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slava-ru0 – :
One of the best floral-orientals created in modern times… Gucci eau de parfum was a TRUE masterpiece, terribly missed and mourned by many.
Perhaps too sophisticated and complex in an era where most women are addicted to simple, easy, and airy fragrances loaded with cotton candy, shampoo-like freshness, synthetic fruit, and white musks.
The reference to vintage L’Heure Bleue is obvious, yet Gucci eau de parfum never looses its individuality and feeling of actuality. In character however, it seems darker and moodier than the Guerlain’s creation! 🙂
Birtrek – :
A stone cold classic. Why it was discontinued is beyond me.
krambal – :
I have one new 30 ml/1 oz. package. Can sell if you need.
Skaksteat – :
Strange. Smells like a big nonaerated carpet shop from the 80-ties (sour carraway-like unpleasant scent of synthetic linings) + sweet burning plastic.
zasada343 – :
Very dark beauty, full of incense but not the one from Gucci pour homme. Incense here is more like thai one. This one is tricky, sometimes I get a lot of caraway, sometimes leather and incense and sometimes clean soapy blast of neroli. I’m wearing this one for few days now and I knew that this reminds me something else and now I know – Comme des Garcons 2Man. There are more similarities between these two than CdG and Gucci pour homme, even the notes are quite similar 🙂
vladbodzin – :
Anybody knows where i can find it? Is it finished for this beauty?
Thank you! 🙂
babyboy1231 – :
Just got a 1oz bottle from Perfume Emporium for under 60.00 dollars. I had ordered the Gucci by Gucci but was sent this instead. Not complaining
iropuphogue – :
Powdery animalic oriental. Retro in style, very classy. Lots of indoles from the orange blossom with a sweet but soft ambery base. Warm, dark, and lush, this is a fragrance of another era.
Edit: I was wearing Chantilly today and wondering what it reminds me off… and it’s Gucci Eau de Parfum! Gucci is a little richer, and has more depth, but Chantilly is *very* close. If you want your Gucci fix but are having a hard time finding it, try Chantilly.
tinochka15 – :
For anyone who is searching for a great replica/dupe of this gem: try the rendition of Perfume Parlour. I have had about 6 bottles of Gucci EdP; some of them differ in strength and development, so I have quite some experience how different batches develop on my skin. I personally believe the PP dupe captures the essence of Gucci EdP very well.
Yes, some elements aren’t that strongly present. A list of the differences I can perceive (I bought an oil version, so the opening is different from a spray version):
– The opening isn’t that sharp, it’s softer and less distinguishable
– The caraway and thyme are more mellow compared to the original
– The neroli and iris are toned down, but the heliotrope is still noticeable
– The basenotes appear more quickly and like the other notes, they are less distinguishable.
Whereas the original is more of a smooth calf leather jacket, you could compare the dupe to a suede leather jacket. It’s smoother, less detailed but it still manages to capture that wonderful, snuggly feeling of the original: soft suede, smooth incense, wonderful combination of spices/vanilla/wood and a touch of florals.
It’s worth a shot in my opinion! Can’t comment on longevity yet. Sillage is soft, but the original was always soft on me, so I guess that’s not a bad thing. I also don’t think the original would benefit from a lot of sillage, since it would become too overwhelming. You can consider me quite impressed with this dupe. It’s also a lot more economical compared to the prices the original is going for these days…..
PS: Not affiliated in ANY way with Perfume Parlour.
Edit: So I have had the dupe for quite some time. Compared to two bottles of Gucci, the dupe contains more vanilla and is a bit sweeter. I also suspect it’s amped up on the white flowers and the white musk. It kind of misses that spiciness; it doesn’t have that ‘Dr.Pepper-effect’ compared to the original. To conclude, it’s a more clean version, albeit a very nice one.
sanya29 – :
GPH I sister – well…other story. We have a monster longevity here, and a very interesting combination of ingredients. The result is a princiar perfume, long lasting, distinctive, sexy and mysterious in the same time. Tom Ford at its best, working for Gucci. A masterpiece, better than her brother GPH I, also beautiful but weak with zero projection.
