Top Notes 
Aldehydes
Orange
Bergamot
Lime
Heart Notes 
Violet
Blackberry
Grasse jasmine
May rose
Carnation
Base Notes 
Benzoin
Vanilla
Ambergris
Iris
Musk
Patchouli
Sandalwood
Cinnamon
Resins
Vetiver
Cedarwood
08/30/2021
mattitjahu
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During my short holiday in London last week, a visit to Harrods in the "Salon de Parfums" was not to be missed. On the 6th floor give themselves among other things strangelove nyc, Henry Jacques and of course Roja Dove in the hand and as it happens, I actually had the opportunity to meet Roja personally.
I felt like a little boy and had to take a breath and look for the right words to not look like a complete idiot. Probably it's the respect, towards him, which led to my initial gasp ;)
Anyway, we got to talking and he actually took the time to walk me through his creations. Yes, of course he does and it is certainly part of his sales strategy. However, this is completely secondary to me at that moment. Rather, I enjoy being treated as a customer in such a way that no wishes or questions remain unanswered. I felt Pudelwohl!
Semi-Bespoke 4 is a very beautiful fragrance, very finely drawn and natural. I have the feeling that all the ingredients are much clearer and more intense, as with the "standard" Rojas, come to the fore. However, this may also be due to the fact that Mr. Dove uses a lot of "fancy words" in his "sales talk". Doesn't matter, the opening anyway, with the tangy citrus, is quite something. The heart notes suggest a strong floral DNA, but that's not the case, as cinnamon, patch and sandalwood from the base join in quite early on.
The drydown is a dream of creamy woody notes, a slightly powdery iris and a varied play between patch earthy bitter and sweet vanilla.
The fragrance costs the equivalent of €875, so of course it was way over my budget. I'm also sure there are plenty of very good alternatives with similar DNA that cost far less. Nevertheless, it was an experience and pleasure to enjoy a sense of luxury in a truly exceptional store including Roja Dove. Wish list!
I felt like a little boy and had to take a breath and look for the right words to not look like a complete idiot. Probably it's the respect, towards him, which led to my initial gasp ;)
Anyway, we got to talking and he actually took the time to walk me through his creations. Yes, of course he does and it is certainly part of his sales strategy. However, this is completely secondary to me at that moment. Rather, I enjoy being treated as a customer in such a way that no wishes or questions remain unanswered. I felt Pudelwohl!
Semi-Bespoke 4 is a very beautiful fragrance, very finely drawn and natural. I have the feeling that all the ingredients are much clearer and more intense, as with the "standard" Rojas, come to the fore. However, this may also be due to the fact that Mr. Dove uses a lot of "fancy words" in his "sales talk". Doesn't matter, the opening anyway, with the tangy citrus, is quite something. The heart notes suggest a strong floral DNA, but that's not the case, as cinnamon, patch and sandalwood from the base join in quite early on.
The drydown is a dream of creamy woody notes, a slightly powdery iris and a varied play between patch earthy bitter and sweet vanilla.
The fragrance costs the equivalent of €875, so of course it was way over my budget. I'm also sure there are plenty of very good alternatives with similar DNA that cost far less. Nevertheless, it was an experience and pleasure to enjoy a sense of luxury in a truly exceptional store including Roja Dove. Wish list!
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