Number One Intense Nicolaï
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A Blockbuster
First of all: this was a blind purchase, as I thought to myself with the notes, it must appeal to me. I like the herbal note of Tagetes and also the crisp freshness of Galbanum.
Upon the first spray, my reaction was: "this smells like perfume." Interestingly, I had the same reaction with some scents from Nicolai. This is because the craftsmanship of the perfumes from this house transports me back to my childhood, as they remind me of some classics from the 80s. A vintage feeling arises... this is how adults smelled, especially on festive occasions, like perfume.
Well, after a few seconds, the shock of the perfume fades, and I perceive the Galbanum and also the blackcurrant in the top notes. I can't pick out Tagetes. Undoubtedly a well-made classic women's fragrance. However, I immediately wonder if such a rather feminine scent suits me.
The sillage is extremely strong; after the top notes settle, the full tuberose explosion hits me. I like tuberose, but here I find it very loud. And the image that comes to mind is of an elegantly dressed woman from a 40s film. I think of the classics by Billy Wilder and Frank Capra, envisioning a well-dressed Rita Hayworth standing in a noble setting, smoking a cigarette. The scent exudes effortless wealth without being ostentatious. Understated luxury.
But I have many questions piling up. When should I wear this? For what occasion? Too intense for work, and in everyday life as well. When I go out, it's usually to dance tango, and I wouldn't want to subject my dance partners to such a strong sillage. Hmmm. Should I just pass it on to my mother?
By now, I already feel overwhelmed by the tuberose.
Hours later. What is this? The scent knocks me over again, this time in a positive sense. A dreamy base of oakmoss and sandalwood spreads out, and it lasts and lasts. Even after the shower! this base is still on my arm.
I like it so much that I wait a bit longer before it moves from my collection to the souk or to my mother. But do I want to wait hours for it? Or shower? :) It definitely deserves a second test. A film-worthy performance for hours.
Upon the first spray, my reaction was: "this smells like perfume." Interestingly, I had the same reaction with some scents from Nicolai. This is because the craftsmanship of the perfumes from this house transports me back to my childhood, as they remind me of some classics from the 80s. A vintage feeling arises... this is how adults smelled, especially on festive occasions, like perfume.
Well, after a few seconds, the shock of the perfume fades, and I perceive the Galbanum and also the blackcurrant in the top notes. I can't pick out Tagetes. Undoubtedly a well-made classic women's fragrance. However, I immediately wonder if such a rather feminine scent suits me.
The sillage is extremely strong; after the top notes settle, the full tuberose explosion hits me. I like tuberose, but here I find it very loud. And the image that comes to mind is of an elegantly dressed woman from a 40s film. I think of the classics by Billy Wilder and Frank Capra, envisioning a well-dressed Rita Hayworth standing in a noble setting, smoking a cigarette. The scent exudes effortless wealth without being ostentatious. Understated luxury.
But I have many questions piling up. When should I wear this? For what occasion? Too intense for work, and in everyday life as well. When I go out, it's usually to dance tango, and I wouldn't want to subject my dance partners to such a strong sillage. Hmmm. Should I just pass it on to my mother?
By now, I already feel overwhelmed by the tuberose.
Hours later. What is this? The scent knocks me over again, this time in a positive sense. A dreamy base of oakmoss and sandalwood spreads out, and it lasts and lasts. Even after the shower! this base is still on my arm.
I like it so much that I wait a bit longer before it moves from my collection to the souk or to my mother. But do I want to wait hours for it? Or shower? :) It definitely deserves a second test. A film-worthy performance for hours.
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Nostalgic feelings! :-)