HALLOWEEN PERFUMES-LE REVENANT/ BPAL

The Halloween BPAL update is LIVE!!!! I need almost 10 of them but I have to wait till I win the lottery lol!!

Thankfully these will stay up until December so, we have a little more time to save up.

Reading the whole update I noticed that I already have some of these scents and I thought to retest them.

PERFUME:LE REVENANT 2011

COMPANY: BPAL

AVAILABILITY: Halloween limited edition, original in 2011 but it has been re-released this year so you can find it at the Bpal site until December!

OFFICIAL DESCRIPTION:A shroud of gardenia, narcissus, and sandalwood with ambrette seed, white cognac, muguet, davana, and white musk

BEFORE I SMELL: I see Baudelaire and white florals and my mind goes WANT NOW. That unfortunately doesn't always mean that the scent will  work on me...

FROM THE DECANT/BOTTLE: From the imp this one it's very elegant and feminine. Reminds me the women I see sometimes all dressed up and then they come by this is the perfume that you aspect them to wear. Floral and a little bit soapy.

WET ON SKIN: The muguet it's the most obvious note. I also get something green maybe it's the narcissus and the davana. This gardenia note, it's similar to the one Arcana use's in the Moonflower's bliss perfume. It's greener and sharper than the actual flower.

DRY DOWN: This one doesn't have a good staying power on me neither a good silage. After 3 hours it's almost gone. The dry down is musky sandalwood with a hind of white floral.

FINAL THOUGHTS: If you are looking for something to smell like Chanel or another conventional perfume, I think this is for you. It's very nice and if you work in an office or with other people and you need something that most people like and find it inoffensive, this is the one because it's light and stays close to the skin.

As for me, I've already have musky white florals so I don't need a full bottle of this.

What do you think about Bpals new update? Any must haves? 

HALLOWEEN PERFUMES! Mischief-Bpal

In anticipation of the Halloween update from Bpal and from other indie companies I have decided to revisit my autumnal-Halloween scents!

I love this time of the year it's actually my favorite. September it's my birthday month as well so from my childhood I have always waited for this month to come. I kind of hate Summer and hot weather so Autumn is my perfect season!

I love the color of the trees and smell in the air the start of the new season the first rain... All of it!

My addiction to perfumes introduced me to America's tradition of this season as well. When I first saw in the Cocoa's Pink's site that they had pumpkin perfumes it was so weird for me because we don't have that kind of perfumes here in Greece and we don't eat pumpkin so much or when we do we make savory pies instead of sweet one.

My first order with pumpkin stuff was from Cocoa Pink as well and it was a pumpkin set for the hair. From that moment I knew I found a new favorite note and I understood why so many people go crazy for pumpkins.

Then I learned how to make a pumpkin puree from scratch, keeping it in refrigerator and how to make cookies, cheesecakes, pies and all that stuff. This year I may make even a soap with pumpkin!My family at first thought that I was crazy but now they really enjoy my pumpkin creations!

The lovely Rachel from the Brighter Star of All blog shared some Halloween themed blogs with me so I will try to decorate my home too! If I managed to make something nice I will definitely share with you! I think I will start with carving a pumpkin and feeling a little naughty with wearing Mischief from Bpal

PERFUME: Mischief

COMPANY: BPAL

AVAILABILITY: 2012 HALLOWEENIE!

OFFICIAL DESCRIPTION:The scent of petty vandalism: toilet paper wads on damp maple trees, squished pumpkins, raw eggs, beer, pumpkin seed hulls, and soapy glass

BEFORE I SMELL: Now you don't reed that kind of perfume notes everyday and when you do it's highly possible that it has to do with BPAL!

Toilet paper, eggs, beef, soapy glass? Oh My !

FROM THE DECANT/BOTTLE: From the imp it's hands down one of the weirder perfumes I have ever sniffed. Cucumber, pumpkins, something vaguely aquatic, sweetness (from the egg?) and a little bit of spice.

WET ON SKIN: That's better! I get the foodie elements more but with an cucumber edge! The damp maple leaves make this perfume very autumnal and it puts you immediately in the autumn spirit even though is still hot outside:(

The perfume description doesn't mention any flowers but it feels like there are some floral elements to the whole like violet or iris.

In that point, I smell the beer as well. A woody beer like someone spilled a bottle of beer in a tree.

