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A Fragrance for the Scottish Country Gentry
A generous sample of this fragrance arrived with Mamski's lavender hiking package. Had I read the fragrance pyramid beforehand, I would have probably set it aside as "not for me." Absinthe, patchouli, leather, and vetiver would have deterred me in combination. However, on a whim, I sprayed Aberdeen Lavanda on my skin without a prior "ingredient check" - thankfully.
My first association is a mild lavender liqueur with a slight green spiciness and menthol note. Not bad, but I would have preferred that in a glass rather than on my skin. Shortly thereafter, a lovely citrus note joins in - the kind that makes you think absolutely nothing of cleaning products. The green spiciness from the opening now reveals itself as rosemary, while the menthol note recedes to skin level (where it remains for quite a while).
Slowly, a non-sweet powdery note creeps in, initially a bit restrained, but becoming significantly more present with the blooming of the heart note. The flowers that serve as supporting actresses to the lavender are finely woven and never push themselves to the forefront, instead bringing something soft to the fragrance without dominating it.
Patchouli (together with the vetiver?) provides a damp, earthy touch, with no trace of mustiness in sight. The subtle leather note makes me think of fine, well-worn leather boots that get dampened by dew during a morning walk in the countryside.
Overall, I primarily smell a powdery and distinct lavender note. Closer to the skin, it shows a slightly herbaceous spiciness, but remains harmonious and light.
With Aberdeen Lavanda, I think of elegant country chic and refined understatement. I find it rather cool, fitting for a late summer or early autumn morning. Scientist wrote that the fragrance would suit the Scottish Highlands - I agree.
I perceive it quite well on myself - only after about three hours does it pull back a bit and remains well detectable on the skin for another two to three hours.
In hindsight, I am glad I sprayed it "unknowingly." Maybe I should do that more often. Aberdeen Lavanda won't be a wish list candidate for me - it's a bit too "sophisticated" for that - but I appreciate this testing opportunity. Thank you, Mamski!
My first association is a mild lavender liqueur with a slight green spiciness and menthol note. Not bad, but I would have preferred that in a glass rather than on my skin. Shortly thereafter, a lovely citrus note joins in - the kind that makes you think absolutely nothing of cleaning products. The green spiciness from the opening now reveals itself as rosemary, while the menthol note recedes to skin level (where it remains for quite a while).
Slowly, a non-sweet powdery note creeps in, initially a bit restrained, but becoming significantly more present with the blooming of the heart note. The flowers that serve as supporting actresses to the lavender are finely woven and never push themselves to the forefront, instead bringing something soft to the fragrance without dominating it.
Patchouli (together with the vetiver?) provides a damp, earthy touch, with no trace of mustiness in sight. The subtle leather note makes me think of fine, well-worn leather boots that get dampened by dew during a morning walk in the countryside.
Overall, I primarily smell a powdery and distinct lavender note. Closer to the skin, it shows a slightly herbaceous spiciness, but remains harmonious and light.
With Aberdeen Lavanda, I think of elegant country chic and refined understatement. I find it rather cool, fitting for a late summer or early autumn morning. Scientist wrote that the fragrance would suit the Scottish Highlands - I agree.
I perceive it quite well on myself - only after about three hours does it pull back a bit and remains well detectable on the skin for another two to three hours.
In hindsight, I am glad I sprayed it "unknowingly." Maybe I should do that more often. Aberdeen Lavanda won't be a wish list candidate for me - it's a bit too "sophisticated" for that - but I appreciate this testing opportunity. Thank you, Mamski!
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