I Cut my Collection by Over Half (actually) | Perfume Collection 2022

I finally did it. let go of over half of my perfumes. These are the 20 that are left.
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[@roxxyfoxify]

I have been working hard on lowering my consumption, and so I appreciate this video. Overconsumption is so normalized in the fashion/makeup/fragrance industry and online. I am learning that I can love something without constantly buying.

[@dmoc28]

I’m thinking about doing a declutter too even some niche perfumes that I payed a lot of money for. There is not really a good reason to keep perfumes that you don’t reach for.

[@Linnea-xu5px]

I love this and agree. I see tiktoks praising spending on perfumes when being able to afford them. Normalize minimal spending & praising what we afford in good conscience!🥹

[@marymn11]

\\\i did the same when i retired and found it very freeing.

[@mandyh86]

Yes yes yes... I used to have tons of makeup, clothes, shoes and I kept buying new ones. Once I stopped with this toxic habit, I feel so much better mentally and I’ve even started loving the things I’ve been using for years and had completely forgotten about because I was always looking for the best new fragrances out there...

[@sweetberries683]

@@mandyh86 @ I have lot of clothes, shoes, bags, make up OMG to much< I want to stop my shopping addiction too wish me luck

[@maxglam3011]

Its interesting to note that not much niche perfumes made it to your final 19 bottles. I guess it goes to show that despite the big hype for niche fragrances, designer ones are still the fragrance that is easy to love and more versatile. Great selection for your final 19!!

[@thesimplechiclife]

100% and thank you so much! yes I agree. You don't need to spend hundreds to smell great.

[@lindamayer4697]

Yes! I was just thinking this. It kind of helps to realize when you're constantly looking for something you buy into hype and really you don't need that much. There's a lot of great stuff out there but the fact she seems to have come back to original favorites that aren't that pricey or exotic amd only one or two niche.

[@maxglam3011]

@@lindamayer4697 True! I now am wary of KZbinrs pushing a niche perfume as a "favorite" and their bottles do not even have dents in them. I just buy perfumes based on scents that I know will work for me, regardless if its niche, designer, or celebrity

[@dear_totheheart]

@@maxglam3011 Especially when you realize many influencers are gifted these high price point items for PR and are not buying them at large themselves while pushing them onto their audiences. Very sad relationship in all honesty. I think this is a very important revelation to always keep in mind regardless of the topic/product being recommended/reviewed

[@erics670]

niche wouldn't really exist without social media...where would people buy them or hear about them, ya know?

[@SharidaM]

I actually love that you can create amazing content and not have 400 bottles of perfume. You make feel so at ease decluttering now. I will only buy one now if I declutter one.

[@thesimplechiclife]

thank you girl! I love your content by the way. Yes and I honestly dont think I'm going to have too much trouble sticking to this at all. I have zero desire to buy right now. I just want to enjoy what I have.

[@APTTMHYforever]

I tried to do that with shoes… buy one, donate one It didn’t work😩 but I really need to get a grip on it

[@CarmenScentrix]

I can't believe you finally did it!! I know this is true to who you are and I'm happy for you. I'm not a minimalist but I aspire to have much less than I currently have. I think perfumes will be the last thing I tackle though!

[@Demi1369]

👀

[@denorwhi]

I have 64 and love every last one. Perfume and hygiene items are part of my self care so it excites me. I try to never blind buy perfume or buy perfumes I "kind of like." It stops me from being stuck with a crazy amount of perfumes

[@CristinaV.Quinones]

I think many people are leaning toward this lifestyle of minimalism and living with more intention. Post pandemic, many people are more connected with what is important in life, and in addition it is so individual to truly have a fragrance wardrobe that is catered to one’s own lifestyle and persona. I love this! I have been doing the same, slowly creating a small fragrance wardrobe for myself that feels like “me”.

