Fifty Four

I agree wholeheartedly with PeterD83's comments. I received 54 in the mail from Harrods. I opened the box, sprayed about 8 sprays on my neck, chest, wrists and antecubital fossae and proceeded to watch the Presidential Debate, which turned out to be a great way to experience the fragrance for the first time as I sat still for several hours, repeatedly sniffing my arm. This is a scent which starts out with a strong boozy note. Peter called it a "very stiff pina colada'. I would second that and go so far as to say on me it smells like chugging straight rum from a Stanley cup and dribbling some all over your shirt and chest. The boozy note is pleasant but strong, and it dominated what I smelled for about the first 20 minutes. At that point, a beautiful and smooth blend of notes and accords of patchouli, cinnamon, vanilla, cardamom, chocolate, tobacco and sandalwood are experienced. The patchouli is the lead singer. The patchouli is slightly earthy but not excessively so, and the earthiness is wrapped in multiple layers of vanilla, cinnamon, chocolate (patchouli) and sandalwood that in the end produce almost a milky, lactonic accord ... maybe even better described as a hot chocolate milk accord. Unlike many fragrances, especially designer, which can lure you in with a great opening and nothing of substance afterward, to me Fifty Four gets better and better from the opening to the mid to the dry down. As I type this, I have had it on my skin for about four hours, and it smells fantastic. It is warm, rich and comforting. I would give the opening a 6, the mid a 7.5 and the dry down an 8.5 out of 10. I would give it an overall Fragrantica score of about 4.15. Projection is excellent. Longevity (at least through these first four hours) seems excellent and judging by how it is doing right now, it is still projecting and not even close to being a skin scent at four hours. I agree with PeterD83 that it is probably not blind buy safe unless you already know that you are very comfortable with the smells of rum and patchouli. I am certainly comfortable with it ... 54 will be a fall and winter staple for me, both for nights out and cozy family events in. Follow-up November 2024: I'm enjoying this fragrance. I wanted to mention that I have taken to layering 54 with an uber gourmand, Jousset's "Le Gourmand", which smells like Nutella and hazelnut chocolate. This works very well with 54. It mutes the strong boozy accord in 54 a bit and amplifies the patchouli's chocolate accord ... an amazing, complex combination if you are a gourmand lover.

Cypriol again?! Imagine that. Lol. I have subconsciously chosen fragrances that had the note in some form or another every single day for about eight days. I have no idea why. Even when I researched the note specifically, there was nothing that particularly connected with me. At this point, I'm just going to assume it is a note I connect with and find appealing in almost every fragrance I come across. 54, from the very first time I smelled it, is directly associated with a couple of things. First and foremost, it is summer. Not the beginning of summer or the end of summer, right in the middle. After the Fourth of July, but before back to school. I'm being specific here because around that time the sun on the West Coast is very unique. The sun doesn't officially set until around 9:20 PM. For about an hour, it is truly beautiful. It is quintessential California Sunset. Warm but not too warm. Not too light or too dark. And if this environment had a smell in my mind, it would be this gently spiced pineapple and coconut milk jam that has been on the stove, brewing for hours and hours. Comforting, but will always be refreshing. Yet this fragrance is still what it is. And that is a party! And that is second. This is piña colada and it is the dance floor. There is no getting around it. But it is done in a very classy way. This doesn't smell like a trashy club you don't want to remember the next day. This fragrance is one of those guys you can't stop thinking about. That is what I like most about this. Yes it is fruity and fun, but at the center of it all, it is sexy. Deep, dark and sexy. You have everything that is considered sexy. Chocolate, vanilla, patchouli, rum, tobacco, cinnamon etc. Intentionally this was done and it was done very effectively! Sebastian was a great creative director because he had a very clear vision in regards to what he wanted. That is all most designers ask for, but is unfortunately very difficult to find. Patchouli is front and center in this fragrance composition as well. More on the chocolate side rather than the aromatic or green side of the plant. If patchouli is not your favorite, I don't recommend purchasing without trying it first. Even if you prefer and enjoy piña colada fragrances, this is not safe because of how strong the patchouli is here. But it is still sweet. If you are into that style of fragrance then I highly recommend this. It is great for going out and having a good time. Those are the memories you are going to create when you have this on.

