Top Notes 
Lemon
Citron
Heart Notes 
Caraway
Cinnamon
Ginger
Nutmeg
Lime
Base Notes 
White musk
Amber
Tonka bean
Vanilla
Lullaby
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Lullaby
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Fragrance Love Story with a Happy Ending
It was January 2000 when, at the age of 15, I was tasked by my mother to find an additional birthday gift for my father. Since the choice fell on a new perfume and my mom, due to a chronic illness, could hardly smell anything, the selection was delegated to me. Although I was, like many teenagers, constantly annoyed and quarrelsome, I was very excited about this task. After all, it gave me the opportunity to expand my already existing interest in fragrances and possibly find an alternative to my then beloved "Culture by Tabac (1996) (Eau de Toilette) | Mäurer & Wirtz."
So, I made my way to the only perfumery in town, which, to stay financially afloat, also had tanning beds in its back rooms.
Upon arrival, I directly sniffed my way through the assortment. I was continuously watched suspiciously by the saleswoman. After a few minutes, she approached me and asked what I was looking for. I shared my father's age and mentioned that he was more of a sporty jeans type, similar to a matchmaking service, and also indicated "gift" along with my mother's budget expectations. With a real chance to sell something and apply her expertise, the saleswoman's face visibly brightened. With words like: "Young man, come with me! I have just the right thing. We just got this in. Something very special!" I was led to a promotional display for Ted Lapidus. The lady took the bottle, sprayed it on a scent strip, and handed it to me. I sniffed skeptically, after all, I had never heard of Ted Lapidus in my life. But the skepticism immediately gave way to a wow moment. "Dude, how good is this?" were probably my thoughts back then. The scent smelled completely different from the fragrances I had known so far. A spicy, slightly sweet freshness that somehow felt noble tingled in my nose and wouldn't let go. While the nice expert explained the individual notes, my decision to buy the fragrance was already made. The birthday gift was found.
I must say that my father liked to use aftershave and perfume, but he never really developed a passion for it. So he was very pleased with his gift and used the perfume regularly. At the same time, I secretly used it, probably to the same extent, until it eventually ran out. There would be no repurchase, as the scent unfortunately did not make it from the display to the shelf. For Dad, that was okay, while I mourned this, for me, so unique perfume for years until it eventually faded into oblivion.
Almost 20 years later, thanks to Parfumo, I remembered and decided to give the old love another chance. However, this turned out to be not so easy. Not only was Ted nowhere to be found on the usual websites, but there were hardly any hits on Google. Probably partly responsible for this is the name similarity to "Lapidus pour Homme (Eau de Toilette) | Ted Lapidus."
When I eventually found it and the package arrived from France, I was as excited as a child on Christmas. Many questions raced through my mind. Does it smell the same as before? How did it smell before, anyway? What if I don't like it anymore?
First, I took the bottle in my hand and examined it. Phew, nothing had changed here! It was the same heavy, high-quality bottle as back then. Now, off with the silver cap and spray. Breathe easy, the sprayer works. A proper mist settles over my wrist, which I brought to my nose after a few moments.
"Oh my God, it's him!" I exclaimed. It smelled exactly as I remembered.
But how does it actually smell? The fragrance is difficult to grasp. What Apicius describes as chaotic is somewhat accurate. After spraying, a complex mix of fresh, citrusy, and spicy notes emerges, which are hard to identify and separate from the overall picture. I'll try anyway. Lemon? Of course. Ginger, cumin, nutmeg? That could be. Cinnamon? Not even a hint. In the drydown, musk and amber remain together with a slightly spicy residual sweetness. Ted smells noble and elegant to me, opulent yet understated. I would somehow describe it as "zesty" or "sparkling." It somehow feels more fitting in the portfolio of Sisley than that of Ted Lapidus.
For me, a fragrance love story has found a happy ending after many years with him. It is therefore not surprising that I wore Ted at my wedding. Out of fear of losing it again, I have stashed it away just in case.
So, I made my way to the only perfumery in town, which, to stay financially afloat, also had tanning beds in its back rooms.
Upon arrival, I directly sniffed my way through the assortment. I was continuously watched suspiciously by the saleswoman. After a few minutes, she approached me and asked what I was looking for. I shared my father's age and mentioned that he was more of a sporty jeans type, similar to a matchmaking service, and also indicated "gift" along with my mother's budget expectations. With a real chance to sell something and apply her expertise, the saleswoman's face visibly brightened. With words like: "Young man, come with me! I have just the right thing. We just got this in. Something very special!" I was led to a promotional display for Ted Lapidus. The lady took the bottle, sprayed it on a scent strip, and handed it to me. I sniffed skeptically, after all, I had never heard of Ted Lapidus in my life. But the skepticism immediately gave way to a wow moment. "Dude, how good is this?" were probably my thoughts back then. The scent smelled completely different from the fragrances I had known so far. A spicy, slightly sweet freshness that somehow felt noble tingled in my nose and wouldn't let go. While the nice expert explained the individual notes, my decision to buy the fragrance was already made. The birthday gift was found.
I must say that my father liked to use aftershave and perfume, but he never really developed a passion for it. So he was very pleased with his gift and used the perfume regularly. At the same time, I secretly used it, probably to the same extent, until it eventually ran out. There would be no repurchase, as the scent unfortunately did not make it from the display to the shelf. For Dad, that was okay, while I mourned this, for me, so unique perfume for years until it eventually faded into oblivion.
Almost 20 years later, thanks to Parfumo, I remembered and decided to give the old love another chance. However, this turned out to be not so easy. Not only was Ted nowhere to be found on the usual websites, but there were hardly any hits on Google. Probably partly responsible for this is the name similarity to "Lapidus pour Homme (Eau de Toilette) | Ted Lapidus."
When I eventually found it and the package arrived from France, I was as excited as a child on Christmas. Many questions raced through my mind. Does it smell the same as before? How did it smell before, anyway? What if I don't like it anymore?
First, I took the bottle in my hand and examined it. Phew, nothing had changed here! It was the same heavy, high-quality bottle as back then. Now, off with the silver cap and spray. Breathe easy, the sprayer works. A proper mist settles over my wrist, which I brought to my nose after a few moments.
"Oh my God, it's him!" I exclaimed. It smelled exactly as I remembered.
But how does it actually smell? The fragrance is difficult to grasp. What Apicius describes as chaotic is somewhat accurate. After spraying, a complex mix of fresh, citrusy, and spicy notes emerges, which are hard to identify and separate from the overall picture. I'll try anyway. Lemon? Of course. Ginger, cumin, nutmeg? That could be. Cinnamon? Not even a hint. In the drydown, musk and amber remain together with a slightly spicy residual sweetness. Ted smells noble and elegant to me, opulent yet understated. I would somehow describe it as "zesty" or "sparkling." It somehow feels more fitting in the portfolio of Sisley than that of Ted Lapidus.
For me, a fragrance love story has found a happy ending after many years with him. It is therefore not surprising that I wore Ted at my wedding. Out of fear of losing it again, I have stashed it away just in case.
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