[@knics33]

I first got into fragrance in 2008… and what I’ve learned about having fragrance as a hobby, collecting, etc. is that it comes down to what you feel comfortable with (in regards to collection size). Once you feel overwhelmed, the hobby isn’t as fun. Also, my love of fragrance has had it’s ebbs and flows over the years, and I’m ok with that. I’m glad you feel better about your collection size; you’ll definitely enjoy the hobby more now! Thanks for posting!

[@cakecrumb095]

I finally decluttered my first perfume and it feels good. I was wearing Si for almost a year and I suddenly started to feel nothing while wearing it. I gave it to my boyfriend’s mom who absolutely loved the perfume when I wore it. It feels good because I have room for something else now because I was feeling so uninspired by it for a while. Meanwhile my boyfriend’s mom got a perfume that she loves.

[@AliaAriff]

I did a massive cull from my already small collection. I just closed my eyes and put every perfume that I didn’t reach for often on marketplace in a bundle. I ended up getting back about $400 which was a good sale day. Delina Exclusif also sadly went away as the tassel and bottle was smoke damaged and reminded me too much of a traumatic event… On another note, my house was in a fire a year ago and when i did come back to collect my belongings I quickly knew which ones I wanted to retrieve (8 of my loves) but everything wasn’t important anymore. So my collection today is very practical as a perfume LOVER, I have clean & fresh, florals and a few date nights that can also double as event perfumes. But it’s kind of died down, I have decided to only bring in perfumes that I’ve tested and loved and eliminated blind buys completely. I still love watching your videos. You’ll forever be my favorite perfume blogger!

[@kathyjimenez4370]

Glad 19 works for you. I’m so happy with my 50 perfumes and will Not get rid of them ever. To each it’s own 😄

[@minacayy]

Do you use all of them?

[@kathyjimenez4370]

Not all at once but I use them by season accordingly and they all get used. I can also wear perfume to work so that helps and every time I go out or even when I’m home launching I’ll wear a lighter scent.

[@sjg5994]

😂

[@zakia484]

I salute the effort and thought you've put into this major declutter. Constructive feedback here so please don't take it negatively. My issue was never that you change your mind about certain perfumes, it's actually the little time between you expressing how much you love them and then decluttering them. As a perfume reviewer/connoisseur, I expect that you form a more solid opinion about fragrances before sharing them on your channel.

[@thesimplechiclife]

I'm also a human and I did first impressions, and shared my real time thoughts. Unfortunately because our tastes change, and sometimes we change our minds rather quickly, I can't say that just because I've had it for x number of weeks or months this is my "final decision". It's never final. I'm not here to sell anyone anything. If I wanted to do that I'd pretend they're all great and keep raving!! I don't do that. Thank you for this perspective though 💗

[@karinefrommontreal]

So proud of you Ilythia, it was a journey and you finally did it!🎉🙋🏻‍♀️💖

[@bellathereader1328]

I have been watching your channel from the beginning and wondered if a self proclaimed minimalist would be happy with a big collection. I too recently downsized substantially due to an upcoming multi state move. I had fun giving away a lot of my collection to daughters and daughter in laws. Now I’m down to 25 bottles and am extremely happy. I’ll continue ordering samples or going to a store because for me the fun part is hearing about a fragrance and then giving it a try💖💐🥰

[@sherlcollins7011]

I have about 25 too! Yay because I had way over 50... I have 2 daughters that took quite a few off my hands

[@bellathereader1328]

@@sherlcollins7011 Congratulations! For me, a smaller collection means more appreciation of each one. I definitely went a little crazy during covid….

[@thesimplechiclife]

yes. honestly it was fun... but the real me can't handle all that perfume lol. I don't like accumulating stuff. it causes me so much stress. I can still have just as much joy from 20 perfumes as 100 :)

[@mariansmartt]

I’ve been watching your channel for almost a year now. I love the minimalism. I went a tad radical in my decluttering. I sold my beautiful custom built 3500sq ft home for a simple small 1400sq ft home. I move in a month. I am decluttering like crazy. It feels so freeing. Thank you Ilithia!

