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Dimontre – :
I am trying this from an oil version sample. I have to begin by saying that this was a gift with purchase, overall my first mini shopping experience at Dame took me by surprise in the most unusual and memorable way, they are amazing generous and so kind people there….thank you
Now about Gardenia. I wasn’t particularly excited about trying this, I have a good load of gardenia cantered perfumes, and they are all loud, heavy sweet and mostly always they leave me with a headache.
Not this one! It’s incredibly beautiful and I could say playful, i’s so adorable I can’t stop sniffing myself! On me it has a certain spicy ness, it remind me of Big Red chewing gum, as if there is a bit of cinnamon and a bit of sugar mixed in. The gardenia here is beautiful, fresh, moist and even a bit oily, and thank God, it is not mixed with any of the other things that one finds elsewhere ( no tuberose, no ylang, no coconut, no soapy notes ) I love it so much ! it becomes a bit sweeter and a bit dusty in the dry down, for me this Gardenia is the first of its kind and one scent I need to own in full size, one day. I Love it!!!
essimey – :
Here’s another fanboy for Dame Soliflore Gardenia. I like florals, but finding a masculine or unisex non-powdery white floral is difficult. Layering a soliflore to green fragrances has turned out to be my ticket, and the Dame Gardenia has turned out to be an excellent find.
I find this Gardenia to be subdued – meaning not bright or candied – but rather late-in-bloom, with a little bit of dust on it. Perhaps it is on the slightest verge of being a little waxy. This combination of impressions makes the Dame Gardenia an excellent unisex white floral by which to add new interest to a fragrance, without giving offense to those of more conservative olfactory sensibilities.
I have the perfume oil, which I put into an a small sprayer. One shot in the middle of the chest gave me at least 5 hours of good, solid gardenia fragrance.
As for the House of Dame, you just can’t ask for better. Jeffrey is responsive to emails, and his liberal supply of samples is much appreciated. If you are a fan of stunning, eye-popping fashion photography, you must visit his website. Simply beautiful.
hens1973 – :
I am a dude with a massively elevated natural testosterone level, so these prominent floral fragrances fit my style much like a glove fits a foot. Regardless, I found this soliflore offering from Dame to be a no-nonsense, straight-forward, very natural gardenia scent backed with just a smidgen of that Dame DNA.
Dame Gardenia is a bit oily on my skin, so rest assured there is a thick, heavy, concentration of gardenia essential oils as one can easily smell them. While this fragrance features gardenia, backed by gardenia, and wrapped in a blanket of gardenia, I detect a mild aromatic fresh-spiciness along with a slight earthiness (patchouli?) to this perfume. I am not sure what else is in the blend, but it’s mostly all about Gardenia.
Performance is a solid in that Soliflore Gardenia lasts an honest 8+ hours on my skin, and it projects moderately leaving a nice personal scent bubble. If you’re a Gardenia lover then you’ll want to give this one a try because this Dame offering is very natural fragrance right up your scent wheelhouse. Since I don’t love prominent gardenia fragrances, I’ll stick to Dame Perfumery Lime, Gardenia & Benzoin, which I find to be a stunner when applied to a woman’s sexy skin.
martblk – :
Wasn’t sure when I first sprayed this on,. Assumed it would be fleeting and short lived but as the day wore on, I could get hints of this really heady gardenia flower but not just the flower, the soil, and the water as well. Pleasantly surprised.
sereja30 – :
There’s a vinegar-y something in the opening, but holy moly when this dries down is it the most realistic Cape Jessamine I’ve ever smelled. This is something that instantly takes me to the South in the spring, and unlike other Gardenias, it doesn’t turn rotten and waxy on my skin.
That said, I get the weird note people are talking about, but to me, it adds the slight bitterness to the green that makes it smell real and not fake to me.
inhelayhemy – :
very dry bitter synthetic pukey gardenia that reminds me a bit of Easter Lily without the beauty; this smells like sniffing the pollen in the stamen of a flower; it smells better from far away but just don’t stick your nose in it
slava-vdv – :
Comes across to me as Crayola crayons, with gardenia hiding underneath. Just not for me, though I enjoy a good number of other Dame perfumes.
axiles20082008 – :
I love heavenly gardenia and was ready to love this one. I got the oil roller-ball version. It did smell a bit like gardenia but there was a very unusual note in it (indole?). It reminded me of gasoline or old mothballs. Too strong and would not go away. Gardenia was somewhere there under the pressure of this strong chemical note. Maybe the spray bottle doesn’t have it. I am not sure.
