Hi Wendy! I agree 100% about the Jasmine version of Shalimar. I also wasn't as thrilled with the iris one, which I admit, as an iris lover, it was disappointing, just ok. The Millesime Jasmine is better, but Shalimar is still my favorite. I have never seen videos like what you describe with the nails on the bottles (how weird and irritating), but I tend not to watch channels that are obviously pushing a lot of products or are sent a lot of perfumes all the time. I prefer smaller and more authentic channels for the most part. A bottle here or there is fine, but no way perfume reviewers can have so many bottles all at once and then love them all. I hope you don't stop making videos here on youtube. It's the only place I watch videos. oxJulia
Hey Julia. Thanks for the note. I'm really glad that I like this year's better but they'll never top OG Shalimar. Maybe ... maybe I don't need the flankers? Oh who am I kidding I'll still get next year's bottles. I used to watch a LOT more perfume content but I also have started stepping away and not really clicking on a lot of channels that I used to automatically watch all the way through. The constant barrage of NEWNEWNEW is a bit much for me, as well. And I plan to keep making videos so I'll still be here!
Love seeing you and hearing about your perfumes. It feels like a ‘girlfriends’ chit chat about perfume. The ASMR in some of the perfume videos is confusing to me. There’s a lovely TH-camr who I’m sure is a sweet person but I can’t watch her perfume content because of all the nail clicking, scratching and also whispering 😅. It’s too bad because she reviews some really interesting perfumes outside the hyped ones. Your nails and hair look great. You look lovely overall, too 😊. I stopped wearing makeup after the pandemic. My skin care routine isn’t 13 steps and I can’t stand shopping for clothes like used to. I’m 49 now and I am in a different phase of ‘fed-up’ 😂.
Hey Mamoni. If I saw a video with all that combined I couldn't take it that is WAY too much. I've seen the whispering and it's like just talk in your regular voice we're not playing telephone here! Thank you for the compliment as I feel very tired these days! Before the pandemic I would wear makeup maybe once a week as a treat, but after masking for a few years I just totally got out of the habit and haven't picked it back up. I appreciate those who take the effort and this is not a dig on them at all, just the excess of it all do you really need 65 products on your face to look nice or is it just the consumption tempting you to do more more more? I'm 45 and feel the fed - up I get there way faster these days!
I can't wear most perfumes now due to migraines but I still love listening to you talk about your perfumes! Keep being you in a world of infomercials xx
7:18 Bahahahhaaa SAAAAME!!! I actually found you through Fragrantica .. you did a review on 24 Faubourg that I loved; I mentioned you in my review as well. You basically summed up my first experience ever smelling it! I can say I’m feeling the same as you regarding that site though. Dealing with chronic health issues I was initially very excited to find, what I thought to be, a “community” of like minded fragrance connoisseurs..unfortunately I’ve since found it to be incredibly cliquey. To the point I’ve been hesitant to even engage on forums any longer or even post reviews. I appreciate your thoughts on fragrances..and also thank you for NOT tapping on perfume bottles with your nails 😂.. ❤
That is so funny that you found me there! Small world. Fragrantica used to have a much different feel, it's just a website but it's changed. I don't know. I like writing reviews but I don't bother with forums anymore (for one thing they are so clunky) but I'm not compelled to add much on there, only occasionally if that. I'm sorry that you're dealing with health issues. It really is frustrating and tiring having things go on in your own body that are mostly out of your control. Thanks for the note and I promise I'll not rasp my nails against any bottles. If I do call me out immediately!
@@wendisparadeofperfumes5034 Small world, indeed! And yes I definitely agree with your thoughts about the site.. because same. Thanks for your kind words, I really appreciate it..and your promise, lol!
I just joined your post ! You seem like a realist and that is so refreshing!! I was looking for opinions on new Shalimar Millisemes. Just keep it real and you will move forward!! 😊
Hi Kathy. I've done the same. I used to follow a lot more, now I feel that a lot of it is selling & redundancy. I'll probably always have a few that I listen to but a lot of it is too much.
