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The Top Note | Vol. 24

Community · Luxury · Art · Perfume

Welcome back to The Top Note — your weekly fragrance letter sent every Thursday evening.

March 12, 2026

Opening Note

“Strong women don’t tear each other down,
They sit close, speak life,
and leave the table brighter than they found it.”
— Anonymous

Never underestimate the power of a good conversation with a friend, treat your friends with love and make sure that both, or at least one of you, is well scented.

— From yours truly, HT

Featured Fragrance: The Wood

The Wood

Imagine an intimate conversation with a friend by a warm cozy, fireplace on a luxurious leather sofa...

Main Notes: Pink Pepper, Saffron, Leather

Client Spotlight

Great scent

“I almost threw out my other scents. It stands out but not overbearing. I get compliments every time I wear it.”

— Jaycey R.

The Blend — 3 Women’s Fragrance Gathering Ideas

Here are three fragrance-themed gathering ideas for International Women’s Month:

1. Scent & Sisterhood Brunch
Invite women to gather over brunch, soft music, and a fragrance discovery table where everyone can explore different scent profiles and share what resonates with them.

2. Perfume & Poetry Night
Pair fragrance sampling with spoken word, journaling, or readings from women authors. Let scent become a creative doorway into reflection and storytelling.

3. Build-Your-Mood Fragrance Mixer
Create a relaxed gathering where guests explore scents based on moods like bold, soft, elegant, grounded, or romantic. It’s a simple and beautiful way to connect fragrance to identity.

Community Connection

A heartfelt thank you to those who continue to support our brand and products, and to those who consistently uplift and encourage Black-owned brands. We appreciate you more than you know, and we will keep going.

“There are friends, there is family, and then there are friends that become family.”
— Unknown

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