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Currently Reading Eau de Toilette is a unisex fragrance by Smells Like Books, an American brand that draws on literary associations and transforms the atmosphere of reading into a fragrance.
The name of the fragrance evokes a book you want to open right now, while the composition itself is built around the familiar combination of paper and jasmine tea.
This release belongs to the floral family and is presented as an eau de toilette.
At the same time, its gender positioning is unisex, so the fragrance can be chosen not according to formal rules, but based on your personal mood and love of intellectual, unusual compositions.
Currently Reading unfolds the idea of a quiet ritual: a few pages of a favorite book, a cup of tea, and a pause in which to spend some time alone with yourself.
The paper accord adds a dry, graphic quality to the composition and evokes clean pages, a bookshelf, and a freshly printed edition.
Jasmine tea softens the overall impression and lends it a floral transparency.
As a result, the fragrance comes across as atmospheric and noticeable, yet not tied to any particular appearance or wardrobe.
According to the product information, Currently Reading has very strong sillage, making it especially suitable for those who enjoy expressive fragrances and want to leave a distinct olfactory impression behind.
This unisex composition is appropriate for occasions when you want to emphasize your individuality: meeting friends, browsing a bookshop, attending a creative event, or enjoying a quiet evening in the city.
Its paper-and-tea character feels conceptual and helps the fragrance stand out among familiar floral and fruity compositions.
The database does not provide precise recommendations regarding the number of sprays to apply to skin or clothing.
Given its very strong sillage, it is sensible to start with a minimal application and assess how it develops on the skin before adding more if necessary.
This approach will preserve the composition’s expressiveness without overwhelming the surrounding space.
The notes listed for Currently Reading are jasmine tea and paper.
Information about the release year, collection, perfumer, and other concentrations of this fragrance is unavailable, so its history is best assessed primarily through its concept and stated olfactory formula.
For further exploration of fragrances that may appeal to fans of unusual florals and expressive feminine compositions, Parfums de Marly Meliora may be worth considering.
This is not a replacement for Currently Reading, but a starting point for comparing moods and discovering your next fragrance favorite.
The fragrance is very long-lasting, staying on the skin for 12 hours or more, gradually revealing its notes
The scent will linger in the air even after its wearer has left.
The perfume has a fresh scent that is not too intense, so it does not overwhelm those around you with strong essences
A light and elegant fragrance with harmonious richness—the perfect balance between the depth of eau de parfum and the freshness of cologne
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The Currently Reading pyramid is built around a mixed accord of jasmine tea and paper, without a separate division into top, middle, and base notes.
Paper forms the main conceptual image of the composition, evoking book pages and the clean space of a new book.
Jasmine tea adds a floral, tea-like facet and makes the scent softer and more transparent. Together, these notes create an unusual unisex accord at the intersection of floral and atmospheric nuances.
This composition is especially suited to those looking for a fragrance with a literary mood and a distinctive concept.
| Gender | Unisex |
| Brand | Smells Like Books |
| Segment | Niche perfumery |
| Country | United States |
| Website | https://smellslikebooks.com/ |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de toilette |
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