• About
  • Login to comment
    • Bluesky
    • RSS
    • Twitter

Now Smell This

a blog about perfume

Menu ▼
  • Perfume Reviews
  • New Perfumes
  • Archives

Wednesday scent of the day 11/23

Posted by Robin on 23 November 2022 158 Comments

It’s Hump Day, National Espresso Day and Fibonacci Day. (Plus, Thanksgiving Eve aka Drinksgiving / Blackout Wednesday — be careful out there!) Birthdays: José Clemente Orozco, Harpo Marx, Bruce Hornsby.  What fragrance are you wearing?

I'm in Lush Turmeric Latte: points since I won't pay the price for the full bottle, and props to the kind NSTer who sent me a decant of the body spray.

Reminder: on 11/25, pick your Black Friday poison...wear the last fragrance you bought, wear a cheap thrill, or wear a fragrance you love but refuse to buy in a full size because it's too expensive. (We've done this project several times.)

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

Note: top image is November 2014 [cropped] by Carodean Road Designs at flickr; some rights reserved.

Filed Under: poll
Tagged With: sotd

Advertisement


158 Comments

Leave a comment, or read more about commenting at Now Smell This. Here's our privacy policy, and a handy emoticon chart.

  1. happy888cat says:
    23 November 2022 at 9:05 am

    Good morning!!!
    I was away on holiday for almost 2 weeks and pretty much stayed unplugged (much easier than I thought!). It feels good to be back here. Hope everyone is well and happy. ☺️
    Sotd is TF Lost Cherry. Points since I also won’t be paying full price for a bottle I don’t think.
    Tea is Marco Polo.

    Log in to Reply
    • sistine says:
      23 November 2022 at 11:04 am

      I hope you had a great holiday!

      Log in to Reply
    • ringthing says:
      23 November 2022 at 11:14 am

      Welcome back!

      Log in to Reply
    • Jalapeno says:
      23 November 2022 at 5:38 pm

      Welcome back!

      Log in to Reply
    • Robin says:
      23 November 2022 at 8:53 pm

      That is a long time unplugged, good for you! Hope you were someplace fun 🙂

      Log in to Reply
  2. Robin says:
    23 November 2022 at 9:08 am

    GIVINGTHANKS2022 for 20% off on all 30ml Eau de Parfums at April Aromatics, Wednesday 23th- Monday 28th

    Log in to Reply
    • hajusuuri says:
      23 November 2022 at 9:41 am

      Thanks, Robin! It helps to get the sale info in small bites.

      I (we?) have been inundated with multiple emails on sales, some lasting for just a day – what do they think that I read all emails everyday constantly and have time to stop and buy immediately? 🤣

      Log in to Reply
      • AnniePerfumes says:
        23 November 2022 at 12:34 pm

        Bring on the sales!

        Log in to Reply
      • cazaubon says:
        23 November 2022 at 1:12 pm

        Yes, I noticed that too – odd approach.

        Log in to Reply
  3. carole says:
    23 November 2022 at 9:46 am

    Hello! Jardin Sur le Nil for the win, today. I got an instagram notice from La Via del Profumo in Italy – 30 percent off everything. I’m not affiliated-I really enjoy his work.

    Best regards,
    Carole

    Log in to Reply
    • Robin says:
      23 November 2022 at 8:54 pm

      You smell great!

      And that is tempting, I really want a couple things from LVdP.

      Log in to Reply
  4. PriscillaE says:
    23 November 2022 at 9:57 am

    I’m taking more CP points for the last full bottle that I purchased, and for cheap thrills. I purchased this bottle for less than $20.00. I’m scented for fall in Basic Black, by Bill Blass. It was cheap as chips and I think it is a perfect fall fragrance.

    Log in to Reply
    • Robin says:
      23 November 2022 at 8:54 pm

      Double bonus points!

      Log in to Reply
  5. Hera says:
    23 November 2022 at 10:25 am

    I am wearing vintage Balmain Jolie Madame edt. We can say this was a cheap trill since I bought this at an estate sale years ago for maybe around 10$.
    This is how heaven would smell like in my mind, so beautiful!!!

    Log in to Reply
    • cazaubon says:
      23 November 2022 at 1:13 pm

      You smell fabulous.

      Log in to Reply
  6. Coumarin says:
    23 November 2022 at 10:25 am

    Hello!

    Not qualifying today because this bottle wasn’t particularly inexpensive, but I chose BVLGARI Eau Parfumee au The Vert from a giant splash bottle I found in my travels. It’s 350ml and came with a golf tee and three golf balls which made me laugh. It’s also an older bottle which was more interesting to me, a non-golfer.