DRY DOWN: Fresh pumpkin, a little bit soapy and not entirely sweet. The dry down is my favorite part of this perfume and worth the wait.

OVERALL: I have an imp and this is enough for me. I really enjoy wearing it but it's not for everyday.

BPAL- SONG OF NATURE IMPRESSIONS

BPAL SONG OF NATURE REVIEWS/THOUGHTS

I wanted to post a review on this for the first moment I got them from the mail but I couldn't make my mind in some of these if I really like them or not. The main reason I got these is the nature theme. I love the sea and I could stay just watching the weaves for hours.

I don't know if other perfumer have made scents inspired by the creatures of the sea again but I did find it very inspiring and original. I love the artwork as well. For the look of these bottles and the notes I realize that Beth put a lot of care into these.

1. Desmonema: White amber and mimosa with tendrils of Italian bergamot, myrrh, green tangerine and green patchouli, sheer coconut, quince, and vetiver.

Demonema the giant jellyfish! When I first read the description, I found the combination of notes quite intriguing. The sourness of the tangerine, bergamot and quince, the sweetness of the coconut and the resinous amber and myrrh combined with the earthy patchouli and vetiver

From the Bottle: I get vetiver, patchouli and sour tangerine and bergamot. The bergamot here is strong and real. I love it

Wet: The vetiver is still very strong and makes the perfume very earthy and I don't know if this note is suitable for a jellyfish really. I see here why some people may not like this because vetiver doesn't have as many fans. The quince is a very clever addition and makes the whole sweeter.

This is a complex perfume and everytime I put my nose close to my wrist I smell something different.

Dry: The vetiver is getting softer now and the coconut becomes more obvious. I still get some sourness but isn't overpowering or annoying. The drydown is a green, powdery and a little bit sour patchouli

All in all I can't decide how I feel about this perfume but it's definitely unique!

2)Epibulia: East Indian Mango, cassis, blackcurrant, orange carnation, sugared coconut, and Maid of Orleans.

Belongs to the Siphonophores species. Similar to jellyfish. I got a half bottle of this because I love the smell of cassis and I was hoping that this will take me to France, where is possible to find anything with this fruit: Ice creams, liqueurs etc.. I still have a bottle of a liqueur which I use with white wine!

From the bottle: Mixed fruits and jasmine. It reminds me of a fruity bubblegum.

Wet: Mango, orange, jasmine.

The cassis and the red currant are there too but the jasmine and the coconut are taking over.

Dry: Drydown is a juicy jasmine with a hint of creaminess from the coconut.

Overall,it's a very nice summer scent. Nothing spectacular in my opinion as it does smell like a conventional perfume but I really enjoy wearing this when the weather is hot.

3)Octopus: Pale moss, white kelp, sea buckthorn berry, ambergris accord, Somalian frankincense, rose geranium, and salt.

How cool is to have an Octopus named perfume in your collection! Well I thought the same lol!

This is my favorite of the three perfumes I bought, When I smell this from the bottle is fresh and salty. On my skin it doesn't change too much. The strongest note is the aquatic / ambergris accord mixed with the rose geranium. It last at least three hours on me! It fits it's name perfectly and I love it!!!!!!

Bpal and Arcana Haul!!

Hi Guys!
Here are some pics of my latest bpal haul. I got half bottles from a decanter and I am very happy about it:)
My next order will possible be when the much awaited Carnaval will be back.

Octopus:Pale moss, white kelp, sea buckthorn berry, ambergris accord, Somalian frankincense, rose geranium, and salt.

Desmonema:White amber and mimosa with tendrils of Italian bergamot, myrrh, green tangerine and green patchouli, sheer coconut, quince, and vetiver

Epibulia:East Indian Mango, cassis, blackcurrant, orange carnation, sugared coconut, and Maid of Orleans.



and two full bottles:

Self-Portrait:A quiet honey musk with gentle orris, rice milk, and white gardenia


Uncle-Brian:Raspberry sherbet dotted with orangesicle, merlot gelato, pink cotton candy, and iced lime



Then from The Rhinestone Housewife I bought two amazing perfumes from Arcana. If you love vanilla as I do you have to buy these now that you can still get them!  The owner Jeanine also sent me a blush as a freeby and I love it! This wasn't something that I could have chosen to buy but I tried it and it looks so good on me that I am thinking to buy a full size. It's a coral but it's not in your face coral and it blends in with my natural skin color!  It's part of this set

Now the pic!

