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Solstice Scents Southern Veranda captures the essence of a specific time and place. Artisan perfumer Angela St. John is known for her unique ability to do just that and she brings to life the charm of the southern veranda.
Thomas Durand Visser calls porches “Transitional realms that straddle thresholds between indoors and out, between private and public and even between sacred and secular.” I once read somewhere that all verandas are porches, but all porches are not verandas.
As night falls on the veranda down South, the air fills with the scents of the evening: the sweet smells of blossoming flowers and mown grass. The earth’s essence blends harmoniously, giving rise to a melodic medley of fragrances are carried by the gentle breeze. The scent of magnolias with its a citrus facet and a hint of natural greenness contrasts with sweet floral notes. Antique roses blended with sparkleberry flowers and a touch of lemon create a zesty and refreshing aroma that hangs in the air like a comforting embrace enveloping you. The rich fragrance travels through your senses, transporting you to a serene and calm environment.
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Entwined within Solstice Scents Southern Veranda are the earthly smells of dusk setting in. The lush and moist aroma of the earth following a summer shower hangs gently in the air around you like an anchor to the now. In that instant, everything changes. The crisp, zesty woody trees bring a hint of renewed vitality, rejuvenating your senses within the medley of fragrance. In addition, amber hits my nose with a hint of sugar, creating an enchanting aroma with a touch of caramelized sweetness and an undertone anchoring it all together. These elements combined result in a sophisticated yet delicately sweet, complex, and nuanced perfume.
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Amidst the array of scents that envelop me, there’s an animated exchange of conversations and tales amongst friends that take on a charm as the soft pastel hues of the night sky set in. The evening’s aromas further enhance this moment, turning it into a journey that genuinely heightens the magic of the night. I savor it all with Solstice Scents Southern Veranda, as it transports me to a charming moment of relaxation. Every second fills me with gratitude for the beauty around me and a profound love for life’s pleasures that bring joy. The southern veranda is more than a physical location; it embodies a mindset. A sanctuary of tranquility and balance that stays with me, as does the perfume. Inhale, breathe and relax.
Notes: Lemon, Magnolia, Sun-warmed Grass, Green Tea, Green Leaves, Sparkleberry Flowers, Amber, Antique Garden Roses, Blonde Woods, Warm Soil, Powdered Sugar
Sandi Lundberg, Contributor
Disclosure: I would like to thank Angela St. John and Solstice Scents for my cherished sample.
Solstice Scents Southern Veranda Photo courtesy of the brand
Thanks to the generosity of Angela St. John, we are giving away 5ml of Solstice Scents Southern Veranda to one registered reader in USA. You must register, or your entry will not count. To be eligible, please leave a comment on what sparked your interest about Sandi’s review. Do you have memories of sitting on a porch or veranda at dusk. Draw closes on 9/4/2024 and the winner will be announced within a week
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