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    Faunalia

    it doesn't smell like coke to me at all..it's definitely my favorite of the Yule 09 scents. On me it dries to a resinie awesomeness with a hint of darkness.. and it has amazing staying power. I can still smell this one on my wrists the day after, after a bath.
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    an apology

    I want to apologize to all the new members/lurking members who may have oils that I'd like to buy, or swap for. Sadly I won't be able to do so because of the actions of ONE member of this board and the lies she is getting away with to the staff here. This sucks, because I really enjoy buying/swapping oils here and I am very sure that almost all of you are honest people whom I'd love to get to know. However, I won't risk it because one bad person has left a very bad taste in my mouth. Once again, I'm so sorry. Kristana
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    Limited editions equivalents in the general catalog?

    the visuals.. >< nooooo lol
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    What do bottles and labels look like?

    as usual, you rock, Twilighteyes.
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    Roux-Ga-Roux

    I don't get the aquatics in this, which is great because I really don't like Selkie at all. I LOVE this scent. I wear it when I need to feel fierce..the moss is amazing on me and even my guy likes it. The cypress doesn't have that powdery undertone that it can get, in this, it has a nice bite.
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    EPIC BPAL Spreadsheet Thread

    I use ScentBase too, it's an easy way for me to check before I buy new stuff.
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    What do bottles and labels look like?

    ah, so a tarted imp just has a paper tag and string? if so, I think I have one. thanks
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    What do bottles and labels look like?

    can anyone show me what a tarted imp is?
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    EPIC BPAL Spreadsheet Thread

    I need an updated complete list, oooor stuff added over the summer and til now. If anyone has such a list, I would totally appreciate it if I could, like, borrow it
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    halloween 09 switch witch ketchup 9/29

    What are your thoughts on incense? I love incense, nag champa is my favorite stick. I also totally dig resin incense What about handbags/totes/clutches? the more the merrier Are there any particular movies you want on dvd? the Watchmen What about stickers? I have a whole cabinet in the office that is dedicated to stickers Possets update? only the oubliette sounds good to me Suppose i have a bottle of something you (my witchee) really wants, and i want to share it with you. Would you like a rollerball bottle made from oil in my own bottle in it? damn straight! Give us 5 blogs/websites you check every day! (besides bpal/facebook/lj) http://foodgawker.com/ http://www.drudgereport.com/ http://icanhascheezburger.com/ http://www.peopleofwalmart.com/ http://www.cracked.com/
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    more switch witch condiments 9/26/09