HaeMHuk90 – :
Super scent. Interesting, because unusual. It has a deep woody note, so masculine, even cognac. In addition to the depth of cinnamon, in addition to all the other mixed ingredients create perfumes ideal for the December season. Durability of 10 hours – excellent.
They used real cinnamon to make it, not like nowadays when real spices are forbidden in production by EU.
darkhorse3 – :
I received this today…The more tall bottle..1 oz edp, some call it “gucci brown”.
The opening does remind me of Gucci Pour Homme I, but not 100%….sister and brother…
It is probably a re-form in this bottle…sigh…
I like the scent, glad to have it. The dry-down however, is lack-luster on me. I thought this may have been more spicy, but it is in the middle.
ostap150388 – :
this is absolutely stunning. I can say without ny doubt that is similar in vibe with the Gucci PH I – same feeling even different composition. But no comparsion in sillage and logevity with GPH I which are truly disappointing. Gucci parfum (unisex!) lasting almost all day on my skin and everybody asking what I wear. What a dicovery, so happy!
Siilage 8/10
Projection 9/10
scent 9.5/10
toff35 – :
Old times…when GUCCI was…you know, Gucci and nothing else. Deep, dramatic, full bodied, with a mistery around every spray, very good longevity and definitely unique. yes, discontinued from years but it can still be found, pricy but worthy! You can t go wrong with this. if you love Britney Spears or Mariah style in scents, stay away and don t waste your money with this piece of an art. Fabulous. 9/10
vakula – :
This is a beautifully seductive perfume. I discovered it when I bought the Tom Ford Gucci PH for myself. I recommended the Femme to several friends who loved it and bought it. Of course it is now stupidly discontinued. Gucci once had distinctive and desirable fragrances. Now they have none.
neutrop – :
Gucci 1oz edp spray bottle
This has to be reformulated because a lot of the reviews mention its richness and sillage. In this version its about arms length then becomes a skin scent rather quickly.
Upon first spray the green slightly bitter neroli and heliotrop play in a soft way. This whole fragrance is slick, and reminded me of a Tom Ford fragrance.
Well Tom Ford released this while he was under the house of Gucci. Its a formal, lived in scent perfect for work, datenight or anytime. Its a soft suede leather with vanillic balsamic woods and caraway. This is definately a gender neutral fragrance
It had average lasting power and im glad to have this to wear when I need a great fragrance for after work drinks. This one dresses you uo in a unique way. Well done. I can just dream of the 2003 formulation. Its still worth having in any form if you are 30 and over.
vit2030 – :
It is green/bitter powdery on me…three sprays and I keep sniffing on my wrist. Something about it reminds me like faint Habanita, but more subtle and green. This one and Gucci EdP II, are most praised women’s fragrances that Gucci ever made. Gucci Guilty? Naaaah
Daeron259 – :
I simply regret not having tested it when it was released (or at least I do not remember having done it) after managed to get a sample of what I suppose it is a recent formulation. I really can imagine its glorious past although what I have experienced these days is a weak juice with low projection, and I am sure this would not have happened with a Gucci EDP in 2002.
I came intrigued by the role of a dominant leather/incense note in a feminine perfume, especially in a Gucci one and I thought it would also work perfectly on a man. Well, Gucci Parfum is so cleverfull blended that all it suggests is the perfume of a fierce and daring woman that sporadically might be borrowed by her man, pure irony.
Most of the time I am smelling a classical floral fragrance excited by spicy caraway and supported by a tremendously dirty and masculine note I suppose it is thyme. I find this mix very audacious, unusual, incredibly sexy and persistent. The fragrance is pretty linear but slowly moves to a feminine base of sandalwood, vanilla, musk where again another dirty and masculine note of leather appears, strenghthening the playful game.
What else can I say? Another gem in the vast Gucci legacy.
stepan_b – :
there are three perfumes i am missing the most
Gloria , Shalimar Initial and this!!!
it breaks my heart not being able to enjoy them any more.
oh yes ..bring those jewels back!
bulat 2011 – :
WOW, this IS lovely!! Very rich and smooth. Softly spiced and creamy. A well blended fragrance…you can still buy this at Fragrance X.