@@wendisparadeofperfumes5034 ohhh my dear....I am well... Being over 40s sometimes is overwhelming but I so understand you.. With all the TH-cam algorithms... I still receive notifications when you post and here you have your squad ❤️🥰😁♥️. YT is monetizing so if we want it or not is a commercial platform but still content creators like yourself will always have a virtual family 🥰🤗❤️
Hi Wendy. Always good to see you. I have ordered many more bottles of perfume from listening to you. I’m trying to be on a no buy but….. I just ordered philosophy Gingerbread man. lol. I love it.
I haven't picked up this year's Shalimar, and I most likely won't get this one. Like you, I was a bit disappointed with last year's iris version; it was definitely not what i was expecting, but you're right that it's an easy reach. I'm still trying to remain on my no-buy for fragrances. Instead I'm trying to wear and get re-acquainted with what I already have. I definitely don't need any more 100 ml bottles in my collection. I've even given a few things away recently that I haven't been wearing or enjoying. I love listening to you talk about your collection, whether it's a long video or a short one.
Hi Gail:) I admit that I'm such a Guerlain Girl that I'll just blindly buy every year's Shalimar. And while I like this year's a lot ... I do not think that it's an OMG EVERYBODY GET OUT THEIR WALLETS RIGHT NOW!!! Level of amazing. Reacquainting with what one already has is such a nice process too like seeing an old friend. Also, it allows you to thoughtfully remove some scents from your space without a frenzied purge. Thanks for the note, I appreciate it!
@@sunnyscents1818 Hi Sunny. I don't feel like most people love what they're talking about they are just QVCing at least QVC was transparent about what they were doing. The amount of consumption and throwing things away and closets the size of my house are insane. If you like OG Shalimar & a true to the source Jasmin note I think the fragrance is worth a try❤️
My comment was deleted . So weird!!! I agree with you I think lots of popular perfumes are really sweet so when they are not, it prob seems indolic. Your nails are fire! And the ASMR garbage with the annoying nail clicking has got to go!!! If you ever want to sell Iris Shalimar give me a call!!!😂😂😂 I hope you keep posting! And I used to have both the Trussardi EDP and EDT; I passed the EDT along. The EDp is a lifer.
That is weird I don't do anything that would have a comment deleted, thank you for retyping! I did not realize that the nail clacking was a thing until I started seeing it everywhere and then I couldn't unsee it! Or unhear it. As well as using about half a cup of product when a dab will do ya! Did you ever get to try the Iris from last year? It's actually a nice perfume but heavy on the maltol. It's not really Shalimar at all which is a bonus for some people. OOOhhhh I might have to find the EDP of the Trussardi Donna. Is it better than the EDT? I really enjoy the EDT, it's so refreshing and easy on the nerves. And it's affordable.
@@wendisparadeofperfumes5034 yes I got to try the Iris and I agree it’s surprisingly sweet! But I really liked it.,❤️ I can send you a decant of Trussardi EDP! Did you send me your address to my email? I can send along some things….
Hey Shirley! That is actually a good idea. Sometimes I have Shalimar days where I won't directly layer, but I'll put one on, then another concentration, then another flanker ... and somehow they all compliment each other. I haven't done that with the Iris yet, though.
I know my husband ordered it for me, but he hasn't given it to me yet. I can't wait to try it! I didn't love the iris one, but the tonka one from the year before was so beautiful to me.
Thank you Wendy for your review, I've been wanting to try this version of Shalimar for a while but it wasn't in my boutique in Rome. Though the whole limited edition thing, playing on people's FOMO is also irritating to be honest. As for fake commercial reviews on TH-cam, I agree.. and that's not even including all the AI generated stuff. I feel you can tell straight away though, if someone is really a fragrance lover or not. Anyway, when I tried to smell Shalimar Jasmine, I did take opportunity to buy the now discontinued Bois d'Armenie from the l'Art et la Matiere range. Have you tried it?
@@PixidisPerfumes Hi Pixie! I agree that the LE and FOMO thing is irritating. I fall for it but I'm also getting sick of it! Ugh! One day I'll reach enlightenment and detach from it all. I actually love Bois d'Armenie. It's like a woody spicy Shalimar!
