Doraphilia Miguel Matos 2019
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Grandma, is that you?
It's rare for a modern-day release to capture the essence of vintage fragrances. Doraphilia is bold, transportive and should be considered as a tribute to the golden age of perfumery. Miguel Matos went out of his way to make sure it smells oldschool.
Don't expect a typical leather perfume. In fact, all of the aspects you would associate with women's leather goods - be it leather handbags, jackets or pants - play an important role. Soapy aldehydes, powdery florals, an absurd amount of civet... at times, it really feels like sifting through your grandmother's closet.
While aldehydes manage to sparkle some brightness, the scent is civet-forward and pissy. This gradually recedes into a pleasant, musky, warm undertone, but the opening isn't for the faint of heart. That said, the lush flower bouquet is even more intense. It manages to smell both dated and incredibly beautiful.
Other than powderiness, narcissus and lilac bring green, indolic nuances. Add a honey-like mimosa and a musty, spicy patchouli to the mix and you're in for a wild ride. There's a soft, but present leathery undertone, accompanied by earthy, furry and mossy facets, making it perfectly wearable for the male population.
Doraphilia lives up to its name and pays a kinky homage to fur, leather and chypres. If you aren't familiar with Miguel's products, go easy on the trigger. Somehow, it fills a room and lingers in the air, sticks to clothes like glue and curses you with a pissy, floral aura.
Don't expect a typical leather perfume. In fact, all of the aspects you would associate with women's leather goods - be it leather handbags, jackets or pants - play an important role. Soapy aldehydes, powdery florals, an absurd amount of civet... at times, it really feels like sifting through your grandmother's closet.
While aldehydes manage to sparkle some brightness, the scent is civet-forward and pissy. This gradually recedes into a pleasant, musky, warm undertone, but the opening isn't for the faint of heart. That said, the lush flower bouquet is even more intense. It manages to smell both dated and incredibly beautiful.
Other than powderiness, narcissus and lilac bring green, indolic nuances. Add a honey-like mimosa and a musty, spicy patchouli to the mix and you're in for a wild ride. There's a soft, but present leathery undertone, accompanied by earthy, furry and mossy facets, making it perfectly wearable for the male population.
Doraphilia lives up to its name and pays a kinky homage to fur, leather and chypres. If you aren't familiar with Miguel's products, go easy on the trigger. Somehow, it fills a room and lingers in the air, sticks to clothes like glue and curses you with a pissy, floral aura.