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Iris
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Vetiver
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Another copy of Prada? Not quite...
Rirana fragrance number 3 on the test list, which is quite extensive. This will be the first time I have evaluated the fragrances of a complete brand and had them under my nose. In this case, it is Iris Ambrette, the powdery scent of the collection. If you have already tested several iris fragrances, you start to wonder which direction this new scent will take. Will it be a clean scent like Prada L'Homme, reminiscent of fresh laundry and suitable for any occasion? Does it show itself to be more noble, seductive, and arrogant like Valentino Uomo Intense and Givenchy Gentlemen? Or is it heading in a direction that is new, unknown, or rarely used? All questions that occasionally pique our curiosity and occupy us perfume lovers.
After my test, I can now say that Iris Ambrette leans more towards Prada L'Homme or Prada L'Homme Intense. But with a small and fine twist that makes the scent independent enough to avoid being labeled a copy. Overall, it is somewhat clean, yet at the same time sultry and dark. It also distinguishes itself from Prada L'Homme Intense, which has a certain dirty note, but on my skin, it was strangely menthol-like. Therefore, it did not convince me as much as the Eau de Toilette. Unlike the Intense, the dark note in Iris Ambrette is not created by tonka bean and patchouli, but by cedarwood, vetiver, and the namesake ambrette musk. This combination does not create sweetness like tonka beans, so Iris Ambrette only receives its hint of sweetness from the iris note.
As mentioned, Iris Ambrette is a rather clean scent with dark undertones. The opening is characterized by a strong use of powder and cedarwood, which has a distinctly darker tone in this fragrance than I am used to from other perfumes. Quite woody and almost with a hint of smokiness from the very beginning. One could even argue that these two notes initially fill the scent too much, making everything seem a bit overloaded. Gradually, this perception improves as both notes recede and allow the other ingredients to come forward. The scent then becomes a bit fresher and gains a musk note, which, however, does not stand out negatively. The powderiness is still present and wraps this note in fluffy blankets. In the dry down, there was again a bit more of the combination of dark wood and powderiness to be heard, bringing it back to its start.
Due to this rather intense opening, the sillage is also pronounced. The first hour is completely filled with wandering clouds of powder and a certain smokiness. Everyone in the immediate vicinity notices that a fragrance is being tested here. This gradually settles down, but the powderiness has already strongly filled my nose for a while. Of the Rirana fragrances tested so far, Iris Ambrette has the best longevity on my skin. After six hours, the perfume is still distinctly noticeable and shows no signs of wanting to step back even a little.
Anyone who likes iris fragrances should definitely give this one a try. Quite potent and very long-lasting on the skin, but ultimately, it is not one that has fully convinced me.
After my test, I can now say that Iris Ambrette leans more towards Prada L'Homme or Prada L'Homme Intense. But with a small and fine twist that makes the scent independent enough to avoid being labeled a copy. Overall, it is somewhat clean, yet at the same time sultry and dark. It also distinguishes itself from Prada L'Homme Intense, which has a certain dirty note, but on my skin, it was strangely menthol-like. Therefore, it did not convince me as much as the Eau de Toilette. Unlike the Intense, the dark note in Iris Ambrette is not created by tonka bean and patchouli, but by cedarwood, vetiver, and the namesake ambrette musk. This combination does not create sweetness like tonka beans, so Iris Ambrette only receives its hint of sweetness from the iris note.
As mentioned, Iris Ambrette is a rather clean scent with dark undertones. The opening is characterized by a strong use of powder and cedarwood, which has a distinctly darker tone in this fragrance than I am used to from other perfumes. Quite woody and almost with a hint of smokiness from the very beginning. One could even argue that these two notes initially fill the scent too much, making everything seem a bit overloaded. Gradually, this perception improves as both notes recede and allow the other ingredients to come forward. The scent then becomes a bit fresher and gains a musk note, which, however, does not stand out negatively. The powderiness is still present and wraps this note in fluffy blankets. In the dry down, there was again a bit more of the combination of dark wood and powderiness to be heard, bringing it back to its start.
Due to this rather intense opening, the sillage is also pronounced. The first hour is completely filled with wandering clouds of powder and a certain smokiness. Everyone in the immediate vicinity notices that a fragrance is being tested here. This gradually settles down, but the powderiness has already strongly filled my nose for a while. Of the Rirana fragrances tested so far, Iris Ambrette has the best longevity on my skin. After six hours, the perfume is still distinctly noticeable and shows no signs of wanting to step back even a little.
Anyone who likes iris fragrances should definitely give this one a try. Quite potent and very long-lasting on the skin, but ultimately, it is not one that has fully convinced me.
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