    The scent is as good as I remember. Though it suffers a bit by having been copied by every sort of bath and grooming product type, it has such a lively balance between rosiness and acidity. May it bring calm today.

    Have a great day all!

    Log in to Reply
    • ringthing says:
      23 November 2022 at 11:02 am

      You smell great!

      Log in to Reply
      • Coumarin says:
        23 November 2022 at 12:54 pm

        Thank you! I’ve been enjoying it.

        Log in to Reply
    • sistine says:
      23 November 2022 at 11:05 am

      A golf/ perfume set???

      Log in to Reply
      • Coumarin says:
        23 November 2022 at 1:18 pm

        It’s so wild. I literally laughed out loud. There are a few listed on eBay if you want a laugh; just search the perfume name and 350ml.

        Log in to Reply
        • Kris says:
          23 November 2022 at 4:01 pm

          Oh, I found it. It looks like a nice set, but so funny to see golf balls and a tee paired with perfume. LOL 😂

          Log in to Reply
          • Coumarin says:
            23 November 2022 at 5:45 pm

            I guess they were really pushing that “unisex” branding!

    • Oakland Fresca says:
      23 November 2022 at 12:28 pm

      A golf “The” maybe? Too funny.

      Log in to Reply
      • MossyBerry says:
        23 November 2022 at 1:57 pm

        😆😆

        Log in to Reply
      • Coumarin says:
        23 November 2022 at 3:05 pm

        Dead!!

        Log in to Reply
      • Jalapeno says:
        23 November 2022 at 5:36 pm

        Clever, but I am also groaning at the pun!

        Log in to Reply
      • lillyjo says:
        23 November 2022 at 7:43 pm

        Lol!

        Log in to Reply
  7. Desirae says:
    23 November 2022 at 10:44 am

    Wearing Tabu, which definitely counts as a cheap thrill. Very cozy for winter.

    Log in to Reply
    • PriscillaE says:
      23 November 2022 at 1:44 pm

      One of my favorites, which I wear a lot on the weekends.

      Log in to Reply
  8. Deva says:
    23 November 2022 at 11:08 am

    Thanks to all those who had their fingers crossed for me yesterday, because I signed the contract this morning. Whoop, whoop! Starting 12/19, I will be on the beach in a very small town at a very small hospital (25 beds!) and T-Rex will have endless beach runs for the next 3 months on a peninsula along the SW coast of Washington. The pay package had been recently increased, so that’s a big plus, too.

    In celebration, I’m wearing Shalimar MT, my most recent purchase. Although I didn’t get it on sale, I think the regular Guerlain price for this quality is still a deal.

    Hope everyone’s holiday preparations are going smoothly! 🦃

    Log in to Reply
    • ringthing says:
      23 November 2022 at 11:12 am

      Congratulations, Deva!

      Log in to Reply
      • Deva says:
        23 November 2022 at 11:13 am

        Thank you! I will be SO happy to get out of this city!🌆🌃🏙

        Log in to Reply
      • tannina says:
        23 November 2022 at 1:43 pm

        That sounds wonderful, T-Rex will be very happy

        Log in to Reply
    • Hera says:
      23 November 2022 at 11:14 am

      Congratulations !

      Log in to Reply
    • springpansy says:
      23 November 2022 at 11:25 am

      That’s awesome, congrats!

      Log in to Reply
    • SheriG says:
      23 November 2022 at 11:30 am

      Congratulations! I’m very happy for you, and envious as well — I remember losing myself in the dunes on one of those peninsulas about 50 years ago, on a multi-family camping trip populated by far too many boys. 😝

      Log in to Reply
    • ockeghem says:
      23 November 2022 at 12:31 pm

      Oh, that’s wonderful! 3 months of winter beach walking is a lovely thing. And a smaller hospital also sounds like a nice respite.

      Log in to Reply
    • hajusuuri says:
      23 November 2022 at 12:50 pm

      Hooray for nurse Deva and T-Rex!

      Log in to Reply
    • cazaubon says:
      23 November 2022 at 1:14 pm

      Congratulations, sounds wonderful!!

      Log in to Reply
    • lillyjo says:
      23 November 2022 at 1:27 pm

      I’m so happy for you!

      Log in to Reply
    • Gail says:
      23 November 2022 at 1:33 pm

      Congratulations, Deva! I’m so happy for you and T-Rex!

      Log in to Reply
    • LizzieB says:
      23 November 2022 at 1:37 pm

      Yay! That sounds wonderful!

      Log in to Reply
    • Aurora says:
      23 November 2022 at 1:37 pm

      I wasn’t present to cross my fingers for you but very happy you got that contract.

      Log in to Reply
    • Kris says:
      23 November 2022 at 1:46 pm

      Congratulations 🎈

      Log in to Reply
    • sistine says:
      23 November 2022 at 3:27 pm

      That’s fantastic news! I’m so happy for you and T-Rex.

