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Don't be put off by the name!
What can you expect from a fragrance called Death & Decay? It’s better not to imagine it. This bold naming becomes more understandable when you know the complete motto of this year's release Volume 3 from Gorilla Perfume, which is Death, Decay & Renewal. Alongside death and decay, comforting renewal is also offered, representing the eternal cycle of nature.
At the temporary Gorilla Gallery in July 2014 in London, Death & Decay was impressively presented right at the beginning of the exhibition. One walked through a long dark corridor bathed entirely in red light (red light?), where the gaze fell upon white burning candles, white flowers forming the words Death and Decay, and a large classical amphora on a pedestal adorned with a bouquet of lilies. This scene was accompanied by beautiful sacred music and the enchanting scent of lilies. Olfactorily, thankfully, death and decay were not represented here, but rather the classic flowers associated with churches and funerals. Lush's intention to play with false expectations and instead offer something beautiful and comforting has succeeded here, allowing one to breathe a sigh of relief.
However, this lily scent is not entirely innocent. In addition to unnamed ingredients, Ylang Ylang, Damask Rose, Jasmine, and Tonka are listed, all of which are quite "sensual" ingredients. According to an employee of the Gorilla Gallery, the impression of lush lilies on the verge of tipping over is intended, but only just on the verge. I cannot confirm this somewhat negative aspect; for me, it remains a beautiful floral scent with a slight creaminess.
Death & Decay is not a pure "soliflore" lily scent, though. At first, I sense a similarity to lily of the valley, then definitely to jasmine. This can likely be explained not only by the jasmine oil used but also by the significant amount of the chemical fragrance compound Indole, which occurs in small quantities in natural jasmine oil. It is a polarizing fragrance compound that is also found in human sweat, and it requires precise dosing to be perceived positively. Fortunately, this has succeeded for me. Anyone who enjoyed the similarly indole-heavy jasmine scent "Lust" from Lush should definitely try Death & Decay.
That Death & Decay is only offered in a pipette bottle is something I, as a fan of spray bottles, do not consider a disadvantage this time. The scent is very long-lasting and so concentrated that one can also perfume generously in this way. However, it is only suitable for everyday wear with a sparing dosage.
So here at Gorilla Perfume, death and decay smell floral-sensual-opulent and very lively.
At the temporary Gorilla Gallery in July 2014 in London, Death & Decay was impressively presented right at the beginning of the exhibition. One walked through a long dark corridor bathed entirely in red light (red light?), where the gaze fell upon white burning candles, white flowers forming the words Death and Decay, and a large classical amphora on a pedestal adorned with a bouquet of lilies. This scene was accompanied by beautiful sacred music and the enchanting scent of lilies. Olfactorily, thankfully, death and decay were not represented here, but rather the classic flowers associated with churches and funerals. Lush's intention to play with false expectations and instead offer something beautiful and comforting has succeeded here, allowing one to breathe a sigh of relief.
However, this lily scent is not entirely innocent. In addition to unnamed ingredients, Ylang Ylang, Damask Rose, Jasmine, and Tonka are listed, all of which are quite "sensual" ingredients. According to an employee of the Gorilla Gallery, the impression of lush lilies on the verge of tipping over is intended, but only just on the verge. I cannot confirm this somewhat negative aspect; for me, it remains a beautiful floral scent with a slight creaminess.
Death & Decay is not a pure "soliflore" lily scent, though. At first, I sense a similarity to lily of the valley, then definitely to jasmine. This can likely be explained not only by the jasmine oil used but also by the significant amount of the chemical fragrance compound Indole, which occurs in small quantities in natural jasmine oil. It is a polarizing fragrance compound that is also found in human sweat, and it requires precise dosing to be perceived positively. Fortunately, this has succeeded for me. Anyone who enjoyed the similarly indole-heavy jasmine scent "Lust" from Lush should definitely try Death & Decay.
That Death & Decay is only offered in a pipette bottle is something I, as a fan of spray bottles, do not consider a disadvantage this time. The scent is very long-lasting and so concentrated that one can also perfume generously in this way. However, it is only suitable for everyday wear with a sparing dosage.
So here at Gorilla Perfume, death and decay smell floral-sensual-opulent and very lively.
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The lily scent is quite dominant. Great comment… Trophy for you!!!