Confession time: I'm almost never a fan of chocolate fragrances, but I have followed the collaborator (on YT) on this perfume for many years and trust that he is at least honest about his opinions. Therefore, when he said the chocolate note was subtle, I believed it. Tldr: the chocolate note definitely is subtle, and adds depth and complexity without making it smell like I'm standing in a historic chocolate shop with a mold problem due to improper ventilation while trying to avoid conversation with its alcoholic proprietor. This is spicy cocoa when first sprayed, but as it dries down the spiciness overwhelms any chocolatey note and the wet patchouli comes forward in a big way. At the point of dry down, the fragrance takes on and almost medicinal quality, but not super strong or fruity like cough syrup. As it matures on me, the booziness comes out more prominently and I get the sweeter notes of pina colada, davana, and vanilla. Oddly enough, this is saved being a completely warm, spicy gourmand by an aspect of freshness, probably mostly because of the green and herbal nature of tobacco and sandalwood. As time passes, the various notes integrate and somehow become more cohesive on me. I really enjoy where it ends up, as if I'm enjoying a hot toddy while camping in a damp, deciduous forest. On me, this has significant lasting and projection. It's not a beast, but it will certainly last the day. This is a highly unique scent, IMO, making people either bottle buy or hard pass I can't say I've sampled anything exactly like it. People who enjoy damp green wood crossed with warm boozy spices would enjoy this. Otherwise, I'd say sample or get a decant first.

I received my order from Harrods today, delivered to California, USA. Here is my honest and impartial review: **Packaging:** The presentation is exquisite and thoughtfully designed, exuding a modern aesthetic with a Disco-inspired theme. However, one minor drawback is that the sleeve was excessively tight around the box, making it difficult to remove. From a design perspective, I would suggest incorporating a bit more padding to ensure a smoother, more refined unboxing experience, as these details significantly enhance the overall luxury feel. **The Fragrance:** Upon first application, the notes of Patchouli, Cinnamon, and Vanilla immediately stand out, accompanied by subtle gourmand hints of Chocolate and Tobacco that add a delightful softness to the composition. I particularly appreciate that the Patchouli is clean and sweet, devoid of any earthy or overpowering tones, which beautifully complements the gourmand elements. In summary, this fragrance is a commendable creation—universally appealing, safe for blind buying, and truly unisex. It’s particularly well-suited for the fall and cooler weather or for evening wear. The scent profile closely resembles that of Mugler’s *Angel*, though much softer and smoother, with similarities to Xerjoff’s *Naxos*. **Longevity:** The longevity is impressive. Upon application, a slight sheen of oil was visible on my skin, and now, six hours later, a soft Vanilla note with a trace of Cinnamon still lingers.

I wore this for the first time at ScentXplore and got to meet Sébastien the creative director for this gem, very down to earth friendly gentleman. At first I was worried the Patchouli would take over the scent, which it does take center stage however it's so much more. The Patchouli is a bit hippie but going in the boozy chocolate direction aided by the chocolate note. Accompanying them is a creamy sweet Pina Colada note and rum for added booze. Also the pinapple from the mixed drink comes through just enough. Now I may be bias but I think this is one of the best releases of 2024 and definitely the best from Jusbox. During the interview with Sébastien and Jusbox they talked about trying to incorporate a cocaine note however after 100+ mods they were unable to agree on anything. Well what they chose was this beautiful fragrance. It's a feel good scent that's playful yet sophisticated. Nothing is overdone, it's blended to perfection IMHO. It will forever transport me to a great memories I had at the event and to me that is exactly what fragrance is all about. I highly suggest sampling this one at the very least, but if you enjoy boozy fragrance and gourmand then this should hit the spot and I'd say it's a safe blind buy. Edit: It's not listed as of right now on Fragrantica but I just sprayed on Roberto Cavalli Sublime Tonka and it immediately reminded me of this. The nuances are missing of course but the core is definitely there.

