The Engagement Perfume You Never Knew You Needed—Until Now!

A Profound Appreciation Story in a Bottle

Scent is indeed an ethereal language that speaks directly to the heart, a silent storyteller that skillfully interweaves itself into the very fabric and essence of our most cherished and dearest memories. It is the whisper of nostalgia, the intangible strand that elegantly unites the past and the present, allowing us the special privilege of reliving those most treasured moments of our existence with but a single, deep breath. The fragrance of a warm summer breeze can instantly recall you to sun-kissed vacations spent by the ocean, where laughter had blended with the salted air; the light fragrance of roses can recall the potent memories of the gentle warmth of your mother’s arms, enveloping you in a soothing nostalgia; and the fresh scent of a long-doted one can bring forth a torrent of emotions all at once, infusing a vivid sensation as if they stood right beside you only moments before.

Now, imagine a fragrance so intimately entwined in your love history that it is a time capsule of your engagement—a scent signature that lingers in the air like a sweet promise. A perfume so carefully crafted that, years from now, a single spritz is all it takes to remember the butterflies of that unforgettable “yes,” the joyful laughter shared between you and your love, and the promise of a lifetime of togetherness. That is the alchemy of Nearlywed by Susan and James Fragrances—something greater than a fragrance, it is a love story in a bottle, designed to preserve the romance, anticipation, and unspoken emotion that characterize the journey from “Yes” to “I do.”

The fragrance is more than just another fragrance to add to your perfume collection; it is a physical reminder of a historic moment in your life. Your engagement is one of the most exhilarating and life-altering experiences you will ever know—a season of unlimited passion, heart-stopping suspense, and profound emotional intimacy. Just as a wedding gown reminds you of the first time you saw yourself as a bride, just as a proposal song reminds you of the fleeting flush of your fiancé’s poignant words, and just as a precious piece of jewelry becomes a reminder you can’t shake, your engagement needs a fragrance that distills its spirit as a whole.

But why should an engagement have a scent of its own? What’s so extraordinary about Nearlywed, as opposed to all of the other fragrances available? The answer is in the unmistakable link between smell, remembrance, and love. Science teaches us that smell can implant moments of our existence in our brains with more force than any photograph or film ever could. A good fragrance does not merely transport you back in time to the moment of your life—it allows you to relive it, surrounding you with the same emotions, sensations, and hopes that made it so extraordinary.

This is Nearlywed’s vision: to craft not just a scent but a moment—an experience that lingers long after the wedding bells have faded, leaving the magic of your betrothal eternally

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The Science of Scent: Why Your Commitment Is Worth a Signature Scent

Have you ever stopped to consider why some smells create such a strong reaction? Why is the aroma of cookies baking in the oven so reminiscent of home? Or why does the smell of a particular perfume immediately transport you back to a memory with a person? It’s not nostalgia—it’s science. Our sense of smell is connected directly to the limbic system, the region of the brain responsible for emotions and memory. While our other senses pass through the thalamus before reaching our conscious mind, smell bypasses that and flows directly to the amygdala and hippocampus—areas intimately connected with emotion and memory formation. That’s why smells have the power to move us more than a photograph or a melody ever could. Envision wearing a fragrance that is uniquely your own, linked to your union. When you apply Nearlywed, it’s a reminder of the days and hours leading up to your wedding—the proposal, the fittings, the giggles you shared with your partner, and the thrill of forever. Years later, a quick spritz will bring back those irreplaceable memories, making them feel as fresh and alive as the first time. A wedding is a day-long affair, but your engagement is months or years. It’s a process, a transition, a time to build dreams together. And just as the wedding dress is an indicator of the nature of the wedding, the signature engagement scent is an indicator of the nature of the process.

A Scent That Embodies Love

Susan and James Fragrances, an artisan perfumery grounded in the art of scent and emotion, has crafted Nearlywed to be a perfume above par—it’s an experience. At the opening spritz, the fragrance bursts in a vibrant, thrilling explosion of Pink Pepper, Juicy Green Fig, and Bergamot. These initial notes were selected with care to evoke the new thrill of a new engagement—the moment when your heart pounds with happiness, and everything about the future is a thrilling possibility. As the fragrance settles, a bouquet of Jasmine Sambac, Jasmine Grandiflorum, and Lily of the Valley unfurls—a delicate but heady scent that captures the depth of love, commitment, and the romance of wedding preparation. These flowers are timeless, and their presence is imbued with an aura of old-world glamour that is both enchanting and intimate. Lastly, the Amber, Vanilla, White Musk, White Chocolate Accord, and Sandalwood base notes wrap the perfume in a sensual, warm hug. This final phase of the scent lingers, much like the tension of uttering the words “I do” and the warmth of knowing that forever is just ahead. The scent is crafted with purpose, intensely personal, and meant to be the scent equivalent of the engagement moment—thrilling, intensely romantic, and astonishingly memorable.

