While browsing in the perfume section at Nordstrom recently, I spotted something that immediately caught my attention. The two creative minds of designer Marc Jacobs and Japanese contemporary artist Takashi Murakami have joined forces for Daisy Murakami, giving Jacobs’ familiar Daisyfragrance a decidedly Murakami makeover. Major squee.
The trend toward natural products is growing stronger, and the world of perfumery is embracing this shift with open arms. Natural perfumes, made from botanical ingredients and free from synthetic chemicals, are gaining popularity among consumers who prioritize purity, sustainability, and authenticity. These fragrances offer a range of benefits that go beyond just providing a pleasant scent, encompassing personal health, environmental sustainability, and a richer sensory experience. Continue reading The Great Potential of Natural Perfume→
When a new closeout store opened in my neighborhood a few months back, I suspected it would provide an excellent source for finding this site’s weekly Pink Thing of the Day, and I was, of course, correct. This 4-item Pink Fantasyfragrance and body care collection, which smells like ‘pink fantasy’ I suppose, was on sale for just $6.99! Considering it is a limited edition, I’d say that is quite a bargain!
What initially looks like a wheat paste ad for Wear a Mask perfume is actually a street art project from real-life perfume company D.S. & Durga. But is it really just an ad, or is it an artsy public service announcement? The burning question being: Is Wear a Mask eau de parfum a thing that exists? I can’t get a straight answer on that. Continue reading Street Art Ad Project: Wear A Mask Perfume By D.S. & Durga→
People will frequently ask me, “Gail Where Do You Find The Stuff That You Post for the Pink Thing Of The Day Column?” And I will tell them “I Find Them Everywhere!” Case in point: this Jeff Koons-esque mirrored Fuchsia Pink Perfume Bottle with Mickey Mouse Ears on its cap was found by me one rainy morning last week, peeking out from a box of toys that were perched atop the sealed trash bin in front of the Chickpad’s gate. A stroll through the Google tells me the that it is called Kiddy Girl — or sometimes My Way Kiddy Girl — Perfume. Yes, it is For Kids. Also, most of the bottles whose images I saw online have a logo printed on the bottle; so, how lucky was I to find one that is is such pristine, unmarked condition? So lucky, that is for sure.
