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Friday scent of the day 3/4

Posted by Robin on 4 March 2022 238 Comments

It's Friday and National Grammar Day. Our community project for today: to mark Women's History Month, wear a perfume by your favorite female perfumer. (In 2018 we marked the occasion by wearing a fragrance by perfumer Germaine Cellier or Josephine Catapano.)

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

I'm in D'Orsay Vouloir être ailleurs (formerly Tilleul) from perfumer Olivia Giacobetti.

Reminder: 3/11 is the two year anniversary of the day the WHO declared the Covid-19 pandemic. Wear whatever fragrance you think fits.

And for those of you who like to plan ahead, see Scent of the day ~ Friday community projects 2022, where I'll try to always have the next five or six weeks mapped out in advance.

Note: top image is Lindenblüten (03) [cropped] by Rüdiger Stehn at flickr; some rights reserved.

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  1. happy888cat says:
    4 March 2022 at 9:06 am

    Good morning and TGIF!
    Today I am wearing Daniela Andrier again but in Candy.
    Currently waiting for my coffee to steep. Bean is kopi luwak.

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    • madtowngirl says:
      4 March 2022 at 11:06 am

      Perfumer twin!?

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      • lucasai says:
        4 March 2022 at 12:24 pm

        Me three!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      4 March 2022 at 6:37 pm

      Let’s make it a perfumer quartet!

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  2. pyramus says:
    4 March 2022 at 9:17 am

    From the incomparable Sophia Grojsman, vintage EL Spellbound, a big, rounded floral oriental, not a sharp edge anywhere. I loved it the instant I smelled it — it pushed every button, as if it were custom-made for me. At least half a dozen of her creations have felt like that; it’s uncanny.

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    • ringthing says:
      4 March 2022 at 9:36 am

      I can’t remember how Spellbound smells, it’s been many years since I tried it. Glad it’s tailor made for you!

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    • happy888cat says:
      4 March 2022 at 9:49 am

      Spellbound is beautiful. I love it also and the name is just perfect. You smell great!

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    • DolceVita says:
      4 March 2022 at 4:44 pm

      Oh thank you for this – I had no idea until today that she had done so many perfumes for EL, thought YSL was her main one, this is very good to know!

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  3. ringthing says:
    4 March 2022 at 9:35 am

    Wearing just a spritz of Zoologist Hummingbird by Shelley Waddington while I attempt to get to the soap store again today. And I’m headed to the chocolate shop and ending up at my favorite thrift store. Yesterday I went to the grocery store for the first time in over a year, even before foot surgery we’ve been doing grocery pick up. It felt weird but good, too, more normal even though I still wore a mask.

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    • Nancyleandros says:
      4 March 2022 at 12:07 pm

      Your day sounds like so much fun! Enjoy your excursions, ringthing. ?

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    • Robin says:
      4 March 2022 at 12:25 pm

      I enjoyed a year of not shopping, but it is nice to pick out your own food!

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  4. J B says:
    4 March 2022 at 10:00 am

    Happy Friyay!
    Jada,where are you guuurl??
    SOTD!
    Vanille de la Terre from Wick Fragrances.This will become a solid favorite of mine.I finally(!!!) found a vetiver I love!Gorgeous vanilla-vetiver and spice.Totally unisex,absolutely sexy.It ticks all my boxes for fragrance,sillage,longevity…
    Perfumer Lauren Graham.This girl has talent,I love her way of doing business,and her careful approach to new products,although she does go bold with releases!Reine du Volcan!Night Call!Fabulous Human!And todays’ perfume,all solid,well-crafted perfumes.LoveLove.
    Look out for Wick Fragrances.Trust me.
    XO’s

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    • Pallida Dreams says:
      4 March 2022 at 12:19 pm

      I have to try these Wick fragrances. They sound wonderful!

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      • J B says:
        4 March 2022 at 12:35 pm

        I hope you do ASAP!????

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    • Robin says:
      4 March 2022 at 12:25 pm

      Oh good, nice to find a new, decent brand.

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      • J B says:
        4 March 2022 at 12:39 pm

        Yes.She’s a standout.I’m superproud that she is proudly ?? as well,I always love reading about the love you guys have for the indie perfumers like Laurie Erickson,Shelley Waddington,Mandy Aftel,DSH perfumes…Good to have a local representative of that calibre!

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    • Kanuka says:
      4 March 2022 at 1:51 pm

      I hope these ship internationally one day. I looked at the website and they all sound good. Enjoy your weekend!

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      • J B says:
        4 March 2022 at 3:41 pm

        Happy weekend Kanuka!
        I’ve been pushing the international agenda with Wick for quite some time,haha!I’ve told her about the interest here!(Not afilliated,just to be clear,just a happily paying customer!)

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    • socks says:
      4 March 2022 at 7:28 pm

      That sounds lovely! I hope we can get these in the US eventually.

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      • J B says:
        5 March 2022 at 2:11 am

        I hope so as well!??✌?❣️??

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  5. NinaV says:
    4 March 2022 at 10:09 am

    SOTD in Love, Chloé from Louise Turner and Nathalie Gracia-Cetto.
    Happy Friday ?

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    • Robin says:
      4 March 2022 at 12:25 pm

      I did like that one 🙂

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      • NinaV says:
        4 March 2022 at 3:09 pm

        It wasn’t love at first sniff, but with time it really grew on me.

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        • lillyjo says:
          4 March 2022 at 9:24 pm

          By time it grew on me it had unfortunately become unavailable. ☹

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          • Jalapeno says:
            4 March 2022 at 10:11 pm

            I might be able to help you out with that lillyjo, if you are still looking for Love, Chloe. I have a rollerball in my stash…

  6. thegoddessrena says:
    4 March 2022 at 10:12 am

    Exultat from Maria Candide Gentile for me today

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    • Robin says:
      4 March 2022 at 12:26 pm

      Ah, you smell great today!

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  7. PriscillaE says:
    4 March 2022 at 10:19 am

    I’m in Jo Malone Wild Bluebell, by Christine Nagel, because that was the sample that I pulled from my stash of almost gone decants and samples. Pretty enough.

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    • Robin says:
      4 March 2022 at 12:27 pm

      Pretty enough is a perfect description of Wild Bluebell.

