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    Olfactory NYC

    4.8 (11 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Simone D.

    I'm starting my collection of perfumes so whats a better way than to make your own signature smell! Olfactory made it easy and fun to make my own perfume that was just for me. You start with picking your base then an attendant walks you through different smells that you can add to your scent to make it uniquely your own. They even let you make a boy oil that was the same smell or a different smell as your perfume. Im mean you won't get the most out of your scents if you don't use an oil base to make it last longer. To make a your own smell is actually cheaper than most of the perfumes you'd buy from a store, so it's actually an amazing value. I'd recommend for a friend's outing, date night or solo trip.

    Rhina D.

    The staff is so friendly and patient. It is a scent overload so be prepared for your nose to be overloaded. I had an amazing experience and will certainly be returning.

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    Maya H.

    Me and my friend had a girls day at Ponce. We decided to make our own perfume and with no appointment, we were able to get right in on a Sunday. We were paired with Danielle who did an amazing job. Me and my friend truly enjoyed our experience and I will recommend again. A fave for this experience was that you are able to add on a lotion, body oil, mist, palette and maybe 2 other things with either the same scent or a new one for additional pricing. We were each stuck between 2 scents so I purchased a lotion with my 2nd favorite and my friend purchased a body mist with her 2nd favorite. I would definitely recommend, go again and highly request our girl Danielle! You are only able to pick a color and name for your perfume. All other containers do not allow customization.

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    Julia C.

    Great new-ish spot at Ponce City Market! We ended up getting a gift box for my sister from there! She was able to bring the box in to customize the scent herself later on. We went on a Saturday and I wish we had an appointment! We had to wait for about 45 mins to make 1 fragrance. I would definitely recommend making an appointment if you plan to go! I love the concept of getting to try multiple variations of a scent to decide on which you like best. And then they save your smell to allow you to come back to get more of the same scent in the future if you wanted. Everyone was super nice and helpful! Definitely a great experience to gift.

    Renita F.

    My mom and I had an incredible experience creating our own custom fragrances at Olfactory NYC. The entire process was seamless -- engaging, educational, and so much fun. The team guided us through each step with expertise and care, helping us identify the notes and blends that truly reflected our personalities. What I loved most was how personal the experience felt. Every detail, from the scent selection to the final packaging, was thoughtfully done. We left not only with our own signature fragrances but also with a beautiful shared memory. I highly recommend Olfactory NYC to anyone looking for a creative, elevated, and truly one-of-a-kind experience.

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    The Merchant

    The Merchant

    3.9
    (29 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    Selection. This place has so many unique items like vintage biology posters, jelly cat stuffies for…read morethe babes, nice stationary, beautiful housewares, art prints along with vintage art work, lovely coffee table books... the list goes on. Prices were a bit high IMO yet you could find some items reasonably priced items. I was immediately greeted upon entering. This store is very well merchandised and reminds me a little like Anthropologie. The surrounding is cool, so there is lots to do in the area.

    The Merchant is a home goods gift store carrying a number of thoughtfully curated specialty…read moreproducts. Located at the Krog Street Market, the interior aesthetic reads industrial storehouse meets white-washed farm living room. Exposed high ceilings painted black with spotlights, hanging 60s style vintage lamps, a lacquered wooden canoe suspended mid-air and a large lightbulb arrow sign add a quirky vibe. Products include kitchen gadgets and serving ware (hand towels, plates, bowls, measuring cups, cocktail accessories, glasses, handsoap), books (travel, art, history, food/recipe, coffee table), Georgia-related souvenirs and packaged food gifts (candies and chocolate, cookies, puzzles, etc), gifting paper (like cards, gift wrap, gift bags), candles and home decor items (wall art, prints, bookends), and some seasonal holiday items that fall into above categories. They carry Lucia candles which are one of my favorite candle makers in terms of elegant home fragrances, though I only saw their seasonal fir/evergreen scent which unfortunately wasn't a love. Price range falls into the higher end so not an everyday shopping kinda place, though I'd recommend for an occasional treat or place to buy a nice souvenir. Staff seemed helpful and able to provide recommendations. Parking is available street side in the neighborhood.

