HS3

Long time, no post!  Things have finally settled around here and I think I’ll be able to post again.

A while back, I sampled Parfum d’Empire Eau de Gloire and loved it. It’s been sitting on my wishlist for over a year now, and I finally snagged a deal on a new bottle. I snapped a few shots when I got it out of the box and thought it would be a good way to start posting on here again.

Hope you stick around – I’ve got some very neat photos to post over the next couple weeks, including a bottle of Invasion Barbare that was just ordered and some gorgeous shots of the Murano bottle from Xerjoff. I’ve also got a big pile of samples just waiting to be tried.

Cool!

http://www.luckyscent.com/shop/category/511/page/1/brand/Xerjoff.html

The caps turned out to be a little crooked in a few, so I’ll probably send new versions with a single cap imposed on each for consistency. Still cool that my photos are being used there on LS now!

To the followers I have left here – big apologies for being the most poorly updated fragrance blog ever. I’ve been in the process of relocating for a new job in DC for the last month or so. I’m now sitting in a hotel room in Northern Virginia, away from any home, my wife, and technically unemployed until Tuesday. I have a load of great photos of the gorgeous Xerjoff bottles ready to post, including some magnificent shots of the cobalt, hand-blown version of the Murano bottle. A big thank you to Xerjoff for letting me take photos of that incredible work of art! There are also some great shots of the new 100ml size bottles of the XJ 17/17 line.

I have my whole collection sitting in Home Depot boxes next to me while I watch re-runs of NCIS.  I have a camera with me as well; perhaps I’ll pull a couple random ones out to share some shots with you!

Thanks for keeping with me during the post drought.

As per usual style for this site it seems, it’s been a long time since the last post. I suppose I’m trying to commit myself to too many hobbies and activities. However, the beautiful new Xerjoff XJ 17/17 100ml spray bottles are being released soon and I’ve gotten the opportunity to photograph them. They’re similar to the Shooting Stars bottles in terms of basic shape, but these have a gorgeously cut stone on the front of each. From the blood red Red Jasper on the brand new Damarose to the incredible Quartz Leopard Skin stone on the Elle, they’re all stunning.

Here’s a key to each:

Elle – Quartz Leopard Skin
Irisss – Malachite
XXY – Lapis Lazuli (this one almost glows under flash)
Damarose – Red Jasper
Richwood – Kalahary
Homme – Black Obsidian

I believe they’re to be released on the major sites and on their site (www.xerjoff.com) soon. I’ll have many more photos over the next couple weeks, but this is the first to be “released.” Happy Thanksgiving all! I must go be social now.

Bond No. 9 Chinatown

At first, I was worried that it would be too feminine just from the packaging (which is definitely feminine) after sampling it in a standard vial. However, I found a great deal on the Swarovski bottle and figured I could easily sell it if it didn’t work for me. I must say, though, that silly sparkly bottle is going to find its home in my wardrobe.

It’s incredible.. It starts as candied peaches but evolves into something creamy, close, and sweet while retaining a touch of spice and wood. It’s got a surprising citrus feeling that really sparkles.

I’ve worn it out of the house only once but received a huge positive reaction. It may sit on the feminine side of unisex, but really tends to impress all.

Bond No. 9 Bleecker Street

I think this is an incredible, unique scent. It lasts forever on me, 15 hours or more and I can still smell it. I often find myself randomly wanting to smell this and have to wear it that evening. Yes, the bottle is great, but I don’t really care.. the scent will drive you crazy. Very big thumbs up from me for this. Also works great on women.. I’ve let female friends wear it and they/I love it on them as well.

Bond No. 9 West Side

There’s something welcoming and familiar about it. It’s warm, sweet, with a floral touch that isn’t overly feminine.

Works great on my skin.. definitely worth a skin test if you’re sampling.

Bond No. 9 Coney Island

I get great longevity out of it (I could still detect it 12 hours later).
The opening is a huge burst of warm citrus. The caramel and chocolate keep the bright opening from being thin or too sharp, but it still makes your mouth water.

Bond No. 9 Hamptons

I find it to be a refreshing, close scent that is the type of “clean” scent I can get into. It’s bright, simple, and even somewhat dusty. The light floral top notes transform perfectly into a close skin scent that is unique in its own.

Bond No. 9 Nouveau Bowery

I find it in the same family as Central Park, but with a bright citrus element that isn’t in Central Park. It’s got that same bright sparkle in the top notes that I still can’t put my finger on, but I love. It’s fresh and bright without being commonplace or boring. I love it.

Bond No. 9 So New York

I like this quite a bit… starts out a coffee gourmand that dries to a rich, velvety floral. I’ve purchased a bottle for my wife and might be sneaking some sprays sometimes. It’s super long lasting as well, as are all the Bonds.