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SMELLS NEW

By Lisa J. Curtis
The Brooklyn Paper
The Brooklyn Papers / Tom Callan

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Everyone’s heard of independent films and indie music labels, but what about indie fragrances?

Park Slope perfumery Luilei will celebrate "the spirit of independent perfumers" on Sept. 23. The year-old boutique, which means "him-her" in Italian, according to co-owner Amy Yang, offers an assortment of niche, independent, and luxury beauty and fragrance lines. Among the cult favorites the store carries is I Profumi di Firenze’s Ambra del Nepal (pictured).

"Small, independent perfumers are gaining more attention, especially from perfume connoisseurs who do not want to smell like everyone else," said Yang. "Since fall is a season that inspires perfume connoisseurs to update their perfume wardrobe, we are celebrating fragrance on the first day of fall."

In addition to enjoying light refreshments and free samples with every purchase on Saturday, customers will have the opportunity to meet indie perfumers such as Ulrich Lang (the man behind Anvers, a men’s perfume) ansd Maria McElroy of Aroma M.

McElroy may even be unveiling her latest creation at the event and samples should be available.

"She specializes in perfume oils," explained Yang, "which for some perfume fanatics, is the only way to experience perfume."

Luilei is located at 682 Union St. between Fourth and Fifth avenues in Park Slope. For store hours and more information, call (718) 399-7799 or visit the Web site www.luileiny.com.

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