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Another great fragrance from the collaboration between Fugazzi and FOUR Amsterdam, as the concept is simple yet brilliant.
A fragrance company teams up with a textile company to create a fragrance line inspired by the most popular textile fibers/surfaces.
This scent reflects the fiber "Linen," combined with something pleasantly fresh and natural.
I have often been quickly hooked by light, fresh, and uncomplicated scents. Meanwhile, I also tend to enjoy something a bit powdery or complex, and this fragrance combines exactly that.

Initial thoughts on the naming:
"Lush Linen" ... doesn't mean much to me at first
"Lush" ... That's that well-known cosmetics company that everyone raves about and which had a turnaround, aligning its concept with modern values.
"Linen" ... I know a bit more about that. Linen, the sustainable natural fiber, which brings several advantages with its properties. Perfect for summer, as it is airy and cool. While not silky smooth, let alone supple, it is functionally superior and very well applicable in terms of aesthetics, drape, and texture.
It may not be the easiest to sew, but it is very comfortable to wear and fully represents the aspects of naturalness and sustainability.

I would conclude that this is a simple, mass-appealing fragrance that reflects a connection to nature and lightness.
A look at the fragrance notes suggests that this assumption might be correct.
Fresh notes, woods, herbs, and flowers ... I'm curious :)


The Test:
Sprayed on paper and skin, a wave of herbs immediately greets you.
Bay leaf, violet, and mugwort set the pace here.
In the background, musk, Clearwood, and moss slowly and unobtrusively establish the base, waiting for the herbs and flowers to fade.
I can almost only perceive grapefruit and rose on the paper.
Once the herbal-floral construct has united and unfolded, the cotton accord slowly but surely comes to the forefront, gently accompanying you for the rest of the journey.
Over time, the lighter accords dissipate, and the background base seamlessly emerges, continuing the journey.


Who is the fragrance suitable for?
Actually for anyone who enjoys herbs and light scents.
The fragrance is absolutely unisex and treats the given name simply yet brilliantly.

For me, it's a great fragrance for spring/summer, as it starts light, natural, and herbaceous, but then transforms over time into something soft, slightly powdery with pleasantly bright accords.
I was worried for a moment that the fragrance would develop sharply after the herbs, but the gentle transition was surprisingly pleasant.


Sillage is fine. For the price, absolutely top-notch, and especially for such light, fresh, and natural scents, the longevity and development are quite solid.


Conclusion:
Overall, a very harmonious and interesting fragrance, with notes that you don't see very often.
The theme has definitely been captured and implemented excellently, as it fulfills all the aspects associated with the fragrance name.
It is obvious that the fragrance is not "ultra-niche," but for the mass appeal it delivers, the fragrance is definitely interesting and shows a stable development/transformation without deviating from the theme.


Finally, a small visualization of the fragrance from my perspective:
Pure linen fabric, untreated, airy and loosely spread out on a solid wooden table outdoors, surrounded by nature, on a sunny spring day. Spread out on it is a selection of fresh bundles of herbs, individual flowers, as well as a soft-light-creamy aura (someone left their hand cream open somewhere). Close your eyes and enjoy how a gentle breeze picks up the individual scents and carries them around.


Thank you for reading, and I hope I could contribute something helpful :)
Best regards,
David

First of all, I am not a fan of leather in 90% of cases, at least as long as it does not dominate, but I still try to report as unbiased as possible :)

The reason for the purchase was the fragrance name and the concept.
Especially in the colder days, I discovered cashmere as a fragrance note for myself, and when I saw this scent, it sounded immediately tempting.
The concept is quite simple but brilliant: Take a company that specializes in fragrances and start a collaboration with a company that specializes in textiles. Take the best from both companies and voilà, a fragrance line is created, inspired by the most popular textile fibers/surfaces.
In my excitement, I pushed aside the fact that both leather and black amber were in the base, but the positive aspects for me outweighed that.

So, to summarize how the impulse to buy came about:
+Cashmere ... I like it, check!
+Interesting concept ... because it’s fashion-oriented, check!
-Leather mixed with dark accords ... not really my thing, check!
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Bought :)

Now to the test:
After the first spray, the slightly smoky leather note hit my nose.
For a moment, the negative aspects grew, but I quickly realized that this was not a blunt "Smoky Leather" scent, but something more complex. More and more, the dark note was caressed by a mix of soft and cozy accords, and over time, a symbiosis formed between the edgy dark leather and the embracing, smooth accords that enveloped the whole and rounded off the edges.
After a while, the process of symbiosis was complete, and everything merged linearly with each other, gently laying over the skin. Now and then, an accord would greet me, but then it would return to the rest of the group.

