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strange....I guess I can see why people smell grapefruit, but I get a sharp, spicy lily with a sweet hint of something syrupy. It's an aquatic lily scent on me. Fresh, almost a hint of fruit I guess. Interesting, but a bit astringent as a perfume. ETA: Wait, I do get citrus here after it dries down more. It also seems to become a little generic somehow, like something I've smelled before. It's reminding me of Elizabeth Arden's Sunflowers.

Alice stays quite true to her scent description - honeyed rose with carnation and bergamot. This goes a bit too soapy for me, and I'm just not in a rose mood today. It embodies little miss Alice quite nicely, though, I must say. I can see why so many people like her, I'm just not feelin' it though. Edit to add: I just tried a fresh-from-the-lab frimp, and the experience is a bit different. There's more of a musky, creamy feel to Alice than I remember - along the lines of Snow White and Dana O'Shea. It must be the milk note. I actually like this a lot more the second time around. Glad I gave it another chance! 4 out of 5

This is much softer than I expected, the musk seems to be dominating rather than sitting in the background. Thanatopsis is basically musk with a hint of pine and juniper, and it blends to an air of something almost floral from the herbal greenness. It's not bad, but it does seem a little grief-stricken. It's also a bit masculine for me.

Weird! I can smell the fresh pine, and the citrus/eucalyptus is in the background and hardly noticeable to me. Makes me think of pine-scented candles around the holidays, or a Christmas tree. Not bad for aromatherapy, not great as a wearable perfume on me.

The amber in Titus Andronicus is going straight to baby-powder on me (as amber seems to enjoy doing this to me, I'm not exactly shocked). The notes backing it up are intensely spicy and woodsy. This is a strong, proud scent. It's actually a little too strong for me, though. It's giving me a bit of a headache and I have a feeling it's going to be diffucult to get it off. Whew! Really intense. *Biff* right in the face! I hope some amber-phile will enjoy this imp, as I will be passing it along.

Oh my this is smoooooth! The fig in this blend is absolutely the best fig I have ever experienced. It is almost coconutty, with a tobacco-like warmth and a hint of wine. Reminds me of Untitled #2 by Tristan Brando, which has a lot of coconut and vanilla. If you like fig scents, you've got to try this....it's moist, rich, and sexy.

If you love lilies, this is your must-have scent. Personally, I feel like I can appreciate Black Lily, but I don't have a hole in my heart for it. It's a simple, elegant soliflore (even if it's actually a well-crafted blend - but I wouldn't know either way). It smells very true-to-life, and reminds me of the Lily of the Valley that blooms outside my mother's house (although darker somehow, and I'm not saying that because of the name : -). Someone mentioned pollen, and I agree. I have to mention that the fresh-lily scent seems to fade rather quickly, and leaves behind a subdued skin scent. I am grateful for the frimp, but it will be passed along to someone who will slather it properly.

Along with the incensey swirl of frankincense, there is definitely something fruity and creamy about this blend. I'm one of those jerks who often compares scents to other scents, so forgive me for saying that this reminds me of tiare gardenia (like Monyette Paris, Kai, or B&BW Tiare Flower). This is beautiful in its own right. I can't help comparing it to tiare, though. This happens to me sometimes; a blend of notes just hits me in a weird way and smells like something it shouldn't. I like it, and I'm happy for the chance to have tried it. Yet, it is not a keeper for me. Maybe someone else will give it more love.

Um, it's feminine and floral, and lightly cirtusy/aquatic. I love ylang-ylang and neroli, but this blend isn't knocking me over. It's simple, and light, and yet it's somehow not....me.... It's fresh and bright. But, I don't know.... This is the most poorly-written review ever, I know. This scent is evoking a whole lot of "meh" in me, and I'm sad that I'm not liking it, but it's reminding me of something that I can't put a finger on and whatever it is I don't care for it. Bleh.

Looking at the notes, this seems like a scent that I should be into, but I don't think it likes me. The lavender and pine are clashing with the orange blossom a little bit, and are making the blossom medicinal and soapy rather than soft and springy. This is a clean-scent, and people that are into citrusy, aquatic, soapy scents would really like this, I think. It's interesting, and certainly not one-dimensional, but it's a different side of orange blossom. I lean more toward blends that bring out the flower's shy sweetness, but Melpomene brings out a cold freshness, and is hauntingly sharp. I can't say that I passionately dislike Melpomene; it's just that it's living up to its grief-stricken namesake and there is some sadness in its soapy coolness. I'm glad I tried it, but Succubus will fulfill my orange flower needs.