More Than a Perfume—It’s an Heirloom

With fast fashion and mass-market make-up, there isn’t much room for anything different and special to be found. Most of today’s fragrances have mass-market appeal to them, to be used by millions of people. Nearlywed, though, does not.

This scent is made in small quantities. It’s not an odor that you’ll be able to smell on every individual walking around the mall or at your favorite coffee shop. Instead, it’s yours—a signature scent that tells your deep appreciation story in a manner that other perfumes cannot.

What makes it even more unique is that you can personalize it. Susan and James Fragrances can engrave your designations, wedding anniversary date, or even a sincere letter of appreciation on the bottle—so it is a memento long after the last drop is spritzed.

And what do you do when the bottle is empty? It can be reused—either as a delicate bud vase on your bedside table or as a cherished memento of the months leading up to the most enchanting day of your life.

How to Make Nearlywed Part of Your Wedding Experience

Want to squeeze every last benefit from this one fragrance? We have some helpful tips on using Nearlywed within your wedding planning:

1. Wear It for Every Special Moment Make Nearlywed a part of your engagement celebration—your engagement party, wedding dress shopping, bridal showers, and nights on the town with your fiancé. This will make the connection between the fragrance and the memory all the stronger and more special.

2. Make it the Signature Fragrance of Your Wedding Coordination Wedding orchestrating is inundating, but with a scent that keeps you rooted to the thrill of the process and the bliss, every moment becomes a treasured recollection. Spritz it before every orchestrating session to make the experience all the more special.

3. Share It with Your Partner Getting one for your partner is a beautiful way of sharing the deep appreciation and exhilaration of your cumulation. Every time they get a whiff they will be reminded of the deep appreciation and thrill that they have with you.

4. Buy a Bottle to Share on Your Wedding Day and Anniversaries Even though Nearlywed is intended for proposal time, having a bottle to wear on your wedding day and anniversaries will remind you of all the feelings of this beautiful moment in your life.

Why Nearlywed Is a Must-Have for Every Bride-to-Be

If you’re still on the fence about whether Nearlywed is worth the addition to your engagement experience, consider taking a moment to think about this significant fact: Your engagement is a big milestone in your life and is worth celebrating with the same excitement and enthusiasm as the unforgettable day of your wedding.

A wedding perfume is a lovely and valuable tradition that many people cherish, but have you ever considered taking that special tradition and expanding it to include the entire journey to your momentous big day? Why not go the extra mile and create a sensory marker that holds and contains every single feeling, every significant milestone, and every joyful moment that you experience on the path to saying “I do”?

Your engagement is undoubtedly one of the most romantic and exciting periods in your life, filled with a whirlwind of emotions and beautiful moments, and Nearlywed offers you the unique opportunity to capture and preserve those feelings in the most intimate and heartfelt way possible. It is far more than just a mere fragrance; it embodies the essence of anticipation, the warmth of love, and the promise of forever being beautifully crafted and created.

As you begin this beautiful and life-altering journey that brings you, in the end, to your wedding day, let Nearlywed be the silent but unmistakably unforgettable chapter in your unique love tale. This is important because some things in life are meant to be savored and remembered not just by photographs, which last only a moment, but also by the poignant power of scent, which can transport you back to those special times.

Are you Prepared to Immortalize the Beautiful Story of Your Love Affair in a Charming Bottle?

Your engagement story is one-of-a-kind—so why shouldn’t your fragrance be, too? Nearlywed is so much more than just a simple perfume; it’s an eternal reminder of all the emotions, the sweet anticipation, and the pure bliss that so beautifully embody your special engagement. With every spritz of this beautiful fragrance, you get to relive again the enchanting magic of your genuine “Yes” moment, complete with the laughter shared, the stolen kisses exchanged, and the hopes of an eternity full of love and joy that you both share.

Available only at the internationally renowned Susan and James Fragrances, Nearlywed is carefully crafted to be your very own personal scent, exactly capturing the essence of this moment in your life. Whether you wish to commemorate the lovely feelings of being engaged or you’re on a quest to find that perfect gift that reflects the deep emotions of love and devotion, this stunning fragrance is the solution you’ve been seeking.

Don’t just remember your love—catch it and put it in a bottle.