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    SEPHORA

    3.5
    (66 reviews)
    0.0 mi
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    This is one of the more "accessible" Sephoras because you don't need to traipse through a mall to…read moreget to it. However, the parking out front is kind of a zoo at peak times. I would never just "pop in" to go to this Sephora but if I'm making a trip to PCM for some other reason, I will kill a few birds with that stone. Which is what happened on this most recent visit... I'd purchased a concealer online that was way too light and needed to return/exchange for another color that would be best to swatch/test in-store. Although I realized in advance that I was outside of the 30-day window by about a week, I timed my trip around visiting family, knowing that we were going to hit up PCM. Thankfully the Charlotte Tilbury rep was hovering in the area and she helped me to identify the best shade for what I was looking for. When I went to the checkout, the sales person pointed out the 30-day policy -- btw, turns out that it is 30 days from the date the order was purchased, doesn't matter that it took an additional week to actually arrive at my house via shipping to even know that the color was wrong. I could have sworn I saw on their website that items beyond 30 days could be exchanged, up to 60 days, but that's not what the staff member at the register said. However, without me having to escalate, he automatically went to get the manager. She did not want to let me do an exchange but I was both polite and persistent and she finally caved, allowing me to do this as a "one-time" courtesy. This Sephora is not as expansive as other ones and didn't have the limited edition Sol de Janeiro my niece wanted, for example. However, if you need to stock up on your favorite items or you're already in this shopping center, this Sephora is a good option.

    I should've left when I walked in & 2 associates were near the door & didn't speak until I spoke…read morefirst. I passed by one girl like 3 times & was never asked if I needed help from her or anybody else that was working. I frequent other locations and I've never been outright ignored like I was today. I literally put back multiple items I was willing to buy because why would I spend well over $100 with people that acted like I didn't exist, but openly greeted and are helping nonblack people around me. (Mind you, most of the staff was black). And if I hadn't had to pay for parking, I wouldn't have bought the one thing I did. Everybody should be treated kindly, but since the difference was so clear, I would never come back to this location. Even locations with mostly nonblack staff are much more hospitable than this. Hopefully someone tells them to treat everyone equally.

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    29Thirty

    29Thirty

    5.0
    (5 reviews)
    0.3 mi

    I'm obsessed with this place! 29 Thirty was wonderful enough to host the Elite Squad for an…read moreunforgettable night full of fun, laughs, and activities! This amazing place is a woman owned business that offers a variety of crafts such as candle making, body butter making, perfume making, and body scrub making. We indulged in candle making. What an experience. They have a variety in of oils for you to create your own unique signature fragrance and provide you with all the tools to make your own candle. The staff hospitality went above and beyond, made me feel comfortable and welcomed. They give you great guidance and encouragement throughout the process. This place is great for a date night or to host an event such as a birthday party or girls night out. Complementary parking is offered at the parking lot located in front of the business. We got the pleasure to have met the owner and was fortunate enough to hear how she began her business. Through hard work and persistency she was able to make her dream come true. I am definitely coming back to try their other activities and introduce this place to my girlfriends. Do yourself a favor and come and experience this for yourself, you will absolutely not be disappointed!

    Loved my experience at 29Thirty! The owner shared that every detail was thoughtfully considered,…read moreand it shows. The staff was patient, helpful, and supportive. The little touches made the experience even bette; doublesided tape to help place your candle wick (my long nail girls get it), scent cards so you can recreate your custom candle later, and conversation cards at each table. Know before you go: parking is rough. I recommend using the paid lot behind the studio instead of trying to squeeze into the main parking lot. It was well worth it. Overall, such a fun experience.

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