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  8. MMKinPA says:
    4 March 2022 at 10:22 am

    I chose Colorado by Dawn Spencer Hurwitz. It’s due to warm up tomorrow but still cold today. This one smells just like its name.

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    • Robin says:
      4 March 2022 at 12:31 pm

      We are supposed to be in the 70s on Sunday…but I don’t care, I’m leaving town for warmer climes on Monday.

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  9. Deva says:
    4 March 2022 at 10:27 am

    Naja by Vero Profumo today.

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    • Robin says:
      4 March 2022 at 12:32 pm

      Good pick, I did all mainstream fragrance & flavor company perfumers this week and glad to see all the indies strongly represented here!

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  10. Glannys says:
    4 March 2022 at 10:40 am

    No scent. Sorry to everyone who replied to my previous post. I know I did not reply to you, but I think you are all great.

    My mum, cat and I are still ok. Although I must admit I am scared.

    On the bright side, there are a lot of good people. A few days ago our gas heater stopped working, so we remained without heating and hot water. I called a repair man. Not only he refused to take any money but also said that if we need any help (like groceries), we should give him a call. ❤

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    • lillyjo says:
      4 March 2022 at 10:48 am

      Thank God for good people!
      Sending my prayers Glannys.

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    • madtowngirl says:
      4 March 2022 at 11:04 am

      Echoing lillyjo. Stay safe!

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    • J B says:
      4 March 2022 at 11:07 am

      There still are good people out there Glannys.Sending hugs and I hope this disaster ends soon.
      Online/In-the-street protests are stil going strong in South Africa,even if our goverment doesn’t have the balls to take an actual stand.
      Mia Melange is making fabulous baskets weaved in the ?? colors,the proceeds are going towards relief aid 100%.My favorite swimshort maker also made cool t’s stating “F*K WAR” with your flag,and mine is on it’s way.
      XO’s

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      • J B says:
        4 March 2022 at 11:32 am

        https://instagram.com/stories/granadilla.swim/2786405367098166431?utm_source=ig_story_item_share&utm_medium=share_sheet

        I hope posting the link is OK Robin,please remove if not.If anyone is interested in a T.Chris Gayle also LOVE my favorite swimshorts,by the way!Haha!

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        • Robin says:
          4 March 2022 at 12:29 pm

          It is ok. I did asterisk the profanity in your prior post, which is completely ridiculous of me but there you are 🙂

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          • J B says:
            4 March 2022 at 12:31 pm

            And here we are,and I love you for it!?❣️✌?

      • Glannys says:
        4 March 2022 at 1:59 pm

        Thanks so much. We need all kind of help. I appreicate all charities.

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        • J B says:
          4 March 2022 at 3:42 pm

          I wish we could do more Glannys,but if you need to talk and are able to,please say HI here at NST as often as possible!!XO’s

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    • adanst says:
      4 March 2022 at 11:10 am

      I’m glad you and your immediate family are ok.
      You all are in our thoughts. Stay safe Glannys!
      ❤️❤️❤️

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    • DolceVita says:
      4 March 2022 at 11:30 am

      Sending love and peace to you and all Ukrainians.

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    • springpansy says:
      4 March 2022 at 11:35 am

      I love to hear about those little bright spots – good people stepping up. I am continuing to pray for all of you in Ukraine.

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    • Deva says:
      4 March 2022 at 11:37 am

      Happy to know you are okay! Thanks for posting. ??

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    • cazaubon says:
      4 March 2022 at 11:48 am

      Happy to hear you are okay, how wonderful about the repair man.

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    • mayfly says:
      4 March 2022 at 11:56 am

      Sending you thoughts and prayers Glannys , so glad to hear you and your mum and cat are ok.

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    • LizzieB says:
      4 March 2022 at 12:00 pm

      Thank you for the update Glannys. My local candle company is selling candles colored for your flag and simply labeled Ukraine. The owner is Ukrainian and she’s sending profits from to a Ukrainian organization. They’ve been stunned by the response and are working round the clock to fulfill orders. Please know so many folks are thinking of you.

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      • Glannys says:
        4 March 2022 at 2:01 pm

        Glad to hear people care and are trying to help. Thank you!

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    • Nancyleandros says:
      4 March 2022 at 12:29 pm

      It’s so good to hear you’re okay, Glannys. Stay strong.

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    • Robin says:
      4 March 2022 at 12:30 pm

      Glannys, your post made me tear up. So glad you are well.

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    • Desirae says:
      4 March 2022 at 12:52 pm

      Be safe Glannys!

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    • apsara says:
      4 March 2022 at 1:33 pm

      please stay safe.

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    • Aurora says:
      4 March 2022 at 1:37 pm

      Sending virtual hugs, I’m sure you’re very courageous.

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      • Glannys says:
        4 March 2022 at 1:57 pm

        Thank you, but I cannot accept this compliment. I am a coward. I stay because I feel there is nowhere safe to go (especially with a pet).

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    • Gaynor says:
      4 March 2022 at 1:55 pm

      I’m very glad to hear you’re OK, the images coming out of Ukraine are dreadful.

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    • Kanuka says:
      4 March 2022 at 2:06 pm

      We are so far away from you but Ukraine is in our thoughts here in NZ . Your strength is incredible.

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    • Laila says:
      4 March 2022 at 3:31 pm

      Echoing everyone’s stay safe wishes and virtual hugs. We are all with you in spirit. ?

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    • Gail says:
      4 March 2022 at 5:13 pm

      Adding my hugs and prayers, Glannys.

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    • Jalapeno says:
      4 March 2022 at 6:33 pm

      Keeping you and all of Ukraine in my thoughts and prayers Glannys.

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    • tulipani says:
      4 March 2022 at 6:52 pm

      Thanks for your touching update, Glannys. I’m sending you lots of strength! Stay safe!

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    • socks says:
      4 March 2022 at 7:33 pm

      My heart is with all of you in Ukraine and I hope this ends soon.

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    • AnnE says:
      4 March 2022 at 8:54 pm

      Granny’s, here’s to hoping that all good people will rally to your side. ????
      Thanks for posting!

