Theros, from the house of Ys-Uzac. A house that will keep you entertained. Avant-garde, unusual, unique compositions tailored to be worn and feel highly sophisticated. This perfume meets all those criteria and more.
Theros has to be one of the most peculiar perfumes I ever experienced. There is nothing remotely similar to it. You read the accords listed by the house and think to yourself: "Sounds like something that'd be fun to try." However, you try it and realize that although it makes no sense on paper, the result is brilliant. Shortly, this is an Ambergris-centered perfume that uses a woody base for support, yet the former feels to be the center player. In detail, the perfume presents a plethora of textures and aromas that play in contradiction without feeling "out of tune." The opening brings a "toasted," "sun-baked" feel that heats the sand and chocolate accord. This solar-warmed quality never fades away. It lingers throughout, staying true to the perfumer's inspiration. It is difficult to describe this sensation. But it does come across as sun-heated sand or pebbles/rocks. To make it easier, I'd say it has a slightly savory quality (perhaps for being paired with the chocolate accord) that makes me picture freshly cooked rice. But it's a stretch to put it that way, although it might be easier for many to imagine. The chocolate accord is present, yet the perfume never feels gourmand, savory, or childish. Rather sophisticated, with a touch of dessert that fits in perfectly. Of course, the Oceanic feel and the salty, mineral nuances are present, going in tandem with the earthy accords and opposition with the chocolate one. I believe the "lipstick" accord is what I perceive as a waxy texture, which most certainly is lent by the ambergris. The Oud is an important player but never feels the major component. It is rather dry, warm, and earthy. The ambergris takes control slowly over the whole rendering that waxy, slightly salty/mineral, oceanic, earthy, and sexual touch. Undoubtedly, there is a sexy muskiness here that growls louder as the perfume consumes and might help create the listed "sweaty skin accord." All the mentioned facets are presented in a manner that is difficult to break apart. The perfume is exceptionally well blended with incredibly smooth transitions. The perfumer takes inspiration from the vision of being on an island with your loved one. A "Passionate Summer". That vision is captured accurately. And yet, I feel there is a lot of mystery and darkness to the construction. And while I believe it works great in the Summer heat, I'd opt for the most sophisticated events with a suit and tie.
