So, I was just reading an article the other day about how many bloggers are on the take. Talking up and tweeting away about products from companies that are secretly lining their pockets. It made me feel a little bit bad. Like, HEY! How come all these fabulous companies aren't sending ME stuff??? Lord knows, I'm enthusiastic enough. And I definitely like getting attention. And I could use some new, free, cool, stuff.
Of course, I'm kidding. But, I say this because the people at Ineke were kind enough to send me a little sample of their newest fragrance "Field Notes From Paris" (the first I've ever received as a blogger). So, that's something I feel oddly proud of. But, I've been a fan of Ineke for a long time now, and have mentioned them before-- without any...ahem...persuasion.
Also, I thought that this range would be of interest because it's created by a real person (Ineke Ruhland) who is a real perfumier (trained in Paris). As an independent entrepreneur and artist, myself, I think this is a really special aspect of the Ineke range-- it comes from experiences...not what's in style...not what marketing is recommending...but from memory, interpretation, stories, connections, and emotions. In all seriousness, you can smell how serious Ineke is about her art. I have a...pronounced...nose. And so I can say this in all truth.
I really enjoy the way she expresses the inspiration behind each scent on her website...it has a sketchbook format that is great to browse.
There is also a wonderful gift set available-- which would make an excellent gift at only $25 for six fragrances. wow.
I remain your, as ever, morally intact, honest, perfumed, good smelling, friend in blogland, Susy