    What tarot card do you most identify with? I seem to get either the High Priestess or the Queen of Wands What are you and your family's feelings on: peanut butter, chocolate and caramel? Yes. What are your thoughts on Halloween decorations? LOVE them Do you like Celtic things? (Clothes, jewelry, pictures ect.) mmhmmm Would you like more contact from your witch? (I‘m talking particularly about e-mail) My Witch is doing a great job! Can you receive flowers at your address? Would you prefer food or a plant instead? oh yes, why yes I can, and I am a flower whore Would you mind vintage clothes? love them What about 2010 Wall calendars? Or 2010 journals or appointment diaries? What subject? I prefer the witch's calendars, with the phases of the moon, etc Switch Witches, which shoes do you own that are your favorite? What are your "daily drivers"? I live in a pair of white mountain leather sandals, which is hard to do up here in Boston If you could describe yourself in 5 words, what would they be? Intolerant, Fiery, Artsy, Moody, Loving Any WKAP you're excited about? yes, but sadly they will not be any part of my near future How do you feel about stationary? (pens, notepads, cards, pencils, etc.) LOVE this stuff do you use henna at all (hair or skin)? I love mendhi, I do both hands and both feet Do you want anything from the Arcana update? the new soaps are screaming for me to try them
  12. Do you drink alcohol? Wine, beer or liquor? What is your favorite wine/beer/mixed drink? I drink rarely, and socially, but when I do drink it's either Lambic Framboise ( a belgium beer IF the bar I am at has it ), or top shelf vodka. I can be persuaded to partake in the occasional absinthe, and/or a red headed slut or two. Do you like to find out there's a package on the way or to receive a tracking number to stalk, or do you prefer surprise packages? either way is fine with me If I were your witch, and I wanted to make you a spell or mojo bag, would you be into that? And, if you were, would you want it for something like love, prosperity or luck? Or would you want it for a certain element? Or would you want it for something more personal- and what might that be? I am certainly into that, and protection or prosperity would kick ass ******9/18***** Do you wear lip gloss/lip balm? If so, what flavors/scents? I use that, omg what is it called... Smith's Rosebud Salve I swear it used to have another name.. What is one thing you constantly keep with you that you constantly loose? My headache medicine ( imitrex) What are your favorite fruits? watermelon, fig, cherries, actually I love all fruits so far If Beth made a perfume called "switch witch" what notes would be in it? lol, beet!! chocolate, black and green tea, and mischief! What is your favorite cookie type? peanut butter and chocolate chip ******9/17***** Are you into 80s movies (like i am ) if so, which are your favorites and who are your favorite characters? lol, let's see, Lost Boys ( the dumb dark haired vampire that never talks), Tremors (kevin bacon), Point Break ( keanu reeves), Singles ( the rock star wannabe dude) Do you like Villainess soaps? What are your favorite scents? yes, yes I do, I love Killer Beez and Jai Mahal, but really all of her scents rock Do you mind artificial colors in your food? nope Who wants hair pretties?(headbands, barrettes, pony-o's, scrunchies, bobby pins, hair clips, etc) all of the above If you were my witchee, would you like any of the scents/sizes that are available on clearance? not sure what this is referring to, but clearance is always fine I am on an origami crane kick recently, so I wonder if anyone will be interested in origami crane earrings, origami crane in a glass vial (~1.2cm wide) phone charm/pendant or just a container filled with cranes of different sizes. sure How do you feel about clothing/accessories made from animals? Anti-fur, leather, shells, etc.? Does even faux wig you out? I am struggling with my hypocrisy regarding this subject, but sadly and tragically I LOVE leather, shells, horn, you name it How do you deal with stress? What's your favorite way to unwind? musical starstreams You're given the opportunity to apprentice at any trade (or craft) of your choosing for the period of one year. Your mentor may be any currently living person. Which field of study would you choose, and who would be your mentor? Cooking, Hubert Keller ******9/16***** Who is musically inclined? What instruments (voice counts) do you play? Would you enjoy sheet music? I am a worn out percussionist, lol. I don't currently play anything except my ipod or itunes Favorite musicals? Hair Which of the seven deadly sins is most likely to be your undoing? wrath Anyone want a nickname and embroidered headband from PandaBite? please no I have seen a lot of yankee candles haters..... personally i like yankee candle (some of them, anyway). do you or don't you, and if not, what candles do you like? I've