Eatlovetravelplay | Scent Somm Wishlist — Ep. 1 Elevated Marshmallow Perfumes + Cocktail Pairings
- Krista Carpenter-Beasley
- 4 days ago
- 4 min read
Updated: 3 days ago
Sweetness, but make it polished.
There’s a moment that happens somewhere between brunch and dessert when sweetness feels exactly right.
Not candy-sweet. Not bakery-overload sweet.
The kind of sweetness that feels fluffy, creamy, and just a little bit dressed up. An old fashioned with a view. A champagne toast that turns into another round. A pastry you didn’t plan to order but absolutely should.
That’s the lane we’re exploring in the first episode of Scent Somm. Elevated marshmallow. The fragrances that take a playful gourmand note and give it structure, glow, and grown-up charm.
Because sometimes what you’re wearing should match what you’re drinking.
And maybe even where you’re going.
Navitus — Lost in a Dream
The romantic pastry moment
Some fragrances feel like a memory before you’ve even lived it.
Lost in a Dream sits right in that space. Creamy, airy sweetness wrapped in soft warmth. Think marshmallow and vanilla drifting through something that feels quietly elegant rather than sugary.
It’s the perfume version of walking into a café where pastries are lined up behind glass and the espresso machine never stops humming.
The first thing it made me think of was maritozzi in Rome, those impossibly soft brioche buns filled with clouds of whipped cream.
Fluffy, indulgent, and just a little dreamy.
The Sip: A tiramisu espresso martini fits perfectly here. Creamy coffee, soft sweetness, and a little dessert energy all in one glass.
Where it fits locally
Berdena’s (Scottsdale) — bright café energy with excellent espresso drinks and brunch that feels effortlessly stylish.
Lux Central (Phoenix) — the kind of place where you order coffee and end up staying longer than planned.
The Global Ambassador Hotel Café (Phoenix)— polished European café vibes in the desert.
Anywhere in the world:
A marble café table in Rome.
A Paris pastry shop.
A quiet espresso bar where time slows down.
Kilian — Princess
Sweet, but with attitude
If Lost in a Dream is romantic, Princess is playful.
Marshmallow is still the star, but matcha and ginger bring just enough edge to keep things interesting. It’s creamy and sweet, but balanced by that soft green tea note that makes everything feel a little cooler.
This one feels like a fragrance version of ordering a matcha latte somewhere trendy, then staying for brunch.
Sweet, confident, and a little bit sassy.
The Sip: A matcha colada - Coconut cream, matcha, rum, and just enough brightness to keep things lively.
Where it fits locally
Songbird Coffee & Tea House (Phoenix) — plants, light, matcha, and the kind of cozy charm that makes you linger.
Stemistry (Scottsdale) — matcha-focused drinks and beautifully minimalist café energy.
Valentine (Phoenix) — where brunch, coffee, and style all meet in the middle.
Anywhere in the world:
A Tokyo matcha café.
A sunny garden café.
A stylish brunch patio where everyone ordered something green.
Commodity — Milk+
Cozy sweetness after dark
Milk+ takes marshmallow in a completely different direction.
Instead of bright sweetness, it leans warm and creamy. Think toasted marshmallow drifting into soft woods and tonka. Comforting, slightly smoky, and a little bit sexy.
This is the scent version of candlelight and quiet conversation. It’s sweet, but softly so.
The Sip: A s’mores old fashioned - Bourbon, chocolate bitters, vanilla, and toasted marshmallow warmth.
Where it fits locally:
Little Rituals (Phoenix) — one of the best cocktail programs in the city, perfect for a slow evening drink.
Century Grand / Platform 18 (Phoenix) — immersive cocktail haven that pairs beautifully with cozy fragrances.
Grey Hen (Phoenix) — moody, sophisticated, and ideal for an after-dinner drink.
Anywhere in the world
A dimly lit wine bar.
A fireside lounge.
A quiet bistro with velvet chairs and a serious cocktail list.
Kayali — Yum Boujee Marshmallow
Champagne brunch sweetness
Then there’s the playful one.
Yum Boujee Marshmallow is marshmallow turned glossy with fluffy sweetness wrapped in creamy vanilla with a little fruity sparkle. It feels like dessert showed up to brunch.
Pretty, feminine, and completely unapologetic about being fun.
The Sip: A French Blonde - Grapefruit, elderflower, gin, and Lillet create something bright enough to balance the sweetness.
Where it fits locally
The Henry (Arcadia) — brunch, bubbles, and effortless weekend energy.
Maple & Ash (Scottsdale) — where daytime champagne turns into something celebratory.
The Global Ambassador Rooftop — sunshine, cocktails, and a view.
Anywhere in the world
A Paris brunch terrace.
A rooftop champagne bar.
A girls’ lunch that turns into afternoon cocktails.
The Scent Somm Philosophy
Fragrance doesn’t live in isolation.
It lives in moments.
A Maritozzi and an espresso during a morning stroll in Rome. A cocktail in Cape Town that tastes like dessert. A rooftop in Florence where the light hits just right.
That’s the idea behind Scent Somm. Pairing scent with flavor, mood, and place.
Because the best fragrances don’t just smell good. They feel like somewhere you want to go.
Which one would you wear first?
Soft romance.Sweet with edge?
Creamy comfort.Or glossy brunch energy?
Because what you’re wearing should match what you’re doing.
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