L'Attesa

L'Attesa plays on one of the many facets of orris root, i.e. it's doughy and yeasty scent, while using floral, green and subtle leathery notes. According to some, this fragrance is aligned with classic and sophisticated perfumery and could be compared with some fragrances offered by Chanel. Bergamot and neroli admirably illuminate the opening with their solar, green and citrus scent. When these notes slowly fade away, and after the citrus flowers have delicately captivated us with their indolent perfume, we detect an accord intended to evoke the famous sparkling wine from the Champagne region. And indeed, in an intermediate moment of the evolution of the fragrance, between the top and the base notes, something slightly sour and paradoxically comforting takes shape. Luca Maffei created this “champagne” accord using a supercritical CO2 extract — made from a mixture of several beers—, a substance developed and marketed by Charabot house in Grasse. In addition to offering a scent close to that of yeast, this material posses animalic, bitter, but also fresh and light facets. The fragrance offers an effervescence evoking a “brioché” champagne, and tangy notes of bergamot accentuate this addictive texture. When the aromas of the intoxicating wine have largely evaporated, the refined and elegant note of orris root gradually emerges, and it eventually becomes dominent. The perfumer used three different materials taken from the precious rhizome in L'Attesa's formula: Italian iris absolute, Italian iris butter and French iris butter, each bringing its own characteristics. The aridity of the Italian iris is balanced by the sweetness of the French iris. The sophistication tinged with coldness that is usually attributed to this material is made warmer by the carnal aspect of ylang-ylang and tuberose; two tropical flowers which support this fragrance without imposing themselves. Later in development, when the iris has completely revealed its rooty and doughy facets, the blend softens further, aided by sandalwood and oakmoss; the latter also helps to highlight the woody facets of the iris butter. A delicate smoky leather accord also contributes to the base notes, but some might not detect it. I particularly like to wear this perfume in summer because of its citrusy opening, modulated with tangy and green notes which, coupled with the white floral notes, brings a freshness which lingers in the slightly sure aroma of champagne which surprisingly lasts, like an intoxication which lingers into the early morning. It's probably the Iso E super which fixes it and modulates its woody, floral and violet leaf accents. Could Attesa be an iris that gets drunk in order to escape its melancholic destiny?

تقریبا هیچ نتی تو صنعت عطر سازی برای دماغ من به شکوه و نفیسیه عود و زنبق نیست . دو عنصری باشکوه و کمیاب که با کمترین خطا تو بکار گیرش کل شالوده عطر رو خراب می‌کنه . زنبق مثل الماس تراش خورده که تبدیل به گوهری بی همتا چون برلیان تو ترکیبات عطر هست .کلاس و پرستیژی بشدت ویژه تو کلییات یک عطر داره . قیمت بسیار بالای کره زنبق و محدودیت‌هایی که برای مارکهای تجاری ایجاد می‌کنه . بازم ارزش تیپ بوی این نت رو خاصتر می‌کنه . می‌خوام از عطری. بنام ل اتسا بگم . عطری هفت ستاره با کیفییتی خارق‌العاده . تو دریایی عطرهای که تست کردم . زنبق همواره جایگاهی ویژه داشته که حتی تو بهترین مارکهای دنیا هم آنچنان که باید و شاید به شکوه این عطر کار نشده . هایریس از هرمس که روندش خیلی زود تو اکوردی بالمی فرو می‌ریزه . ایریس اوبیگان که روند تخریجی سریعی داره . لوق بلو گرلن که پشت ی خروار نت دیگه زنبقش گم شده . . اما ی عطر نایاب هم داریم که شاهکاره. ایریس میست از سرج لوتنس . . چند بار که از این عطر ل اتسا تست داشتم سرفرصت . منتظر بهانه بودم خراب بشه . تغییر فاز بده . ولی اینبار هم ماسک میلانو ثابت کرد که محصولی فرای کیفییت و زیبایی داره . درست مثل بقیه عطرهاش. این مارک رو باید رفرنس کیفییت و‌زیبایی در کنار مارکهایی مثل ل لبو یا فردریک مال دونست که تعریفی ویژه از کیفییت و زیبایی ارائه دادند . . شروع ل اتسا مثل ورود به باغ بهشتی بزرگ و زیباست . درخشان و تحسین برانگیز . کره زنبق با حسی چرب و سنگین و پر مایه در کنار حسی بوزی یا الکلی . ترش و تلخ و پودری . ولی این همه شروع نیست . بوی گلبرگلهای خیس رز فرانسوی . درست مثل شاهکاره جوی از ژان پتو . این عطر واقعا مثل یک قطعه برلیان درخشان و گرانبهاست . تقریبا نیم ساعت که سپری بشه آکورد بوزی کمرنگ میشه و عطر حس پودری رو با حس بالمی تقریبا عوض می‌کنه . بوی چرم وضوح بیشتری میگیره و حس رطوبت و بالمی عطر. که منشأ اصلیش زنبق و رز هست. فرود میاد روی اکوردی فلورال که ساعتها پایداره . لوکا مافی این عطرو بحده زیادی نفیس و ریچ فرمول کرده که کل زور و زیبایی این عطر روی ترکیبی از گلهاست . نه رزینی تو کاره نه ادویه .نه. میوه . بخاطر همین برام بیش از پیش ارزشمنده . ماهییت عطر کاملا زنونست . تیپ بویایی بشدت کلاسی و ویژه . اصلا دم دستی نیست. کیفییت و زیبایی که زبونم قاصره . پرفورمنس چون فول ور نکردم و فقط چند بار از دکانت تست کردم نمیتونم قاطع نظر بدم . ولی همه چیز بسیار عالی طی میشه و ماندگاریش از مرز ۶ ساعت رو پوست من تو شرایط مختلف به راحتی عبور میکنه .

