mark Sophistique

Sophistique is one of those fragrances that really caught my attention, first with its listed notes and then by the way it smelled. Of all the scents released by "mark." (Avon's sister company for younger ladies), this is perhaps the closest they ever came to a unisex perfume. I bought a full bottle, but my sister loved it so it went to her (along with a very satiny body creme). I loved it, but it "worked" much better on her. Just the other day, I happened to spy in the "Going, going...gone" section of the magalog (their brochure) that the 5 ml travel spray ("scents on the go") was being discontinued, so I bought two for the price of one! :) sophistique (sophisticated in French, I believe) is a wonderfully warm and soft floral scent built around the lotus flower and another aquatic plant: basmati rice. The lotus is powdery and cool, and the rice offers a bit of "starchiness" to the whole thing; that makes it seem like you were just bathed, powdered are ready to snuggle under the covers for a wonderful sleep. How something can be so cool yet warm, and clean, is utterly fascinating to me. In the heart (as it were) orange blossoms add a touch of floral citricity and elegance. While deep underneath it all, a glowing and very smooth golden amber exudes a feeling of comfort and stability. Ginger is listed here, though in the PR (from mark.) it says "ginger wood". It has a fresh spiciness not unlike ginger, yet seems a bit more dry and woody so; yes...ginger wood it is! For a "straight" floral scent, this is exceedingly well-rounded: having touches of the oriental, a bit of subtle spiciness and sheer woody nuances over an interesting floral aquatic while hinting at an almost yummy "foody" feel, with just a hint of sweetness and sheer delights... Sillage: good yet subtle Longevity: very good Overall: 3.5/5 Sophisticated, indeed! This perfume has little bits of almost everything in it, not unlike someone who has traveled the world and "been there" yet remained unassuming and become better for these experiences. One who does not brag about them; so much as share them with lovely remembrances and quiet dignity. sophistique speaks softly, but clearly. It is one of those scents that "works" really well with just about any setting or occasion.

Another Avon/Mark marvel. For those of you who want to try a more "out-doorsy" (is that a word?) scent but do not want to tango with woods and mosses and so on... this is what you want. I just found and ordered another bottle, knowing that when my current bottle is gone, I'll go into grieving. Very few perfumes live up to their name (literally) or come close. Sophistique is a rare and uncomplicated blend that settles the senses. Mark is a fool for yanking it. He also yanked "Earth" - another idiotic move as it was the best botanical blend I've ever found. Luckily I stocked up before it too was tossed to the winds. Being an aroma (therapy) junkie, it just blows my mind how rare gems are tossed aside. But there are bottles and body cream to be had but I wouldn't lolligag about it and anyone who is really irked over it's termination, goto avon/mark and complain. They have been known to bring something back. But enough complaining.. onto the fragrance: first off it is difficult to differentiate between the 5 elements. I think the basmati ties them all together. It smells as though the lotus & orange blossom are clinging to the amber and the ginger gives it a subtle splash of spice, then all is bound together with the botanical/aquatic like element of basmati. The scent is a journey (for each, their own) through a botanical garden with lush flowered greens, mini orange/lotus groves and a pond, right smack in the center where more greens and roots are grown in and about the water. A fantasy, if you will but take the step, because once there, you'll never wish to leave. Opal

The scent really lives up to its name, its sophisticated & unique! I havent smelled anything like this before. Insane lasting power for an eau de toilette,6+ hrs,sillage is arms length within first 3 hrs after which its close to the skin,i feel like a bought a high end product. This is my first mark fragrance and im definitely going to try the other ones!

I adore this!!! I usually stick with the sweet or vanilla scents. This one has none of that in it and its my favorite perfume that I own. It last about 6 hours on me and I got a lot of compliments when I wore it. This is the first Mark perfume I tried and if Avon is gonna be dumb and discontinued it they better get one that is twice as good in its place.

I love this perfume It is soft & creamy Scent to calm you It is like walking in a meadow,. I smell the ginger well blended with the rice . It is a diffrent scent. I have not smell anything like this before. I just love ! People should just give it a try