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      • AnnE says:
        4 March 2022 at 8:55 pm

        Glannys

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    • hajusuuri says:
      4 March 2022 at 9:09 pm

      Wow! Glad you and your mom and your cat are doing okay. There are still good people on this earth

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  11. NinaV says:
    4 March 2022 at 10:52 am

    Adding my prayers ?♥️??

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    • NinaV says:
      4 March 2022 at 10:56 am

      For Glannys and all the good people.

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  12. SheriG says:
    4 March 2022 at 10:54 am

    SOTMoment is Costes, composed by Olivia Giacobetti. Our home repair/paint project wrapped up yesterday, at long last, so much of today will be filled with putting things back where they belong. It’s amazing how soul-satisfying it is to have things in order — my brain unkinked a little just having the coffee maker back where it belongs! Post shower I will probably spritz Philosykos, also by Giacobetti, and enjoy the lack of contractors and drop-cloths. ?

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    • madtowngirl says:
      4 March 2022 at 11:03 am

      Enjoy! That has to be a good feeling!

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      • SheriG says:
        4 March 2022 at 12:49 pm

        Oh my god, so good!

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    • Robin says:
      4 March 2022 at 12:35 pm

      Yay!!! I love that feeling too, plus you smell great and we are perfumer twins 🙂

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      • SheriG says:
        4 March 2022 at 12:59 pm

        Hi twin! I’ve had trouble with the small number of linden scents I’ve sampled, and should probably give your SOTD a whirl, along with Pretty Machine.

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        • Robin says:
          4 March 2022 at 1:19 pm

          Grand Chalet is lovely too, but possibly you just don’t like linden.

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    • tulipani says:
      4 March 2022 at 6:53 pm

      Congrats on being done! And enjoy your house this weekend!

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    • socks says:
      4 March 2022 at 7:34 pm

      Hooray, it’s done!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      4 March 2022 at 8:07 pm

      W00t w00t w00t for being done with the painting!

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    • Old Herbaceous says:
      4 March 2022 at 8:46 pm

      Congratulations!!

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  13. madtowngirl says:
    4 March 2022 at 11:02 am

    I’m in Prada Un Chant D’Amour by perfumer Daniela (Roche) Andrier. This one falls into the category smells like fancy soap. I really like it but wish it lasted longer, I did do 8 sprays today so we shall see. Also wish the price tag was about a third of what it is. That’s what decants are for.
    Watched the season finale of Schitt’s Creek last night and it was a tear jerker.? I fell in love with all those quirky characters and I’m really going to miss them. We started bingeing the series when my college girl was home over winter break. It’s one of those series that I’m guessing I will watch again. It’s just so good. Also fell in love with their message of family, friends and love, because really at the end of the day that’s what it all comes down to, isn’t it?❤️

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    • springpansy says:
      4 March 2022 at 11:36 am

      Yes to your last sentence–for sure!

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    • Robin says:
      4 March 2022 at 12:35 pm

      I watched it twice!

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      • ockeghem says:
        4 March 2022 at 2:29 pm

        Me too!

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  14. springpansy says:
    4 March 2022 at 11:27 am

    I’m in Theorema (Christine Nagel). Although it’s one of my favorite perfumes, I wouldn’t say that Christine is my favorite nose. That’s okay–it’s Friday, I just finished an incredible yoga class and I’m planning to bake Smitten Kitchen’s carrot “cake” (as a breakfast bread–I cut the sugar a bit and include some whole wheat flour) which I’m sure I have posted about before. So delicious.
    https://smittenkitchen.com/2014/10/carrot-cake-with-cider-and-olive-oil/

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    • LizzieB says:
      4 March 2022 at 12:01 pm

      I ❤️ Smitten Kitchen

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      • Nancyleandros says:
        4 March 2022 at 12:31 pm

        Me too, LizzieB! Her banana bread recipes are fab.

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    • SheriG says:
      4 March 2022 at 12:48 pm

      Well, okay … I just spent an hour or so on the Smitten Kitchen site, lemming absolutely everything, and now I have to (a) find my loaf pans, (b) buy a food processor, and (c) convince Mr. G to cede some kitchen time to me (he’s the chef around here). Who said retirement would be boring? ?

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      • springpansy says:
        4 March 2022 at 1:36 pm

        😀

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    • ockeghem says:
      4 March 2022 at 2:30 pm

      I love her stuff, but rarely bake, so haven’t used many of her cake / baking recipes. The ones I have used have been good, though! Her mains are also very good.

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      • springpansy says:
        4 March 2022 at 4:11 pm

        Yes, we like her mains and other dishes also. NYT food and Smitten Kitchen are my top two online meal idea/recipe sources!

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  15. apsara says:
    4 March 2022 at 11:31 am

    Friday, yay!
    End of first week of new project.
    SOTD is MM Petra by Cécile Zarokian.

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    • springpansy says:
      4 March 2022 at 11:38 am

      Would love to hear your thoughts on Petra. I recently received a sample of Madeleine and find it really interesting. I’d like to explore Masque Milano a bit more.

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      • apsara says:
        4 March 2022 at 1:43 pm

        I like Petra a lot. While it doesn’t smell like Petra to me, I love incense. This is not a dark, heavy incense, but rather bone dry like hot sun on rock. Maybe that’s her Petra.

        Its’ light and actually has a bit of citrus freshness at the opening.

        The sillage is about normal and longevity is good for 10 hours.
        it will shapeshift into leather.
        the bottle is beautiful, I would add.

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        • springpansy says:
          4 March 2022 at 2:19 pm

          Thx!

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    • DolceVita says:
      4 March 2022 at 11:48 am

      Hope it is a good project for you and that you can celebrate this weekend!

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  16. adanst says:
    4 March 2022 at 11:36 am

    Good morning NST!

    I’m about to go for a walk but later I will be wearing the amazing Opardu, created by Annie Buzantian.
    We’re expecting temperatures in the mid 70s and magnolias are in full bloom.
    Normally my heart would be singing, but, considering the broad context, it is far from doing so.

    Undina, if you’re reading this, please know that I’ve been thinking about you and your family and friends in Ukraine.
    Same goes for Victoria at BdJ.

    Wishing everyone a peaceful weekend!

