My pals over at URGE just published the results of the perfume contest held in their last issue.  I was really impressed with all the selections, and I may well use some of them as a springboard for new scents in the future.  But there could only be one winner!  I’m finalizing the formula right now and it will be in the Etsy shop September 15!
Which one would be your favorite?
Read more URGE here.
After reviewing the fragrance “briefs” that were sent in, George will be adding Agecroft Hall to her line. A few of the other enticing entries appear below. …read more

Today’s guest post comes from the lovely Kim from IndieStyleFile!  After you’ve finished reading her great rundown on some independent perfumers, go check out her site for lots more of the hottest fashion from independent artisans and designers.
I spend a lot of time writing about indie designers over at IndieStyleFile, but the idea of indie extends much, much further. Indie can be anything artisan, and that includes fragrances.
My love affair of indie fragrances began with our very own Amy. I had just discovered etsy and MakeupAlley, a makeup and beaut discussion board. It was there I heard about Modern …read more

I’ll be on Virginia This Morning once again, this time discussing the subject nearest and dearest to my heart – perfumery!   I’ll be telling the story of how Modern Atelier got started, giving a quick rundown on how perfumes are made, and we’ll actually be blending a scent right on stage so anything could happen!  I’ll be posting a link but for those of you in the Richmond area, please tune in to WTVR – CBS 6.  Check back tomorrow for the link to the video!!!

I was tickled to death that ModernAtelier perfume was featured on the front page of Etsy today *blushes with pride*,  along with many other fine local artisans.  These artists are all from Richmond, Norfolk, Charlottesville, and other Virginia locales.  Who knew that you could purchase a locally-made doggy collar?  The props go to Tasha McKelvey, an amazing potter and jeweler!  Check out the entire article here!
PS – if you’re REALLY local to the 804 (Richmond, VA!) head down to the Handmade Holiday Sale where you can buy ModernAtelier’s Richmond-inspired perfumes (including holiday scents!) and reed diffusers, kitschy aprons from ModernJune, …read more

My pal over at Products of the Day recently hosted a ‘best original perfume blend’ contest for all “e-tailer” perfume and bath/body businesses. The results are in! I’d really like to hear more about the notes of Blend #7!!!
FIRST PLACE
(we had a three way tie for first place.)
Texas Charm Candle & Bath Company’s Blend #7
This was such a wonderful and complex fragrance. Neither one of us have ever come across something like it. It lasted a good long time and really had the essence of a great fragrance.
Sharon Bolton Scents’ LUV
This is a truly feminine fragrance. Very …read more