It's been a while since I posted a new thread. Like many on this board I am an avid wearer and collector of fragrance. When one particular jus piques my interest, I write about it. Such is the case with YSL's Kouros, which I wrote about in detail in this thread: http://www.basenotes.net/threads/224...ete-Set-Review
Kouros is admittedly a power house frag with many followers.
So what then is interesting about Azzaro's Pure series that warrants a "complete set review"? Well, nothing really. I have all three and I want to tell you what I think while giving you a chance to tell me and everyone else what you think. So here we go...
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The three were introduced in the years 2000 thru 2002 in this order: Vetiver, Lavander and Cedrat. The concept of a 'pure' (isolated) note is misleading, because one would expect just that note; instead all three are a blend of several notes that highlight one particular note. On the box Azzaro states the Pure Collection is a blend of "[T]he finest natural ingredients in a modern interpretation" and that is exactly right.
I re-read my reviews and realized what I experienced in exactly what Azzaro intended. Kudos to Azzaro for that, but the name change is necessary. I recommend "essence" rather than "pure".
I like all three but I have my favorite. Cedrat is energetic as mentioned on the box, but that's about it. It is interesting though. The Lavender is supposed to be warm, spicy and precious as stated on the box...but it is not. It is somewhat cold and distant, with a synthetic vibe, thanks to its linear nature. It ends just like it starts with little change, which makes it great for mixing, blending and layering. The Vetiver on the other hand is my fav. On the box, it says: fresh, natural, woody and free as the spirit, which is exactly right except for the woody. I just want to keep sniffing.
Interestingly enough both the Cedrat and the Vetiver were created by the same person: Raphael Haury of Charabot, who is also responsible for the much loved Chrome. His style is obvious I must note: the notes are in concert, then suddenly there is harmony.
RANKINGS
1. Pure Vetiver
2. Pure Cedrat
3. Pure Lavender
Thoughts?
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Kouros is admittedly a power house frag with many followers.
So what then is interesting about Azzaro's Pure series that warrants a "complete set review"? Well, nothing really. I have all three and I want to tell you what I think while giving you a chance to tell me and everyone else what you think. So here we go...
Attachment 7273
The three were introduced in the years 2000 thru 2002 in this order: Vetiver, Lavander and Cedrat. The concept of a 'pure' (isolated) note is misleading, because one would expect just that note; instead all three are a blend of several notes that highlight one particular note. On the box Azzaro states the Pure Collection is a blend of "[T]he finest natural ingredients in a modern interpretation" and that is exactly right.
I re-read my reviews and realized what I experienced in exactly what Azzaro intended. Kudos to Azzaro for that, but the name change is necessary. I recommend "essence" rather than "pure".
I like all three but I have my favorite. Cedrat is energetic as mentioned on the box, but that's about it. It is interesting though. The Lavender is supposed to be warm, spicy and precious as stated on the box...but it is not. It is somewhat cold and distant, with a synthetic vibe, thanks to its linear nature. It ends just like it starts with little change, which makes it great for mixing, blending and layering. The Vetiver on the other hand is my fav. On the box, it says: fresh, natural, woody and free as the spirit, which is exactly right except for the woody. I just want to keep sniffing.
Interestingly enough both the Cedrat and the Vetiver were created by the same person: Raphael Haury of Charabot, who is also responsible for the much loved Chrome. His style is obvious I must note: the notes are in concert, then suddenly there is harmony.
RANKINGS
1. Pure Vetiver
2. Pure Cedrat
3. Pure Lavender
Thoughts?
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