Fragrance notes:
United, cashmere, iris root, and musk form the faction of soft and smooth accords.
Leather and black amber provide the somewhat rougher, polarizing contrast.
Cardamom, Atlas cedar, and oak behave rather inconspicuously, but bring the necessary spice into play.
Calabrian bergamot and Damask rose add just a hint of freshness and lightness, although I notice this more on the test strip than on my skin.


Sillage is absolutely fine, even above average for an Eau de Parfum, and especially for the price, I would say. Generally, the fragrances from Fugazzi perform very well, although my skin is unfortunately not particularly blessed when it comes to longevity and projection.

Who is the scent suitable for?
It’s already unisex, but I predominantly see the scent for men.

For men, the spectrum is quite broad. Spontaneously, I think of the classic leather jacket or rather the lambskin leather jacket. Tending towards a somewhat more mature, perhaps bearded man, but with men, it’s rather hard to pin down, as the scent will surely appeal to many.

For women, I find it a bit easier to categorize. Here, I could well imagine the scent on a somewhat more mature woman with dark hair. Perhaps a bit Mediterranean, an occasional smoker, with dark lipstick and temperament.


After the test, the conclusion:
+-Cashmere, present, but not as prominent as hoped
+Concept still super and well implemented
-+Leather unfortunately more present than hoped, but despite the fact that I am not a leather fan, it is very well executed and in my opinion, a leather accord that could also appeal to non-leather fans.
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Conclusion:
Not a blind buy for those who are not leather fans or struggle with dark scents.
Nevertheless, a very successful fragrance with a great concept.
Great cashmere-leather combination.
Price-performance absolutely top, and the brand in general deserves more attention.
Definitely worth a test :)


Thank you for reading, and I hope I could contribute something helpful :)
Best regards,
David

With closed eyes, one might think they have real fruits or at least a fruit juice in front of them.

Natural - Fresh - lightly floral-sweet - unisex

From the very first second until the end, the fresh and natural scent of blood orange and passion fruit runs through, sometimes a bit more of one, sometimes a bit more of the other.
In the background, or when you smell very close to the skin, the musk emerges.
I can't directly smell the orange blossom here, as it probably lies too close to the floral musk and is simultaneously overshadowed by the dominant, citrusy blood orange.

Overall, it's a somewhat linear but high-quality scent that becomes a bit sweeter from time to time, but anyone who enjoys blood orange and passion fruit should definitely test this fragrance.

The packaging is also impressive, as this is part of the Masters Collection. You receive a high-quality box adorned with a small metal plate and gold-foiled lettering, making it a very premium product that is perfect for beginners in terms of scent and price, but also offers a nice refreshment for any experienced noses ;)

Somehow an unusual, but refreshing sight that a mainstream flanker appears with such reduced fragrance notes.
Each of the listed accords is distinct and perceivable as intended in its respective phase, and surprisingly well executed for the price.
The mint is like freshly picked from the bush and partly crushed in the hand.
The simple tea scent harmoniously and soothingly emphasizes the entire freshness.
Vetiver adds a natural note and some depth here.

The only downside is the longevity ... the mint quickly makes one nose-blind, and combined with the very short longevity, it unfortunately results in only a brief pleasure.
Fortunately, the fragrance is not overpowering and can thus be reapplied as often and as much as desired without hesitation.

Since then, I have been unsuccessfully searching for a similarly minimalist scent of mint tea and vetiver, but everywhere it seems that so much and as exotic as possible must be incorporated, even though it would be sooooo simple.

Fresh, Floral, Radiant with notes that are not often experienced in combination.
However, one must be careful with the dosage, as it can quickly become overwhelming (especially at the beginning), since the sillage creates a full aura around you.
I find that this scent cannot be assigned to any gender or specific stereotypes, so this time it is truly a well-executed, universal unisex fragrance and not just a men's scent as intended.

H24 is something you either love or hate... the first impression is usually decisive here, as I bought the 100ml right after trying it, and others in my vicinity took less than 5 seconds to ask what that strange smell was.

I cannot fully understand how this fragrance is sometimes marketed as a blind buy, as H24 is somewhat special and develops differently for everyone due to the molecules.
For people who have never tested fragrances in this direction, I would recommend first buying a sample or miniature, and then it quickly becomes clear whether the scent suits you.
But still, H24 is definitely worth a try.

Tip: For everyone who already has H24 in a bottle, I recommend using a splash bottle, as it allows for better dosage control and lets you perceive the progression of the individual phases better through the concentrated drops. With a spray, you get immediate full presence and thus a bit less depth.