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Sarah Jessica Parker’s description of developing her fragrance Lovely gives a genuine glimpse into the creative process — keeping notes she already loved while deliberately shifting the balance toward something new.
In Her Own Words
“(Lovely) still has a little of the musk and lavender notes I had been using, but there’s more floral and a little patchouli. It’s a little more feminine. I’m really happy with it.”
— Sarah Jessica Parker
Building on a Personal Foundation
Parker’s comment reveals a common and effective approach to fragrance development: start from notes you already know and love — in her case, musk and lavender — and adjust the balance rather than starting from scratch. Adding patchouli and more floral character shifted the overall feel toward something softer and more floral, while still keeping a personal thread running through it.
A Lesson for Finding Your Own Signature
This same logic works well for anyone building their own fragrance wardrobe: identify notes you consistently gravitate toward, then explore fragrances that adjust the balance around those notes rather than starting your search from zero every time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What notes did Sarah Jessica Parker use in developing Lovely?
Musk and lavender carried over from earlier work, with added floral notes and patchouli to create a softer, more floral result.
Is it common to build a new fragrance around familiar notes?
Yes. Starting from notes you already love and adjusting the balance is a common and effective approach, both for perfumers and for shoppers building their own fragrance wardrobe.
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One response to “Sarah Jessica Parker on Creating Lovely”
She’s such a unique beauty!
Thanks for sharing xx
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