Citron Citron

Herbal, green, citrusy, minty scent with some depth and nuances. Citron Citron resembles to my nose to Aqua Allegoria’s Herba Fresca: a fresh, crisp, light, bright, uplifting scent. Perfectly designed to be worn in high humidity and heat conditions. From my knowledge, I would consider this the British version of Herba Fresca, but with a twist. It’s a more aromatic and less floral version of Guerlain’s. It's not terribly unique or memorable, to be honest. Bottled mojito is another thing that comes to my mind when spraying this. Citron Citron is a luminous, sunny blend of bright citruses contrasted with fresh herbs, spices and woods. The feeling this scent gives me is one of walking into a lush garden filled with greenery and aromatic herbs on a spring morning after it rained. You have in here exactly like in your garden lemons, oranges, lime, thyme, mint, basil and marjoram. All of the most refreshing herbs and fruits! Clean, elegant and unisex. Ultimate summer fragrance for both genders. Longevity is nearly decent, about 3-4 hours, sillage is intimate, best skin scent in the genre of freshies.

This traditional English Hesperidic fragrance is absolutely stunning. The naturalness of the scent and its longevity are very pleasing. An etude in ochre tones. A juicy orange that, in the base, transforms into an elegant chypre citrus, somewhat reminiscent of Iskander and Azemour les Orangers by Parfum d’Empire. More masculine in character. All the notes are carefully composed to create a juicy, mouthwatering, invigoratingly cool sensation. A flawlessly constructed, full-fledged perfume in a classic style, not just another fresh cologne-ish musk that everyone and their dog is releasing these days. Such perfumes from the British Isles are incomparable and distinctive. Some real stuff from Lyn Harris. And yes, this is one of the most natural, long-lasting, and truly refreshing-in-the-heat fragrances I’ve come across. Just like a glass of orange juice. Simply excellent! It’s a real shame that all these magnificent scents like Citron Citron and many others have been ruthlessly discontinued by the new owners of the brand. What a loss!

Normally I won't put much attention on the fragrance features citron notes, because I got almost the same "uplifting" or "fresh" vibe among those citron notes. But certainly not Miller Harris. I got a sample of this and decided to give it a try, and it turns out really distinctive and intriguing. Citron citron starts with good quality of citron vibe. Unlike most of the other citron notes showing up giving you "fresh" and gone, Citron citron actually "invites" you to stay and calm down to enjoy the evolution of notes. The transition isn't dramatic but it keeps you wonder how it will evolve. The oak moss, mint and cardamon are being good at supporting the citron and wood. And when it finally settle on my skin, it gives me really soothing, relaxing and chilling mood. It is calming but not dull at all. Definitely would do better at warm summer days. I think you need the heat to bring out the evolution of the citron notes.

This is a safe, clean pick-me-up of a perfume that I enjoy wearing to work. I find it clean and energizing and love the natural citrus grounded in a bit of cedar and oakmoss. I find that for a natural citrus, this lasts quite well, though I have to reapply mid-day. It is a bit gentler and "friendlier" than "Miller Harris Tangerine Vert" which I also love but which is a bit harsher (perhaps more masculine, which does not usually stop me). When I feel adventurous, I layer it with another Miller Harris, like Pamplemousse, La Fumee, or Jasmin Vert for a more mysterious overall effect.

Perfect warm weather fragrance. I have the body oil, which smells wonderfully citrusy. The citron note is still detectable as a skin scent after a dip in the pool. After I spray it on, it fills the room and lingers in the air, lending a nice citron zest freshness to the whole room.