always avoided them, I am not a big jar-candle person ******9/15***** Does anyone have any symbols they consider to be personally significant or talismanic? star, definitely Are there any Gods, Goddess, or other mythological figures of whom you're particularly fond? Oh my, from which Pantheon? I love them all. Super villain or vigilante? Which would you like to be? Which would you like to receive? vigilante, and vigilante What mythical or fantastic race of creatures (dragons, unicorns, griffins, elves, dwarves, faeries, etc.) do you most identify with, and why? mermaids, because my youngest son used to call me a "bootiful nermaid" when we would go swimming How do you feel about Dia de los Muertos? Are you interested in sugar skulls? Catrina (or other) skeleton figurines? love Love LOVE Dia de los Muertos!!! I always have an altar and everything. My kitchen in Texas has a Dia de los Muertos theme Do you have a favorite poem or poet? Maynard James Keenan and Oscar Wilde ******9/14***** For the crafty people out there: would you prefer something crafted or crafting supplies? something crafted Can you use pill boxes, a hard ID case, coin purse, etc? yes actually, I need another case for rare bpal imps Any songs you are desperately into at the moment? Tool Parabola pretty much anything by Tool, oh and What's autumn like in your neck of the woods? What do you love and/or hate about it? in Texas it's just lazy, in Boston it's sudden and colorful and reminds me of the original Halloween movie, in Germany it's magical. I LOVE autumn. What's your favorite product(s) at Trader Joe's? sadly I was run out of the local trader joe's by a very creepy guy, so I wouldn't know If you're caught in front of the tv, what are you watching? True Blood, Mad Men, Top Chef Any Amy Brown art fans? not yet.. How do you feel about Halloween music? (mix CDs, what have you) love them Who else is reeeeeally looking forward to Tim Burton's Alice In Wonderland? ME!!! Is there a store that you love which does not have a location near you (but that has a physical presence somewhere, not just online? Why do you love it so much? the bakeries in Germany Lolcats....yeah or nay? Yes!!! What is your favorite creepy folk story or legend? Bloody Mary, of course If your witch were to either write something for you or put together a collection of ghost stories, would you rather have it in writing, recorded as an oral telling, or both? writing, please If you had the funds to commission an original painting for yourself, what would it be of? What would it be like- colors, size, style? one of the monumentale cemeteries in Italy, maybe the one in Turin, it climbs up a hillside, so beautiful or Pompeii, realism please ******9/12-13***** What's something you're really looking forward to in the semi-near future? europe Could you use a 'travel' imp case? How many should it hold? lol, answered that above Yes please, 7 or 10 or so As a witchee, would you prefer to have many little packages sent to you throughout the round with a not-so-big final package or fewer things throughout the round with one huge final package to seal the sweetness? whatever my witch thinks is best What is your idea of the perfect evening at home? my cat, a good movie, tea and a comfy blanket and the bf Are you on any social networks (MySpace, Twitter, LJ, Facebook, Bebo, etc)? If so, make with the links! Are you open to new friends? I am open to new friends, but myspace is not very friendly, at least mine isn't What kind of socks? knee or above How often do you update your wishlist? every couple of months or so May I help you fill out your costuming wardrobe (assuming you costume)? Are there articles you are seeking to enhance your a) Halloween costume, Renfest attire, c) Cosplay, d) Steampunk accouterment? halloween is the awesome Who are your favorite artists/illustrators/art periods? art nouveau, art deco, renaissance, old masters, hell you name it I probably love it. What's your stance on cranberries? I like them anyway but juiced Do you mind receiving used (in good condition, of course) CDs or DVDs? (I know this question was on the questionnaire about books, but I didn't see one for DVDs or CDs.) nope Do you have a crush on anyone famous? Do you have a crush on any literary characters? Would you like fanfiction or fan art based on this/these people? maynard james keenan and danny carey. sure why not You're at home, or out, and you want a snack. Something that will get you through to the next meal, or through to the end of school or what ever. What do you grab? a banana! Do you have a favorite bpal bottle art? I love them all, really. Are there any decants from the Halloweenies, Literary Vampires, Gris Grimly, or Hellboy that you would be interested in receiving? I am getting a halloween decant group already, but yes any of the others would rock
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    halloween switch witch ketchup 9/12/09