I blind bought this because of all the wonderful reviews, and I am glad I did!! Thank you everyone! 🙂
world30rus – :
Is there a sexier bottle? The substantiality of this high modernist goblet serves only to contrast the rarity of its contents, which are reminiscent of the finest cognac. One spray was all it took. The fragrance was sexy, without being cloying. Rich, without being overwhelming. Tremendously long lasting, but applied judiciously, close to the skin. I probably won’t shell out enough to buy it again, but this was my introduction to smokiness, leather and spices. It’s been nearly 15 years since I’ve worn this. I suspect it would be too sultry for me now, but would love to revisit it.
ararara – :
I got a sample of Gucci, with plans to spend some Christmas money on a full bottle if I LOVED it. And I don’t. I like it, quite a bit actually, but for me it’s not worth what it costs these days. Sweet and verrrrry smooth. I get the leather, which is awesome, but besides that, I mainly get root beer. I don’t get any smokiness, which is what I was most hoping for. All in all, it is a shame it was discontinued, but it didn’t make me swoon.
Total2009 – :
Darn this one is simply amazing in every way! I have it and adore it. I found a bottle for a great deal on Ebay and grabbed it. I had been saving my partial bottle for special occasions but now I can wear it regularly once again. I’ll save the new bottle for my back up stash.
This one is really special because it’s got something in there slightly different then other fragrances that gives it a special edge. Something spice to it that is warm and sexy. I don’t understand why it was ever discontinued honestly it’s a little masterpiece of a fragrance. Shame it’s so expensive now being it’s discontinued. I wish there was something else like it out there but I have yet to find it. The only one that seemed to share similarities is Alexander McQueen My Queen. But that is also expensive.
ded57 – :
I have a review below but would like to add to the chant “Bring it back! Bring it back!” even if as a seasonal limited edition.
supchik_k – :
Bring back 3 3 3 !!!!
I remember the first time I smelled the scent in the heavy glass bottle, I was thirteen and thought the bottle looked like it had rum or whiskey in it. It was a fancy store in Stockholm and I sprayed it on my wrist – I remember sniffing it the whole day (and next day) thinking it would be my signature scent when I was old enough to buy it.
I’ve tried to find other perfumes but nothing measures up to this classy babe perfume. Its creamy, spicy and a little sweet – it sort of reminds me of how my cat used to smell, like irresistible or musky.
– Gucci edp forever –
Beeklymaymnmlnmx – :
bring the perfume back
rtj561speagoessenda – :
beautiful scent.. period.. lucky to have this with cheap price
kattyul73 – :
Does anyone have a cap for the 2.5oz bottle? Mine is broken and im in need of another 😀
kommentarii-k-gpk – :
This is delicious sultry feminine scent. Suede and spice at first with hint of vintage adelhydes settles quickly into soft musk clean shampoo, mild powder and delicate flowers. Such a gentle comfort scent that wears close to the skin and a cozy mood uplifter. Each note is softly pronounced in right doses.
Glad I got it recommended, and definite must try for most who favor the notes listed. Keeper for sure 🙂
SLAYERMADES – :
Gucci is absolutely Sexy and sensual! I love this Juice is definitely inviting and will seduce your senses and those around you…and I’m a Guy! Buy this Beaut before they discontinue like all the Memorable and Classic fragrances that will never come back unfortunately.
DKWpop – :
The PERFECT fragrance. Why is it discontinued? i want it back. It smells like feminity, arousal, desire and passion all together. It is marvelous!
sadevice – :
I have the bottle that is picture 2nd from the top, the (small) taller rectangular bottle which I bought probably about 9 years or so ago…and I still have it, about 1/4 bottle left. I spent almost 5 years of that time traveling about and was without most of my perfumes, hence its fantastic longevity. Having recently gathered all of my perfumes back together in one place, like one big gorgeous smelling family, I have started to wear it again. I’d forgotten just how unique and totally scrumptious this perfume is. I’m not sure if my bottle has “aged” slightly but in any case, it smells really good and has great longevity on my skin! I’m pretty rubbish as being able to identify specific notes in perfume unless they’re blatantly obvious, but I can say that to me this perfume is warm, spicy, sexy, quietly confident, and a stand-out. I can’t think of anything that smells quite like this one. I’m sure there are other perfumes out there that would be in the same vein, but they’ve not crossed my nose. This is a sophisticated and unique scent, it’s sultry but not in an overt way. Wearing this makes me feel special and a bit of a stand-out myself….now that’s a hell of a juice!
