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Vanilla breeze on the Turkish Riviera
After a long time, I dared to try Nishane again.
And then it's also worthy of a review. That must be a good sign.
Through a swap in the souk, I got a larger bottling of "Ani X | Nishane" , which I didn't know yet and which I hoped would make the - for my nose - exhausting ANI DNA a little more bearable and exciting
As a reminder, "Ani (Extrait de Parfum) | Nishane" on my skin was like a more potent and vanilla-steroid set version of a Spicebomb that offered a strong spiced vanilla and left an impression with a citrusy head. Whether it was a particular note or the blend, something didn't fit together. So the only hope I had was to get a better scent under my nose with Ani X. Fortunately, it was...
Ani X still has the typical Ani DNA, but much finer, creamier and also slightly fruitier in the course. The citrus at the beginning comes out beautifully. Bergamot, blackcurrant, a green touch - not overpowering and not drifting into soapiness. However, you quickly notice that the creaminess becomes more important and puts a stop to the disturbing component of the original
In general, the fragrance is no longer so oppressive and heavy, but has a much more transparent, if not more airy note that is more comfortable to wear.
When you look at the notes, you immediately notice that there are a few more ingredients in here that were not listed in the original. It's a refresh that's definitely worthwhile and, in my opinion, also suits the Ani DNA better. Vanilla, hints of resinousness and yet every now and then a flash of citrusy fruit. The honeydew melon mentioned in the head is less pronounced than I initially assumed. It nestles pleasantly between citrus and creamy nuances, so there is no need to fear a sweet fruit bomber.
Due to the now much more refined notes and the changed balance, the impression of a Spicebomb is also less likely to come to mind, as this formulation stands out and wants to be more independent. Some may certainly declare it to be more accessible, but it stands out well and I like it much better than other fragrances that fall into the spicy-creamy category.
Of course, you should expect a bone-dry fragrance, as it continues to reveal the - still pleasant - vanilla sweetness and combines it with a minimal fruity sweetness. You wouldn't expect a Kabinett to be a wine without residual sweetness.
I may even like it so much that I might keep my eyes open for half a bottle. This blend of notes is surprisingly unconventional and quite free in its appearance. I wouldn't put it in the corner of winter or midsummer. It's more of a good mood fragrance that fits perfectly into the beginning of spring and can certainly withstand 20 degrees without the wearer collapsing.
And then it's also worthy of a review. That must be a good sign.
Through a swap in the souk, I got a larger bottling of "Ani X | Nishane" , which I didn't know yet and which I hoped would make the - for my nose - exhausting ANI DNA a little more bearable and exciting
As a reminder, "Ani (Extrait de Parfum) | Nishane" on my skin was like a more potent and vanilla-steroid set version of a Spicebomb that offered a strong spiced vanilla and left an impression with a citrusy head. Whether it was a particular note or the blend, something didn't fit together. So the only hope I had was to get a better scent under my nose with Ani X. Fortunately, it was...
Ani X still has the typical Ani DNA, but much finer, creamier and also slightly fruitier in the course. The citrus at the beginning comes out beautifully. Bergamot, blackcurrant, a green touch - not overpowering and not drifting into soapiness. However, you quickly notice that the creaminess becomes more important and puts a stop to the disturbing component of the original
In general, the fragrance is no longer so oppressive and heavy, but has a much more transparent, if not more airy note that is more comfortable to wear.
When you look at the notes, you immediately notice that there are a few more ingredients in here that were not listed in the original. It's a refresh that's definitely worthwhile and, in my opinion, also suits the Ani DNA better. Vanilla, hints of resinousness and yet every now and then a flash of citrusy fruit. The honeydew melon mentioned in the head is less pronounced than I initially assumed. It nestles pleasantly between citrus and creamy nuances, so there is no need to fear a sweet fruit bomber.
Due to the now much more refined notes and the changed balance, the impression of a Spicebomb is also less likely to come to mind, as this formulation stands out and wants to be more independent. Some may certainly declare it to be more accessible, but it stands out well and I like it much better than other fragrances that fall into the spicy-creamy category.
Of course, you should expect a bone-dry fragrance, as it continues to reveal the - still pleasant - vanilla sweetness and combines it with a minimal fruity sweetness. You wouldn't expect a Kabinett to be a wine without residual sweetness.
