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04/13/2013
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A unisex, creamy woods and musk scent
Belle du Soir by Le Labo is one of those fragrances that you could potentially call obscure. Every wearing seems to differ from the last, so it has been quite a task for me to formulate my opinions in order to give it a fair review. I promise I will try my very best to describe how Belle du Soir smells to my nose.
One thing that can be said of Belle du Soir, is that it is continuously smooth and balanced. It opens a little masculine at first, with rich and forest-like woodsy accords. To me it smelt a little bit like a deodorant that my father had used in the past. That's not to say it's a bad scent, but as every daughter would understand, it is a little off-putting to smell like your Dad. For most of my first wearing, it was a really masculine scent on my skin, one that I really couldn't see myself wearing with ease. The following day however, I gave it another chance.
On the second day of wearing Belle du Soir, I noticed a slight creaminess and a more feminine texture to the composition. The sandalwood really shone through in the heart, reminding me a little of Sensuous by Estee Lauder. Slightly buttery gardenia can also be smelt if you inhale deeply. I was pleased to discover a more feminine side to Belle du Soir.
I don't entirely agree with this fragrance being marketed as 'spicy'. It's more like a blend of creamy woods and musk to my nose. Chant de Bois on the other hand, is what I'd call spicy.
I still think I'd prefer Belle du Soir on a man's skin, but for what it's worth, I do enjoy wearing this from time to time. I find its complexity intriguing and somewhat mysterious, even more pleasing is its ability to suit both genders. Sherapop was right, this is a rather androgynous perfume, and I like it for that reason.
It's a bit different from what Le Labo usually creates. It's a lot more settled and relaxed, if you know what I mean. Belle du Soir tends to wear you, rather than the other way around.
The longevity is great, and the sillage is what I'd call moderate. There's no disputing that Le Labo delivers in terms of quality. Belle du Soir is something that won't appeal to everyone, despite its likable nature. I suggest trying the whole range, before deciding on which one is best for you.
One thing that can be said of Belle du Soir, is that it is continuously smooth and balanced. It opens a little masculine at first, with rich and forest-like woodsy accords. To me it smelt a little bit like a deodorant that my father had used in the past. That's not to say it's a bad scent, but as every daughter would understand, it is a little off-putting to smell like your Dad. For most of my first wearing, it was a really masculine scent on my skin, one that I really couldn't see myself wearing with ease. The following day however, I gave it another chance.
On the second day of wearing Belle du Soir, I noticed a slight creaminess and a more feminine texture to the composition. The sandalwood really shone through in the heart, reminding me a little of Sensuous by Estee Lauder. Slightly buttery gardenia can also be smelt if you inhale deeply. I was pleased to discover a more feminine side to Belle du Soir.
I don't entirely agree with this fragrance being marketed as 'spicy'. It's more like a blend of creamy woods and musk to my nose. Chant de Bois on the other hand, is what I'd call spicy.
I still think I'd prefer Belle du Soir on a man's skin, but for what it's worth, I do enjoy wearing this from time to time. I find its complexity intriguing and somewhat mysterious, even more pleasing is its ability to suit both genders. Sherapop was right, this is a rather androgynous perfume, and I like it for that reason.
It's a bit different from what Le Labo usually creates. It's a lot more settled and relaxed, if you know what I mean. Belle du Soir tends to wear you, rather than the other way around.
The longevity is great, and the sillage is what I'd call moderate. There's no disputing that Le Labo delivers in terms of quality. Belle du Soir is something that won't appeal to everyone, despite its likable nature. I suggest trying the whole range, before deciding on which one is best for you.