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    • Robin says:
      4 March 2022 at 12:38 pm

      It is very hard to feel light-hearted at the moment. At times like this I sort of can’t believe I am blogging about perfume; my only feeling is that people do need a break (assuming they can get one) at times like these more than ever. Feeble excuse…

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      • adanst says:
        4 March 2022 at 1:35 pm

        Robin, keeping this blog going is a service to our small community of perfume lovers and we thank you for it. ❤️

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        • springpansy says:
          4 March 2022 at 1:37 pm

          Second this.

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          • apsara says:
            4 March 2022 at 1:44 pm

            agree.

        • Aurora says:
          4 March 2022 at 1:43 pm

          Oh yes, I feel the same about it.

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          • NinaV says:
            4 March 2022 at 3:14 pm

            Me too!

      • TeaInTheGarden says:
        4 March 2022 at 2:31 pm

        Oh, yes, people definitely need a place to share their joys. And even more so when other parts of live have gone sideways. I’m grateful to you and this community!

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      • Robin says:
        4 March 2022 at 2:55 pm

        Thanks everyone, I didn’t mean to be asking for sympathy…it is hard for everyone I’m sure, to go about your daily activities while frantically checking the latest headlines.

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        • J B says:
          4 March 2022 at 3:58 pm

          I keep re-reading Glannys’ post,and I cannot help but tear up myself.
          BUT we NEED this blog,as a tiny beacon of light during all these horrible times.At least,we still have perfume.And NST.
          ❣️?????✌?

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        • Jalapeno says:
          4 March 2022 at 6:30 pm

          Robin, when times are dark, things of beauty and joy are even more precious. And this blog falls into those categories.

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      • Laila says:
        4 March 2022 at 3:43 pm

        It’s hardly a feeble excuse, Robin, but rather a positive way to stay strong by savoring each moment of that which gives us joy each day, as we are made fully aware of the preciousness of life by the innocents in danger of losing theirs. Thank you for this beautiful place. ?

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  17. Oakland Fresca says:
    4 March 2022 at 11:37 am

    Playing along in Poudre de Musc Intense by Patricia de Nicolaï today.

    Had a fun exchange with a waiter last night. 35K people lost power around Oakland in the evening yesterday, so my husband and met at a nearby restaurant for dinner. Our very cute waiter gasped audibly and demanded to know what perfume I was wearing. (You know I loved it!) Turns out he had worked in a perfume shop in Alaska before moving to CA. We got to chatting (of course!) and I introduced him to Sonoma Scent Studio (my Champagne de Bois was still going strong) and also told him about Mandy Aftel’s Archive of Curious Scents. 🙂 🙂 🙂 !

    And, I am repeating my offer 🙂 :

    Last week, I purchased a bottle of 30 year old L’air du Temps edt. It is a large bottle and I am no aficionado of this perfume. I want to offer up to ten, 5 ml decants to NST regulars based CONUS. The deal is you have to swap me back 5 mls (less is okay too) of a perfume you love (but not one of those, ‘it doesn’t work for me but others love it.’ For this swap, you have to love and wear the perfume you send me!) If you are interested, email me your name and address, and NST handle 🙂 ). I am: ann dottie eisenberg attagirl comcast dottie net

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    • Nancyleandros says:
      4 March 2022 at 12:38 pm

      What a delightful conversation that must have been! Good job telling him about SSS and Mandy’s amazing museum. I hope you have your power on again by now. ?

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  18. DolceVita says:
    4 March 2022 at 11:38 am

    Dear perfume people, today I am wearing THREE favourite perfumes by three wonderful noses: began in a cloud of Youth Dew (old bottle, Josephine Catapano, for my dearest aunt), have just put on Paris (treasured bottle from my teens, Sophia Grojsman, for my wonderful mother) and tonight I will wear Fracas (new bottle, Germaine Cellier) erm, for myself… ☺️

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    • springpansy says:
      4 March 2022 at 11:46 am

      Wonderful choices and multiple CP points! Love the connection with your aunt and mother.

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      • DolceVita says:
        4 March 2022 at 4:36 pm

        Thank you springpansy! They are two extraordinary women and to have them in my life is a great source of joy. And as for the evening perfume plan, I added only a tiny drop of Fracas as both of the other perfumes have not faded in the slightest ?

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    • Jalapeno says:
      4 March 2022 at 8:04 pm

      Three heavy hitters for you today! Wow!

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  19. cazaubon says:
    4 March 2022 at 11:51 am

    I’m wearing Nars Audacious by Olivia Giacobetti. Lots of rain and not much sleep last night. Today I am going to pull out my boxes of backup bottles and see what I can sell. They’ve been down in the basement for years and will never be used. Time to get real.

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    • Robin says:
      4 March 2022 at 1:20 pm

      Ack, completely forgot she did that one, and now I can’t even remember reading anything about it after it launched, although I must have. Is it great?

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      • cazaubon says:
        4 March 2022 at 11:50 pm

        It is immediately recognizable as a Giacobetti, and reminds me a lot of her own work for IUNX. More of an ethereal scent, as is her style.

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        • Robin says:
          5 March 2022 at 8:55 pm

          Thanks! I need to remember to look for it this year.

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    • Aurora says:
      4 March 2022 at 1:49 pm

      Hope you will have a restorative night, and that’s a great project about not needed back-up bottles.

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      • cazaubon says:
        4 March 2022 at 11:51 pm

        Thank you, I hope so too!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      4 March 2022 at 8:02 pm

      Good luck with the BUB reduction project!

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      • cazaubon says:
        4 March 2022 at 11:51 pm

        As an instinctive hoarder, it will be difficult…

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  20. mayfly says:
    4 March 2022 at 11:59 am

    I forgot about project and am wearing Ostara today, to inject some spring sunshine into a drizzly grey day.

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    • Robin says:
      4 March 2022 at 2:56 pm

      Just as important as cp points ?

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  21. Nancyleandros says:
    4 March 2022 at 12:03 pm

    I’m in White Linen by Sophia Grosjman, from a very cute mini.

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    • DolceVita says:
      4 March 2022 at 4:38 pm

      No! Really? That’s one of hers? I love that perfume! I hope you feel wonderful today!

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  22. Dawn says:
    4 March 2022 at 12:04 pm

    It’s a chilly day but a sunny one today. Woke up in Hedonist and currently in Deneuve. Looking forward to having 2 days off after today.

