The Odyssey Collection
We’re all on our own journeys. Life has a way of leaving it’s mark on you, good or otherwise. Some marks carry with them unbelievable joy and excitement, while others are reminders of the darkest days. We’re all going through something, and yet we persist. We move forward one step at a time.
And, at the end of it, when we look back, I want to know without a shadow of a doubt that I made something of myself. That I did my best to raise my son, fulfill my dreams, and never gave up.
The Odyssey Collection was created to honor our journeys. Rising to the challenge that is life. To hold onto courage and determination so that we can soar instead of crawl. To not just survive, but to grow and change into the best versions of ourselves possible. To choose to heal and not allow our demons to take over. To take care of, respect, and love ourselves as fiercely as possible. To give space for every emotion and being brave enough to sit in them until we hear what they’re telling us.
And, to make living our lives to the fullest, and trusting in whatever way the wind may take us, the most significant ritual we practice of all.
I dedicate this collection to my son, who has given me the journey of a lifetime.
The Fragrances
“RENDEZVOUS”
Fragrance Family: Oriental
Fragrance Subfamily: Woody Oriental
Fragrance Notes: mushroom · citrus · earth · moss · musk · amber · sandalwood · black cardamom · cream · cinnamon · chestnut
Aroma: Warm, Earthy, Cosy, Sensual, Musky
Description: Imagine being inside a dimly lit pub on a cool evening out. There’s a warm, cozy atmosphere all around you, fire burningin a little fireplace, folks talking, leather bar stools, and worn wood. You’re there with someone special, catching up and talking about life. You feel warm, comforted. “Rendezvous” is this feeling… like a big, warm hug that you’ll remember for years to come.
“AFTER HOURS”
Fragrance Family: Oriental
Fragrance Subfamily: Woody Oriental
Fragrance Notes: cedar · musk · oakmoss · camphor · patchouli · amber · peppercorn · clary sage · coriander · moss · chamomile
Aroma: Warm, Earthy, Cosy, Sensual, Musky
Description: “After Hours” is the moment the world melts away at the end of the day. Pajamas on, lights low, the day gently slipping off your shoulders. It’s being curled up with someone special, wrapped in warmth and comfort. It’s cozy and soothing, seductive and intimate, inviting the moment to last just a little longer.
“PILGRIMAGE”
Fragrance Family: Oriental
Fragrance Subfamily: Soft Oriental
Fragrance Notes: peppercorn · hemp · rum · bergamot · patchouli · amber · musk · vanilla · jasmine
Aroma: Intense, Warm, Spicy, Earthy
Description: “Pilgrimage” feels like traveling by night, rich with mystery and comfort. Inspired by far-off places and long journeys like faraway markets, candlelit train cars, and long country roads, it captures the beauty of transformation that happens along the way. This scent honors the journeys that change us, reminding us that growth often comes from the paths we dare to take.
“HOME ON THE RANGE”
Fragrance Family: Woody
Fragrance Subfamily: Dry Woods
Fragrance Notes: suede · smoke · lavender · peppercorn · clary sage · coriander · moss · chamomile
Aroma: Leathery, Smoky, Deep
Description: “Home on the Range” takes you to Texas skies, weathered leather, and soft clouds of dust in the old west. Batwing doors open to an old west saloon. Cowboys on horses travel by. The smell of weathered leather and a touch of lavender command the attention of your senses with this beautifully nostalgic, warm scent.
“PATISSERIE”
Fragrance Family: Floral / Fresh
Fragrance Subfamily: Floral Oriental / Aromatic
Fragrance Notes: rosemary · sage · black violet · saffron · bergamot · geranium · amber · musk · vanilla · jasmine
Aroma: Sweet Spices, Warm, Powdery / Clean, Natural, Sharp
Description: Take a stroll through a quaint French town where the smells of vanilla, rosemary, sage, and saffron fill the air from the nearby patisseries. Warm, fresh breads and delicate pastries fill the windows as you walk by. “Patisserie” is an herbal, floral, and vanilla blend that will entice your wanderlust or inspire you to visit your local bakery.
“PRAIRIE FAIRY”
Fragrance Family: Woody
Fragrance Subfamily: Mossy Woods (Chypra)
Fragrance Notes: palo santo · sandalwood · moss · bergamot · violet · wild honeysuckle · jasmine · amyris · ozone
Aroma: Mossy, Sweet, Mellow, Smooth, Light
Description: An enchanting forest opens into a peaceful, flower-filled meadow. Like something from a storybook, fireflies glow softly, birds chirp, and gentle woodland creatures wander nearby as you settle into the tall grasses and blooms, gazing up at the wide, blue sky. “Prairie Fairy” is a magical blend that will compel you to read your favorite fairy tale and wish upon a star.
“ALCHEMIST”
Fragrance Family: Woody / Fresh
Fragrance Subfamily: Woods / Aromatic
Fragrance Notes: volcanic sand · palo santo · pachouli · chamomile · pear · sage · ozone · bergamot · lavender · mint · moss · juniper
Aroma: Dry, Potent, Sensual, Smoky / Clean, Natural, Sharp
Description: A low, quiet fog gently envelopes the grass beneath your feet as you take a walk down a mysterious forest path. The scent of rain from earlier on still lingers. The elements of wind, water, earth and air are undeniable as they ground you. “Alchemist” encapsulates our connection and infusion with nature and how it transforms our lives.
“METAMORPHOSIS”
Fragrance Family: Fresh
Fragrance Subfamily: Citrus / Aromatic
Fragrance Notes: green tea · lemongrass · citrus · ozone · light musk · jasmine · bergamot · matcha · black tea · sandalwood
Aroma: Sharp, Zesty, Bright / Clean, Natural, Sharp
Description: Metamorphosis is a breath of spring. Inspired by cocoons transforming into butterflies, this scent honors the quiet, often unseen changes that shape us. It’s a reminder that growth doesn’t always announce itself, and that becoming takes time. Light, uplifting, and gently grounding, “Metamorphosis” celebrates the journeys we move through and the beauty that emerges when we allow ourselves to change.
More About the Collection
One thing I’m trying to do better is to help guide fragrance enthusiasts towards those that may appeal to their noses more accurately instead of blind guessing. One way I’m doing this is by educating you, and others, about fragrance families.
In my blog post, “The Ultimate Guide to the Benefits of Fragrance”, I discuss in detail what the families and subfamilies are, what they mean, and the types of fragrance they describe. The Fragrance Wheel is a circle chart that shows the four main families on the outside of the circle and the subfamilies on the inside. In short, if you tend to enjoy fragrances from the ‘Oriental Family’, then it helps you narrow down which scents to shop for!
For the Odyssey Collection, here’s where our new eight fragrances lie within the Fragrance Wheel (with a key below).
Launch Schedule
I will be launching the collection two fragrances at a time over the course of 2026. As a small business with my own family to care for, my full-time job, and small budget, this will make it far more manageable for this many new fragrances.
NOTE:
It takes a great deal of money, time, and effort to release collections smaller than this one, so taking some time to be mindful and intentional will help me to do this properly. The schedule below is subject to change as life sometimes gets in the way, but I will be doing my best to stick to this timeline. If there’s any major changes, it will be communicated and the schedule will be updated to reflect that.
