Passion Arrogance 2015 Eau de Parfum

Passion starts with an orange note, which is designated as mandarin in the pyramid, accompanied by jasmine and orange blossom. However, the players of the top note only make a very brief appearance, barely able to unfold their full beauty as they are pushed aside by the tuberose.

The clear star and, in my opinion, the main actor is solely the tuberose. The clove holds it back and ensures that it does not come off as overpowering and loud, yet it does not steal the show. The clove supports, but remains rather in the background, thus contributing to the darker scent impression. A very successful combination that benefits the tuberose well.

The woods provide stability and depth. I can clearly identify cedar, and the cashmere wood is likely responsible for the warm component that I find positively striking. The very slightly animalistic note, which I mistakenly thought was musk, seems to be attributed to the amber.

Passion has a somewhat contemplative dreamy quality with a hint of melancholy for me. Nevertheless, it is a fragrance that, in my opinion, is not reserved for the evening, and I enjoy wearing it during the day when I feel like it, although not at temperatures above 30°.