I may even like it so much that I might keep my eyes open for half a bottle. This blend of notes is surprisingly unconventional and quite free in its appearance. I wouldn't put it in the corner of winter or midsummer. It's more of a good mood fragrance that fits perfectly into the beginning of spring and can certainly withstand 20 degrees without the wearer collapsing.
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Roll me up and take a bite
Fragrances are memories
Memories of beautiful situations
Memories of great places
Connected by people
This is how #whiffofawafflecone may also present memories
Childhood
Light-heartedness
Simplicity to the delight of the mind at the time
Summer, sun, sunshine
The queue in front of the ice cream parlor
Anticipation of a scoop of crystalline happiness
Refreshment for the childlike soul
Waffle, but freshly baked here
Aromas of dough and spice
With a sweet and pleasant undertone
Caramelized in the hot form
A hint of cinnamon is a must
Rounding off great smells
Do I need the ice cream?
Isn't this great waffle enough already?
A scoop of vanilla it may be
Not just any synthetic vanilla
Rather a noble one, extracted from the pod
Subtle and not overpowering
Some people hear Maggi here
But isn't it more the caramel?
The moist cinnamon?
Here I look puzzled
But I'm happy with what I'm presented with
I would almost suspect something banana on my skin
My nose is playing tricks here
Not penetrating, but gourmand
**
#awhiff is one of those fragrances for the cold season that makes you want Christmas and has something to offer gourmands. For many, there may be the sweet bangers, but this fragrance is more restrained than expected. Someone who doesn't mind a little sweetness will certainly be able to take a closer look here. Nothing sticky or gooey, rather the warm and baking mixture of a dough that is freshly prepared for its intended purpose. Sugar in the batter that caramelizes in the waffle shape, sprinkled with cinnamon and a slightly fruity component rubbed with fresh vanilla. The mixture of the moist cinnamon and the tea flavor gives me a hint of banana, which fits in perfectly here and also makes me happy.
Away from the usual tonka creaminess, which also makes me sick to my stomach, I find this blend really different, new and more pleasant than expected. A fragrance that will certainly be worn once or twice this winter and leaves a seductive aroma in the air.
Memories of beautiful situations
Memories of great places
Connected by people
This is how #whiffofawafflecone may also present memories
Childhood
Light-heartedness
Simplicity to the delight of the mind at the time
Summer, sun, sunshine
The queue in front of the ice cream parlor
Anticipation of a scoop of crystalline happiness
Refreshment for the childlike soul
Waffle, but freshly baked here
Aromas of dough and spice
With a sweet and pleasant undertone
Caramelized in the hot form
A hint of cinnamon is a must
Rounding off great smells
Do I need the ice cream?
Isn't this great waffle enough already?
A scoop of vanilla it may be
Not just any synthetic vanilla
Rather a noble one, extracted from the pod
Subtle and not overpowering
Some people hear Maggi here
But isn't it more the caramel?
The moist cinnamon?
Here I look puzzled
But I'm happy with what I'm presented with
I would almost suspect something banana on my skin
My nose is playing tricks here
Not penetrating, but gourmand
**
#awhiff is one of those fragrances for the cold season that makes you want Christmas and has something to offer gourmands. For many, there may be the sweet bangers, but this fragrance is more restrained than expected. Someone who doesn't mind a little sweetness will certainly be able to take a closer look here. Nothing sticky or gooey, rather the warm and baking mixture of a dough that is freshly prepared for its intended purpose. Sugar in the batter that caramelizes in the waffle shape, sprinkled with cinnamon and a slightly fruity component rubbed with fresh vanilla. The mixture of the moist cinnamon and the tea flavor gives me a hint of banana, which fits in perfectly here and also makes me happy.
Away from the usual tonka creaminess, which also makes me sick to my stomach, I find this blend really different, new and more pleasant than expected. A fragrance that will certainly be worn once or twice this winter and leaves a seductive aroma in the air.
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Make a notch in the wood
What makes a fragrance attractive? Radiant? Convincing?
The own taste carries here certainly the main responsibility. If one does not like the fragrance, it will be difficult to get closer to the carrier, let alone give a compliment. However, scents about people can also be worn in such a way that they can be enticing despite dubious agreement with one's own taste.