[@APTTMHYforever]

That’s awesome!! I’m starting to embrace experiences over things… congratulations on your new journey

[@anastasiiamaksimova5286]

Start at 12:15

[@Jassxbe1]

Thank thank thank you for this video!!! It’s just such a perfect time to encourage us to do so too! I started decluttering my perfumes this month and hopefully I will only keep the ones that I really reach for and 💕

[@thesimplechiclife]

Wonderful!

[@Linnea-xu5px]

I have 7 perfumes that are all niche, and find myself always selling/swapping out 3. My collection is always at a minimum, and I don’t even feel like I wear these 7 as much as I should. super interesting to hear your experience! ☺️

[@Buddhababe2]

Congratulations! I need to back away from my perfume addiction. Maybe watching this video will help. My favs in your collection now are Peony and Blush Suede and Kayali Vanilla- yum!

[@authentic3778]

This video is very inspiring 💯💕💯 I've been contemplating about down sizing you made it look easy ! Thank you for sharing !

[@Alisha-hs8xj]

I’ve been doing the same thing! I’m letting go of anything that I don’t often reach for and I feel a lot happier now with the perfumes I do have. I love that they all are frequently used. 💜

[@kaitlynbonneville8341]

Omg! Giorgio Armani Si Intense was the exact fragrance that made me want to declutter as well! It is just so beautiful and I want to wear it everyday!

[@RachelDee]

slow clap. bravisima. you did it, Ilythia!

[@nikkifba8519]

I am so glad you made this video! Feels much more in line with your view on life and minimalism.

[@vanessasmith9646]

I love this video! A curated collection is goals!!

[@annkristinskadberg4417]

Very inspiring video! Thank you for taking us with you on your thoughtprosess around the decluttering. I can hear so much energy and brightness in your voice. 💛✨✨

[@thesimplechiclife]

thank you! trust me I was not feeling so well mentally a couple weeks ago. this decluttering process has been healing for me.:)

[@annkristinskadberg4417]

@@thesimplechiclife So good to hear that! I know what you mean, if there is too many I'm getting uneasy too. Keeping the number around 20 now, and that feels fine. Also starting to use up bottles, that is fun!

[@NatasaZW]

I have decluttered my collection and am now down with 6 bottles. Super happy about this.

[@yessibee5236]

So happy for you! It’s such a good feeling to only have what you truly love in your collection 🥰 great vid thanks for sharing.

[@thesimplechiclife]

Thank you for watching!!:) 💕

[@m.z.7983]

great video😍 i would love to see this videos: - the declutteret perfumes - perfumes you regret decluttering - your fragrance wishlist (if you have one) love your videos☀️

[@Adancer112]

Thanks for sharing this! I find it really helpful. I am always on the quest for the “perfect” fragrance, whether my new perfect signature scent, or a perfect evening scent, etc. It actually helps that I get overwhelmed at the thought of having too many so I tend to buy samples, but I’m realizing even that adds up over time and I have spent and accumulated a ton. Thank you for sharing your journey!

[@marielle7505]

So true. At this point I think I have about twenty+ samples. I want to use them up, but it does add up and gets overwhelming.

[@Obituarybunny]

Do you think you could do a “ how to : minimalist + chic room “ video 😅 your space looks so uncluttered and relaxing . Literally home goals

[@jbloise13]

I’m happy to receive with open arms any of your decluttered perfumes 😁 I think one day I’ll try to bring down my collection to 50 (20 spring/summer, 20 fall/winter, 10 all seasons)

[@cdubya752]

I plan on decluttering, but def not down to 19. I enjoy my fragrances and the variety. My taste has shifted from designer to Niche and I love it. Good Luck on your journey.

