Ofresia Eau de Toilette

The fragrance of freesia is known to be difficult to capture realistically in fragrance. There have been several approximations, but many fall short, and may come off as a bit too screechy and reminiscent of a V05 shampoo or bug spray. The high linalool content in the aromatic structure of freesia seems to often be its stumbling block. Olivia Giacobetti's Ofresia, however, seems to come as closest to it, which comes as no surprise, given her often spectacular deftness with florals. Ofresia begins with the invigorating and airy pepperiness that is characteristic of freesia blooms, and a cheerful, yellow-green-hued aroma soon follows, almost "solar" in nature. There are facets that are reminiscent of dandelion and magnolia, with something that I can only describe as a zestiness. I also discern undertones of green tea, narcissus and even gardenia. It does all read to me as that of white or yellow freesias that somehow occupy a space between ethereal and fleshy. It makes for a great complement to the rainy May day today, cutting through the damp, cool air. This is to freesia as Giacobetti's En Passant is to lilac.

Testing this one out this week, and it’s absolutely intoxicating but simple a d soft at the same time. I LOVE it! I don’t like perfumes that smother me. And this one rides the line perfect, you identify it clearly, and it’s delicious and bright, clean floral, and the longevity is perfect, which shocks me because it is not over powering during any stage. It’s pure innocence, a prairie blooming with purple flowers in the warm sun. The green comes through . So clean, fresh, soft, floral, I’m so in love. I think the mixed reviews must be due to the square bottle version. This is a full bottle purchase for sure for me. Update: bought the full bottle and even more in love with it! Never smelled anything more perfect in my life. Update 1.5 month after purchase: started smelling a tiny bit soapy ocassionally when I spray it. Might be something to do with the detergent im using mixing with it to Lean it too much that way. Still love it to death, but it’s become more of a once or twice a week perfume and Gucci Bloom is current every day.

This very simple and clean fragrance smells like freshly cut spring flowers: freesia and narcissus. You can smell the fresh, soft greenness of the stems...this screams springtime, although quietly and prettily and without the brash notes of more obvious flowers. I don't get any pepper at all and the wood base is barely noticeable. This is an all-age fragrance: you could wear it at any age without it being typecast. The sillage is skin-scent to moderate when the wind blows...it's a scent for you and those you allow to be extra-near. Longevity is moderate, but I did re-apply just to continue to get stronger whiffs of the scent. This reminds me a little of that discontinued scent Spring Rain from Crabtree & Evelyn, although it's much more linear and less complicated. Ofresia simply is what it is: a soliflore that is intimate and fresh. Perfect for pulling me out of the winter doldrums!

May 2016. I've been testing this since Feb. My new bottle will be arriving shortly. Did not know there were "versions" of this. I've only been introduced to the oval bottled EDT. I LOVE this one. It is so beautiful. To me it is strictly floral. I don't smell wood, fruit or even pepper. It smells as if the flowers were "juiced" and that liquid is contained in the bottle. FRESH! A bit green. Natural. I am looking forward to wearing this quite a bit this spring and summer. Today my application has lasted all day. Applied early morning and as I lie in bed at 11:30pm I can smell it quite easily. *As with all Diptyque fragrances, I suggest you test this one on your skin for a day or more before you purchase. They tend to smell differently on everyone depending on body chemistry, weather, skin/clothing, etc.

So far, Ofresia is the only Diptyque fragrance with which I have fallen in love. I was not originally given any notes for this scent, just a blind sample, and it was love at first sniff. On me, the slight pepperiness is a distinct part of the scent, and with any other name, I would never guess at an attempt to reproduce freesia. The overall effect reminds me more of sweet pea than of freesia. Most amazing about this scent of all is that despite its light gentle character it lasts forever on me, and is very noticeable to me! Most things which smell this light are gone relatively soon. I can't guarantee that will happen to others, but it has been my experience. In addition, this perfume isn't really like anything else I have, so I could justify "needing" a bottle of it!

Oh! Freesia! When I was in my 20's a friend of mine died. Suddenly, inexplicably and without warning. It changed everything and all of us. At her funeral her husband asked us to bring freesias, her favourite flower. I'd never really considered the humble freesia before, it's easy to be drawn to something more showy...the rose, the iris. When I found out about it I so wanted to try Ofresia because I've never smelt a true likeness before. Diptyque are alchemists. They have created freesia in a bottle. There is pepper, but on me it's mostly flower. The pepper feels like the twitch in your nose you get when you smell a real flower and inhale a bit of pollen. I have to say it's magic for me. This one is for Lynn. She would have loved it.

