BAY AREA SCENT COLLECTIVE
(BASC)
Come for the scents. Stay for the vibes.
Come for the scents. Stay for the vibes.
Bay Area Scent Collective (BASC) is a curated fragrance community built for perfume lovers across the Bay Area. We bring together scent enthusiasts for exclusive in-person experiences, from perfume making classes and brand collaborations to scent swaps and intimate gatherings.
Membership is always free. Experiences are always unforgettable.
Come for the scents. Stay for the vibes.
WHAT WE'RE ABOUT
Our vibe: welcoming, fun, and community-led.
Our mission: build a local fragrance community that connects online conversation with real-life experiences.
In BASC, we:
Meet up monthly for structured, elevated fragrance centered events with local olfactory enthusiasts (hey frag fam!)
Discover and support Bay Area fragrance spaces (boutiques, pop-ups, events)
Learn about scent (notes, performance, layering, seasons, occasions, etc.)
Share honest reviews (no pressure, no snobbery)
WHO THIS GROUP IS FOR
BASC is for you IF you:
Love smelling good and want to learn more
Want fragrance friends to talk to beyond “this smells good”
Like trying new scents and sharing opinions
Want to attend local meetups when you can
Enjoy respectful discussion (not drama)
This group is also inclusive of ALL GENDERS because scent is for everybody!
WHAT TO EXPECT
We host a signature meetup each month, along with special collaboration events throughout the year. Every experience is intentionally structured, so it’s never awkward, and connections happen naturally.
Our signature meetup format includes:
Warm welcome + guided intro
Scent Circle: a shared discovery experience where we explore and discuss fragrances together
Spotlight Feature: a curated focus on a fragrance house/brand, perfume, or category (this may include a theme, guest, or special showcase)
Declutter or Swap Station: bring gently used fragrances to sell or swap (optional)
Social time to connect, take photos, and vibe with fellow fragrance lovers
Select events may also include:
Boutique partnerships and curated scent tours
Hands-on workshops and perfume-making classes
Guest speakers
Giveaways, raffles, and exclusive attendee perks
Monthly Meetups
Social Media
Join our Facebook Group for active discussion and follow us on Instagram and Tiktok. You’ll see:
Discussion prompts (easy to answer, fun to post)
Community recs (date-night scents, office-safe scents, compliments, etc.)
Layering and routine tips
“What are you wearing today?” threads
Mini challenges (ex: 5-day scent theme week)
Expectation: Members should engage at least once a month - comment, react, or post! We want to hear from you!
Newsletter + Announcements
UPCOMING EVENTS
Sunday, April 26th | 1:00pm - 5:00pm
If you’ve ever wanted to make your own perfume… this is your moment 👀✨
We’re bringing you a hands-on perfume making experience with THE Loreto Remsing from L'Aromatica where you’ll create your own custom scent, vibe out, sip a little something, and connect with other fragrance lovers. This class will also include a free giveaway of 1 full size bottle from Loreto's collection.
This is not just a class… it’s an experience.
$145 per person | Limited capacity of only 20 seats.
BASC VALUES & PARTNERSHIPS
We’re building a community that is:
Inclusive: all genders, all budgets, all levels
Local: Bay Area centered
Engaged: conversation + participation
Elevated: quality experiences
Respectful: always
Want to host BASC at your venue or collaborate on an event?
We partner with boutiques, wine bars, restaurants, and event spaces for curated scent experiences. Contact us at readsprayslay@gmail.com to connect!