The Top Note | Vol. 10 — Victory in the Air
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The Top Note | Vol. 10 — Victory Is In The Air
Community · Luxury · Art · Perfume
Welcome back to The Top Note — your weekly fragrance letter from The Taliaferro, sent every Thursday evening. This week, we’re sprinkling a little love as we approach the holiday season, spotlighting a story of renewal and a fragrance inspired by breakthrough.
Opening Note
some time ago
i decided to
cast my heart in
auction
wanted to see who
would be the highest
bidder
silence at first
followed by a chattering
of voices
i start to grow discouraged
so i sit down and
put headphones on
auction is still going on
then suddenly i hear
a quiet voice
in the headphones
say “sold”
this Bidder purchased
my heart and gave
it back to me
renewed
He remained anonymous
and left a note
for me to find Him
i am still
looking for the
Winning Bidder
to this day.
— some gentleman’s documented private encounter with Jesus
Featured Fragrance: Victory
Victory is our 2024 release from the Juneteenth Collection. The goal of this scent was to evoke the feeling of standing in a wide-open space — a place of breakthrough, clarity, and triumph.
Bright and citrusy with a subtle but grounded strength, Victory carries a quiet confidence… the kind shown by someone smiling because they already know how the story ends.
Client Spotlight
Victory Indeed — shared by Janelle D.
“This is such a unique fragrance! Have you ever experienced a clean, aquatic gourmand? There’s juicy vanilla citrus on top of a bed of clean, almost salty cotton with an ozonic quality. Smells like you just finished hanging up clean clothes outdoors and then came in for a citrus milkshake. SO GOOD.”
The Blend — Citrus Notes & Holiday Joy
As we approach the holiday season, here’s a rare and uplifting fact: Citrus notes — such as bergamot, lemon, grapefruit, and mandarin — are scientifically shown to improve mood, reduce stress, and increase emotional clarity.
In perfumery, citrus is used when a fragrance is meant to feel bright, joyful, and renewing. It’s no surprise that many holiday blends feature citrus to bring light and energy into the colder months.
Victory carries this same emotional brightness. Its citrus top notes don’t just freshen a room — they refresh you. A perfect aromatic companion as we move into a season filled with gatherings, gifts, and gratitude.
Community Connection
The Taliaferro at Rockaway Townsquare Mall — This Weekend!
Yes, we will be in-person at Rockaway Townsquare Mall (NJ)
on Sunday, December 7, 2025 from 10AM–6PM.
Come meet us, explore the collection, and grab some holiday gifts for your loved ones.
🎟️ Learn More →
Closing Note
“Who will stand against the Lord?
No one can, no one will.
Who will stand against the King?
No one can, no one will.”
— Todd Dulaney, “Victory Belongs to Jesus”
May your heart stay encouraged, your steps stay aligned, and your fragrance speak victory everywhere you go.
— The Taliaferro Family
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