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Paradis Perdu by Frapin

Paradis Perdu 2013

Callas
01/17/2014 - 07:02 PM
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For Connoisseurs

Basically, I could merge the comments from Cilly and Yalla, as different as the scent perceptions are here.
Cilly has described it wonderfully, and I can also understand Yalla's mental imagery of the musty aspect and the grave-like atmosphere, but I really like that.

The scent is wonderfully dry, musty lemon plus softly floral, very green but not prickly, delightfully woody. Musty, smoky, mossy-earthy, it slightly reminds me of cellar vaults. Paradise in the cellar? Hmm, how do I connect this now? "The name is meant to evoke the vineyards that surrounded the estate of the Cognac and perfume manufacturer family Frapin in the late 19th century, a paradise for aesthetes and connoisseurs." The Cognac is surely stored in the cellar.....

It smells of hay, soothing and spicy refreshing thanks to Ravensara (Camphor). So many impressions at once.

The scent is warm, transitioning from the initial bright green into the darkness of the forest, the earth.
It is close to the skin and lasts very well. It is now on my wish list. Thank you Nasowas.
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9 Comments
DefaultUserDefaultUser 2 months ago
You've described the journey and how to get back there very well :-)
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PaloneraPalonera 12 years ago
So far, every Frapin I've tested has stolen my heart in one way or another. Despite the incredible pyramid (spinach?!?!) it sounds like this paradise won't close its doors on me either...
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ParfumAholicParfumAholic 12 years ago
Oh no, I don't want to be a cellar dweller ;-) But I'm happy for you that you've found an unusual, but clearly wonderful treasure for yourself!!
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IngerInger 12 years ago
That sounds quite unique but still very tempting. I have to add that to my list! Thanks!
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Odeur23Odeur23 12 years ago
I needed 2-3 tries with this scent. That musty, moldy, earthy-mossy note initially put me off, but that later warm and green aspect ultimately won me over. Perfectly described! ;O)
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YataganYatagan 12 years ago
That sounds really exciting!
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ChypienneChypienne 12 years ago
Dear connoisseur, you’ve got me curious. This is going straight onto my watchlist; it sounds great.
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YallaYalla 12 years ago
Wonderful that someone can interpret the scent this way. Trophy from the grave.
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KirthiKirthi 12 years ago
Hmm...you've got me curious! Sounds like I might like it.. Pleaseee no ;)
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