r/perfumesthatfeellike

Work in progress — where thread becomes texture, and every bead carries a fragment of the face.

I need something nostalgic and bittersweet to match the vibe of Jeanne. She's the central character in the slow burning, sleepy Belgian 70s film Jeanne Dielman, 23 Commerce Quay, 1080 Brussels (1975).

Her life is so mundane yet so aesthetic. Whilst she goes on about her day, running errands around Brussels, there is something strikingly melancholic about her life... she is elegant, classy and cool-headed yet underneath, there is an underlying frustration. When I watched this movie, I was surprised I was captivated by 3 hours of ASMR cleaning, errands, brief French dialogues, and walking around town. Such a good movie. It's been a month since I've seen it but it's still on my mind.

Trying to find my signature scent but haven’t found anything that’s entirely me yet. I need your help, wizards of fragrance.

I loved Daisy by Marc Jacobs when I was much younger but now it feels too sweet and juvenile.

Not a Perfume by Juliette Has a Gun was my fav for a long time and I loved how long lasting it was but it’s a bit too heavy at times and feels a bit too sophisticated as I grow more mellow/ relaxed.

L'interdit by Givenchy gets me so much compliments and I still love it but it feels a bit too “clean girl” for me. I need a little more peppery/ mossy/ wine-y of a note in it.

I’ve been rubbing a “sage garden” essential oil on my neck and wrists (it’s supposed to be for my diffuser, I don’t reckon it’s good for my skin). I really like how fresh but not too herb-y it is and appreciate how it’s still pleasant instead of making me feel like throwing up when it’s in my nose while I’m feeling hungry or anxious.

One day I accidentally spilled candle wax on myself and the smell on my fingers was marvelous. I was reading a book for hours with a lit “butter croissant” scented candle after taking a shower and rubbing the oil on. The combination smell of book pages, sage essential oil, butter candle, vanilla body lotion and fresh, clean, slightly floral shower products was exactly what I want in a perfume. This but heavier and topped with a bit of peppery scent would be the perfume I wear for life. Idk how to ask the lady at the shop for recommendations like this without feeling like a nut case 😅

complete with photos of my doves. mostly mourning dove vibes though is what im looking for. their songs are so pretty

Im looking for something that is the feeling you used to get when trying not to cry because youre angry. Cause if you cry when youre angry then youre too emotional and wont be taken seriously. Does that make sense? Preferably with a little sprinkle of good old Christian guilt lol. Open to any ideas!

Robin Williams was famously known for making the entire world laugh while carrying a beautiful, quiet sensitivity behind the scenes.

I want to find a scent that represents that duality. Something that opens with a bright, playful, and effervescent burst (like citrus, mint, or ginger) to represent his comedic genius, but settles into a deeply comforting, grounded, and slightly melancholic base of sandalwood, iris, and soft musk.

Any fragrance recommendations that fit this mood?

Something that is sensual and moody. Erotic and tender, something that speaks its own language. Sophisticated and layered.

There's a certain smell and vibe about local thrift shops that I've always loved, it's some mix of the cheap laundry detergent, wood from the antique furniture, and something kinda cinnamon-y. It's such a comforting scent. I've never been able to find anything like it though :(

In honour of the gorgeous austin abrams, what do you think the musty kinda funky nonchalant "ratguy" would wear ... And don't say oldspice or sweat 😅