      Log in to Reply
    • andshewaz says:
      23 November 2022 at 5:16 pm

      Congratulations! If it is close to Oregon,Astoria is a nice place to spend time in.

      Log in to Reply
    • Jalapeno says:
      23 November 2022 at 5:34 pm

      W00t w00t w00t for getting that contract!

      Log in to Reply
    • skalolazka says:
      23 November 2022 at 5:55 pm

      Sounds perfect for you both! Congratulations!

      Log in to Reply
    • Robin says:
      23 November 2022 at 8:55 pm

      Oh hooray!

      Log in to Reply
    • ScentSpirit says:
      23 November 2022 at 9:53 pm

      That’s great news, Deva, and I’m sure they are lucky to get you!

      Log in to Reply
  9. sistine says:
    23 November 2022 at 11:08 am

    I’m in Lubin’s Epidor, which is pairing perfectly with this gorgeous sunny late autumn morning.

    For anyone traveling today, I hope you have a safe and smooth journey! My travels will be from the living room to the kitchen and into the backyard, repeatedly.

    Log in to Reply
    • Deva says:
      23 November 2022 at 11:12 am

      Smelling great! Hope your long distance travel plans are smooth sailing! 😀

      Log in to Reply
  10. ringthing says:
    23 November 2022 at 11:10 am

    Warming up a bit and the snow is melting in the sunshine. I chose Zoologist Cow for it’s simple and calming prettiness, and because it’s a travel spray, which is a perfect size and price.

    Log in to Reply
    • Kris says:
      23 November 2022 at 12:36 pm

      Don’t you love those travel sprays? I didn’t want to spring for the FBs so I got travel sprays in Bee and Civet. I figured that would be enough of each over the winter. I love the size and they are very cute.

      Log in to Reply
    • lillyjo says:
      23 November 2022 at 1:25 pm

      It’s 47 degrees here! I took my coat off. Lol.

      Log in to Reply
      • Kris says:
        23 November 2022 at 1:43 pm

        Me too. I think we are supposed to get close to 50 today.

        Log in to Reply
      • Jalapeno says:
        23 November 2022 at 5:33 pm

        Hey, isn’t that shorts and T-shirt weather for you guys? 🤣😉

        Log in to Reply
        • Kris says:
          23 November 2022 at 6:34 pm

          I did see a few walking it shorts. The highest temp I noticed today was 54 at our place.

          Log in to Reply
  11. Robin says:
    23 November 2022 at 11:20 am

    No coupon code, but tons of stuff half off at Yves Rocher.

    Log in to Reply
    • Kris says:
      23 November 2022 at 12:34 pm

      How about Luckyscent? Are they having any specials? Asking for a friend😊

      Log in to Reply
      • cazaubon says:
        23 November 2022 at 1:15 pm

        I’m watching my emails carefully for a LS coupon!

        Log in to Reply
        • Kris says:
          23 November 2022 at 1:44 pm

          Let me know if you see something please. I have a few things in my cart.

          Log in to Reply
  12. Robin says:
    23 November 2022 at 11:21 am

    L’Occitane, 20% off full priced items with code FRIDAY, can’t find expiration date

    Log in to Reply
    • AnniePerfumes says:
      23 November 2022 at 12:23 pm

      You are on a roll, lol!

      Log in to Reply
    • Hera says:
      23 November 2022 at 2:44 pm

      Thank you, I got some Holiday items with the 20% off.

      Log in to Reply
  13. SheriG says:
    23 November 2022 at 11:26 am

    I’m taking half a point in Profumum Alba. It is my most recent acquisition, so a full point … but it was Not Cheap (beyond my normal limit by a lot), so half a point deduction for that. 😆 Mr. G tried Costes last night and found it extremely intriguing.

    Log in to Reply
    • hajusuuri says:
      23 November 2022 at 12:53 pm

      I ❤️ Costes and ended up buying a FB. I have a split decant from someone here!

      Log in to Reply
      • allo says:
        23 November 2022 at 4:04 pm

        ❤️

        Log in to Reply
  14. She-ra says:
    23 November 2022 at 11:41 am

    Might follow Robin and wear Turmeric Latte today which I bought blind and, thankfully, love.

    For sales (I have no affiliations):

    Osme Perfumery is 15% off w/ code GIVING15. Also they do not charge sales tax, to the best of my knowledge, unless you’re in FL where their store is.

    Krystal Fragrance has a tiered discount of 10%-25% off depending on what you spend…no code necessary and they kicked it off early. They have more deals listed here https://krystalfragrance.com/pages/black-friday-sale

    Log in to Reply
    • Robin says:
      23 November 2022 at 8:56 pm

      Hey twin, maybe!