    *There has been a lot of talk about chocolate, but none about Candy! What is your favorite Candy? What candy do you hate? - I hate candy corn. HE loves it. I love caramels. mmmmm. and omg have you tried those godiva peanut butter cups??? *Do you have a Blu-Ray player? - nope *Do you have any objections to receiving downloads? Is your internet connection fast enough for you to download large files like music easily? Are there any songs, albums, movies, or TV shows that you can't find/haven't been released that you want? - I am a download queen! fast connection too. I haven't seen The Colony yet, and I would love to find that. *Are you interested in things like home remedies for ailments, cleaning solutions, etc.? - I am afraid, my mom gave me some stuff once that I was really allergic too *If you do any kind of craft, could you use supplies? What kind? knitting needles, yarn, amazing fabric, pinking shears, cool thimbles or pincushins, jewelery making supplies, beads, etc.? -I love beads. I suck at using them, but I love them. I also covet clay and pencil colors *What's your favorite pain-relief remedy or ritual? - advil and a very hot bath *Do sounds make you happy? What ambient noises make you smile? - rain and thunderstorms, but I haven't found a recording yet that I enjoy *When you receive your SW packages...do you like receiving things that are individually wrapped inside? or unwrapped? or both? -whatever my witch wants to do *Of course, we're all going to be grateful no matter what our witches give us, but for the record, what is your anti-present? Tell us something that you think your future witch might give you that you absolutely, unequivocally DO. NOT. WANT. - licorice, blaaargh *What BPAL scent have you never tried but always wanted to? What scent have you tried and LOVED, and haven't been able to get more of and why? I have been dying to sniff the new orleans convergence scents for so long. *I know we're all scent sensitive here. What are your favorite non-perfume smells? Day in the life stuff? - ozone, my cat, grass, pine needles *Coffee drinkers, what types of beans to you like? Kona, Sumatra, Kenya..etc. How do you like them roasted? Do you like flavors, such as hazelnut, vanilla, etc. in your coffee? La Samuese, and you should try it, really, omg *Who has a birthday falling in this round? - not I *For those of us who like chocolate, do you like anything /in/ your chocolate, like fruit, nuts, or for the more daring among us, chilies? - I'm a daring kinda girl *Are there any childhood shows/movies/games/books/etc. that still hold a really special place in your heart? - Susan Cooper books, Conan books, and Scooby Doo *Super power? - super human strength! or setting things on fire with my mind *If I send you whole spices or coffee beans, would you be able to grind them or would you prefer them preground for your convenience? - grinding would be my pleasure *For the tea and coffee drinkers: Opinion on tea- and/or coffee-related accessories/etc? (Teaware, sugar crystals, infusers, tea chests, etc)How do you take your coffee (or tea)? Black or with cream and/or sugar? - I love anything tea or coffee related. I take my tea with a bit of sugar *Restaurants you'd like a gift certificate to on Restaurant.com? - Jay's Icecream . *In your perfect world it is chocolate and...? peanut butter *How do you scent your home: tarts, reed diffusers, BPAL, candles? - candles, incense, ( nag champa) and my oil burner *What's your favorite dessert treat? Ice cream? Cake? Pie? Fudge brownie cake with pie flavored ice cream on top? - cheesecake or lemon meringue pie *What one thing that is missing from your life would you like to have above all else? - no headaches *What was your favouritest job ever, and why? - paranormal investigator, I love abandoned buildings *Which three albums would you take to your apocalypse bolt hole and how would you power the generator? - wind power!!! and Tool, any 3 Tool albums *What GC scent have you been putting off getting since it'll "always be there"? - ...ozymandius *Any cooks? Could you use anything cooking related? Aprons? Cookbooks? Measuring Cups? Recipes? Herb/Spice containers? Fancy Spices? Dish Towels? Cocktail napkins? Amazing Beaded Pot Holders? (like from our very own Pottersville! ) Something else? - I LOVE cooking paraphenalia! *Are you an avid reader? What's your favorite book/series? -right now I am reading the Thieves World set again *What's your favorite candy to stock up on at Halloween? - reese's peanut butter pumpkins *What are your phobias? - hurricanes, I seriously have post traumatic stress disorder now *What is your favourite flower (or plant)? -night jasmine and roses *Duct tape purses and wallets and things are pretty darned cool. Who else thinks so? - I like the concept, but no thanks *An anonymous benefactor gives you $500 (or an equivalent amount of money in your currency of choice) with the following stipulations. You must spend all of it within a week: any money left unspent must be returned. You must spend at least half of the money on yourself. You may not use it to pay off debts or bills of any kind. What do you do with the money? buy some more antiquities or art, always my mad money choice *Who likes coloring books? Me!!!! *Do you have a Good Reads profile? If so, make with the link! If you don't have one, go make one! - I don't, but I'll try to fit it in *You're in the kitchen at the end of a pay period and groceries are pretty scarce. Do you take the five ingredients you find first and make something fabulous, or do you order take out? - I prepare stuff from the pantry *If you could decorate/redecorate any 1 room in your home, what would it be and how would you decorate it? -the living room, I HATE the couches *Any rabid sports fans out there? What teams do you root for? - I love the Dallas Cowboys, but I don't really follow them right now *What's your favorite animal? (You can have more than one.) - frogs, cuttlefish, octopi, bats and kitties *This is how the world ends... zombie apocalypse, robot uprising, alien invasion, return of the elder gods... which doomsday scenario do you prefer (or make your own!)? - zombies! *In the year 2525... if man is still alive... what sort of future do you imagine? (apologies to anyone who gets that song stuck in their head!) - gattaca *Do you believe in magic (or magick, if you prefer)?yes, I was raised by a pagan priestess *If you found the puzzle box from Hellraiser, what would you do with it? ( and would you be able to resist playing with it? ) -I'd get into BIG trouble with it, of that I am certain *Do you like pinup art/images? - yes *What are your plans for Halloween? Have you made any yet? Do you have any traditions? - I do have one tradition that I can't really discuss in polite society. normally I go to a party, or prowl around cemeteries *Who are your BPAL forum buddies? they know who they are *What is your favorite color? - black *Any other steampunk fans/lovers? - I like the brassy antique medical equipment form of steampunk
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    Sandalwood Scents