[@perfeptions]

Hi my dear, you did an amazing job! I love collecting perfumes so cannot really say I am trying to do that. Love my perfume library 📚 kudos ❤️😘

[@Divinenubian]

You did a good job decluttering all those fragrances, lately I decided to do something similar I have about 5 to 8 bottles of fragrance that I'm not crazy about but I've used so I'm going to use those up before I purchase another one each bottle that I use up if I find something I love I will buy only what I love not what I like.

[@AckGirl]

Great video! I am an OG to your channel 💕 and going through the same declutter journey this year 😊

[@blablabladuda]

I just went to sniff the Illicit green and... WOW! It is AMAZING! I have just come back to your videos and I'm really inspired by your minimal-ish collection!!

[@Starlight-dg8gd]

I've been watching your videos for months (if not years) and I have to say, you bring such a good influence to me, and my house! I declutter most of my clothes, shoes.. But perfumes are just so hard to be decluttered! I think even though they have similarities, there are times when that exact perfume matches my mood, the occasion.. But last week I gave away almost a dozen of my most unused perfumes to my mom and brothers. I felt like a big burden was lifted from my shoulders. I'm still reminiscing those perfumes, bottles, scents.. But, tbh.. I took them out of my house for a reason and that reason is enough. ✨️

[@jaslenereid7711]

Great and pleasing video to watch. Good job purging! I agree with you about Flowerbomb being sweet. I have been wearing it since 2008. It's my most purchased perfume and sentimental because my husband loves it and bought my first bottle! As of this year, I recently realized it's actually sweet lol.

[@lindamayer4697]

You have inspired me yet again, ilithia! I went from about 18 down to just 12 and I feel great. It's true, you appreciate what you have when you remove the ones that cause clutter in your mind and cupboard. I even took all mine out of the boxes and put them on a tray! So pretty and feminine. You may recall i was the one who said you inspired me with deceluttering and cleaning my house and I suppose this is an extension of that. I gave away aura eau sensualle, angel Muse, lveb l'eclat, anais anais and idole. Looing at them and trying to convince myself to like them felt really off and kind of icky. It took me a few months but finally I posted them on the next door app and I gave them all to the first lady who actually showed up at my house!! She was so happy and overjoyed and I could see what a pleasant surprise this was for her and now I know they are indeed in the hands of someone who appreciates them. She even sent me a text later thanking me again and promising she'd share with her friend Lol. I think she felt a bit greedy taking them all!! Now I just have my one tray with my chosen 12 and I have kept samples and decants that I enjoy. I'm not on instagram or I'd post a pic of my newly umboxed and displayed on a tray perfume. 😊 PS good on you for decluttetong, I know it wad a bigger job for you than for me (I had about 20 total at the highest) I can tell that it has really benefited you and it was a grounding experience that brings you peace from your video. I feel the same Going forward, I will purchase samples or small decants and test extensively before "making a statement by purchasing a full bottle that a perfume is right for me" ( from Laura sparkles great advice for saving money). It's better for the environment, for me, for my pocketbook and for my family and it gives me a sense of peace and I don't want to say control, but more like a sense that I can trust myself to take time and use my money, space and energy wisely. 😊 Thanks again and have a great day your videos are so peaceful in some way.

[@aldkxowm331]

omgg I clicked on this hopinggg u were decluttering lavender trianon haha it's def on my wishlist. I'll check out your vid thanks! Very inspiring to get rid of half from ur collection. I see a lot of hoarders / collectors it's so refreshing to see influencers like you! :)

[@gwenellison5386]

I'm with you on decluttering perfumes. I'm not sure how many I sold, but it was somewhere around 30. I now have 21 and feel that's manageable. I found I had too many that were similar and now it's scaled way back to those I really want. I might even let a few more go, but I'm unsure. When I have too many of anything it overwhelms me and I end up not using it at all. That was happening with my perfumes which is a total waste to just let them sit.

