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In a new holiday perfume guide, Attic columnist and writer Mishka Hoosen shares a scent for every need, along with encouraging words of moral support.

Beauty, HolidayMishka HoosenDecember 24, 2019Mishka Hoosen, Perfumes, perfume column, perfume, seasonal perfumes, winter, A Christmas For Our Own, Christmas, Raquel Reyes

Perfumes for New Beginnings

As the Northern Hemisphere embraces the end of summer, the Southern Hemisphere prepares for its own new season and our resident perfume columnist Mishka Hoosen has every perfume perfect for whatever new beginning you need.

Beauty, LifestyleMishka HoosenOctober 14, 2019Mishka Hoosen, perfume, Perfumes, diptyque, lush cosmetics, l'artisan perfumer, imaginary authors, spring, autumn, autumn at the atticComment

Autumn Essentials for a Rainy Climate

While the weather finally turns, rainy temperatures can threaten to interfere with autumnal joy. Sharing the wisdom of life in a rainy climate, Lauren Olmeda shares the essentials that make autumn in Dublin cheerful no matter the climate.

Lifestyle, FashionLauren OlmedaOctober 7, 2019Autumn, autumn 2019, Autumn at the Attic, rainy weather, rainy climate, autumn essentials, Lauren Olmeda, candles, perfume, lifestyle, work style, DublinComment

Our Summer Reads, Vol. 5 – Tariq Hoosen

In our latest Summer Reads, Perfume Columnist Mishka Hoosen takes on her summer reading list in Paris.

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Dear Mishka – What Would Anne Shirley Wear?

Perfume Columnist Tariq Hoosen answers a reader request, sharing honeysuckle perfumes that Anne Shirley might wear.

Scent and Story: Perfumes for Your Favorite Literary Characters

“One of the things I love most about perfume is its transformative power — on a level most people aren’t fully aware of, scent has the power to evoke entire histories and characteristics within seconds, changing our perception of other people and ourselves, and giving us a unique tool for self-expression and disguise.” Perfume Columnist Tariq Hoosen takes us into the pages of favorite books to pair characters with unique scents.

Scent & Self-Care

Perfume Columnist Mishka Hoosen addresses the complex world of treating scent as self-care and shares tips on how to determine what scents work for you, whether you’re dealing with mental health or chronic pain.

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Perfumes for the Season: Autumnal Perfumes

“The drama and endless associations conjured up by the season mean wearing a perfume can be like playing your favorite character, especially during the time of year when many of us enjoy curling up with a book indoors".”

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