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 Well here’s a question all the ladies wanted to know. What goes through a man’s mind when a woman walks past him and a medley of fragrant scents linger on in the air? We did a live poll in our hometown of Houston, Texas and asked men what they thought, their answers were nothing [...]

 With online shopping becoming the preferred method of choice for both male and female consumers the options for finding new brands and products are limitless! There are thousands of new online beauty brands popping up every year and it can be a bit tricky to trust the color lipstick online is the shade you get [...]

Photo Courtesy: Larisa ShorinaWe have all heard, " It's not what you wear, it's how you wear it". Fifty percent of that has to do with your attitude and how comfortable you are wearing what you're wearing. And the other 50% is all up to you (accessories, shoes, makeup etc.)Change it upInstead of wearing it straight [...]

  We have had our eyes open for the right partner to collaborate our brand and flagship fragrance, Remember When with and the search is finally over!We're so excited to introduce Rachel Jensen of Chicago Chic Blog as our first brand ambassador and newest member to our beauty team. Rachel's love for the feminine vintage silhouette and [...]

We wish perfume was just about the pretty packaging and its killer scent. Surprisingly, there’s more to your favorite scents than we perfumers lead you to believe, some of these truths you know and most you don’t. Before your next shopping trip to your fragrance counter, give these surprising (but important) things to know about fragrances.1. Perfume isn’t a positive [...]

When the term layering perfume is brought up people tend to associate that with spraying two perfumes directly on top of each other and though that idea is partially true, layering your scents actually begins with the scented soap or shower gel you use during a bath or the scented lotion you use after your [...]

Anthropologie Provence SocietyFinding the right scent can be a bit like a scavenger hunt. Perfume isn't a one-size-fits-all accessory, but a personal expression of your taste, style and mood. What works wonders for your best friend might not perform as well on you. Here are a few tips or fragrance hacks to guide you through finding "the one" for [...]

Martin Poole/ GettyFrequent trips to the mall can often lead to several unplanned purchases. And one product with a really strict return policy is fragrances, especially if you opened it already. And what about those scents you receive as gifts you didn't really care for?  Don't lose heart, here are a few tips to make [...]

Let's define it first, in short a niche fragrance is a scent produced on a smaller scale compared to designer fragrance brands and is usually exclusive to a certain location specializing in perfume.5. Niche perfumers put the art back in their scentsNiche perfumers, myself included view perfume making as an art form. Consumers are beginning [...]

I thought I would get a little personal on today's blog post. As a new entrepreneur I am always asking people I respect for advice and constructive criticism. A few days ago, I was with a friend and we were having an "I wish I knew then, what I know now" conversation and how [...]

The best part about having my own brand is the opportunity of giving back. Last week, I got to do a podcast for the show "Maven Minds" where I talked about how I got started in perfume, mistakes, advice and how I chose my dream team. In an ideal world, the best way to learn [...]

 A continuation from my last post on perfume. This week's disclaimers focus on little tips and advice on making your fragrance last longer. Enjoy!6. No More Spray CloudsTo each his/her own, but I always laugh to myself a bit when I see people spray their perfume and then walk into it. They're missing out on [...]

With every industry there are a lot of misconceptions, the same goes for the fragrance industry. Here is Part 1 of my disclaimer series about perfume I think you should know. 1. Sensitivity is a Real ThingHow much is too much? When you walk past someone and they instantly turn their head to sneeze.We all know [...]

I have not met a perfumer that was solely inspired by walks in botanical gardens, or long hours spent mixing scents in a lab. Our fragrances are inspired by our own experiences, our travels and the people in our lives. I may be the new kid on the block when it comes to perfumery, but [...]

Scent has no personal significance until it is associated with something that has meaning. That is why we can never forget the scent of a former lover years later or the way you felt when you were wearing a particular perfume. The name of my new fragrance, Remember When pulls from the phenomenon that [...]

                            The phrase "Just do you" has crept its way into a lot of my conversations. Some think it is a thing to tell friends when you have nothing else to say, but imagine with me for a second what would happen if [...]

What's a photo shoot without a few bloopers? I thought I'd let the curtain down and let you all see some of our fun, laughable moments from 2015. I LOVE to laugh and tell jokes! Sometimes they're rolling on the floor hilarious and most times I'm usually the only one laughing, boo! I make no [...]

Wow, 2015 is a few days away from being history! I thought I'd do a fun Q&A of some of the most commonly asked questions customers, strangers, and friends have asked me this year starting with the most popular one.1. Why are your teeth so white?Haha! There is no secret ritual I have to white teeth, it's genetic. Everyone [...]

7 more days until Christmas and guess what's on my mind? What I'm going to wear of course! I normally follow tradition on this day, a red dress with a black heel. But this year, I feel like decking the halls with navy blue and gold.The DressMake a statement where ever you go! I LOVE [...]

I have let the frustrations of being an entrepreneur get to me one too many times. Whoever said running a business was a cake walk lied; this journey is a roller coaster! To disrupt these frustrations, the smooth sounds of gospel, soul, and chillstep music are my go-to’s. Check out the songs from my playlist [...]

You never forget your firsts, that’s how the saying goes. And it’s so true! I remember my first customer, first Instagram follower, first reviewer and so on. Well this week another first is being added to my list; my first retail client, Shop 1990 in Houston, TX is now carrying my fragrance, Remember When in their [...]

Don’t let me fool you, it’s extremely difficult to create, manufacture, sell and get other people excited about your product. What makes it easier? Instinct and the people you surround yourself with. I made a promise to myself before stepping out to create MAIR; I told myself I would design and create my perfume line [...]

I am always baffled when I meet people that have never traveled outside of their home state, and even more confused when I further discover they have no desire to see, or experience the world beyond what is familiar to them. Adventurous usually makes the top three list of adjectives my friends use to describe [...]

When I first started planning the ad campaign for my brand my mind was racing with hundreds of ideas, I wanted something captivating and grand. Looking back at that moment, I have to laugh to myself a little bit because I had no idea what I would be in for the next months ahead.There is a gospel song [...]

So, I have a confession to make, I LOVE prints! Blouses with big prints, skirts with small prints, tees with bold prints and dresses with wild prints have a special section in my closet, not kidding. Most people enjoy their art on walls, or in photography. However, I prefer it on my clothing.This fairly new style in the fashion industry [...]

I'm sure you all have heard this one before, but what if I told you you could? Sadly, not with cake, but with your perfume! Want a fragrance that is soft, but also lasts long? You can! Want a fragrance that is strong, but doesn't overwhelm you and the people around you? You can! Want [...]

3, 2, 1 WOO-HOO! My perfume, Remember When is officially available and on the market. I am beyond excited to finally share my fragrance with the world.Taking the giant leap of faith to launch my brand MAIR with nothing but instinct has been a challenging, but rewarding experience. When I see people spraying it on and enjoying the softness [...]