Golden Chypre

Golden Chypre is a beautifully modern interpretation of a chypre, while still staying true to the traditional character of the classic scent profile. It opens sharp and zesty with a tart bergamot and orange, with a touch of spicy nutmeg. A refreshing heart of floral accords begin to shine soon after, including rose, geranium and heliotrope. Alongside this, a slight green earthiness of patchouli and vetiver make their appearance. The fragrance then dries down to a musky, woody base of labdanum and amber which smells truly classic and regal. While some could argue it’s not a true Chypre due to the lack of oakmoss, it follows the traditional Chypre structure of citrus, floral, earthy and definitely lives up to the name. Grossmith is a renowned example of spectacular British perfumery and this scent is no different - it brings to life the beautiful flowers and regal power of Great Britain while staying true to the traditional French Chypre family. This is a true masterpiece and a stunning creation.

Mmm...stunning. Golden Chypre is the perfect name. A bright glowing bergamot opening with a kick from the geranium and a teeny bit of sweetness from the orange. This eases off a touch and now the Chypre shows itself in all its glory. The sun is just rising for another bright intense day in the desert. Intense oakmoss, spices and a bit of rose now become apparent. I think the heliotrope and Amber add a little warmth but that has gone by the end. A true Chypre and gosh isn't it glorious. Totally timeless and unisex. I get good sillage and longevity.

A classic chypre, beautiful, elegant, completely bang in the middle unisex and the term timeless most definitely applies. The opening is stunning the drydown is gentile and complex vetiver, oak moss, geranium citruses, musk. Nothing earth shattering or ground breaking just really really well done and smells quality. Major drawbacks are price and performance, I could let the price slide if it was potent and long lasting but golden chypre ain't.

This just oozes style and class. It is unisex, however when I spray this on my skin, I am Marlene Dietrich in a sable coat. If there is such a thing as an essence that defies time, it is Golden Chypre. Absolutely one for your desert island stash. 8-D

Absolutely delightful. I will be investing in a bottle of this.