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Thursday scent of the day 11/4

Posted by Robin on 4 November 2021 208 Comments

It's Almost-Friday and National Candy Day. (Oops, almost forgot — happy Diwali!) What fragrance are you wearing?

I'm in Prada Candy, of course.

Reminder: 11/5 is SWINTON’s birthday. Wear Like This, or any other Etat Libre d'Orange fragrance, if you have one. If you don't, or if you're not in the mood for Etat Libre d'Orange (or if you just wore Like This for the Pumpkin Spice project), do something else. You could listen to Tilda Swinton read the Rumi poem that inspired the fragrance, and choose something based on that?

And for those of you who like to plan ahead, see Scent of the day ~ Friday community projects 2021, where I'll try to always have the next five or six weeks mapped out in advance.

Note: shown are lollipops from Melville Candy in Massachusetts. A 12 pack with Blueberry Acai, Strawberry Champagne and Lemon Ginger is $30. (They also have an extensive collection of cocktail lollipops, including Moscow Mule, Old Fashioned Bourbon Bitters, Limoncello, etc.)

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  1. Lovestosmellgood says:
    4 November 2021 at 9:25 am

    I am joining Robin in a sweet candy like perfume -Love Extreme

    Happy Diwali for all those who celebrate. We will go to a friend’s today that has set up an alter and my kids will dress up in their Indian clothing, I will dress up too if I can find something in my closet.

    This morning I took my youngest to a cafe, we got pain au chocolate and I am got Mariage Freres French Breakfast. After next year I think my youngest will attend school everyday (inch Allah). So I am enjoying these precious moments with him during the week.

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    • Robin says:
      4 November 2021 at 9:33 am

      I remembered it was Diwali just now and added it to the post, but you beat me to it!

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    • SmokeyToes says:
      4 November 2021 at 10:16 am

      Enjoy those moments! They fly by so quickly! A friend’s son just went to boot camp (Marines), I held him the day he was born. Now he’s an Eagle scout and on his way to becoming a Marine. :shock:

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    • KellyC says:
      4 November 2021 at 2:50 pm

      Cherish those moments with the babe! Happy Diwali!

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  2. Gian says:
    4 November 2021 at 9:56 am

    I’m back in NJ and it’s cold ? I’m wearing TF Italian Cypress- warm and woody. Not my typical fragrance but it’s lovely and fitting. Happy Diwali to all!

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    • Robin says:
      4 November 2021 at 10:44 am

      It’s crazy cold for 11/4!

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    • Desirae says:
      4 November 2021 at 11:20 am

      Wouldn’t we all like to be on the Italian coast right now!

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      • Gian says:
        4 November 2021 at 6:20 pm

        Or at least back in Mediterranean LA, California!

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    • jepster says:
      4 November 2021 at 2:51 pm

      Right there with you in chilly Jersey!! Trying to warm up with some Chergui.

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      • Gian says:
        4 November 2021 at 6:21 pm

        Great choice of perfume! Chergui is warmth for the soul!

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    • KellyC says:
      4 November 2021 at 2:53 pm

      You smell wonderful.

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      • Gian says:
        4 November 2021 at 6:22 pm

        Thank you Kelly! ?

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    • Jalapeno says:
      4 November 2021 at 6:40 pm

      Yeah, you showed up right after the cold temps did. I heard something about slightly warmer next week?

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  3. apsara says:
    4 November 2021 at 10:00 am

    Happy Diwali. Still in bathrobe. No video calls for a bit. Post shower something comforting, maybe Ambre Nepal.

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    • Robin says:
      4 November 2021 at 10:44 am

      Great choice.

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    • Kanuka says:
      4 November 2021 at 2:04 pm

      I was sorry to read your news about your friend. Sending you a long distance hug.

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      • apsara says:
        4 November 2021 at 2:40 pm

        thank you Kanuka all hugs accepted. He died about two hours ago, surrounded by his family.

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        • Kanuka says:
          4 November 2021 at 3:00 pm

          I am very sorry to hear it. Sending love.

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        • DolceVita says:
          4 November 2021 at 3:15 pm

          Oh how sudden. I am so sorry that you have this sadness to bear.

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          • apsara says:
            4 November 2021 at 5:54 pm

            Thank you for all your kind thoughts and words.
            Two weeks from diagnosis to today. And like lots of grandparents had not seen the little ones except for face time for almost two years due to covid.

        • cazaubon says:
          4 November 2021 at 3:48 pm

          I am so sorry apsara.

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        • madtowngirl says:
          4 November 2021 at 6:08 pm

          Oh no. I’m so sorry. The part about him not seeing his grandkids just breaks my heart.?

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        • Jalapeno says:
          4 November 2021 at 6:38 pm

          Oh no. Please accept my condolences on losing someone dear to you. Hugs.

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        • sistine says:
          4 November 2021 at 7:43 pm

          Oh, my heart fills with sorrow to hear that. I hope his memory can comfort those who loved him.

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        • Gail says:
          4 November 2021 at 8:45 pm

          I’m so sorry, apsara. It’s just heartbreaking.

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        • Nancyleandros says:
          4 November 2021 at 11:24 pm

          My breath caught in my throat when I read your comment. I’m so sorry, apsara.

