Ombre Indigo

This is my first review here and I dedicate it to this wonderful fragrance! Below is my initial impression of the perfume when I acquired it a year and a half ago. The change in feeling now is that I no longer have any problems with the second phase :). 10/10 I've been searching for the perfect tobacco, smoky, cigar scented perfume for over a year now, and I can say I've finally found it in the form of Ombre Indigo, which was the usual "blind" buy. It turned out to be a total hit right on target. This is such a tripolar scent (The Beauty - The Devil - The Beast) that the label "unique" fits in its full meaning. This unbridled wild beast opens in an amazing way (perhaps the most beautiful phase - The Beauty) which lasts 2-3 hours and the first 30 minutes are divine. Fresh, slightly sweet with a hint of bewitching appeal. I can't distinguish any single ingredient, everything is woven together in a great way and very balanced. Phase 2 is I don't know how to say it in the most diplomatic way - I wanted to peel the skin off my hand (the worst moments of the whole palette that the perfume owns - The Devil) which lasts for another 3 maybe 4 hours. Very resinous, smoky, heavy, it hit me at one point. Here, "The Three Musketeers" - leather, olibanum and vetiver come to the fore, their combination erupted like lava from a long-dormant volcano in a very merciless way for my taste. After all that ordeal I went through, from the "caressing on the back" to the "stroke with wet rag on the face" came that cigarette tobacco I had been searching for months. The smell is when the tip of the cigarette/cigar is lit up by the burning tobacco at the moment of pulling from the cigar. At the same time, there is such a tart moderate sweetness that makes this so unique - The Beast! For about 10 minutes, I literally did not take my hand off my nose while inhaling deeply from this blue elixir. There is no tobacco anywhere in the pyramid. Here the combination of plum, saffron, papyrus and tuberose are so wrapped in each other and recreate 100% what I described in the last dry phase of the perfume. I can't wait to wear it longer, but I'll have to wait a few months for it to cool down again to enjoy it longer. Not that it can't be applied on cool summer evenings, but you have to be careful with the sprayer. And finally, projection (5-6 hours you are like a cloud) and durability (over 12 hours, even more, but after that it becomes a skin scent) at the top level, and my rating is 9/10. If it weren't for those difficult 3-4 hours of the middle phase, I would have given it a well-deserved 10.

This niche perfume line was completely inspired by the art of photography. The photographer of this work was the Brazilian Gustavo Pellizzon and the inspiration of this fragrance was the shadow, which precedes us, follows us and surrounds us. Without it, there are no light movements. The perfumer was Mylène Alran, from Robertet, who has already created for Grés, Lalique and Bentley. This fragrance was launched in 2014 and is composed of notes of petitgrain, tuberose absolute, plum and saffron, in the output; Essences of vetiver and Papyrus, in addition to leather and incense, in the heart; At the base, notes of amber, musk, and benzoin. To be honest, I don't even know where to start. The blue color of the liquid is mesmerizing and the scent that exudes on the skin is stunning. The company does not explain, but I believe the name indigo represents two different things: the blue color and the type of plum used, which is the Indian plum, also known as the Governor's Plum (Flacourtia Indica). Ombre Indigo is quite linear and, although labeled as unisex, has a more masculine approach, in my opinion. The first time I wore, I remember saying: "it has saffron". And I was not wrong! On my skin, the fragrance has developed on 3 main accords: tuberose, saffron, and incense. The other nuances work as background but are no less important. When touches the skin, the plum appears, sexy and fruity. The tuberose is very balanced and creamy, unlike the carnal and floral aspect, which is common and even uncomfortable for many people. The scent of the saffron flower is divine and brings the leathery smell that lasts until the heart when the leather note arises. The incense extends the smoky aspect of the fragrance, which ends with the sweet sensuality of benzoin. Ombre Indigo is not a perfume that surprises in evolution. As stated above, it is linear, although possessing explosive output. And for this reason, it tends to confuse the user, who does not notice changes and may end up suffering from olfactory fatigue. But don't be fooled, since it projects well for about two hours and remains on the skin for more than 12 hours, especially in muggy climates like here, in Brazil. Try Ombre Indigo and let this blue shadow follow you, even in times of darkness.

