Viola8

Fleur du Matin brings good vibes from the bottle, without being just another one of those popular, generic "feel-good scents."

The fragrance starts off very fresh, citrusy, and aromatic green, along with one of the most beautiful honeysuckle notes I know. There is definitely a "cologne quality" that I appreciate. Responsible for this, alongside grapefruit and lemon, is probably bergamot as well. The green notes of pine and herbs fit perfectly here and enhance the impression of a Mediterranean scent. Basil is pleasantly noticeable but does not push itself to the forefront.

This fragrance immediately transports you to a beautiful, shady, lush green coastal hiking trail, somewhere early in the morning in the south. The sun is already in the sky, and it promises to be a wonderfully pleasant summer day. Along the way, you stop to enjoy the scenery and delight in the scents of herbs and the abundantly wild honeysuckle. At the end of the little hike, you relax on the garden porch to enjoy a fresh tea.

The honeysuckle appears here full and round, truly wonderful. All the individual elements-citrusy, green, herbal, floral (I find it hard to identify other flowers besides honeysuckle)-harmoniously complement each other into a unity.

Fleur du Matin is only available as an Eau de Parfum, so there is long-lasting, buoyant lightness. Unfortunately, it has already been discontinued. Why does it always have to be the best?

In Frau Toni's Berlin shop, the unusual name Reseda caught my attention; I had never heard of the flower before. With the fragrance, it was immediately clear that this could be one for me, it stood out among the large selection. I assume that this version is identical to the one by Harry Lehmann, otherwise they would likely both be listed.

To get straight to the point: Yes, the scent is definitely old-fashioned and classic, but for me, that is not a downside, quite the opposite. Anyone who loves chypre fragrances and a classic, floral yet fresh elegance should definitely try Reseda. The scent progression is harmonious and stylish from start to finish. Unfortunately, no fragrance pyramid is provided. The initial impression is green, later woods and a spice will surely come into play, and possibly oak moss.

The floral aspect is wonderful; unfortunately, I cannot assess whether the namesake Reseda note is well captured, as I have never smelled the plant "in real life." Now, I definitely want a Reseda for my balcony, but unfortunately, even my well-stocked plant center does not offer it. The Reseda seems to have fallen out of fashion. It wasn't always like this. Even Jane Austen and her contemporaries, and later the Victorians, appreciated it for its fragrance (and not for the rather inconspicuous flowers). Somehow, I have the impression that the Reseda smells somewhat like the stock (Matthiola), but I am probably completely wrong; I will find out.

For the fact that the perfume is quite affordable, you get a really high-quality, multifaceted scent for all lovers of "Old School" floral fragrances. It certainly won't be a favorite for the masses, but that doesn't have to be a disadvantage.

I must confess, before I became the owner of this fragrance, I was not familiar with the brand at all. I stumbled upon it because there was a table in the perfumery with a sign saying "50% off." You can't resist testing it then. The name immediately caught my attention: charm and leaves, who could say no to that? The first test was immediately positive, mmh green and jasmine, it really smells good, somehow familiar yet unusual. Of course, the fragrance wouldn't let me rest, so the next day I walked back to the perfumery, and after another test, the purchase was a done deal, a very good decision.

The fragrance starts off very aromatic, fresh, and green. I perceive the citrus elements as rather subordinate; a beautifully subtle mint scent spreads out. Almost continuously, alongside the jasmine, you can sense the green elements like sage, marjoram, and thyme, but without it reminding you of salad dressing! Quickly, the very harmonious, fresh, and soft jasmine takes center stage. And then comes the base note. Here, a heaviness comes into play that you wouldn't have suspected after the light green opening. The patchouli comes without any Gothic or hippie associations. The longevity is excellent.

I simply can't keep my nose off my pulse when it's sprayed with C&F; you keep discovering new facets. A wonderful fragrance for the imagination. In this sense, it fits perfectly that the homepage of The Different Company evokes the image of an enchanted, mystical garden where wizards, shamans, and witches cultivate their wondrous plants and herbs. This image fits excellently with this beautiful fragrance, but everyone will find their own interpretation. Right now, I'm reminded of "A Midsummer Night's Dream" by Shakespeare.

Let me say upfront, you get exactly what the name promises. Since I appreciate freesias both as flowers and as a scent, I was delighted when I received an original sample.

The opening is beautiful and captures a true, natural freesia scent very well. Additionally, the top note is also remarkably green and fresh. Here, there is not just the floral scent, but the green of an entire flower shop.
Unfortunately, this wonderful first impression fades a bit; the development is not really bad, but also not exciting or surprising. I hardly perceive any of the pepper notes. What I do notice in the heart note are definitely lily of the valley. The listed woods remain far too subtle in the background; the impression is still floral-freesia-lily of the valley-heavy.

Especially in the base, I expected a bit more surprise and substance; instead, it leans slightly towards being sharp. The longevity is still good. All in all, it is still a nice straightforward freesia scent. Fans of this direction should give it a try. I will gladly use up my sample, but for a new purchase, it’s not enough; it lacks that special something.

This fragrance has proven itself to me over several years now; normally, I get bored with scents after a few years, but not this one. This scent literally bursts forth with an explosion of aromas and spices right after the first spray, making me feel energized. Later, the honey clearly comes to the forefront in a wonderfully pleasant way, but still not too sweet. Even vanilla, which I usually don't like at all, is nicely subtle here. It's important for me that it doesn't veer into the oriental territory at all.

TFT has become my winter classic, which delights me every year. Especially fans of Lapsang Souchong tea should definitely try it, as that is naturally one of the most dominant notes. Lapsang Souchong is a smoked black tea. If it really smelled like cigarette smoke, as some apparently perceive it, it wouldn't work for me, since cigarette smoke is about the most disgusting thing one can smell. Of course, Lapsang Souchong doesn't appeal to everyone, but here, that scent combined with the bouquet of spices is wonderfully captured.