I received some small testers with my purchase. The honeysuckle oil was fantastic. None of the other perfumes from the brand smelled like mothballs like gardenia did.
So my search for the perfect gardenia soliflore continues.
lyubomyr3000 – :
A true gardenia. I think this is one of the most difficult things to pull off in perfumary. Ive gone thru the list of gardenia perfumes -past and present. In most of them I wished the gardenia lasted longer. Well here is pure unadulterated, not combined with anything else gardenia. When it settles down its gorgeous. I wish sillage was a little greater but its obvious Mr Dame perfers lower sillage scents. I implore him that there are some femme fatales left that love using it as a weapon. I love layering this to add more gardenia influence to other fragrances I have. Its super versatile.
I have to disagree with the below reviewer calling this a demeter. That is unfair. This is much better quality and longjevity than any demeter. Dusita really isnt in the running here as that gardenia was combined with tuberose and other notes to a completely different vision. I will say however, in regards to that gardenia note those two are infact the same.
This is a Soliflore, and done well as an essay to the facets of the natural essence itself. Top 5 gardenias. My only quibble is I wish the opening was softened. That blue cheese note hits you like a truck!
el-nn – :
This is gardenia done right. As you’d guess from the name, this is a true Gardenia soliflore — without the usual jasmine, tiare, tuberose, troublemakers.
As other reviewers have noted, it’s true-to-life. There’s no sharp bitter greenness or cloying sweetness. This is a comfortable & well-behaved gardenia, that takes no effort to wear. A creamier, more botanical smell than Kai or Ineke Hothouse flower.
The composition is linear, with respectable sillage & longevity. Definitely *not* the screeching white flower (in other brands) where the party’s still raging, when you’re done for the night. Soliflore Gardenia is clean and calming.
vik9buck – :
This isn’t as great or realistic as people make it..
What it lacks the most is the creaminess of real gardenia flowers; “narcotic” is how I’d describe the flower, but this one isn’t. It’s crazy that someone would compare this to Melodie De L`Amour (Dusita) when in reality it’s closer to Demeter; however, yes it is a lot better than others in the same price range.
malusbka_79 – :
It makes me happy to see the huge number of positive reviews of the fragrance because I really like the work that Jeffrey Dame of Dame Perfumery is doing and have enjoyed several of his Soliflore series (if pressed, I’d probably pick Mimosa or Wisteria as favorites). Unfortunately, this fragrance really, REALLY didn’t work for me. I’m sure it’s a skin chemistry/nose issue, but on my skin this scent was nothing but blue cheese and paint thinner! (You can imagine how shocking such a combination would be, when you’re expecting gardenia!) I hate to be the lone voice of dissent in a chorus of otherwise rapturous reviews, but I’m leaving this review just in case others have the same experience. Fortunately, Dame Perfumery’s scents are reasonably priced and Mr. Dame is generous with samples so if you’re unsure about how it will perform on your skin, I’d recommend testing it first. Hopefully you’ll experience what everyone else has!
Kegeagrighcit – :
What a perfect gardenia soliflore! Rich, luscious, heady, but not too heavy! The amount of indole is balanced well with freshness so it doesn’t venture into “white floral overdose” territory for me, which usually includes a mega migraine.. This is a perfect spring perfume, truly joyous, as is sticking ones face straight into a fresh boquet! Highly recommended for gardenia lovers, although I prefer my florals a little less literal, there is unmistakable quality and craftsmanship here. I’m looking forward to testing more offerings from Jeffrey Dame based on the quality factor, I’m sure I’ll fall in love with a few! As a side note, I used ONE spray from a spray sample, and was nearly overwhelmed! This is some seriously strong juice, please be advised! (And enjoy!)
lizametrika – :
I worked for a florist in college. The job sucked, but it gave me a feel for what the actual flowers smell like. This is the most authentic gardenia scent I’ve ever smelled. Gardenias aren’t really me, but it’s hard to do a gardenia soliflore well, and Dame absolutely nailed it.
barsblood – :
A rich and riveting gardenia, I’m reveling in it this summer. And it even lasts for hours. Just beautiful!
valeryko – :
My aunt has been blind from birth and consequently, her other senses have become considerably heightened. Her sense of smell is especially fine tuned.
