Autumn Scent Note: Mushroom
It’s been raining a bit this October, so I thought I’d highlight a scent note that nicely matches the feeling of autumnal dampness: mushroom. The first ti...
Category: Articles
Summer and Early Autumn 2026 Sampling
Last year, I mentioned in a post that getting through samples and discovery sets can take me a while. However, I truly appreciate what brands and perfumers shar...
My ScentFest SF Experience Featured on Basenotes
I enjoyed every moment at ScentFest SF 2026, so was I was beyond happy when Grant Osborne of Basenotes suggested publishing my article about my experience on hi...
An Artisan Chocolate and Fragrance Ritual
I love perfume and I love chocolate, so discovering ways to bring the two together through meaningful pairings, tastings, or rituals is a sublime feat. One of m...
Esxence 2026 – SENSING THE WORLD
Once again, Milan hosted Esxence – The Art Perfumery Event, the world-renowned event dedicated to artistic perfumery. Held from June 3 to 6 at the Milan Conven...
IPBA 2026: My First International Perfume Bottle Association Convention
The annual convention of the International Perfume Bottle Association (IPBA) was hosted in the heart of Chicago from April 23 to April 26, 2026, welcoming colle...
Reflections on my Collection
This past year was challenging in many ways, but in my experience, perfume always brings joy and hardly ever disappoints. One of the best things about 2025 was ...
Autumn 2025 Sampling
Being part of the fragrance community (or many fragrance communities, I should say) fills my life with delightful scents, incredible discoveries, and many oppor...
My Words Elsewhere
The past few months have been busy for several reasons. I haven’t been as active on my blog, but I’m excited to share some of the writing projects I’ve been inv...
I Sniff Before I Sleep’s 5th Birthday
I Sniff Before I Sleep turns 5 this month! From perfume reviews to scent memories to brand overviews to interviews, I’ve loved exploring the world of perf...