    bony moon, for me and now shadowless like silence
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    The Hell-Gate Of Ireland

    I wore this today, I agree that the clove note is divine. I will be ordering another bottle as well. It stayed on all day and just got more spicy on my skin as the day wore on. I am sniffing my wrist right now and I love the deep spicy complexity that it's developed into. the citrus note is barely there, which is good for me.
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    EPIC BPAL Spreadsheet Thread

    thanks Hackess, so much, I'll be printing it up tomorrow
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    The Phantom Cow of Yerba Buena Island

    the herb I get most is oregano, with a very very tiny bite of something citrusie coming through the sweetness..
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    Summer Switch Witch 09 questions

    -"If I could be I would be ____________ for a day." Fill in the blank. King! ala King Henry VIIIth -Anything from the newest ebay listing? oh yes, yes indeed. but I am watching it closely and hoping I can afford something. -Anything from the trunk show? the tarot oils really appeal to me -How did you get your forum name? it's my first name -Would you be interested in receiving some pasties from your witch? lol, sure -Do you like Sugar Ray (the band not the boxer)? they are ok, a little too poppy for me -What's the wallpaper/screensaver on your computer? it's a photo I took of some sea anemones and starfish, lots of deep turquoise blues and bright oranges -Who knows about wizard rock and wants more? Who doesn't know but wants to? I didn't know about it until today, and LOL So what are people doing with their saturdays so far? hiking and exploring the area when possible, working on my little garden, and gaming if it's raining Ok, for all you shower people, would you like BPAL scented soap? Or how about BPAL scented massage bars or solid scrub bars? yes please Dolls or miniatures? only living dead dolls, and it's been such a long time. mine all drowned in Hurricane Katrina Hello Kitty and such? nope Anyone reading an amazing book right now? I am reading Neil Gaiman's stuff, and I love it What is your favorite anime, or if you don't like that what is your favorite animated series? Do you like villians that are funny because they are meant to be, or are you like me and love the villian that just can't seem to get his evil schemes to work? I am not into anime, I love the Watchmen and 300, do they count? Tea. How do you feel about it? mmm, tea is one of the essences of my soul. would my future witchee like to receive steampunk style jewelry? that sounds fun Does your feline like catnip? yes, yes he does Salt soap bars (soap made with a large quantity of salt, like salt-scrub-in-a-bar)? sure, but I prefer my products to be moisturizing How would you feel about homemade jelly/jam from home-grown berries? yes please Homemade dill pickles? Made from cukes, beans, snap peas, baby zucchini? yes please Based on Prior Carnivale act prototypes...which one are you truly excited about? Would it bother you if you are not the first person to receive the same gift? Imagine a Witch who always sends her favourite book, for example. not at all Pets: What do you have, and do they need/want anything? I have a cat, he has a cat, then we have two turtles and a goldfish Does anyone play video games? What platform(s)? Are there any new or vintage games you would like? pc games Twilight fans, would you be interested in any products from this Etsy seller? If so, add the items you like to your Etsy favorites and make sure your wishlist is posted somewhere for your witch. I am not a big Twilight fan Are you in need of decanting supplies, wand caps, or other scent-related paraphernalia? yes actually Are there any single notes (likely non bpal) that anyone is dying to have/try? sandalwoods, benzoin, dragon's blood. anything incensie net flick or the likes gift subscriptions? we use Itunes and an AppleTV My fiance sent me an early dvd rip of Coraline