Have you ever walked down the aisles of a department store and noticed that all of their generic fragrances are inspired by the same place? Every fragrance that I passed was another version of a
Every year as the seasons change from winter to spring, I begin to do a little spring cleaning and throw out the things I don’t need anymore. In some ways, this allows me to start fresh with the
My friend, Julie, was at my house scanning the rows and rows of perfumes that I have lined up on my nightstand. She picked up each one, reading its label and putting it back down again before she
When I spot a gardenia flower, a sense of calm comes over me. Gardenias symbolize purity and love in so many cultures, and something about their beauty really touches me. Instead of paying to keep
Ever since I can remember, I’ve used the calming scent of vanilla to unwind when I’m stressed out beyond belief. From vanilla satchels to vanilla-scented bubble bath, I’ve tried it all. But,
My best friend, Sarah, and I were getting ready for a night on the town, putting the finishing touches on our make-up and hair. She tossed something my way that caught me by surprise. I reached out
A friend of mine came over to help me get ready for a blind date because I was in panic mode about what to wear and how to do my hair and makeup. As soon as we finished picking out the perfect dress
As I strolled down the romantic streets of Italy looking for a place to rest my tired legs, I saw a coffee shop just a few feet away, right near the historic Trevi Fountain. I fumbled through my
Last month was my birthday and a thoughtful friend of mine gifted me the best present of all, a subscription to the best monthly beauty box subscription, The Story of Perfume by Harvey Prince. I have
I love walking up and down the aisles of department and specialty cosmetic stores, scanning the shelves for new products that I can test out. Because I’m so dedicated to shopping for the best