If one gets along well with the respective person or this person has a certain charisma, it sniffs itself immediately completely different, as I was allowed to determine now with this fragrance.
Until now, Comme des Garcons did not appeal to me. The compositions were quite unconventional and partly disturbing in my nose, so I had no interest here to try out the lineup. There was always something that put my nose in a defensive position. When I then met a - now - good friend at a smaller event, so overcame me in the evening a surge of fragrance that I could not get out of my nose. For hours I heard him from two meters away and wrapped myself in a woody cover. Then, after asking once, "Wonderoud | Comme des Garçons" came into my life. An almost creamy aura that had a spiciness and also a little the signs of oud.
That this is synthetic oud should be clear both with Comme des Garcons and the price. But as surprised as I was at the moment, I skillfully ignored this and hardly bothers me to this day. I just got the urge to buy this fragrance after sniffing. The greed itself to experience the fragrance on the skin was already quite present and by a good souk offer I was then allowed to hold the flacon in my hands.
Yes, it is as mentioned a synthetic oud. But it is so much more, which stood out. Especially the due portion of pepper rings in the nose after spraying on. Slightly spicy, aromatic, spicy. This is where the nose gets going. After a short while, a prominent cedar joins in, both dampening the pepper somewhat and responsible for the powerful base. The synthetic oud note gradually mixes into the action and brings a little darkness and a minimally felt trace of smokiness.
Once 30 minutes have passed, the scent becomes more lovely, less spicy, more pleasant to one's nose. He is rounded by lighter woods like sandalwood and gets this great touch, which I smelled on my buddy. A purchase that was definitely worth it, also because the performance is already neat. Just when you take times a few sprays more radiates the neat.
Wonderoud is just that. A wonder that synthetic oud wonderfully packed and also for the connoisseur / friend of natural fragrances has something to offer. Especially on days where it is then already a few degrees less on the scale can be sprayed on without hesitation.
The own taste carries here certainly the main responsibility. If one does not like the fragrance, it will be difficult to get closer to the carrier, let alone give a compliment. However, scents about people can also be worn in such a way that they can be enticing despite dubious agreement with one's own taste.
If one gets along well with the respective person or this person has a certain charisma, it sniffs itself immediately completely different, as I was allowed to determine now with this fragrance.
Until now, Comme des Garcons did not appeal to me. The compositions were quite unconventional and partly disturbing in my nose, so I had no interest here to try out the lineup. There was always something that put my nose in a defensive position. When I then met a - now - good friend at a smaller event, so overcame me in the evening a surge of fragrance that I could not get out of my nose. For hours I heard him from two meters away and wrapped myself in a woody cover. Then, after asking once, "Wonderoud | Comme des Garçons" came into my life. An almost creamy aura that had a spiciness and also a little the signs of oud.
That this is synthetic oud should be clear both with Comme des Garcons and the price. But as surprised as I was at the moment, I skillfully ignored this and hardly bothers me to this day. I just got the urge to buy this fragrance after sniffing. The greed itself to experience the fragrance on the skin was already quite present and by a good souk offer I was then allowed to hold the flacon in my hands.
Yes, it is as mentioned a synthetic oud. But it is so much more, which stood out. Especially the due portion of pepper rings in the nose after spraying on. Slightly spicy, aromatic, spicy. This is where the nose gets going. After a short while, a prominent cedar joins in, both dampening the pepper somewhat and responsible for the powerful base. The synthetic oud note gradually mixes into the action and brings a little darkness and a minimally felt trace of smokiness.
Once 30 minutes have passed, the scent becomes more lovely, less spicy, more pleasant to one's nose. He is rounded by lighter woods like sandalwood and gets this great touch, which I smelled on my buddy. A purchase that was definitely worth it, also because the performance is already neat. Just when you take times a few sprays more radiates the neat.
Wonderoud is just that. A wonder that synthetic oud wonderfully packed and also for the connoisseur / friend of natural fragrances has something to offer. Especially on days where it is then already a few degrees less on the scale can be sprayed on without hesitation.
