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23 Janvier 1984 Pozzo di Borgo 2013

7.5 / 10 49 Ratings

A perfume by Pozzo di Borgo for women, released in 2013. The scent is green-fruity. It is still in production.
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Main accords

Green

Fruity

Fresh

Citrus

Powdery

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

Cardamom

Lemon

Petitgrain

Bergamot

Heart Notes

Fig

Iris

Coriander

Base Notes

Musk

Vetiver

Benzoin

Perfumer

Violaine Collas

Ratings

Scent

7.549 Ratings

Longevity

6.428 Ratings

Sillage

5.929 Ratings

Bottle

6.531 Ratings

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Reviews

4 in-depth fragrance descriptions

06/11/2022

8Scent

Susan
138 Reviews

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Susan

Helpful Review 8

Très charmant……

FIG is usually a fragrance note that I can't even tolerate in homeopathic doses…….and I ultimately wouldn't buy THIS scent…..

BUT: I might wear it….

Here, the fig is so excellently complemented that even fig detractors can dare to give it a try……

For example, there are the wonderfully fresh-citrus notes that immediately create a true counterbalance to the creamy fruit sweetness of the fig, thereby primarily expressing its creamy aspects….……

In this sense, the vetiver also integrates into the fragrance experience……its green-aromatic freshness is always present and keeps the scent from becoming overly sweet….

The iris is somewhat restrained but definitely noticeable…...especially in combination with coriander, it creates a beautiful, mild-spicy, and delicate powderiness without contributing sweetness itself……

Fortunately, the usual vanilla was not used for the base, but rather the distinctly more elegant benzoin…..

The pleasant lightness and tenderness of the scent is naturally provided by the musk……subtly accompanying the entire fragrance journey, it skillfully lightens the density of the “heavier” protagonists…..
23 JANVIER 1984 is a soft, gentle, and exceptionally flattering scent……Light green-creamy, delicately powdery, moderately sweet, and “très charmant”…..

10/04/2016

7.5Scent 8Longevity 7Sillage

Florblanca
1168 Reviews

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Florblanca

Helpful Review 6

Violaine Collas and the Cowardly Fig

Yes, this is also a beautiful Pozzo di Borgo. But, my dear predecessors, I must disagree with you. It is NOT the most beautiful fig scent! The most beautiful fig scent of all time remains the unfortunately completely disappeared "Méridienne" by Souleiado.

But back to January 23, 1984. January, as every child knows, is not the month for figs. Not even for fig blossoms.

In the opening, wonderfully citrusy with its three citrus components, the acidity is well tamed by cardamom. A dry spiciness from the green cardamom pods with their small, round seeds. A lovely impression that almost seamlessly transitions to the fig.

The fig brings a gentle fig leaf and rather little fruit. Coriander seeds provide the spice and orris root the powderiness. The scent is green and remains green; those expecting sweetness here may be disappointed. The fig fruits are at best small and green, and still inedible.

23 Janvier 1984 is definitely not a feminine scent, but rather a (silly word) unisex. Wearable for young and old, a fresh, mood-lifting daytime companion that simply fits many occasions. It has nothing gourmand about it, so no worries, it doesn't smell edible.

For me, it is nothing, because - as I said - I love my "Méridienne" and will stick with it.

02/06/2015

7Scent 7.5Longevity 5Sillage

Leimbacher
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Leimbacher

Helpful Review 7

The Most Beautiful Fig... Says a Fig Hater

Some recognize a powdery coconut in figs, many love Marc Jacobs Man, Phylosykos & Co., and for some, fig perfumes are the perfect olfactory companions for spring.... I always had to almost gag when I perceived too much fig in a fragrance. This hasn't really changed to this day - so no case of olfactory evolution of the nose. But I try it every few months again, as I have experienced quite a few surprising things with the big thing between my eyes.

This cool-green January 23, 1984 hasn't swayed me today, but it has pointed me in the right direction, where even fig haters occasionally smile during the testing. Fig remains the centerpiece here and is unmistakable... but the fragrance actually brings everything to the background that I like and thus strongly counters the disgust. Iris, cardamom, petitgrain, vetiver, benzoin - powder, sweetness, smoothness, beauty - everything is here, enveloping the fig. But the green-comical, unripe fig remains under all that shine. Over time, however, the shine wins against the discomfort, and it remains a pretty fragrance - hence the unusually high rating for a "coward." Speaking of coward: it baffles me why I enjoy drinking this "little one," while I don't like the smell of the actual plant at all... drinking should actually be worse than holding it to my nose... :-/

Bottle: at least an iconic shape.
Sillage: despite a high powder factor, quite light-footed.
Longevity: Pozzo di Borgo lacks nothing in quality... 6-8 hours easy.

Conclusion: when I say I can get along with it and it has its beautiful sides, that means something... but my money still won't go to any fig of this world... not yet ;-)

03/30/2014

9Scent 5Longevity 7.5Sillage

Apicius
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Apicius

Top Review 19

Rare and Thought to be Lost!

January 23rd excited me so much that I bought this perfume on the spot. It belongs to a very rare and highly valued group: the subtle fig scents.

The note of fig leaf has a very peculiar green freshness, with hints of coconut. Those who fall for it will find it prominently featured in fragrances like Diptyque's Philosokos or L'Artisan's Premier Figuier. However, I find all of these too green, too cold, and too cucumber-like. Its entire charm does not unfold in flat prominence but in a skillful interplay with other notes.

Particularly noteworthy here seems to be the herbal-green vetiver, with which fig leaf can unite to create something third, something truly precious. This was wonderfully elegantly achieved a few years ago with the unfortunately discontinued men's fragrance from Salvatore Ferragamo. Another perfume I appreciate in this way is the small edition from Richard, which was commissioned exclusively by Beauty Affair in Düsseldorf and quickly sold out. In the somewhat clunky oriental Royal Gold pour Homme by Charriol, the combination plays the role of the proverbial fig leaf.

And now it is finally back, in a newly available perfume!

Delicate and fine, the alchemy of the two notes is presented here. One should not be misled by the mention of white musk and powdery iris in the pyramid. Here, neither soap, nor powder, nor sunscreen dominate - fig and vetiver define the character for a considerable time, everything else is just the framework that accounts for the wonderful lightness of this interpretation.

The only medium longevity, yet with a noticeable sillage, is appropriate for the rather unusual scent impression. We have listed January 23rd as a women's fragrance because it refers to a female family member. Whether Pozzo di Borgo actually makes a strict distinction between women's and men's fragrances remains open on their site.

January 23rd is a niche fragrance in the truest sense of the word. Violaine Collas has brought back a scent character thought to be lost from the niche and made it accessible. Bravo!