DARLIBG – :
This is every bit as good as they say it is, and probably my favorite powdery leather after cuir de russie. Cumin or caraway in large doses can get sweaty but here it really helps connect the leather scent to the skin in a pleasant and sensual way. The balance of the spices and inedible vanilla is superb and there is the slightest hint of something herbal (and also anisic?) in the background that keeps the scent fresh. I guess heliotrope is at the center of the composition but it never feels thick or doughy and just provides a mild sweetness and creaminess that is nicely juxtaposed with the cool, watery iris. Andrier has a way of creating interesting compositions that somehow feel effortless–this one could easily have become retro or melancholic (at times it’s reminiscent of classic guerlains like l’heure bleu and apres l’ondee) but she manages to maintain a sort of lightness and insouciance throughout that feels modern and incredibly stylish.
I think it’s unisex, leaning slightly towards feminine. Would be fantastic on a man too, definitely.
Malvinooz – :
I’m a guy and my signature perfume is (or at least was…) GPH 1 from 2003-2013.
I was in a Singapore Department store last weekend with a lot of discontinued stock, saw 3 boxes and bought one 50ml for little€ as I have friends that use it. I was intrigued by the reviews here and bought it either to give away or at least get my money back on eBay after having a jolly good old analysis.
Firstly there is zero resemblance to the male contemporary version at all and I don’t get the Coca Cola opening as some people report although maybe a more complex hint of Dr. Pepper, play dough, Operating Theatre ether or chloroform. That does go after a few minutes, though.
It’s a weird tincture alright and unique as were all the Tom Ford creations. I would be interested to see how it smells on a girls skin, not mine. I may wear it a few times out of curiosity but it is way too feminine and dense aroma albeit not in a girly way at all. It reeks class and differentiation.
I also don’t get any obvious Caraway note as whatever’s in there is overpowering & complicating that. Something flowery is dominating here and I don’t know the notes that relate to flowery perfumes as never had any interest in them or worn them previously.
After a while some incense comes through but not male like church incense. More like frangipani or Balinese or Thai temple offering sticks…
After the powerful opening it settles to something very sophisticated and unlike most women’s smells.
I imagine this on some sexy & fit 30-40 yr-old lady with impeccable couture and living on 5th or Park Av. …but one that earned her way there rather than found a guy that did.
Also; I would advise that only one squirt is EXTREMELY powerful and totally enough, if not actually way excessive. This goes on for many hours too. I would advise 1 very weak squirt only – otherwise the subtlety and enigma will be utterly lost. This should just lurk underneath and mystify:- not blast all and sundry in the environs…..
Алинна – :
Sweet, fuzzy, cosy leather. It’s like wearing a well worn leather jacket over a cashmere sweater while you drink a vanilla latte. Very unique and very good.
bmGrowing – :
i live in nz and have a near full 75 mll bottle for sale
Teliencushill – :
this review is to ADSTARBABY:
i used to love Gucci and Gucci II and now that these perfumes are discontinued i have found a replacement for it, incredibly but true and as long lasting as Gucci is Avon Imari Elixir which i find very very close to Gucci i have both perfumes and to my nose these 2 fragrances smell very similar, i hope u can find it in your country, it is very cheap but very good quality perfume, i think you should try it.
powerman_7 – :
I use this sparingly to begin with because it’s such a unique fragrance but now that I read it’s been discontinued, I shall use it only on the rarest of occasions! Powdery yet earthy and strangely comforting. I got this at Marshall’s in a gift set that came with a large spray parfum and two “dab” ointments (one in a lighter version, the other was the regular?) and I will be forever grateful that I snatched it up out of pure curiosity!
waychiata – :
I’ve been using this for years until it was discontinued.
