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Actually, I DO Like Mainstream Perfume?
Whenever I start to talk about indie perfumes, I mention that my exploration began because so many mainstream perfumes give me migraines. I attribute this almost entirely to two things. First, almost all mainstream perfumes are alcohol-based, which tend to be more volatile. This allows the top, middle and bottom notes to really shine, but…
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Seriously answering a very silly post
I need you to understand that this Tweet speaks to my soul. The author explained that it was part of a game design exercise, but then went on to answer each and every one (go read the thread. Seriously. Magnificent.) But I LOVE weird, soul-searchy surveys. The Proust Questionnaire is my dream date. So I’m…
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Demeter Fragrance scent review
Here’s the fragrance review post you don’t want! I have been aware of Demeter Fragrance Library for years now. If you’re even mostly unfamiliar, they’re a perfume company that focuses almost entirely on replicating real scent experiences. Their three flagship scents were Dirt, Grass and Tomato. (I’ve sampled Dirt: I find it to be a…
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Quibi
Look, there’s been a lot of talk about Quibi lately. For those who aren’t familiar, it’s a streaming app with (almost exclusively) exclusive content. But the programs are divided into “QUIck BIte” 5-10 minute chapters. The founder said that this was to make it ideal for commuters to watch on the subway or bus. Currently,…
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Universal Standard Mystery Box
We all know that I’ve had iffy success in the past with clothing surprise boxes. I have too many “rules” for what I’ll wear, and I have the unreasonable expectation that 75% of the clothes I get will… y’know… fit. (Content warning: as with all of my clothing review posts, there will be some negative…
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The subtle art of preparing for the worst without making yourself so anxious you poop contstantly
I’ve been prepping. I know it’s irrational, but in the odd event that we find ourselves quarantined to any degree (spoiler alert: I did), it would be nice to know that we won’t be living on ramen and magazine page “toilet paper.” In the event that this will be a shock to some of you,…
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Personal Shopper by Prime Wardrobe: a letdown
We’ve previously discussed that there are perils to cherry picking from an already limited pool. Let me just get this out of the way up front: Personal Shopper by Prime Wardrobe can not succeed unless they add more clothing. Period. Personal Shopper by Prime Wardrobe can not succeed unless they add more clothing. I’m even…
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I am your Personal Shopper: sticking it to Bezos
As we previously discussed, I’m in the process of trying out Personal Shopper by Prime Wardrobe. But I think I can do it better than The Algorithm/Mechanical Turk/the theoretical actual person somewhere inside Amazon that does the “curation”. Let me prove it. These picks are all based on the same criteria that I gave my…
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Personal Shopper by Prime Wardrobe: let’s try it in real time!
Should I let a computer tell me what to wear? Ah, why the hell not!? I’m a plus sized person that shops in the “women’s” category. If I haven’t already made this abundantly clear, shopping for plus size clothing is a minefield. One problem is that clothes are often “junior’s” size (read, 2-6 sizes smaller…
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Enneagram
Enneagrams are finally having a moment. They’ve been edging in on astrology’s turf for a while, and I don’t see them going away anytime soon. Want to ride the wave? The “official” test is administered online for $12 via The Enneagram Institute. There are also free tests (which are supposedly less accurate) elsewhere online, such…
Dootsie Bug 