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        • She-ra says:
          4 November 2021 at 11:27 pm

          I am so very sorry, apsara.

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  4. flopper says:
    4 November 2021 at 10:09 am

    Ohhh, I might wear Prada Candy too!

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    • Robin says:
      4 November 2021 at 10:44 am

      Maybe twins :-)

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    • Deva says:
      4 November 2021 at 11:43 am

      Hi flopper! ??

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      • flopper says:
        4 November 2021 at 3:54 pm

        Hi Deva ?

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    • lillyjo says:
      4 November 2021 at 1:34 pm

      Flopper! Great to see you!

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      • flopper says:
        4 November 2021 at 3:55 pm

        Thanks! Hope you’ve been well.

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        • lillyjo says:
          4 November 2021 at 5:23 pm

          I have, and hope the same for you. You have been missed!

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    • Lovestosmellgood says:
      4 November 2021 at 1:36 pm

      Hi flopper

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      • flopper says:
        4 November 2021 at 3:56 pm

        Hello! Every time I wear the Kilian lippie, I think of you!

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    • KellyC says:
      4 November 2021 at 3:37 pm

      You’ll smell great in Candy. I love that one.

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      • flopper says:
        4 November 2021 at 3:56 pm

        Thanks! It’s a nice one for sure ?

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    • chocolatemarzipan8 says:
      4 November 2021 at 3:39 pm

      You will smell great , my friend ??

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      • flopper says:
        4 November 2021 at 3:56 pm

        Thank you ?

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    • Jalapeno says:
      4 November 2021 at 6:36 pm

      Hello there, flopper!

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    • Nancyleandros says:
      4 November 2021 at 11:25 pm

      Hi flopper! It’s good to “see” you!

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  5. SmokeyToes says:
    4 November 2021 at 10:14 am

    Happy Diwali! :) My SOTD is Cloud, I’m wafting puffs of cotton candy, Praline, Coconut and Vanilla. Mr. SmokeyToes loves this scent. :)

    Chai tea and toast with Nutella consumed, shoes on and I’m headed to the gym!

    We’re almost to Friday! Woot!

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    • Lovestosmellgood says:
      4 November 2021 at 10:38 am

      I love LOVE your breakfast

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  6. PriscillaE says:
    4 November 2021 at 10:14 am

    I’m wearing Mechant Loup. It’s a favorite, but then I remembered I was going to wear Lankaran Woods. Maybe next week.

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    • Robin says:
      4 November 2021 at 10:45 am

      Oh, but you do smell fantastic!

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    • jepster says:
      4 November 2021 at 2:52 pm

      Love Mechant Loup–naughty, indeed!

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  7. floragal says:
    4 November 2021 at 10:31 am

    This is my day! And plenty of sweets to choose from too.

    Those lollipops are gorgeous!

    SOTD: Chocolate Man from recent split and I’m loving it, not quite candy but still sweet :)

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    • Robin says:
      4 November 2021 at 10:45 am

      I almost ordered a bunch of the cocktail lollipops, but we still have Halloween candy here.

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      • hajusuuri says:
        4 November 2021 at 12:23 pm

        Lollipops are a different food group from Halloween candy, just sayin’

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        • Robin says:
          4 November 2021 at 6:02 pm

          :-)

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  8. springpansy says:
    4 November 2021 at 10:42 am

    While the rest of y’all are waxing lyrical about Shalimar MVP, I’m back in another Guerlain: my very favorite vanilla, Spiritueuse Double Vanille, thanks to the splitmeet and a lovely splitter. And it’s definitely perfect on a chilly rainy day– boozy, woodsy, with a lovely depth to its sweetness. Just gorgeous.

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    • Robin says:
      4 November 2021 at 10:45 am

      Yum. I might put some of that on later when the Prada fades.

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    • cazaubon says:
      4 November 2021 at 3:50 pm

      You smell fab. :-)

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    • ringthing says:
      4 November 2021 at 10:51 pm

      Your description is lovely

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  9. madtowngirl says:
    4 November 2021 at 10:59 am

    I’m in Caron Pour un Homme for the lavender. I have a dentist appointment later this morning. It’s just a cleaning, but still. Always good to be calm. Just the thought of the dentist increases my heart rate and my favorite hygienist won’t be there today.☹️ Will probably switch it up later this afternoon when this fades away.

    My target finally had the dove deodorant reusable container in stock and so I have made the switch. I like the look of the container and happy with the formula so far. It glides on more easily than some non-aluminum that I’ve tried. I’m just a little worried about the design. The deodorant sits in the container much like a chapstick that’s been rolled up too far. I’m afraid every morning as I’m using it, it’s just gonna break right off, lol. We shall see.

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    • lillyjo says:
      4 November 2021 at 1:35 pm

      Dentist appointment twins!

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      • madtowngirl says:
        4 November 2021 at 6:06 pm

        Hey twin!? hope your appointment went better than mine, I forgot I was due for X-rays and they found a small cavity.?I wish I had my kids teeth, not one cavity among the three of them.

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    • Jalapeno says:
      4 November 2021 at 7:58 pm

      Did you end up getting that cavity filled, or did you have to make an appointment for that?