      Log in to Reply
  15. Barqs says:
    23 November 2022 at 12:09 pm

    Good morning everyone ☀️. I am wearing Creed Royal Mayfair today and currently drinking my 2nd cup of Shalimar tea.

    Log in to Reply
    • Robin says:
      23 November 2022 at 8:57 pm

      Some day I will buy that tea!

      Log in to Reply
  16. ockeghem says:
    23 November 2022 at 12:34 pm

    No CP points for me today; wearing Tolu because I felt like grabbing something from my OJ discover set. I like it but don’t love it, and so am unlikely to buy a FB.

    Good luck to everyone travelling today! My father was supposed to be coming in tomorrow for a late Thanksgiving dinner on Friday, but then discovered a couple of weeks ago that his passport expired. I’m kind of glad it’s off, to be honest, because there’s a bit less pressure to do every Thanksgiving thing, especially when we’d only be 4 people, so would never eat that much food, and it’s not a holiday ’round here.

    Log in to Reply
    • Robin says:
      23 November 2022 at 8:57 pm

      So, sorry/not sorry your father couldn’t make it! We are a small group too but we’re going to eat all the food 🙂

      Log in to Reply
  17. Kris says:
    23 November 2022 at 12:37 pm

    Making pumpkin bars this morning in Chanel No. 5.

    Log in to Reply
    • lillyjo says:
      23 November 2022 at 1:21 pm

      Yum… pumpkin bars!

      Log in to Reply
      • Kris says:
        23 November 2022 at 1:45 pm

        I am not a pumpkin pie fan, but can eat bars.

        Log in to Reply
    • Gail says:
      23 November 2022 at 2:16 pm

      Might as well be smelling fabulous while baking!

      Log in to Reply
      • Kris says:
        23 November 2022 at 3:55 pm

        That’s what I thought 😊

        Log in to Reply
    • Jalapeno says:
      23 November 2022 at 5:31 pm

      Do tell more about the pumpkin bars!

      Log in to Reply
      • Kris says:
        23 November 2022 at 6:37 pm

        It is a cake type consistency that has a can of pumpkin and many of the spices you see in pumpkin recipes with cream cheese frosting. Kind of reminds me of carrot cake, but done in a loaf pan so much thinner than a cake.

        Log in to Reply
        • Kris says:
          23 November 2022 at 7:45 pm

          Sorry, I meant sheet pan. They are quite skinny bars.

          Log in to Reply
  18. cazaubon says:
    23 November 2022 at 1:18 pm

    I’m joining the spice train in Five O’Clock au Gingembre with a dash of Turmeric Latte, which sadly at $130 for 100mls is pretty much a cheap thrill nowadays, given escalating prices.

    We are doing Thanksgiving on Friday due to work schedules, which gives me an extra day to bake. 🙂

    Log in to Reply
    • lillyjo says:
      23 November 2022 at 1:22 pm

      What will you be baking?

      Log in to Reply
      • cazaubon says:
        23 November 2022 at 1:59 pm

        Pies and buns. 🙂

        Log in to Reply
        • lillyjo says:
          23 November 2022 at 4:00 pm

          Yum!

          Log in to Reply
    • Gail says:
      23 November 2022 at 1:36 pm

      Inquiring minds want to know what your baking plans are!

      Log in to Reply
      • cazaubon says:
        23 November 2022 at 2:00 pm

        Pumpkin & pecan pies plus buns.

        Log in to Reply
        • Gail says:
          23 November 2022 at 2:15 pm

          Sounds lovely! Happy Thanksgiving, cazaubon!

          Log in to Reply
    • Hera says:
      23 November 2022 at 3:56 pm

      That sounds delicious!!

      Log in to Reply
  19. Gaynor says:
    23 November 2022 at 1:32 pm

    I hope everyone celebrating Thanksgiving has a wonderful time, whatever you are doing. No points for me, I’m wearing Rose de Petra from SHL 777, not recent or cheap!

    Log in to Reply
    • tannina says:
      23 November 2022 at 1:45 pm

      But a great scent nontheless!

      Log in to Reply
  20. madtowngirl says:
    23 November 2022 at 1:38 pm

    I’m in Molecule 01. I’ve been using up samples lately, I need to get back to my full bottles.
    My college daughter is on her way home today!🤩😍🥳 Can’t wait for all the snuggles (yes we still snuggle) and giggles. Counting the minutes til work is done. Hopefully this afternoon goes fast.
    I still need to pick up a few things to complete our meal. I’ll be off work until Tuesday then since I took next Monday off. A nice long weekend. Looks like temps won’t be too bad. I’m hoping we can make it to the tree farm to get our tree while everyone is home. It’s getting harder and harder to do with everyone’s work and school schedules
    Did I mention my daughter’s on her way home?😂

    Log in to Reply
    • lillyjo says:
      23 November 2022 at 1:43 pm

      Hey will your daughter be coming home? 😉🤣
      Enjoy the snuggles!

