The Surprising Nuances of Fir: Building the Brown-eyed Brooks Perfume
The Scents That Inspired My Latest Perfume
We are closing in the finale of the scent story of Brown-eyed Brooks. We’ve discovered Rose, with a hint of spice, and the woody and earthy tones within this winter perfume. But just as Louise Brooks was one not to follow societal norms of the 1920s and was the epitome of flapper age, our perfume needed something to give it that certain “je ne sais pas.”
And this next scent is fitting for the current season: Fir balsam (Abies balsamea). Discover the grounding, rich notes of this fabulous absolute!
Bottoming Out with Fir
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