokeyToes says:
          21 December 2019 at 10:10 am

          Me too. I get totally frazzled by crowds at this time of year. I hit the parks in town (Sutro Park and Golden Gate Park), those seem to calm me down.

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    • lillyjo says:
      20 December 2019 at 11:29 am

      Have a great day! Dune totally works! I might copy you for work tonight.

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      • madtowngirl says:
        20 December 2019 at 6:00 pm

        Thanks! I hope you do, you will be smelling great!?

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    • Lovestosmellgood says:
      20 December 2019 at 1:30 pm

      Dune gets you points in my book

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      • madtowngirl says:
        20 December 2019 at 6:01 pm

        It is a good one!?

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    • Jalapeno says:
      20 December 2019 at 8:19 pm

      If Dune makes you feel calm and centered, it fits!

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    • Gail says:
      20 December 2019 at 10:22 pm

      What a great day!

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  10. chocolatemarzipan8 says:
    20 December 2019 at 10:50 am

    Wrappings!!!!
    Body lotion and fragrance!!!
    Love it.
    Christmas present from a dear friend.

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    • JadainGA says:
      20 December 2019 at 10:58 am

      You smell glorious, if you didn’t already know it! 🙂

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      • chocolatemarzipan8 says:
        20 December 2019 at 11:31 am

        And it’s extra special because it came from a beautiful person who I am blessed to call a friend. ???

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    • cazaubon says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:20 pm

      Wrapped in a hug from a friend, the best feeling. 🙂

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      • chocolatemarzipan8 says:
        20 December 2019 at 5:17 pm

        Exactly ???

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    • Jalapeno says:
      20 December 2019 at 8:18 pm

      An excellent two-fer today!

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      • chocolatemarzipan8 says:
        21 December 2019 at 2:18 am

        ???

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    • Old Herbaceous says:
      21 December 2019 at 8:39 am

      Ooh, Wrappings! I need to dig mine out! Thanks for the reminder!

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  11. ringthing says:
    20 December 2019 at 10:51 am

    I’m also emulating thegoddessrena in Memoirs of a Trespasser today, I was craving it. Now showing: I’ve already watched It Happened on 5th Avenue which is very charming. In keeping with that theme I’ve started an old favorite, The Shop Around the Corner. Happy Friday everyone!

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    • springpansy says:
      20 December 2019 at 11:05 am

      Those both sound fun, thanks for the movie recs. And you smell wonderful!

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    • LizzieB says:
      20 December 2019 at 11:16 am

      Shop Around the Corner is one of my husband’s favorites. The other sounds familiar…will check it out. I’m sure I’ve seen it.

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    • jepster says:
      20 December 2019 at 1:09 pm

      Excellent movie selection….so romantic.

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  12. Dawn says:
    20 December 2019 at 10:57 am

    I forgot we had someone coming over today to fix our internet. He fixed part of the problem but the router is the second part of the problem. So we are getting a new router. Wearing vintage Miss Dior today. Just the tiniest little bit due to work.

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    • LizzieB says:
      20 December 2019 at 11:17 am

      I found out from our provider that routers do need to be upgraded now and then. We had problems too sometime back, and a new router fixed it.

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      • hajusuuri says:
        20 December 2019 at 8:01 pm

        Shhhh, I still have the original Apple Airporter. Earlier this year at Best Buy, I innocently asked if there’s a new model and the guy said it had been discontinued years ago ?

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  13. JadainGA says:
    20 December 2019 at 11:01 am

    Good morning, Happy FriYAY, and happy “only 5 days left until Christmas”. This gal is exhausted and ready for 2020 to roll in! I enjoy Christmas as much as anyone, but it’s a lot of added activities to add to the already busy life! 🙂

    Destressing in Chanel No 5 EdT…..

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    • Lovestosmellgood says:
      20 December 2019 at 1:29 pm

      House twins..
      How is the EdT?

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      • JadainGA says:
        20 December 2019 at 1:47 pm

        I’m 6 hours in and still cozy and destressing! Wonderful stuff!

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  14. springpansy says:
    20 December 2019 at 11:01 am

    I’m in a drop of Theorema. I thought we might be twins, Robin, but not today! Happy Friday, all!

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    • Robin says:
      20 December 2019 at 11:36 am

      I will be in Theorema for sure over the next few days though!

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    • SmokeyToes says:
      20 December 2019 at 1:01 pm

      I forget how Theorema and Esprit de Theorema are different. I have the latter and adore it…. Anyhoo, you smell delicious!

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  15. SarahN says:
    20 December 2019 at 11:13 am

    Funny, I was wearing Dzongkha all week, but for some reason went with Eau de Soir today… which is not tranquil! This chypre is making me feel like I should be more productive.

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    • Robin says:
      20 December 2019 at 11:37 am

      Maybe you were too relaxed all week and now you have to get it all done 😉

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      • SarahN says:
        20 December 2019 at 3:04 pm

        Yes, I’m a last-minute Louie when it comes to Christmas!

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    • Petunia says:
      20 December 2019 at 1:59 pm

      I love Eau de Soir even though Luca Turin said it was horrible. I don’t remember which adjective he used to describe it but he was not a fan. ?

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      • SarahN says:
        20 December 2019 at 3:06 pm

        Aww, I like it! It’s going to have to be the substitute for my beloved Balmain Ivoire once I can no longer find old bottles on ebay!

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      • Nancyleandros says:
        20 December 2019 at 7:39 pm

        He must have been having a bad nose day. Eau de Soir is lovely.

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  16. Nancyleandros says:
    20 December 2019 at 11:14 am

    I’m in possibly two too many sprays of Andy Tauer When We Cuddle. It’s a little more potent than I remember.

    I’ve been up since 6am making chili and granola bars. I still have fruit salad to make for tomorrow. I’ll make lemon bars and pumpkin pie in the morning. I learned a long time ago from my mama to prepare as much food as possible in advance! ?

    I hope everyone has a wonderful Friday. Stay safe and warm, peeps!

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    • chocolatemarzipan8 says:
      20 December 2019 at 11:32 am

      Cuddle is very potent on me too!
      You smell fantastic ?