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    • Robin says:
      4 March 2022 at 9:51 pm

      Yay for a free weekend!

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  23. LizzieB says:
    4 March 2022 at 12:12 pm

    The two women perfumers who come to mind for me are Patricia Nicolai and Laurie Erickson of SSS. They created some of my favorite scents. The kind I would likely bring to that desert island.

    But…today is a Christine Nagel day for me. I was looking for my little bottle of Twilly when a sample of Galop caught my eye. So Galop it is. I’d buy this. It’s a good one. She also created Gourmand Coquin, which is delicious,

    Enjoyed seeing Drive My Car. And am thankful for theaters with recliners, because it comes in at a short 2 hrs 59 minutes. It never dragged for me. Filmed beautifully and a scene toward the end is simply lovely. I wish I’d been a bit more familiar with Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya. (My favorite 3 hour film remains A Hidden Life by Malick – a movie that made me break down crying in the lobby after.)

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    • Robin says:
      4 March 2022 at 9:54 pm

      I feel like I have lost my desire to go to the movies entirely…I don’t think I could sit through a 3 hour movie anymore. Too used to watching everything at home now, where I can pause at will?

      But that movie does look wonderful, hope to see it.

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      • Robin says:
        4 March 2022 at 10:18 pm

        (And for anyone else curious, it is streaming on HBO Max)

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      • cazaubon says:
        4 March 2022 at 11:53 pm

        Me neither, can’t be bothered to go out to a theatre.

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  24. Desirae says:
    4 March 2022 at 12:18 pm

    It was Sophia Grojsman or Laurie Erickson for me today, and the Grojsman was on a lower shelf so I’m wearing Yvresse. Such a nice, bubbly thing without being too sweet.

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    • Robin says:
      4 March 2022 at 9:54 pm

      Perfect!

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  25. Pallida Dreams says:
    4 March 2022 at 12:25 pm

    I was so tempted to go with Safran Troublant – I pretty much love everything Olivia Giacobetti has done. Instead, I went with Mona di Orio Vanille. It’s boozy and spicy and oddball, which is perfect for a cold and sunny day. Mona di Orio is a great one to celebrate, imo. Who knows how magnificent her catalog would be if she was still with us?

    I’m loving reading about what everyone else is wearing. This is another great SOTD challenge.

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    • J B says:
      4 March 2022 at 12:34 pm

      Oh,I have a couple of Mona’s originals that I absolutely adore!!

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  26. lucasai says:
    4 March 2022 at 12:25 pm

    Kudos to Daniela Andrier for composing Prada Infusion d’Homme that I’m wearing today.

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    • hajusuuri says:
      4 March 2022 at 8:58 pm

      Must have brought back good memories!

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  27. AnnieA says:
    4 March 2022 at 12:33 pm

    Wearing a spritz of PdN Baikal Leather, which has this late winter/early spring, crocuses popping out of the last of the snow feeling.

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    • Robin says:
      4 March 2022 at 9:55 pm

      Nice to see PdN so well represented this week 🙂

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  28. TeaInTheGarden says:
    4 March 2022 at 12:33 pm

    I’m in Diptyque Philosykos by Olivia Giacobetti.

    We’ve been in Nashville since the beginning of January, but now it time to head back into Illinois. Gotta pack. (Boo!) And too bad, because spring is moving in here, and it’s lovely.

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    • Laila says:
      4 March 2022 at 3:49 pm

      I’m in Illinois, too, and Spring is on the way here, too. All our snow has melted, temps up to near 70 tomorrow, my snowdrops are up and other bulbs are just beginning to push through, and the Cardinals are ? away. Welcome back!

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  29. Lisa D says:
    4 March 2022 at 12:46 pm

    I’m CP compliant in the very vanilla Ouis Plus! by Terri Bozzo.

    Happy Friday, all!

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    • Robin says:
      4 March 2022 at 9:56 pm

      Have not heard of it but I’m sure you smell wonderful! Plus, of course, vanilla.

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  30. Vee says:
    4 March 2022 at 1:14 pm

    This was a great CP – I have been loving reading about everyone’s choices all week. I went with Saturday and Sunday today (one on each wrist) by Cecile Hua for Arielle Shoshana. I imagine AS was heavily involved in the process, so it felt like a double whammy.

    Drinking a pu’er today. All of my tea pot strainers were in the dishwasher this morning, so I put the leaves directly in the pot and am letting them stay in there. I know it is just asking for stewed tea, but eh.

    Finished watching Someone, Somewhere on HBO last night and I highly recommend it, especially for anyone who likes Better Things. Same vibe of realistic (and imperfect) characters portrayed in a way that respects their humanity. This has more straightforward, linear narrative than BT’s somewhat experimental structure.

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    • Robin says:
      4 March 2022 at 9:57 pm

      Double points, why not?

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  31. galbanumgal says:
    4 March 2022 at 1:45 pm

    Wearing Goutal’s Heure Exquise (Isabelle Doyen). Irisy, sandalwoody goodness.

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    • Aurora says:
      4 March 2022 at 1:53 pm

      You smell great.

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    • hajusuuri says:
      4 March 2022 at 8:56 pm

      I recently found my bottle of the EDP. The box was signed by Isabelle Doyen when she was in NY a few years back.

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      • Jalapeno says:
        4 March 2022 at 10:08 pm

        Oooooooooooooooooooooh, NICE!

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  32. Aurora says:
    4 March 2022 at 1:56 pm

    I had decided on Trésor for the CP but wasn’t in the mood so instead I’m still compliant in vintage Jolie Madame.

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    • Jalapeno says:
      4 March 2022 at 6:26 pm

      Tresor, whether vintage or not, requires a certain frame of mind for me too.

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      • Aurora says:
        4 March 2022 at 6:46 pm

        It can be overwhelming ?

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  33. tannina says:
    4 March 2022 at 2:00 pm

    I went vintage Zen EdC from Catapano. I dont have a favorite female perfumer, but this scent reminds me of the mid-eighties, when i wore it. I also had Feminité du Bois, but i liked Zen better.

