Notes from the maison
The Journal
On scent, skin and the small rituals of getting dressed. Written in Mombasa, for anyone who believes perfume is part of the story.
Guides & How-To · 6 min read
How to Wear Perfume in the Mombasa Heat
Heat changes everything: projection, longevity, even the notes you notice first. Here is how to choose and apply fragrance when the sun is high.
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The Maison · 5 min read
The Case for Decants
Why buying 8 ml of five fragrances makes more sense than buying one full bottle you might not love.
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Edits · 4 min read
Five Scents for the Rainy Season
Petrichor, wet cedar and warm skin: the fragrances that make the most of a grey afternoon.
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Notes & Ingredients · 7 min read
A Beginner's Guide to Fragrance Families
Floral, woody, amber, fresh — what the words actually mean, and how to use them when choosing a scent.
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