[@giovannademarchi933]

i identify so much with your taste in perfume! the ones with a accentuated vanilla always get me

[@TheTintin1982100]

Loved this. You definitely inspired me to declutter💕

[@thesimplechiclife]

Thank you 😊 💗

[@lisawithans]

Excellent video! You are one of my top KZbin creators that I watch!!!! 💕

[@thesimplechiclife]

thank you very much!! that means alot to me!

[@lilajane3]

Wow, good for you. I totally agree with the more you declutter the easier it gets. I did a major household declutter last year before a move. I still need to work on excess makeup and clothing. Just a suggestion: Is there a way to purchase samples for blind buys instead of entire bottles?

[@mariadmendez7773]

Firstly, you don't need to explain anything to anyone and secondly, what you do with your perfume collection is nobody's business! That being said, I truly appreciate you sharing your minimalistic lifestyle because it inspires me to simplify mine as well! Thanks for all the great recommendations throughout these past couple of years and your insight. You have impeccable taste and your scent profile/taste is very close to mine. I have ten of your 19 fragrances in my collection as well. I will not be getting rid of my (more than 100) bottles though because I use a different fragrance every day. My taste is very eclectic and I absolutely cannot imagine parting ways with any of them. I've recently gifted a couple to my daughter because she's into more masculine and aquatic fragrances, lately. Those were an exception to my rule. I want to add Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb to my collection. I've been wanting that for over a year now and that's what I'm going to ask for Christmas this year! Thanks again for your wonderful content and keep up the good work!

[@elizabetheverson1320]

It’s your collection so do what makes you happy! I couldn’t let go of Spiritueuse Double Vanille, my fav vanilla, but love vanilla ones that made the cut too.

[@thesimplechiclife]

I know... ugh that one is amazing. but honestly, I like Kayali better!

[@bnb0510]

Flowerbomb is great layered with Bath and body into the stars. 540 is great layered with into the night.

[@jeanbastien9424]

Great to see downsizing! I’m prone to these types of addictions, what I’ve been doing is using installment payment services on PayPal or Klarna. Usually I’ve changed my mind about the new one I want to buy by the time the previous one is paid off.

[@shannonalvaradowellness8543]

Surprised no Delinas made the list - nor any Tom Fords? Love your favorites! Inspiring me to declutter as well

[@thesimplechiclife]

right? or louis vuittons. Yeah I mean really I could have come up with a reason to keep every one of them.

[@Laura-vw2vm]

@@thesimplechiclife Those two LV are the ones I missed the most 😂 your beloved “Attrape-Rêves” and the discontinued “Contre Moi”

[@samanthareckson9503]

This video makes me so happy! Thank you for sharing!

[@leamarie5129]

Wowwww!! Good for you! This had to be so hard for you I can't even imagine doing this!! I always think about doing this but keep pushing it off because Im very sentimental so perfumes that "mean something" to me even though I don't necessarily like them, are so hard for me to let go. This video will help me overcome that🙏😇

[@thesimplechiclife]

thank you! Honestly it became easier and easier. At first it was overwhelming. But I am SO happy I did.

[@ChickenNugget_655]

This video was kinda a reminder for me to never get out of control with my perfume collection. I have about 11 bottles and a few travel sprays but I only get 1oz bottles or 1.7 max because I know I would never finish them otherwise lol (I’m not an oversprayer) and they’re less money. But you’re right I feel less overwhelmed and it’s easier for me to decide what to wear. I was super shocked when I saw how much you decluttered but I’m really happy for you. I think your new system is a good idea. I truly wish you the best and hope your mental health is doing better (: P.S. just ordered mon guerlain it’s on sale for $50 at macys! So excited!!

