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faker770 – :
1681? This scent reminds me of 1961. This smells exactly like my mother’s red lipstick from the 1960s. I’m not sure what kind of waxes or fatty oils they used back then, but this perfume is that, along with the iris, which I always associate with women’s makeup and powders. It is very strange that Carthusia is marketing this fragrance for men. Perhaps there was a mistake? Apparently not. The official website explicitly states “Genere – Maschile”. 1681 is ultra feminine to me. The dry-down is less waxy and more powder-puffy. I have some friends that are girls who love to dress up all the time in vintage 50s and 60s clothes. They are so fun to go out with. I recommended this fragrance to them…I know they’re going to love it for the uncanny mid-20th century lipstick vibe.
Inwaggeda – :
This is simply a herbal and aromatic version of Door Homme intense. The opening is very herbal and stays for like an hour then it dries down to the familiar iris note from Dior Homme intense but with some of the herbal notes lingering.
This is very elegant and a more masculine take on Iris for those that find Dior Homme too feminine. It wears elegant and has a retro feel about it especially in the opening, so younger folks may not necessarily find the opening appealing.
istomin48 – :
strong herbal opening which fades into an inoffensive scent on the skin. Just tried a sample , wont be adding to buy list as quite nondescript with poor sillage and staying time.
BOJI4APA78 – :
This is very woody & savory (spices + herbaceous notes + salty tone) plus a good amount of incense with only a little bit of Iris. Not that similar to Dior Homme…Are people basing this off of scent strips?
lolipop – :
This smells like a fresher and lighter version of Dior Homme. The ingredients are top notch and it smells great but too opulent and perfumery for me to wear casually. A good scent for dressing up and going out.
SerP – :
Beautifully sweet, sour, herby, spicy, woodsy and powdery. Gorgeous. Very luxurious and deep and elegant. I wear it easily, and get many compliments. It’s long-lasting, and one of my favourite perfumes. It’s fresh, uplifting and has a glorious smell.
meherrem333 – :
Not much to add to other reviewers’ opinions in that Carthusia 1681 has similarities with Dior Homme. it has a Mediterranean vibe because of citruses and herbs but also the conspicuous iris note.
However, 1681 is denser, luscious and more mature. The bed of vanilla and sandalwood gives it the edge over Dior Homme. The silage is moderate, as it should be IMO, but with good longevity as others have eluded to.
A winner and a must have !
Mecjp058Bessinepome – :
This starts citrusy, a classic high end cologne. Soon, it becomes powdery because of the iris (oh how I love Iris in men’s fragrance), and then smooths down in a balsamic wood, with some hints of vanilla (not too much — I hate vanilla in perfumes and I love this), and some faint musk (this is where I could use a bit more of it).
Longevity could be better, so could sillage, but this is too sophisticated to be screaming. It sits close to the skin and that’s where it remains, subtle, very elegantly. I imagine it as an Acqua di Parma Colonia Assoluta, but then with Iris and more perfume. Suitable for both warmer and cooler climate, but I use it in summer.
domoskinos – :
I got 1681 from my sister (she decided not to wear it at some point), which is a proof it’s clearly a unisex. To me, the first blast was citrus + iris + tobacco (well, OK, insense that felt like tobacco to me). Then I got vanilla. I tried it a few times but it just didn’t appeal to me personally. I do like the composition and the scent though, but it’s not what I would wear in public, at least 98% of the time.
This might be a masculine or unisex product to some, given these days’ standard expectations and tastes. Again, let me emphasize, I am not an old guy, I’m under 40. I do find 1681 more feminine that I would like it to be.
repsapCooke – :
Yes this perfume has some great class.
When I smell this i always have to think of a well dressed distinguished middle-aged gentleman. This is a very well designed perfume with great class.
First it has that typical iris-creamy-wax scent that reminds me of Dior Homme. But this stays fresh and is not too overwhelming and has more distinctive class.
Secondly: it has a very elaborated set of tones coming through: sandalwood, vanilla and cedar mixed into a nice combination. This perfume fits best for the fall and the winter period.
Second this perfume isn’t so typical for a men’s perfume. A real good perfume is in the end always unisex despite what others say or think.
A nice perfume with great class.
shaho24 – :
A lovely aromatic scent with a waxy iris overlay. I could do without the waxy iris, but the rest is very good.
