Tag Archives: Niche Fragrance

Clue Perfumes Review: Dandelion Butter and Warm Bulb

Posted on July 8, 2026 by Henna

One of the great joys of collecting, reviewing, and thinking about perfume is finding something that smells different than anything else you know. When you find something different, years into the hobby, it comes as a revelation, as a new … Continue reading →

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Affinessence Santal Basmati Review Video

Posted on August 16, 2022 by Henna

How relevant is a conversation about price? A few thoughts as I talk about Santal Basmati. Santal Basmati by Affinessence: interesting perfume, but is it worth the price? I should say that there are a variety of sizes available on … Continue reading →

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Serge Lutens Datura Noir Review

Posted on May 13, 2022 by Henna

My picture came out blurry, but I’m wearing Datura Noir by Serge Lutens. More of a gourmand tuberose thanks to the bitter almond, tonka, coconut, but it’s still not too sweet… kind of reminds me of sunscreen and summer, and … Continue reading →

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Fragrance Layering: Serge Lutens Fleurs d’oranger and Aerin Garden Rose

Posted on May 10, 2021 by Henna

Florals for spring: groundbreaking. These 2 work really well together, but the Serge Lutens is an Eau de Parfum, so it has better lasting power, and the Aerin Garden Rose is a toilette with amazing sillage.  You smell the rose … Continue reading →

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5 Fragrances Perfect for Gifting

Posted on February 3, 2021 by Henna

Valentine’s Day is coming up, so this is an apropos video for buying a scent that’s nice but hopefully won’t offend. Share this with whoever’s getting you a present, or save it to come back to! Perfumes mentioned: @GucciBeauty Memoire … Continue reading →

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