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!

Smells mostly like a library, and also a bit like fresh-cut carrots. Violets too. There's a hay note in here as well. Odd combo not that that's necessarily a bad thing. Not unpleasant, but for me not great either.

2 Violacerum (VI116R, 2016, USD 130) 2 Violacerum for me is truly prove of concept that Fragrance can react difference on skin. The reason I am saying this because 2 Violacerum on my skin become so Suede like scent. Like a Leather Jacket, When I sniff closely I can sniff few difference component like Violet, Carrot, Safforn and Minimal Iris. However, this dose become like Suede scent for me and this is the perfect Suede scent. And often time layer with other intoxicate fragrance become so much better. I blind-brought this, and doesn't expect any magical to happen apart from classic iris combo scent. However, this - suddenly become keeper fragrance from my collection as one and only L'Artisan Parfumeur fragrance on my collection. Score 10/10 ==== December 15, 2024 Today I wear 2 Violaceum again. I am now thinking putting this one in the same fence as Tom Ford Ombre Leather. This is concoction of Saffron Leather with modern amber. Safforn is not strong in this, more like giving Leathery than the Spicy. The texture of Leather in this build using Carrot seed (it has unique profile, feel like Iris but not as dusty, more boiled and vegetal); add a hue of dark violet. Fume, Soft Aerosol, Candied Sweetness, Moist Violet hide well under Leathery Safforn. (This is why I think of Ombre Leather); green / herbal / vegetal undertone (I think this kind of reminds me of Wormwood) also throw in the mix. I believe the dark tone in this, come from earthiness of Iris and Carrot. combine with Amber, In smell like Leather but in Vegetal, Natural way. Apart from Unique twist as explained above, 2 Violacerum is easy wearable smooth leathery fragrance. Soft and Gentle. Even there is dark undertone it is not messy. And eventually, it moves into earthy powder. Very modern and somehow feel experimental but smooth and wearable. Moist and gentle, good one. I like it.

Violaceum 2 by L'Artisan Parfumeur is one of those fragrances that demand some patience in order to be appreciated. I admittedly didn't like Violaceum 2 when I initially sprayed it. The carrot accord is super heavy in the top notes, giving this fragrance a very vegetal aroma. It takes some time for the fragrance to settle on the skin and for the violet and iris accords to make themselves known. The drydown of Violaceum 2 is almost an entirely different scent to my nose. It's a deliciously musky and earthy blend of iris, violet and spicy saffron. It has an almost 'Guerlinade' feel to it. Violaceum 2 has far better longevity and projection when compared to Mirabilis 20, also from the same Natura Fabularis collection. If it were not for the sharp, vegetal top notes I would have absolutely adored this fragrance. I found it really difficult to stick it out until the drydown, but I am so very glad now that I did. As a fan of L'Artisan Parfumeur, I must admit that I am underwhelmed so far by those that I've tried from the Natura Fabularis range. Retailing at an eye-watering $299 AUD a bottle, I expected so much more from this range. There are actually scents from their regular line-up that I personally believe warrant this price tag far better than these exclusive fragrances do.

I get pink peppercorn right out of the gate, then it fades into an ethereal violet, a bit sweet and then the earth itself. Within 15 minutes, leather comes through loud and clear, but the violet walks alongside it. It is really a lovely fragrance; not sure if it is bottle worthy on my skin but props need to be given for fashioning such a lovely, unisex fragrance....plus who else is dying over that bottle? Such a sweet little bee! The juice is a lovely violet color, of course, which only adds to the charm. Certainly worth a decant if you are like me and always curious about violet and how it plays with others in perfume.

I used about 2-3 sprays worth it starts off as a very pretty fresh sweet floral - lots of violets! After 5 minutes the floral notes faded & it reminded me of Prada Amber (myrrh, vanilla, saffron) with additional notes of cooked carrots giving it a sweet savory earthy profile ranges between medium projection to skin scent for several hours

I admittedly have a weakness for violets and iris but even so I feel the composition of this fragrance is only a tad more complex than April Violets by Yardley. For those only a budget try the Yardley option both are quite fleeting but wonderful while they last.

Smells like Chowards violet mints, minus the artificial tint and some of the sweetness. A very dark, cold, lonely scent. Beautiful.

It's very cold, dry, and slightly bitter, not bad :) Reminds me of Iris Silver Mist a little, then turns leathery.