Miel d'Arabie

I say this with utmost affection but this reminds me of a grandmother. I feel like anyone coming from an East African background can relate this scent to grandmothers in my community. I can't deny it's beautifully blended and has a very gentle aura when sprayed but personally I can't help but feel the nostalgia of a grandmother's warm hug. This is the scent I would smell on her shawl. To describe the scent, I get a dry honey that only slightly sweetens the fragrance with the juicy pomegranate in the background. Someone said the black tea accord is slightly astringent, I agree but it's not a harsh astringent. I also get a pleasant smokiness from the tea that carries on throughout the duration of it's wear and in combo with the spice it brings to mind incense, more along the lines of the residual smell left on clothes after natural resins like luban have been burned in the house. The dominant notes in this scent are definitely the tea and spices but I can't help but feel the title given by Chopard was apt; there is a distinct Arabian feel to this fragrance. This scent is very calming and comforting to me because of the memory I associate with this scent; it's my childhood in a bottle. Sillage is intimate and longevity is moderate. I don't know if I'll wear it out personally but I'm debating whether to keep it as a personal scent memory or sell it to someone who will wear it and appreciate the full experience this scent has to offer.

A beautiful perfume. I bought a 50ml at the moment, but I know I will definitely rebuy. The opening I find is quite unpleasant, at least until it warms up to your skin. After 6/7 minutes, it blossoms into something more complex. Though the top note is honey, I don’t find it overbearing or very strong at all. It’s very well supported by the amber and spicy notes. I find it has a hint of patchouli in there. I don’t get the citrus note very much at all, but others do. When I was buying it, it was between this and Killian’s Straight to Heaven. This won out in the end by the price and longevity (Killian’s disappeared on me almost immediately, and developed into a plain, powdery scent. This scent develops into a gorgeous complex mix, and stays that way!) Either way, gorgeous, strong, sophisticated perfume. I can smell it on me even after a shower (which I adore!). The bottle and packaging are also stunning. I think for such a luxurious and well-crafted perfume, this is good value. If you’re looking for a sexy, elegant, complex, not-too-feminine perfume, this is for you! Edit: something has changed in my nose I hate this perfume now with a passion. Actively gives me a headache! There goes my money 😂

Very interesting and special. I was surprised by the opening! The opening almost has this sweet & sour mango fresh zest note that isn't listed along with the honey and pomegranate. There is also a slight green aspect wonderfully materialized by a smooth blend of cypress, spices and tea. The fragrance is surely more complex and magical than i could put into words. Chopard says it's a "tribute to the mythical gardens of the orient adorned with the most fragrant and colourful flowers and fruits" and i have to say that does seem to be well fitting. It develops beautifully, the dry down is like a polished pearl. This gem was released in 2018 and yet nobody is talking about it. I feel like i found hidden treasure. Now for the presentation : It comes in a luxurious deep green glass bottle and heavy gold detailed cap that "echoes Chopard's high-jewellery creations". Inside the box the bottle is placed in a green suede pouch along side a thoughtful collectors booklet with more info and images to further the experience. Overall A+ from me. Classic optimistic elegance.

Wow I'm in love with this perfume. I am testing it out before a full bottle but it's definitely worthy. I usually don't care for honey scents bcuz of their instringent qualities, but for miel d'arabie it does not bother me at all. The honey is so smooth and blends perfectly with pomegrenate and spices. For me I cannot sense the tea note. The scent is fresh, delicately sweet and has an air of mystical majesty that lingers a long time. It is not potent but has beautifully encasing aroma. For me this is a summer smell, when sun is high and I want to cool off with juice of fruits dipped in golden honey.

Totally disagree with the previous comment that this scent smells like a grandmother. It doesn't even smell mature like that. It's more like sipping sweet tea in the middle of a garden outside. Sorry, I just thought that was ridiculous and kind of rude. Scent memories are one thing, but don't go making the scent seem like it's made for a 65 + crowd, because I happen to love it. Honestly, anyone's grandmother can get any fragrance they want, they've earned it. Plus I'm sure they wouldn't want anyone referencing what works for them!