10/24/2023
AlexCipri
2 Reviews
AlexCipri
1
One of my favorite releases of 2022
Ierofante is one of my top releases of 2022. I was looking forward to colder weather and a chance to fully wear it and properly experience it again. Ierofante is one of the winners of Art and Olfaction Awards in 2023 (independent category) and I think this is very well deserved. I am a fan of Luca Maffei creations so perhaps it makes sense I really like Ierofante too.
To my nose, Ierofane is a very smooth suede-dominant fragrance but with a very important twist that makes it unique: gasoline! I know many people who love the smell of gasoline, and I indeed can smell something very similar (but smoother!) to gasoline in this fragrance. As the fragrance opens, I can detect both the gasoline note and suede in equal amounts, and the overall experience is buttery and slightly sweet (but never leaning in the gourmand direction). I also want to mention that the gasoline note often reminds people of Dior Fahrenheit, but these fragrances are nothing alike. The note itself is very different, so do not expect to get hints of Fahrenheit here. Also, do not expect something too crazy or a novelty fragrance, this is a serious and well-blended fragrance.
On my skin, this fragrance does not evolve too much. Gasoline does dissipate a bit but sweet suede remains. Over time the fragrance becomes sweet and woody (probably because of the vetiver in the base), with hints of indistinct spices that I cannot pick out individually. I have days where I think this is a cozy and cuddly fragrance even though the notes might not indicate that, and other days where I feel like I need to wear a leather jacket with it.
The siage of the fragrance is moderate to strong and durability is great. I can feel it on my skin even after I come back from work so over 8 hours. And on clothes the entire day (and the suede element remains strong).
In conclusion - this is a unique fragrance for suede fragrance lovers who have already dived a bit deeper into niche fragrances and are not looking for a fragrance that will play nicely with everyone (gasoline might be tricky). It doesn’t remind me of any other fragrance I own or have tried so far. It’s not a fragrance for the office (I guess it depends a bit on the office, I definitely wear it to work), but might be better suited for other more relaxed occasions and colder weather (fall and winter).
My own opinion and score is 10/10. I love this fragrance, but I’m also sure not everyone will agree as it is a pretty unique offering.
To my nose, Ierofane is a very smooth suede-dominant fragrance but with a very important twist that makes it unique: gasoline! I know many people who love the smell of gasoline, and I indeed can smell something very similar (but smoother!) to gasoline in this fragrance. As the fragrance opens, I can detect both the gasoline note and suede in equal amounts, and the overall experience is buttery and slightly sweet (but never leaning in the gourmand direction). I also want to mention that the gasoline note often reminds people of Dior Fahrenheit, but these fragrances are nothing alike. The note itself is very different, so do not expect to get hints of Fahrenheit here. Also, do not expect something too crazy or a novelty fragrance, this is a serious and well-blended fragrance.
On my skin, this fragrance does not evolve too much. Gasoline does dissipate a bit but sweet suede remains. Over time the fragrance becomes sweet and woody (probably because of the vetiver in the base), with hints of indistinct spices that I cannot pick out individually. I have days where I think this is a cozy and cuddly fragrance even though the notes might not indicate that, and other days where I feel like I need to wear a leather jacket with it.
The siage of the fragrance is moderate to strong and durability is great. I can feel it on my skin even after I come back from work so over 8 hours. And on clothes the entire day (and the suede element remains strong).
In conclusion - this is a unique fragrance for suede fragrance lovers who have already dived a bit deeper into niche fragrances and are not looking for a fragrance that will play nicely with everyone (gasoline might be tricky). It doesn’t remind me of any other fragrance I own or have tried so far. It’s not a fragrance for the office (I guess it depends a bit on the office, I definitely wear it to work), but might be better suited for other more relaxed occasions and colder weather (fall and winter).
My own opinion and score is 10/10. I love this fragrance, but I’m also sure not everyone will agree as it is a pretty unique offering.
Nachoarg
