Spray of Violets

Shot in the dark here, but I'm looking for a good violet perfume.
Anyone have any suggestions?
I adored Marc Jacobs "Violets" (limited edition, of course) and Kenzo's "Flower: Satin" (also limited addition...anyone noticing the trend here? I know I complain about this a LOT, but it really gets my goat...)
I've considered this one

but they don't offer a sample, so I'm hesitant to drop that much cash on a scent that
might smell less than awesome on me...
So if anyone could point me in the right direction it would be
greatly appreciated.
xxx

I Smell Something Steamy

What happens when the brilliant perfumiers behind Black Phoenix Alchemy Labs think steamy thoughts? Phoenix Steamworks and Research Facility is born.
This new perfume line draws its inspiration from all things steampunk.
With names like The Coil, No. 93 Engine, and Ether how could you go wrong?
I can't wait to get my mitts on The Obsidian Widow (notes of pinot noir, dark myrrh, red sandalwood, black patchouli, night-blooming jasmine and attar of rose) and The Robotic Scarab (notes of metal, leather, frankincense & star anise).
Perfect for the mad scientist, avid explorer or steamy little urchin in your life.
Yummy-yum-yum.
Illustration by Mlle. Julie Dillon.

ps- make sure to check out their sister shop Black Phoenix Trading Post...there you can find various and sundry dry goods and beauty products.

Like Pepe le Pew

I am in love.
I am completely tits over ass for the following:

The music of the ever fabulous Nina Hagen.

Fireside Chai Tea from Zhena's Gypsy Tea. I currently have one bag left of this delicious tea. *sniffle sniffle* Thank heaven for my ever faithful English Breakfast.

The early work of Greta Garbo


This A-FREAKING-MAZING Hemp Hand lotion from the Body Shop that the smashing and dashing duo known as Carrie and Chris sent me for Christmas. (Yes, Carrie, it really is some good sh*t! Muwah!)

photographs of old books, dusty books, dirty books, books on shelves, books in piles, books, books, books (a little OCD anyone? yeah yeah yeah...i know i know)

by stuart interiors



Dig fashion? Check out Only Shallow & Sea of Shoes ...they're always full of inspiration...and speaking of fashion...Are you in need of a giggle? Read this "How to Dress Goth" article. Make sure you read the "Warnings" section at the bottom of the page.

What am I not digging on? I do not dig the fact that:
1) the weather has been too grey and flat for me to go out and play with my new lensbaby muse lens...grrrrrrrrrrrrr.
2) every time I find a perfume I really really like it's either a limited edition or it goes the way of the dinosaurs (par example: kenzo's Flower Satin (which is damn near impossible to track down...damn ltd ed's or Urban Decay's Sin RIP) So my quest of the perfect violet and yummy amber/vanilla perfumes continue...

I'm off to obsess.
well...obsess some more.
xx