Thanks for the reminder.
Thursday, June 12 is Accountabilibuddies! in the Lather Games. Does anyone want to do a quasi-BVWSC shave, or does everyone already have their LG roster filled out?
Maybe we could settle on a scent that at least a few of us already have on hand to avoid post office delays.
🧹🧙Witchcrafts Wednesday: Lycanthropy 🐺 🌝
It's a bittersweet goodbye to the brand that first introduced me to the world of artisan wetshaving through Desairology. The unique scents from SW will always hold a special place in my shave den.
I’m truly happy to see Courtney and Stephen following their passions, and wish nothing but the best for them. They'll definitely be missed!
Mar 9, 2025 - MM25: Talent Soap Factory
This is the exact setup that I used a year ago today for March Madness 2024.
Areffa Soap - Phantom of Kyiv
Top: hazelnut, lemon, orange, lime
Heart: cedar, clove, rose, lily of the valley
Base: oak, pine, patchouli, eucalyptus
Feb 19, 2025 - BVWSC SLS - Dragonsbeard
February's BVWSC sample generously came courtesy of @gcgallant@sub.wetshaving.social, who has selected some top tier soaps for us to try. This month's selection is no different. Dragonsbeard is a warm, woody exploration of oud, and I thoroughly enjoyed the shave.
Jan 15, 2025 - BVWSC January 2025 Edition
Excellent scents all around! This was a very enjoyable BVWSC shave from a new-to-me artisan, generously provided by @gcgallant@sub.wetshaving.social.
Los Jabones de Joserra Noir is the clean-shaven, dapper, three-piece suit wearing, quietly aloof, socialite brother of the Carhartt-wearing, shaggy-haired, unruly-bearded, wilderness-loving, overly affectionate brother that is Dirtyver.
Suffice it to say that Dirtyver overpowered LJdJ's Noir, but Noir is an easy to use, well crafted scent that I'm now very tempted to introduce to my den.
Jan 3, 2025 - Fougère Friday: Florentine Fern
Another excellent shave with a great fougère offering from CB.
Nov 15, 2024 - Fougère Friday - Prom King
Happy Friday!
Oct 22, 2024 - Tea Tuesday - Jasmine Retreat
I know that @gcgallant@sub.wetshaving.social, @walden@sub.wetshaving.social, and @PorkButtsNTaters666@sub.wetshaving.social have received their Old Strathcona smushes.
I just wanted to make sure that @whosgotthepudding@sub.wetshaving.social, @DaveWave94@sub.wetshaving.social, and @djundjila@sub.wetshaving.social received one as well. I can't remember if you already sent me something.
AA24 - Day 14
Brush: Zenith Multi-Color (2006 XSE) 21mm Unbleached Boar Knot
Blade: Gillette Platinum [14]
Lather: Stirling Soap Co. - Varen - Soap (Mutton Tallow)
Post Shave: Spearhead Shaving Company - Seaforth! Heather - Toner
Fragrance: Spearhead Shaving Company - Seaforth! Sea Spice Lime - Eau de Toilette
Tags: $ShepherdsofStirling $RawHoggin $Discord
Heather and SSL pair together very well, so I wanted to see if Varen worked with them also. 👍
May 21, 2025 - Buena Vista Wetshaving Social Club
I haven’t exactly been on top of my shaving posts this month, as life got a bit in the way, but I definitely didn’t want to miss out on this round of BVWSC. A big thank-you to @walden@sub.wetshaving.social for generously donating APR’s Raconteur to the mix. It’s always an honor to showcase something from a maker whose work has become a bit of a legend in the Wetshaving world.
My APR experience is limited, mostly because I was still fumbling with my first safety razor when Dan's masterpieces were in full swing. But every one I’ve tried has been a knockout, and Raconteur is no exception. It’s a wild, animalistic ride through smoky leather, spicy cedarwood, and a hint of civet that keeps you guessing. Complex, dynamic, and unmistakably APR.