I can’t find it anymore in my country, nor on online. I didn’t use credit card so I can’t buy it outside of my country.
Wearing this, I feel very confident, bold and sharp.
By the same time feel so sensual & mysterious.
Whenever I walked in the office, everybody know that it was me.
Bad side about this, I’ll get allergy rash on my neck, where I sprayed on. Maybe my skin got problem with certain ingredients. Hack, I always ready with the allergy cream & apply it, problem solved! Regardless, this scent is still & will be always no.1 for me.
Until now I keep searching for replacement that similar to this.
The scent keep haunting me! 🙁
older80 – :
Woody Floral Leather
I can honestly say that I have never smelled a perfume like this. This is so unique, and it has such a unique character. There is a lightness to this perfume, but there is also a presence. It is never loud, but is always detectable. There is a stunning clarity to all the notes–nothing is obfuscated by large amounts of powder or musk. The perfume manages to be clear without being screechy, or conversely, too soft. This Gucci is simply amazing.
Caraway is a unique note. I’ve never worn a caraway-centric perfume before, but it adds a deep woodiness to the perfume, vs. being spicy. Sweet, clear heliotrope and caraway go together like peanut butter & jelly. After the topnotes melt into the skin, a very discreet incense note joins the mix, and the leather note–the leather is not a beefed up, smoky kind, rather a pleasantly worn leather jacket on a chilly fall day-that kind of cold leather scent. That woody heliotrope-leather accord is to die for. The basenotes become less floral, and the sandalwood, incense, vanilla, and a hint of musk finish things out.
This perfume is never loud, but you are reminded throughout the day that you have it on, it projects in just the right way.
I know that this perfume is discontinued (I spent a bit on 30 mls of the juice, and then loved it so much that I snapped up a used 50 ml bottle that was 3/4 full) and even though is it is not a floral/fruity/clean perfume, I think that it is perfectly understated and modern and wearable almost 15 years after its release. Bottega Veneta eat your heart out.
If you like this sort of thing, get it while you can.
ybkru – :
WOWZA this one is lovely. Warm, fuzzy, cozy. It’s really different from anything in my collection. While it’s warm and vanilla like, it’s not heavy or overwhelming. Therefore this could easily be worn in the summer. The leather note is ever so faint and not heavy. It’s warm yet fresh and clean smelling. Just when I think it faded it’s still there. It’s not an in your face type scent like other Gucci’s can be. I understand the love for this perfume it’s very well done. I had sprayed it by my desk and I kept smelling something over the past few days that was just so clean and pleasant. Then I remembered it was the Gucci.
sherifsaf – :
Gucci EDP smells like a clean and fresh take on heliotrope to my nose, reminds me of fabric softener for some reason. Soft and not too sweet. Oddly enough I’m not detecting any incense or leather. I do have trouble identifying leather in perfumery though, but incense is something that I can usually pick out. Good longevity and soft-to-moderate sillage. Well-blended, complex, and unique.
Alexandru04 – :
un altro profumo inspiegabilmente fuori produzione. chi può, tenga da parte una scorta di questa fragranza che merita grande attenzione non foss’altro per la sua elegante originalità poco commerciabile. l’accordo si apre magnificamente con un mix di fiori d’arancio e eliotropio, molto floreale appunto, che però, in pochi minuti, lascia passare il cumino. l’effetto è di una bomba floreale e speziata, assai gradevole e poco sentita altrove. queste note intossicanti si assestano su un bel cuoio, che non diventa mai preminente, e che segna il passaggio sulle note di fondo, legnose e muschiate, di uno “skin scent” elegante e molto sensuale. ottimo.
Lelik2040 – :
I’m in love! Spicy, smoky, vanillic gorgeousness wrapped in soft beautiful leather. It’s a gem of a soft oriental and it’s a travesty that this has been discontinued. This is so seductive and womanly yet it’s cosy and comforting. A winter warmer for sure! Perfect for evening wear and cocktail parties . I can see it being a head turner and impressing men and women alike.