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      • Nancyleandros says:
        20 December 2019 at 7:42 pm

        Thank you cm8!

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    • Calypso says:
      20 December 2019 at 12:40 pm

      Wow, your cooking sounds very ambitious! (And delicious!)
      I’ll probably make cookies on Sunday sometime. And that’s about it for me!

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      • Nancyleandros says:
        20 December 2019 at 7:44 pm

        I’m being smart and only preparing the menu items that I’ve made umpteen times before. Trying to keep the stress level to a minimum!

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    • Lovestosmellgood says:
      20 December 2019 at 1:29 pm

      “I’m in possibly two too many sprays”…I don’t understand this concept 😉

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      • Nancyleandros says:
        20 December 2019 at 7:45 pm

        Lol, I know, right? You smell wonderful in 31 Rue. ❤️

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    • cazaubon says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:22 pm

      You know I wore that yesterday, and resprayed three times during the day because I was so good. 🙂 Good luck in the kitchen!

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      • Nancyleandros says:
        20 December 2019 at 7:47 pm

        Thanks cazaubon! I’m all done for the day. Sitting with a cup of tea now. ☕️

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    • Jalapeno says:
      20 December 2019 at 8:16 pm

      Oh that chili sounds wonderful! It’s the perfect time of year for a batch. ?

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  17. Deva says:
    20 December 2019 at 11:15 am

    Ummagumma today. Still locked in a classroom with other people and I’m sure they are loving my aromatic addition to their day! ?

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    • Petunia says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:01 pm

      I’d sit near you happily.

      Your orientations always seem loooong. They must really overload you with info…

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      • Deva says:
        20 December 2019 at 3:41 pm

        Learning a whole new computer program at the speed of light! ??

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    • cazaubon says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:23 pm

      I’d sit next to you. 🙂 Bon courage!

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      • Deva says:
        20 December 2019 at 3:42 pm

        One redeeming factor is the nice people I’m “stuck” with in the room! Could be much worse! ??

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  18. bluepinegrove says:
    20 December 2019 at 11:19 am

    Wearing my very last drop of Forest Walk. Sigh. I will be working my way through numerous teeny tiny vessels in the next few weeks. I’m already looking forward to unboxing the perfumes I packed up yesterday.

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    • ringthing says:
      20 December 2019 at 12:18 pm

      You smell wonderful. The DSH winter sale is on thru Jan 13th, 20%off with code starscent2. Just fyi 😉

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      • cazaubon says:
        20 December 2019 at 2:24 pm

        I am waiting until January when I have more money but I will be taking advantage!

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      • bluepinegrove says:
        20 December 2019 at 11:50 pm

        I already indulged but may do so again after I move!

        The Forest Walk lasted though the day, which tends to be unusual for me. I topped it off with Fille en Aigulles for the evening.

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  19. lillyjo says:
    20 December 2019 at 11:38 am

    I’m waiting for some guy to show up and re evaluate my son for ABA services. I’m wearing Mad Madame because he better not mess with me. Lol. I think I might go with Dune tonight for work. I get out at 1 a.m.. at which time I will have been awake for 21 hours. This guy is interrupting any nap time! Looks like most of us are having good weather this weekend, Enjoy!

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    • Aurora says:
      20 December 2019 at 11:55 am

      Hoping everything will go smoothly and that you don’t have to get mad 🙂

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      • lillyjo says:
        20 December 2019 at 2:07 pm

        It went in my favor, yay!

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        • cazaubon says:
          20 December 2019 at 2:29 pm

          Glad things went well. Hope your long day is not too stressful!

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        • chocolatemarzipan8 says:
          20 December 2019 at 5:22 pm

          Yay!!! Good news.

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        • Old Herbaceous says:
          21 December 2019 at 8:35 am

          Hurray!

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      • Robin says:
        20 December 2019 at 5:04 pm

        I got mad just reading lillyjo’s first sentence. Will have to go spray some more Dzongkha.

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        • lillyjo says:
          20 December 2019 at 6:45 pm

          You would be more mad, if I told the long story of why this even came about! Ridiculous!

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    • Kanuka says:
      20 December 2019 at 12:48 pm

      What a long chore of a day. I hope everything goes smoothly and you get a sleep in tomorrow.

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      • lillyjo says:
        20 December 2019 at 2:08 pm

        Thanks, but no sleep for me this weekend. I go back in at 8 a.m. tomorrow.

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        • Gail says:
          20 December 2019 at 8:54 pm

          Wow, that’s crazy. Is that legal? Just wondering..

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          • lillyjo says:
            20 December 2019 at 11:29 pm

            No, I don’t think so. But it’s done all the time.

    • SmokeyToes says:
      20 December 2019 at 1:00 pm

      Ahhh, Dune is always perfect – it’s so comforting. 🙂

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      • lillyjo says:
        20 December 2019 at 2:09 pm

        I tend to overlook it, because it’s a mini. Thanks to Madtowngirl for reminding me!

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        • madtowngirl says:
          20 December 2019 at 5:56 pm

          ???

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    • Petunia says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:03 pm

      That is a long day. I hope the cold air revives you for your drive home.

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      • lillyjo says:
        20 December 2019 at 2:10 pm

        The good thing is not much traffic at that time!

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    • Amyitis says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:04 pm

      Good luck with your day!

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      • lillyjo says:
        20 December 2019 at 2:10 pm

        Thank you!

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    • madtowngirl says:
      20 December 2019 at 5:57 pm

      1 am!?? Hope you get to sleep late tomorrow!!

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      • lillyjo says:
        20 December 2019 at 8:59 pm

        Yep, it’s so stupid. It probably costs them more to keep the lights on, then anything we will sell that late.

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    • hajusuuri says:
      20 December 2019 at 7:56 pm

      You can do it, lillyjo!

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      • lillyjo says:
        20 December 2019 at 8:58 pm

        Thanks for the encouragement!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      20 December 2019 at 8:14 pm

      Good news about that meeting! NOT good news about your work schedule. This YouTube link seems appropriate:

      https://youtu.be/07Y0cy-nvAg

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      • lillyjo says:
        20 December 2019 at 8:55 pm

        Haha! ??