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      • madtowngirl says:
        5 November 2021 at 8:08 am

        I had to make another appointment for that.? My favorite dentist-the one I trust with my teeth- was out of the office.

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  10. Dorsey says:
    4 November 2021 at 11:00 am

    More ELDO testing for me – today is Rossy de Palma Eau de Protection, which is heavy on the rose, so hard for me to dislike.

    Last night was Exit the King, a soapy chypre…which was kind of interesting? But not what I want in a perfume. I might like it more in a shampoo. This house continues to confuse me, for all their edgy marketing, why do they have several shampoo scents?

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    • springpansy says:
      4 November 2021 at 12:25 pm

      Yes, I thought Remarkable People was shampoo-y also.

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    • DolceVita says:
      4 November 2021 at 12:25 pm

      Ohh interesting to see your views on this Rossy-was wondering about it exactly for its rose focus. And I hear ya on the soapy qualities. I thought it was just my conservative choices/random luck in getting samples when purchasing…would you recommend a try of the Rossy Rose?

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      • Dorsey says:
        4 November 2021 at 7:58 pm

        Worth a try for rose fans. Reminds me of Nirvana Rose but a little more complex

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        • DolceVita says:
          5 November 2021 at 7:16 am

          Great, thank you-I do like Nirvana Rose.

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    • irisjasmine says:
      4 November 2021 at 5:08 pm

      I’m sampling Exit the King right now, and I agree—it’s super soapy! I can’t decide if I like it or not.

      I do love Eau de Protection, though. You smell great.

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    • sistine says:
      4 November 2021 at 7:46 pm

      I really like the soapy aspect of Exit the King. I found it was amazing in June/ July, but I don’t think i’d really feel it at this time of year.

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  11. GateGirl says:
    4 November 2021 at 11:04 am

    Happy Diwali everyone! I still remember the Diwali festival I attended years ago at our public library, our town has a considerable Indian population and the place was packed (can’t get away with that nowadays). I remember all the henna stations that were set up and the Indian dancing performance from this one young lady that was simply stunning. Now it’s all virtual, *sigh*….

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    • Robin says:
      4 November 2021 at 6:02 pm

      Next year? Knock on wood.

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    • Jalapeno says:
      4 November 2021 at 7:56 pm

      I think I just heard Diwali fireworks outside. ✨??

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  12. Desirae says:
    4 November 2021 at 11:19 am

    Wearing Jubilation 25 this morning. Such a gorgeous scent, one of my favorites ever.

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    • missionista says:
      4 November 2021 at 12:27 pm

      Desirae, that’s a great one. You smell fantastic!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      4 November 2021 at 7:55 pm

      Jub 25 is definitely gorgeous! Glamorous, too!

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  13. happy888cat says:
    4 November 2021 at 11:23 am

    Happy Diwali and Candy Day!
    I am in Candy Night. Sweet, creamy milk chocolate goodness.
    Currently drinking a cup of Blue Mountain coffee.

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    • Robin says:
      4 November 2021 at 6:03 pm

      I think that’s the only one I didn’t try…and I should.

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  14. Amyitis says:
    4 November 2021 at 11:27 am

    Hi NST
    Swinging by to say “Get those covid boosters!” The husband and I had been meaning to get a booster shot, but there were always tons of other things to attend to (my 90 year old MIL took couple of falls and had to be moved to frail care, among other things).
    Two weeks ago the whole family got sick in quick succession (we thought Influenza A) and we all tested positive for covid.
    Covid is no walk in the park, and I thought we would get “covid light” having been vaccinated. Not so. I was scary sick. Still am, to be quite honest. Except the eldest son, we also all lost our sense of smell.
    Apologies, no perfume news!

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    • Deva says:
      4 November 2021 at 11:55 am

      Curious as to which vaccine you originally received? Hoping the whole fam feels better soon! ?

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    • adanst says:
      4 November 2021 at 11:58 am

      I’m sorry, Amyitis! I hope you all feel better soon.

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    • springpansy says:
      4 November 2021 at 12:26 pm

      Sorry to hear that. I hope everyone recovers soon.

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    • missionista says:
      4 November 2021 at 12:28 pm

      Hope you continue with a speedy recovery and get your sense of smell back soon.

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    • hajusuuri says:
      4 November 2021 at 12:35 pm

      Yikes! I hope that you all recover quickly. I was reading the New York Times and there are some commenters who think that the question to ask is not so much have you been vaccinated but rather have you been boosted. Just my opinion: vaxxed or not-vaxxed is something I would ask but asking if someone already got a booster is going a bit far. Have studies shown that boosted means even lower chances of infecting others and/or a milder case? With this said, I may not be boosted by Thanksgiving but I will try for before Christmas, if I can, but I won’t beat myself over not being boosted.

      Not sure if you will hit a pay wall but the comments are “eye-opening”.

      https://www.nytimes.com/2021/11/02/well/mind/thanksgiving-unvaccinated.html

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      • AnniePerfumes says:
        4 November 2021 at 4:56 pm

        Paywall!
        I’ve seen several breakthroughs and my nurse friends have seen an equal amount still. Still mutating?