Hey, Wendi! It’s great to see you. Looking good, friend. I love Shalimar but have never tried one of the flankers. Must remedy that. I have long wanted to test Amouage Opus IX and X but could never find samples. And now they are discontinued.
@@DD-nu8jt Hi DD. I love original Shalimar the best so while I like the flankers they do not match up to the Queen! And Amouage IX is nuclear strength rough around the edges super perfume! It's crazy that it's even bottled. I like it but it's almost hard to wear. Thank you for the note & hope you are well:)
Hi Wendy, Jasmin isn’t my favorite note so I probably won’t sniff this one. However. I always enjoy your point of view. I was so excited about last year’s Iris Shalimar and it was too sweet and not really Irisy enough for my taste. I agree with your opinions about over consumption. I like a basic skin care routine as well. What a shame about Bottega Vaneta . It seems like many perfume houses are raising there prices out of sight, What can possibly justify their unrealistic pricing? I’ve been buying less this year. As much as I love perfume, I just can’t justify the pricing and have more than I can use anyway, I’m glad that you plan to continue making videos because I appreciate your no BS approach. I hope that you are feeling better soon! ❤
@@petunia23d98 Hey there Petunia! I am finally getting to the spot of perfume that buying a lot less feels more normal and much better! If perfume was even a little more affordable like it used to be I would be compelled but it's simply too much. Way to much. Thank you for your note & I hope you are doing well♥️♥️♥️
Hi Wendi. Good to see and hear you. Your ramble is true, so I don't really watch much anymore most folks seem as though they are doing adverts and they purchase for reasons other than love for what they are doing. It saddens me a bit. My collection is small but it is organically curated. There are some other mature ladies who do videos simply for the enjoyment but they are few. Even thrifting videos have been mostly ruined by people who still over consume just because the items aren't as pricey. But keep doing vids and I will keep watching and enjoying.
I know who who've thought that THRIFTING has gotten over consumptive and just another advert? It is crazy! I am so turned off from so much of it. It all feels like lead in my soul. You've shared with me some of the bottles on your shelf and I like how careful and thoughtful you are. I'll still post and thank you for being here:)
Awww Wendi, you sounded so defeated by the end of the video. That’s the way I felt after I got Covid early this summer. For months, it was hard just to get out of bed or even sit upright in bed. I found out I was anemic so for the last 3ish weeks I’ve been eating meat (usually I try my darndest to be a veggie) and the energy I have is crazy. Well not really, but in comparison I’ve been on top of the world. Hope you can find your key to break out…yes wholeheartedly agree about the consumptive everything on TH-cam. This really isn’t who I am-and I hope this midlife crisis thing that has now gone on for 2.5 years I can overcome. I’ve been battling it and losing that battle big time. I think what I am going to do here next is do a massive cull of people I’m subscribed to. And take away most of the temptation. Sorry I’m droning on and on here. Just saying I feel your pain too and want you to know you’re a beacon. Really, one of the lights in TH-cam. You bring joy to a lot of folks, myself at the top of the list, for sharing yourself. And not being a commercial.
Truthfully I'm in menopause and I am very tired painful and just burned out from nearly everything! I feel awful. I'm glad that you are feeling better though and we have to do what we have to do in order to get through. We'll get through our midlife crisis together! I am starting to remove things I watch too as it leads to over consumption. Even mindless scrolling on Reddit, or oh I just want to look at dresses on Lulus or perfume on Fragrantica .... well I could also be doing a chore or reading a book or even watching a show that is more productive that the mindlessness that leads to the want. I'm glad we're friends and thanks for the note Kelly
@@wendisparadeofperfumes5034omg, you look so young! Is that early menopause, if you don’t mind my asking? I’m pushing 40 and am hearing about perimenopause from everywhere, and it’s so frustrating…
@june1319 Hi June! I started going though the process right at 40. Unfortunately it can take up to 8 to 10 years, and I'm 45 now. Some women sail though with zero issues and some have every symptom in the book like I do! It's hell! I look more haggard IRL my phone automatically smooths out a few things I think🤣 I started early but it's possible for it to begin when it did. Don't worry too much it may be nothing for you♥️
@ dude, you look amazing!! I don’t know what symptoms you’re having, but you’re not putting weight on- you’re slim and fit. I think that’s my main request for this condition when I’m there😂😂
i agree with the fingernail clicking on things.. immediate exit any video doing that. Also I've quit watching those sponsored perfume videos just trying to make $ telling you to buy from a site with their code. I can understand it on occasion, but not every other video on a channel. Thanks for sharing.