      Log in to Reply
      • madtowngirl says:
        24 November 2022 at 8:56 am

        Hehe, thanks lillyjo!🤣

        Log in to Reply
    • sistine says:
      23 November 2022 at 1:51 pm

      Is your daughter coming home this holiday?

      I hope you have a fabulous time with her. Have a great extra long break!

      Log in to Reply
      • madtowngirl says:
        24 November 2022 at 8:57 am

        Thanks sistine, I’ve been counting the days until she’s home!🤩

        Log in to Reply
    • Robin says:
      23 November 2022 at 8:58 pm

      Hope it is a perfect Thanksgiving madtowngirl, and that you get your tree 🙂

      Log in to Reply
      • madtowngirl says:
        24 November 2022 at 8:57 am

        Thanks Robin!😀

        Log in to Reply
  21. LizzieB says:
    23 November 2022 at 1:45 pm

    Wearing Orchidée Vanille so no CP points. An old decant, but I wanted something calming. Am working 1-7 at the market doing checkout, and I anticipate lots of big carts and craziness. What’s stressful is calling for additional customer service (baggers) because we are full service with folks taking bags to cars. Trying to gauge the need is not easy for me yet.

    On a positive note, I had a nice chat with an old, dear friend today. I was her maid of honor and she was in my wedding. But she has been impossible to reach the past year or more. Made me very happy, and I only lightly admonished her for being out of touch.

    Log in to Reply
    • Deva says:
      23 November 2022 at 3:49 pm

      Hope your shift is quick and painless! Smelling fabulous 😀

      Log in to Reply
    • Jalapeno says:
      23 November 2022 at 5:29 pm

      Yay for getting back in touch with an old friend!

      Log in to Reply
  22. tannina says:
    23 November 2022 at 1:52 pm

    Eau Duelle for the burial of my boyfriends mother. This was a nice choice, soothing and not too overwhelming. There was a nice service, the grandchildren carried the urn to the grave and the chapel was packed! She had 5 siblings, so there was a great family gathering. As my family is very small ( with grandnieces included we are 8 persons) this blew my mind. His dad coped very well with the situation, now we hope he does not loose his will to live, like many old couples do….

    Log in to Reply
    • Aurora says:
      23 November 2022 at 2:38 pm

      It is less sad if possible when many people attend, glad you were comfortable with the scent you chose.

      Log in to Reply
    • Deva says:
      23 November 2022 at 3:51 pm

      What a nice turn out for what sounds like a lovely service. Hoping his father will not lose his joie de vivre…

      Log in to Reply
    • Robin says:
      23 November 2022 at 9:00 pm

      How nice! Hope it was a comfort to your boyfriend and his father to see so much family.

      Log in to Reply
    • sistine says:
      24 November 2022 at 6:01 am

      Eau Duelle is a lovely scent. I’m glad the memorial service was well attended. Your boyfriend and his father are in my thoughts.

      Log in to Reply
  23. Aurora says:
    23 November 2022 at 1:58 pm

    Listening to Pink Floyd (live 8 reunion) while drinking my smoothie.

    I wanted something cheerful because we’ve been having lots of rain which compensates from the lack of it this summer, so it was the citrus and almond of Mandorlo di Sicilia during the day, and tonight, Angel Muse edt.

    Log in to Reply
    • lillyjo says:
      23 November 2022 at 7:46 pm

      I hope you get some sunshine back soon!

      Log in to Reply
      • Aurora says:
        24 November 2022 at 11:28 am

        Thank you Lillyjo, the sun played peekaboo today so it was much more bearable.

        Log in to Reply
    • Robin says:
      23 November 2022 at 9:00 pm

      We have stolen your sunshine, sorry! Glad you had Pink Floyd to liven things up.

      Log in to Reply
      • Aurora says:
        24 November 2022 at 11:31 am

        Glad you are enjoying some sun, it was sunny at times today so more bearable.

        That 23minute video of PF on YouTube is great, they were in peak form.

        Log in to Reply
    • Jalapeno says:
      23 November 2022 at 10:13 pm

      I will try to send a bit of sun your way when I am done with it. 😉

      Log in to Reply
      • Aurora says:
        24 November 2022 at 11:32 am

        😃 We did get sunnier weather today, hope it wasn’ stolen from you.

