It was a pleasant, sunsplashed Saturday afternoon with family members at the Mason Center on San Francisco Bay. I ran into Sebastian, and he assured me the event was a smashing success (photo with my wife). The event was slightly too crowded for my aristocratic taste, but it was certainly manageable. It was particularly gratifying to encounter a number of niche houses I hadn’t known or had only heard about, most of them quite small. I was most impressed by Costume National, Nicolai Parfumeur, Lorenzo Pazzaglia, Perfumers Apprentice and Wren Atelier. Zoologist was a distinct disappointment. The Nishane “ambassador” did not acquit himself well, let’s just say. But on the whole, it was a profitable experience. I snagged a few frags (below). For FragVille citizens, it’s a great time to be alive — despite the repetitive trash that’s being released every year.

Started off meeting this guy!!! @Antonio Centeno !!!

Has anyone who has been taking GLP-1 found that they have had a stronger interest in fragrances? I guess my deeper interest in perfumery grew when I started taking the drug. Your thoughts? From the article: For some GLP-1 users, a positive effect is a growing interest in gourmand fragrances. According to NielsenIQ, perfume sales are up 23% as people seek ‘sensory inputs’ they no longer get from food. Similarly, Mintel reported a 24% increase in gourmand scents. Trendalytics reported a 266% increase in social engagement for gourmand perfumes compared to last year. An Appellation article states, “One theory suggests that when sugar cravings fade, the brain may seek out scent-based ‘pleasure signals’ as a substitute. In this way, indulgent-smelling products might offer a non-caloric form of comfort or reward.” https://www.happi.com/exclusives/glp-1s-unintended-side-effects-will-fuel-new-beauty-products/