@@robinscott1951 Hi Robin:) I used to like watching perfume reviews but I've been clicking off a lot of them lately. Perfume is a fun luxury and admittedly frivolous but the constant advertising is becoming mentally exhausting to me. And the stupid nails tapping on everything just gag me🤣🤣🤣
Honestly I don't think so. The Philtre is the most iris heavy Shalimar they made in my opinion (even more than the Millesime Iris) and the Souffle was a musky, lighter, orange blossom & jasmine. No leather to speak of, and less vanilla with that one ... the Souffle is so musky.
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PS: love how authentic your reviews are, so please keep on posting!
@@PixidisPerfumes Thank you for the encouragement & I'll keep on it:)
You have beautiful skin 😊
Aww well thank you Christie:)
Hi Wendy! I agree 100% about the Jasmine version of Shalimar. I also wasn't as thrilled with the iris one, which I admit, as an iris lover, it was disappointing, just ok. The Millesime Jasmine is better, but Shalimar is still my favorite. I have never seen videos like what you describe with the nails on the bottles (how weird and irritating), but I tend not to watch channels that are obviously pushing a lot of products or are sent a lot of perfumes all the time. I prefer smaller and more authentic channels for the most part. A bottle here or there is fine, but no way perfume reviewers can have so many bottles all at once and then love them all. I hope you don't stop making videos here on youtube. It's the only place I watch videos. oxJulia
Hey Julia. Thanks for the note. I'm really glad that I like this year's better but they'll never top OG Shalimar. Maybe ... maybe I don't need the flankers? Oh who am I kidding I'll still get next year's bottles.
I used to watch a LOT more perfume content but I also have started stepping away and not really clicking on a lot of channels that I used to automatically watch all the way through. The constant barrage of NEWNEWNEW is a bit much for me, as well. And I plan to keep making videos so I'll still be here!
Amouage Ix???😮
Yes even civet is a note in that one not for the faint of heart! If you want INDOLES you've got it baby!
Love seeing you and hearing about your perfumes. It feels like a ‘girlfriends’ chit chat about perfume. The ASMR in some of the perfume videos is confusing to me. There’s a lovely TH-camr who I’m sure is a sweet person but I can’t watch her perfume content because of all the nail clicking, scratching and also whispering 😅. It’s too bad because she reviews some really interesting perfumes outside the hyped ones.
Your nails and hair look great. You look lovely overall, too 😊. I stopped wearing makeup after the pandemic. My skin care routine isn’t 13 steps and I can’t stand shopping for clothes like used to. I’m 49 now and I am in a different phase of ‘fed-up’ 😂.
Hey Mamoni. If I saw a video with all that combined I couldn't take it that is WAY too much. I've seen the whispering and it's like just talk in your regular voice we're not playing telephone here!
Thank you for the compliment as I feel very tired these days! Before the pandemic I would wear makeup maybe once a week as a treat, but after masking for a few years I just totally got out of the habit and haven't picked it back up. I appreciate those who take the effort and this is not a dig on them at all, just the excess of it all do you really need 65 products on your face to look nice or is it just the consumption tempting you to do more more more? I'm 45 and feel the fed - up I get there way faster these days!
I can't wear most perfumes now due to migraines but I still love listening to you talk about your perfumes! Keep being you in a world of infomercials xx
7:18 Bahahahhaaa SAAAAME!!!
I actually found you through Fragrantica .. you did a review on 24 Faubourg that I loved; I mentioned you in my review as well. You basically summed up my first experience ever smelling it!
I can say I’m feeling the same as you regarding that site though.
Dealing with chronic health issues I was initially very excited to find, what I thought to be, a “community” of like minded fragrance connoisseurs..unfortunately I’ve since found it to be incredibly cliquey. To the point I’ve been hesitant to even engage on forums any longer or even post reviews.