Thaks for reading!!!!!!!!!!!!

PERFUME: Almond milk

COMPANY: Firebird

AVAILABILITY: Available via Firebird's Etsy site

OFFICIAL DESCRIPTION:Soft, sensual, intoxicating: almond, vanilla, musk, a wisp of white chocolate. This fragrance manages to be both a soothing comfort scent and incredibly sexy at the same time (try it- you'll see what I mean). Sugary perfume haters need not apply, but lovers of all things sweet and gourmand- I think you'll enjoy this one quite a bit.

BEFORE I SMELL: When I read the rave reviews that Dee and Su had written on this I had to buy a full size unsniffed. Check their amazing reviews here and here and you will buy one yourself too!

FROM THE DECANT/BOTTLE: Sweet almond like macaroon but “fresher”

WET ON SKIN: Now I get the white chocolate too. It's very yummy but not sickening sweet

DRY DOWN: Soft and very addictive. I keep reapplying this while I am sitting on my sofa. The almond here is not the sharp kind and I think that this perfume will please almost everyone so, it's a great idea for a gift

FINAL THOUGHTS I want the body cream too!

IF YOU LIKE THIS YOU WILL LIKE: Troika-HoG

AND A SONG:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eCuUvNclXJA

The Field of Reeds-Possets

PERFUME: The field of Reeds

COMPANY: Possets

AVAILABILITY: Permanent

OFFICIAL DESCRIPTION: Relief and relaxation, paradise Egyptian style. Sweet sandalwood and two ambers, a touch of wood for reeds, and a kiss of golden musk, black pepper married with a drop of labdanum and this conjures the eternal happy golden light in which the elect must have bathed every day. A smooth and resinous sweet blend but with enough of the spice kick of a modern perfume to escape being downright primative.

BEFORE I SMELL: The scent of Aaru the Heaven for the Ancient Egyptians. Filled with Reeds which are something like papyrus if I am not mistaken.

This poppet was sent to me as a freeby. Black pepper doesn't always work for me but I am wondering how reeds smell and how Heavenly this is.

FROM THE DECANT/BOTTLE: Black pepper, lots of resins and something slightly medicinal.

WET ON SKIN: The black pepper is very well blended and it doesn't overpower the blend so fear not! The labdanum and the sandalwood are the stars of the show. It's not a green scent, at least on me. It's very woody, unisex and resinous.

DRY DOWN: The musks and the woods are so beautiful when the black pepper eventually goes away. It's almost like this one has a drop of vanilla in it.

FINAL THOUGHTS: Full bottle without a question!

IF YOU LIKE THIS YOU WILL LIKE: Manor- Solstice Scents

A SONG TO LISTEN WHILE WEARING IT:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H7exvD2nJG8

RAVEN MOON-BPAL

PERFUME: Raven Moon 2012

COMPANY: BPAL

AVAILABILITY: Limited edition

OFFICIAL DESCRIPTION:Mournful and Never-ending Remembrance: shining, moonlit ebony musk with benzoin, myrrh, smoky vanilla, patchouli, nutmeg, and dried red chili.

BEFORE I SMELL: I am a huge fun of E.A.Poe and I love Ravens. I wish we had ravens in Greece as well... The notes sound interesting as well especially the dried red chili.

FROM THE DECANT/BOTTLE: Spicy patchouli and deep raisins.

WET ON SKIN: Nutmeg is the strongest note. The red chili note is similar from the scent that you get when you are opening a vase of dried chilies and not the hotness that you are getting while eating them. The patchouli is lovely, is the variety which I love. In my opinion is a little bit masculine and definitely something that Poe would wear!

The myrrh and the benzoin are definitely there and my boyfriend thought that I smelt like incense and he really liked it.

DRY DOWN:Still no vanilla.. It isn't so strong as I was expecting from a heavy on the patchouli scent. It remains smokey and resinous.

FINAL THOUGHTS:I really like it, I will keep my decant but I don't think I will hunt a full bottle.

IF YOU LIKE THIS YOU WILL LIKE: All sinners day- Possets for the weird chili note!

AND A SONG TO LISTEL WHILE WEARING THIS: THE CURE- BURN 1994

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hyr5WdrEvGI