A classic 80's masterpiece in the world of mens perfumery with an unmistakably barbershop personality. My take; You have to have a sense of melodramatic appreciation for the vintage classics from time to time instead of being hyped up too much by the modern stuff that I often can't discern or afford anyway haha. I'm going back in time to be able to cross reference with the modern creations. A question of taste as well of course, So whenever the occasion allows it I'm reaching for these kinds of fragrances this summer, barbershop fougere, classic, vintage, powerful.
It's about the admiration for the history of perfumery in general as well as this kind of barbershop profile in particular that this history gave birth to. Lapidus pour homme has stood the test of time and is still going strong reportedly in terms of sales to this day. This fougere has outstanding quality for a steal. Above average silage and longevity, easily 8-10 hours, people can notice your scent from across the room with this.
Don't let the modest bottle design distract you, This powerhouse of a fragrance is an old school freshie or aromatic fougere to be more precise. It has me covered mainly for week days at work right throughout the year. Atomizer works fine, You don't need that many sprays because this does pack a punch.
Lapidus pour homme was launched by the design house of Ted Lapidus in 1987. Created by perfumer Martin Gras it is classified as a luxurious, spicy, lavender, and amber fragrance. This masculine scent extends a blend of rich spices, floral notes, woods, and lavender. An ideal fragrance for a romantic evening? Quite possibly once upon a time many decades ago but for most probably not anymore.
Not surprising when you think about it, I mean it's almost the notorious Kouros with a plot twist, the similarities aren't going unnoticed apart from a candied honey direction that's taken by LPH, a sort of a demi sec version of Kouros, the latter being the "brut" version, envision a dry Champagne as opposed to a smoother LPH being more of a comforting demi sec Chardonnay, by no means less impactful as the savage opening of YSL Kouros only sweeter with notes of woodiness and honey. Comparable olfactory intensity only sweeter.
To be on the safe side it's the reason I don't wear it as a signature because it's quite a strong old school projection in this day and age to be wearing too often around people you associate with throughout the week. Keep in mind this depends on location.
Okay okay I get it! for many this one may come across to some degree as a working class out of style cheapie. Admittedly this is not for some of the perfume elitists, boys or young males, this is definitely a 40 plus in terms of age range type of a scent. Occasionally at the gym or a week day fragrance is how I spray my LPH, it has an old fashioned charm and it's a traditional scent statement at the same time. I wear it when I think I can get away with it. A hidden gem? idk I think for the many still sleeping on this one it very well could be.
To my nose this particular offering by the house of Ted Lapidus has a favorable quality price ratio. Good juice for the price if you're a fan of the classic fougere fragrance category. As for myself, it's back up bottle worthy but for anyone else, try this one first. You may not be quite ready yet for one of these classic creations from a distant past, then again at the approx $20,00 mark, who dares wins.
