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There are fragrances that represent the flagship of a brand. That's what they say: Nomen est Omen. I mean that less olfactorily than conceptually.

Let's look at it this way: Pour lui, pour elle, pour Homme, pour femme, l'homme, per Uomo, per lei....

All these (Romance language) sounding additions are tried and tested additions to a number of (mostly traditional) fragrance classics.

From Roma Uomo Eau de Toilette to L'Homme and Emporio Armani...lui/il/he/él/男... to the Joop! Homme Eau de Toilette ...

Take a designer, write the 80s, take a classic that is to become the flagship, label name and once gender determination.

And that's it!

Well, times have changed, fragrances have become unisex and people have come up with better names (in some cases!). But that's also because there's much more on offer than there used to be.
There were hardly any men's fragrances in comparison.

Hardly, compared to today.

At Caron, there is a fragrance that is undoubtedly "the" Caron fragrance!

And this has been the case since 1934.

And it really has been around forever.

Then Caron was bought up once or twice (I'm not that deep into the subject) and the fragrance was gone; in the meantime, certainly since 2022, the range and the "most masculine" of all Carons are back.

Before that, at least until the 00s, in various versions with the
Original and then again in the 10s with special variants.

In any case, one would have to assume (based on experience with old-school fragrances) that an old classic steam hammer is coming around the corner here, which lifts you out of your slippers and is no longer wearable today but rather serves as an aphid control agent (Boss Number One Eau de Toilette Knize Ten Toilet Water Jacomo de Jacomo (1980) Eau de Toilette and co send their regards)...

But that's not the case at all!

The fragrance is powdery-soft, a little fresh and sweet (not sticky/cheesy) at the same time.

Lavender is the central theme. And that from start to finish and no, lavender is not always herbaceous. No!

But what many people think!

This lavender here is aromatic, round and balanced, not synthetic (as with these room fragrances). It's very authentic and natural, which I really like! The most authentic I've come across in perfumes so far!

The fragrance is something special. Not herbaceous, not an aftershave.

Soft and pleasant.

Above all, a beautiful and high-quality vanilla joins the lavender, making the fragrance sweet and powdery.

The vanilla - along with the lavender - is the theme. It remains from the beginning to the end!

Furthermore, there is no division into top/heart and base notes. A linear fragrance from beginning to end.

Vanilla-aromatic-powdery-fresh, but also subtle.

Olfactorily, the old Caron (1934) is almost perfectly preserved here. Nothing has been greatly altered or (as is usually the case) mutilated.

Whether Pour Un Homme de Caron (2022) Eau de Toilette or Pour Un Homme de Caron (2022) Parfum - olfactorily, they all hit the same note.

In fact, the concentration of the fragrance is really different here. But nothing in terms of content (which is often the case with EdP/EdT).

The EdP is denser, I like it better.

But not a performance wonder either. Rather subtle and close to the skin, a fragrance "for the gentleman" and not for the brat who wants to shout at others with his scent.

Caron-Homme is a timeless gentleman who accompanies and does not shout.

Rather a quiet, pleasant companion!

You have to like lavender; if so, perfect, because I've never come across anything more authentic than this lavender.

Plus: pleasant vanilla on top.

The EdT is a little too meagre and too weak for me, the EdP is denser and that's exactly what it needs. It can take so much "steam", otherwise it is too close to the skin too quickly.

The sprayer is not very productive, you can spray a little more.

As I said, 2-4 hours, then it gets close to the skin.

But it's more of an office fragrance and a classic. The way perfume was actually understood at the time:

As something intimate and not as a status symbol, as is the case today with...I'll spare you that now.

But you know what I mean! :-)

In this sense, if you like the previous one, you may want to try it out.

Unfortunately hard to find in stores.

Best (when buying) via Caron directly.
That works well, even if it is the RRP. But it was worth it to me!

The fragrance is very special.

If you secretly smell it while hanging up your laundry on the line and that's exactly what you like, then this is just right for you.

About:

Like smelling the bulk pack of Ariel when you turn on the machine.

But you have to like that. No progression, no development. Just a linear synthetic detergent scent or just like freshly washed white laundry on the line!

Ok, let's be honest:

Yes, we all like to smell it - don't we? On our freshly washed laundry.

I always catch myself doing it too! Why is that? Because it smells good. Fresh, sterile, new, clean...

And there's something about that.

But is it a fragrance in the sense of a perfume? That I want to smell like all day long? I

I don't know. I'm not sure yet - because you usually have more "exciting" things in your collection than smelling like laundry perfume...

The fragrances from the Monsieur Couturier range appear to have been reissued.

According to history, there have been no appearances or fragrances (at least in the last 20 years or so).

That's why I find the three reissued fragrances all the more exciting - in fact, you have to call them reissued classics:

Because both the blue Cobalt, Rouge Nacarat and Noir Cashmere are actually somehow classic men's fragrances in a new or newer guise.

A little more contemporary, stronger, more durable, but also very classic.

The Rouge Nacarat at this point is intended to represent a consistent theme from the packaging to the bottle to the contents; I think this has been absolutely successful.

The fragrance is (as the name suggests) "red". This is achieved by the powderiness of the fragrance.

It is like freshly powdered.

But not sweet and sticky in the sense of powdery, but soft powder, soapy soft (but just this qualitative "French soap" - I know there is no such thing as "the" French soap, but the kind).

More precisely: a little fresh after spraying on the top note.

Overall, the fragrance has a rather classic feel.

However, it is perfect for everyday wear because it is not dusty or overly old-school, but has a classic quality.

The fragrance is much more "grown-up".

No, dear Xjerjoff boys and DeMarly disciples, I have to disappoint you. It's not for you.

