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The daily lemming

Posted by Robin on 25 November 2025 Leave a Comment

From MCMC Fragrances, (all natural) Deck the Halls Room Spray: "Transform your home into a haven of holiday cheer. The classic scent of balsam fir mixes with cozy cinnamon, zesty blood orange and calming cedar. There's nothing like walking into your home and smelling like the holidays have arrived." $38 for 100 ml, plus get 20% off with coupon code BRIGHT2025 through 12/2, at MCMC.

Tuesday scent of the day 11/25

Posted by Robin on 25 November 2025 84 Comments

It’s Tuesday and the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. Birthdays: Joe DiMaggio, Percy Sledge. RIP Jimmy Cliff. What fragrance are you wearing?

I’m in Lush Silky Underwear. Tea at the moment is Jasmine Pearl Tea Co Bombay Breakfast. 

Reminder: on 11/28, pick your Black Friday poison…

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Most spent less than $50 on their last fragrance purchase

Posted by Robin on 25 November 2025 Leave a Comment

Among Americans who use perfume regularly or occasionally, most (57%) spent less than $50 on their last fragrance purchase. About three in ten (31%) say they spent under $25, and another 26% spent between $25 and $49. Around one in five (22%) spent between $50 and $99, while 14% say they spent $100–$149. Only 4% report spending $150 or more, showing that high-end purchases remain relatively uncommon.

— Read more in New Fragrance Data: Scent and Price Matter Most, with 57% Spending Under $50 at Perfumer & Flavorist.

Lazy 3-day weekend poll ~ open thread, late November 2025

Posted by Robin on 22 November 2025 124 Comments

It’s almost Thanksgiving and we’re (hopefully) enjoying the calm before the holiday festivities with our usual open thread poll. Talk about anything you like — the fragrance you’re wearing today, any cooking or travel (or perfume shopping? just curling up with a good book?) plans you might have this week, whatever.

Or, ask a question about fragrance, then see if anyone else has asked a question that you can answer…

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L’Occitane Nuit Festive & Premiers Rayons ~ new fragrances

Posted by Robin on 22 November 2025 2 Comments

L’Occitane has launched Nuit Festive and Premiers Rayons, new limited edition fragrances for Holiday 2025.⁣..

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