I realised I do not have a tuberose-centric scent in my collection. 51 bottles and not even one. Tuberose is the new rose and Eclat de Tubereuse caught my eye. Not only because of the tuberose note but thanks to other supporting players in the fragrance like sandalwood and cardamom. I love both.
I know that tuberose can get tricky. It can get either too indolic and strong, or sweet and bubbly-gummy, or bright and green. The flower here is waxy and green. It is well mixed with sandalwood which makes the scent creamy. A small dosage of cardamom ads warm spices but to be honest the cardamom note is barely detectable.
Eclat de Tubereuse is a grown up tuberose perfume reminiscent of the discontinued Truth or Dare by Madonna. I actually miss that scent, so I am happy I have picked up this beauty by Atelier Cologne. Ladies, if are over 35, do not be scared of this bold charming sophisticated floral. Spray sparingly and let the magic happen.
Eden-Roc is a fairly new fragrance from 2021. We are talking about the super expensive private collection by Dior. The perfume bares the name of hotels along the French riviera the Hotel du Cap-Eden Roc. They charge 1350usd per night, just saying. The hotel itself is lush and romantic; in other words, a true paradise on Earth but, of course, depends on what is your view of paradise.
The fragrance is very different to anything I have smelled before. Mineral. Lavish. Stylish. Where is my mind? I don’t know. Blown miles away. It is perfect. You wear this fragrance to impress old money. You are not fooling around. You want to marry and you want to marry well.
To cut the crap about old money, Eden-Roc is a fresh summer cologne done in a unique yet slightly corporate way. There are salt, mineral notes, coconut, pine tree, leaning slightly masculine. It is perfection which can be interestingly perceived as boring to some.
Very Good Girl Glam by Carolina Herrera Woody Floral Quentin Bisch, Louise Turner, Shyamala Maisondieu
Very Good Girl Glam is a dauntless and opulent olfactory structure. There is a lot in common with the original bright red stiletto of Very Good Girl but also a few nuances where VGG and VGGG differ. Both of the fragrances are tart and sweet at the same time yet VGGG is more profound and woodier. While Very Good Girl is teasing and lively, Glam is hot and glamorous. It goes more in the sassy direction of Hypnotic Poison by Dior.
We can find sour cherry and almond at the top, rose and lily in the heart, and the base is composed of bourbon vanilla and vetiver. The difference between the two is much more noticeable when the perfume dries down. It is when Glam becomes snuggly and carnal whereas the original one stays young in heart and less serious.
I am a fan of the original Very Good Girl and so as of Very Goog Girl Glam. There are times when both scents can come across little bit cheap and artificial but still, they are both worth having in your collection, especially if you do not want to go niche.
Amyris Femme is my first experience with the own maison of Mr. Francis Kurkdjian. In my opinion, it is quite a linear scent. What you sniff at the beginning is what you get at the end. It is true that the citrus notes fade away, but just a little bit. It must be the courtesy of the note amyris (citrus like smelling) in the middle of the composition.
I appreciate it. The scent is full of joy, yet feminine and sophisticated. You can wear Amyris for a job interview. You give an impression that you are serious about the job but at the same time, you have a creative personality and kind mind. If you want some comparisons, I can give you My Way Armani, Coco Mademoiselle Chanel, Darcy Parfums De Marly. If I have to choose one , I pick Amyris. It is woodier than My Way, more unique than Coco at this point, and more playful than Darcy.
Although the price is “extreme”, it is the type of aroma you want to smell again and again. Amyris Femme is in my DNA. There is no ONE note I do not like. I especially enjoy the trio of orange, iris and vetiver.
Amyris is a playful elegance. When you want a serious scent but with an edge. 90/100
Aqua Universalis
Aromatic
Aqua Universalis is a unisex caress. I am blown away. It is an extremely pleasant and comfortable scent for a man and woman. It is citrus but not overly aggressive, even during the opening.
There is much more to it yet it is done in a very soft and intimate way. It is beautiful and airy lily of the valley and lemon together with musk and woodsy notes. Aqua Universalis can be compared to well known Light Blue by Dolce & Gabbana or the 90’s classic O D’Azur by Lancôme; however, Aqua is more refined and smooth. Ideal for hotter climates all year round. Great for work, lunch with friends, family picnic etc.
It is the final touch before you leave the house. It is a gentle stroke you get from your significant other. 100/100
Baccarat Rouge 540
Amber Floral
I can honestly say that I have not smelled anything like that before. Baccarat Rouge 540 has an undoubtedly unique aroma. It is a masterpiece combination of floral and wood, natural and artificial.
It is saffron, jasmine and artificially made animal ambergris that make the scent sexy and attractive. Fresh resin adds the sweetness and warmth to it. The longevity is eternal – it surpasses Creed and Kilian. I sprayed this in a room and I could not get rid of Baccarat for a month. I am not kidding! The projection is strong, you are going to leave a powerful trail behind. Although it has been advertised as a signature scent, I think it is TOO MUCH for everyday. Too loud, too exclusive, too expensive.
It is an occasion scent when you want to be seen. Is it your day? Do you have a birthday, wedding, promotion party? Then go for Baccarat Rouge 540 and you are going to shine.
Inviting woody amber. Olfactory pleasure when you are starring the show. 90/100
Oud Silk Mood
Woody Floral
Oud Silk Mood is my first experience with oud. It is a rare Middle-Eastern wood, recreated synthetically in most cases; used especially in male fragrances. I was quite skeptical about it, and my gut feeling was right.
The actual perfume Oud Silk Mood reminds me off Narciso Rodriguez for Him which I used to wear in my twenties. It is maybe shocking for some of you that I wore a male scent when I barely came off age; however, I liked it back then and I still think Narciso Rodriquez is magnificent. And even better! In a way, I find Narciso for Him more straight forward and less cloying than this. Oud Silk Mood sits quite dark and heavy on my skin – headache inducing.
Thinking of the unisex character of this aroma, I wound not fancy Oud Silk Mood on a man either. I am sorry, but this will be a pass for me.
One must like oud and strong woodsy scents to have a passion for Oud Silk Mood. 30/100
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