This is what Gucci should smell like. It should be their signature fragrance. It’s a fragrance for sensual, classy women who know how to enjoy themselves. And that’s how I feel wearing it.
Anna93 – :
I have tried an assortment of indie, inexpensive, high-end, middle-eastern, and every-other-descriptor-type of perfume. However, this may actually be my favorite; I fear that it will run dry too soon, so I save it for special events. As perfume collectors, you will know how significant it is for me to say that If I could wear only one perfume ever, it would be this one. An absolutely stunning blend that is perfect in every way; when is any perfume this good? It is such a pity that this gorgeous scent has been discontinued!
If you are looking for something similar- try Alkemia Madam X
annlum – :
I was fortunate enough to find this frag several years ago; one large bottle and a gift set with two solid perfume compacts. THIS is my second fav frag in the world, only surpassed by Jil Sander #4.
Smooth and rich, this wears for at least 12 hours solid on me, and on clothing, for days.
I review a vintage bottle that was purchased about 13 years ago.
The positive reviews say everything, notes, etc…I will only add that I wish that I could find this still—
It makes one feel rich.
colin7795 – :
This is one of the smoothest, most well-balanced fragrances I’ve ever tried. Heliotrope and incense are notes that usually put me off, especially in such dominant roles, but here they smooth each other out just so. Vanilla lends the composition warmth and accessibility. The caraway just sort of winks at me here and there, while the leather and sandalwood solemnly anchor everything down. I love this for the holidays, or any cold-weather special occasion. It’s too bad this fragrance has been discontinued. Try it if you can get your hands on it.
juravlik – :
Warm, creamy incense. Never thought that I would like a incense based perfume, but this is not bad. It’s not something I would wear though. *heave a sigh of relief for my wallet* A sharper top note would have added dimension to this perfume as it smells pretty ‘flat’ on my skin.
vdvparf – :
Beautiful and unbelievable that this was created in the 00’s as it smells old and mysterious (in a good way just the type of fragrances I like), sensual, spicy and inviting smooth like cashmere. The first couple of hours you really get the caraway but once it melds down and softens it’s hauntingly beautiful. I consider this to be like a masculine version of Classique EDT – creamy spicy, vanilla cashmere smooth but with caraway in place of the ginger/anise notes that are in Classique. The bottle is terrible but very beautiful like a big solid whiskey decanter – the lid is a giant piece of glass that sits on top but doesn’t actually attach to the bottle. If I come across another bottle I will snap it up!
well the good news is I got my hands on a vintage partly used bottle. It still smells the same but my love for this has died. I am relieved that I am not tempted to go spend up on large on Ebay now. I had my taste of the past and it wasn’t for me any longer. I have let it go. RIP Gucci EDP you were a great perfume though and they should still bring you back.
Kopiquf – :
This was one of my first ‘adult’ frangrances – in every meaning of that word. Adult because for me it smells like pure luxury, and most def targeted to those who are well over 18+. You just have to stop being a girl/boy to truly admire that scent.
Not getting sentimental, but my heart broke a little when I discovered it has been discontinued. And I am just about to run out of my last bottle.
On me it smells sweet, but not too sweet, and intense, the drydown is just amazing, like a bit leathery/leatherish powder. Even vanilla gets its own makeover, it is no longer girly and flirty, it is confident and dark. For me it is a perfect warm and spicy scent for winter. I am gonna miss it.
I can’t help it but I am sure that if Tom Ford made that exact perfum for his Private Blend label (or for his main brand) it would have been a smash. And the price would be much much higher.
Xeroxdosdt – :
I think it’s time that I accept the fact that I simply don’t like perfumes that are made to smell like perfumes. Not without damn good reason, anyway. And if you’re still with me after that sentence, I salute you.
Luca Turin once wrote, or said, and Chandler Burr recorded, and I’m paraphrasing here, that he hated Angel at first because at that point of his life he still thought that women should smell like flowers or fruit (or maybe it was candy-who remembers?). I know very well what flower and fruit perfumes smell like-and so, I’ll wager, do you-and I also think there’s a class of perfumerie that aims simply to smell like perfume. Just as classic colognes have in common citrus and lavendar, and fougeres lavendar, coumarin, and oakmoss, perfume-perfumes all have something in common, something that, sadly, I cannot name. Something chemical, cloying, sweet but without an identifiable character. Like an air freshener for people.