Everything I am about to say about 54 has nothing to do with the scent itself. According to my notes, I have written something about this before. I'm sure I have, but there's something else I want to bring up that I'm sure I did not mention previously. It bothers me that this fragrance is $325 for 78 mL. I understand why they did it, or the concept behind why. 70 revolutions turned into 78 revolutions by 1920s. That became the standard. 78 revolutions, 78 mL. OK fine. But why $325? I would assume the price would be reduced by the 22 mL that has been removed. But it has not. I find this frustrating. Studio 54 was a place, not a style of music. Yes they had the music playing, mostly disco. It would make more sense to me if they called the fragrance “disco at 54”. That way you could connect the 78 revolutions in a more coherent way. But this fragrance is all about a place, not necessarily music itself. It feels to me they are forcing this concept without fluctuation to size or price. That's it. I discussed the fragrance itself and it's very good. But that's a separate issue I've already talked about in a previous post. I would love a response from someone about what I just posted above.

This was a blind buy based on my appreciation for the company, the perfumer, and most of all, the inspiration and expertise of Sebastian Jara, The Perfume Guy. Based on his recommendations and my previous purchases, I was confident that I would love this fragrance, and I do. It is simply beautiful. The opening is aromatic, spicy and warm. It lasts hours on me with minimal application and dries down slowly, evolving into a delicious gourmand, sweet without being cloying. For me, this is an all year long, every day scent to be worn for any occasion. It is like a high quality blazer, an investment that proves to be sound and worthwhile. But, it is also unique and exciting. I have a substantial perfume library and can honestly say, Fifty Four is like nothing else, sure to be popular and become a classic. I am thrilled that I now have it in my collection.

I have bought a tiny sample. It is really good! Reminds me a bit of Vanilla Royale Sugared Patchouli by Kayali, but the boozy, tropical fruity piña colada note makes it creamier and more unique. I think it is not a groundbreaking fragrance, but it is definitely an original and interesting interpretation of the patchouli-vanilla genere. It is not moldy or too earthy as patchouli can sometimes be, and it is not skanky either. The patchouli here is at its best, chocolatey and creamy, but not gourmand exactly. Longevity and projection are stellar (my test strip still smells lovely after two days), but it does not smell artificial at all. I would definitely like to have it, but it is really expensive, honestly, and I have so many fragrances already... It would be very nice if they would release it in smaller sizes or in travel spray format.

Cant understand why this gets so much hate, its amazing! Tried it at a department store, surprised it was even there in the first place, and omg it was love at first sniff. Boozy, sweet, slightly gourmand, Perfect date night scent. Seriously one of the best sweet boozy openings ive ever smelled, i like this even better than angels share. My only complaint would be the price, here in mexico you can only get it for 350 usd, which is crazy but who am i fooling? im def gonna get a full bottle once fall hits. Everything about it is beautiful and high quality. in my personal experience, i get 8 hours out of this, decent projection, not as bad as some people say, performance is far from being bad. JUlian rasquinet is my favourite perfumer, I respect sebastian but im not a die hard fan of his, but my goodness this fragrance is incredible.

Okay so shall I leave a review as someone who actually tried it? It starts off as a very stiff pina colada you would have in a bar where they are *very* generous with the rum. Once you down this strong drink, the real party starts. It settles down into a beautiful patchouli and cinnamon bomb with creamy sandalwood and light facets of vanilla and milk chocolate. On my skin, it's mostly cinnamon and patchouli, with well over 8 hours of longevity and good projection. I don't think it's a safe blind buy, it has its own personality and vibe that may not agree with everyone's taste but it's a very attractive and addictive scent. 8.5/10 - in (studio) Fifty Four, the party never stops 💃

