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Once Upon a Time in America...
“New York” comes from the French fragrance house Parfums de Nicolaï. The owner, Patricia de Nicolai, is the niece of the renowned perfumer Jean-Paul Guerlain and has been running her own brand since 1989. Independent and free from the dictates or ideas of the fragrance industry, she loves to implement her own visions and thus does not follow trends or movements. She skillfully expresses the combination of tradition and modernity in her scents. Not least through the use of exclusive and natural ingredients, powerful and intense concentrations of the highest quality are created. The fragrance “New York” is considered a pioneer of her own line and is already a classic today…
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Equally a classic and pioneer of its genre is the film “Once Upon a Time in America.” Undisputedly a milestone in film history, Sergio Leone captured a gripping story on celluloid that begins in New York during the 1920s at the time of Prohibition. The story centers around friends Noodles and Max, who become increasingly entangled in a swamp of violence and crime through the illegal alcohol trade and other criminal activities.
If one were to olfactorily underscore this cinematic experience, the fragrance New York would be the perfect little potion…
New York possesses the potential of a classic, paired with a certain dose of nostalgia, while its cosmopolitan nature and charming characteristics offer a still-functioning and timeless fragrance DNA.
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In the wild 1920s, one dressed stylishly and elegantly to visit one of the many jazz clubs in Harlem or Manhattan. Dressed in a casual tuxedo, the determined man of the world applies the fragrance generously. After all, one wants to be noticed to celebrate exuberantly and extravagantly…
The opening delights with a wonderfully refreshing citrus note that appropriately envelops its wearer. The citrus is by no means overwhelming, as it is kept in check by a certain spiciness and subtle lavender note, cinnamon, and clove. This creates a hint of fougère - Très chic!
As the gentleman then makes his way to a “speakeasy,” the so-called “whisper bars” or “moonshine bars” of that time, the rugged moss has already taken the lead with its mild herbaceousness. In these “moonshine bars,” high-proof alcohol and beer were served during the time of alcohol prohibition in the USA. This was the basis of the roaring atmosphere of the 1920s…alongside cocaine and other intoxicants.
The oak moss continues to play a significant role, fixing the molecules and transforming the wearer into a distinguished gentleman. New York never appears too angular or harsh; rather, it gains a noble frame and softly elegant quality through fine woods.
Subordinate in nature, but still accentuating, accords of musk, beaver, and co. give the projection a certain “wild” facet, allowing for an intense night of celebration.
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However, New York also fits fantastically into the present and does not represent an outdated, but rather a contemporary old-school fragrance. The finely tuned aromas interact lightly and complement each other. Playfully and casually, the fragrance can be worn for almost any occasion, creating an overall pleasant aura without overwhelming or overpowering its surroundings. Good longevity is also a hallmark, as is an appropriate projection.
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“I’ve been to Paris, I’ve been to London, I’ve been to Rome, and I must say, there’s no other place like New York. It’s the most exciting city in the world.” (Robert De Niro)
Thank you for reading, remain loyal as always, and a big thank you again to Gentilhomme for the fine sample…
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Equally a classic and pioneer of its genre is the film “Once Upon a Time in America.” Undisputedly a milestone in film history, Sergio Leone captured a gripping story on celluloid that begins in New York during the 1920s at the time of Prohibition. The story centers around friends Noodles and Max, who become increasingly entangled in a swamp of violence and crime through the illegal alcohol trade and other criminal activities.
If one were to olfactorily underscore this cinematic experience, the fragrance New York would be the perfect little potion…
New York possesses the potential of a classic, paired with a certain dose of nostalgia, while its cosmopolitan nature and charming characteristics offer a still-functioning and timeless fragrance DNA.
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In the wild 1920s, one dressed stylishly and elegantly to visit one of the many jazz clubs in Harlem or Manhattan. Dressed in a casual tuxedo, the determined man of the world applies the fragrance generously. After all, one wants to be noticed to celebrate exuberantly and extravagantly…
The opening delights with a wonderfully refreshing citrus note that appropriately envelops its wearer. The citrus is by no means overwhelming, as it is kept in check by a certain spiciness and subtle lavender note, cinnamon, and clove. This creates a hint of fougère - Très chic!
As the gentleman then makes his way to a “speakeasy,” the so-called “whisper bars” or “moonshine bars” of that time, the rugged moss has already taken the lead with its mild herbaceousness. In these “moonshine bars,” high-proof alcohol and beer were served during the time of alcohol prohibition in the USA. This was the basis of the roaring atmosphere of the 1920s…alongside cocaine and other intoxicants.
The oak moss continues to play a significant role, fixing the molecules and transforming the wearer into a distinguished gentleman. New York never appears too angular or harsh; rather, it gains a noble frame and softly elegant quality through fine woods.
Subordinate in nature, but still accentuating, accords of musk, beaver, and co. give the projection a certain “wild” facet, allowing for an intense night of celebration.
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However, New York also fits fantastically into the present and does not represent an outdated, but rather a contemporary old-school fragrance. The finely tuned aromas interact lightly and complement each other. Playfully and casually, the fragrance can be worn for almost any occasion, creating an overall pleasant aura without overwhelming or overpowering its surroundings. Good longevity is also a hallmark, as is an appropriate projection.
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“I’ve been to Paris, I’ve been to London, I’ve been to Rome, and I must say, there’s no other place like New York. It’s the most exciting city in the world.” (Robert De Niro)
Thank you for reading, remain loyal as always, and a big thank you again to Gentilhomme for the fine sample…
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I don’t agree at all with paragraphs 2 and 3, though, because I associate the film "Once Upon a Time in America," one of my favorite movies, with completely different things. The film thrives on the scenes in Chinatown and the opium dens, the smoky criminal underground scene. So I have a different scent for that ;)
Interesting to get a closer look at the scent.
Awesome movie....
I just think Rome is the most amazing city.
Another wonderfully informative and entertaining review from you. :)
I first tried it in the early 1990s, and back then, just over 20, it was a no-go for me... now, 30 years later, I love it....
And - as always - you're very welcome! 😊