I appreciate your thoughts on fragrances..and also thank you for NOT tapping on perfume bottles with your nails 😂.. ❤
That is so funny that you found me there! Small world. Fragrantica used to have a much different feel, it's just a website but it's changed. I don't know. I like writing reviews but I don't bother with forums anymore (for one thing they are so clunky) but I'm not compelled to add much on there, only occasionally if that.
I'm sorry that you're dealing with health issues. It really is frustrating and tiring having things go on in your own body that are mostly out of your control.
Thanks for the note and I promise I'll not rasp my nails against any bottles. If I do call me out immediately!
@@wendisparadeofperfumes5034 Small world, indeed! And yes I definitely agree with your thoughts about the site.. because same.
Thanks for your kind words, I really appreciate it..and your promise, lol!
I just joined your post ! You seem like a realist and that is so refreshing!! I was looking for opinions on new Shalimar Millisemes. Just keep it real and you will move forward!! 😊
Thank you very much and I'm glad that this was helpful. I'm too tired in life to be anything but honest at this point lol.
Great video. I've unsubscribed from several creators I no longer vibe with
Hi Kathy. I've done the same. I used to follow a lot more, now I feel that a lot of it is selling & redundancy. I'll probably always have a few that I listen to but a lot of it is too much.
Omg.... Such joy to see you! ❤❤❤... Missed you ❤
Thank you Ank it's good to hear from you. I hope you are well
@@wendisparadeofperfumes5034 ohhh my dear....I am well... Being over 40s sometimes is overwhelming but I so understand you.. With all the TH-cam algorithms... I still receive notifications when you post and here you have your squad ❤️🥰😁♥️. YT is monetizing so if we want it or not is a commercial platform but still content creators like yourself will always have a virtual family 🥰🤗❤️
@@ankemilia7474 I'm very grateful for all of you, being my virtual family!
Hi Wendy. Always good to see you. I have ordered many more bottles of perfume from listening to you. I’m trying to be on a no buy but….. I just ordered philosophy Gingerbread man. lol. I love it.
@@pinki3dt I'm a sucker for a good ginger fragrance too ... with these prices and sheer overwhelming volume in a way the no buy is getting easier!
I haven't picked up this year's Shalimar, and I most likely won't get this one. Like you, I was a bit disappointed with last year's iris version; it was definitely not what i was expecting, but you're right that it's an easy reach.
I'm still trying to remain on my no-buy for fragrances. Instead I'm trying to wear and get re-acquainted with what I already have. I definitely don't need any more 100 ml bottles in my collection. I've even given a few things away recently that I haven't been wearing or enjoying.
I love listening to you talk about your collection, whether it's a long video or a short one.
Hi Gail:) I admit that I'm such a Guerlain Girl that I'll just blindly buy every year's Shalimar. And while I like this year's a lot ... I do not think that it's an OMG EVERYBODY GET OUT THEIR WALLETS RIGHT NOW!!! Level of amazing.
Reacquainting with what one already has is such a nice process too like seeing an old friend. Also, it allows you to thoughtfully remove some scents from your space without a frenzied purge.
Thanks for the note, I appreciate it!
I agree 💯 on your “ramble” towards the end 😉 it certainly has become one big commercial, I have not tried Millesime Jasmin but certainly want to!
@@sunnyscents1818 Hi Sunny. I don't feel like most people love what they're talking about they are just QVCing at least QVC was transparent about what they were doing. The amount of consumption and throwing things away and closets the size of my house are insane.
If you like OG Shalimar & a true to the source Jasmin note I think the fragrance is worth a try❤️
My comment was deleted . So weird!!! I agree with you I think lots of popular perfumes are really sweet so when they are not, it prob seems indolic. Your nails are fire! And the ASMR garbage with the annoying nail clicking has got to go!!! If you ever want to sell Iris Shalimar give me a call!!!😂😂😂 I hope you keep posting! And I used to have both the Trussardi EDP and EDT; I passed the EDT along. The EDp is a lifer.
