Fog

Side note (in reference to the Fragrance Notes): Ignore the listed notes on Fragrantica for most Henry Rose perfumes. For some reason, they’re wrong on all but maybe one. Instead, go to the Henry Rose website if you want a more detailed pyramid. Also, look at the specific ingredient list for each perfume. More details, and sometimes unlisted fragrance notes, are revealed online. They indicate the different chemicals from which each note is derived. I’ve rarely seen such transparency in an ingredient list for perfumes. Here are the corrected fragrance notes for Fog: TOP: muguet and fresh citrus MIDDLE: white woods and magnolia BOTTOM: vetiver, sandalwood, amber woods, and musk I really wish Fragrantica would update the notes for this one. Fog is so much more than vetiver and musk. A light citrus and magnolia are quite evident, as well as some light patchouli and vanilla in the base. I loved this on paper. It changed a tad on the skin. At first, I thought it might be too masculine. Yet, it didn’t take but a few minutes for its notes to envelop and shine in all its unisex glory. Fog feels like it should be a Le Labo fragrance—in the family of Another 13 or Matcha 26. I haven’t tried Bergamote 22, but I can believe those who have mentioned the similarities. I like this so much more than the Le Labo scents, though. As it dries down, it diverts from any direct Le Labo similarities and gets a little sweeter. There’s definitely some patchouli and vanilla in the base. Obviously, not at the concentration levels in their patchouli heavy fragrances. It’s the same DNA, but just enough to add a touch of sweetness without being overly saturated and cloying. I’ll be wearing this on its own as a lovely, clean skin scent. Although this has the potential for magic if layered with a light floral, or even a richer fall/winter fragrance. It could turn a cloying fragrance into something deliciously wearable. Someone below mentioned layering with Dark is Night by the same perfume house. I purchased Dark is Night while looking for a vanilla patchouli fragrance, and I found it a bit too heady and overwhelming on its own. If Fog could turn Dark is Night into a less cloying scent while still being able to enjoy what I love about Fog, I’d be delighted. I think the layering combinations are endless. I’ll come back when I’ve actually tried different variations. For now, I love the scent bubble I get all on its own, and I’m looking forward to the potential for more. This lasted all day for me. Of course, it becomes more of a skin scent as the day wears on, but I’m okay with that. I wear fragrances for myself. It’s one of my top two fragrances from Henry Rose. It might even be my top favorite. I’m desperately sad that Henry Rose has chosen to discontinue this beauty.

Cool, but comforting and cozy! I’ve been impatiently waiting for the weather to cool down, so I can start wearing Dark is NIght (my Henry Rose fave) a bit more comfortably, but I’d been thinking, “what could make this better?” While DIN is lovely on its own, I felt an additional floral note could punch it up in a more feminine way, so I started looking for its ‘perfect match’. Fog plays so heavenly well with Dark is Night, just like their name’s sake... like mist and darkness, come to lull you in... Fog on its own opens with a soft, bite of spiced citrus and settles into a light, and comforting floral musk that feels damp, but not dirty. (The sweeter notes definitely come through better on skin). Like over-steeped earl grey tea that you remember too late and has now gone cold, but you drink it anyway and enjoy it just the same. Paired with Dark is Night, they culminate together in a dance of contrasts that don’t overstep one another. The greener notes build each other up, while the florals soften the heaviness of the vanilla bean and patchouli. Together they are balanced.

Pleasantly surprised by this one. The description didn’t really grab me, as I gravitate toward warm, heavier, or spicy fragrances. For a while I was loving Dark is Night, then the spiciness of Last Light convinced me to buy a full bottle. Eventually I gave the sample of Fog a chance, thinking it would be too boring and simple. The first time I wore it I felt so beautiful. There’s something very familiar about it, like it could be a classic. Lavender wasn’t a listed note, but that’s what I kept smelling. Finally I looked at the full ingredient list (Henry Rose actually reveals everything in their fragrances), and sure enough lavender is listed three times. I would describe Fog as a smooth, sparkly, woody, slightly creamy lavender cloud. It’s not loud by any means, but it definitely radiates. It’s one of my favorite fragrances and FB worthy.

Fog was the winner for me out of the discovery set, although I have yet to sample Sheeps Clothing. The green notes sparkle in the beginning but not for long before the vetiver and magnolia roll in. The vetiver is present from here on out but maintains a softness somehow. It’s almost more earthy than it is dried grassiness. Anyway, it lands with the beautiful amber and musk but keeps its lightness and never pulls too thick. The sillage sits perfectly right around your personal bubble but the poor performance of it’s longevity puts a bit of a damper on things. Still, I went FB on this one.

The three biggest scents I notice is vetiver, a musk, and hint of anise and/or fennel. I agree it has a coldness, like others have said. If you're big into clean scents this fragrance will do it for you. It's absolutely versatile enough to wear year round but maybe less on very cold days. If you're worried about overwhelming people around you don't be, it's very office safe in my opinion. I'm pretty sure that this fragrance has been discontinued so keep that in mind for future purchases.