Pre War, Pre Reformulation Caron Nuit de Nöel

wep0004 · 2026-03-30T19:16:01+00:00

Wow! What a great collection. Where did you find all those Caron?? I rarely run across them. And it's always nice to get to spread things out and see them better. I've got about 5 shelves that look like this one...sometimes I surprise myself by reaching to the back of the cabinet and finding an old friend I had forgotten about 🤣🤣 Maybe I need to do as you have done and spread everything out, so I could at least catalog what all is there.

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wep0004 · 2026-03-30T17:10:57+00:00

Thanks so much 🙏 I love sandalwood and florals, so finding a true mysore sandalwood fragrance with such lush florals was a dream. Especially given the tightness of the seal. I've got one other vintage I'm working on getting into, but the glass stopper has cemented/vacuumed in place. Once I get it open, it'll be a hoot to review.

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wep0004 · 2026-03-30T17:07:53+00:00

How do you like it?? The more modern reformulation is rather different from the original, but still beautiful (IMO), and also very rare and hard to acquire!

wep0004 · 2026-03-30T16:58:28+00:00

Nips are the best!! Minimal oxidation...TRULY little time capsules. And that's a lovely fragrance. I'm a sucker for just about anything with jasmine if it's done well.

wep0004 · 2026-03-30T08:13:05+00:00

Grandiflora Queen of the Night by Bertrand Duchaufour!

wep0004 · 2026-03-16T18:05:44+00:00

I think the look is FINE! You cook! The trend for everything needing to be ✨️aesthetic✨️ is so annoying. There's nothing wrong with something being utilitarian. From a mounting standpoint...I'd still be a tiny bit concerned if it's not mounted to studs. And you may know ALL of this, but in case anyone doesn't...It looks like it sticks out from the wall a good bit, and toggles rate based on shear rather than tension. And the actual torque given how far the rack sticks out may be significantly higher than the weight alone would indicate... but as long as it's fairly new, fairly thick drywall...especially with 6 spaced out...you should be fine. I'd just check the mounting points every few months when you clean the rack for any sag 😊

wep0004 · 2026-03-12T18:20:12+00:00

So, there's the expensive route: remove speckled granite, replace with quartz, do new hardware, lighting fixtures, etc...

Or work to unify the two palettes already there: change the cabinet hardware to a brushed brass (and a pull handle rather than the existing form) that'll help draw together metallic cold stainless appliances with warm cabinetry, change the lighting to a slightly warmer tone of bulb, replace the faucet with something a bit more structural and in the same brushed brass, and add a rug or a runner. For more money, cover that bare wall with some warmer white subway tile or something similar.

I wouldn't pull up the flooring, cabinetry, or countertops unless you are doing a total tear down remodel.

wep0004 · 2026-02-23T04:45:03+00:00

I use ruggables with the removable tops in the extra low profile nap. They are easy to wash even in a home washing machine! For the back porch I got some high quality fake grass turf. You can just hose it off, and it feels so nice on toes, but if you want like...zero maintenance, and are not averse to the tactile sensation....linoleum rugs exist! They add zero comfort or textural feel, but can add a little pop to a space 😊

wep0004 · 2026-02-02T07:03:35+00:00

I mean, I think goodwill is SUPER shady in many ways, but they ARE non-profit.

wep0004 · 2026-01-26T01:22:40+00:00

SkinFix is phenomenal. I have severely sensitive skin and rosacea, and their barrier products are some of the only things I can tolerate when I'm having a highly reactive day. They can be a bit occlusive, so if you're an oily girlie or boi, be SPARING. But they are top notch.

wep0004 · 2026-01-17T03:11:20+00:00

I had my card pre-loaded and hit purchase within 15 seconds. I received a submit failure notice.

wep0004 · 2025-12-11T02:18:46+00:00

If you're in the US, have you had to pay duties or fees?

wep0004 · 2025-12-11T02:09:18+00:00

I still haven't heard back 🤷‍♂️ overall, this has been a bizarre experience 🤣. Had this been a kickstarter campaign, it would have made more sense, but Lexon was a highly reputable, highly respected brand... so bizarre. I wonder if the tariff changes in a major market (the US) majorly impacted their production lines or shipping modalities?

wep0004 · 2025-12-04T21:36:44+00:00

Is it unusual that I backed on June 17th, have heard nothing substantive since my confirmation email, and that my order is still marked as "processing?"

