A chittering buzz rises from a small crowd that has gathered around an opulent velvet-draped tent. Some are fidgeting impatiently; others try in vain to peep within the tent. Within moments, a slim, stunningly handsome man emerges from the entryway to the sound of gasps and scattered applause. His face is lit with fierce joy, and he bows almost smugly to the assemblage. Grabbing a flirtatious blonde from the mob, he kisses her in a rush of mad passion, his arm encircles her waist, and he leads her directly to a nearby opium den. The crowd disperses, and curiosity pulls you forward. You push open the fringed, beaded tent-flap and enter the dimly-lit room. A lovely, voluptuous redhead stands before an ornate antique easel. Her luminous alabaster skin and the phosphorescence emanating from her paintbrush seem to be the only source of light. As you adjust to the gloom, you see that the walls are covered with atrocities: an exhibit of dissolution. The myriad canvases show men and women in various stages of rot and decay, a panoply of indulgence, teeth set in fury, mouths leering in lust, hands grasping greedily.
The scarlet woman turns her gleaming sightless eyes towards you and, in a husky, compelling voice, she speaks:
“Why let the years tear at your youthful splendor? Why let the mark of your sins stain your fine features? Will you let the cold, creeping grasp of time and the toil of temptation mar your visage? Why should the pleasures of our flesh wreak such havoc?”
She leans in close to you and whispers, “Let me capture your soul on this canvas in oil and blood, and you will be beautiful forever.”
White tea, sugar cane, orange blossom, rockrose, lemon balm, white mint, and honey.
c-j-allison –
The champagne notes in TTLB remind me a lot of Bon Vivant. Underneath the heady champagne, I get a bit of a ginger beer/fizzy cola/citrus melon scent. It’s sweet and fun and cute.
ajl8675 –
Have the imp. A very clean scent. A little soapy/clean laundry-like on me, but I enjoy that kind of clean fresh smell. I enjoy it a lot and am considering ordering a full bottle!
artimisia –
This one is very citrusy. On me, I’d have to say the lime was the dominant note. There was something light and just the tiniest bit sweet underneath it. One of the other reviewers claims this is the melon. Beats me but they may be right. It was very pleasant in a bright, clear, fruity kind of way. I am not sure if it’s my thing or not…but it is definitely a nice scent which I recommend people try.
tess.book –
A cheerful, irreverent, sparkly scent. Notes of champagne add delightful effervescence to the sugary citrus and melon. Twinkle Twinkle Little Bat has remarkable throw and staying power, and I’ve found that I like it more every time I wear it!
Rebecca –
Bright and happy — I am perpetually in search of a citrusy scent that doesn’t go all lemon pledge on my skin, and this is one of my favorites so far. The melon adds sweetness and the herbs balance it out nicely. Not long lasting on me, but I’m happy to reapply it.
Gloame –
Top notes of champagne like woah.
In the midnotes, I’m getting lots of melon, still with the effervescent champagne. What do toadflax and mullein smell like? I’m guessing they’d be rather herby-fougere. I can’t remember ever coming across them. Anyone know?
This is a green, flighty scent. I think I’m just not into champagne blends. I’ve felt unenthused about Hamptons, this one, Purple Snowballs, and Thalia. Horreur Sympathique came the closest to one I would feel right wearing. Now… make me a Manhattan blend and then we’ll talk!
xaglow –
I will be getting this in the larger bottle! I loved it! The melon and a light bit of mint are the prevailing smells when this one is wet. As it dries the grape and lemon come out, but overall this is just a light, sweet little perfume!
Qooqie –
Sprite! All I could think of was sprite, a sparkling lemony/limey scent. Very delicious. Invigorating. Happy.
VetchVespers –
Batty little scent indeed! It smells like lime lollipops, but the champagne grape adds interest and keeps TTLB from smelling cheap. I’m not usually a fan of candy smells, but this one is really fun, and if you like that sort of think, or like lime, you really should try this one. Great summer scent.