Author Archives: Henna
Christmas Perfumes
Cinnamon spice and everything nice for the holidays. My holidays don’t really smell like baking and apple pie but… they do now. I mean, if I had to pick a Christmassy scent, it would be the smell of turkey in … Continue reading
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Tagged Atelier des Ors, Frederic Malle, Hermes, Perfume Blog, Perfume Collection
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Diptyque Feu de Bois Candle
If you’re looking for a new candle this winter season, this one would be my pick. Feu de Bois by Diptyque. It has smoky campfire vibes which pairs nicely with any baking you might be doing for the holiday season. … Continue reading
Kerastase Le Gloss Parfum
I first tried Kerastase Le Gloss Glaze Drops in my sister’s bathroom this past summer, and the scent reminded me of Lancome’s Idole Power, which reminds me of Guidance. Love it or hate it, but Guidance has taken the world … Continue reading
Hermes Ambre Narguile Perfume Review
Christmas in a bottle: Hermes Ambre Narguilé. Apple cinnamon with the apples being a bit tarte and leaking out of the pie plate, sticking to the side so they’re a bit jammy and sticky. Cozy and inviting, the pie sits … Continue reading
Zara Iris Veil Perfume Review
Fun and carefree is underrated. Zara Iris Veil is here to save the day with some powdered marshmallows and warm musk. It’s like giving your favourite niece a hug. All cupcakes and rainbows on top but also clean and comfortable … Continue reading
Grand Soir In Times of Trouble
Nothing is scarier than getting your rights taken away by the government, and here’s what I wore and ate the week I lost my right to strike and negotiate a contract, but was happy to be at a job I … Continue reading
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Tagged Grand Soir, Maison Francis Kurkdijian, MFK, Perfume Blog, Perfume Writer
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Miu Miu Miutine
Today I smell like I’m off to my first job and I’ve already spent my first paycheck. I’m buoyed by someone in the elevator telling me I smell good but I’ll quickly realize that my workplace is scent-free and a … Continue reading
Lancome Skincare I Love
Here is some space-age packaging from Lancome. They’ve thought about packaging that attracts the eye but also works, and all of these are just glowing. It’s almost as if they’re hinting at the glow you could also have if you … Continue reading
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Tagged Lancome, Lancome Skincare, Skincare Blog, Skincare Blogger, Sunscreen, Sunscreen Review
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Roger & Gallet Verveine Utopie
Crisp days are for you to decide what direction you want to go in: cozy scents or summery scents. I chose vetiver today in the form of Verveine Utopie by Roger and Gallet. The extrait de Cologne reminds me of … Continue reading
Eau d’Hermes – Who is it for?
We know that all perfume is unisex, and masculine and feminine perfumes are just constructs of marking people, but still… Going old-school today (1951!) with some Eau d’Hermes. Lightly spiced lavender that’s fresh and bright, but on top of a … Continue reading
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Tagged Eau d'Hermes, Genderless Perfume, Hermes, Perfume Writer, References
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