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        • hajusuuri says:
          4 November 2021 at 6:44 pm

          Some countries are showing an uptick ??‍♀️

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      • Robin says:
        4 November 2021 at 6:05 pm

        Do not mind this comment one bit, and thanks for the link! But don’t want any long debate about whether or not people should get boosters…so let’s let this piece of thread go, thanks!

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        • hajusuuri says:
          4 November 2021 at 6:44 pm

          Thanks, Robin!

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    • lillyjo says:
      4 November 2021 at 1:43 pm

      I was just thinking of you yesterday! I am sorry you and your family are sick and hope you all recover asap!

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    • Kanuka says:
      4 November 2021 at 2:01 pm

      Oh, I am so sorry you are sick. I hope you’re sense of smell returns along with your good health

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    • jepster says:
      4 November 2021 at 2:56 pm

      Sorry for you and your family….my vaccinated niece just got Covid. Lost taste and smell, but fortunately she has recovered well. Wishing the same for you.

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    • cazaubon says:
      4 November 2021 at 3:53 pm

      Hope you all feel better soon!

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    • AnniePerfumes says:
      4 November 2021 at 4:53 pm

      So sorry! My friend was just about to get her booster and got covid. She’s mid-late 30s, very healthy , works out, eats clean. It gets everyone.

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    • apsara says:
      4 November 2021 at 5:55 pm

      feel better soon!

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    • Robin says:
      4 November 2021 at 6:06 pm

      So sorry Amyitis, that’s awful!! Please check in again and let us know how you’re doing.

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    • Vee says:
      4 November 2021 at 6:27 pm

      oh no! I hope you all feel better soon.

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    • Cicely says:
      4 November 2021 at 6:30 pm

      I am so sorry to hear that! I hope the worst is over and you all feel better soon!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      4 November 2021 at 6:33 pm

      Not eligible for a booster yet, but definitely planning on getting one when I can. Especially after your post. Hoping that you and your family are feeling better ASAP!

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    • sistine says:
      4 November 2021 at 7:47 pm

      Oh no! I hope you all recover 100% soon.

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    • She-ra says:
      5 November 2021 at 12:38 am

      Also sorry to hear this. Wishing you and your family a speedy recovery.

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  15. Deva says:
    4 November 2021 at 11:29 am

    Raining. Again. Still. Nonstop. Building a boat soon.

    SOTD is Montalé Arabians Tonka because it was calling to me. Tried Woods and Spices last night but it must be a whole lot of musk because I didn’t smell much after some copious spraying. I can’t imagine there is such a thing as a “shy” Montalé, so it must be my nose.

    Went perfume shopping at a new site last night and have 10 bottles in my cart. Gave myself a serious talking to. “Deva girl, this is riDICulous!” They’re still in my cart?

    My package with Shalimar MVP has been at the local post office for over a day now, but still not “scanned.” Hope that doesn’t mean they’ve lost another package of mine. This would be package number two since I’ve been here. Really, I think we need to return to the days of yore and employ the Pony Express. More efficient. ?

    Hope the sun is shining wherever you are ?

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    • hajusuuri says:
      4 November 2021 at 12:36 pm

      Just send T-Rex!

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      • Deva says:
        4 November 2021 at 1:17 pm

        She is NOT efficient! Must stop to say hello to every single bipedal. Must chase every single squirrel/chipmunk/marmot/muskrat! Must snooze for long periods in the sun for energy restoration. Must have breakfast, lunch, and dinner delivered. The list goes on and on. She’s a princess and in no way would be able to meet any job expectations. Except she would make everyone smile! She wheedled 3 biscuits from the Fred Meyers gas guy this morning ?

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        • hajusuuri says:
          4 November 2021 at 3:24 pm

          But she charm the pants off someone, no? ?

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    • lillyjo says:
      4 November 2021 at 1:47 pm

      When you said you were building a boat it took me a second to get that you were joking. In my mind, if anyone was able to build a boat it would be you!

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      • Deva says:
        4 November 2021 at 2:09 pm

        I appreciate your your optimism regarding my DIY skills, but let me assure you if I built a boat it wouldn’t float for even a nanosecond!

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      • Nancyleandros says:
        4 November 2021 at 10:34 pm

        I truly believe that Deva and Ede could conquer the world.

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        • She-ra says:
          5 November 2021 at 12:40 am

          I believe they could too! ??

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    • She-ra says:
      5 November 2021 at 12:41 am

      Please post the 10 bottles in your cart tomorrow so we can all live vicariously and ponder. ❤️

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  16. adanst says:
    4 November 2021 at 11:53 am

    In Vanille 44 today. Just lovely.

    Happy Diwali to all celebrating!

    I’m not a candy person (chocolate and pastries are my weakness) but those lollipops look very tempting.

    Last night I wore Cuir Beluga on one arm and Bois d’Armenie on the other (thanks to Cazaubon and the splitmeet) and enjoyed both very much.

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    • missionista says:
      4 November 2021 at 12:29 pm

      Vanille 44 is terrific!

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    • hajusuuri says:
      4 November 2021 at 12:37 pm

      ? on Vanille 44, Cuir Beluga ??? and Bois d’Armenie.

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    • cazaubon says:
      4 November 2021 at 4:47 pm

      3 gorgeous scents!

