...Next up is Mysterious Oud... My initial impressions are that this one smells pleasant, but similar to compositions like Royal Oud by Creed real Oud seems to be missing, instead swapping in likely synthetic Oud, supported by peppery angelica and waxy iris with a bit of a jasmine-like floral undertone. Certainly easy to wear, but again not wowing me. Edit: There is a nice sandalwood in the dry-down that was a nice addition to the earlier development...I am beginning to think this house just is not to my taste... That said, I will soldier on through the rest of the samples with the hope I am wrong. I really *want* to find one I love, but alas, nothing so far.

...Up today is Chic et Bohème. This one early on is coming off as a super-sweet syrupy vanilla infused Ylang-ylang driven floral with mandarin orange support. The sweetness is *way* overdone and does not work well with the florals. I guess one can only hope the late dry-down improves because so far this one is a big miss.Update: Things improve considerably after the horrific open. The sweetness comes back down to earth, leaving an excellent Ylang-ylang heart accord. It is a real shame most (rightly) won't make it past the sugary floral open. Taunt pi!

...MiaTrost:Chabaud send their regards to the community, explicitly stating that they appreciate the feedback very much. They told me they intentionally 'painted in watercolour' in order to play safe with their initial releases and aimed at moderate volume so as to have a more intimate vibe to their fragrances. However, they seem to love the idea to explore a more edgy take with future creations. I love that kind of interaction with a house!This is a marvelous house for those of us who work in perfume-hostile environments. I'm always on the lookout for fragrances that have the gossamer beauty of some of the Annick Goutals and a few of the better Jo Malones. How amazing that they're open to our feedback, too. I'd love to have a beautiful chypre with dainty sillage for the office, if Chabaud is listening. Thanks for the current line, as well. I'm still figuring out which ones work best for me, but will definitely be purchasing once I do. :)

...Thanks to Mia, I have the opportunity to sample most if not all the offerings from the Chaboud line. I will post quick initial thoughts in this thread as I sample one a day. Longer reviews will be posted in the reviews section.The first sample I have tried on skin is Eau Ambree. This one is a rather polished mildly spiced light slightly sweet and powdery amber and bergamot citrus combo composition. The composition is pretty linear with little projection and only decent longevity. I find it interesting that it is described as an Eau de Parfum, as I find it pretty weak, just above Eau de Cologne strength on my fragrance-friendly skin. All-in-all a nice lighter take on amber, but far from groundbreaking...

...Lovely to have you join in, Foustie. Enjoy! Let us know what you think of the range.Chabaud send their regards to the community, explicitly stating that they appreciate the feedback very much. They told me they intentionally 'painted in watercolour' in order to play safe with their initial releases and aimed at moderate volume so as to have a more intimate vibe to their fragrances. However, they seem to love the idea to explore a more edgy take with future creations. I love that kind of interaction with a house!

...Hi Mia. I have let tincturereall know that I would very much like to join in. I'm in the UK.

...A very apt characterisation of the Mme. Chabaud's style, Tinctureall. Her fragrances are refined and smart. Tough with one creation, I'd argue, she does venture into a more daring territory. And I agree, it would be interesting to see her explore the edgy approach she's apparently capable of. I also second your impression of a rather moderate volume.Cryptic wrote a wonderful overview of the range, if anyone would like to refer to a summary.Fancy Francy: Exploring the House of ChabaudI offer an additional set (à 1.8 ml samples) to any Parfumo interested, regardless of location. Just to make sure, this would be a sample pass around, i.e., a set of samples to explore and then forward to the next in line. It would be nice if you'd also enjoy to write a review. So, if you are interested, just let me know. :)

...you to Mia for the chance to try all these Chabaud perfumes. Sophie Cabaud has a wonderfully light touch with her perfumers palette. I would say she paints extremely good and accurate photorealistic scenes but always... They are very lovely and very polite. All extremely wearable and all suitable for the office and daywear. Nothing wrong in that at all.However......Sophie if you are reading this. I would love to see you put a very naughty hat on for a little while and just for a bit of fun, explore your really wicked...

...creative director at YSL back in 2000) may not appeal to you. Indeed, photographer Steven Meisel caused outrage with this shoot featuring a naked Sophie Dahl sprawled over black satin. One would think that perhaps by then people had seen it all before and would not particularly care about this image...

...by Helmut Newton, 1971Not surprisingly many perfume advertisements are erotic in nature.2000 campaign by Creative Director Tom Ford, featuring Sophie Dahl. I know, this is ice cream, not perfume, but I think it is hot. :wink: What are your favourite perfume ads or commercials?Edited to restore the...

...by the high and mighty owner of the glossy magazine "Runway". Meryl Streep really is a good actress, all the range from "Kramer vs. Kramer" to "Sophie's Choice" to "Prime" to "The Devil wears Prada...

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...from the catholic calender of saints, and starting with May 11th, they are Mamertus, Pankratius, Servatius, Bonifazius and at last, "die kalte Sophie" (cold Sophie).So, I am looking forward to warm weather on Wednesday! :) how warm does it get in GermanyExtreme heat can go up to 38° C, that is 100° F...

...from the catholic calender of saints, and starting with May 11th, they are Mamertus, Pankratius, Servatius, Bonifazius and at last, "die kalte Sophie" (cold Sophie).So, I am looking forward to warm weather on Wednesday! :) how warm does it get in...

...from the catholic calender of saints, and starting with May 11th, they are Mamertus, Pankratius, Servatius, Bonifazius and at last, "die kalte Sophie" (cold Sophie).So, I am looking forward to warm weather on Wednesday...

...IIThe Empire Strikes Back Raging Bull The Wizard of Oz The Sound of Music The Graduate Dog Day Afternoon Sophie's Choice Do the Right ThingAmerican Graffiti One Flew over the Cuckoo's Nest PlatoonBlue Velvet Sorry 13...

...Sophi:Iris Nobile by Acqua di Parma :PWill you be buying the edt or the edp? My understanding is that they are different. I have the edp... 8...

...Iris Nobile by Acqua di Parma :P