Theodor

The wild oil applied to the skin unfolds into a deep, dark, damp, woody, moldy, vibrant impression.

You can see the jungle when the oil is smelled.
It is truly an astonishing experience.

Imagine you are amidst the trees and vines, deep in the jungle of Papua, where the foliage is so dense that little light filters through. In this environment, all sorts of creatures and plants thrive. It is humid and uninhabitable for humans, partially impassable.

All of this and more can be smelled.
It is as if the tree has absorbed the entire surroundings, which is probably true. This is then distilled, and out comes this jungle experience, of which I report without ever having been there.

It is not easy to discuss the individual notes when a perfume projects an overall expression into the air.

This one projects into the driest desert air, mixed with sand and dust. It must be the balsamic quality that conveys this impression.

Yes, the expression leads to the impression. Furthermore, it represents a warming masculinity, wanting to embrace you and tell you that you are safe with me.

The dry, warming feeling when wearing it (oh, warming amber) allows the wearer to radiate what the scent actually expresses.

It has something old-fashioned or classically timeless about it, thus creating a balance between the Orient and the Occident.

A wonderful scent that I can imagine splendidly in autumn.

The longevity and sillage are decent at 7-9 hours and 3-4 hours respectively.


I am thrilled, I love to smell it for myself and enjoy wearing it as well.

Clear recommendation!

Even though Armenians and Turks have their disputes, this collaboration has worked excellently. The Turkish niche house has engaged perfumer Cecile Zarokian, and she has delivered, just as she has for many other niche houses.

It's interesting to know that many brands are actually just the distributors of the art created by the perfumers.

Who still remembers Jil Sander Man Absolut? It was a wonderful vanilla scent that is no longer available today. That's not a big deal, as Ani surpasses that lovely piece from back then and even adds a touch of initial green playfulness, which makes the fragrance so unique.

Over time, the spiced greenness settles, and the dominant vanilla becomes the main character. A beautiful and honest vanilla that can be worn by both men and women.

I find it nice that the scent is not as sweet as one might expect, but has something natural about it, nothing forced.

The longevity and sillage are exemplary and make you want to wear the fragrance.

Overall, a successful project, and one can only hope that this scent remains as it is!

Edit on the topic of batches:

I think it's good that we talk about batches; it's even important! Because just like with wine and whiskey, we discuss vintages for good reason. If fragrances from different years smell different, that should be communicated. Especially since we are so into fragrances, we almost have a duty to highlight and discuss such matters.

So Ani, stay as you are, because you are beautiful just the way you are!

… or, the last 20% cost!

It is worth mentioning the impressive pleasure that this fragrance radiates for me. The feeling of having arrived at the pinnacle of fragrance artistry and being satisfied.

Unlike Sculpture, it has a sense of completion and wholeness. It stands on its own, excellently balanced in its density and presence, and does not wish to show more of itself than the few hours it gives us, as that is enough to be remembered.

Admittedly, the longevity and sillage for the price are miserable, but unfortunately, the last 20% of perfection costs 80% more.

Whether the extra cost is worth it in the end is something everyone must decide for themselves, but if money were no object, I’m sure we would all prefer Uden, as it indeed offers more.

These last 20% are difficult to describe, yet they are there and not only caress the nose but also evoke a sense of luxury. Whereas with others, this connection does not really come to fruition.

Hope the comparison helps some. See you soon :)

Let's start with the impression that the fragrance exudes:

Sovereignty, class, and everyday suitability.

It is strange that I can find these attributes in only a few designer fragrances today.
Many have something fast-food-like, zeitgeist-driven, and functional about them, standing for nothing.

Not so with the eau for men!

Even though the longevity has diminished since its market introduction in 2014, one still gets a fragrance with newer batches (2018, 2019) that has not lost what it wants to convey.

What does it say?

It speaks of independence without being quirky, will please without being obliging, will play without being playful.

A fragrance that captures the iris from the brothers and dresses it in bluish-watery accents, creating a successful scent for everyday use that has little to do with the well-known blues and is independent.

The type of man will be sporty and athletic, less lumberjack-like.

The longevity is average and projects quite well for the first two hours, then becomes moderate.

The Dior project Eau for Men is truly sophisticated. From the scent, bottle, name, advertising model, poster... it is coherent and promotes what you get.

In the designer segment, I place it in the upper third, in the niche segment in the lower third!

Testing is worthwhile, bottle for then-become lovers!