        Log in to Reply
  24. foxbins says:
    23 November 2022 at 3:51 pm

    I finished off a decant of Myrrhe et Delires that I received in a swap here a while ago. It was so satisfying to finish it. Decants sitting on top of the perfume cabinet call to me to use them up but the bottles in the cabinet reproach me for not wearing them if I choose a decant. It’s a first world problem that I didn’t have when I had a “signature scent” but I wouldn’t want to limit myself to one thing these days. Maybe I’ll start wearing more than one scent a day.

    Log in to Reply
    • lillyjo says:
      23 November 2022 at 7:48 pm

      Oftentimes I have an official sotd but will randomly spray something later. Even if it’s just one spray I feel like I am using something up.

      Log in to Reply
  25. allo says:
    23 November 2022 at 4:14 pm

    Sotd is LADDM on a crisp, sunny day. We had a great time having breakfast with our nephew and seeing a somewhat rare Black Scoter (for the Seattle area). Now off to do some Thanksgiving grocery shopping😊

    Log in to Reply
    • Jalapeno says:
      23 November 2022 at 5:27 pm

      What is a Black Scoter? I’ve never heard of it.

      Log in to Reply
      • lillyjo says:
        23 November 2022 at 7:49 pm

        I’m wondering too.

        Log in to Reply
      • allo says:
        23 November 2022 at 8:25 pm

        They are in the duck family and their coloring is similar to a Puffin. I love this description:

        “Floats rather buoyantly on water, often with tail cocked up noticeably.”

        https://www.audubon.org/field-guide/bird/black-scoter

        Log in to Reply
        • Robin says:
          23 November 2022 at 9:01 pm

          Thank you, I was going to wonder about it all night 🙂

          Log in to Reply
  26. irisjasmine says:
    23 November 2022 at 4:36 pm

    The great thing about too many sales is that I can never decide which is better, so I don’t buy anything for myself! But I do get tempted to buy more for others. I really love picking presents.

    I’m back from a long slog with the flu, which I was sure was just a cold on Friday. I’m still not feeling normal; this one has been rough. This will be the last year I fail to make time for the flu shot. I’m in a little dab of Nicolai Poudre de Musc Intense, which I would have purchased already if I didn’t already own Musc Intense.

    Happy Thanksgiving, all!

    Log in to Reply
    • allo says:
      23 November 2022 at 4:40 pm

      Glad you’re feeling better and you smell lovely!

      Log in to Reply
    • hajusuuri says:
      23 November 2022 at 5:15 pm

      Glad you’re feeling slightly better. You can still get the flu shot after you’ve recovered.

      Log in to Reply
    • lillyjo says:
      23 November 2022 at 7:50 pm

      Glad you are on the mend!
      I love picking out presents too.

      Log in to Reply
    • Robin says:
      23 November 2022 at 9:01 pm

      So sorry!! There is tons of yuck going around.

      Log in to Reply
    • Jalapeno says:
      23 November 2022 at 10:09 pm

      Nice to hear that you are feeling better. I’ve heard that the strain of flu going around is a nasty one.

      Log in to Reply
  27. hajusuuri says:
    23 November 2022 at 5:23 pm

    SOTD = Les Indemodables Vanille Havane

    Nice, very nice!

    https://www.instagram.com/p/ClUc7ZGO0_l/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

    Almost $600 later … got all sorts of stuff done to my car and I’m getting away easy. It has low mileage (26,400 miles) for a 10 year old car which is not good because it means driving short distances. Anyway, since I was at the dealership, I looked around and of course, I asked one of the salespeople what an SUV with my specifications (color first!) would cost and he said … $38 – $40K. Holy moly! When I got my car, it was in the high 20s but I did not think cars would go up by that much! The dealerships win in any case because the longer I wait, the more expensive the cars become and the lower the trade-in value of my car.

    Log in to Reply
    • lillyjo says:
      23 November 2022 at 7:52 pm

      I keep my cars forever. I never thought about how the dealer wins either way though. Dang it! Lol.

      Log in to Reply
      • Robin says:
        23 November 2022 at 9:02 pm

        Of course they win in the end! I try to keep my cars for a minimum of 10 years, but have had this one for 13 and might go even longer since I can’t find a new car that I both want and can afford.

        Log in to Reply
    • Jalapeno says:
      23 November 2022 at 10:08 pm

      I drove my last car until it basically fell apart. After 204K miles, I’d say I got my money’s worth.

      Haven’t replaced it, because I wasn’t sure what I wanted at the time.

      Log in to Reply
  28. Jalapeno says:
    23 November 2022 at 5:25 pm

    Another gorgeous sunny late autumn day. Almost got up to 60 degrees here today, which is a welcome change from the cold snap earlier in the week. 🌞🌞🌞

    Well, my plans for Black Friday have imploded. I no longer have a ride to the friends who were hosting Friendsgiving. Mass transit would require taking 2 buses and light rail and eat up around 2.5 to 3 hours one way. And the light rail is on a holiday schedule, which means even if I get to my friends’ place, there is no guarantee I will be able to get home.