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Wooded breeding enclosure of mating deer
Forests on an autumn morning
Coniferous trees stretch out
Twilight of the gods
Gleaming rays of light break through
Wafting mist
The deer leap through
Mating and sublime
Proud and vulnerable at the same time
Rubbing against trees
Scraps of fur
Chocolate runs along tree bark
Resins join in
Birch tar drips onto the damp ground
Mosses full of water
Sticky liquids cling to the fur
Sly this time
**
"Russian Oud (Extrait de Parfum) | Areej Le Doré" is not only the first fragrance by Areej that I have ever tested, it is also a revelation to the forest, nature, wildlife. A symbiosis of flora and fauna reflected in a fragrance full of devotion and fascination.
Animalic, cuddly musk notes consume damp fur. Wild, unbridled and tender at the same time. Not a screamer, rather the gentle seducer.
In addition, the side of the forest that offers everything that makes it seem mysterious. Damp aromas of mist on soaked moss. Conifers scented by bark, needles and cones. Resins full of creaminess. Woods full of strength and brightness. Accompanied by birch tar and initially strong cocoa beans.
Sexy, delicious, ethereal and appealing in a way that is surprisingly easy to wear and calls to you again and again. Wear me and enjoy.
Coniferous trees stretch out
Twilight of the gods
Gleaming rays of light break through
Wafting mist
The deer leap through
Mating and sublime
Proud and vulnerable at the same time
Rubbing against trees
Scraps of fur
Chocolate runs along tree bark
Resins join in
Birch tar drips onto the damp ground
Mosses full of water
Sticky liquids cling to the fur
Sly this time
**
"Russian Oud (Extrait de Parfum) | Areej Le Doré" is not only the first fragrance by Areej that I have ever tested, it is also a revelation to the forest, nature, wildlife. A symbiosis of flora and fauna reflected in a fragrance full of devotion and fascination.
Animalic, cuddly musk notes consume damp fur. Wild, unbridled and tender at the same time. Not a screamer, rather the gentle seducer.
In addition, the side of the forest that offers everything that makes it seem mysterious. Damp aromas of mist on soaked moss. Conifers scented by bark, needles and cones. Resins full of creaminess. Woods full of strength and brightness. Accompanied by birch tar and initially strong cocoa beans.
Sexy, delicious, ethereal and appealing in a way that is surprisingly easy to wear and calls to you again and again. Wear me and enjoy.
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Kilianˋs Beaches in Sea Breezes
Days by the sea
Under a warm sun
Water in the nose
Salt in the air
Vodka in the hand
Break at the beach bar
Freshly mixed
Shaken, not stirred
Lemons squeezed
Vodka in copious amounts
Salt rim on the glass
Ginger garnish
Topped up with soda
Memories of beaches
Memories of relaxation
Wanderlust
Happy feelings
A drink with Kilian
**
"Blue Moon Ginger Dash | Kilian" is another Kilian that will divide opinions. Some will find it too simple, others will love it just the way it is. On point, I would say. Intensely priced, of course, but perfectly balanced between the fresh, citrusy sharpness and the pleasant, airy, salty aquaticness of the Calone.
Fresh and fruity-sour lemon juice meets peppery ginger and great aquatics. Saltiness, seawater, fresh breezes and light green seaweed aromas are brought together to create a beach scent in a class of its own. The alcoholic vodka note gives it the typical Kilian touch. Simple, very wearable and well made. Sidonie Lancesseur's Kilians rarely disappoint.
Under a warm sun
Water in the nose
Salt in the air
Vodka in the hand
Break at the beach bar
Freshly mixed
Shaken, not stirred
Lemons squeezed
Vodka in copious amounts
Salt rim on the glass
Ginger garnish
Topped up with soda
Memories of beaches
Memories of relaxation
Wanderlust
Happy feelings
A drink with Kilian
**
"Blue Moon Ginger Dash | Kilian" is another Kilian that will divide opinions. Some will find it too simple, others will love it just the way it is. On point, I would say. Intensely priced, of course, but perfectly balanced between the fresh, citrusy sharpness and the pleasant, airy, salty aquaticness of the Calone.
Fresh and fruity-sour lemon juice meets peppery ginger and great aquatics. Saltiness, seawater, fresh breezes and light green seaweed aromas are brought together to create a beach scent in a class of its own. The alcoholic vodka note gives it the typical Kilian touch. Simple, very wearable and well made. Sidonie Lancesseur's Kilians rarely disappoint.
