I like Brin Reglisse. Thought about buying one as part of the pocket fragrance sets Hermes offers.
I also recently have problems with fragrances overwhelming me.
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I like Brin Reglisse. Thought about buying one as part of the pocket fragrance sets Hermes offers.
I also recently have problems with fragrances overwhelming me.
Yes La petite Cherie is very simple and refreshing that's why it's good for summer but it doesn't last awfully long.
Shalimar is very special and it suits sophisticated /intelligent ladies and it works any season of the year. It's the signature product of Guerlain. This one was created entirely by the "nose" from Guerlain. While today it's almost impossible to find a "nose" who only works for one perfume factory. They work avg four to six hours a day and they are paid extremely high. Often the "nose" is actually the same person who creates two products for two entirely different companies these days.
As for Petite robe noir I would give it 7 out of 10. It works but I don't think it's the best of Guerlain.
I don't have a large collection of perfume. Only the ones I like. My extended French family members tend to stick to only one or two perfume for years or their entire life. The perfume somehow represents a person from what I understood. They see a perfume in a shop then immediately this comment would come up " oh that's Miriam's perfume ", "ah Bridget wears this one.".
Well I think that sometimes a little variety might help. [emoji1]
I'm relieved to hear that you like it as well. I thought I was strange. I remember a thread about hermescense on this very forum many years ago and brin reglisse ( auto correct REALLY wants to make this "vein reflux", lol) was singled out and mocked profusely. I felt fragrance shamed
Only kidding of course, but it did make me think it wasn't popular in general. I love the pocket set and it's a nice price. DD loves the vanilla one and My SA has given me a few samples to try out at my own pace. She loves the poivre for me so I'll give it a go. If I can come up with 4, I will get the set.
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Well that explains it, cremel, I must not be intelligent or sophisticated.
You are correct about the single notes and lighter fragrances. My instinct tells me I don't do well with musk, the base of many luxe perfumes. Strangley, I can tolerate Chanel no. 5, coco and fracas. I do well with almost all Bulgari tea variations and the above mentioned H brin reglisse. I picked up a sample of Malle Une rose and so far so good. The idea of a signature scent appeals to the romantic in me but I do like a bit of variety as well. Do you know enough about fragrance to tell me why these particular perfumes don't make sick? A rep at Barneys once told me that musk was not my problem and loaded me up with samples to try to prove his point. Every one of them made me ill. So much for that experiment!
Thank you so much! I thought of you because I know that you like sombrero.
This was my first bag offer at my store so I'm thrilled. I shouldn't complain about my store. They are very straight forward and don't play games. I do think that getting to know the manager helps. They approve the bag purchases so if they know you and what you are looking for I think they are more likely to think of you when something shows up unexpectedly like this.
Someone asked about sombrero. I had a few days to read up on it. Most of what I found was here on tpf through a google search. There were many people who said they wouldn't take sombrero because it was too high maintenance. But it was clear that they didn't have any sombrero and were just guessing. Madame bijoux has a Constance in sombrero and spoke highly of it. She says that hers has worn well. It is a smooth leather similar to swift. It is matte unlike box. It will definitely develop a patina over time and you have to be careful about getting it wet. I don't mind this because I wanted this to be more of a special bag. Most of my workhorse bags are Togo. And I have and old LV sofia Coppola MM in Jasper which is the same color as rouge h. So I can use that for inclement weather etc. But if you want a workhorse bag I'm not sure sombrero is the way to go. Maybe Madame bijoux will chime in because I think she's the expert.
Yes, this is one of the leathers my SA said my store doesn't order.
But I think I would love it!! And I would love to hear more about it if anyone has any experience with it.I do speak often with the store manager, but have never spoken about what bag I'm looking for. Maybe it's time to do that. The assistant floor manager knows and I am very friendly with him, but it probably couldn't hurt to let everyone in the store know what I'm looking for lol.
I admit I'm a little jealous. But I am also ecstatic for you!! May you wear her in the best of health always.
Thanks PbP! I've read up on sombrero a little here on tpf and that's what had me somewhat nervous about the leather. Because it is a more rare leather and not as many have it there's a lot of speculation and maybe unnecessary worry. This bag of yours is divine
Congratulations again and I hope you enjoy it in the best of health!!
Yes, this is one of the leathers my SA said my store doesn't order.
I do speak often with the store manager, but have never spoken about what bag I'm looking for. Maybe it's time to do that. The assistant floor manager knows and I am very friendly with him, but it probably couldn't hurt to let everyone in the store know what I'm looking for lol.
I admit I'm a little jealous. But I am also ecstatic for you!! May you wear her in the best of health always.
You are so sweet. I am saying my prayers that you will find your perfect bag soon. If it is a newer leather maybe they will start getting more? [emoji1317]
Thanks PbP! I've read up on sombrero a little here on tpf and that's what had me somewhat nervous about the leather. Because it is a more rare leather and not as many have it there's a lot of speculation and maybe unnecessary worry. This bag of yours is divine
Thank you. [emoji255][emoji255][emoji255]
I like to eat licorice. I could handle sniffing it in a perfume but I'd probably have to snack on Bassetts All Sorts. I
think that might even bring some cosmic harmony into my life Lol dear Dharma I am far from a perfume expert. [emoji1]as far as I know some complex perfumes are artificial. Some perfumes are synthetic and contains artificial flavors and fragrance. Lots of ppl get headaches etc from these chemicals. Not every perfume is made from real essential oil extract from plants because it's very expensive. Other than that I have no other ideas.
I like to eat licorice. I could handle sniffing it in a perfume but I'd probably have to snack on Bassetts All Sorts. I
I love licorice candy. [emoji39][emoji39]
I once had a cosmetic rep tell me in all sincerity that the reason I had oily skin (acne prone, at that) was that I wasn't using enough moisturizer. (pore clogging moisturizer. Ugh).Well that explains it, cremel, I must not be intelligent or sophisticated.
You are correct about the single notes and lighter fragrances. My instinct tells me I don't do well with musk, the base of many luxe perfumes. Strangley, I can tolerate Chanel no. 5, coco and fracas. I do well with almost all Bulgari tea variations and the above mentioned H brin reglisse. I picked up a sample of Malle Une rose and so far so good. The idea of a signature scent appeals to the romantic in me but I do like a bit of variety as well. Do you know enough about fragrance to tell me why these particular perfumes don't make sick? A rep at Barneys once told me that musk was not my problem and loaded me up with samples to try to prove his point. Every one of them made me ill. So much for that experiment!
Do not second guess !
Your Kelly is special
I would choose it totally [emoji173]️[emoji173]️[emoji173]️