Description
The new collection of fragrances Shanghai Tang encompasses 8 editions, 5 of which are for women and 3 for men. The collection was created as a fragrant journey from Europe to China and it was named after the Silk Road, lucrative Chinese silk trade, 4000 miles long. The Silk Road was initiated during the Han dynasty (206 B.C. – 220 A.D.). The collection was inspired by rich fabrics, décor, lively colors and mystery of Silk Road, which were intertwined in each of the eight editions by perfumer Carlos Benaim. With this collection he managed to revive the fragrances of ancient caravans that used to carry Chinese treasures to the Western world. The collection pays respect to opulence of Chinese culture through several aspects and offers mystic contents of the unique compositions.
The compositions created by Carlos Benaim for Shanghai Tang convey his exciting experience from amazing journeys through China. He used characteristic raw materials for each of the fragrances, reflecting luxury and glamour of ancient Chinese tailoring skills. He created 8 compositions for 8 fragrances of the collection, since number 8 is considered the lucky number in Chinese culture. Eight is the symbol of balance, prosperity, good omen, promise of happiness colored in aura of infinity. In the West, number eight is also a powerful symbol which, if depicted horizontally, denotes infinity.
Flacons and outer carton feature Chinese symbol SHÒU denoting longevity. Longevity is considered one of five blessings, along with wealth, health, love and virtues. These five blessings traditionally represent five most important Chinese life goals.
Women’s fragrances of the collection are: Gold Lily, Spring Jasmine, Rose Silk, Orchid Bloom and Oriental Pearl, while men’s editions are Jade Dragon, L’Orient and Mandarin Tea. Fragrances for women are available as 60ml Eau de Parfum, while the editions for men are obtainable as 100ml Eau de Toilette. The fragrances are packed in wooden, lacquered boxes of high quality. The collection of Shanghai Tang Silk Road was launched end October 2014 in China.
dimas76 – :
Bamboo fresh.
(It reminds me a bit of my bamboo extract conditioner.)
realistic jasmine, but not overpowering. I’m not a huge jasmine fan (I dislike Alien) but this is very nice.
Frankincense is a nice touch, just adds some back bone to a light fresh scent.
very feminie
alatau – :
An excellent Green Jasmine scent. A very realistic Jasmine with leaves and the vine. It has a citrus undertone throughout with a beautiful steamy musk reminiscent of laundered cotton that is being sun dried. There is a warmth and humidity throughout the entire stages, yet it remains crisp and clean. The sort of sauna like wetness/steam emitting from aged wood is depicted beautifully in this frangrsnce.
This scent evokes an East Asian forest/jungle, warm humid and damp on a partially sunny day but the trees and bamboo grow so tall it filters much of the sunlight. The trees and bamboo emit steam from the heat and humidity. There are exotic Jasmine vines growing next to the cliffs along the edges of the forest. There Is a small quiet waterfall leading into a small water hole at the end of the forest under the cliffs, and the heat from the stones surrounding the falls emmit a most beautiful vapor. You decide to jump in and relax whilst enjoying the scenery and sounds.
The dry down lasts hours and is beautiful Jasmine wet leaves wet wood and warm steamy musk.
I absolutely recommend this. It is a very zen and relaxing fragrance, spa like. Perfect for summer and spring humid and even rainy days.
repevesee – :
Lovely and slightly indolic and a great iteration for warmer weather. Spring Jasmine is evocative of the delicate sweet flower in Serge Lutens A La Nuit with some added velvety floral and crisp hints of bamboo.
This is beautiful, fresh but with a light musky, balsamic base that prevents the jasmine from being too fleeting. Very clean and luxurious and an easy wear for most occasions.
kuzma25 – :
Among jasmine-centered fragrances, Spring Jasmine and Alien are queens. I love them both. This delightful jasmine is the total opposite of the jasmine found in Alien, though. Alien’s jasmine is regal, powerful, sharp, and aloof. Spring Jasmine is still very much noble, but she is warmer, creamier, and friendlier, with a touch of greenness; very natural and approachable.
IRoschin – :
I’ve been wearing this the past few (rainy) days, and it seems appropriate. Wet without being too aquatic, its mostly jasmine, but has warm undertones. Really lovely! Wish I could get my hands on a bigger bottle.
scorpio11 – :
This is a breeze of pure jasmine right in your face. I have to take a deep breath and enjoy it. Truly humble and beautiful flower that sometimes you have to find deep in the plant… Love it so much. It does not last much in me but almost four hours would make it, and the bottle is tiny so I can reapply the fragrance without fuss. I was so curious to try it but wasn’t brave enough to buy the full bottle, so I went small in a set of different fragrances under the umbrella of Shanghai Tan. Spring Jasmine came together with Gold Lyly, Oriental Pearl, Orchid Bloom and Rose Silk, looking really cute all wrapped in one golden box. Surprised after 1 hour of how well the jasmine popped out and how great was the atmosphere around me. It remind me the times when I was a girl, walking early in the Spring nights in Trinidad: an ancient, gorgeous city of Cuba, talking to my Grandma and learning from her; she loved fantasy, fairytales and many times she invented it to entertain me and keep alive the conversation. Almost all the gardens of that city have an exuberant jasmine plant in full bloom, and they start to release that wonderful smell at night. What a feast! Incredibly beautiful…Spring Jasmine of Shanghai Tang brought that memory from the depth of my heart and I am so grateful. I think those nocturnal walks with her shaped my soul and contributed to who I am now. I will love you forever my dear Grandmamma…
Zeveappeque – :
Lovley, changed as I wore it. Smelled real not sythetic. Lasted All day on me. Smells expensive and classy. I feel like I have found a treasure.
iluhin – :
What a beautifull jasmine!It so wonderfull that I asked a friend to help me to buy a full bottle.The jasmine scent smell sweet and fresh,crisp,clear.I did not find bambo.Even I got some creamy santal when it dry down.If you love Petite and exquisite,Do not hesitate!
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qmh954speagoessenda – :
More info on the notes: jasmine absolute, violet accents, creamy sandalwood, sheer musk.