Souscent

I already described my first encounter with Ffern in my review of Autumn 24. This time, the citrus notes in the fragrance pyramid made me curious. What could be better on a hot summer's day than the tart freshness of citrus peel?
Summer 25 starts with a tart blood orange, very recognizable. After just a few minutes, the creamy floral heart begins to unfold. I am enveloped by beautiful champaca, albeit always very subtle in the silage. Subtle spice and the tart citrus do not make the fragrance too feminine, it remains unisex, albeit leaning towards the feminine, but never too sweet. As the fragrance progresses, more and more jasmine becomes noticeable, as does the vetiver, which is not earthy here, but rather fresh and green.
The whole thing has a really high-quality, mature feel. If you believe the manufacturer, the fragrance contains only natural fragrance oils. Unsurprisingly, the longevity is not that great. The fragrance reminds me a little of the corner in the health food store where the aromatic oils and room sprays are located.
I like it, Summer 25 is here to stay.
Once again, I would like to mention the beautiful and loving presentation, with scented stone, tea, cards and even a specially produced video.

I discovered the three fragrances of the Vallense brand via a traveling letter.
First of all, I would like to say that I was very impressed by the brand, all three fragrances are very niche and creative for me, so for me a "brand to watch", I'm curious to see what else comes out of it. Source is an oud fragrance, but it increasingly transforms into a skin-flattering, spicy honey scent (even though no honey is specified as a note). And Spirit is a green, spicy newcomer.
But now Sun: It starts with a somewhat catchy sun cream fragrance DNA, creamy yellow flowers set the tone, frangipani, ylang-ylang, with tropical-fruity notes mixed in. Beautifully crafted, catchy, very creamy. But there is also a spicy, herbaceous, green side. I read basil, celery, to be honest. I spontaneously conjure up images of a garden in Tuscany where my husband and I went on vacation a few years ago. We had a huge terrace of an agriturismo just for us, facing the kitchen garden, where the landlord cultivated the herbs and vegetables, which were then turned into delicious, simple dishes in the evening. Jasmine bushes and other beguiling flowers also bloomed in the garden. During the day we spent time on the beach, and in the evening we sat on our terrace and enjoyed the smells of this garden.
This memory of the day at the beach and the evening in the garden evokes Sun for me. As the fragrance progresses, it becomes softer and more harmonious, the herbaceous notes mingle with the creamy flowers and the sweet grassy base lingers on the skin for a long time.
This fragrance will not stay with me, but it has brought me back to a beautiful experience. It reminds me of the warmth of the Italian sun and transports me to a happy place. It's nice that a fragrance can do that!
The longevity and silage are quite remarkable, and the price point of €225 for 100 ml is not particularly modest.

Before Christmas, I was invited to take part in a surprise giveaway with the condition "fragrance for review", and I was lucky enough to get my hands on the brand Nectar Olfaktiv, which has released four honey fragrances this year. As I discovered my preference for this note in the summer, it was a very fortunate coincidence.

Suprême Nectar starts with a potent creamy cloud of honey and almond, as beguiling as it is flattering. However, it develops less in the gourmand direction and more in the direction of a luxury body cream. I think of a pampering wellness treatment with honey scrub and almond oil in a spa.
The silage decreases quickly after the start, so for me the fragrance is more of a cozy fragrance that I wear at home or without an audience, just for myself, at best for nice hours for two. The fragrance is so tender and enveloping that you really want to take someone with you on the journey.
Later, the fragrance becomes darker and woodier, with sandalwood, musk and vanilla providing a calming depth. The longevity is not outstanding now, silage is also more desirable, but no matter, I want more of it!
All in all, a really nice fragrance experience, for me a clean skin fragrance for winter that gives you a soft, comforting feeling of relaxation and reassurance.

Highlighting a fragrance because of its marketing is almost trite in this age of social media and perfume influencers. But it's worth taking a closer look at the Ffern brand.
I became aware of it via Instagram because MillerHarris, who I follow, also follow Ffern. In addition to the pictures, which feature my favorite fragrance fruit quince for autumn 24, the concept of the brand made me curious. a batch is produced and bottled 4 times a year and that's it, no repeats, what's gone is gone.
If you want to buy the fragrance, you have to sign up for a waiting list, because although the Autumn 24 was not yet available for sale, the reservations were already full. You then promptly receive a text message, not intrusive, but the expectation is deliberately raised as to whether you will be one of the lucky ones to get hold of one of the limited editions Finally, shortly after the launch, the redemptive news came that it was now possible to purchase a perfume after all. At around €100 for 32 ml, it's not exactly a bargain.
Of course, after this build-up of excitement, I could no longer resist and placed my order. In addition to the sealed package with the bottle, a sample is delivered, so that you can really test it safely and at your leisure and return the bottle free of charge if you don't like it. The whole thing is rounded off with a few goodies such as a tea, a fragrance diffuser and even a small poster of a quince still life.
What is the fragrance like?
A really beautiful, authentic quince awaits you, with a natural fruitiness that goes beyond ambrox bombs a la Erba Pura. Above all, the tart, earthy side of quince is explored, underlined by citrus peel, patchoui and oakmoss, which gives the whole thing a somewhat masculine touch to my nose. The fragrance remains in the unisex range, but my association of quince with rose, rosewood and pear is not fulfilled here. Spicy notes such as distinctively perceptible allspice and nutmeg are reminiscent of autumnal cookies and a Christmassy atmosphere, but I wouldn't classify the fragrance as a goumand, it doesn't seem edible or sweet to me.
The longevity and silage are not extreme, but given the naturalness of the fragrance, they are quite respectable, lasting well over 6 hours on my skin, and the first four of them with a well perceptible but not overpowering silage. I see it more on a man over 35, perhaps someone who enjoys nature and loves autumn for its tranquillity.
Will I keep the fragrance? No, I prefer the more feminine (rosy, sweet) side of quince. Will I continue to watch Ffern? But absolutely!

In principle, this fragrance is so simple that it doesn't take long to write about it. Cool incense meets clean bubble bath. A spicy, mineral note joins in at the beginning, which is somewhat disruptive, but then contributes to the coolness that the fragrance radiates.
Cool, minimalist, understated and very modern - that's how I would describe the fragrance. For an androgynous woman who likes to wear black, or a man who doesn't adhere to traditional masculinity.
The problem is that Dior as a fashion design house is the exact opposite. The New Look - opulent, very feminine, lots of waist and neckline, large gowns, tulle, floral patterns, and the good old houndstooth, a mid-century classic.
When I think of the fragrance, I tend to think of Calvin Klein fashion in the 90s.
Nevertheless, a bold signature candidate.