I generally love iris scents, and this one is creamy, powdery, and wonderfully unisex. I need this fragrance in my collection, as its longevity and sillage are top-notch. This is next level iris.
Marc Gebauer is known for his distinctive style, his presence in the luxury world, and his unusual fragrance creations. With Purple Flamingo, he once again ventures into a fragrance realm that aims to stand out from the crowd - with mixed success.
Fragrance Composition
Purple Flamingo starts with a surprisingly fruity sweetness. Notes of black currant and fig meet a slightly tropical freshness that lives up to the name - one almost thinks of a cocktail by a pool in Miami. But then comes the transformation: a creamy, almost powdery base of musk, sandalwood, and a hint of vanilla spreads out, giving the fragrance an unexpectedly warm depth.
Performance
The longevity is solid: 6-8 hours on the skin, longer on clothing. The sillage is initially present but retreats to a skin-close perception after 1-2 hours. This makes it quite suitable for the office, but perhaps not spectacular enough for evening events.
Purple Flamingo is an interesting, wearable niche fragrance that surprises with a fruity-creamy composition. Not a masterpiece of perfumery, but definitely a statement. For fans of Gebauer or fragrance lovers looking for something unconventional, it is worth a sniff test.