Hey Chris! I was surprised to see you! Lovely to see your support for other channels ❤
That is weird I don't do anything that would have a comment deleted, thank you for retyping!
I did not realize that the nail clacking was a thing until I started seeing it everywhere and then I couldn't unsee it! Or unhear it. As well as using about half a cup of product when a dab will do ya!
Did you ever get to try the Iris from last year? It's actually a nice perfume but heavy on the maltol. It's not really Shalimar at all which is a bonus for some people.
OOOhhhh I might have to find the EDP of the Trussardi Donna. Is it better than the EDT? I really enjoy the EDT, it's so refreshing and easy on the nerves. And it's affordable.
@@wendisparadeofperfumes5034 yes I got to try the Iris and I agree it’s surprisingly sweet! But I really liked it.,❤️ I can send you a decant of Trussardi EDP! Did you send me your address to my email? I can send along some things….
@@justjulia8007 she commented on a video of mine. So when I find out other ppl have channels I swing by! ❤️
Hi Wendi, I found Shalimar Millisime Iris rather cloying, but when I layer it with Shalimar edt or edp over it, it’s gorgeous together.
Hey Shirley! That is actually a good idea. Sometimes I have Shalimar days where I won't directly layer, but I'll put one on, then another concentration, then another flanker ... and somehow they all compliment each other. I haven't done that with the Iris yet, though.
Thanks for the review. Please continue showing us your perfumes, you have great taste. 🎉
Thank you, I appreciate that. And I will, I have so many to talk about, and I really do love them all!
I know my husband ordered it for me, but he hasn't given it to me yet. I can't wait to try it! I didn't love the iris one, but the tonka one from the year before was so beautiful to me.
@@ReneSaller-rv3rc Oooh is it a Christmas gift for you? And I agree the Tonka one was gorgeous. Like leathery vanilla beauty.
Thank you Wendy for your review, I've been wanting to try this version of Shalimar for a while but it wasn't in my boutique in Rome. Though the whole limited edition thing, playing on people's FOMO is also irritating to be honest. As for fake commercial reviews on TH-cam, I agree.. and that's not even including all the AI generated stuff. I feel you can tell straight away though, if someone is really a fragrance lover or not. Anyway, when I tried to smell Shalimar Jasmine, I did take opportunity to buy the now discontinued Bois d'Armenie from the l'Art et la Matiere range. Have you tried it?
@@PixidisPerfumes Hi Pixie! I agree that the LE and FOMO thing is irritating. I fall for it but I'm also getting sick of it! Ugh! One day I'll reach enlightenment and detach from it all.
I actually love Bois d'Armenie. It's like a woody spicy Shalimar!
Hey, Wendi! It’s great to see you. Looking good, friend.
I love Shalimar but have never tried one of the flankers. Must remedy that.
I have long wanted to test Amouage Opus IX and X but could never find samples. And now they are discontinued.
@@DD-nu8jt Hi DD. I love original Shalimar the best so while I like the flankers they do not match up to the Queen! And Amouage IX is nuclear strength rough around the edges super perfume! It's crazy that it's even bottled. I like it but it's almost hard to wear.
Thank you for the note & hope you are well:)
Hi Wendy, Jasmin isn’t my favorite note so I probably won’t sniff this one. However. I always enjoy your point of view. I was so excited about last year’s Iris Shalimar and it was too sweet and not really Irisy enough for my taste.
I agree with your opinions about over consumption. I like a basic skin care routine as well.
What a shame about Bottega Vaneta . It seems like many perfume houses are raising there prices out of sight, What can possibly justify their unrealistic pricing? I’ve been buying less this year. As much as I love perfume, I just can’t justify the pricing and have more than I can use anyway,
I’m glad that you plan to continue making videos because I appreciate your no BS approach. I hope that you are feeling better soon! ❤
@@petunia23d98 Hey there Petunia! I am finally getting to the spot of perfume that buying a lot less feels more normal and much better! If perfume was even a little more affordable like it used to be I would be compelled but it's simply too much. Way to much.