Not sweet and spicy or cardboardy, straight lines, a clear bottle with no frills and no princess vase! It's more substance than appearance and not a bathroom ornament, but the wearer of Rouge Nacarat doesn't need that either!

The freshness recedes a little as the fragrance progresses and the balanced lavender in the center, in combination with the oriental note, gives a little fougere vibe; there is also sage, which I personally find is unfortunately far too rare in perfumes. In my opinion, sage is a really beautiful and exciting note.

Therefore I demand: More sage!

Dear perfumers, something is possible!

Further in the course:

These heart note fougere vibes (always with this oriental powderiness and softness, without being herbaceous or biting) fade into a slightly sweeter base. This becomes slightly vanilla-like and somewhat sweet - the accord is also reminiscent of a classic fougère fragrance!

The fragrance is well made, classic, solid and good craftsmanship and a great neo-classic that is almost impossible (as of today) to buy anywhere (not even online).

I got it myself from a niche perfumery in Frankfurt, which has added it to its range (along with the other two versions) - a good thing, in my opinion.

If you like cool classics and neoclassics, you should definitely check this one out!

The fragrances from the Monsieur Couturier range appear to have been reissued.

According to history, there have been no appearances or fragrances (at least in the last 20 years or so).

I find the three reissued fragrances all the more exciting - in fact, you have to say reissued classics:

Because the blue Cobalt, Rouge Noir and Noir Cashmere are actually somehow classic men's fragrances in a new or newer guise.

A little more contemporary, stronger, more durable, but also very classic.

This one is very present and opulent.

A fragrance that is at its best on an evening in winter. Decadent, opulent, room-filling, a little in the direction of a Noir Extreme Parfum in my opinion.

Fine. Balanced and well-made. Lasting and intense, but without becoming extremely annoying or heavy-handed. Also intense but good; it's not pushy or takes center stage. That's what I like.

Fireplace, good company, a fine meal; in the bar with good friends and it's cold outside. A drink, not sangria from a bucket or Jägermeister :) Good conversation!

Afterwards:

Coat on, scarf, out into the air. The fragrance has the power to assert itself. This is where it fits.

Not in summer or spring.

Spicy, sweetish, a little like a rum drink. A bit like plum, cardamom, spicy-oriental, in my opinion.

Oud - I hate oud - you don't get any consciously.

Thank goodness.

And honestly, and here come the classic 80s retro references in this series:

It is the mass of the many ingredients, as was once the case with Azzaro pour Homme Eau de Toilette, Boss Number One Eau de Toilette, Man Pure Eau de Toilette or similar:

The entire product smells good, fine, balanced. No details are discernible.

This is not for university or going to the supermarket; this is for the gentleman who goes out in the evening, sometimes to the theater, restaurant, bar or even to a party. Just not to the marquee :)

The price is great and worth a test. Nothing super new and innovative but solid, good and classic craftsmanship.

Why not?

And if it gets cold, then maybe discreetly dosed, it can be good and also fits into a larger collection or for those who have fewer fragrances and are looking for something for the evening.

Test recommended!

To be honest, I've been thinking again about whether I should open the topic "Italy"; but at some point this will become redundant for you.

So now in a different way:

The "Venezia" ice cream parlor is in every city. Followed by the Greek "Akropolis", the pizza "Napoli" or the Croatian "Dubrovnik"... well, you know.

Don't you all know these days?

Winter is over and the first real rays of sunshine are coming. This year it was already here in February, but the sun has been really strong since March.

It's still cold in the morning.

The jacket is thicker but towards midday, you roll up your sleeves.

Yes, some people have even taken a shirt out of the wardrobe in the beautiful sunny 15/16 degrees - even more in the strong sun in the afternoon.

Well...these days get that special atmosphere.

Even if a summer is long and warm, even if the merry month of May is still to come, even if we (certainly) know how rainy or cold some days in April can be, we are still convinced that we have packed the winter.

There is probably also something subconsciously in us from the past, I mean from the very past, which makes us feel relieved that the harshness of winter will no longer come (for the time being). That was a good thing for people in the past.

What do we do then, what can we see everywhere, in the parks, on the streets, in the old towns, on the cycle paths...

Then we go out.

At the weekend, during the lunch break, after work.

We walk together after the canteen, with friends, ride our bikes, alone or with the kids, stroll through the city, and we go to this very Eiscafé Venezia!

And there we have the first ice cream of the year.

And one or two more this spring or summer! :)

But one thing is for sure: a wonderful day!

Golden Pistachio

The fragrance:

The fragrance captures exactly this mood.

It's just like a visit to the ice cream parlor on just such a day. It's like the smell of pistachio ice cream.

My favorite is spaghetti ice cream. And I stick to it. Always :)

But they have created a statement fragrance here. No, it's not a signature fragrance and not for every day, and I'm pretty sure I'll never finish this flanker on my own. It will certainly go on at some point.

But that doesn't matter. The fragrance isn't designed to be used all the time. I have others for that.

It was created to capture the lightness of a spring day. It is not sticky, sticky or synthetic.

I personally find the theme very authentic.

And for one day or another (I have more than I can really wear anyway)...I think this fragrance is really great.

Whether I'll still like it in six months or a year - I don't know.

But at the moment, especially these days, I think you can get or share it if you like it and fancy a fragrance like this.

Ultimately, the other ingredients are not so important to me.

So:

If you fancy a bit of summer, warm air and the corresponding lightness, then come along.

Because I'll be sitting outside on the terrace at "venezia" with an espresso and spaghetti ice cream, smelling of Golden Pistachio - come by for an espresso :)