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  17. SheriG says:
    4 November 2021 at 11:53 am

    Ten hours of sleep — most welcome after the near-sleepless night before last. In the words of the immortal Lili von Schtupp, “I feel wefweshed!” SOTM is Memoirs of a Trespasser, which I spritzed at bedtime last night and which is long-lasting and a bit addictive. Happy Friday Eve, everyone!

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    • Deva says:
      4 November 2021 at 1:19 pm

      Nice! Sleep like that can change your entire perspective!

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      • SheriG says:
        4 November 2021 at 1:40 pm

        It certainly can! That, and the little sunbreaks we’re getting up here in Portland. I hope your area gets a few breaks in the downpour too. ☔️?

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    • lillyjo says:
      4 November 2021 at 2:01 pm

      Lol! R.I.P Madeline Kahn.

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  18. Kelly Red says:
    4 November 2021 at 12:04 pm

    SL Rahat Loukoum seems like a good choice for “candy” day?

    I’m having happy hour with a friend later today, a new cocktail bar we want to try. It’s called Sidecar (my personal favorite libation) and it’s their specialty. It’s within walking distance so I’m planning on TWO cocktails! Ha

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    • DolceVita says:
      4 November 2021 at 1:46 pm

      Oh what a good choice of cocktail! Have a fun night out!

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      • Kelly Red says:
        4 November 2021 at 3:01 pm

        I used to bartender in college, at a nice place, not a “college/beer pitcher bar”. I am very judgmental about a bartenders ability to make classic drinks?.

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        • SheriG says:
          4 November 2021 at 4:47 pm

          Me too! (Judgmental … not a former mixologist.) I’m curious — as to the Old Fashioned cocktail, where do you fall on the soda-or-no-soda controversy? (Full disclosure: Mr. G and I are staunchly no-soda.)

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    • sistine says:
      4 November 2021 at 7:49 pm

      Ooh, have a great time!

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  19. pixel says:
    4 November 2021 at 12:27 pm

    SOTD is Dior Bois d’Argent. I feel spoiled for choices since I swapped my summer and winter perfumes last week :) Funny, I would have thought I had more winter scents than summer, but the reverse is true — although most of my favorite scents are winter scents.

    I mailed my freebies on Tuesday so they should be well on their way.

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    • springpansy says:
      4 November 2021 at 1:10 pm

      Love Bois d’Argent – you’re smelling wonderful.

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    • chocolatemarzipan8 says:
      4 November 2021 at 3:43 pm

      They are and thank you!!!!!

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  20. missionista says:
    4 November 2021 at 12:30 pm

    Happy Diwali!

    Purely by chance, I’m in Vetiver Tonka. I think that counts as sweet enough for candy day.

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    • hajusuuri says:
      4 November 2021 at 9:06 pm

      Happy Diwali to you too!

      https://www.instagram.com/p/CV3yHK2LPaB/?utm_medium=copy_link

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      • missionista says:
        4 November 2021 at 10:05 pm

        That’s a great interpretation of an oil lamp, and is sure to brighten the day of anyone seeing it! Thanks for linking, H.

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  21. DolceVita says:
    4 November 2021 at 12:33 pm

    Hello everyone! In 4 sprays of ELdO Jasmin et Cigarette today and it certainly was fun putting it on for breakfast rather than a night out. Enjoying all the make up chat on here this week, and those poetry quotations yesterday were beautiful. Wishing you all a peaceful day (or at least, a day with peaceful moments).

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  22. meredifay says:
    4 November 2021 at 1:01 pm

    Been doing interviews of internal candidates for the new position who will be the supervisor as my supervisor transitions up the food chain. Several other team members chickened out and did not attend some of the interviews. Does not speak well for the transition, I am afraid. Two people are clearly not qualified, two people are sort of qualified, so it is just a sort of a mess all around. One person is very smart and our local tech wizard, and it would be sorta dumb to transition him to signing time sheets and reviewing contracts, because we do not have anyone who can fill his shoes, technically. The other person is smart enough, and is working on an MBA and has recently saved the department $25,000 just by noticing a small discrepancy that other people were letting slide, so management loves her, but she is a manager of people. She moved out of a techie position into a people sorter position, she was not enthralled by the tech, and the techies clearly have little interest in anything she has to say. I told each one of them they did a good job, and I am staying far far away from the final decision process. The new person who came on a year ago, who would actually be the best person for the job didn’t apply. Adorable hubby asked me why I didn’t apply. He knows these people, so I asked him if he wanted to manage the one that used to get so pissed he would throw chairs, and the one who is so depressed he literally disappears for days at a time, and the one who hides information from everyone else so that they can feel important? He just laughed. Ugh. More inspiration to put in the retirement notice to HR. They need 60 days to get all the retirement paper in order for a smooth transition to Medicare and SS, and all that.
    SOTD = Seville a l’Aube, my favorite orange blossom perfume. Still need to buy the St. Clair Casablanca, tho.

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    • Kanuka says:
      4 November 2021 at 1:57 pm

      Retirement sounds a happy option. Love your perfume.

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    • cazaubon says:
      4 November 2021 at 4:50 pm

      Retirement sounds goid, but failing that, could you approach the new person who you think is the best fit and ask them to apply?