When she tried my mom’s spray bottle of Soliflore Gardenia, she exclaimed, “Oh my goodness I LOVE THIS. It smells exactly like a real bouquet of gardenias in bloom.” Coming from my aunt, that’s probably the highest praise this fragrance can garner. If she approves, it’s NOT hype. It’s real.
alex829 – :
a very nice realistic gardenia. if you like gardenia then this is for you. it really is gardenia. i would say nice in spring paired with a floral skirt. a great casual fragrance. maybe too floral for business professional. i think more casual fragrance. very nice though and very realistic.
martin_73 – :
Absolutely beautiful! The most realistic gardenia perfume I’ve ever tried. It smells amazing and it’s not too heady nor too green, just right. Thankfully it is not too overpowering either. Lovely!
berkyt_c45 – :
I was so happy to receive this sample from Mr. Dame because I am always looking for gardenia scents for my mother as she adores gardenias. The problem is I seldom like gardenia scents as they are so heady and very synthetic smelling and sweet and I just plain don’t like them. We had a large gardenia shrub outside our front door when I was a child and when in full bloom the smell was so delightful. Soliflore gardenia is like smelling those newly bloomed gardenias. This is a true gardenia. Regal, elegant, unmistakable. I will be sending one out to mom shortly.
Update…I ordered SFG for my mother and she looves it! While she loves Gardenia scents she doesn’t alway swoon over them! I have bought her numerous scents Annick Goutal Gardenia Passion (she likes) Marc Jacobs (Liked for a bit then gave her headaches) Jo Malone (just no) and I ventured and bought her Fracas (she said thank you but my sister told me she hated it and it’s not a top note Gardenia before anyone gets mad at me but I try to expand horizons).
Background on my mother….she wore Paloma Picasso as her signature through the 80’s when I was a girl and into the 90’s until they discontinued selling it at the most high end place to buy clothing, cosmetics, fragrances and skin care at the time where we lived. She became lost. SO she started trying all sorts of stuff. She loved gardenia so that helped. She was never an Opium or other strong scent wearer of the time although one could off Paloma Picasso as a strong one. Anyhow she progressed and I don’t think has found her signature since then. We found Annick Goutal Gardenia Passion on a cruise and she has really likes it more than anything. I feel from her response Dame Sol Gardenia is making her quite happy! Thank you Mr. Dame!
valt50 – :
This juice is rather astonishing. I went through a gardenia sampling spurt a couple months ago and, just as all above have reported, there are some lovely ones out there, but none that *actually* smell like a real gardenia blossom fresh on the bush. Yes, yes, of course it’s not a flower that can be distilled directly, so all else out there seems a bit like it’s hunting for the right note via triangulation. Not this one. Jeffrey Dame sent me a sample pack of all these new soliflores (there’s not a bad one in the bunch, btw) and I dabbed on a little of the gardenia before bed last night. It’s big and green and chewy and waxy and, above all, verging on fetid as all authentically gardenia, gardenia, GARDENIA do. Instensely so. Delirium-inducingly so. It’s so pure and lovely that it seems almost sacrilege to layer it with these other soliflores, but, really, I’m not sure I can resist the effusive excess of adding the Narcissus and Tuberose oils from this collection to this one–because if I’m gonna go white flowers, I’m headed directly for the nuclear option.
oli4ka1507 – :
This is a beautiful, pure Western gardenia scent. It’s the kind that makes people look around wanting to see the fresh blooms! Exquisite.
asdzxcv – :
The beauty and depth of a gardenia blossom all wrapped into one vial. Its almost as if Mr. Dame slowly extracted the juice of the flower drop by drop. Developing into a marvelous masterpiece. I love gardenia and have tried every kind possible. But something is usually amiss. Not here. This is the aroma of a day of leisure walking in a garden. A flower tucked behind your ear. A soft breezy dress that carries the scent of your perfume. Not a care in the world. That is what SOLIFLORE Gardenia is to me. It is everything I hoped it would be and so much more.
