El Paso

Bright Mossy Dry Bracing Aromatic fougere opens like a barbershop in the desert full of fresh tumbleweeds. There's an intriguing dry hay-like note that's undeniably unique, bestowing upon this cologne its El Paso character, I presume, perhaps stemming from the mingling of thyme or eucalyptus with juniper. Picture a scene where a French or Italian enclave lies beneath a shroud of mossy flowers and vines, which cling tenaciously to old tombstones herbs grow near rusted iron gates. Yet, this isn't your typical southern European enclave; it's nestled within a scorching El Paso, Texas parking lot in the throes of a blistering summer heat wave. Here, the arid, searing air mingles with the humid mossy florals, crafting a truly distinctive atmosphere. As the fragrance journey unfolds, you'll notice it transforming from its initial impression of mossy tumbleweeds into a classic Parisian fougère. However, a fascinating twist awaits: as the mossy notes settle, the clove, jasmine, sandalwood, and musk come to the forefront, introducing elements of sweetness, spiciness, and depth. Depending on the weather, the dry down may resemble a greener remix of Platinum Egoiste or Calvin Klein's Escape. Yet, there are times when the base remains somewhat linear to my nose, and I get hints of Chaps with fresher spicy aromatics. Originally Released in 1993, this fragrance is far from dated; it still turns heads when I wear it.The best part is its staying power; I get at least a good 4-6 hours of 6+ ft projection and an impressive 24 hours of 2-ft projections from about 4-5 sprays. Perfect for summer or spring, even for Halloween and Thanksgiving. However, it can be a challenge to wear this daily due to its brash intensity. It's a loud, unique, and beautiful fragrance in its own right. I recommend it for those who appreciate fougères with an edge. this seems to be out of production in the USA get it while it's still cheap....a true hidden gem of the line...

I first encountered elpaso perfume in 1997, though it was originally released in 1993, not 2002. I received it as a gift, and from that moment, it became a signature scent for me, I ended up purchasing it about six times in total over the years. My last bottle was in 2003. Top: Bright citrus likely bergamot or lemon opening the fragrance with a clean, refreshing zing. Middle: A gentle aromatic heart. Possibly light herbs or floral tones like lavender or neroli, adding a smooth, airy quality. Base: A subtle woody dry down think soft cedarwood or sandalwood that anchors the scent in warmth and subtle masculinity without being overpowering. The original formula struck a beautiful balance: light, elegant, and fresh, with a crisp citrusy introduction that gently transitioned into a soft, woody finish. 2003 latest purchase for me on this perfume, If you’ve smelled it more recently, there’s a good chance it has been reformulated, as many classics have. As a personal experience for the latest bottle Citrus notes are less vibrant, The woodiness feels more synthetic or faint and Longevity might be reduced even further The newer version, while still carrying some of the DNA of the original, doesn’t quite match the refined complexity of the late 90s to early 2000s editions.

In the sultry summers and wet monsoons, most women's fragrances turn cloyingly sweet on my naturally sweet scented skin. So, when the humidity is at 96%, I reach for El Paso. The original (darker, resinous liquid) bottle takes me straight to a scene in El Paso, Texas: I find myself in the midst of a desert monsoon storm, the intoxicating scent of wet earth fills my senses as grey clouds cover the sky, a ha-boob is impending, large raindrops begin to fall from heavy sheets of cloud and golden sand rises from slowly dampening dust. As the wind strokes my hair, now flying loose of my silk scarf, the moment itself is seductive. I have been driving for miles in my convertible, as I roll up the canvas top, the gas meter is running low, I am in the middle of nowhere, when in a distant mirage, I suspect a green sign with a single arrow pointing right. I follow it, running into an old ghost town. As I turn off the engine, I hear faint music coming from the only place seemingly having life, the saloon bar. I run out of my car, my chiffon dress, now soaked in rainwater, heady notions spinning, I burst through the wooden double doors, finding myself in a sea of mysterious cowboys, rangers, all men. The tension and seduction is thick, all eyes are on me. This is El Paso.

The first time that i wore this scent was in 1999 so It's impossible that this perfume was launched in 2002. This is an amazing scent (is too cheap but offers the same as the most expensive scents). Is woody and spicy. It has something that makes it very mystical and exotic. I think that the prominent note y cloves. Anyway, for me this fragrance was reformulated because its a bit different from the 2000, but despite of that this steel being an excellent scent. La primera que usé este perfume fue en el año 1999 asi que es imposible que haya sido lanzado en el 2002. Es un perfume maravilloso (es demasiado barato pero tiene las prestaciones de una fragancia de las mas caras). Es amaderado y especiado. Pienso que la nota mas prominete es la del clavo. Para mi que ésta fragancia fue reformulada por que es algo diferente desde el 2000, pero apesar de ello, sigue siendo un excelente perfume.

ahh, nostalgia. it launched in 2002!! lol, fragrantica you better work on your research, the first time I smelled El Paso was a deodorant spray a friend gave it to me in "1995", I was a teenager at that time and my experience in fragrances wasn't that much, so I didn't know that there was a perfume version of it until 1998, man, this frag is so fresh, manly and addictively. first of all, there is no middle phase in this frag only two phases opening and ending because the drydown is as same as the opening, so it opens like aromatic woody citrussy powdery combo and the ending phase comes after maybe three hours depending on how much you sprayed, morphs to a musky powdery scent, it has a moderate longevity and sillage. it is a rare gem by lomani. scent:9/10 longevity:8/10 sillage:7/10 overall: 9/10