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    • Jalapeno says:
      4 November 2021 at 7:47 pm

      What a zoo!

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    • sistine says:
      4 November 2021 at 7:50 pm

      Oof. At least you smell great while dealing with that!

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    • hajusuuri says:
      4 November 2021 at 9:05 pm

      Can you go part time?

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    • meredifay says:
      5 November 2021 at 6:24 am

      Thanks everyone for kind comments and suggestions. I apologize for the little rant. It’s nice to get objective opinions.

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  23. KellyC says:
    4 November 2021 at 1:14 pm

    Geisha Vanilla Hinoki for me today. Geisha Noire is still my fav but I do soooo enjoy this one. Not sweet, a nice spice to it.

    I’ll save my one Etat Libre d’Orange for tomorrow and will pair it with a Tilda character. I used to have Rien, Like This, and You or Someone Like You but alas, I drained Rien and YSLY and can’t find Like This, which I could have sworn I still had a bit of.

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    • LizzieB says:
      4 November 2021 at 1:49 pm

      I need to find my little roller of GVH. You smell great.

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  24. Kanuka says:
    4 November 2021 at 1:54 pm

    Wearing ( yesterday’s) Rochas Girl from a spray at the counter. Nice bottle and font, and the perfume is a mix of modern day Interdit and shampoo, and not too bad in this spring weather ( orange blossom, pink pepper, jasmine and clean hair). Perhaps more shampoo than absolutely necessary.

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    • lillyjo says:
      4 November 2021 at 1:58 pm

      Spring!??

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      • Kanuka says:
        4 November 2021 at 3:02 pm

        I see you had a chilly start yesterday. I hope today is warmer!!!!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      4 November 2021 at 7:46 pm

      Your SOTD sounded nice until the shampoo overdose…

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  25. LizzieB says:
    4 November 2021 at 1:55 pm

    Pacifica Moonray Bloom from a rollerball that was an impulse Target buy. Somewhat sweet tropical florals. Pleasant and easygoing.

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    • hajusuuri says:
      4 November 2021 at 9:04 pm

      I somehow always pass by the perfume section because I have a bad habit of not using a cart and it’s on my way to the cash register. I will go counterclockwise next time.

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  26. lillyjo says:
    4 November 2021 at 1:55 pm

    I had a cleaning at the dentist today. While she was flossing one tooth decided to crack. I will be getting a root canal, post and crown next week. Ugh.
    I am wearing Carven L’Eau de toilette. It’s my office safe perfume. I have a meeting this afternoon which I am hoping for good news. I am shamelessly asking for good luck. ( maybe there is a folklore somewhere that says a broken tooth brings good luck? If my Mother were here, she would know. If there wasn’t, she would lie and tell me there was. )

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    • Kanuka says:
      4 November 2021 at 3:07 pm

      Bad news about the tooth, yuck. Sending lots and lots of good luck your way!!!! Remember the ancient saying: Back luck at the dentist brings good news after lunch and mild winters!

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      • lillyjo says:
        4 November 2021 at 5:20 pm

        If broken teeth bring mild winters, I might start playing hockey!

        Thanks for the good luck!

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    • DolceVita says:
      4 November 2021 at 3:26 pm

      Oh good luck! I think you’ve just replaced the phrase “break a leg” with “break a tooth” so this is a happy sign for sure ?

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      • lillyjo says:
        4 November 2021 at 5:18 pm

        Lol!

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    • Deva says:
      4 November 2021 at 3:44 pm

      Sending you lots of tooth luck! The dentist is my worst nightmare…

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      • lillyjo says:
        4 November 2021 at 5:16 pm

        Mine too!

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    • cazaubon says:
      4 November 2021 at 4:52 pm

      Oh how awful! Hope you have better news this afternoon.

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      • lillyjo says:
        4 November 2021 at 5:17 pm

        Thanks. It was no news, but that’s better than bad news.

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    • lillyjo says:
      4 November 2021 at 5:16 pm

      Well… meeting was canceled!
      I will just have to put the good luck in storage for a future date.

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      • madtowngirl says:
        4 November 2021 at 6:15 pm

        ??

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    • madtowngirl says:
      4 November 2021 at 6:15 pm

      Oh no!? I’m reading comments from the top down! So clearly, disregard my dentist comment. I’m so sorry!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      4 November 2021 at 6:26 pm

      Hoping that your root canal turns out like mine did… easy peasy! I only needed Advil afterwards. ????

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    • hajusuuri says:
      4 November 2021 at 6:47 pm

      Oy vey! Maybe better now so hopefully your deductible (if any) will already be covered!

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    • sistine says:
      4 November 2021 at 7:52 pm

      If a bird pooping on your head is good luck (which is what my grandma said), then breaking a tooth must be good luck as well.

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    • tulipani says:
      4 November 2021 at 8:44 pm

      Ouch, lillyjo! Good luck with all the dental work next week!

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    • missionista says:
      4 November 2021 at 10:08 pm

      Clearly the Tooth Fairy was on a coffee break while you were having your cleaning done, and since the tooth cracked and you have to get a root canal, she owes you one. She’ll bring you good luck to make up for the dental hassle.

