04/10/2013
Drseid
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Has Vintage Halston Z-14 Found A Twin?...
Vendetta pour Homme opens with a slightly sparkling aldehyde-laced bergamot and basil citric/herbal tandem before quickly transitioning to its heart phase. In the early heart the bergamot and bail remain but are now joined by a supporting oakmoss note rising from the base along with cinnamon and clove spice that come off as an almost refined gingery vibe. As the heart phase progresses, the clove increases in intensity and becomes the focal point of the scent as it is now joined by an emerging cedar note that plays the part of co-star. During the late dry-down the fragrance turns just slightly leathery as the clove recedes to a degree (but never completely dissipates). Projection is average and longevity very good at about 10 hours on skin.
Vendetta pour Homme has been compared by some to vintage Halston Z-14, and I can definitely see the comparison early-on. Vendetta pour Homme is more refined and formal while changing gears completely once you get to the mid-heart, but certainly the two have many similarities and that is a good thing in my book. The cedar note that emerges in the mid-heart is a perfect companion to the starring clove and the two just plain work. I should also remark on the underlying oakmoss backbone that never calls attention to itself, but plays a critical role in holding everything together. It is this kind of composition that reminds me all too well of what many modern day fragrances are lacking by IFRA restrictions on the ingredient. I encourage anyone who enjoys fragrances like Halston Z-14 to seek out this 4 to 4.5 star out of 5 "excellent" rated discontinued gem tout de suite!
Vendetta pour Homme has been compared by some to vintage Halston Z-14, and I can definitely see the comparison early-on. Vendetta pour Homme is more refined and formal while changing gears completely once you get to the mid-heart, but certainly the two have many similarities and that is a good thing in my book. The cedar note that emerges in the mid-heart is a perfect companion to the starring clove and the two just plain work. I should also remark on the underlying oakmoss backbone that never calls attention to itself, but plays a critical role in holding everything together. It is this kind of composition that reminds me all too well of what many modern day fragrances are lacking by IFRA restrictions on the ingredient. I encourage anyone who enjoys fragrances like Halston Z-14 to seek out this 4 to 4.5 star out of 5 "excellent" rated discontinued gem tout de suite!