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  20. AnnieA says:
    20 December 2019 at 11:59 am

    Wearing some AP Mimosa pour moi from a freebiemeet. It makes me feel relaxed and tranquil that there such kind people in the perfume community.

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    • Robin says:
      20 December 2019 at 5:04 pm

      Oh, nice way of approaching the project 🙂

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    • Jalapeno says:
      20 December 2019 at 8:12 pm

      ?

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  21. Aurora says:
    20 December 2019 at 11:59 am

    Keeping stress at bay in Annick Goutal Encens Flamboyant, I’m sure there will be other incenses showing today.

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    • austenfan says:
      20 December 2019 at 12:01 pm

      A real beauty!

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      • Aurora says:
        20 December 2019 at 1:22 pm

        It’s not a typical Annick Goutal but I think it’s my favorite.

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    • SmokeyToes says:
      20 December 2019 at 12:59 pm

      I almost wore that one today…..

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      • Aurora says:
        20 December 2019 at 1:22 pm

        Then we’re almost twins 🙂

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    • lillyjo says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:14 pm

      I hope it works to keep the stress away!

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      • Aurora says:
        20 December 2019 at 2:34 pm

        Thanks Lillyjo, today was a great day.

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    • cazaubon says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:29 pm

      I just love EF, you smell gorgeous.

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      • Aurora says:
        20 December 2019 at 2:35 pm

        Thank you Cazaubon, it always reminds me of a provencal church.

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    • Jalapeno says:
      20 December 2019 at 8:11 pm

      Encens Flamboyant and Ambre Fetiche were the first two perfumes by AG that I added to my collection. Nuit Etoilee EdT came later.

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      • Aurora says:
        21 December 2019 at 4:12 am

        Excellent choice, that orientalist quatuor I think with also Myrrh Ardente and Musc Nomade was really good, of those only MA has been discontinued, I liked it quite a bit less than EF.

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  22. Oakland Fresca says:
    20 December 2019 at 11:59 am

    Tranquil in Esprit d’Oscar. Steady line-up of fun in the next couple of days. This evening we are going to a Christmas concert with Anne Sophie von Otter, and tomorrow night my older son is coming home from college for the holidays. I haven’t laid eyes on him since August! And our little orange tabby has turned a corner. I got home at 2 AM on Wed, after hours at the emergency vet. He had a fever and was listless. But with a few doses of antibiotics pumping through him, he is returning to his old annoying self, much to everyone’s relief.

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    • Aurora says:
      20 December 2019 at 12:00 pm

      So glad about your cat making a recovery.

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    • LizzieB says:
      20 December 2019 at 12:11 pm

      Yay for the cat! And that concert will be fabulous I’m sure. Such a voice.

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    • foxbins says:
      20 December 2019 at 12:27 pm

      I’m so happy your kitty is back to being his usual self! No matter how annoying. We love them anyway, don’t we?

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      • cazaubon says:
        20 December 2019 at 2:30 pm

        How is Bertie Wooster, speaking of cats?

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    • Kanuka says:
      20 December 2019 at 12:38 pm

      It must be wonderful to see your son again, hurray. And good about your cat. I hope all your drafts are finished, too.

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    • SmokeyToes says:
      20 December 2019 at 12:59 pm

      Oh, glad to hear the orange tabby has improved! That’s great news! 😀

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    • Amyitis says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:08 pm

      Enjoy your concert! I hope you’re not too tired. When my kids were small, I once slept through a whole concert of Angela Hewitt, a pianist I greatly admire, playing Bach. My husband was NOT impressed, as my head kept jerking up VERY tellingly.

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    • lillyjo says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:16 pm

      I’m excited for you to see your son! Hope he will be able to stay through the break. Also good news about your cat!

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    • Laila says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:31 pm

      Wonderful news twice – Yay for the cat and yay for the son’s return home!

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    • cazaubon says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:31 pm

      Glad to hear your kitty is better, sounds like a lineup of nice things coming your way, enjoy!

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    • chocolatemarzipan8 says:
      20 December 2019 at 5:25 pm

      Good news all around!
      Hope you enjoy your time with your son!!

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    • Gail says:
      20 December 2019 at 7:51 pm

      Glad that your kitty is back to his usual self, and enjoy your upcoming visit with your son!

      You are smelling great in Oscar! Thanks for the judge; I should bring out my giant bottle?

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      • Gail says:
        20 December 2019 at 8:56 pm

        Ack, stupid autocorrect..thanks for the nudge!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      20 December 2019 at 8:08 pm

      Awesome news about your kitty and your older son!

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  23. Aurora says:
    20 December 2019 at 12:01 pm

    I must have clicked twice, sorry about this Robin.

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    • austenfan says:
      20 December 2019 at 1:31 pm

      It is all CM8’s fault 🙂

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      • lillyjo says:
        20 December 2019 at 2:16 pm

        You beat me to it??

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      • Aurora says:
        20 December 2019 at 2:37 pm

        That’s right, it’s contagious.

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      • chocolatemarzipan8 says:
        20 December 2019 at 5:25 pm

        LOL ? ?

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    • Robin says:
      20 December 2019 at 5:06 pm

      It did not disturb my relaxed and tranquil attitude ☮️

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  24. tannina says:
    20 December 2019 at 12:03 pm

    Wearing Fils de Dieu as a no-brainer scent, so this is destressing. Felt tired today, so it also kept my tiredness tolerable.
    No some diner cooked by the boyfriend and i am ready for my holidays?

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    • Amyitis says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:10 pm

      Thanks for your feedback on Alaia. You confirmed my reasons for not buying it blindly.

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    • cazaubon says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:32 pm

      I love it when someone else cooks for me. 🙂

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  25. MMKinPA says:
    20 December 2019 at 12:07 pm

    I’m finally on holiday break from my preschool so I’m wearing things I can’t wear to school (too big, loud or too much when I get heated up). Today’s choice is Tauerville Tuberose Flash. I don’t think this got much love but for some reason it works on my skin as a bubblegum type tuberose.

