For Her Narciso Rodriguez 2003 Eau de Toilette

Better late than never! Somehow, I had overlooked the black bottle so far, as I always reached for Poudree or Musc Noir Rose. Unfortunately, I find the fragrances from Narciso Rodriguez to be quite similar. I always thought that if you have one or two, you don’t necessarily need another one from the line.

Recently, I received a sample of this fragrance and tried it out. It was actually the first scent in the entire line that was not crafted in exactly the same pattern as the others. For me, it has a slightly older touch, but definitely in a good way. Upon spraying, you immediately notice that it is floral. But Osmanthus is truly something unique. This is not your typical floral scent. It smells more like a velvety flower, where you can’t quite tell what type of bloom it is. Somewhat bitter, woody, a bit peachy. And then comes this patchouli scent, which for me is the epitome of vintage. The whole thing is enveloped in amber and musk, giving it that freshness and bitterness. These notes blur the floral scent. It’s as if the lens of a camera is out of focus. A retro blend that doesn’t clearly reveal what you are actually smelling.

Because this perfume has such a mysterious, older touch, it definitely has charm. So far, it seems to be particularly well-received by older people. A scent that women from the 50s would probably have worn. I must say, it truly captures the spirit of the older generation. For me, it is a fragrance that is definitely a classic and will remain so.