K.Harker

Welp, I think the perfect scent for this situation, hands down is Lionheart. It's a courage and drive builder while being warm and mother lion-y all at the same time. And I'm thinking from what I can smell, it's got lavender in it too. It's sweet, warm and comforting, while giving a feeling of protection confidence all in one go.

Wrath would be a good one to try. Strong dragons blood and cinnamon in it that my partner can smell from just about anywhere in the house. Tiki King has some oomph to it too.Ultraviolet is similar to vicks so it may be your savior.

I second the Buggre Alle This Bible. It's a great base if you want to try branching out into layering. The pipe tobacco note is prominent, the leather is well worn and smells exactly like a frequently used old archive would, and it's simple enough to work with. Dorian for me was much too feminine and sweet to be 'Holmes' worthy. But if you're interested in a more masculine version, Theodosius, The Legerdemain is good for that. Earl Grey tea leaves, a white fougere, jasmine leaf, pearlescent white musk, and vanilla bean. Another I echo is the Hellfire. Old Scratch may be another to look into if you haven't already, and branching out, the newest Blood Moon(2011), while Poe based, is quite nice.

Holy Double-Chocolate-Mint-Brownies Batman! I was about ready to gnaw my own wrist off when I put this on! Too bad it fades quickly! I'll definitely be getting a bottle of this next time.

Nero reminded me of Christmas with my EXTREMELY traditional side of the family. Roman Catholicism+ritual+family tradition+OCD cleanliness. It was nostalgia in a bottle, while bittersweet in the memories. I enjoyed the scent, however I'd want to put it in an oil heater or as an atmosphere spray.

three words will describe how this scent went on me: "Lemon Fruit Loop". Not an entirely bad smell, but it literally smelled like I broke into Kellog's cereal factory, and jumped into the lemon batter to roll around in awhile. Jarring. HMMM. Maybe if I try layering it with Tea, I might like it more.