Sample Pass: Keiko Mecheri (CONUS only)

[SaNielsen]

We're ready to begin our sample pass from this lovely house.

The fragrances:
Gourmandises
Scarlett
Osmanthus
Taormine
Oliban
Ume
Bois de Santal

participants:

1. FooDog
2. kalli
3. cello
4. Schilling
5. cacio


Lisa

[sjg3839]

Nice list.

[Schilling]

SaNielsen,
I'd love to get in line for this, maybe in the middle/end since I'm still wrapping the Aldehyde Pass. I'm not acquainted with any of her perfumes yet.
I can send you some decanting supplies for the Bois de Santal, if you like, along with anything you'd like from the remnants of the PuPu Platter Pass that we did (Tauer Incense Rose, maybe?).
Thanks, Schilling

[SaNielsen]

Wonderful! You know I would love a little of that Incense Rose to keep. It was so hard to pass it along to the next person! I did put in an order to Accessories For Fragrance this morning, so decanting supplies are coming. When they get here I can reopen my wardrobe for sampling, too. Lisa

I can send you some decanting supplies for the Bois de Santal, if you like, along with anything you'd like from the remnants of the PuPu Platter Pass that we did (Tauer Incense Rose, maybe?).
Thanks, Schilling

[cacio]

I haven't tried much of the line, so that sounds interesting. But, since I am monopolizing the pts, put me in as a backup.

cacio

[Twolf]

Not interested in the pass itself -- KM has made just one fragrance that sits well on this skin to date and have tried them all in the pass -- but wanted to say THANKS for organizing it, there are many fans of KM's subtle "kitten paws" style.

[FooDog]

Hi, Lisa. I'd be interested in participating, if that's ok. I've been a little intimidated by other sample passes...this sounds like a good "starter".

[SaNielsen]

Welcome, FooDog! I just participated in two sample passes as a complete newbie, and everybody was so nice. Lisa

[Schilling]

How could anyone pass up kitten paws?

[southerngardens]

I have two sample passes of my own going on and the aldehydics pass coming up, so, would you put me on the last spot?

Thanks Lisa for putting this pass together!


southerngardens

[SaNielsen]

How could anyone pass up kitten paws?

I agree, what a lovely, apt description of these scents by Twolf.

Welcome FooDog, Schilling and southerngardens. Lisa

[Twolf]

Not me, it was someone else's expression a few years ago. BTW, for those who wanted to know which one does work for me -- it is her sadly discontinued Mogador.

[PerfumedLady]

I just participated in two sample passes as a complete newbie, and everybody was so nice. Lisa

And I've been meaning to tell you, you did a fantastic job! I really enjoyed your posts!

Leave me off the list, I'm up to my eyeballs with samples and passes right now. Just wanted to thank you for hosting such an interesting pass- and to tell you how much I enjoy your presence here!

[SaNielsen]

Thank you, PerfumedLady, you made my day! Lisa

[kalli]

I haven't sniffed these, I've only sniffed one Keiko, wasn't a fan. Smelled like baby powder and I forget, something that didn't go with baby powder lol. I'd like to try these maybe. Thanks a lot!

[SaNielsen]

Hi, kalli -- I'm glad you'll be trying some more. I don't think any of the samples in the pass are baby-powdery, so you might find a favorite.

In this pass I'm afraid you are all at the mercy of my sample choices -- I tend to shy away from roses, violets, patchouli, and sweet gourmands, though I bet Ms. Mecheri has a nice take on those.

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bump -- still looking for more participants for the pass...anyone?

[southerngardens]

BUMP- Still have room for more samplers!

[SaNielsen]

Decanting supplies have arrived, so I'm about ready to start the pass. We still have room for more folks if anyone's interested.

Lisa

[cello]

Hey SaNielsen, I would be up for some KM sampling. I have yet to find one that works, but I have not sniffed any of the ones you are offering except Ume. Would love to join in!

[SaNielsen]

Welcome, cello!

