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Phoenix Fougere
Though I have used a few fougeres over the years, I am not normally a fougere kind of guy - I prefer the darker scents. That being said, I am enjoying Phoenix Fougere. It was the really nice jasmine note that did it for me. Fougere fragrances, like Dior Eau Sauvage, have jasmine but it is usually lost behind the stronger, what I call, "barber shop" notes. Eau Sauvage smells more like an older gentleman's fougere. Phoenix Fougere does not give you that "Old School" feel. I would say that it is more of a "New School" kind of fougere, that any age group would enjoy.
After swiping, I got a herbaceous tart orange citrus accord. After a short time the slightly bitter floral notes came out to play. The jasmine was the most pronounced, but I did pick up some ylang-ylang and lavender in the mix. The jasmine is not the normal jasmine most people are used to. It is Jasmine Sambac. I know the smell of this one from some of Sultan Pasha's attars. Really nice, almost animalic (for lack of a better term). After a time, light bittersweet and dry earth notes take center stage. The wood notes present themselves shortly afterward. By this time, the citrus has receded into the background.
Phoenix Fougere can be worn for work or play, and would wear best during the cooler seasons of Autumn and Winter.
If you are a fan of fougeres, try this. You will be pleasantly surprised.
Recommended.
9/10
After swiping, I got a herbaceous tart orange citrus accord. After a short time the slightly bitter floral notes came out to play. The jasmine was the most pronounced, but I did pick up some ylang-ylang and lavender in the mix. The jasmine is not the normal jasmine most people are used to. It is Jasmine Sambac. I know the smell of this one from some of Sultan Pasha's attars. Really nice, almost animalic (for lack of a better term). After a time, light bittersweet and dry earth notes take center stage. The wood notes present themselves shortly afterward. By this time, the citrus has receded into the background.
Phoenix Fougere can be worn for work or play, and would wear best during the cooler seasons of Autumn and Winter.
If you are a fan of fougeres, try this. You will be pleasantly surprised.
Recommended.
9/10
Green Velvet
A very nice woody citrus fragrance.
After swiping, I get a very nice fresh lime note. After a short while, a woodsy cedar note with musty overtones presents itself. This effect reminds me of how the lime plays out on your skin when first spraying on Siberian Musk. As the lime note diminishes, the sandalwood becomes more noticeable by the creamy note. At this point, Green Velvet becomes a creamy musty wood fragrance with lime undertones - the lime is now complimenting the wood notes.
Not being an offensive or overbearing fragrance, Green Velvet could easily be worn for work or play. Projection is about an arms length.
Perfect for the Summer months - even those hot days.
Recommended.
8/10
After swiping, I get a very nice fresh lime note. After a short while, a woodsy cedar note with musty overtones presents itself. This effect reminds me of how the lime plays out on your skin when first spraying on Siberian Musk. As the lime note diminishes, the sandalwood becomes more noticeable by the creamy note. At this point, Green Velvet becomes a creamy musty wood fragrance with lime undertones - the lime is now complimenting the wood notes.
Not being an offensive or overbearing fragrance, Green Velvet could easily be worn for work or play. Projection is about an arms length.
Perfect for the Summer months - even those hot days.
Recommended.
8/10
Herod by Parfums de Marly
The perfect balance of tobacco and sweetness. This has a moist tobacco note. Not as sweet as Pure Havane, which can be a good thing if you do not care for fragrances that are too sweet.
Two sprays to the back of my neck and the scent was detected 6 feet away. The next day, the scent was slightly lighter but still easily detectable on my skin.
If you are able to purchase, I highly recommend Herod!
10/10
Two sprays to the back of my neck and the scent was detected 6 feet away. The next day, the scent was slightly lighter but still easily detectable on my skin.
If you are able to purchase, I highly recommend Herod!
10/10
Blu Mediterraneo Fico di Amalfi
If you enjoy the scent of fresh figs with added notes of the white sap of broken fig branches along with light floral and citrus notes, look no further. If you are looking for something different for Summer wear, I highly recommend this fragrance.
When the temperature gets over 80 F (27 C), the scent intensifies. Hot weather really does make this fragrance shine! I would suggest using this fragrance only during hot summer days.
Longevity is 4 to 6 hours. Sillage is 3 to 4 feet.
8/10
When the temperature gets over 80 F (27 C), the scent intensifies. Hot weather really does make this fragrance shine! I would suggest using this fragrance only during hot summer days.
Longevity is 4 to 6 hours. Sillage is 3 to 4 feet.
8/10
Arabian Knight
A warm floral lemon amber cream enveloped by slightly sharp cinnamon/cedar notes. The cinnamon is not sweet but a dry cinnamon. Personally, I really enjoy this fragrance. Great for any season.
Longevity is 7-12 hours. Sillage is heavy and can be noticed from about 6 feet (2 meters) away.
Signature scent worthy but may not be for everyone. If you can, try before you buy. My blind buy was worth it.
10/10
Longevity is 7-12 hours. Sillage is heavy and can be noticed from about 6 feet (2 meters) away.
Signature scent worthy but may not be for everyone. If you can, try before you buy. My blind buy was worth it.
10/10