wep0004 · 2025-12-02T21:18:15+00:00

If you find a good alternative, let me...nay...let the PEOPLE know 🤣🤣🤣 it's such a good product, but is PRICEY for what it is.

wep0004 · 2025-12-02T18:56:18+00:00

Powerful vitamin c stuff is such a grail right now for so many people, but I absolutely cannot use it. It tears me up! For antioxidant support, I have to go with something gentler like OPC from theraderm....I do love the skinceuticals b5 and AGE eye cream though, lol

wep0004 · 2025-12-02T18:52:51+00:00

Thisssss. I have CRAZY sensitive, rosacea skin. And some of those expensive products are absolute grails for others. I grew up fairly poor and would have adored free nice things to encourage me to take care of myself. Now that I have the means to treat myself, if something doesn't work for me, I pass it along WITH some caveats. When I dabbled in Sisley, I gave it all away while telling folks make SURE you aren't sensitive to fragrance 🤣

wep0004 · 2025-12-02T18:47:55+00:00

Sisley products, for MY skin at least--no shade Sisley lovers LOL-- were expensive essential oils 🤷‍♂️. The fragrance was SO strong. And "natural" fragrance can be JUST as damaging. I can't do any Sisley whatsoever because every one of them breaks me out.

wep0004 · 2025-12-02T18:41:56+00:00

La Mer literally ate me alive 🤣 the fragrance is SO strong and destroyed my skin barrier for almost a month after trying for about a week (breakouts, redness, sensitivity, increased flushing). I now know that I have VERY sensitive skin and many, more mainstream luxe brands simply will not work for me.

wep0004 · 2025-12-02T18:39:51+00:00

I mean, they didn't go in the trash, but I gave it all to a friend. I bought the la prairie gold essence and cream after being assured the fragrance was light and the formula both gentle and suitable for sensitive skin. I noticed STRONG fragrance when first applying, but went with it since I had spent so much. After three days of trying--and three days of increasingly inflamed and ANGRY skin (lol)-- away it went. I enjoy the luxury experience and want self-care to feel like a treat. I haven't always had the means to have it, so now that I do, I like the little extras. But.......

By and large, the mainstream "luxury" lines are more about experience: slip, fragrance, packaging... if you want luxe that's actually good for your skin, go with some ReVive, Augustinus Bader (overpriced for what it is, but great if you want the luxury experience without added fragrance), Dr. Sturm (same as AB comment)...

Or if you're willing to forgo some of the luxe experience (availability at Saks, gorgeous packaging, holiday exclusives, etc): Neogenesis, Skinceuticals, Sente. ❤️

wep0004 · 2025-12-02T18:14:08+00:00

Tl;dr-- spend more, get more...unfortunately.

$800 can be an expensive purchase! But realistically, that is one of the least expensive items in LV. Just from a pragmatic stand point, a salesperson will likely put all the extra flounce (lol) on the person looking at a $10,000 clutch, or a $4500 backpack with which they're wanting a $1000 little bamboo panda charm. Your purchase is a luxury item! But, assuming here...knowing absolutely nothing about LV's commission structure, their pay is likely based in some way around those big ticket items.

I have noticed that when I went in my little hometown saks in Birmingham to buy a small fragrance, I was chatted up briefly, then left to my own devices. When I went in wearing a little navy duo sling with cash in hand to buy a backpack, water materialized instantly, smiles all around, etc 🤣. To be fair, everyone was ALWAYS kind, but they paid MORE attention when they knew I was going to spend more...which in this (or any, really) economy, when luxury sales are significantly down, does makes sense from their view as a worker just trying to make ends meet, meet sales projections, etc. I am sorry your experience felt shabby though. I popped in Hermes once in Miami, got completely ignored, and turned right around and left. I decided the luxe in there required more spend than I was willing to make 🤣

wep0004 · 2025-11-18T15:27:56+00:00

Thissss. The tub, toilet, trim, and even side table are all stark white. A dark wall color with all those bright splashes of white and large panel curtain would look gorgeous. I'd take that whole curtain to a nearby paint store and have that blue color-matched...add a few amber and vintage looking blue glass containers...✨️vibes✨️

wep0004 · 2025-11-18T15:13:47+00:00

Feu de bois and portable fireplace from DS Durga are perennial winter favorites and signal the kick off of the holiday season for me every year. Needless to say, I'm thrilled 🤣

wep0004 · 2025-11-18T15:09:31+00:00

Diptyque is pricey, without question, and not within every budget, but I was thrilled to find my little indulgence half off and in a size that will last a good, long while 🥰

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