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    • SmokeyToes says:
      20 December 2019 at 12:58 pm

      LLol, I’m there with ya, I work at University and try to be careful and save the big brassy perfumes for the off-time!

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    • cazaubon says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:33 pm

      I really enjoy Tuberose Flash, but usually wear it in late spring. It is an underappreciated fun scent.

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    • Jalapeno says:
      20 December 2019 at 8:07 pm

      I’ve recently discovered bubblegum type tuberoses. I’m looking forward to trying them in summer and seeing how I feel about them in that kind of weather.

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    • tiffanie says:
      20 December 2019 at 8:12 pm

      mmmm, tuberose! I have a sample of TF I must revisit. You smell fab 😀

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  26. LizzieB says:
    20 December 2019 at 12:10 pm

    Less need to de-stress today, since my interview was postponed. And I’m still basking in the afterglow of seeing The Messiah at Carnegie Hall. It is our annual treat with dinner before. (And I always feel special in Cuir de Lancôme.)

    And…small delights and satisfactions. After a few days of checking it out, our cat has accepted her cat cave and is happily curling up inside. My husband put it on our bed during the day, and she got up the courage to go in. It was on the couch last night, and he saw her in it when he got up briefly. Success!

    I’m going with Orchidée Vanille as my gorgeous comfort scent. I may top it off later with Geisha Vanilla Hinoki (thanks again, ElisaP).

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    • Robin says:
      20 December 2019 at 5:07 pm

      Oh, one year I will have to go see The Messiah at Carnegie Hall, I bet that is wonderful.

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    • madtowngirl says:
      20 December 2019 at 5:51 pm

      Orchidee Vanille really is gorgeous. I have small decant thanks to a generous NSTer, I need to wear that soon.

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  27. Elisa P says:
    20 December 2019 at 12:12 pm

    Well, my day started off on the wrong note:
    1) I started my trek to my office very early only to discover my ATM card was missing when I went to refill my Metro Card. I used my credit card, called the customer service line to cancel the atm, not realizing that that was the credit services only. So now both my ATM and credit card are cancelled ?
    2) I had to wait for 2 trains to get in one and it was packed tight and a fight broke out which delayed us even longer.
    But, the nutella-gingerbread cookies were a hit at my dept breakfast, so that was nice ?.
    My SOTD is PM Ylang Nosy Be. Either it helped me not freak out or I’m just too tired anyway to react.
    TGIF!

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    • foxbins says:
      20 December 2019 at 12:28 pm

      So sorry about the crummy start to your day!

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      • Elisa P says:
        20 December 2019 at 5:26 pm

        Thank you, it was jolting for sure!

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    • Kanuka says:
      20 December 2019 at 12:33 pm

      I hope the rest of your day improves. If only you could teleport to work

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      • Elisa P says:
        20 December 2019 at 5:27 pm

        The rest of the day was uneventful, and I wish I could too!

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    • perfumelover67 says:
      20 December 2019 at 12:49 pm

      Oh boy! Hope the rest of your day gets better!

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      • Elisa P says:
        20 December 2019 at 5:28 pm

        Thanks! I hope you weren’t too freezing today!

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        • perfumelover67 says:
          20 December 2019 at 5:35 pm

          It was “summer” compared to yesterday! ?

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    • SmokeyToes says:
      20 December 2019 at 1:07 pm

      Nutella-gingerbread cookies? When can I come over?? 😉

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      • Elisa P says:
        20 December 2019 at 5:30 pm

        Any time ?They are really good. I made them a few weeks ago for a party for the first time and this round turned out even better.

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        • SmokeyToes says:
          20 December 2019 at 8:28 pm

          There’s a Nutella/Chocolate brownie cookie recipe on Food52, it is the ultimate cookie/fudge fix for those difficult days when things just seem overwhelming. It’s chocolate/fudge/hazelnut, chewey goodness.

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    • austenfan says:
      20 December 2019 at 1:32 pm

      It can only get better now. It sounds like you have had a rough ride.

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      • Elisa P says:
        20 December 2019 at 5:31 pm

        It was literally a rough ride! Actually, the fight in the subway was more unnerving than the whole lost card thing.

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    • lillyjo says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:18 pm

      Ugh to the bad start, hope it turns into a great or uneventful weekend.

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      • Elisa P says:
        20 December 2019 at 5:31 pm

        Thanks, lj! Uneventful would be great, lol.

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    • cazaubon says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:35 pm

      Ack! Rough start indeed. Hopefully you got at least three of those cookies to console yourself.

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      • Elisa P says:
        20 December 2019 at 5:33 pm

        I had my share last night since I can’t really do sugar during the day.

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    • Robin says:
      20 December 2019 at 5:07 pm

      What a lot of annoyance! Sorry.

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      • Elisa P says:
        20 December 2019 at 5:36 pm

        Thanks Robin- although I was glad to hear that my last purchase was 2 days ago. I can’t believe I went 2 whole days without a purchase! ?

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    • chocolatemarzipan8 says:
      20 December 2019 at 5:26 pm

      Eek!
      Hope the evening is better ?

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      • Elisa P says:
        20 December 2019 at 5:37 pm

        Thanks cm8! I have some fun stuff tonight, so should be an improvement ?

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    • madtowngirl says:
      20 December 2019 at 5:49 pm

      Yikes, what a morning! At least your cookies were a hit.?

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    • Gail says:
      20 December 2019 at 7:54 pm

      Oh no, what a lousy start to the day! Your cookies sound fantastic though!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      20 December 2019 at 8:03 pm

      That was a super yucky start to your day for sure! Glad to hear that it did get better.

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  28. foxbins says:
    20 December 2019 at 12:24 pm

    I’m wearing Santal Exotique, from The Exotic Island Perfumer. Does anyone know how he is doing? I know hurricane Maria hit him badly.

    Off to see the last Star Wars movie this morning. I do not have great expectations but I feel the need to see the end of the story of the Empire vs Rebellion.