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  34. Gaynor says:
    4 March 2022 at 2:05 pm

    I think today will be PdN’s Maharanih Intense, I’m still finishing breakfast post-shower and there’s always the possibility that I’ll change my mind.
    Thank you for the best wishes for our cat. Phaedra is doing well after surgery, but not pleased with the world. Everytime she shakes her head vigourously, she falls over, she has a protective collar over her shoulders (looks like a little cape), and we have to give her daily pills for two months. Yesterday’s effort was hideous for everyone, but we’ll get better at it 🙂

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    • Kanuka says:
      4 March 2022 at 2:11 pm

      Oh dear, poor Phaedra. And poor you.

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    • Laila says:
      4 March 2022 at 3:52 pm

      Wishing brighter days ahead for you and Phaedra. Sending her a kitty hug from my three ???.

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    • Jalapeno says:
      4 March 2022 at 6:25 pm

      Oh yuck! Having to pill a cat is up there with stepping on a Lego for unpleasant things in my book. Best of luck with the kitty meds! ?

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    • hajusuuri says:
      4 March 2022 at 8:54 pm

      Glad she’s on the mend.

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    • apsara says:
      4 March 2022 at 10:02 pm

      I love your kittehs name.

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    • Gail says:
      4 March 2022 at 10:05 pm

      Awww, good luck with the pills.

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  35. Kanuka says:
    4 March 2022 at 2:09 pm

    It’s Saturday and if I had a bespoke perfume it would be called, “Still in Bed”. But By the Fireplace -Marie Salamagne – is close enough.

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    • Robin says:
      4 March 2022 at 9:58 pm

      Excellent!

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  36. ockeghem says:
    4 March 2022 at 2:35 pm

    It’s a sunny day & we’re supposed to get above 10C today, so it feels like spring! I also slept a full nine hours last night, and feel good this morning. I think I’ll walk downtown when I take my glasses in to be fixed, to soak up some sun and vitamin D. (Also looking forward to not having a giant spot in the middle of my vision in my 3-month old glasses.)

    Prescriptives Calyx for me, by Sophia Grosjman.

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    • tulipani says:
      4 March 2022 at 3:22 pm

      You smell wonderful! So many of Grosjman’s scents remind me of my teen years: Calyx, White Linen, Exclamation. All so wonderful.

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    • Gail says:
      4 March 2022 at 5:28 pm

      Oh, you smell great! That was on my list of candidates; its such a fun scent.

      Hope you get your glasses fixed!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      4 March 2022 at 8:00 pm

      Calyx is a wonderful warm weather scent!

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  37. nebbe says:
    4 March 2022 at 2:47 pm

    Amouge Lilac Love Woman from a sample. It is very pretty, and so chewy you could eat it. Getting some powdery vanilla donuts from it, not complaining about that at all. Might need to scrub in a bit though, since it is very thick and maybe a little overpowering in this weather. Think it would be better in the very cold. I do feel a bit smothered by thick scents. Beautiful, but thick.

    Would buy Guerlain Terracotta before this. In fact, probably going to take myself over to Surrender to Chance for a little happy friday decant shopping.

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    • Robin says:
      4 March 2022 at 9:59 pm

      Terracotta is nice to have 🙂

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  38. tulipani says:
    4 March 2022 at 3:20 pm

    I’m in Olivia Giacobetti’s Safran Troublant. I don’t think I can pick one favorite female perfumer, but Giacobetti would be up there on the list for sure. I will sample her Audacious again in the next day or two as well. I’ve only tried it once and recently someone on Instagram mentioned a banana note, which I didn’t pick up! So I’ll give it another sniff.

    Speaking of bananas…. I had to run an onerous errand this morning, but it brought me close to a bakery famous for its fresh banana cake. I had to grab a slice of course. Pixel might know this place, it’s near her neck of the woods. I’m very much looking forward to digging in later this afternoon!

    Happy Friday to all.

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    • hajusuuri says:
      4 March 2022 at 8:52 pm

      I kept eyeing pastries but have resisted so far…as I contemplate eating a scoop of ice cream as I have several pints…

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    • Robin says:
      4 March 2022 at 10:00 pm

      I don’t know that I have one single favorite either, but she was one of the first I started to “follow”…that is, try to test whatever she made.

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  39. foxbins says:
    4 March 2022 at 3:29 pm

    I’m wearing Salome this morning, I think Liz Moores is a genius. On my walk this morning, I saw a little sea turtle in the canal. He was sunning himself a bit and then dove down to cool off.

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    • Deva says:
      4 March 2022 at 8:38 pm

      Smelling fab. I guess she has no plans to create any additional perfumes for awhile after the release of Hera. Makes me sad, but I understand. ?

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      • hajusuuri says:
        4 March 2022 at 8:50 pm

        What the — I must have missed the news!

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        • cazaubon says:
          4 March 2022 at 11:57 pm

          Yeah, on FB she said she would take a break for a while after Hera is released May 17th. I think it’s a fine idea.

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  40. Gail says:
    4 March 2022 at 3:51 pm

    I’m CP compliant, wearing Les Infusions de Prada – Amande from my tiny 8 ml splash.

    We are still working on cleaning up, today is office day. Jeez, when did we get like this? SO. MUCH. PAPER. I’m going through the folders and boxes upstairs; hubby is shredding downstairs. Plus I’ve asked him about all the cables and wires that are in totes in the closet; he wasn’t ready to talk about those things yet. I’m sure they are defunct and out of date now or else they’d be attached to something electronic. I’ll leave those for another day.

    Happy Friday everyone!

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    • lillyjo says:
      4 March 2022 at 4:42 pm

      Paper is my worst problem. Boxes and drawers filled!

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      • Gail says:
        4 March 2022 at 5:34 pm

        It’s nuts. So far there’s 4 garbage bags filled. I think we are nearly over the paper hump. This doesn’t include all the recycling in the giant blue bin. I keep thinking if we get hit by a bus or something..

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    • Jalapeno says:
      4 March 2022 at 7:59 pm

      Good for you on making a dent in your clutter! It didn’t accumulate in one day, so it won’t take just one day to get rid of it.

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      • Gail says:
        4 March 2022 at 9:42 pm

        Thank you! It feels better but there’s a long way to go.

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        • Jalapeno says:
          4 March 2022 at 10:07 pm

          Hang in there! Slow and steady wins this slog!