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    • She-ra says:
      5 November 2021 at 12:47 am

      So sorry about your tooth and hope the meeting went well.

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  27. majokkobiachan says:
    4 November 2021 at 2:22 pm

    Hello fellow perfumistas!!
    Yesterday I wore some of my sample of Idole. I will be buying a FB eventually.
    But today I hunted down and purchased Shiseido Rosarium. I am so excited because I love Rosarium. Few years back I bought a large bottle and used it in no time… This is rose like no other. Just fresh, dewy rose. Even Fragrantica lists it’s notes only as a simple, unique ingredient: the rose. Photorealistic. My impression of this was the same like many people’s: Shiseido wasn’t very serious with this fragrance. But I am very serious about it. Can’t wait til my package arrives on my doorstep!!

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    • Robin says:
      4 November 2021 at 9:30 pm

      Pretty bottle, too! Looks like a L’Occitane.

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  28. foxbins says:
    4 November 2021 at 2:32 pm

    I’m wearing Cuir Cannage for another blustery, rainy day. It looks like it would be cold outside, but it’s not, just wet and windy. I saw a YouTube video about arm knitting (using your arms as the knitting needles) and I am going to give it a try this afternoon. I will have to banish the kitties to another room.

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    • SheriG says:
      4 November 2021 at 2:42 pm

      You smell divine, and have painted an interesting picture with the kitties and arm knitting. Let us know if it works!

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    • Deva says:
      4 November 2021 at 3:45 pm

      I think I’ve seen something like that…you end up with a very large stitch throw/blanket using big fluffy chenille like yarn? Looks very cozy!

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    • hajusuuri says:
      4 November 2021 at 5:02 pm

      This sounds better than knitting needles. Coumarin asked me (via IG) if I needed and I said I would likely stab myself in the eye within the first few minutes ?.

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    • She-ra says:
      5 November 2021 at 1:00 am

      Yes, cats and yarn do not mix. And then cats dislike closed doors. The story just writes itself… ?

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  29. JadainGA says:
    4 November 2021 at 2:43 pm

    Finally getting over here today…..

    Craving a little vintage goodness today, so I went with Lancome Climat. Sooooo good!

    Didn’t realize it was National Candy Day, so tonight I’ll wear Prada Candy Night for some chocolate goodness….

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    • allo says:
      4 November 2021 at 4:53 pm

      You smell great! I have a bottle of Climat from a generous NST swapper and have really enjoyed it.

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  30. lucasai says:
    4 November 2021 at 2:58 pm

    I’m in Guerlain Iris Ganache today.
    The most luxurious, creamy, chocolate-y iris in existence <3

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    • hajusuuri says:
      4 November 2021 at 3:25 pm

      Yummy!

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    • Cicely says:
      4 November 2021 at 5:36 pm

      I greatly envy your bottle ?
      I have a much treasured decant and weep when I see it go down.

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  31. jepster says:
    4 November 2021 at 3:01 pm

    Will have to haul out the last of the Halloween candy to celebrate today! I have had a week and a half already–blood work that did not go well/ flat tire that took two hours to remedy/ sore arm from flu shot/ and a very large bill from a 15 minute plumber visit!!! Friday can’t come soon enough.

    SOTD–Chergui, which I love.

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    • Jalapeno says:
      4 November 2021 at 6:22 pm

      Yeesh, what a week! ?

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      • jepster says:
        4 November 2021 at 6:24 pm

        Yes…that’s what I say!! It will only get better…

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    • sistine says:
      4 November 2021 at 7:54 pm

      Yuck. I hope tomorrow is fabulous so you can end the week on a high note!

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    • Robin says:
      4 November 2021 at 9:36 pm

      Ugh, sorry for the crap week jepster!

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    • missionista says:
      4 November 2021 at 10:10 pm

      Through it all, you smell fantastic in Chergui

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  32. cazaubon says:
    4 November 2021 at 4:54 pm

    Hmmm, candy day – I’m sampling Profumum Dolce Acqua. It smells pleasant but nothing I need to own. Sooo sick of the overcast skies and wind, I need my sun!

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    • hajusuuri says:
      4 November 2021 at 9:02 pm

      Hope you have a sunny day tomorrow. It’s been gray here but with snatches of sunshine.

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  33. hajusuuri says:
    4 November 2021 at 5:00 pm

    SOTD = Lazarus Douvos Rose 1845

    Oh my! Love this! I got it from the swapmeet from one of you good people but I won’t out her unless she volunteers. It’s rose, rose, benzoin, tonka and patchouli. It is sublime. I may do damage to the wallet …

    Speaking of damage to the wallet, I am eyeing a set of 5 x 10 mL coffret from Kilian. I was wondering if anyone would like the Angel’s Share bottle as I have a FB. Also, if someone really likes Vodka on the Rocks, it can also be available. The cost per bottle will be $40 including tax and shipping. Please dibs here and send me an email. U.S. only and no payments until I actually place the order. Thanks.

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    • hajusuuri says:
      4 November 2021 at 5:03 pm

      Here’s the IG post:

      https://www.instagram.com/p/CV3jS6-PSxR/?utm_medium=copy_link

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    • Jalapeno says:
      4 November 2021 at 7:44 pm

      You do like your benzoin and tonka.