In the imp, this was so strongly 'hot cinnamon candy' that I had no intention of trying it. But, in the interest of not being a snobby a-hole, I put a drop on my finger. Once again, I'm glad I didn't judge too soon, because this is not the same as it was in the imp! The "red-hots" chilled out into a smooth, spicy note that blends in nicely and lets the rest of the harmonious notes swirl and play. Ladies in search of Chai Tea, I hope you get your hands on some Plunder. Beth has listened to your pleas and created a scent just for you! It is a lovely combination of spices, most notably cinnamon and clove, and it is warm and yummy. I agree with everyone else who said that this is the scent of chai tea without any honey or milk....I'm sure if I wanted to, I could layer this creatively to add those elements. I'm not overly interested in smelling like chai, but this is quite pleasant. A great winter blend because of the holiday-esque spices. I will frimp it along because I'm sure someone else is going to swoon over it!

In the imp, Midnight Kiss has a terrible, sickly-sweet, fake-caramel kind of note when it hits my nose. It is sickening to me, and so I had no interest in trying it. However, I've been frimped by the Lab three times, now, so I've finally decided I should let a drop hit my skin. I don't know what that smell is in the imp, but once Midnight Kiss is on me, the "yuck" is non-existent, and the scent is a different creature altogether. It's quite beautiful and I definitely see why people are likening it to Mme. Moriarty (of which I own 5mL). Midnight Kiss is juicy, warm cherry compote tempered with lovely hints of cocoa, pipe tobacco, and a whisper of sandalwood and patchouli. It's luverly! It's completely different than the ick that I smell in the imp, and is yet another reminder that you can't judge a BPAL without giving it a chance on your skin. As it dries down, the juiciness subsides, and it becomes a little more woody, as the patch and sandalwood start to dominate more and more. I am surprised at how much I enjoy this scent, but I don't see myself wearing it again for some reason. Maybe because it reminds me of the Misfortune Teller, but the Madame has not been trumped by this Kiss. Also, the patchouli and sandalwood are a bit more dominant than I prefer in a blended scent (as much as I dig wearing them as a 50/50 blend on their own). I'll still frimp this one along, but I'm glad I gave it a chance, because it's a helluva lot nicer than I expected.

'07 Version I was expecting something far less creamy with Snow White. I mean, it's a white scent, but in a milky sense - I don't smell any florals at all! I'm not sure what's in here, but I am getting an almond milk/coconut milk base with a swirl of something aquatic (non-citrus aquatic, I must emphasize). It's like there's a drop of men's cologne in here...ozone, maybe? I was expecting something so different from what Snow White is on me. It's foody, but still airy - The coconut-topped angel food cake comparison was pretty interesting, and I'll second that, valentina! I hate almond, and I'm not a huge coconut fan these days, so I don't think SW is a keeper for me. Sad Face!! I just don't like it. So bummed. It reminds me of Ralph Lauren Hot, to be quite honest. I hate it when scents don't work for me, I want to like every single one! I hope I can find a more appreciative home for this little princess, because she totally wants nothing to do with me.

Hrmmm... I really am not sure if I like Noche Buena or not. The florals are so sweet that they have a fruity quality, and then there is a dryness in the background which I think is the sage. This tickles my brain because it seems juicy and lush, yet herbal and green, all at the same time. My head a'splode. It's interesting, but I don't think it's a winner with my chemistry. Mwah.

This is an awesome thread. I've got to try Moxie some more, I wore it a couple of times but without any particular reason. Scents that really lift my mood include the soft honeyed Sed Non Satiata, the bright Eos, and the chocolatey Bliss.

ooohhh this is really pretty on me! It starts out all violet, which makes me all smiley. Then, it dries down and the sandalwood comes out a little, backing up the lavender, gardenia, and ylang-ylang. Soooo glad that Veil is one of those scents that stays true to its description with my chemistry, because I'm a fan of all of the notes! I think this is going to be my scent of the day today Giving it 4.3 out of 5

Jasmine is one of my favorite notes, and although Pannychis is attractive to me, for some reason I am not falling in love. It smells like jasmine, ylang-ylang, and a hint of sandalwood. It's like, jasmine with a bit of a dried-out feel. Not heady, dewy, humid jasmine like in New Orleans, but like jasmine tea leaves. As it dries, the sandalwood comes out a little more. It's okay, but I'm not too excited about it. Not sure why. 2.5 out of 5