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    • thegoddessrena says:
      20 December 2019 at 1:16 pm

      Love Santal Exotique!

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    • perfumelover67 says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:25 pm

      His Orquidea Absoluta perfume is also amazing! I have been hoarding my decant for a couple of years already. I saw that nothing is available on his Etsy shop. He is the perfumer of Zoologist Dragonfly, which I truly love. I have enjoyed some of his creations greatly. I also hope he is doing fine.

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    • Jalapeno says:
      20 December 2019 at 8:02 pm

      Some friends of mine are going to see that movie today, too. I’ll pick their brains about it to see if I want to bother or not.

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  29. Kanuka says:
    20 December 2019 at 12:29 pm

    Today’s photo made me think of the Jardin de Monsieur Li which seems to fit the project though Jicky was my first idea, but then all perfume creates a sense of bliss. Still cold and wet here, hovering around 10 degrees which is not a good look for summer. The flipside is that being this far south we have long days of bad weather as sunset is around 9.30pm. Have a happy day everyone!

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    • SmokeyToes says:
      20 December 2019 at 12:57 pm

      Isn’t the photo beautiful?

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    • lillyjo says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:21 pm

      So, is tomorrow your longest day of the year? Starting official summer?

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    • cazaubon says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:37 pm

      10 degrees this close to the summer solstice is not good. Hope it warms up soon for you.

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    • Robin says:
      20 December 2019 at 5:09 pm

      And I had thought about doing Monsieur Li! Maybe that’s why I picked the photo.

      Hope it will warm up!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      20 December 2019 at 8:00 pm

      10 degrees for summer? Yech.

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  30. SmokeyToes says:
    20 December 2019 at 12:35 pm

    Wearing Lancome’s Magie Noire extrait for comfort. The hubby is headed to UCSF for a Trans Esophageal Echo (confirm diagnosis of Atrial Septal Defect).
    I asked a dear friend to drive us as I’m a bit distracted and best I not drive….

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    • Kanuka says:
      20 December 2019 at 12:53 pm

      Wishing you well, SmokeyToes. I hope your husband gets some good advice and treatment

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      • SmokeyToes says:
        20 December 2019 at 12:57 pm

        Thank you Kanuka!

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    • Lovestosmellgood says:
      20 December 2019 at 1:26 pm

      Speedy recovery!

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    • lillyjo says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:23 pm

      Hoping it all goes well for your husband. I’m glad you have a driver, you don’t need the added stress of fighting traffic.

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    • Laila says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:33 pm

      Fingers crossed all goes well today, sending positive thoughts and energy your way.

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    • cazaubon says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:38 pm

      Sending positive vibes for you and your husband!

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    • Aurora says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:40 pm

      Fingers crossed for your husband’s condition.

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    • Nightingale says:
      20 December 2019 at 3:54 pm

      I hope the appointment goes well and you get the answers you need to move forward.

      You smell glorious! I’m planning to wear Magie Noir to a holiday party this weekend!

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    • Robin says:
      20 December 2019 at 5:10 pm

      So glad you found someone else to drive! Good wishes to all of you.

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    • chocolatemarzipan8 says:
      20 December 2019 at 5:28 pm

      Good luck to your husband. Hope it all goes well ?

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    • Elisa P says:
      20 December 2019 at 5:39 pm

      I hope it went well! Fingers crossed they can do an easy repair.

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    • Jalapeno says:
      20 December 2019 at 7:59 pm

      Best wishes to you and your husband! And a big thumbs up to your friend for driving you both there.

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    • SmokeyToes says:
      20 December 2019 at 8:36 pm

      Thank you everyone for the kind well-wishes. The good news is Kevin is home and resting, they didn’t keep him overnight. The attending and fellow didn’t seem concerned post-procedure, so we’ll wait for scan interpretation, surgical report and get our marching orders from there.
      I ran into one of my radiology nurses who promised to look in on Kevin to see that things were ok.
      It seems at every turn, we have angels looking out for us. I’m in UCSF all the time, it’s different when it’s not me (for once) but my loved-one. I’m so thankful for nurses, they really are life savers.

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      • Gail says:
        20 December 2019 at 9:02 pm

        Yes for nurses! I haven’t had alot of surgeries thankfully but they’ve always gone above and beyond when I’ve been in the hospital.

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      • lillyjo says:
        20 December 2019 at 11:27 pm

        Glad to hear he got to come home!

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        • SmokeyToes says:
          21 December 2019 at 10:15 am

          Me too! When he was admitted overnight at UCSF in October, I didn’t sleep well. And SmokeyToes was wandering the apartment looking for him (and yowling). I’m sure our apartment neighbors weren’t amused….
          😯

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  31. therabbitsflower says:
    20 December 2019 at 12:35 pm

    Like some others, I chose a perfume I love and am very familiar with. Une Fleur de Cassie feels like a luxurious, warm hug.

    Happy Friday all!

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    • Robin says:
      20 December 2019 at 5:10 pm

      A luxurious, warm hug sounds like a great idea.

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  32. hajusuuri says:
    20 December 2019 at 12:47 pm

    SOTD = DSH Lautrec Heirloom Elixir No. 9

    I won the bottle via CaFleureBon, part of my recent “winning streak”. It’s powdery, boozy, resinous and vanillic – right up my perfume alley!

    https://www.instagram.com/p/B6TZRL4BoPU/?igshid=195vnkxdi6z55

    I will leave work early so I can stop by the Bryant Park holiday shoppes to see if I can find a few gifty things!

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    • lillyjo says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:27 pm

      May your winning streak continue and have fun shopping! This weekend can be busier than black friday, with last minute shoppers.

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      • hajusuuri says:
        20 December 2019 at 5:37 pm

        That’s what I’m afraid of. That said, I do need a haircut and may walk to the mall because I cannot deal with the crazy drivers.

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    • cazaubon says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:39 pm

      Hmm, that sounds lovely! Enjoy your shopping expedition.

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      • hajusuuri says:
        20 December 2019 at 5:36 pm

        The perfume is fabulous. Shopping, not so…I left with nada. I will have to get inspired somewhere local.