[@abigailelizabeth4729]

Umm so I just bought one too, because that is a sale I couldn’t resist 😩🥰

[@ChickenNugget_655]

@@abigailelizabeth4729 fr I’m all about a good deal never buy full price

[@Aisedora777]

That is so cool and epic! Loved the video! I"m currently working on the same task. I had 35 perfumes a couple month ago. Now I have 24. Some were sold, some were used up. My goal is around 15-20 perfumes that I adore and don"t need a special occasion to wear. You are such an inspiration! Thanks a lot!!

[@cookie_dough_hangover]

I realized few days ago that no matter how many fragrances I try I keep returning back to those that I already have, because they literally feel like they have become a part of me. All of them smell like different version of me,but yet they feel like... home. I just can't explain it. Spraying on something new feels weird now. I am in my 40s now and maybe it's a sign that I have finally matured. 😂I stil want to try and smell other fragrances just for the sake of experience, but I am not sure whether I want to add more to my collection. I am also very happy when I manage to finish a bottle.

[@neenaa4738]

I like the one perfume in one out approach. I started doing this after I found myself accumulating too many perfumes!

[@adebeautybox]

I love how you can just let go, that’s really a strength.

[@yannasway1811]

I love this concept it makes so much sense ,since you are only left with your favorites.You also make me want to give Armani code satin a sniff even though it discontinued.If I like it maybe I can find something similar to it 😊

[@sherlcollins7011]

Diesle loverdose redkiss is supposed to smell similar

[@MsSixx]

I’ve been buying decants which saves me so much money. Blind buying is expensive. Awesome video!

[@thesimplechiclife]

thank you Gail 💗

[@kathyjimenez4370]

This video was wow 😮 shocking! You let go of some really good ones!

[@emilielaliberte3472]

Even if 19 is still a lot, you are so good to have declutered more then half of your collection. I used to have a lot of fragrances but now I have 4 and they are so different from one another so for me, my collection is complete.

[@lindascull6327]

I love this video! Really really helpful!

[@bnb0510]

😂 imagine getting that fired up over a perfume de clutter video. People are wild!

[@amandainessex1784]

It makes sense to have fewer if your tastes are narrower. Your collection is: vanilla, florals, fruity/floral, and amber. If you were engaging in all perfume categories you'd need a lot more. You don't have greens, aromatics, animalics, ouds, incense, citrus, acquatics, and many other key categories for holistic perfume collection.

[@Nursexmaria]

I JUST narrowed my collection down to 15 for life! Only ones that make me feel happy when i spray.

[@thesimplechiclife]

ok - you're making me want to lose another 5 lol. 15 sounds like such a nice number lol

[@Nursexmaria]

@@thesimplechiclife My goal was to have 10 that would satisfy all my needs/occasions and give room for 5 more i just LOVE cant live without

[@singlehandedbeauty3581]

I actually employ a similar philosophy with my cosmetics. I love makeup, but the amount I had was giving me anxiety. I did a massive declutter and gave away/sold a lot and if something new comes in, something old goes out. It works so well for me and I can say that I truly love and use everything in my collection.

[@MCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC]

Amazing declutter!! Can’t wait to go smell some of these recommendations 😍. You forgot to mention your rollerballs 😅 I was excited to hear about them

[@thesimplechiclife]

I'm sorry yes * face palm * i'm going to have to do another video lol. I have about 5 travel sizes. I will share them!

[@greyskiesartify]

I just bought the Kayali Vanilla 28 perfume. I’m beyond excited! Everytime was near a Sephora (which isn’t often) I would have to go in for a spray but finally decided to just buy it.

[@RutujaDicholkar]

Me too! My first luxury perfume. Hopefully we both love it as much as everyone else does

[@pm83pm92]

Great video! I’m trying to declutter mine too! What did you do with your alien essence?

[@jamiejazz8194]

Great video! Is your Crystal Noir the EDP or the EDT version? I have the EDP but want to try the EDT so I’m curious which one it is you referred to 😊.

