Comme des Garcons White

Very similar to the original CdG "Commes des Garcon" by Buxton that was released a year earlier, but without so much of the overtly wierd pickled-honey note that seemed to dominate and keep one on edge. If you want to work your way up to the original, this is the place to start. Here that particular facet is smoothed out with more prominent notes of cinnamon and clove. Expect a sweaty opening of coriander that quickly dries down to a nice sweet tiger balm vibe, ala Heeley's Esprit du Tigre. Slightly medicinal? Yes, but it's unique and it's good. You almost feel this warm and cold sensation at the same time. A unisex fragrance for sure (incorrectly labled for women only above, which is extremely annoying, they seem to do this often on here). Highly recommended. There is a reason why this is still available at Barney's considering it was created back in '94. Four out of 5 stars. A nice balanced blend of longevity and sillage to match.

A more palatable flanker of the clove bomb that is the Original CDG perfume. Here, the clove is less medicinal and more spiced cider while avoiding that bristly scratch that so often happens in other clove/cinnamon forward perfumes. CDG's Mark Buxton never fails to seamlessly blend spices and incenses in a way that feels abundant but never "too much." CDG White smells very very similar to Hotel Costes signature fragrance as well, but with more chutzpah (and more wearability for out of the house; day and night.) White is an ethereal shroud of lingering spices and sheer florals- white specks of brilliant dust dancing through rays of light above sunkissed wooden floors. It is ghostly, but the farthest thing from old fashioned. In fact, there is a certain aliveness to CDG White that I cant get enough of. It just sort of floats and dances all around you throughout its wear. Very spectral, very yummy, and very very good.

Although this perfume is marketed towards women I believe men can get away from wearing it. It evokes a warmness that no other perfume has matched according to my nose. I love the dark woody notes of cardamom, cloves and cinnamon which gives the fragrance a warm vibe which ends up being spicy and floral. Furthermore, the perfume has pretty good longevity (I get around 4-5 hours, which is good for my skin) but after the first hour the scent cloud does become a skin scent. Overall, I believe this is very unique scent which will be perfect for an evening out in the winter months.

Another Comme Des Garcons I've been using for quite a while in the past. An extremely exotic concoction of cinnamon, other spices (a lot of) on a woody/floral/fruity base. The whole fragrance has the typical CDG's incensey signature, but here it's drastically toned down to intentionally become barely perceptible. It's more like an overall vibe than a real note/accord. Intense, important and very very (very) distinctive. One of the best and most influential compositions by Mr Buxton. A personal favorite! Rating:8.5/10

This is a stunning perfume. When first sprayed, it carries a sharp woody note, hitting you with cinnamon, cardamom, and a touch of cherry, perhaps? Something akin to cherry pie. Then, as it settles on your skin it retains a warm, amber, vanilla scent. This scent is beautiful and super warm. I recommend as a winter/autumn scent, best for a rainy night out, or a cold foggy morning.