Egyptian geranium
Musk
Indian saffron
Woody notes
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White Rose
My predecessor (Naaase) has actually said everything and described White Saffron (WS) very aptly and in detail. So I am writing this comment mainly for myself and on the other hand to independently confirm the good assessment of the fragrance from another perspective. :-)
At the Kurfürsten Parfümerie Mannheim (which I can warmly recommend, by the way), I was introduced to WS and "Black Oud" from the same brand. I was surprised to find that WS had a significantly more pompous start. In comparison, Black Oud seemed almost tame. WS kicks off with a powerful burst of saffron; with a noise that makes you crave more. In the background, the actual players are already positioning themselves: rose and white flowers.
In the heart, that very rose dominates, accompanied by the white flowers that inspired the name. The saffron is a constant companion, but after its opening gala, it takes a step back. Together with a rather subdued amber, the two keep WS from being overly exaggerated in floral lightness. The rose also evokes in me the association of a slightly soapy undertone. However, this could ultimately just be due to the combination of rose and flowers.
In the drydown, WS is additionally and subtly supported by warming woods. I found the longevity to be good, without wanting to commit to an exact number of hours.
I have experienced White Saffron as a bright rose fragrance (in contrast to Amouage's "Lyric," which I remember as rather dark and heavy), very pleasant, by no means too cerebral or even artificial. The composition strikes me as elegant and gentleman-like, perhaps even a bit too well-mannered - at least I, as a fan of dark spicy incense calibers, have gained a bit of this impression from it.
Perhaps an ideal candidate for special days and events when one wants to stand out from youthful storm and stress and convey a somewhat more mature and positive impression - without wanting to judge any of these statements. Perhaps also simply an ideal companion for today - Valentine's Day.
PS: I rate the fragrance at only 70%, as I will hardly wear it myself, since it is simply too little dark and edgy for me. After the great spectacle of the top note, I expected a different progression. In this respect, it is a solid 70%, which objectively would probably be worth at least 80%.
At the Kurfürsten Parfümerie Mannheim (which I can warmly recommend, by the way), I was introduced to WS and "Black Oud" from the same brand. I was surprised to find that WS had a significantly more pompous start. In comparison, Black Oud seemed almost tame. WS kicks off with a powerful burst of saffron; with a noise that makes you crave more. In the background, the actual players are already positioning themselves: rose and white flowers.
In the heart, that very rose dominates, accompanied by the white flowers that inspired the name. The saffron is a constant companion, but after its opening gala, it takes a step back. Together with a rather subdued amber, the two keep WS from being overly exaggerated in floral lightness. The rose also evokes in me the association of a slightly soapy undertone. However, this could ultimately just be due to the combination of rose and flowers.
In the drydown, WS is additionally and subtly supported by warming woods. I found the longevity to be good, without wanting to commit to an exact number of hours.
I have experienced White Saffron as a bright rose fragrance (in contrast to Amouage's "Lyric," which I remember as rather dark and heavy), very pleasant, by no means too cerebral or even artificial. The composition strikes me as elegant and gentleman-like, perhaps even a bit too well-mannered - at least I, as a fan of dark spicy incense calibers, have gained a bit of this impression from it.
Perhaps an ideal candidate for special days and events when one wants to stand out from youthful storm and stress and convey a somewhat more mature and positive impression - without wanting to judge any of these statements. Perhaps also simply an ideal companion for today - Valentine's Day.
PS: I rate the fragrance at only 70%, as I will hardly wear it myself, since it is simply too little dark and edgy for me. After the great spectacle of the top note, I expected a different progression. In this respect, it is a solid 70%, which objectively would probably be worth at least 80%.
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