Basenotes - Reviews by BrothaG

Netherlands

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Eau de Monsieur by Annick Goutal

Eau de Monsieur is a distinct, refined fragrance with many facets. I have found that all the way through its composition, there is a citrus note not unlike that in Eau d'Hadrien or Mandragore, there are elegant woods and just that hint of freshness to make it suitable for a summer day. I don't find it particularly bitter, more aromatic and spicy but much smoother in the drydown. Definitely a unique offering that sadly seems to have been discontinued.

26th April, 2007.

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Virgin Island Water by Creed

Virgin Island Water is quite a fine spring/summer fragrance if you ask me - opens rather fresh and citrussy clear, then mellows down into a more floral base with a very distinct coconut note. Coconut is also what people around me have detected, and it seems that you have to like that in order to enjoy this scent. Personally, I think it works quite well.

I feel that this is definitely reminiscent of a tropical island - lying down in the silky sand, surrounded by nothing but the ocean and the forest behind the shoreline, drinking cocktails from a coconut.

1st March, 2007.

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Eau de Santal Extreme by Floris

A woody, spicy, warm and sensual fragrance. As it dries down, the rather strong opening goes into a sweeter, rich base. Very classic and elegant with a twist. It is indeed quite familiar to Gucci's Envy but I'd rate it a little more grown-up.

15th December, 2006.

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Un Jardin sur le Nil by Hermès

I love this one big time. The stylish hit of the mango, the refreshing quality... and the bitter, almost dirty (in a very good way) drydown is amazing. I feel very elegant wearing this.

28th April, 2006.

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Terre d'Hermès by Hermès

I obtained a sample of this at the Hermes boutique and was pretty stunned. It reminds me of something I can't place. It really has that 'rough' sweetness yet with a 'light' touch to it, totally fits the description. Very earthy but not at all intoxicating, it was very 'lightly sweet' during my wearing. Absolutely pleasant and a great piece of art.

2nd March, 2006.

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Mandragore by Annick Goutal

This fragrance is really extraordinary. It starts off with a lot of anise, ginger and citrus, giving an elegant and uplifting first impression. It slowly shows notes of black pepper and other spices but also maintains a minty freshness. Wonderful in summer or winter, I have a great time wearing this fragrance.

26th December, 2005. (Last Edited: 17th August, 2009.)

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Gucci pour Homme by Gucci

Starts off very woody and spicy - good for many compliments during the day. When you get home from work or whatever, it will have a sweet, comforting tone left. Amazing, a true classic.

4th November, 2005.

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Higher by Christian Dior

Although it's not very complex or extreme, this fragrance is heaven for summer. It reminds me of a hot day in spring on a wonderful island. I like how this fragrance has a very nice balance between floral and spicy - it's sweet, yet with a spicy, heavy base. Lasts long, even on hot days.

24th October, 2005.

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