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      • hajusuuri says:
        4 November 2021 at 9:00 pm

        I do! They ground perfumes I really love!

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    • tulipani says:
      4 November 2021 at 8:41 pm

      I’ll out myself here! I’m sooo delighted that this swap surprise was a huge success.

      And I did not get much benzoin and tonka from Rose 1845. I think it’s much happier living with you! Hee hee.

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      • hajusuuri says:
        4 November 2021 at 9:01 pm

        I got rose and patchouli first and foremost, and the tonka and benzoin gave it more body.

        I have a bottle winging its way to me so you have another enabler’s pin!

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  34. irisjasmine says:
    4 November 2021 at 5:15 pm

    Thanks for the birthday wishes yesterday! I had an awesome evening with my husband, son, and in-laws.

    So many of you are wearing awesome scents today. Bringing on the autumn roster, I guess!

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    • tulipani says:
      4 November 2021 at 8:42 pm

      Happy belated birthday! Glad to hear you had a great night with your family!

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  35. Cicely says:
    4 November 2021 at 5:32 pm

    Hi NSTers

    SOTD were Santal Pao Rosa in one wrist and Rose Cherie in the other. None really convinces me, Pao Rosa is a bit too raspy woody (is this the oud?) and I prefer French Kiss to Rose Cherie because it is a bit denser and sweeter ( though these 2 perfumes are really very similar). Now I’m curling with my cat who is not too impressed by the fireworks.. happy Diwali!

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    • Robin says:
      4 November 2021 at 11:33 pm

      Poor kitty!!

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  36. majokkobiachan says:
    4 November 2021 at 5:53 pm

    I am in Chinatown today. One of my faves – I don’t know that I own any perfume that smells like candy. Ooops I do in a way – two that have a chocolate praline note – Acqua di Parma Arancia di Capri and Lancome Oud Bouquet. Well, too late now.

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    • missionista says:
      4 November 2021 at 10:12 pm

      Chinatown is very sweet on me–I’d call it a candy scent.

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  37. Jalapeno says:
    4 November 2021 at 6:20 pm

    Running late today! But I did manage to get a grocery run in this afternoon before the clouds thickened up. No rain, just grey.

    SOTD = back in Agent Provocateur.

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    • hajusuuri says:
      4 November 2021 at 6:49 pm

      Woohoo – you and AP!

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  38. Vee says:
    4 November 2021 at 6:47 pm

    SOTD is CdG Energy C Lime. I chose it because it happened to be sitting on my work desk, but it was fortuitous because work was marathon of sprints today and a happy little boost of a scent was nice. To me this is lime for a little while, then jasmine for a little while, then gone.

    The crazy work thing I’ve been waiting on for weeks finally happened this morning and was 500 pages long. The problem was that the calls with questions about it started at 9:20 and didn’t stop all day. I can read fast, but not THAT fast!

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    • hajusuuri says:
      4 November 2021 at 6:49 pm

      Hopefully, tomorrow would be better!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      4 November 2021 at 7:43 pm

      Yeeeeeeek!

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    • sistine says:
      4 November 2021 at 7:55 pm

      ?

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  39. Gail says:
    4 November 2021 at 7:34 pm

    Wearing Reglisse Noire for candy day! I was the weirdo who liked all the licorice candies that no one else wanted!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      4 November 2021 at 7:43 pm

      I *hated* black licorice as a kid, but ended up liking it a lot as an adult.

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      • Gail says:
        4 November 2021 at 10:26 pm

        It definitely isn’t sweet like regular candy so most likely was a acquired taste for many. We even had ‘salty’ licorice as kids; that had more of a learning curve of appreciation.

        My Dad and I shared the licorice-tooth!

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    • She-ra says:
      5 November 2021 at 1:06 am

      Love this comment. ?

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  40. sistine says:
    4 November 2021 at 7:55 pm

    Those lollipops look great!

    Lake again today. It’s suddenly dropped into the 40s, so I’m looking forward to my weekend perfumes.

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    • Robin says:
      4 November 2021 at 11:33 pm

      I am not usually a huge fan of lollipops, but I think they look great too.

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  41. tulipani says:
    4 November 2021 at 8:14 pm

    I’ve had two very stressful days at work, and very happy to try to put them behind me and catch up on comments here.

    I received two swap/freebie packages last night and they were such a terrific distraction from work. Thank you, NSTers!

    Today I wore Habanita for the first time. It’s so great. It’s not as powdery as I expected it to be, smells old and classy in the best way!

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    • Robin says:
      4 November 2021 at 11:34 pm

      Yay for Habanita!

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  42. Nancyleandros says:
    4 November 2021 at 11:20 pm

    ELDO I Am Trash today. ? ? ?

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    • Robin says:
      4 November 2021 at 11:34 pm

      Points!

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  43. She-ra says:
    4 November 2021 at 11:25 pm

    Ugh…a busy day…sadly no time for comments…perhaps I will be the last to post?

    I tried Lubin Magda today from a dabber…underwhelming in a word. ;) Sweet and on the synthetic side…maybe it would be better if sprayed.

    Tomorrow is Friday. Almost. Here. :)

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