Vials Ethereal Lace Ivory Lace Lemon Lace Pink Lace Serene Lace Tea-Stained Lace Crowned (from the Bonny & Buxom collection) One Note At A Time
Ethereal Lace (white lilac + old books, Vanille, antique lace) In the vial: LEATHER and an AIRY SWEET LOTION scent Applied: This was the vial I was anticipating the most when I ordered but alas no lilac is detectable on me versus so many others I have seen gush about Ethereal Lace. I get a not so pleasant combination of glossy leather and something reminding me of my workplace with a sweet powder finish. In regards to the vanilla, it does occasionally peek out behind the thick leather scent but it is more conceptual than I had hoped. There is still something vintage I like about Ethereal Lace but ultimately I don't think this one is keeper for me. (**please remember everyone's skin chemistry is different and what my chemistry does with one note may not happen on someone else. That's the unique beauty of perfume oils, they react with everyone differently- don't hesitate to try a sample of something if it interests you). Ivory Lace (three vanillas lashed with amber honey + wrapped in antique lace) In the vial: SWEET POWDERY HONEY and faded VANILLA with WARMTH Applied: Ah! This is a better vial showcasing the elegant lace accord with warm vanilla. Ivory Lace is indeed lovely and romantic without being overpowering (almost a "your skin but better" type of fragrance) and I can detect the faded white florals and a drop of "greenness". It brings to mind the iconic lace ruffs you see in paintings and swaying Queen Anne's lace out in the fields. In terms of longevity, Ivory Lace (don't you adore these gorgeous names?) lasts around 6 hours on me. This would be perfect for those looking for a sweet understated scent that adds just the right amount of something special to finish off a positive day (or night). Lemon Lace (sweet-tart lemon combines with sweet Vanille + antique lace) In the vial: LEMON CURD and creamy POWDER Applied: For a brief time Lemon Lace brings to mind a lemon chiffon creme filling then it disappears to leave a still sweet powdery vanilla that lasts around 3 hours on me. I have to admit it may be my favourite vial out of them all for the workplace setting. It's calming and perfect for spring. Pink Lace (juicy strawberries + pink champagne, Vanille, antique lace) In the vial: STRAWBERRY NERDS CANDIES and CHAMPAGNE Applied: We have a morpher here as Pink Lace warms up with your skin creating a dulcet but refined fruity scent with a smooth vanilla in the background (I want to call this Strawberry Blush). What is it about fruit scents this time of the year? I can't get enough of them and Pink Lace is another keeper for my collection and for my candle warmer. Serene Lace (palo santo incense + a haze of cedar smoke, Vanille, antique lace) In the vial: MINTY WOOD, SMOKE and VANILLA Applied: The longer I allow Serene Lace to age the more the mint-like wood swirls with church smoke in this blend and I must admit I'm smitten with this creation and so is my cat. This is his choice pick as he won't stop woozing all over my arm when I wear this oil. Serene Lace is a fantastic sleep scent (especially in the oil warmer) and relaxing meditative fragrance for those days you just lock yourself away from the mad world. Tea-Stained Lace (rich pipe tobacco + black tea leaves, Vanille, antique lace) In the vial: MINT TEA and VANILLA Applied: Oh, a little bit of unexpected nostalgia for me as I can detect my dad's pipe tobacco and a wisp of smoke in this oil. It's not the true scent of Captain Black Gold but it's pretty darn close. Next the tannic tea intertwines with the pipe smoke and that crystalline vanilla comes out on the long drydown. Tea-Stained Lace is certainly one of the more polished tea fragrances I have tried. Unfortunately, this blend doesn't last more than 2 hours on me but I still enjoy that brief time it takes me back to another time. Crowned (inspired by Jane Seymour) --a clean blend of lavender, mint and grapefruit, fluffy marshmallow, royal sandalwood *this was a free sample that appeared in my order, thank you Poesie Perfume! I'm not entirely sure about Crowned as I amp the tart grapefruit with mint and am still searching for the lavender I can smell in the vial along with any marshmallow or sandalwood. On me, sadly there just isn't any complexity (and there is a mystery waxy note that I'm not fond of that continues to catch my attention) but I can see why others have been gushing about Crowned (it's uplifting and playful but also has a little mystique to it) and I do enjoy this oil in my warmer. It really sweeps away the cobwebs and aids in the mood of spring cleaning and letting some light in. Tudor Rose cherry rose vanilla cocoa black tea (organic black tea, cocoa nibs, natural vanilla flavor, strawberry pieces, apple pieces, hibiscus, rose petals, lemongrass) *this was a free sample that appeared in my order, thank you Poesie Perfume! I'm still training my palate with brewed teas so I can't honestly say I get all of the individual flavours in this cozy smelling mix but all around this is a great way to wake up and sit down to enjoy (I could happily sniff the mini bag alone all day). Is it my favourite from all the teas I tried from Poesie or any other charming shop? No- Twice to Tea, Fearless and Royale Velvet still reign over all in my pantry but I still quite like Tudor Rose though as it reminds me of Albert + Victoria without the spice (Mmm need to go brew a cup of that gem), is an applaudable capturing of a fascinating topic and if it returns someday, I may spring for a bag (this does make a fine delicous dark fruity brew). How can I not collect something that has cocoa and roses listed? *With many thanks to Poesie Perfume for kindly sending me these perfumes at a discount for sharing my honest thoughts. Poesie Perfume Comments are closed.
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