Casablanca Lily Byredo 2015

I admit I initially had my doubts about whether this small exclusive line from Byredo was worth it. Nevertheless, this fragrance had to be thoroughly tested; I was too curious. And what can I say, this is probably one of the most complex creations from the house.
I am not a big lover of tuberose and usually try to avoid it, but here it is so finely balanced that it is not only bearable but absolutely beautiful and complementary! It's amazing that I find myself praising the use of tuberose again. The entire creation is simply rounded, and it seems to me that this composition was not created in haste. The scent constantly oscillates between classic and modern, compelling one to sniff at their own wrist continuously. The plum is, in my opinion, clearly noticeable throughout the entire top and heart note. During the heart note, a play unfolds between jasmine, lily, and rose, which together smell like a €1000 flower bouquet. I don't really pick out the clove, but rather a steady, very gentle woody undertone that becomes more pronounced over the hours. One thing that always excites me is the progression of sweetness. The fragrance has a certain base sweetness, not too bold, rather well-measured. The first sweetness you perceive is a plum sweetness, and at some point, this sweetness subtly transforms into a honey sweetness that is quite atypical for honey. In the last hours, I perceive a kind of rosewood along with the aforementioned honey note. I see this fragrance for evening occasions, extraordinary events, and special moments. Too special to wear it just like that. The price alone makes this perfume hardly suitable as an everyday scent.
A commendable creation from Byredo!