“We began as a mineral. We emerged into plant life and the animal state, and then into being human; and always we have forgotten our former states, except in early spring – when we slightly recall being green again”.
– Rumi
(‘The Dream That Must Be Interpreted’)
The Black Narcissus 
Such a gorgeous time of year.
Love this. I’ve been recalling being green again. Galbanum goes straight to my soul.
now blood : once chlorophyll
It feels that way right now. Good time of year for Vol de Nuit extrait, since it’s still chilly in B.C.
And always, Nº19.
Just seen a vintage edp, which I have never owned, but 8000 yen. Do I need it?
Hmm. I don’t know. It’s rosier than the other formulations. I love it myself and would buy it unsniffed, but that is me. For you, I think it really depends on the bottle in question. There is so much variation. The one I have – just comparing it with one of my edts – also has more apparent orris, less vetiver. I actually find more galbanum, too. I think you need it if you can try it on and find it fills the bill. Give it half an hour before you decide; it needs time. Off the top of my head, I think you’d prefer the others, but if you supplies are dwindling and sources are spotty . . . It IS recognizably Nº19, no doubt, and far superior to anything they’ve put out in the last few years.
This was my feeling. I remember that smell from university.
We’ll see if it’s still there next Thursday.
First edition vintage „Vent vert“. That for me is the epitome of „green“.
Modern green: Ninfeo mio.
Yes I agree. Still have never properly smelled an intact vintage Vent Vert.
I YEARN to.
Would you post your thoughts on Anhiliation with Natalie Portman please,
Its very Margiela Replica/Tauerade/Houbigant.
Lots of post apocalyptic corsage references.
Thanks,
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