I Love Me
Fragrance notes
Character
A woman stands in a small kitchen while rain taps against the windowpane. She wears a thick knit sweater and holds a warm mug in both hands. The air around her carries the scent of black currant and ylang-ylang, a fruity and yellow floral mix that feels soft and personal. Tuberose and vanilla add a white floral and sweet layer that rests near the collar of her shirt. Sandalwood and musk bring a woody and musky foundation that makes the space feel calm. The powdery accord settles into the room like fine dust on a wooden table.
The blend stays close and intimate. It is not a loud statement, but a quiet presence that fits the small space. The animalic edge in the tuberose gives the flowers a slightly wild character, keeping the sweetness from feeling flat. It smells like a thoughtful choice rather than a trend. The vanilla and sandalwood work together to create a smooth, creamy texture in the air. It is a fragrance that feels composed by Elina Kostina to be worn for oneself first, and for others only as a gentle bonus.
Outside, the damp cold makes the warm interior feel like a shelter. The scent of ylang-ylang and black currant belongs entirely to this room and this hour. It sits in the air between the woman and the steam rising from her drink, a private cloud of woody, powdery comfort. The tuberose and musk linger in the fabric of the sweater as she moves. It is a moment held still, captured in a blend of fruit, flower, and wood.
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