TokoyoMilk Dark - Tainted Love link |
I've talked before about how I'm not much of a perfume floozy. I know what I like and worry about owning too many could mean that they would go off before they can be enjoyed. That said I often have moments where I want something different from the usual scents and that's where Tainted Love from TokoyoMilk comes in.
I was strolling the aisles of Sephora on one of my US visits and spotted the mysterious looking black bottles which looked perfect for any boudoir. A quick sniff and Tainted Love caught my attention. I love picking out obscure perfumes. I remember my mum buying me Vivienne Westwoods Boudoir many years ago when it was first released and only available in Harrods and with TokoyoMilk Dark appearing to only be available in the US and international shipping not allowed of such things this was certainly going to be something individual.
Typically the shelf was bare but one of the amazing Sephora assistants tracked one down in the stock rooms for me. I must admit there was a fleeting moment of 'do I actually want to buy this' but when she appeared with 'the last one' I decided it was obviously meant to be.
I can't tell you much about the brand other than what you too would find online. Margot Elena is the perfumer and designer behind TokoyoMilk putting together 'remarkably uncommon sensory experiences'. The bottles themselves are treated as a work of art and TokoyoMilk Dark features edgier scents with daring names such as Arsenic and Bulletproof.
Standard blogger statement ahoy 'I'm really bad at describing fragrances' but I do recognise a similar theme of other fragrances with its' warm notes of dark vanilla bean, sensuous sandalwood, provocative spices, and 'an unexpected kiss of sweet orchid'. The style is described as Inquisitive. Dramatic. Darling which I agree with.
Ginger Biscuit had it's place for the festive season but for after dark nights out this was the perfume I would reach for.
Only glanced at the photo quickly , and thought you were reviewing a bar of chocolate. Was a bit disappointed when I discovered it wasn't!! x
ReplyDeleteWell it seems that everyone thought it was chocolate too - maybe I should move into reviewing them?! x
DeleteI also thought it was chocolate! Great packaging.. Have a fab weekend!
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend too x
DeleteI thought it was chocolate too lol, glad the others posted that first so you didnt think I was a total loon!!
ReplyDeleteI think that already don't worry! ;o) x
Deletefabulous packaging.
ReplyDeleteI'm not hugely into vanilla~y fragrances, however, when I do want that sort of smell I usually track down Tocade by Rochas or Casmir by Chopard, because like you, I love it if someone asks me what perfume I'm wearing, and they've never heard of it or don't know it. ah, little things ..... ;o)
Your weekend plan sounds fabulous by the way. Hope your cold shoves off quickly. x
I'll have to give those perfumes a sniff should I come to pass them xx
DeleteSephora... Ohmygosh. When I finally visited whilst on our American leg of the Honeymoon (LA), I nearly sent my newly married husband running. We (translation: I) spent the best part of 2 hours deliberating what to buy! I must admit the exclusivity is always a win/win. Love the look of this perfume, and the names pretty funky too :) x x x
ReplyDeleteHe's definitely a keeper if he stuck with you during a Sephora raid! x
DeleteIt sounds like it smells stunning, the packaging is really lovely too! xo
ReplyDeleteGood packaging helps doesnt it! x
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