that he was given (pretty sure it's not been released yet, but I sometimes have a hard time keeping up) and I was wondering if anyone would like a copy of it? sure If you were to make a seasonal mix CD for this summer, what would you name it? let the bodies hit the floor Is there any place you've visited where you feel like you left your heart there? Verona Italy and London What is your favorite latin or faux latiny phrase? Scientia sol mentis. Are you a candles person, incense person, or just a BPTP spritzer for room scents? candles and incense, mmmm If you have music or DVD's on your wishlist, do you mind getting a burned copy? How about if it is original packaging but previously used? Or do you only want it new? I have an ipod, so I don't really use cds, but burned dvds are fine Who is your favorite artist? What are some of your favorite pieces of their work? wow, that's hard. I love the work of Edmund Dulac, "she was always picking flowers" is one of my favorites, but I also deeply love the work of William Turner, his paintings of Venice are amazing. If your witch goes to Convergence (or is bestest friends with someone, same thing), is there anything you'd love to have The Sailing Stones of Death Valley please For those candy loving witchees. Are there any 3 that u love and would like more of? caramels, definitely Have you any desire to read Hannibal? sure would anyone like to receive some original, or very much loved recipes from his/her witch? yes indeed Which flavors are you interested to try from the Chocolate Research Facility? I am not a big chocolate fan Hair adornments? pony tail holders, always Is there any infomercial product you're dying to try even though you know it probably sucks? nope What do you like to snack on? fruits, raisins, popcorn, yogurt What is the color scheme you use most when you decorate? natural colors, lots of nuetrals, browns, golds, grays, black, but my bedroom is evolving into a harem room Do you like coconut (to eat)? yes indeed, and I am addicted to coconut water What kind of mythology are you interested in? roman and greek, norse, germanic, aztec ...lol, pretty much all What of the summer update (Egyptian, Lawn Ornaments, etc.) appeals most to you? the festival of anuket Puddin' posts ebay sales of older stuff every now and then - what of the current lot are you dying for? l'estate or pinched with 4 aces Do you have an electric stove, and would you like a bowl and tarts to use the residual heat (and for extra safety)? I have a gas stove Are you freaking out over any of the discontinued scents, dear fellow Witches? nope, I ordered the ones I wanted just now
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    Death Cap

    the earth note completely faded into the background on me after an hour or so, and the sweet notes were lovely and still there when I woke up the next day
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    Sweet dried grasses scents

    I love the smell of alfalfa, and clover. I miss it.
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    ever increasing ginormous swap list

    bpal 5ml darkness ( at top of label ) l'inverno ( at top of label) beltane 2008 ( at top of label) violette market 10ml whip 5ml ghost town arcana skipping vespers possets naples yellow doped pumpkin halloween highway 666 woobie necropolis asphodel cobalt blends ritual nocturne alchemy bastet's chocolate covered raspberry temple of horus blooddrop merci 18
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    No. 93 Engine

    it has a bite to it, and a smokiness on my skin, reminds me of gunpowder laced with a very complex cinnamon
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    The Lady On The Grey

    to me it is the perfect blend of florals and incense, not heavy, ethereal is definitely the word to describe it. I love the lightness after it dries on my wrist.
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    wishlist

    I am keeping track of my wishlist at Scentbase My ScentBase Profile
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