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    • Jalapeno says:
      20 December 2019 at 7:58 pm

      That’s a bummer about your shopping, or lack thereof. Not sure what I will come across tomorrow at a local mall. I’m hoping that the parking won’t suck.

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      • hajusuuri says:
        20 December 2019 at 8:18 pm

        I just made my haircut appointment for noon. The woman asked what time? I said noon. What time? Again, I said noon. What? I decided to cut my losses and said 12 because I think it may have been noisy in the background ??‍♀️

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        • Jalapeno says:
          20 December 2019 at 8:45 pm

          It’s unbelievable how noisy some salons are.

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  33. floragal says:
    20 December 2019 at 12:52 pm

    Hmm… yes, I would call Samsara, my SOTD, a destresser.
    Work holiday party tonight so I’m feeling some stress. Once I’m there I’ll be fine but it’s the anticipation that I could do without on a Friday.
    And just learned that the ladies get quite dressed up for this ?

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    • Lovestosmellgood says:
      20 December 2019 at 1:23 pm

      Samsara would be my other pick for the CP

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    • Nightingale says:
      20 December 2019 at 3:52 pm

      I have to admit I have a garage sale acquired bottle of Samsara but have given it little attention.

      I’m not a huge fan of getting “dressy” dressed up and like to fake it with slacks and a blouse. Hope you have fun!

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      • floragal says:
        20 December 2019 at 5:40 pm

        I’m wearing slacks and a dressy green blouse! I’ll add fancy earrings and red lips/nails to help take it up a notch 😉

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        • Nightingale says:
          20 December 2019 at 7:56 pm

          Perfect!

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    • Robin says:
      20 December 2019 at 5:11 pm

      Ha, I just got dressed for a work party…usually the only time of the year I put on a skirt in cold weather.

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      • floragal says:
        20 December 2019 at 5:40 pm

        Can’t deal with stockings/tights. I’m a pants gal.

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        • Robin says:
          22 December 2019 at 5:21 pm

          Very late getting back here, but I can’t deal with stockings anymore either! Boots 🙂

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          • floragal says:
            22 December 2019 at 5:34 pm

            Ha! Good thinking 😉

    • Jalapeno says:
      20 December 2019 at 7:55 pm

      Totally agree on both Samsara and dressy pants! Enjoy your holiday party.

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  34. jepster says:
    20 December 2019 at 1:13 pm

    Trying to de-stress without benefit of perfume–mammogram and doctor visit today. But, tonight is dinner out and something warm and toasty like Chergui or Winter Palace…… will smell good, later.

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    • Jalapeno says:
      20 December 2019 at 7:54 pm

      I hope that everything turned out well and that you are wafting a favorite perfume tonight.

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    • tiffanie says:
      20 December 2019 at 8:26 pm

      go, Jepster! I had my annual visit with the squeeze machine this morning. May you enjoy your dinner and perfume-of-choice in perfect happiness and good health. 😀

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  35. Desirae says:
    20 December 2019 at 1:24 pm

    I’m wearing Avon Rare Rubies which has a combo of cool citrus and warm spices that I find soothing.

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  36. Gaynor says:
    20 December 2019 at 1:52 pm

    At the start of two week break, I’m already de-stressed. I have a hair appointment this morning, it seems very nice to starting the summer holidays freshly trimmed. I’m thinking that Chyprissime seems suitably focused, but not overly assertive for a Saturday morning.

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    • cazaubon says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:40 pm

      Enjoy your fresh hair, it’s a great feeling.

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  37. stinker_kit says:
    20 December 2019 at 1:55 pm

    At the bookstore today! Bathed with Lush Sleepy shower gel and then applied Sleepy lotion and topped it all off with several generous squirts of Twilight. Lavender and Tonka preserve me!

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    • cazaubon says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:41 pm

      Yum! I love lavender & tonka. Fourreau Noir is my fave.

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    • Elisa P says:
      20 December 2019 at 5:42 pm

      I have the lotion- does the spray smell the ssme?

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      • stinker_kit says:
        21 December 2019 at 4:35 am

        Twilight is very similar but is a right proper perfume. It is stronger than Sleepy gel or lotion and lasts longer on skin.

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  38. Amyitis says:
    20 December 2019 at 2:16 pm

    Hermes Hiris for me today. Fleeting, so lots of top ups.

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    • Gail says:
      20 December 2019 at 8:00 pm

      You are smelling soooo good! I just got a vintage tester bottle of Hiris; maybe I will spray myself silly tomorrow with it!

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    • tiffanie says:
      20 December 2019 at 8:27 pm

      fabulous! you smell wonderful. 😀

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  39. annemarie says:
    20 December 2019 at 2:28 pm

    A heatwave and raging bushfires in eastern and southern Australia. This has been going on for weeks. I’m not close but my city is blanketed in smoke, again. New normal. Air quality is abysmal.

    After a shower I’ll be in Eau Sauvage. New bottle, early xmas present to myself. Haven’t owned ES in years. Still magnificent.

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    • Calypso says:
      20 December 2019 at 2:42 pm

      Those fires are so terrible and worrying for both people and wildlife. Good luck.

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      • annemarie says:
        20 December 2019 at 7:22 pm

        Thanks Calypso!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      20 December 2019 at 7:52 pm

      Ugh, that sounds terrible. I hope that the rains come back soon for you all. Or a break in temps.

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      • annemarie says:
        20 December 2019 at 11:04 pm

        Neither is likely except as temporary reprieves, unfortunately. And it’s only December. We still have months of the bushfire season ahead. But thanks.?

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    • Gail says:
      20 December 2019 at 8:05 pm

      I completely understand about raging forest fires! I’m so sorry this is going on right now and hope that it gets under control sooner than later.

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      • annemarie says:
        20 December 2019 at 11:05 pm

        Thanks Gail!

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    • tiffanie says:
      20 December 2019 at 8:27 pm

      magnificent is exactly the right word for ES. 😀

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      • annemarie says:
        20 December 2019 at 11:05 pm

        It certainly brings comfort on days like this. ?