Katharina is a strongly fruit-forward scent, and certainly smells like apricot. People who are into fruity blends will like this one, but it's not my thing.... Honestly, it just reminds me of a tropical-scented Glade Plug-In air freshener. I don't really like it....Sorry! 1 out of 5 on me

On my skin, I interpret Black Opal as: Vanilla and Musk, and faint Green Coconut, with a hint of something herbal. This scent is also slightly powdery on me. It reminds me a bit of Dorian, because it's vanilla with a hint of greenery. It's okaaayyy....I had to try it because of the name, but I don't see myself clinging to this one. It's reminding me of commercial perfumes, like Ralph Lauren Hot or something. 2.7 out of 5 (On me, it's better than "meh," but not by much.)

This is mostly lily on me, as many of the cool-floral-moon-blends are, but White Moon is a little different, because I like it more. Yeah. Um, isn't that a sophisticated review? Wet, this scent is true-to-life lilac, and it's just so gorgeous. Smells like spring at my mom's house! The lilac fades after about 15 minutes with my chemistry. It's not too unfortunate though, because the subsequent stages are also beautiful. I usually find that lily amps like crazy on me, and is a little too fresh and green and sharp. However, in White Moon, it is tamed (although not dominated) by the softer companion notes (musk, wisteria). I don't get much violet or lilac from White Moon, but their role in the background helps to take the edge off the calla lily so I can enjoy it. The sandalwood is extremely faint and not really noticeable to me. I do like this....I'm not sure if I need the whole bottle, but time will tell : -) 3.8 out of 5

So, when Gypsy Queen is wet, it's a spicy, smokey explosion that is a bit overwhelming for me. After about 10 minutes, though, it's divine! It strongly reminds me of the (Shrinivas Sugandhalaya) Nag Champa perfume oil, except with actual throw and staying power. It also reminds me of Chrysanthemum Moon, just with more spicy "bite." I'm mad that I like this so much because I won't be able to get a bottle, I don't think. I will have my little decant though! Gypsy Queen is a warm, spicy, incensey, smokey, dark floral. Very sexy! 4.5 out of 5 ETA: I love this even more now that I've tried it a few times. If Snake Oil is too powdery/sweet for you, try Gypsy Queen. (even though personally, I love Snake Oil with a hot passion)

Wet, this starts out a bit medicinal, but it sweetens up as it dries down. It's an earth scent to be sure, but the fig adds a bit of smooth fruit to round it off. The patchouli is not dominant, and although it's a significant note, my brain doesn't shout "patchouli!" when I wear this. This is indeed very well-blended. It's a deep, dark scent, and it's a little dusty. I think this would work very well on a juicy man, but women who like spicy, woodsy scents can wear this too because of the warmth from the fig. I don't know if this is really my style today, but I do like it, so: 3.9 out of 5 from me.

Yum!!! Wet, I can smell the orange spice, and then it dries into a warm, spicy, musky, dragon's-blood potion of goodness. The amber is going very powdery on me, even though I do like it. (Yup, I guess I'm one of those people.) Overall, this is a great little scent, a spicier and darker version of Dragon's Milk to my (untrained) nose. Dragging out some decimals here - 4.3 out of 5 (would be higher if amber didn't go to baby powder on me, but that's a personal thing)

I understand where the 'cough syrup' comparison comes from, when Osun is wet. Strangely, I also seem to be picking up rose potpourri. As it dries, I get hints of herbs and powder. But I still smell some sort of rose essence. This would complement Lush's "Honey I Washed The Kids" nicely, in my opinion. There's something about it that's a little like wine, too. Erm....I don't know. I can't say Osun is a winner on me, I like the softer honey BPALs and Osun is a bit brash and intense.

Yum! This reminds me of Beaver Moon '07, but with less fruit-candy scent and more of a juicy-syrupy-berry note. The vanilla cake essence is delicious, I wish my skin didn't amp it off so fast! I have the same sad face with Beav '07, because the tasty baked-goods note giggles at me and then takes off without looking back. There almost seems to be a sandalwood backbone here, and it's nice. I really like Eat Me, I've got to try it a few more times to determine how much.... As of now, hovering around 4 out of 5.