Style Jil Sander 2006

Originally, I wanted to write just a statement about Style. However, things got quite out of hand. What is this? At the start, there’s something citrusy, so far, so good. But then I smell wormwood, and I mean the drink. Cinzano Extra Dry, even the alcohol note is (almost) included. It’s been a long time since I tried that stuff. A - well, perhaps not exactly a childhood memory - but a scent and taste from late adolescence, even if the established drink doesn’t quite fit. Were you picky as teenagers?

Strange. After all, this is an original tester that I received (thank you very much!) from Pluto. Within the first three hours, my impression gradually fades; the bitter drink becomes sweeter. I realize that this is a new twist on magnolia combined with the other flowers for me. Wow. It really can do something. I’ve already had canned artichoke. And now this. Not exactly a nose-pleaser either. I am very surprised that such a thing hides behind the name Jil Sander.

The progression is ultimately much more conventional, thus more predictable and suitable for a brief description: From late morning, I perceive an amber-amber-vanilla mixture, initially characterized by subtle violet with a bit of fruit and a tiny hint of spice, aerated by iris and jasmine. By the afternoon, the flower, fruit, and spice diminish, along with originality. Nevertheless, quite pleasant, indeed rather feminine. This certainly doesn’t make a woman stand out anywhere. Unfortunately, one might say. The scent lasts about six to seven hours and is overall of a reserved nature.