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  40. Barqs says:
    20 December 2019 at 2:36 pm

    Chanel 1957

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    • madtowngirl says:
      20 December 2019 at 5:44 pm

      Lovely!

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  41. cazaubon says:
    20 December 2019 at 2:42 pm

    Chopard Wish, to get me in the holiday spirit. This is the scent I wear every December, along with my Nuit de Noel extrait.

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    • lillyjo says:
      20 December 2019 at 11:25 pm

      I’ve heard that smells like Angel? But it must not really, because don’t you hate Angel?

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      • cazaubon says:
        21 December 2019 at 10:38 am

        Good memory! Yes I do hate angel, this one is different enough (without the rotting melon note) so it works for me. 🙂

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  42. Laila says:
    20 December 2019 at 2:43 pm

    SOTD for today’s cp is Barbara Bui Le Parfum, one of my best cheap thrills/blind buys. A favorite of mine from December thru February, it’s soft, slightly-powdery amber/woods/incense scent stays close to the skin and never fails to calm me and bring me peace. I love to wear just one tiny spritz to bed at night in the winter and to yoga class but am enjoying its gentle wafting throughout the day today with numerous spritzes.

    May peace and joy touch your heart this weekend!

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  43. Calypso says:
    20 December 2019 at 2:46 pm

    I couldn’t pick a calming scent so went instead with St Clair Frost because I found it in a forgotten box. It’s not about weather but a tribute to the poet and a poem he wrote on first love transitioning from sweet to more difficult. Rose, geraniums, clove, and smoke. It even has a burnt smell. For some reason I feel very tired today. Looks like my iPad has just suddenly died/-bummer. Sad.

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    • hajusuuri says:
      20 December 2019 at 7:43 pm

      Put your iPad in the freezer for one hour and see what happens. Sometimes the battery just needs to be shocked.

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    • Calypso says:
      20 December 2019 at 7:44 pm

      Update: after wearing this awhile I noticed an uncanny resemblance to old kinds of clove chewing gum, and became more and more turned off. Guess what!? That gum has had a resurgence and is being made again, and even touted for dental health benefits! Well, count me out!

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  44. lucasai says:
    20 December 2019 at 3:05 pm

    I’m in Van Cleef & Arpels Rose Rouge. Cocoa and rose smell pretty chill to me.

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  45. Nightingale says:
    20 December 2019 at 3:19 pm

    Balenciaga Paris which is so pretty and easy to wear.

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    • lillyjo says:
      20 December 2019 at 11:23 pm

      I bought that a few years back, then returned it, because I’m dumb. You smell lovely.

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      • Nightingale says:
        21 December 2019 at 2:12 pm

        Ha! Been there done that! But, it’s not too late!

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  46. Petunia says:
    20 December 2019 at 3:35 pm

    My comfy SOTD is Felanilla which shouldn’t surprise anyone who reads my posts. ?

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    • austenfan says:
      20 December 2019 at 3:45 pm

      I thought of that one as well. It’s very soothing and smells just wonderful.

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      • Petunia says:
        20 December 2019 at 7:15 pm

        That is exactly how Felanilla feels to me. A few sprays last the entire day. I’m still catching wafts of scent although I put it on early this morning!

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        • lillyjo says:
          20 December 2019 at 11:21 pm

          I got some on my coat collar when I wore it last. 3 days later, I could still smell it. It was fantastic!

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    • flopper says:
      20 December 2019 at 7:08 pm

      Nice!

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      • Petunia says:
        20 December 2019 at 7:16 pm

        Thank you dear!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      20 December 2019 at 7:46 pm

      That’s been your scent of the season, hasn’t it?

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      • Petunia says:
        20 December 2019 at 7:50 pm

        I bought it last year and have been enjoying it ever since. I just love it during the cold weather. I need a bub…

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        • Jalapeno says:
          20 December 2019 at 8:36 pm

          Well, if it is readily available and won’t break the bank, go for it!

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    • tannina says:
      21 December 2019 at 3:01 am

      I wore that yesterday and the longevity is amazing

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  47. tracy.o says:
    20 December 2019 at 3:46 pm

    I’m in ICONOfly Attache-moi, which mostly smells like iso-e more than anything else but is also somehow the first thing I think of when I’m looking for “cozy?”

    Also my watchband still REEKS of Moon Bloom after the other day, which I finally figured out when I was like… how the heck do I still smell this, Hiram Green is all-natural and I mean, his stuff has got some staying power but not three DAYS.

    It’s not a bad combo, but anybody got any tips for getting perfume out of leather? ?

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    • Jalapeno says:
      20 December 2019 at 7:48 pm

      Maybe sprinkle a bit of either corn starch or baking soda on the band, let it sit for a few minutes, and brush it off? I don’t know if it works for perfume, though.

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  48. Lisa D says:
    20 December 2019 at 4:24 pm

    Post shower, I’ve switched from Tauer LADDM to Serge Luten’s Le Participe Passe (a recent blind buy in travel spray form).

    This seems a little more like the SL of old, with a bit less of that “Wow, how intriguing, I’ve never smelled THAT before” vibe. It’s working for me. It might work better if it were weirder, though.

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  49. Jalapeno says:
    20 December 2019 at 5:41 pm

    Not as cold today, and more sun, so that was an improvement. ? However, the cats spent most of today plastered on the heat vents. Neither one of them likes winter weather. ?

    SOTD = Rihanna Rogue again today. I had an “Aha!” moment with this one earlier in the week when I realized that it had a similar vibe to me as JM Myrrh & Tonka. Definitely not a smell dupe, though… I don’t want to get anyone’s hope up about that.

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    • perfumelover67 says:
      20 December 2019 at 6:09 pm

      You killed my hopes very fast!?

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      • Petunia says:
        20 December 2019 at 7:20 pm

        ? Well I am fine with that since Joe Malone scents don’t usually work for me.

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    • Gail says:
      20 December 2019 at 8:12 pm

      Glad the cats stayed warm today! They know the best spots!

      I’ve heard mentioned that Rogue is supposed to be similar to Bottega Veneta (which I’ve never tried).