[@OksanaSyzovaV]

This is so inspiring 💙

[@Simona_midulcevida]

Great video. :) I went to a book club party recently and took all the perfumes that no longer worked for me. It was wonderfully received by my friends and each perfume was happily taken by someone at the party. . This is a great way to downsize your perfume collection and possibly bless someone else. :)

[@zenluvsfun]

I started my perfume journey on a trip to Italy. Luckily I was too broke to destroy myself, but I went crazy trying to find a niche perfume I loved from my trip, and I started sampling. So while I’ve had countless samples, but only 1-3 full bottles at a time. I am on a quest for a new signature scent. My current bottles are Florabotanica, Gris charnel, Sel Santal (almost gone) and Forest Lungs. Still searching for the One.

[@allenwalker9200]

Congrats! I'm sure it feels like achievement. That was the goal of the journey. I'm trying to get my perfumes down too but I'm really indecisive 😅 I'm only surprised about not seeing Clear Skin

[@sherlcollins7011]

I was surprised too.... and delina exclusif

[@samanthacosgrove8739]

I’ve decluttered a lot of perfumes recently too, I’m pretty happy with where I’m at but I could stand to declutter a few more tbh

[@TheTopNote]

This was very satisfying to watch Ilythia! I’m not sure I could get there but as you say, the more you cut down, the easier it becomes so maybe there still hope lol I definitely appreciate my perfumes more now that I have stopped buying.

[@robino931]

Hahah I totally agree with you about Armani just knowing how to make perfumes! I think most of my bottles are either armani or Chanel

[@valeriaortega210]

This is so helpful and inspiring!

[@marielle7505]

Great video! You should be proud of yourself. I own fifteen perfumes at the moment, plus a ton of samples. To me, it's starting to become a bit much. It's already getting a bit overwhelming. I just have to be in the mood for a good declutter, but I'm getting there.

[@ems_h.eartnotes]

I don't want to accumulate more than 20 so it's good for me to watch this 🙌

[@gailwarhol]

Wew it almost gave me a heart attack when miss dior is not on the tray but came up towards the end of the video. This big declutter is a big brave move for you!

[@katiemaybeauty1924]

Great video! Just wondering what you ended up doing with your back up bottles?

[@shealorena]

Good for you. I have 3 full sized and 3 travel sprays of perfume that are my absolute favorites. I love perfume, but I can't justify spending all my money on it. I have had fun trying samples and when I run out of a full sized one, I may replace it with a new fragrance. I have had fun with the videos. It's been a fun exploration, but I don't want to become preoccupied or obsessed.

[@APTTMHYforever]

You are goals!! I use to work with an older lady who used one thing at a time… lipstick, lotions, perfume, nail polish, etc She’s always looked put together and smelled great and best of all, was able to retire in her early 50s

[@kelznicole5739]

I agree so much. It is a slippery slope. Love the video. I need to sell a lot of my perfumes and just keep the ones I'm in love with.

[@amenahsarraj4584]

Love this video! I recently discovered eau duelle and agree that it's one of the best vanilla out there. Its addicting! Do you prefer the EDT or EDP?

[@RtlyBeauty]

Love your ending perfume collection. I would have had to add Delina. But this collection has all the ones I love

[@Linnea-xu5px]

Me too 😊 her collection is so curated with some great classics 💗

[@leafmeup574]

Thank you thank you and thank you :) for doing this for yourself and also setting an example and sending out encourage for ladies alike. Please share more about your declutter process and thoughts. I love your contents, no matter what it is, it's just nice to "see" you and hear your voice again. xoxo

[@ARTYHUDA]

I love this current collection ✨

[@tessab9374]

Love this video because I can relate a lot. Went from having 12ish perfumes to 40 during the pandamic. Most of them blind buys. Pure because of youtube videos. I've sold 3 now, so it's a small start but I want to declutter at least 2 more :)

[@tessab9374]

I never get why people who want to declutter a lot always keep bacarat AND cloud. And then say they almost smell the same. That would be a big reason for me to get rid of it