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    • hajusuuri says:
      4 March 2022 at 8:49 pm

      Woo hoo! I have way way more to go but I try to keep going!

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      • Gail says:
        4 March 2022 at 9:55 pm

        It’s pretty satisfying. Most stuff so far seems to be hidden away but once you open a drawer or closet then it’s chaos. I thought we were pretty good purgers before but there’s still too much.

        Good luck with your cleanup!

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  41. Laila says:
    4 March 2022 at 4:04 pm

    I’ve never paid much attention to individual perfumers, so reading about the female perfumers for this week’s cp was an interesting learning experience for me. And what I learned was that although I have no one ‘favorite’ female perfumer, many of my favorite scents were created by women. So I will try to choose a fragrance from a female perfumer for each of this month’s cp’s.

    My SOTD is Trussardi Skin (Anne Flipo), my favorite Spring skin scent. It’s soft and a little citrusy, a little green, and a little woody (I don’t smell the jasmine/LOTV/rose mid notes). It’s like a walk in the early morning dew through a warm damp forest with perhaps a few scattered wildflowers peeking through the ground and the sun just coming up. Although some say cedar smells like hamster cage or pencil shavings, it’s a favorite note of mine and I love it in this scent. The modern yellow/green columnar bottle is also gorgeous! Long d/c and expensive if you can even find it, my bottle is almost empty and I will really miss it when it’s gone.

    We’re on the cusp of Spring here, soon to be the yellow and green of that beautiful bottle, and I cling to its promise of a tiny bit of much-needed hope as I pray for peace. ☮️ to all this weekend!

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    • hajusuuri says:
      4 March 2022 at 8:48 pm

      Beautifully written!

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      • Robin says:
        4 March 2022 at 10:01 pm

        2nd that!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      4 March 2022 at 10:05 pm

      Thanks for another spot of beauty in my day Laila.

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  42. hajusuuri says:
    4 March 2022 at 4:57 pm

    SOTD = 4160Tuesdays Mother Nature’s Naughty Daughters EDP

    Nice! Fruity amber and floral vanilla!

    https://www.instagram.com/p/CasNL01OZ5a/?utm_medium=copy_link

    I did a mini summer Friday today and wanted to catch the express train right before the one I usually take so I had a little bit of time. I browsed around the Japanese bookstore Kinokuniya and just realized how many kitten-related stuff it carries! Amazing! I restrained myself.

    I missed a delivery of something I was eagerly anticipating. I’ll have to figure out how I can redeem myself. Trying not to be angry but I fail to understand why this one required my signature when I have ordered more $sand those did not require one.

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    • Jalapeno says:
      4 March 2022 at 6:22 pm

      Argh! Sorry to hear about the missed delivery. What a PITA.

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      • hajusuuri says:
        4 March 2022 at 8:39 pm

        It is but I was able to decipher where the package landed so I will pick it up tomorrow.

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        • lillyjo says:
          4 March 2022 at 8:43 pm

          Oh good!

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          • hajusuuri says:
            4 March 2022 at 8:47 pm

            I can’t wait!

        • Gail says:
          4 March 2022 at 9:57 pm

          Awesome! It must be something wonderful.

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        • Jalapeno says:
          4 March 2022 at 10:05 pm

          Glad to hear that recovery is going to be something simple!

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    • cazaubon says:
      5 March 2022 at 12:00 am

      Great scent choice! Signature packages are a pain. I loved Kinokuniya in SF!

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  43. skalolazka says:
    4 March 2022 at 5:03 pm

    Ended up commando today because I thought I’d be able to stop by Cloon Keen for some more sampling, but that didn’t work out. Maybe a spritz of Hiris for sleeping.

    I did wear Winter Palace yesterday. Mr. Skal and I went out for a very wonderful meal to celebrate 20 years as a couple. He loves WP on me as I much as I love wearing it.

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    • Old Herbaceous says:
      4 March 2022 at 7:05 pm

      Tell us more about sampling at Cloon Keen, please!

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    • Deva says:
      4 March 2022 at 8:36 pm

      Happy anniversary!

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    • hajusuuri says:
      4 March 2022 at 8:40 pm

      Congrats on 20 years!

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    • lillyjo says:
      4 March 2022 at 8:41 pm

      Happy Anniversary!

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    • Robin says:
      4 March 2022 at 10:01 pm

      20 years, woo hoo!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      4 March 2022 at 10:04 pm

      Congratulations on your 20th Anniversary! ✨????

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    • cazaubon says:
      5 March 2022 at 12:00 am

      Happy anniversary!

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  44. therabbitsflower says:
    4 March 2022 at 5:51 pm

    GIVEAWAY FREEBIE:

    For regular NST commenters only, I’ve got an Otherland Alpine Crystal candle to giveaway to the first person to call dibs here. It’s been burned twice but there’s still plenty left. Notes listed are Juniper Sprig, Icy Tonic, Lemon Fizz. It’s very strongly scented with enormous throw, and I liken it to a glacial fresh and soapy scent, almost an Irish Spring soap even though it’s been awhile since I’ve smelled that. US only please.

    I’m planning to list some perfume freebies in the weekend poll btw.

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  45. therabbitsflower says:
    4 March 2022 at 5:55 pm

    I followed tannina’s lead from yesterday and am wearing L’air de Rien, which I think is a crown jewel from Lyn Harris. A beloved perfume for me. I haven’t smelled anything from her since her Miller Harris days, I don’t think anyway, but I also love her Figue Amere and Fleur du Matin for MH.

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    • Robin says:
      4 March 2022 at 10:02 pm

      I wish she had distribution for her new brand!

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      • therabbitsflower says:
        4 March 2022 at 10:52 pm

        Me too!

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  46. Jalapeno says:
    4 March 2022 at 6:20 pm

    As near as I can tell, I don’t have a single favorite female perfumer. I have 5! Liz Zorn (Soivohle), Laurie Erickson (SSS), Camille Goutal, Isabelle Doyen, and Daniela Andrier. So I had am embarrassment of riches to choose from today.

    SOTD = Gucci EdP, aka clear bottle, brown juice. Shoutout to SheriG for wearing this earlier in the week, and thus reminding me that I have a small, less-lethal bottle of it in my Perfume Wardrobe.

