Jicky Eau de Toilette

Whilst Fougere Royale was the first fragrance to incorporate a synthetic material - coumarin - it was Jicky which took this idea and transformed perfumery as we know it. At the time of its release in 1889, most of polite society would have worn some sort of basic eau de cologne, and so the introduction of Jicky was truly outrageous and initially was too revolutionary for many. Jicky has a pronounced Cologne style, made up of hefty amounts of bergamot, lavender, basil and bay, underscored by a dominant note of rosemary. The lack of a central heart note creates a strange paradoxical effect, as though the entire composition is made up of radiant citrus and aromatic herbal notes. But after some time, you begin to detect the softness of the sandalwood, complimented by the sweet creamy nature of the coumarin and vanillin - delicately bolstered up by hints of civet. This is the first time a perfume would become sexual, abstract, and no longer would make the wearer smell like lemons or a bouquet of flowers. I absolutely love it. My bottle is only a few years old so I can only imagine how enchanting the original formulation must have been, but smelling this truly feels like experiencing a piece of history. The first ever fougere for women, but easily unisex by today’s standards. A staple lavender in my collection.

Jicky Toilette reminds me of my Mini of Ma Liberte by Jean Patou. A beautiful combo of bright refreshing lemon/citruses and aromatic rosemary and lavender w/ warmer deeper resinous notes and warm comforting spices. It is like warm meets cool, and they combine to create the perfect temperature on skin and in the mind. The only downside here is this has to be reapplied to keep that feeling going. I think I would opt for the perfume instead because it would be stronger. I wonder if the difference is that great? I do like this and was thinking of buying a full bottle of vintage Patou Ma Liberte, but I hate buying full bottles of vintage stuff online, there is always the worry that it has turned or that you are buying a fake. I would opt for a new bottle of this instead. If you like a refreshing tonic type of scent. One that will put a spring in your step, wake up your mind and clear your head, clarify thoughts and ideas and refresh the body this is that type of perfume. A woman on a mission, who can achieve her goals, reach her destiny. Also, Jicky can do the same for your boyfriend or husband as well. A fragrance to share w/ your partner.

It is a masterpiece and not because people tell you it is. At the same time it does smell like a farmyard, it just does. Maybe that's the part of the appeal. I smell hay and a lot of lavender and a big dose of civet up top which gives it that unmistakable fecal note that this perfume is a bit notorious for. There's just nothing quite like this perfume. It can make you feel as though you have spent most of your life on the back of a horse or hanging around your stable block. If that doesn't scream old money, I don't know what does. An innovative unisex perfume that smells just as wildly niche as it did when first made. The English Soap Company's English Lavender is a very close dupe but is a lot more vanillary rather than farmyard up top.

The bee bottle edt was love at first sniff. Beautifully aromatic, herbal, zesty, airy and refined, and with a vanilla to die for. The only downside is I wish it were just a little bit stronger and longer lasting. Still, I find it refreshing and invigorating, and so full of sunshine and happiness that I don't mind reapplying when needed. For me this magic elixir is like an antidepressant in a bottle whose scent makes me feel very upbeat and happy. And what could be better than that?! I absolutely adore this fantastic scent.

This smells like a bespoke perisian lemon candy nestled in the warmth of a woman's satin panties, whilst she's wearing them...after sex. I would add that it strikes a perfect balance of fresh, creamy, and powdery. Perfectly blended creation. Definitely the daytime younger sister to Shalimar.