Thank you for your note & I hope you are doing well♥️♥️♥️
Hi Wendi. Good to see and hear you. Your ramble is true, so I don't really watch much anymore most folks seem as though they are doing adverts and they purchase for reasons other than love for what they are doing. It saddens me a bit. My collection is small but it is organically curated. There are some other mature ladies who do videos simply for the enjoyment but they are few. Even thrifting videos have been mostly ruined by people who still over consume just because the items aren't as pricey. But keep doing vids and I will keep watching and enjoying.
I know who who've thought that THRIFTING has gotten over consumptive and just another advert? It is crazy! I am so turned off from so much of it. It all feels like lead in my soul. You've shared with me some of the bottles on your shelf and I like how careful and thoughtful you are.
I'll still post and thank you for being here:)
Awww Wendi, you sounded so defeated by the end of the video. That’s the way I felt after I got Covid early this summer. For months, it was hard just to get out of bed or even sit upright in bed. I found out I was anemic so for the last 3ish weeks I’ve been eating meat (usually I try my darndest to be a veggie) and the energy I have is crazy. Well not really, but in comparison I’ve been on top of the world. Hope you can find your key to break out…yes wholeheartedly agree about the consumptive everything on TH-cam. This really isn’t who I am-and I hope this midlife crisis thing that has now gone on for 2.5 years I can overcome. I’ve been battling it and losing that battle big time. I think what I am going to do here next is do a massive cull of people I’m subscribed to. And take away most of the temptation. Sorry I’m droning on and on here. Just saying I feel your pain too and want you to know you’re a beacon. Really, one of the lights in TH-cam. You bring joy to a lot of folks, myself at the top of the list, for sharing yourself. And not being a commercial.
Truthfully I'm in menopause and I am very tired painful and just burned out from nearly everything! I feel awful. I'm glad that you are feeling better though and we have to do what we have to do in order to get through.
We'll get through our midlife crisis together! I am starting to remove things I watch too as it leads to over consumption. Even mindless scrolling on Reddit, or oh I just want to look at dresses on Lulus or perfume on Fragrantica .... well I could also be doing a chore or reading a book or even watching a show that is more productive that the mindlessness that leads to the want.
I'm glad we're friends and thanks for the note Kelly
@@wendisparadeofperfumes5034omg, you look so young! Is that early menopause, if you don’t mind my asking? I’m pushing 40 and am hearing about perimenopause from everywhere, and it’s so frustrating…
@june1319 Hi June! I started going though the process right at 40. Unfortunately it can take up to 8 to 10 years, and I'm 45 now. Some women sail though with zero issues and some have every symptom in the book like I do! It's hell! I look more haggard IRL my phone automatically smooths out a few things I think🤣 I started early but it's possible for it to begin when it did. Don't worry too much it may be nothing for you♥️
@ dude, you look amazing!! I don’t know what symptoms you’re having, but you’re not putting weight on- you’re slim and fit. I think that’s my main request for this condition when I’m there😂😂
Helpful video, thank you
@@aintwegotfun You are welcome!
I really like your t-shirt, too!
@@ReneSaller-rv3rc Thank you Rene:) is one of my older ones that makes me feel comforted when I am a bit blah.
i agree with the fingernail clicking on things.. immediate exit any video doing that. Also I've quit watching those sponsored perfume videos just trying to make $ telling you to buy from a site with their code. I can understand it on occasion, but not every other video on a channel. Thanks for sharing.
@@robinscott1951 Hi Robin:) I used to like watching perfume reviews but I've been clicking off a lot of them lately. Perfume is a fun luxury and admittedly frivolous but the constant advertising is becoming mentally exhausting to me. And the stupid nails tapping on everything just gag me🤣🤣🤣
Is it similar to Philtre flanker or Suffle? Just curious. Thank you!
Honestly I don't think so. The Philtre is the most iris heavy Shalimar they made in my opinion (even more than the Millesime Iris) and the Souffle was a musky, lighter, orange blossom & jasmine. No leather to speak of, and less vanilla with that one ... the Souffle is so musky.
Was that one a pretty penny?
@@gloriaterry333 The retail is $140/50 ml bottle so I'd say a little pricey.
I have a Jasmine heavy perfume I want to send to you. Can you send me your email?
Really? That is so nice of you!
It's wendi