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The more exciting "Sycomore"
I couldn't resist. The curiosity was just too great. So I ordered a sample set from Huitième Art. 11 fragrance samples for 31 euros including shipping costs: reasonable. However, I hadn't had the best experiences with Pierre Guillaume. So far, I've only tested two fragrances from his other brand called "Parfumerie Generale" (PG8 and PG10), and I didn't like either of them.
And to get straight to the point: Among the eleven fragrances from Huitième Art, most are average fare. There is also a total failure: Sucre d'Ébène. I've never smelled anything so disgusting before. At least nothing that is supposed to pass as perfume. I ended up burning the test strip with Sucre d'Ébène because otherwise, I would have vomited. And that's no exaggeration. Sucre d'Ébène is simply DISGUSTING. Almost a crime against humanity. Therefore, I give this dreadful creation 0 out of 100 possible points.
But now to the real star: Monsieur.
When I tested "Cuir de Russie" back then and only felt moderate enthusiasm, the saleswoman held a vial of another fragrance under my nose: "Sycomore. It's very popular with men. Nice and woody." She was right. I liked "Sycomore" immediately better than "Cuir de Russie." Unfortunately, there was a catch.
There are certain fragrances that, although you like them, quickly become "satiating." And that's exactly how it is (at least for me) with "Sycomore." In the first few minutes, it's still nice and interesting, but after five minutes, it becomes boring and, above all, too much of a good thing.
" Monsieur" is clearly the better, more exciting "wood scent" for me. Sometimes you smell more of the cedarwood, sometimes more of the vetiver. It was the same with "Sycomore." The biggest difference lies simply in the intensity. With "Monsieur," the volume is toned down, making it more wearable.
In short: If someone couldn't relate to "Sycomore" at all, they won't be happy with "Monsieur" either. However, if someone actually liked "Sycomore" but wished for a slightly subtler version, they might enjoy "Monsieur."
At least I like it significantly better. And yes, it will soon be part of my collection.
And to get straight to the point: Among the eleven fragrances from Huitième Art, most are average fare. There is also a total failure: Sucre d'Ébène. I've never smelled anything so disgusting before. At least nothing that is supposed to pass as perfume. I ended up burning the test strip with Sucre d'Ébène because otherwise, I would have vomited. And that's no exaggeration. Sucre d'Ébène is simply DISGUSTING. Almost a crime against humanity. Therefore, I give this dreadful creation 0 out of 100 possible points.
But now to the real star: Monsieur.
When I tested "Cuir de Russie" back then and only felt moderate enthusiasm, the saleswoman held a vial of another fragrance under my nose: "Sycomore. It's very popular with men. Nice and woody." She was right. I liked "Sycomore" immediately better than "Cuir de Russie." Unfortunately, there was a catch.
There are certain fragrances that, although you like them, quickly become "satiating." And that's exactly how it is (at least for me) with "Sycomore." In the first few minutes, it's still nice and interesting, but after five minutes, it becomes boring and, above all, too much of a good thing.
" Monsieur" is clearly the better, more exciting "wood scent" for me. Sometimes you smell more of the cedarwood, sometimes more of the vetiver. It was the same with "Sycomore." The biggest difference lies simply in the intensity. With "Monsieur," the volume is toned down, making it more wearable.
In short: If someone couldn't relate to "Sycomore" at all, they won't be happy with "Monsieur" either. However, if someone actually liked "Sycomore" but wished for a slightly subtler version, they might enjoy "Monsieur."
At least I like it significantly better. And yes, it will soon be part of my collection.
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Hektor 8 years ago
Jetzt erst gelesen, dafür aber gerne. Mir ging "Sycomore" nach anfänglicher Begeisterung auch auf die Nerven (wie übrigens auch Coromandel)... bei dem hier bin ich noch unschlüssig. Hilfreich und Pokal für dich!