Indigo (Extrait de Parfum) by Baruti

Indigo 2014 Extrait de Parfum

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11/04/2021 - 01:29 AM
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Indigo-Green

Indigo is actually associated with a shade between blue and violet or the similarly named blue dye that is originally derived from the Indian indigo plant. However, the shade that emerges when dyeing textiles with indigo tends to lean more towards green.

So far, so confusing. But this also fits with Baruti's Indigo, as I perceive it more in the color green. After all, when I sniff it, I get associations with plant sap, cucumber, and dill, as is also described in some statements.

At first, the Extrait de Parfum comes across as rather strict and bitter with a decent natural touch. I hardly perceive the rather sweet hyacinth; instead, I notice much more of the resinous tones with a delicate pistachio aroma from the mastic resin, along with the familiar subtly used incense and light wood.
All the other listed ingredients fade into the background or do not assert themselves.

This certainly seems absolutely ambitious and creative on Spyros Drosopoulos's part, but on the other hand, it is a bit exhausting. Of course - those who prefer something sweet will not necessarily be happy here.
Nonetheless, Indigo is a bit too special for me, although I sometimes do enjoy something more angular and natural. The scent is somehow likable, after all.

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7 Comments
PinkdawnPinkdawn 4 years ago
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I always find unusual scents interesting. Resin, woody notes, a bit of incense, and pistachio sound good. Cucumber and dill would be too much contrast for me here. I'd love to give it a try, though.
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ParmaParma 4 years ago
It does sound a bit exhausting, indeed.
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HasiHasi 4 years ago
Baruti's Tindrer is also so extraordinary and has been on my wishlist for a long time, but it comes with quite a hefty price for just a few ml. In terms of color, I would prefer another Indigo - Ombre Indigo - and the scent matches the color perfectly. And it's great.
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SchatzSucherSchatzSucher 4 years ago
I also count myself among those who like cucumber salad with dill, but I wouldn't want it as a perfume.
Still, Baruti is an interesting brand.
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PollitaPollita 4 years ago
Pistachio aroma, incense. This really appeals to me now.
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SerenissimaSerenissima 4 years ago
Now, woad or "German indigo," from which the dye is derived, is a large green perennial: maybe a bunch of it made its way into this creation?
I usually like strong green scents, but in this case, I’d probably prefer to steer clear.
But thanks for not thinking that way and for sharing your experience with us!
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Can777Can777 4 years ago
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I do like cucumber salad with dill. On the other hand, I wouldn’t necessarily want to smell like that!.. ;) I don’t think it would be for me..!
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