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    • Jalapeno says:
      4 March 2022 at 6:21 pm

      Crap. Stupid typo! Should be “an embarrassment of riches…”. And Spellcheck isn’t too smart either. Grumble! ?

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    • lillyjo says:
      4 March 2022 at 8:37 pm

      Lucky you with the Gucci edp!

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      • Jalapeno says:
        4 March 2022 at 10:03 pm

        Thanks! I found it during one of my buying rampages from the perfume discounters.

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    • hajusuuri says:
      4 March 2022 at 8:41 pm

      I don’t have one favorite female perfumer either … if I wear their perfume, they’re my favorite ?

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      • Jalapeno says:
        4 March 2022 at 10:02 pm

        Hey I really like that train of thought!

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    • Gail says:
      4 March 2022 at 10:13 pm

      Congratulations on that bottle! What a great scent.

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      • Jalapeno says:
        4 March 2022 at 10:15 pm

        Thank you! Glad I wore it before the weather got too warm. ?

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  47. Old Herbaceous says:
    4 March 2022 at 7:04 pm

    Still wearing my new love, Musc Intense, by Patricia de Nicolai!

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    • Old Herbaceous says:
      4 March 2022 at 8:55 pm

      I have several favorite female perfumers, though. Dawn Spencer Hurwitz, Sarah McCartney, Liz Moores, Marie Salamagne, Sophia Grojsman, several others.

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      • Robin says:
        4 March 2022 at 10:05 pm

        Nice list!

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  48. socks says:
    4 March 2022 at 7:24 pm

    Hey all! I’m wearing Cuir de Lancome by Calice Becker and Pauline Zanoni. Some days it’s too much for me, but today I sprayed heavily and I’m barely smelling it on me! I hope nothing’s wrong with my sniffer.

    I had a really uninspired dinner of scrambled eggs tonight. I need to incorporate more vegetables in my diet, and I’m thinking of getting more frozen ones since the fresh ones often go bad before I can finish them. At least then I could add some spinach to my eggs! Does anyone have any other ideas for using frozen veg?

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    • foxbins says:
      4 March 2022 at 7:53 pm

      Stir-fry
      Soup
      Vegetable korma
      Smoothies

      I add frozen veg to almost every meal, sometimes just to eat as a side. Keeps me away from the potatoes!

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    • Jalapeno says:
      4 March 2022 at 7:58 pm

      Frozen veggie mixes can be used as a topping for baked potatoes. They are also good for making canned soups a little more home style-ish.

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    • Deva says:
      4 March 2022 at 8:34 pm

      I’m almost always add spinach and mushrooms to my morning omelette. I love eggs, but use egg beaters because of cholesterol reasons. It’s easy peasy to add peppers, onions, or just about any veg to eggs.

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    • lillyjo says:
      4 March 2022 at 8:35 pm

      I almost always add frozen veggies to any rice I have made.

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    • hajusuuri says:
      4 March 2022 at 8:44 pm

      I am into my air fryer. This one’s for you:

      https://www.instagram.com/p/Cas_WO1OB36/?utm_medium=copy_link

      I also like spinach which I wash and microwave with rice or noodles (plus a protein which I usually prepare separately).

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      • socks says:
        5 March 2022 at 1:25 am

        Thanks, looks yummy! How is an air fryer different from a toaster oven/convection oven?

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    • Old Herbaceous says:
      4 March 2022 at 9:00 pm

      I always have frozen peas on hand, they’re a great addition to pasta, rice, soup, some stews. Also an easy, tasty side. Frozen spinach is handy, too. It’s not really a vegetable, but I like to have frozen corn in my freezer as an easy side, or addition to chili, soups, etc. I usually have frozen mirepoix too, in case I’m in the mood to use it as a base for something. Frozen pearl onions are also great to add to soups and stews.

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      • Jalapeno says:
        4 March 2022 at 10:12 pm

        Seconding the pearl onions!

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      • cazaubon says:
        5 March 2022 at 12:03 am

        I like to buy the bags of mixed frozen peas and pearl onions.

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    • Robin says:
      4 March 2022 at 10:09 pm

      Roasted beets, if you like them, are wonderful because you can make in reasonable quantities and they last for days, and then uncooked beets of course keep for ages so they’re easy to have on hand. Even on days when I don’t have a full scale salad, I have a little mix of beets & lettuce & grapefruit. Plus, easy enough to roast a few carrots while you’re doing the beets.

      Not really what you asked but an easy way to get more veg in your diet.

      We also buy those huge vats of baby spinach, cook it all, freeze some of it cooked. It comes out much better than the spinach you buy already frozen.

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      • cazaubon says:
        5 March 2022 at 12:04 am

        I use pickled or canned beets since fresh veggies always go off before I feel like eating them. 😉

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      • socks says:
        5 March 2022 at 1:26 am

        Thanks for the ideas everyone! I have some experimenting to do :).

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  49. lillyjo says:
    4 March 2022 at 8:40 pm

    The last 2 days have been pretty stinko.
    Today I wore Paris for the cp.

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    • hajusuuri says:
      4 March 2022 at 8:46 pm

      Wait are you off now or did I miss your day off?

      I only have a floor to go but have to take the elevator. Anyway, I walked into an empty elevator that reeked of Angel. I swear it also contaminated my coat and scarf and hair.

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      • lillyjo says:
        4 March 2022 at 9:01 pm

        My day off was yesterday.
        I got my taxes done, so it wasn’t very relaxing.

        I never smell Angel in the wild. It must really like ( or not like) you!?

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      • Old Herbaceous says:
        4 March 2022 at 9:01 pm

        Yike!

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      • Jalapeno says:
        4 March 2022 at 10:00 pm

        I’ve come across Angel in The Wild a few times. Last time was 2019 I think. But not in an enclosed space, ack!

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    • Robin says:
      4 March 2022 at 10:10 pm

      Sorry lillyjo! Hope tomorrow is better.

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    • Jalapeno says:
      4 March 2022 at 10:13 pm

      Bummed out to hear that the last 2 days have stunk for you.

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    • cazaubon says:
      5 March 2022 at 12:05 am

      Hoping tomorrow is a better day for you!

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