Study No. 17

MCM Blue Silver is a busy woody aquatic from 2000, built around bright citrus, watery freshness, minty herbs, fresh spice, soft florals, leather, iris… Show more

MCM Blue Silver is a busy woody aquatic from 2000, built around bright citrus, watery freshness, minty herbs, fresh spice, soft florals, leather, iris, moss, woods, musk, vanilla, and caramel. On paper it has a long note list, and the one supplied review directly questions whether all of those materials are really noticeable in wear. Expect an aromatic, citrusy, green profile with. Show less

Il Uva reads as a bright, woody-spicy unisex scent built around tart citrus, rhubarb, and black currant over a warmer floral-oud heart. The opening sh… Show more

Il Uva reads as a bright, woody-spicy unisex scent built around tart citrus, rhubarb, and black currant over a warmer floral-oud heart. The opening should feel crisp and slightly sharp, then soften into rose, violet, spice, and smooth woods with amber, sandalwood, and tonka giving the dry-down a gentler finish. Show less

Jean Peste Eau des Toilettes Pour Lui greets you with a sharp blast of crushed tarragon and sour lemon, steering clear of typical designer sweetness.… Show more

Jean Peste Eau des Toilettes Pour Lui greets you with a sharp blast of crushed tarragon and sour lemon, steering clear of typical designer sweetness. As the initial citrus fizz calms down, a damp, herbaceous heart comes forward, dominated by bitter geranium and cool mint. It feels green, rustic, and slightly medicinal on skin. The base relies on dry sandalwood and a clean white musk that keeps the herbal notes from evaporating too quickly. While the cheeky brand name might suggest a joke, the scent behaves like a traditional French aromatic fougère. It works best during warm spring mornings or casual summer afternoons when you want to feel clean without smelling like a laundry sheet. We recommend getting a sample first, as the sharp herbal opening can feel abrasive to those used to modern blue fragrances. Show less