This is a linear, spicy floral perfume. It is crisp, green, and therefore best suited for spring and summer, although I enjoy wearing it in the winter. There is something about Ofresia that feels cold to me, like frosted flowers. It's funny that others here note they don't smell pepper. The pepper is very strong to my nose! It is my favorite part of this simple perfume because it makes it a little different from your everyday soft floral scent. Ofresia, despite its EDT assignment, has really great longevity on my skin–the silage is moderate for the first few hours before becoming quieter. It is an underrated Diptyque that I've grown to love!

Love love love this scent. My absolute favourite fragrance. It's what hooked me to the House of Diptyque and into perfumery in general. Freesia is one of those flowers nearly impossible to extract its natural "fragrance" from (many in the distillation process are artificial imitations of what freesia is supposed to smell like) due to the chemical structure of its oils, so the fact that Diptyque's nailed this ephemeral single-note into a most natural and pure concentration is incredible. Just magic, and beautifully simplistic.

I did not sense any pepper, also. The pepper must be there, because at first spray there is a fragile, invisible note-the opening moments are thin, clear...it disappears very quickly, and then comes the freesia. The woodsy notes, I did not notice, really. I am so impressed by this scent-that I feel like I "should" write a long, luscious review..the scent is lucious, garden like at moments...but really, itś very simple-itś all wonderful, pure, full, fresh, never sweet or cloying-freesia

I really enjoy this fragrance. I do think that the name is a misnomer since they can't actually replicate the fragrance of freesia very well. This fragrance smells of white Easter lilies to me with a touch of nutmeg. I prefer this over the Olene. I do agree with a few of the other reviewers who mentioned that this does not have much lasting power. I have to spray lightly with this one, however, because it has the potential to induce a headache if sprayed too heavily.

My signature fragrance at the moment. I am already on my second bottle. The opening is fresh floral with a hint of spiciness; just a small hint, and the freesia scent is just a wee intoxicating without being overbearingly sharp. Then it gradually dries down with the scent of freesia, combined with peppery elements, resulting to an earthy dry down, and this sits well for as long as it lasts. I've had quite a few compliments on this one. In short, I love it!

During the 2020 quarantine, Ofresia makes me want to put away all my winter clothes and walk shoeless through the Spring garden. Crunchy earth and clean air make room for a fresh, transparent freesia. I pick up lily of the valley and moss in the drydown along with the namesake flower. Ofresia is an underrated gem—from two decades ago—that manages to smell timeless. Very good performance for an EDT. A beautiful execution on a seldom used floral.

This perfume remind me of when a soft wind blow through a bouquet of fresh cut, velvety white freesia with green leaves that I usually put in a vase next to the windows. The scent is beautiful soft, not loud by any mean, something I'd love to wear to smell on myself. Olivia Giacobetti nose are immaculate as always, all of my blind buy from her are my favourite. This one is good for any occasion honestly, elegant and inoffensive

Spring enclosed in a bottle, Diptyque's Ofresia Eau de Toilette created by the nose Olivia Giacobetti celebrates freesia as the first flower of spring in a fresh and sumptuous way. In the dry, the sharpness of freesia is clear and the explosive note of pepper makes it dynamic and jaunty, with warm woody notes on the base. Wonderful Sillage. Good resistance, I also have the version for environments.

loads of tenderness, pale pink and purples, newfound wisdom, slowly opening one's heart and mind to the world, wearing your grandmother's jewelry, steadiness, nostalgic for what never was, mind full of complex thoughts, soft pleasant voices, no longer shying away, turning grief into understanding, long lasting embraces, silent gestures of love, beehives after sunset, apologies only to oneself

The one and only. I'm that type who is in love with white florals in perfumes, and a fan of natural ingredients. It's hard for me to find a floral scent that I can wear - they are usually way too sweet for me or too synthetic. So far I haven't found anything like Ofresia, just so naturally unique, gentle, powdery and fresh! Can wear it all the time, I just love feeling myself in it!

Very simple freesia scent but perfect 😍 Love it so muchhhhhhh definitely check this out if you’re into floral perfumes The style is very similar to En Passant also created by Olivia, not similar in terms of scent but the vibe!! Very simple but realistic and airy floral like you’re passing through a bouquet of real flowers / walking in to a flower shop

Freesia blooms in early spring and this is the perfect scent for the first days in March when it feels like the world is coming back to life. Beautiful fresh floral. Smells natural while still being clean and bright, like freshly cut dewy flowers. Feels close to the skin but great to catch a whiff of it on the wrist throughout the morning.

This is so soft and light, a beautiful floating floral, watery and fresh, reminds me of fresh cut flowers and milk tea. But in addition to that there is this spicy clove-y aspect, which gives it more dimension and makes it versatile for any season. It is at the same time fresh, sparkly, uplifting and cozy, sweet, comforting.

This has a low rating here, is rarely mentioned in threads, and seems to be about the least popular fragrance from Dyotique. Well, it’s a love for me. This is gorgeous and different. I can’t stop sniffing my wrist. I do think you have to enjoy heavy white florals to like this though.