If you know Slumberhouse, you know this indie house has a serious cult following. Their limited drops often sell out in less than a minute. I was lucky enough to time the latest drop from Fumerie in Portland just right and score a bottle. And it was delivered this afternoon! For those unfamiliar, Slumberhouse is an independent perfume house out of Portland, Oregon, founded by self-taught perfumer Josh Lobb. He’s known for creating bold, unconventional fragrances that don’t smell like much else out there. This stuff isn’t cheap, especially considering you’re only getting 30ml, but the quality is undeniably there. So what’s Sådanne like? Think rich, juicy strawberries, jammy rose, white wine, ambergris, and woods. The strawberry is definitely the star here, sweet and almost syrupy, but there’s a tart, slightly boozy quality that keeps things interesting. The rose adds a floral richness while the ambergris and woods bring a darker depth. It’s fruity and sweet, but there’s something sophisticated and almost mysterious underneath it all. This is my second experience with Slumberhouse, but my first exploring this side of the house. It’s quite a departure from the darker, heavier fragrances they’re typically associated with. First impressions? I’m impressed! It’s a unique take on a fruity floral that manages to feel playful and luxurious at the same time. Definitely not your typical strawberry fragrance. I’m looking forward to spending more time with this one and seeing how it develops on skin. Anyone else have experience with Slumberhouse or sampled any of their offerings? Curious to hear your thoughts and impressions!

Today I’m wearing Iris Debonair from Creed, one of their newest releases. This sample was sent to me by my sales associate as soon as it came out, but it took ,me a bit to get a chance to give it a proper wear. I always enjoy trying something new from a house I already know well because there is a certain expectation that comes with it. You wonder whether it is going to feel immediately familiar. Whether it is going to surprise you. Or whether it will carve out its own little place in the collection. So far, Iris Debonair feels very polished. There is a fresh, aromatic quality up front, but what I’m enjoying more is the softer, smoother character underneath it. It feels refined, clean and very easy to wear. The iris gives it a slightly velvety quality without becoming overly powdery, and the lavender keeps the whole thing feeling crisp and put together. Not loud. Not flashy. Just very composed. A new release, a first proper wear, and so far a very strong first impression. 😎