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Aesthete by Le Galion

Aesthete 2015

Meggi
02/17/2019 - 02:25 PM
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9Scent 6Longevity 6Sillage 8Bottle

Nochmaaaaaaal!

With its noble, gently fruity-spicy start, I won't delve further. Nor will I discuss the slight cumin sweat that transitions into a leathery, yet by no means inelegant animalic note, quickly complemented by violet-leather with an initially distinctly gasoline-like undertone.

The fine inner tension between the noble-floral, bright violet-leather, which gives jasmine a charmingly feminine twist, and its animalic-sour counterpart, which is in turn cushioned by a balsamic touch, should also be mentioned briefly - albeit with great praise! - as it seems to be more stable than in some of Ellena's works.

For the sake of good order, it should be quickly added that 'Aesthete' unfortunately becomes increasingly dominated by bright wood (as from the 'Shams' corner) from early afternoon onwards, while the floral aspect recedes, although it remains perceptible until the end, ultimately accompanied by a hint of clean musk.

All of this is only a side note today; in any case, 'Aesthete' is not a fragrance that wants or needs to be dissected.

I prefer to focus solely on the transition from top to heart note. How the spice brews from the opening and then suddenly sends us on a journey towards leather with momentum is simply sensational. Like the moment after the highest point of a roller coaster or the second when the pilot accelerates. Or the moment when dad speeds up the swing or carousel at the playground. Nochmaaaaaaal!

The latter is, of course, fundamentally an inappropriate image; nothing about the fragrance is childish. 'Aesthete' is a perfume for the gentleman (or lady!) who perhaps reached for Heeleys' 'Cuir Pleine Fleur' during his storm-and-stress period and has now become more composed. Yet none of the lived experiences are forgotten; they have all deeply etched into the personality.

Great.

I thank Serenissima for the sample.
Updated on 02/17/2019
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17 Comments
ElAttarineElAttarine 5 months ago
Just found and read this: Brilliant description of this transformation! I love it!
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TorfdoenTorfdoen 7 years ago
I still find it challenging, but I want to take a few spins on this carousel from time to time.
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KovexKovex 7 years ago
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... and just like that... wishlist...
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PlutoPluto 7 years ago
Ah, I'll remember that, sounds wonderful. In general, all the Galions I know have been great.
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MetalfanMetalfan 7 years ago
It's a shame you can't hold onto the adrenaline rush. Well... maybe it's better this way.
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TaurusTaurus 7 years ago
I could totally like this ... :-)
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DOCBEDOCBE 7 years ago
I haven't been able to get into Le Galions so far, not even the Vetiver. But at least I recognize a perfume house in your review this time.
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PaloneraPalonera 7 years ago
That sounds incredibly aesthetic!
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ErgoproxyErgoproxy 7 years ago
Finally, you're testing a real perfume again! ;DD
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FlirtyFlowerFlirtyFlower 7 years ago
Violet leather sounds interesting! Trophy for you!
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YataganYatagan 7 years ago
Yes, it's good! I really like the brand overall.
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MisterEMisterE 7 years ago
I'll keep that in mind!
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KylesaKylesa 7 years ago
I thought it was nice too... even if it leans more towards the masculine side.
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Can777Can777 7 years ago
With Sang Bleu, my favorite from this label!
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SchatzSucherSchatzSucher 7 years ago
The scent must have really captivated you; 9s aren't that common for you ;-) But it wouldn't be for me; leather and animal notes aren't for my aging heart... I'm even happier for you!
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OhdeberlinOhdeberlin 7 years ago
Yes, it's really nice!
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BirdeeBirdee 7 years ago
The brand itself seems quite appealing.
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