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04/09/2024
Elysium
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Elysium
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If you search with the subject “Ferré for men”, you will get two corresponding perfumes with that name, but completely disjoined from each other. I’m talking about Gianfranco Ferré for Man Eau de Toilette and Ferré for Men Eau de Toilette. The first is historical, perhaps the progenitor. It dates back to 1986 and was produced by Diana De Silva; it is a virile, opulent perfume, with very accentuated leathery and chypre features, typical of when oakmoss was allowed and used in profusion. In those years, Italian fashion designers could be counted on one hand, and Ferré was among them, along with Armani, Valentino, Krizia, Versace, and Gucci. The last one, however, dates back to 2006 and was the first produced from the collaboration with the ITF group; That trend of masculine perfumes influenced it with an androgynous and unisex impetus, lightened and softened by a generous touch of velvety and powdery flowers. If I had to trace its olfactory journey, I would place it among the non-linear, a perfume that opens with hints of lipstick, then moves on to those of baby talcum, and finally closes with a soapy musk accord. Lipstick-like, creamy, and buttery are the nuances perceived among the initials accords, however not as marked as in Dior Homme (2005).
The opening is initially fresh, green, fruity and citrusy, but elusive, and very ephemeral. The powdery notes of iris reach my nose clearly, initially used here in the form of leaves. The blend of iris leaves and lavender creates a soft, rounded, creamy scent. Unfortunately, I cannot taste the sweet and sour nuances of pineapple, not in a frank way as #Aventus taught us. The lipstick effect does not last long, so don’t be scared by this initial scent and don’t focus only on its opening. As announced at the beginning, Ferré For Men very quickly leaves behind the typical lipstick accords to move towards shades more similar to baby talcum, flowery, pink, which is very reminiscent of the smell of Felce Azzurra talcum powder.
The heart notes should be mostly floral, but not all flowers are perceived in the same way. For example, the rose is beautiful, clean, dry, not gelatinous, never opulent, mixed with the dusty root of the iris and the greenish reflections of the geranium. More calm, however, are the notes of orange blossom or jasmine, tamed here. Overall, the heart is powdery but never too slender towards the female gender. It maintains that sense of cleanliness, which gives a sensation of freshness to those who wear it or those who feel it up close. I must recognize that the master perfumer Pierre Bourdon knew how to mix several ingredients, maintaining the perfume at an elegant and light level, well-mannered, almost elusive and imperceptible.
Finally, a new movement brings the perfume towards musky scents. It is in this last phase that the animalic notes of oakmoss and white musk are felt. Now the soapy musk aspects predominate in the perfume. Woody notes are almost missing, added to prolong the duration, as are the earthy ones of vetiver and patchouli. Their presence must be infinitesimal compared to the quantities used for coumarins or musks. Despite the mix of vanilla and tonka, the cologne is never too sweet or nauseating, maintaining a soft and light profile. Yet, this bizarre perfume with feminine traits maintains a classic, elegant, discreet and masculine character to the core.
Ferré For Men is an intimate, discreet perfume, and is suitable for those events where you don’t need to be noticed or the centre of attention. It is a ceremonial perfume, perfect for the groom, for a private dinner, or a gallant event. Alas, on my skin it doesn’t shine in terms of performance. My sense of smell gets used to it too quickly and I lose track of it after a couple of hours. However, I like what it offers me during that period, it makes me feel good, and it gives me serenity. Its delicacy makes it suitable for any time of day, evening or night. it’s a perfume that smells of spring, and this is the best time to wear it. If you feel more comfortable wearing lighter perfumes that will appeal to you and only those close to you, similar to Dior Homme (2005) and Infusion d'Homme Eau de Toilette, you should try Ferre for Him.
I formulated my impressions based on a bottle I’ve owned since Nov 2015 (BC 11E14AH1, PD 2014-11).
-Elysium
The opening is initially fresh, green, fruity and citrusy, but elusive, and very ephemeral. The powdery notes of iris reach my nose clearly, initially used here in the form of leaves. The blend of iris leaves and lavender creates a soft, rounded, creamy scent. Unfortunately, I cannot taste the sweet and sour nuances of pineapple, not in a frank way as #Aventus taught us. The lipstick effect does not last long, so don’t be scared by this initial scent and don’t focus only on its opening. As announced at the beginning, Ferré For Men very quickly leaves behind the typical lipstick accords to move towards shades more similar to baby talcum, flowery, pink, which is very reminiscent of the smell of Felce Azzurra talcum powder.
The heart notes should be mostly floral, but not all flowers are perceived in the same way. For example, the rose is beautiful, clean, dry, not gelatinous, never opulent, mixed with the dusty root of the iris and the greenish reflections of the geranium. More calm, however, are the notes of orange blossom or jasmine, tamed here. Overall, the heart is powdery but never too slender towards the female gender. It maintains that sense of cleanliness, which gives a sensation of freshness to those who wear it or those who feel it up close. I must recognize that the master perfumer Pierre Bourdon knew how to mix several ingredients, maintaining the perfume at an elegant and light level, well-mannered, almost elusive and imperceptible.
Finally, a new movement brings the perfume towards musky scents. It is in this last phase that the animalic notes of oakmoss and white musk are felt. Now the soapy musk aspects predominate in the perfume. Woody notes are almost missing, added to prolong the duration, as are the earthy ones of vetiver and patchouli. Their presence must be infinitesimal compared to the quantities used for coumarins or musks. Despite the mix of vanilla and tonka, the cologne is never too sweet or nauseating, maintaining a soft and light profile. Yet, this bizarre perfume with feminine traits maintains a classic, elegant, discreet and masculine character to the core.
Ferré For Men is an intimate, discreet perfume, and is suitable for those events where you don’t need to be noticed or the centre of attention. It is a ceremonial perfume, perfect for the groom, for a private dinner, or a gallant event. Alas, on my skin it doesn’t shine in terms of performance. My sense of smell gets used to it too quickly and I lose track of it after a couple of hours. However, I like what it offers me during that period, it makes me feel good, and it gives me serenity. Its delicacy makes it suitable for any time of day, evening or night. it’s a perfume that smells of spring, and this is the best time to wear it. If you feel more comfortable wearing lighter perfumes that will appeal to you and only those close to you, similar to Dior Homme (2005) and Infusion d'Homme Eau de Toilette, you should try Ferre for Him.
I formulated my impressions based on a bottle I’ve owned since Nov 2015 (BC 11E14AH1, PD 2014-11).
-Elysium
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