09/07/2025

Smirky
483 Reviews

Smirky
3
Superb Chypre
If you're looking for a classic chypre of high quality, look no further than Chypre de Grand. The initial citrus opening quickly gives way to the middle notes, some of which I did not detect. Standing out for me was the rose note, which was prominent, and even showed its face after the drydown. The licorice was subtle and well blended with the other notes. The deer musk and beeswax gave it an animalic touch - present but not overdone. As the base notes appeared, the oakmoss came to the front. Here again, it wasn't overpowering or harsh, just contributing to the blend of the whole and yet, gave it a very masculine character.
Chypre de Grand is pretty potent and excellent longevity and projection. It brought to mind Etruscan Water, not because they smell similar, but because it too is a powerful chypre. With EW, I have the impression of a heavier hand in its creation while Chypre de Grand is a classier chypre done with a lighter hand.
Of note with this house, the deer musk and oakmoss are the real thing (supposedly) and not smell chems. Regardless, it has a very quality smell without a trace of synthetic harshness. As I have a FB of Etruscan Water, I won't immediately put Chypre de Grand on my shopping list. Once the EW bottle is more used, I might consider adding CdG to my collection. But I can firmly recommend CdG for anyone looking for a very good quality chypre.
Chypre de Grand is pretty potent and excellent longevity and projection. It brought to mind Etruscan Water, not because they smell similar, but because it too is a powerful chypre. With EW, I have the impression of a heavier hand in its creation while Chypre de Grand is a classier chypre done with a lighter hand.
Of note with this house, the deer musk and oakmoss are the real thing (supposedly) and not smell chems. Regardless, it has a very quality smell without a trace of synthetic harshness. As I have a FB of Etruscan Water, I won't immediately put Chypre de Grand on my shopping list. Once the EW bottle is more used, I might consider adding CdG to my collection. But I can firmly recommend CdG for anyone looking for a very good quality chypre.
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