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Сaper163 – :
I ordered samples of this fragrance after hearing good things about it from a friend. I tried 2 vials over a week period. It does smell great. Earthy tamed-down oud in a foresty dark-like environment in a good way. One huge problem: I cannot get this to last on my skin beyond an hour! Yes that short! After an hour it’s not there! No one can smell it on me and I cannot smell it myself! Absolutely not practical. So I called the company to ask if I was doing something wrong and they said this is the way it is supposed to be because it is a natural product! I do not know if I buy that! This is just not practical at all. I cannot keep applying every 2 hours. Impossible. And no it is not my skin. I get the same longevity and projection as people report from other brands.
This happens to be the case with most fragrances from this house. I ordered 4 different fragrances.
ABDRO 3000 – :
It does evoke the feeling of some dark cold lonely mountain castle where Dracula may reside, with [just a few] corpses laying around (probably the oud), but more so than that, it smells like Indian food -_- specifically the bowl of seeds and spices you grab on your way out…
Here’s the ACTUAL list of notes taken from the official site:
Fir Balsam, Rhododendron, Laurel Leaf, Geranium Rose, Carnation Accord, Mountain Poppy Accord, Orris Butter, Iris Accord, Wild Violet Accord, Cloves, Cumin, Cinnamon, Oakmoss Base, Natural Brown Oakmoss, Amyris/Sandalwood Blend, Indian Agarwood, Laotian Agarwood, Oud Accord, Civet Reconstruction, Vetiver, Opopanax, Nutmeg, Patchouli, Ylang Ylang, Muscone, Castoreum Reconstruction, Classic Natural Amber Base, Benzoin Resin
1. Notice there’s no Soil Tincture here, nor Cedar & Ambergris
2. Since the site differentiates “perfume” and “natural perfume,” I’m going to assume most of the “accords” involve synthetics
One of my least favorites out of the 10 samples, but still better than Leather Krem
mav040876mav – :
This review is for the demi-absolute:
A strong, syoofi, cheesy kind of oud is balanced against an array of violet notes. Oily, musty chords swirl around in the mix, but ultimately this is a massive, convoluted composition that’s hard to boil down to single elements. Wafts of cocoa, rotting fruit, and mossy notes rise and fall in unison, and the scent succeeds in that it’s truly the sum of its parts. Despite that, it’s not the most pleasant thing ever produced—and it’s certainly not that forgiving when worn. There’s a sweaty quality that stands out when placed up against what seems to be a bodied orris root and a camphorous laurel, and this is all spun in an oily, greasy fashion. Super evocative but oppressive overall. Although it smells quite different, I’m reminded of Salvador Dali PH in that it’s a cavalcade of stuff getting thrown at you. Although I wouldn’t necessarily suggest this for oud fans, I would be inclined to push it toward those who love iris as that’s what seems to be at the center of the blend.
sadko859 – :
On a rainy humid summer day, I wanted some dry heat and mountain freshness. Ms. Ida Meister has graciously gifted a wonderful sample of Soivohle’s Carpathian Oud. This is a sample of EDP(Demis-Absolute)! I have not tried the cologne version just yet. Whereas the reviews I read keep painting images of Transylvania, fiery gypsy dancers, and Count Tepish (Dracula), a completely different image pops up in my head.
As a kid, my parents used to take me with them on vacations to the Ukrainian part of Carpathian Mountains and it was a true adventure. Far away from the city noise and dirty air, this was an oasis. Endless green, earthy mountains, tons and tons of the most fragrant flowers untouched by pollution: incarnadine giant poppies, bright crimson dianthuses, mesmerizing honey heathers, seas of tender-violet campanulas (bellflowers)- all mixed in with earthly smell of dry soil and cedar trees with strong notes of invigorating pine trees, so abundant in this part of the mountains. But the image would not be complete without the small settlements of mountain dwellers, Ukrainian Kozakys. The men are very distinctive by their fluffy moustache and shaved heads with the exception of the long tail of hair, representing the man’s strength. They wear traditional handmade smocks, Vishivankas, and wide baggy pants. The women are very ornate in a selection of red and white dresses. They are extremely friendly and hospitable and greet the guests with a pint of a fragrant hops beer. You get the picture.