Gucci EDP in a nutshell. There were about ten good minutes of toasty cumin and fine leather, but then it all went to hell.
pfzw – :
Hot dry womans skin. To me – perfect gymn to sensuality. But its sort of forbidden in dark world, it hides itself. Exquisitely made, as nor leather neither even cumin are not screaming here, they all are in soft wrappings of neroli – you just drifting away, into the world of fantasies.
To me – Gucci Eau de Parfum associated with movie Equilibrium (maybe coz of those minimalistic leather costumes and dramatic decorations) as something sad and tragic in its tonality (incense with heliotrope) like when Sean Bean is reading Yeats:
I have spread my dreams under your feet;
Tread softly because you tread upon my dreams
Bang! – and Christian Bale shoots him down.
Overall – love it, noticeable, long -lasting and futuristic
taz865bedyWelty – :
I gave this to a long-time partner (and still very dear friend) several years ago. It was our favourite. Cant find it anymore, and presumably gone forever. If anyone can suggest another that has a close resemblance for us to consider, please message me. Thanks if you think you can help.
Lllevvitt – :
opens with a lot of sweet vanilla and caraway’s unique spice profile. Very yummy and exotic and warm. It has a creamy spiced feel from a very smooth sandalwood (& only the creamy aspect of orange blossom vs the actual scent of it.) A softened leather/heliotrope comes through with only the slightest hint of a powdered edge, like the soft fuzzy lining of a leather glove, once the initial vanilla spice mellows. It’s so very different; something about sniffing it out of the bottle reminds me of Dr. Pepper (soda) w/ that fizzy spice quality. Something about the drydown (45 min+) has a barely animalic tinge that I find incredibly alluring, but just a pinch and just detectable up close. From this point I also get the tiniest hint of sweet incense smoke, but I almost confused it for heliotrope’s haziness it’s so slight.
All these nuances and its uniqueness make it an easy ‘love’ for me. Happy to own a FB and one of my best blind buys ever. Good sillage at med/soft and great longevity @ around 8hrs last time I wore it.
jullow – :
Yes, it had something of a bitter medicine and this particular note lasted on me forever, while others evaporated immediately. I tried and tried, but no matter what time and season it was – there was no difference. Despite the adorable bottle and my desire to use somethig non-floral and more sophisticated, I never decided to get this. Now over 10 years have passed and I don’t regret not buying this perfume, even though it’s probably no longer available.
STCrow – :
I don’t think this perfume is made any longer, but I have a pile of carded samples that I bought years ago for $.25 apiece at some old perfume shop. I always liked it in that dirty pleasure sort of way, relishing that cheap thrill of mild sleaziness of enjoying a cheap perfume.
Trying this perfume again after a few years I realize my mistake. I found these samples at some mistakenly low-price and the made amateurish mistakes of equating cheap with Cheap. This is a beautiful, simple floriental, one that eschews the genre’s typical diva-ish complexity in favor of simple, well-chosen broad strokes. I smell it as if it is under an olfactory magnifying glass. It’s laid out like paint-by-numbers canvas that only has the colors orange flower, cumin and amber filled in. The artist stepped back, realized less might be more and left if in its simple state of beauty. Perhaps more mainstream perfumers should try this pre-editing, because Gucci EDP smell a little rough at the edges and just right.
This simple structure makes a tightly knit perfume that remains coherent through drydown. Smelling it years later, it seems like a fragrance that could be released today as a masculine woody floral.
shumun – :
it has nothing to do with masculin feeling ,its 100/ feminine soft uniqe expensive smell !!!!Lux in a botle my always favo ever
falcoder – :
How can I possibly add to the reviews here. Needless to say so many positive and apt descriptions.
I am still yet to learn the instinct behind note determination. I do smell the blood orange and more over the raspberry notes floating in between the leather, with an over all long lived creaminess. a TAD medicinal and tad flat cola orish. Just like the rest of you. This screams sophistication.
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