    Time for Plan B I guess.

    SOTD = still in Eau Provocateur EdT.

    Log in to Reply
    • lillyjo says:
      23 November 2022 at 7:24 pm

      That’s too bad Jalapeno.
      The mass transit situation would give me too much stress.

      Log in to Reply
      • Jalapeno says:
        23 November 2022 at 10:06 pm

        I don’t mind taking mass transit in nice weather, and with a flexible schedule.

        But it’s supposed to rain on Friday, too. Phooey. I did enough bus riding during bad weather in junior high and college that I am giving myself permission to skip that.

        Log in to Reply
    • hajusuuri says:
      23 November 2022 at 7:34 pm

      That’s too bad. What is Plan B?

      Log in to Reply
      • Jalapeno says:
        23 November 2022 at 10:04 pm

        Taking myself out for lunch or dinner on Friday. Or ordering pizza. I am leaning towards a non-pizza option.

        Log in to Reply
    • Gail says:
      23 November 2022 at 8:46 pm

      Aw, that’s a bummer!

      Log in to Reply
      • Jalapeno says:
        23 November 2022 at 10:03 pm

        Yeah it sucks.

        Log in to Reply
    • Robin says:
      23 November 2022 at 9:04 pm

      Oh shoot! Sorry Jalapeno.

      Log in to Reply
      • Jalapeno says:
        23 November 2022 at 10:03 pm

        Thanks Robin.

        Log in to Reply
  29. eldora says:
    23 November 2022 at 6:00 pm

    Just got a call from the Las Vegas Guerlain boutique- they have a few bottles of the Tonka Shalimar if anyone is still looking. I was on their waitlist but told them I no longer need a bottle. Hope one of y’all can nab it!

    Log in to Reply
    • Robin says:
      23 November 2022 at 9:04 pm

      Nice, thanks eldora!

      Log in to Reply
  30. skalolazka says:
    23 November 2022 at 6:05 pm

    I am, shamefacedly, commando. There are traces of Narciso for Her (black rectangular bottle, not sure what its perfumista sobriquet is) on today’s sweater, but that’s it.

    Baked the pecan pie, made the cranberry sauce, have the corn pudding in the oven right now. Drove with Mr. Skal to pick up our (half) turkey and discovered a new-to-him (and to me, but I didn’t grow up raising cattle) breed of very pretty, small cattle at the turkey farm: Irish Dexter. Also picked up a total of two-and-a-third cases of wine at two different wineries (we are club members at both, and at one, we had not yet picked up any this year’s allotment).

    I’m exhausted! Now sitting with a cat in my lap and a glass of wine at hand. If I don’t post tomorrow, Happy Thanksgiving to all who celebrate it!

    Log in to Reply
    • Robin says:
      23 November 2022 at 9:08 pm

      Happy Thanksgiving skalolazka! That is a long day. We made cranberry relish, roasted beets & carrots and a pumpkin flan (my favorite!) then went out and bought parker house rolls, pumpkin pie and bourbon pecan pie. The turkey is spatchcocked and ready to go in the oven tomorrow…

      Log in to Reply
    • Jalapeno says:
      23 November 2022 at 10:02 pm

      Never had corn pudding, but I had to look up some recipes online after reading your post. I might try making some over the weekend.

      Log in to Reply
  31. therabbitsflower says:
    23 November 2022 at 7:23 pm

    After reading meredifay’s comment from last night about her newer bottle of Mohur Extrait not having as much oomph was her older bottle, I decided to crack open my recently purchased bottle. I’ve almost finished my second decant of it from an older bottle from a generous NSTer, and I had continued using the decant even when I bought a bottle during a Luckyscent sale this spring. Phew, I’m happy to report that I’m still loving the juice from this year’s bottle. It may be a touch less potent, but I’m betting it’ll age well.

    Log in to Reply
    • Robin says:
      23 November 2022 at 9:08 pm

      Good news! And would not be surprised if it deepens as it ages.

      Log in to Reply
  32. lillyjo says:
    23 November 2022 at 7:38 pm

    I’m sooo tired. I was up all night with my daughter and then went to work. I picked up Arby’s for dinner and am home now but still have to go back out to the grocery store.
    Update on my missing package- it has finally started moving again and hopefully will be here Friday. 🤞 thanks to everyone for making me feel less anxious about it yesterday.
    My sotd is Black Orchid from the purse stash this morning.
    I haven’t read all the comments but in case it wasn’t mentioned… Dame Perfumery has a few awesome GWP going on. I don’t want to screw up the details but it’s worth checking out.

