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The Top Note | Vol. 25 — Quiet Strength, Sisterhood & B.E.D
Community · Luxury · Art · Perfume
Welcome back to The Top Note — your weekly fragrance letter sent every Thursday evening.
March 19, 2026
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Opening Note
“Sisters, where there is cold silence
no hallelujahs, no hurrahs at all,
no handshakes, no neon red or blue,
no smiling faces prevail.
Prevail.”
— Gwendolyn Brooks, from "To Black Women"
Brooks captures it so well: in moments when the world feels quiet or indifferent, women keep showing up—with steady grace, with care for their families and friends, with the kind of strength that doesn't need applause to keep going.
This Women's Month, let's take a moment to celebrate the women who make life warmer and more connected: the ones who nurture homes, share laughs over coffee (or a favorite scent), encourage their sisters, and leave every space a little brighter just by being there. Your quiet prevail makes all the difference—subtle yet lasting, like a fragrance that lingers long after you've walked by.
To the incredible women in this community: Thank you for prevailing and for being part of what makes this family special.
— HT
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Featured Fragrance: B.E.D
B.E.D (Become. Everyone’s. Desire)
Imagine clean sheets, fresh-out-of-the-shower intimacy, and a walk through a breezy beach house on a perfect summer morning.
Main Notes: Red Currant, Bergamot, Tea
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Client Spotlight
“Amazing
This is a beautiful, fresh, and clean fragrance that feels truly luxurious. I love tea notes in perfumery, and I don’t have anything else in my collection quite like this. It’s unique, with moderate sillage and impressive longevity—something many tea-based scents tend to lack. The packaging was thoughtful and personalized, which I really appreciated. The attention to detail stood out, and Taliaferro was responsive and friendly when I reached out with a question. Overall, my experience with this perfumer was very positive, and I can’t wait to explore more of their fragrances.”
— Allie B.
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The Blend — Understanding Fragrance Notes
Top notes (Red Currant + Bergamot) — the first bright hello: fresh, inviting, draws you in right away.
Heart notes (Tea) — the elegant middle that unfolds over hours: refined, comforting, the part people remember.
Base notes — the quiet linger that stays with you all day.
Just like the women we celebrate this month, a great fragrance prevails through every layer—starting strong, staying true, and leaving a lasting impression.
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Community Connection
A heartfelt thank you to the women (and everyone) who continue to support our brand, share the love, and uplift one another. Your encouragement keeps this community growing stronger and more connected. We appreciate you more than words can say—and we'll keep going.
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“We are each other's harvest; we are each other's business; we are each other's magnitude and bond.”
— Gwendolyn Brooks
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