Field notes

From the blotter.

17 Jul 2026

The Bottle Is Not the Formula

We get asked constantly about bottle design. It is the least interesting part of what we do.

17 Jul 2026

What Changes When a Raw Material’s Harvest Changes

Natural vanilla varies year to year. We've started disclosing that instead of formulating around it.

17 Jul 2026

Why the Base Note Gets Most of the Formulation Time

Top notes sell a fragrance across a counter. Base notes are what you're actually agreeing to wear all day.

17 Jul 2026

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