Soivohle’s Carpathian Oud is such an interesting recapture of those days. The fragrance opens with a strong hit of officinal herbs, bittersweet notes of poppy and dianthus are complimented by earthy laurel leaf and, providing depth. Oakmoss adds woodsy freshness. This mix recreates a smell of fresh wormwood and young forest with copious amounts of wild flowers. The smell is further warmed up by cedar notes and weighed down and sweetened by agarwood(oud). Oud is neither heavy nor overbearing, leaving the limelight to the floral bouquet. It pictured an image in my head of a Moldavo-Ukrainian singer, Sofia Rotaru roaming in her fold outfit, singing one of her profound songs exalting divinity of those paces.
On my skin the smell did not open well at all. It left an impression of visiting an herbalist with the medicinal aftertaste. The warmth of oud has withered away rather quickly (within an hour), leaving the smell of flowers. Without the oud, the fragrance has lost its nobleness and it smelled rather simple. I think this fragrance would work rather well with a lighter or naturally warm skin chemistry on which bittersweet notes are not as pronounced.
bigtorrent.org – :
After re testing this fragrance on my new SO, it is just divine on men. I mean, really just a stunner with the right chemistry!
Gardinier – :
a most unusual fragrance but i like it.i have tried both versions and i like the cologne best.i suggest that you try a sample first.lasts for a long time on my skin.this is best worn evening.
Dassytubfat – :
Today is my second wearing Carpathian Oud, and it’s shaping up to be my favorite oud. Halloween brought to mind Gary Oldman’s superb portrayal of Dracula, and what more appropriate moment to wear this, I reasoned. However, this is not scary: this is a sensous and persistent scent, dark with mystery and beauty, and a classic unisex. Richly bohemian in all the best ways, this fragrance speaks to my Gypsy soul.
The other accords in the mix act to balance the extradordinary weight I find in oud. After the aromatic opening, the oud resonates with the wood/soil accords and I find this fragrance beautiful the whole way through. Sillage is not overpowering, but there is definite presenct to this fragrance.
Yes, my favorite oud of all I have tried: onto my “want” list this beauty goes.
buyanoff.vladimir – :
Right now I’m testing the Demi Absolute version of Carpathian Oud. This I’m happy to say I feel is a different take on the popular oudh releases, finally! Liz takes us elsewhere than the exotic east with Oudh playing a more mannerly role than in many of the current releases. The opening is very much herbal, I don’t seem to detect a whole lot of “floral” notes going on. The first impression is definitely of the forest! Herbaceous, fresh, and easily gives me the sensation of being outdoors in a slightly damp, & chilly climate. After this herbal opening, Carpathian Oud moves into true Oudh territory, and here we have a rich, resonant heart that pulses between Oudh, cedar, amber, and the soil tincture. This soil scent is strangely accurate, like a tiny bit of Demeter’s “dirt”. I really enjoy this different climate & attitude given to the beautiful Oudh. Deep, resounding, calming, then warming again, this scent seems to not quite make up its mind where it wants to stay! The opening and mid stages stay in the cool climate, and slightly aloof, until the drydown, when it opens and finally gives up its full potential. In perfect balance, as exciting as warm breath on skin, moving together Oudh-so rich, amber, and the blood cedar dance and never overpower one another. I enjoy the olfactory journey given by this fragrance, and I have to say, it really is a must sniff for an Oudh lover. Even the moss doesn’t step out of line, it provides context only, so that we know, through the entirety of our fragrant journey, we are not in the east. The more I wear this fragrance, the more I find myself intrigued by it. The quality of this perfume is without question, and also the true unisex nature of it makes me really want to test it on a few men. Definitely an olfactory adventure, if you can get your hands on this fragrance, its a wonderful tale of Oudh, from a different perspective.
I will add a comparison after my test of the cologne version. As for the Demi Absolute.. Delicious!