Mon Numéro 10 L'Artisan Parfumeur 2009
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A Touch Of Spice
Where to start, and to sound objective. The main issues I see here are the price and the perfume oil quality. This is wearable, enjoyable, and has its fans. For a brand often coined as the first niche house in the world, we have to set our expectations higher than usual. Half-baked work means mediocre results, and there is no other way to say it here. I don’t care who the perfumer is or whose house fragrance comes from when I evaluate fragrances. My small 30ml bottle will stay with me until I finish it, and the chance of me ever repurchasing it is zero.
TOP NOTES
The fragrance opens up with a unique accord that has been described in various ways. Some have described the fragrance as smelling like stewed fruits in liqueur, while others compare it to the scent of Cherry Cola. I would ignore the note listing and try not to search for every little piece inside since it is not as complex as the ingredients suggest. The top notes have a fizzy, spicy effervescence dominated by makeup-smelling aldehydes, cinnamon, and cold-pressed cardamom.
HEART NOTES
At its heart, the fragrance embarks on a continued olfactory journey marked by a dynamic interplay of notes, contributing complexity and depth to the overall olfactory experience. The initial spiciness and aldehydes harmonize with a fusion of churchy incense and white musk. These carefully selected notes and accords define the fragrance’s distinctive sweet, spicy oriental warmth, particularly suitable for colder seasons. The pinnacle of this scent unfolds in the dry-down, showcasing Duchaufour’s skillful blending.
BASE NOTES
Based on the provided notes, the dry-down is not underwhelming but safe. I would have appreciated a more detectable animalistic aspect to elevate the fragrance beyond its current presentation. The sweet, incense, aldehydic journey concludes with a fusion of vanilla and semi-sweet tonka beans. Considering the mention of a leather accord in the heart and base notes, one would expect a more pronounced leather presence. The fragrance exudes a slight air of mystery but remains tame, catering to those who prefer not to wear edgy niche perfumes.
OVERALL
The fragrance is durable without overpowering, and the bottle design is visually impressive, featuring an unusual aldehyde note rarely seen in oriental perfumes. Questionable value for money raises considerations for potential buyers, and the unequivocal statement that I won’t repurchase it after the bottle is finished encapsulates my overall sentiment.
Read the full review at scentgrail.com
TOP NOTES
The fragrance opens up with a unique accord that has been described in various ways. Some have described the fragrance as smelling like stewed fruits in liqueur, while others compare it to the scent of Cherry Cola. I would ignore the note listing and try not to search for every little piece inside since it is not as complex as the ingredients suggest. The top notes have a fizzy, spicy effervescence dominated by makeup-smelling aldehydes, cinnamon, and cold-pressed cardamom.
HEART NOTES
At its heart, the fragrance embarks on a continued olfactory journey marked by a dynamic interplay of notes, contributing complexity and depth to the overall olfactory experience. The initial spiciness and aldehydes harmonize with a fusion of churchy incense and white musk. These carefully selected notes and accords define the fragrance’s distinctive sweet, spicy oriental warmth, particularly suitable for colder seasons. The pinnacle of this scent unfolds in the dry-down, showcasing Duchaufour’s skillful blending.
BASE NOTES
Based on the provided notes, the dry-down is not underwhelming but safe. I would have appreciated a more detectable animalistic aspect to elevate the fragrance beyond its current presentation. The sweet, incense, aldehydic journey concludes with a fusion of vanilla and semi-sweet tonka beans. Considering the mention of a leather accord in the heart and base notes, one would expect a more pronounced leather presence. The fragrance exudes a slight air of mystery but remains tame, catering to those who prefer not to wear edgy niche perfumes.
OVERALL
The fragrance is durable without overpowering, and the bottle design is visually impressive, featuring an unusual aldehyde note rarely seen in oriental perfumes. Questionable value for money raises considerations for potential buyers, and the unequivocal statement that I won’t repurchase it after the bottle is finished encapsulates my overall sentiment.
Read the full review at scentgrail.com