2017 edit: I sniffed this again on a trip and fell in love! It seems I am not entirely iris-averse anymore. The herbal blend is just too good to pass up and I purchased a bottle. If you are a sucker for all things aromatic and monk-ish, it’s a must try. P.S. totally unisex IMO
patriot3 – :
I don’t really detect citrus up front but I do smell lots of herbal and woody notes. It is so well done that everything comes together in one masterful scent. This one is difficult to pick apart and without the list of notes I’d have a hard time figuring this one out.
I smell cedar, rosemary, thyme and something soft and floral (probably neroli). The herbal notes also come from petitgrain, which has a sharp green smell. I don’t detect musk or lavender and just barely catch a hint of black pepper. Iris? If you say so.
After a few hours you’ll mostly smell the herbal notes with a bit of amber and cedar. It’s clean and classy. I felt glad to find a herbal and modern scent that didn’t reek of vetiver.
Creates a nice, ambient scent around you through the day. Love tugging my shirt to get a whiff. Longevity was up to six hours. Sillage was soft.
Ромка – :
1681 opens with fruity bergamot that fades quickly and then the party gets started. The following release of its notes is like an orchestra. Mainly iris, sandalwood, cedar and thyme are building the crescendo. The incense is there but its not playing the first violin. I give this scent what it gives to me.
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PANTHER – :
I was very pleased to discover that Carthusia 1681, despite being marketed to men, is primarily an iris-cedar composition, which happens to be a very appealing unisex genre to me. I do believe that it is a full-fledged genre by now, as several different versions of this combination can be found among the niche houses. They range in degree of sweetness, depending on how much (if any) vanilla or tonka is around.
This particular version is less dry and austere than some but not very sweet at all. The wood smells so natural and beautiful, and the iris sings through. I like it a lot and am once again happy with the quality of a creation by Laura Tonatto for Carthusia. On my wish list!
tmk078bedyWelty – :
I purchased a sample of this from Luckyscent and confess I really like it. The fragrance starts out sharp on me and fades into a spicy powdery mix that reminds me a little of antique books. It’s billed as a masculine scent, but there is a softness to it also. It is exactly as described, woody, balmy, fresh and spicy. It is a unique fragrance great for a summer night.
kabus – :
The opening of this is a bit reminiscent of dior homme. Waxy, woody, and slightly tart/citrusy. As it progresses, it keeps that waxiness but stays slightly more fresh than dior homme. Very classic, mature, and sophisticated…sculpture of soul mentioned a negative about the. Later drydown and i have to agree. I get a predominantly sweet amber/ vanilla after about 2 hours. Good sillage and average projection. Not my favorite but ill be using this regularly for the coming fall months.
NikSergeef – :
1681 was quite a good surprise for me even if I’m not particularly fond of Carthusia’s fragrances. An iris driven opening pleasantly leaning towards the waxy side (lipstick) and enriched by herbs (rosemary), lavender and musk. The frankincense note is remarkably present throughout adding some depth expecially in the middle phase. Woody patterns and hints of neroli/bergamot enhance the classic aspect of this “modern” masculine composition.
Overall 1861 is quite an unique fragrance that’s at the same time very wearable yet anything but silly. Distinctive and discreet, classic and modern, “serious”. If you happen to visit italy don’t miss the chance to check Carthusia’s fragrances as they sell way much cheaper than overseas. Very nice.
Rating: 7.5/10
Endolvelete – :
1681 is nice – it opens with a waxy orris blast along with some petitgrain and herbs. The orris smells most like that from Xerjoff’s Modoc, but for those who haven’t smelled it, imagine a fuller and more waxy smelling take on Dior Homme’s Iris note, or the waxy-ish orris of the opening of Traversee du Bosphore minus the fruits.
To me, everything that happens in the fragrance happens underneath this slightly waxy haze that persists through the life of the fragrance. This isn’t a bad thing per se, it’s just.. unique. After the greenish petitgrain and herbs fade from the opening the scent becomes primarily a waxy, iris lavender and cedar. It calls to mind Tam Dao to some extent, although a hint waxier, and with the addition of the lavender note.
Longevity is good and sillage is moderate. It has that “modernized old world” feel to it. A classical structure that is interpreted for modern tastes. A nice scent, although the late drydown becomes quite one dimensional and that may be the deal breaker for me. The top to early heart phase is extraordinary, though. I wish they’d raise the cost if necessary and add some more substance and dimension to the base.