I get piña colada after a few minutes, but I’m blasted by pineapple straight away. Very patchouli focused, and this is the most mass appealing patchouli-prominent scent I’ve come across. Smooth and perfectly balanced. The patch itself is a close match to Angel. On the whole, this fragrance brings two of my Top 20 Faves to mind: Mugler Angel Stellar and Xerjoff Naxos. Smells like a perfect blend of the two. Spicy, sweet, and boozy. Resinous, camphorous, and creamy. Sumptuous, robust, warm, and alluring. I can smell every note. I’m huffing away with abandon and I can’t stop. Thoroughly transfixed and addicted. MASTERPIECE

This is a follow up comment. I wrote one of the first reviews when it was initially released at Harrods. Giving the bottle a few months to rest and breathe, it has just gotten better. I liked the fragrance when I first got it. Now I love it. I can't stop smelling my arm. The boozy note was dominant and overpowering when I first got it. Now it blends in perfectly with the rest of the fragrance. It is so rich, strong, thick and unique ... I love it. I highly recommend it. If you get a sample or a bottle and it is good but not great, remember me saying it will become great. 😊 9.5/10

Spent several days in Paris and Porto in February testing, smelling, enjoying hundreds to thousands of perfumes at Jovoy, Nose, Printemps, Galleries La Fayette, Embassy, as well as many boutiques, and I have to say this was easily in the top five best smelled. The masterpiece made here by Julien Rasquiniet and Sebastian Jara knocked it out of the park. I left Printemps without it, and I've been thinking about it ever since. My mistake was to not bring it home. It is a must buy for me, and I can't wait to purchase it. 10/10

Beautiful. Going off a sample spray. Mainly lots of patchouli, a bit earthy but still smooth, not stank or medicinal. Spicy but not sharp or overbearing , very sweet and creamy from the vanilla and the piñacolada gives it a bit of fruity brightness w creaminess. I barely get any rum just a touch , same with the tobacco. I live in Florida, so for this price it would be hefty to buy when I would wear this a few times a year. Ugh , I have to hold off for now. I would love a big decant of this

It’s just after 4pm & I put this on at 8am. And it’s still here. Not that I am tired of this, I am just used to layering a 2nd fragrance around this time because most of my fragrances only last 4-6 hrs. I just ordered a full bottle of this after 2 hrs of being enveloped in this sweet, slightly boozy, comforting, completely unisex scent. It’s reminiscent of GRAND SOIR but it has booze (not enough in my opinion-lol). Also, I do not smell pina colada at all. I smell everything else.

What a sexy patchouli bombshell! I picked up a sample first and getting wafts if it during the day couldn’t get over myself. Full bottle ordered the same day. I was a little concerned that the coconut and pineapple would be too sweet but it’s not, rather it serves to temper down the patchouli. The different notes are apparent randomly during the wear and longevity and sillage are fantastic. I have nothing else like it. This is a year round fragrance for me. Highly recommend!

A very solid release, true to its notes but really well blended, with fine transitions. It is indeed spicy, woody and has lots of patchouli and gets creamier and more chocolatey towards the drydown. I love how you can also smell a thread of smokey tobacco and some booziness, which also make it lean more masculine. It has very good performance, both in projection and longevity. In the far drydown it almost becomes salty on the skin, probably due to the saffron.

INSTANT LOVE!!!!! So glad I have a travel size. I will absolutely have to upgrade. As a Sober fella, the booze is almost scary realistic, however the patchouli and sandalwood save the day and smooth everything out. I’m quite honestly obsessed, was after a first sniff! 9/10 1/20/26 - My full bottle arrives today! It haunted me for the last few months. Simply had to pull the trigger. Can’t wait to get a full, dousing and wear finally!

I currently have a sample and I am in love! Very warm, booze heavy, heady shop patchouli smelling. The person I received a sample from double checked that I liked patchouli because it is strong. However, the woody components, the gourmands, and even the teeniest bit of citrus from the piña colada keep it reigned in. Will be buying the large version ASAP.

I just received this gem from a dear dear friend, and oh boy, this is patchouli all the way, green and chocolaty patchouli at a time, boozy, cinnamon-y, deep and rich fragrance, I can see the touches of Sebastian in it in addition to the craftsmanship of Julien Rasquinet, this a real gem , amazingly crafted. edit: the dry down is when the magic starts.