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The Bottle Changed. You Didn't.
Every few months, a thread goes viral on r/fragrance: someone repurchases a fragrance they loved years ago, and it smells wrong. They aren't imagining it.
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Field Notes
Observations on scent, craft, and everything in between.
№ 04 · FOUNDATIONS
The Anatomy of a Fragrance: How a Scent Unfolds on Your Skin
What are top notes, middle notes, and base notes in perfume? A clear guide to how fragrances are structured and why they change throughou...
№ 03 · The Glossary
Sillage, Longevity, Projection: A Glossary for the Fragrance-Curious
What do sillage, projection, and longevity mean in perfume? A simple guide to the three terms that describe how a fragrance actually perf...
№ 02 · Wear Guide
If Your Fragrance Disappears by Noon, Here's What Might Be Happening
Why does your perfume fade so quickly? A guide to what causes fragrance to disappear and how to make it last longer on your skin.
№ 01 · FOUNDATIONS
EDP, EDT, Parfum: What the Label on Your Bottle Actually Means
What's the difference between Eau de Parfum, Eau de Toilette, and Parfum? A clear, simple guide to fragrance concentrations and how to ch...