White Sandalwood

After reading all of the other reviews, I wondered if I was missing something with this perfume, or if my nose was out of kilter. I've tried this a few times, and have come to really appreciate this fragrance. When it is first sprayed it does have a briny, almost animalic scent, likely from the saffron, thyme and rose. But most of this dissipates fairly quickly, and the floral notes shine through. Then, after a while, the soft, warm, luxurious sandalwood comes out to play. I really think this fragrance needs time to come to its fullest.

On me, the dominant accord here are rose and saffron, with the Australian sandalwood providing a beautiful creamy base for this floral heart. I get very little if any spice and a light amber deep in the drydown to stop things from ever getting to heady. The quality if evident here as it smells very natural and longevity/sillage exceptional. It is unisex with a slight feminine lean. For those who like something like Chanel's Egoiste without the heavy spice, i would recommend.

The saffron, pepper and thyme make this perfume fizz in the top, which keeps it fresh and light. As it dries down, it gets more and more milky/creamy/soft and the rose adds heart in the middle. Anyone can rock this, especially in warmer weather when it really sings, but it's probably a fair analysis to say that it leans more feminine in a Western context. GREAT product quality, beautiful composition, wonderful longevity and moderate-to-heavy sillage.

A ScentXplore sample. Not sure if it's a reformulation as I don't get any of what the past reviewers claim. No leatheriness or soapiness at all. This is soooo sophisticated. The classiest spicy saffron perfume for me with a hint of rose and woodiness. But saffron is all I really get and nothing else, everything else is in the background, woodiness and all. Got compliments straight away, it's just so well blended and unique.

I know the notes are way different but i sprayed this and it reminded me of something... not exact but in the realm el haramain excellent meets adp colonia leather... i know it may sound crazy but thats what I get from it