Brown Girl Jane’s High Tea: Is This the Chicest Dessert You Can Wear?
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All About Brown Girl Jane
Let me put it plainly: Brown Girl Jane is a brand worth standing beside. Founded by incredibly visionary women Malaika Jones Kebede and her sister Nia Jones this Black- and woman-owned fragrance house is as much about heart as it is artistry. You might know them from their #BrownGirlSwap initiative (in partnership with SheaMoisture), a brilliant program designed to fund, uplift, and empower Black-owned wellness and beauty brands through grants, mentorship, summits, and visibility-building opportunities. Read the Allure article here
Now, onto the fun stuff: the collection! Brown Girl Jane crafts fine, clean, and vegan fragrances inspired by destinations, emotions, and experiences. Some standout signatures include Carnivale, Carousel, Casablanca, Casino, Lamu, Chalet and, of course, the star of today's show High Tea. They also offer body mists, travel sprays, gift sets, and discovery sets for sampling.
Girl, let me just say: I'm beyond thrilled to support a brand that's Black-owned, woman-run, clean, cruelty‑free, and ethically sourced. These ladies are changing the game and I'm here for it!
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Getting the “HIGH TEA” on Brown Girl Jane High Tea. What does she smell like?
Notes & Scent Profile
High Tea is an absolutely decadent, warm gourmand perfume that takes you straight to a luxe bakery infused with chai flair.
Top notes: French madeleine, pink chai, macaron
Heart notes: orange-flower water, fresh freesia, whipped milk
Base notes: warm sandalwood, amber, biscotti
In essence, it opens with soft pastry vibes and aromatic spices, softens into a creamy floral heart, and dries down to a cozy, amber-woody comfort with a hint of sugar—like basking in a quiet, elegant brunch.
Fragrantica rates it a warm‑floral gourmand created by perfumer Honorine Blanc, just launched in 2025. The scent balances buttery pastries, spices, florals, and cozy wood tones.
Some user feedback sums it up beautifully:
“High Tea opens like golden hour in a sun‑drenched garden party… warm milk (light, soft, and nostalgic… think more whipped cream than whole milk)… Amber and sandalwood wrap you in a creamy warmth that feels like Sunday morning in silk pajamas."
Projection & Longevity
On me, High Tea absolutely shines! The projection is beautiful noticeable without being overwhelming, with just the right balance of presence and elegance. People catch whiffs when I walk by, and I’ve had compliments hours after applying.
The longevity impressed me even more. I easily get a solid 5–7 hours of wear, with the dry down clinging softly to my skin and clothes well into the evening and next day. It starts strong and then melts into a cozy, intimate aura that feels like luxury wrapping around me all day. For me, this is a high-performing fragrance that feels worth every spritz.
Overall Feel
High Tea is indulgent yet sophisticated, like slipping into a chic satin robe while sipping something sweet and spiced. It has that luxe gourmand vibe without tipping into “too much” just buttery, floral, warm goodness that evolves beautifully over time.
This frangrance is a mood. Cozy, confident, and oh-so elegant. For me, it’s easily a 10/10 on projection, longevity, and overall vibe.
Watch my review of "High Tea"
Below is my talk-through video where I unpack High Tea live: first spray, how it evolves on my skin, when I wore it out, and what moods it brings up. Come hang as I gush, sniff, and sip imaginary tea in real time not just review, but vibe with it.
Where to Find High Tea
Ready to make space on your vanity? You can pick up High Tea at:
Brown Girl Jane’s official website (they carry full-size, travel sprays, and discovery sets)
Sephora, online or in-store—ratings hover around 4.7/5 from plenty of fragrance fans
TikTok Shop, where it's often stocked for easy one-click purchase (just check for availability on your “For You” page or the brand’s profile) Grab it right now for 20% off
Is High Tea unisex?
Absolutely! Even though they do lean more feminine many of their fragrances, including High Tea, could be worn by anyone. If you are someone who loves cozy gourmand and florals you can rock it with confidence
How long does High Tea last and how strong is the projection?
It offers moderate longevity (about half a day) and gentle projection perfect if you prefer something intimate rather than overpowering
What's that “clean” branding I see?
Brown Girl Jane is proud to be clean, vegan, cruelty-free, paraben-free, and phthalate-free crafted with ethically-sourced, skin-safe ingredients.
Why support Brown Girl Jane?
Because you’re not just buying a scent you’re lifting up a brand founded and led by Black women who infuse empowerment, artistry, and ethical values into every bottle. They’re literally rewriting the beauty narrative. (Also, your vanity deserves a pink luxe bottle, let’s be real.
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