Reflection Man Amouage 2007

Le Male? Ja, der Auftakt erinnerte mich sehr an Le Male. Diese blumige Kombination aus Rose und Jasmin, zusammen mit Moschus, erinnert mich an ein weißes Laken, ein sehr sauberes und duftendes, war das Bild, das mir in den Sinn kam.
Es ist ein gutes Parfüm, aber ich muss es noch ein bisschen länger tragen, um herauszufinden, ob es mir wirklich gefällt. Aber es ist noch weit davon entfernt, mich so zu verzaubern wie Memoir Man.

Scentrack
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What I like the most about the Reflection is a magnificent opening. Strong shot of piercing neroli. So substantial like a 3D wave, accompanied by a tangy, peppery note that evolves in mild chili and a touch of white flowers. In the background is an herbal note of rosemary that reminds me of my childhood by the sea. This rosemary is not strong, but a crucial note that saves Reflection from dullness. Unfortunately, as the composition progresses, it gradually loses the excitement of unexpected. A very dim, synthetic note of rose and something similar to cumin usher the flowery heart in the focus. The note of powdery and pallid iris, complemented with white flowers takes the game. The combo is not bad, but a little bit monotone, shrunken and more synthetic. The composition evolves eventually in more synthetic and thin base. Overly washed sandalwood, signs of Eastern amber in ppb concentration, cedar with just a touch of Iso E Super like a school wooden crayons. Like the olfactory pyramid is constructed upside down.

Rating: 8/10

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You never forget your first, right? And this was the first Amouage I ever tested on skin. It was in a mall, I was surprised they offered Amouage. Took a couple of sprays and I remember walking through the city feeling like a million bucks.

It’s floral yet it’s cool. It’s cold yet it’s inviting. It’s kind of synthetic yet it feels completely natural. The bottle’s aesthetics match the liquid perfectly.

If I was to classify this perfume I’d say that it’s more suited for special occasions, dressed up. I’m not a guy who dresses up a whole lot so it’s not for me, but I like it a lot. I even like it better than its more expensive brother Reflection 45 , which might be higher in concentration but seems to project less.

Close your eyes and imagine a cold, polished room of silver and chrome, where the air is heavy with a quiet, medicinal stillness.

As many of you know, scent often evokes a color for me. In Reflection Man, I see grey, silver, stainless steel, and chrome. On my skin, it is a bitter, melancholy fragrance. The bitter orange leaves and rosemary linger with a medicinal quality, while the ylang-ylang adds a touch of creaminess to the composition. It is exceptionally well-made, but to me, it feels deeply depressing and emotionally heavy. Perhaps it is a reflection of myself in the current moment?

The Vibe Chart
• Vibe: Melancholic, sterile, and emotionally heavy.
• Serendipitously Me: The way the bitter orange and rosemary turn medicinal on my skin creates a sharp, introspective mood that feels very personal right now.
• Status: Sampled and taking a pass.

Yours in fragrant living — Tony

Opens quite floral-forward with a bit of spice. As it dries down, the woody base appears but is quite subdued. Dries down powdery, but not overdone. Comes across a bit synthetic and also feminine. Unisex at best. Not impressed.

Longevity was good with mediocre sillage.

Also tested Reflection 45 which I found to be much better. I definitely suggest trying Reflection 45.