Words can not express my happiness with my experience ordering Mr. Dame’s perfumes and his customer service. I ordered this on a Monday hoping to receive it for my “New Year’s Perfume”. I received it within TWO DAYS…that Wednesday! My package was wrapped as if receiving a special gift from a friend. Each perfume individually wrapped for my sheer delight! Included was a kind note and picture from Mr. Dame himself. Not only did I get to experience the wonderful Perfume oils I purchased, but an array of samples. I can not forget to mention a discount code for a future purchase also. Absolute superb perfumer that I have the greatest reverence for!
janisozolins – :
This takes me back to my childhood playing in my mums flower garden here in Florida. The best dam gardenia soliflore i have ever smelled.
This is on point, it totally captures the essence of the flowers. It’s kinda sweet,very deep, white floraly goodness!
My mother would totally approve this.
As do i.
Would be a great scent to layer with dame’s musk.
909090 – :
I am a gardenia lover beyond any other flower. I grow several varieties in my yard, but concentrate on the species with the largest flowers especially the Cape Jessamine with its’ intense fragrance. Since insects can’t see white flowers, gardenias put out huge quantities of indoles so that pollinators can find them. It is this that creates the magnificent smell and has an almost narcotic effect. Just smelling a bouquet gives me a high. Every year in May I fill my house with bowls of gardenias and the smell is incredible.
Unfortunately natural gardenia cannot be distilled, which is why it has been a quest to find a perfume that actually smells like a real one. Most miss the mark and end up smelling either too synthetic, too star jasmine or orange blossom like, or add other notes to distract you from the problem. Until now. Soliflore Gardenia actually smells like a real gardenia. This is high praise coming from someone who spends a month a year smelling the real flower. I have many other gardenia perfumes, but this is the one that I am going to wear from now on. Bravo to Dame Perfumery Scottsdale! You seem to have accomplished the impossible! I am really impressed!
VARG – :
So very authentic. Like burying my face in a freshly-picked bouquet. Fantastic! I am so excited to try all this perfumer’s Soliflores.
krestikinoliki – :
I bought this on a whim and I’m so glad I did. Just simple, fully expressed gardenia. Beautiful!
digom1982 – :
If you love gardenias-this is for you! My husband is a perfume hater but a gardenia lover. I asked him to sniff my wrist without telling him what I was testing and he immediately said “Gardenias”! That, my friends, is a minor miracle! This guy usually scrunches up his nose and says something like “Soapy” or “Alcohol”. Never once has he been able to identify a note I was wearing. That is how good this soliflore is. It starts off very soft and pretty-just like a freshly picked gardenia. As it warms up on your skin, it gets stronger and stronger. I love this oil! I’ve only been wearing it for a few hours so I cannot speak to longevity but I wouldn’t be a bit surprised if I can still smell it hours from now. The other reviewers are right on the money-this soliflore is awesome! Equally awesome were the several samples and 5 ml. bottle of Musk Oil that was included for free with my order! What a deal! I can’t wait to try Jeffrey Dames other soliflores! The price of $35 for a 10 ml. roll on is excellent-so don’t delay if you want to smell like Billy Holiday! Mr. Dame is currently working on new scents and I foresee great things for his house!
qnl194speagoessenda – :
Ultimate Gardenia Perfume, truly ..the best of them all. Its the real deal! photorealistic, creamy, sweet and heady, so luscious and tropical…and with staying power!. I am in bliss wearing this, I never want to be without it. Please Gardenia lovers, try this!
CliliAlance – :
This is a gardenia masterpiece. It gives you each and every facet of that gardenia as it unfolds, the green, the center, the petals, all of it. It is like burying your nose into a gardenia plucked from a bush and inhaling. It lasts hours and hours. The sillage is moderate so it does not overpower. I have never smelled a true gardenia fragrance that was even close to a real gardenia, and this is the real deal. I can’t say anything more, it is beyond the pale perfect.
lkufsilprh – :
Swoon worthy…how can such a seemingly simple perfume be so deep and complex at the same time? This is a beautiful fully realized gardenia flower, rich and powerful, but not too sweet. It lingers for hours. In the fabulous movie from 1984 Amadeus, Mozart answers the Emperor’s comment on his opera of “Too many notes” with this: :There is just enough, no more, no less.” Beauty beyond most. Love to have this as a lotion or a creme. Now to try Jeffrey Dame’s other soliflore offerings. 5 Stars