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      • Jalapeno says:
        20 December 2019 at 8:26 pm

        I don’t think there is much resemblance. Rogue is dry vanilla suede to me, while Bottega Veneta is oakmoss and supple leather. It’s worth trying both to see what you think.

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  50. flopper says:
    20 December 2019 at 7:07 pm

    Such a lovely picture for today. I’m testing Grandiflora Queen of the Night. Wow. It’s very pretty. Also wore Dusita Le Pavillon D’Or, which is also pretty. TGIF.

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    • Petunia says:
      20 December 2019 at 7:18 pm

      This week seemed to last forever! TGIF!

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    • Calypso says:
      20 December 2019 at 7:38 pm

      I love Queen of the Night!

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    • austenfan says:
      21 December 2019 at 4:31 pm

      It is a very beautiful perfume!

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  51. Gail says:
    20 December 2019 at 8:18 pm

    I’ve got Le Labo Iris 39 edp on my inside wrists, and the oil on the outside.

    I’m perusing my shortbread recipes and think the whipped version is the way to go this year; quick and easy! Maybe I will add shaved Toblerone chocolate on some and raspberry jam on others to satisfy both our requests.

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    • Jalapeno says:
      20 December 2019 at 8:27 pm

      One of my friends was making shortbread cookies yesterday. Great minds think alike…

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      • Gail says:
        20 December 2019 at 9:08 pm

        ?

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  52. tiffanie says:
    20 December 2019 at 8:32 pm

    SotD = Tam Dao

    Everyone smells fantastic today! I love reading the reasons for our perfume choices.

    TD really makes me feel calm. It’s almost magical. I have stretched out a sample vial for a looooong time. That makes me a good girl, yes? So maybe I need to find a bottle of Tam Dao . . . that would be the first bottle I’ve bought in a very very long time . . . oh dear . . . must think “no buy no buy no buy!”

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    • Jalapeno says:
      20 December 2019 at 8:37 pm

      Too bad those cute little 1 ounces bottles aren’t still around.

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      • Jalapeno says:
        20 December 2019 at 9:23 pm

        Gah! “ounce” not “ounces”.

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  53. KellyC says:
    20 December 2019 at 10:28 pm

    Avignon which I adore for stressful times. As a matter of fact, I’d love to find an essential oil to put in my diffuser that smells just like this lol.

    Speaking of which, I’ve just started using some essential oils in diffusers around the house. I know nothing though- does anyone have any suggestions about good brands/blends etc?

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    • Jalapeno says:
      20 December 2019 at 10:41 pm

      CM8 knows a lot about essential oils… maybe she will chime in.

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    • chocolatemarzipan8 says:
      21 December 2019 at 2:36 am

      Inexpensive I would recommend Now Brands. All-star Health sells that brand at excellent prices. Vitacost also sells their own essential oils for good prices. Wait until they have a BOGO and you will really save. And if you are looking for more exotic/ unusual try Eden Botanicals. Eden also had their own blends which are lovely. If you are looking for incense try adding some frankincense and myrrh or labdanum to the diffuser. I also like Eden fir balsam absolute 10 percent. It makes the house smell like a Christmas tree.
      And my daughter pairs rose + cardamom or neroli + cardamom into her diffuser. Both combos smell really good.

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      • Old Herbaceous says:
        21 December 2019 at 7:54 am

        Ooh, those all sound great!

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        • chocolatemarzipan8 says:
          21 December 2019 at 11:20 am

          ??

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    • Old Herbaceous says:
      21 December 2019 at 7:58 am

      I’ve had good luck with some of the brands I have found at Marshall’s or TJ Maxx, like Woolzie’s and Nature Love. Right now, Nature Love has a set of three oils called Three Wise Men, which includes frankincense, myrrh, and for gold, “golden amber.” Haven’t tried them yet, but I’m looking forward to them! Very reasonably priced: $7.99 for the set of 3.

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      • chocolatemarzipan8 says:
        21 December 2019 at 11:22 am

        That IS a good price! The diffusers are also a great price! I bought two for my ladies ?

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  54. Celestia says:
    20 December 2019 at 11:29 pm

    At this time of year, I find Kenzo Amour relaxing but it’s not one I would choose during the rest of the year. L’Heure Bleue is a good one for Christmas time but it doesn’t suit me.

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    • Aurora says:
      21 December 2019 at 4:29 am

      Kenzo Amour is a great choice, I wear it in cold weather only, it would suffocate me in the warmth. Maybe give a chance to some vintage l’Heure Bleue it is so much more flowery and complex, new l’Heure Bleue is more of a gourmand, I still enjoy it but the mystery of the flowers is gone.

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      • Celestia says:
        21 December 2019 at 1:29 pm

        Thanks, Aurora. I think LHB is a great fragrance, unlike any other amongst them all, but it’s still not for me. I’ve tried. I prefer Apres L’Ondee.

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  55. Old Herbaceous says:
    21 December 2019 at 7:53 am

    Anne Klein II for me! It has been reissued and it’s very comparable to the original (I have a partial bottle of that from the 1980s) but WAY more affordable. The vintage sells for hundreds of $$ online, but I’ve gotten new bottles of the reissue for $12.99 each at TJ Maxx! Now I can spray to my heart’s content, and use the vintage splash on special days.

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    • lillyjo says:
      21 December 2019 at 10:05 am

      Good to know! I’ve seen them too, but didn’t want to chance it. I also saw Anne Klein Blazer? But am not familiar with that one.

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  56. neyronrose says:
    21 December 2019 at 12:12 pm

    Scent at bedtime on Thursday was Crabtree & Evelyn lavender ultra-moisturizing hand cream, because it’s that time of year, and it’s been the kind of weather where my skin and lips get terribly dried out.

    Scent on Friday evening: Paraffin Hand, Nail and Cuticle cream from Bath & Body Works. I actually don’t think it has that much of a scent. This was a gift, and one I appreciate. I think I’ll be using this one a lot. Another gift was Snowy Citrus Swirl body lotion. It definitely has a scent.

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