Amyris Femme
Woody Floral
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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