    Log in to Reply
    • Gail says:
      23 November 2022 at 8:51 pm

      Wow, that’s a long day, lillyjo! Sorry you have to go back out. And that’s good news about your parcel! Hope you got the 40% off deal.

      Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!

      Log in to Reply
    • Robin says:
      23 November 2022 at 9:09 pm

      Hope you get an excellent night’s sleep tonight, lillyjo.

      Log in to Reply
    • Jalapeno says:
      23 November 2022 at 10:00 pm

      Yay for your package news! I noticed that my latest order from Fragrance Net is using a shipping company I never heard of before. Wonder how that will affect transit time?

      Log in to Reply
    • springpansy says:
      23 November 2022 at 11:23 pm

      Sleep well tonight and yay for movement with your package.

      Log in to Reply
  33. allo says:
    23 November 2022 at 8:42 pm

    25% off Serge Lutens (with some exceptions – Bell Jars, unfortunately)

    Log in to Reply
    • Robin says:
      23 November 2022 at 9:09 pm

      Wow, excellent deal.

      Log in to Reply
  34. springpansy says:
    23 November 2022 at 9:30 pm

    Because of COVID, I am lying in bed and reading a lot (I already finished the first Brother Cadfael and partway thru the second, also partway thru Bel Canto. And I also have The Newlyweds: Rearranging marriage in modern India). If I were well, I would be wearing my new very discounted bottle of Fendi Furiosa for the CP. But I can’t smell anything right now.

    Mr SP is bravely tackling the Thanksgiving dinner prep even tho we won’t be able to host anyone; we still had that turkey thawing in the fridge, so… I think it is not all bad—will be eye opening for him to see the amount of work I usually put in!

    Hope everyone who celebrates has a great Thanksgiving tomorrow!

    Log in to Reply
    • Jalapeno says:
      23 November 2022 at 9:58 pm

      Best of luck to Mr. SP with wrangling the Thanksgiving dinner!

      Log in to Reply
      • springpansy says:
        23 November 2022 at 10:04 pm

        😀

        Log in to Reply
  35. thegoddessrena says:
    23 November 2022 at 10:32 pm

    Sampling Chokedee today. This has a sort of toasted rice and pandan scent with a hint of banana and is just an easy-going tropical scent. I might get a bottle of this since it’s not really similiar to anything else I own.

    Today is prepping for the slow cooker turkey mole. Seeding the 3 kinds of chiles and roasting and grinding them with almonds, sesame seeds and peanuts, toasting the chiles and grinding them and also grinding some of the other spices So grateful that I don’t have to do all the grinding by hand.

    Log in to Reply

Leave a reply Cancel reply

You must be logged in to post a comment.

Advertisement

Search

Recent reviews

Atelier Cologne Love Osmanthus
Moschino Toy Boy
Arquiste Misfit
Diptyque Eau Capitale
Zoologist Bee
Parfum d’Empire Immortelle Corse
Comme des Garcons Series 10 Clash
Frédéric Malle Rose & Cuir
L’Artisan Parfumeur Le Chant de Camargue
Yves Saint Laurent Grain de Poudre
Régime des Fleurs Chloë Sevigny Little Flower
Chanel 1957
Gallivant Los Angeles
Amouage Portrayal Woman

Blogroll

Bois de Jasmin
Grain de Musc
Perfume Posse
The Non-Blonde
More blogs...

Perfumista lists

100 fragrances every perfumista should try
And 25 more fragrances every perfumista should smell
50 masculine fragrances every perfumista should try
26 vintage fragrances every perfumista should try
25 rose fragrances every perfumista should try
11 Cheap Perfumes Beauty Outsiders Love

Favorite posts

The Great Perfume Reduction Plan
Why I Love Old School Chypres
New to perfume and want to learn more?
How to make fragrance last through the day
Fragrance concentrations: sorting it all out
On reformulations, or why your favorite perfume doesn’t smell like it used to
How to get fragrance samples
Perfume for Life: How Long Will Your Fragrance Collection Last?

Upcoming

List of upcoming Friday projects

3 July ~ damage poll
12 July ~ summer reading poll

Back to Top

Home
Archives
About Now Smell This :: Privacy Policy
Perfume Reviews
New Perfumes
General Perfume Articles
The Monday Mail

Glossary of Perfume Terms
Perfume FAQ
Perfume Books

Noses ~ Perfumers A-E :: F-K :: L-S :: T-Z

Perfume Houses A-B :: C :: D-E :: F-G
H-J :: K-L :: M :: N-O :: P :: Q-R :: S
T :: U-Z

Copyright © 2005-2025 Now Smell This. All rights reserved.