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Bittersweet Symphony
Approaching a legend is never easy. Its shadow is too dark, its footprints too large, and its followers too critical. And nothing less was attempted with "Bruyere" - trying to tip the hat to the great myth "Patou Pour Homme." Since I am not familiar with the original and only know the reissue fleetingly, I can say very little about the similarities. Therefore, as always, the scent will be evaluated and commented on alone, which is sometimes even better. At least I cannot be overwhelmed, hindered, or blinded by overly high expectations and nostalgia.
"Bruyere" is an opulent, bitter fragrance - at first, it almost smells a bit off, as if patchouli meets bitter woods and Maggie. But after just a few seconds, it becomes tamer, without ever completely shedding its rugged old-school character. I would even describe it as a bitter floral, yet clearly categorized as masculine. A monster of opulence, ice, and chest hair. A bit of mint at the beginning to feign brightness, a touch of iris to suggest creaminess and gentleness (and perhaps to please a few daring women) - but in the end, a dirty patchouli, strong woods, and earthy vetiver dominate the base. A very herbal chypre that requires a lot of courage for today's man in everyday life. A strong self-confidence, leadership personality, and retro-masculinity. But then it rocks hard. If Patou adds another layer of quality and depth, you immediately understand why it has become such a legend.
Bottle: they are all the same - equally simple and functional.
Sillage: Bitterness doesn't create small circles.
Longevity: 8 hours - the original surely can't do much better either.
Conclusion: as a tribute to Patou Pour Homme, I have no comment. However, as an independent fragrance, it is solid, punchy, and old-school, but today it is only difficult to wear. Is it too strong, ...
"Bruyere" is an opulent, bitter fragrance - at first, it almost smells a bit off, as if patchouli meets bitter woods and Maggie. But after just a few seconds, it becomes tamer, without ever completely shedding its rugged old-school character. I would even describe it as a bitter floral, yet clearly categorized as masculine. A monster of opulence, ice, and chest hair. A bit of mint at the beginning to feign brightness, a touch of iris to suggest creaminess and gentleness (and perhaps to please a few daring women) - but in the end, a dirty patchouli, strong woods, and earthy vetiver dominate the base. A very herbal chypre that requires a lot of courage for today's man in everyday life. A strong self-confidence, leadership personality, and retro-masculinity. But then it rocks hard. If Patou adds another layer of quality and depth, you immediately understand why it has become such a legend.
Bottle: they are all the same - equally simple and functional.
Sillage: Bitterness doesn't create small circles.
Longevity: 8 hours - the original surely can't do much better either.
Conclusion: as a tribute to Patou Pour Homme, I have no comment. However, as an independent fragrance, it is solid, punchy, and old-school, but today it is only difficult to wear. Is it too strong, ...
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