[@theprousteffect9717]

Twenty is a good number. That's kind of my personal fragrance limit that I set for myself because it allows for all the variety one could want while not feeling overwhelming to me. But in reality, I like having even fewer than that - even 15 is more than enough for me and my lifestyle. I decided I didn't want to own more than I could easily name. You're right: it's very easy to buy in excess and hold onto perfumes for bad reasons. Perfume is an art and luxury, not a necessity, so setting a limit isn't as straight forward; you don't need perfume at all, it's just for enjoyment, so what's one more to add to that enjoyment? The blind-buying/decluttering is a stage that many of us go through, and as long as you learned a lot from the experience and didn't go broke, it may have been worth it. Thank you for sharing your experience! The tray on the shelf is very satisfying 😁♥️ PS: I think Versace Crystal Noir has been reformulated and now smells completely different, which really sucks.

[@thesimplechiclife]

totally agree. And yes - absolutely!! I think we all go through a similar thing - that phase of blind buying/decluttering. Thank goodness I'm done that!! It was expensive. lol And oh no about the Crystal noir! :(

[@louiseleite3866]

I'd have kept Delina and got rid of Cloud. I only wear Miss Dior in winter, I find it too heavy for summer. Good for you 😘

[@RachelDee]

I read reading a minimalist home decor book this past week that called it "letting the room/space get quiet" before deciding what you have that's worth keeping in it. It's so true once you have only standouts, everything that's not as preferred as the others is more obvious.

[@Kimbradr]

What’s the name of the book? Sounds interesting!

[@penelopepalm]

Thanks for sharing that. It’s a very interesting idea

[@RachelDee]

@@Kimbradr Cozy Minimalist Home by Myquillyn Smith. Really chill read. Her Instagram also has great input and inspo for homes that are warm and inviting without being cluttered.

[@Kimbradr]

@@RachelDee thank you!

[@daisyrose2425]

Loved this video!🌺🌸🌺

[@jaytibee]

It feels good too, knowing you like a perfume but not feeling the need to buy or keep, because you really don’t need it in your collection for whatever reason. It’s funny seeing a whole new wave of people now getting into perfumes falling into the rabbit hole of just buying without thought 😅 I’ve been obsessed actually since 2014 when scentbird first came out (terrible service), disappeared then relaunched last year. I still had a good amount of control then because I was sampling but the urge was there. Now the urge is gone and I’m really content with my current collection. I also have my approach down for maintaining, letting go and adding if “necessary”. I honestly don’t feel the need to endlessly replace/add until I’m down to 15 from my 30-40 bottles. Even then I’ll just add one or two if I’m head or heels over a new release in the far future. I still love the experience of scent so sampling in small batches (to control that as well) works.

[@jaytibee]

*terrible service at the time. Not sure how Scentbird is now but don’t want to know lol…

[@tattsab]

Just order a sample of Eau duelle Edt after this video ! Looking for a good fresh automn scent and you sold me on it 😉🍂

[@CeliaCavalli]

"Perfume is not an essential item." Me picking out my 2cd scent of the day for post gym lollll

[@NorthernScentsAlaska]

That's how I feel about the entire Armani Si line! Si Fiori is the most beautiful fragrance its my everyday signature perfume for work, because its just gorgeous, mild, not too strong, feminine, and perfect for work..and the rest of the Si line are LOVES for me as well. I have the original formulation of Si and several backups of Si Fiori and Intense Black

[@kaitlynbonneville8341]

Me too!! My absolute FAVORITE line. I love every single one. :)

[@lauravterrazas]

Surprising to hear about Miss Dior. You'll have to keep us updated. 🙂

[@frescOO8]

I have about 10 perfumes and I dont even use them all, half is seasonal eg. Light blue (which I rarely use anyway even in the summer). If I had around 100 and had to decluter I’d imagine a fire and what perfumes I want to rescue the most, the ones I really don’t want to loose :)