I will be mailing the samples to FooDog very shortly to start the pass. Everyone is welcome to post their impressions (but no pressure). I don't have a good nose for notes, but I enjoy the sense-pictures that fragrances create. Kvetching and sass welcomed!

Of the samples to go around, my favorites are Ume, Scarlet, and Bois de Santal.

Ume has a very different tangy/sour vibe that I find appealing. It reminds me of a college roommate's snacking on salty preserved plums. This is not fresh fruit, but fruit wearing dark glasses.

Scarlet is bright and brisk and happy. A nice wakeup call.

Bois de Santal is my full bottle purchase. I have been craving sandalwood lately, and this is the gentlest, kindliest one I've come across. Some days call for no sharp edges or loudness. For me this is a comfy chair, soft cushions, and a cat on my lap. Lisa

[southerngardens]

Due to unforseen circumstances, I won't be able to participate in the sample pass. I am sorry!

southerngardens

[SaNielsen]

We'll miss you, Robbie..hope everything is ok.

[jujy54]

Interested bystander on this one. I had the pleasure of sampling Loukhoum Parfum du Soir in a blind sniff. If it's any indication, this is a house that crafts with jewel-like delicacy. Sniffers, enjoy and report!

[SaNielsen]

Mailing to FooDog tomorrow. Sorry for the delay (work has been so busy). Lisa

[FooDog]

Sample box received today! Very exciting. Like Hannukah in March.

I popped open Bois de Santal and sprayed it on before I had even looked through all of the choices. I enjoy sandalwood, tonka and benzoin but have always had difficulty with rose, so I was curious about the combination of notes. I've always been enchanted by the idea of a rose-centered perfume but have not yet found one that works for me. Big florals tend to make me feel headachy.

I really liked the initial spray, which felt fresher than I expected it to. Around 30 minutes in I was only smelling the rose, but now -- about an hour in -- I'm starting to smell the sandalwood again. It's very pleasant and light enough that it's not setting off my "too perfumey" response. It's different from what I usually wear, a nice easy-going expansion of my perfume horizons.

Hope everyone is having a good weekend.

- Stacey

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Ok, I've got Scarlett on now. On my skin, it smells just like Tea for Two, minus the initial smoke. I don't get blood orange, musk or rose....just warm spices. I like it, as I like Tea for Two -- both feel warm and cozy to me, with a touch of the exotic.

[SaNielsen]

Enjoying your impressions, FooDog. Now I'm going to have to try Tea For Two!

[cello]

Thanks for the sample impressions FooDog! Yes, Scarlett sounds interesting, as I like Tea for Two but find it too smokey for my taste. But I like the spices.

[FooDog]

I tried Ume this evening. I don't think this one is for me. I liked the tangy fruity aspect when I first applied it (the plum, I presume?), but that didn't last long on me. Now it just smells very floral (my as yet untrained nose isn't giving me anything more specific there - sorry), which has historically been a problematic genre for me. I'm glad I only sprayed on a tiny, cautious spritz or I'd probably be fighting a headache right now.

Also, guys -- My apologies that I'm going through these a little slowly. I work in a hospital -- in close, direct contact with patients -- so I can't really experiment with unknown perfumes during my workday. Which means I'm limited to the evenings I'm home and the weekends I'm not on call. I didn't think about that when I signed up. If/when anyone's feeling restless, please let me know and I'll forward the samples whether or not I've gotten through the lot.

- Stacey

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Thanks for the sample impressions FooDog! Yes, Scarlett sounds interesting, as I like Tea for Two but find it too smokey for my taste. But I like the spices.

Well, then, this might be just perfect for you! I'll be curious to hear what you think when you try it.

[SaNielsen]

Please take your time with sampling, FooDog. I also work in a mandated "scent-free" workplace, though the customers often come in wearing perfume. Lisa

[cello]

Yes, FooDog, we have a small group, so please take your time! Completely understand, as I work in a hospital also I usually sample at night, and sometimes you just get busy. No hurry, and enjoy!