A powdery iris that takes time and understanding When I decided to add a perfume of Masque Milano to my collection, I researched the house a bit and stopped at L`Attesa (Waiting). I was drawn to the iris note that I don't know why I imagined it was similar to the one in Amouage Black Iris. My expectation was deceived but not in an unpleasant way, on the contrary. I discovered a powdery iris, airy and quite strong despite the smell that would not give you the feeling at first that it can have a long life in perfume. It is supported by violet, leather that has the role of giving depth to the perfume and oakmoss. The champagne in the opening, yes it there... but it blends very well with the powdered iris which does not make it stand out as a completely distinct note. It is a different iris that is worth trying, a contemplative iris, softer but which in terms of performance rises to the level of expectations. It persists on the skin very well and radiates in the first two, three hours after which it remains at the level of the skin, still feeling when it is carried by wind. The fragrance is unisex, the combination of champagne and powdered iris tilts the balance for the feminine side while the woody-leather base that takes root in the iris along with the good performance make it wearable without any shadow of a doubt by men. It can be used in spring, summer, even autumn, making it versatile in almost any situation. The presentation is also beautifull. The atomizer is phenomenal, the name of the perfumer is engraved on the glass collar and on the front is drawn a watch that symbolizes waiting in antithesis to the passing of time. A pleasant surprise from Masque Milano, which I hope to find in other perfumes of the house.

I agree with Pallida below. Pallida says it was the iso e super that had to be scrubbed off, (first thinking it was the vetiver) and maybe he/she is correct, but I can't help thinking that there is in fact vetiver in here that my skin is pulling in a foul way. Or the oakmoss? Can someone else help? If not for this problem on my skin, I rate this perfume a 10 out of 10. In fact, after I am done with my 2 samples (which I can only spray on some fabrics I own, but not on my skin and not on fabrics that bring out that vetiver stink), I am debating buying a bottle just to keep spraying it inside this boho purse I have. It sprinkles my kleenex and my possessions with only the most beautiful facets of this scent. I cannot part from this fragrance, even though it is difficult to wear on my skin. For any other perfume, I would never invest in a full bottle only to spray on fabrics, but the thought of never smelling this iris again haunts me. This smells like a linear, straight-up, no strings attached, genuine, true iris, if iris could be smelled! Every time the weather changes, I do spray it on skin, in hopes that the scrub off stench will have disappeared. No luck yet. Edit: 6/2020 I purchased a full-sized bottle. Oh well. I'm a sucker for L'attesa. Recommendation: for those with similar issues as me, spraying a heavy spray (not light) does help somewhat to bring out the beautiful parts of this fragrance and eliminate the negative aspects.

Magnificent dreamy Iris! It's hard to describe L'Attesa's beauty. From the yeasty opening, that is kinda weird in a magnetic way, to the gorgeous buttery Iris that starts appearing after just a couple of minutes, to the leather/sandalwood/oakmoss that darkens the fragile delicacy of the flower, the whole of the perfume manages to conjure the dimly lit room awaiting it's lovers. 1940's, maybe 50's, and the longing for something more. A lover awaits his/her loved one. A leather chesterfield; an aged wooden bookcase; a vase with tuberoses in the corner that is staring to wilt; powder puffs and a cigarette hanging from the lips. The wait (L'Attesa) is over. And the most beautiful Iris unfolds in 3D, in black and white resplendence like you've never smelled before. There's no need for props; the Iris here doesn't need it. Delicate, fragile, utterly mesmerizing. One of the best releases of the year, and an Iris that is to become mythical! Excellent sillage and longevity, still noticeable (easily) after 15 hours. Edit: almost 10 years later and L’Attess remains one of the last GREAT irises to be launched. The irises of yore. Masterpiece, along with Romanza!