Violaceum 2

I loved reading each of the reviews of this fragrance, particularly because I have owned and been wearing this fragrance for several months. I went to buy something new and unique - and had other fragrances in mind. The salesman had me test this fragrance, and my love for it was instantaneous. He and I developed a connection over this fragrance, that I cannot explain in words. We both must share a deep and common love of the je ne sais quoi of Violaceum. It was described to me as having four elements: Carrot, Saffron, Violets, Leather. I can detect each of these elements - separately, and beautifully combined. Of course, who longs for the aroma of cooked carrots? No one. But, somehow the carrot note harmonizes beautifully with the floral, and leather notes. I must be a lover of scents with violets, as I have worn Tom Ford Violet Blonde for years, and have worn both fragrances together, to amp up the sexy violet femininity. I like the notion of the simplicity of this whole line (L'Artisan Parfumeur Natura Fabularis) and keeping the fragrances to a few bold notes. Undoubtedly, this fragrance could be fantastic on a man - on the right man. If I kept my fragrances on display, this would be the most alluring of all of the bottles. But, I keep my fragrances in their boxes, in a cabinet, away from light, varying temps, and prying eyes. NOTE: I am a person who wears certain fragrances with certain colors, and for certain moods, and weather conditions - I never cross fragrances and colors/moods/weather. NEVER. This is a fragrance would wear with dark, cool colors, and mostly in the cooler weather of late September nights, autumn (perfect), winter, and transitioning into spring. I feel it is perfect for nights spent outside, involving a fire/fire pit, and I want to make people wonder what I am wearing. I associate darker, moodier colors with this fragrance, blacks, browns, greys, dark gem tones. This fragrance aligns itself with more intentional clothing, not just casual/running out the door and “just threw this on” clothing; wools, silks , velvets, knits, structured denim, formal attire. IF YOU READ NO OTHER PART OF THIS REVIEW let this be your take-away: You will wear this fragrance and realize that you are the only person you know who wears it (now, exit with a swish of your cloak...).

Classy stuff! Slightly dry, yet rich, though not heavy, no nasty screeching aroma chemicals - definitely unisex. It will smell wonderful on both men and women, though it's not sweet or typically pretty. This reminds me of Nirmal by Laboratorio Olfativo - they both share similar ingredients. I'd say this has more of a sexy, sophisticated musky haze, it's not an animalic musk though - more the rooty perfumy effect of iris/orris. It's also drier than Nirmal - less juicy I suppose. It has facets that remind me of Dior's Fahrenheit (Nirmal has a touch of that too somehow). In other words there's a darker edge that reminds me of tobacco or leather (according to the Lucky Scent website this effect is achieved by the violet in accord with carrot). There's also a hint of expensive soap. (It slightly reminds me of Penhaligon's Opus too, though it's richer). In short, this would grace the skin of anyone who wears it, I would say it's not youthful though, in as much as it speaks of sophistication - it feels more intellectual and poised than fun-loving or flirty - I'd say it could be perceived as erotic - but I'm starting to sound well pretentious now! Sillage and longevity perfect. I'd wear this as a dressy evening perfume in autumn or winter since I prefer something lighter during the day, it feels distinct and noticeable. (I'm testing from a sample, but might be tempted to buy a full bottle - a bit pricy though at £155 per 75ml - I'll live with the sample for now!)

I love this fragrance so much. It smells like a leathery violet, earthy and classy and THE BOTTLE! The bottle is so pretty. I wish this came in 100ml because I don’t want to run out ever.

Leather of superior quality. That's how expensive leather goods smell :) Reminds me of Cuir Ottoman, but mostly because it is a quiet leather.

I agree with ekoeko below: this smells leather rather than anything else. Not bad, I like it!