If you want the true scoop on this fragrance and a correct assessment of the whole OS line in general read Deadidol's review below. I totally agree that they are top loaded, with the exception of maybe Chambre Noire? So much promise in the opening notes only to lead to disappointment. Indeed there's clever notes in here and at first this was an instant hit with me, not expected either being slightly fooled by the colour of the juice. Plummy, tart strong opening with loads of resinous beauty, I'd say more benzoin warmth the olibanum but let's just call it...resins. I can definitely smell a sandalwood, papyrus note as it begins to settle, further beefing out this heavy weight oriental vibe, but adding something doey almost wheat like. (Think Jeux des peu) I don't usually like papyrus but when used sparingly in the right composition I can enjoy it. Ombre Indigo just about gets away with it and the fragrance settles to a leathery, earthy vetiver. It's actually quite the mixture of elements and as such a unique smelling perfume so it needs to be applauded for that. However, I keep coming back to the fact the drydown doesn't live up to the glory of the opening. I can't comment on the performance really as this is only the second wear (and I don't recall the performance first time) but I can tell it's fading already and I only applied it an hour and a half ago. Promising start but destined to go the way of other Olfactive Studios releases, shame really. I'm a romantic though and as such this fragrance still gets a love from me despite obviously having problems, If you discard them and judge the smell especially the opening then this perfume deserves praise.

It's about time I write a review about this one since I have the day off work today. My days off are my favourite time to cloth myself in my fragrances. I pour it on thick. This has been one of my favourites for quite a while. This fragrance is an illusion. The blue juice leads you to believe that you could be dealing with an Aquatic. WRONG. The companies description is quite accurate. At first you think this is a strong leather/incense woody accord. But that is just the Top & Middle notes playing with your mind. The top notes do fade away rather quickly and that is when you smell the floral notes. The floral notes never become "feminine" in my point of view, just gentle. And it's important to note that for me, the leather notes never completely went away. When I wear it, the incense and woody notes eventually disappear but not the leather. I LOVE that. Its like a leather floral. IMO this is a masculine scent, although I am a believer that all scents are universal for everyone. This is one has a bold personality, quite different than the others in the line that I've tried. Tough on the outside, but sensitive on the inside. (Sort of like me.;) But you should beware, this one will grow hair on your chest.

Olfactive Studio is a small niche house with only 6 fragrances from 6 noses to its name so far. Each perfumer was paired with work from a different photographer as the basis for the inspiration for each scent. Ombre Indigo is the latest and I think, the best offering from OS thus far. Presented as "the scent of a shadow", OI is a smoky, resinous and quite unique blend that features primarily olibanum, benzoin and leather, balanced fascinatingly by vetiver, tuberose, saffron, plum and petitgrain. This is a composition I've not come across before and on my skin it works wonderfully well! As you can see in the photo above, the juice itself is a gorgeous indigo blue (hence the name), which I also love! The opening is amazing and has one's nose going in all different directions wondering "what sorcery is this?" (yes, apparently my nose has a brain now!). Then disappointment briefly seems to take over as the scent appears to wander off. But then it does something odd & re-emerges once again in a more refined, less pointy manner and lasts for hours. This really is a fine juice from an emerging house with some great ideas. Recommended!

I absolutely love this - the best fragrance from this house since Chambre Noire. On me, it's a frankincense scent, plus smoke, some leather and a touch of plum. No florals. DeadIdol might be right about the top-loading, which is OK by me. I smell great when I put it on, great in the car, great when I kiss my friends hello and it begins to fade before we eat. It feels just right on this misty September morning when the sunlight's streaming low through the branches and I'm about to light the woodburner. This goes in my 'cosy' collection of autumn/winter frags with things such as L'Air du Desert Marocain, Incense Avignon, Dune, Five O'Clock au Gingembre, Jeux de Peau, Douce Amère, Chergui, Cèdre and Santal Majuscule. One to wear while curling up in front of a log fire with a woolly sweater, a good book and a glass of Rivesaltes.

I tend to choose perfumes very theoretically, chasing & obsessing on specific notes and concepts. Ombre Indigo is one of few I know I like, as a whole, purely from experience. It's the one of a bunch of Olfactive Studios samples I kept reaching for when I went away for a month. Especially for going out. It was just... the most pleasant. Resonated somehow with my (pretty low) mood, too, but still felt crowd-safe. Even my perfume-skeptic best friend liked it. Notes-wise, I get some subdued sweet plum, and saffron (which is a sweet gourmet spice note in my culture & mind, not a sharp leather one), and some nag champa type incense sticks, mostly unlit. Notes are very smoothed out and blended though, which I can for once appreciate. And then yes, it's over too soon. Even on clothes.

Beautiful and mysterious! for me it is an enigmatic fragrance,different,and warm. I like the opening, and as it evolves through the notes reveals something "rubbery", is a complex perfume, with plum always present in the background, giving the scent the right amount of light they need. The drydown reveals truly captivating with the notes of benzoin, ambergris and musk .... is a very modern and unique scent. Suitable for autumn or even winter .. this wraps me in a warm aura, making me feel "protected" and charismatic. Among my favorites of Olfactive Studio.... The sillage is moderate, and good longevity. Sillage: 7.5/10 Longevity: 8/10 Scent: 8.5/10 Overall: 8.5/10

If you liked Black Afgano, definitely try this one. Ombre Indigo is a dark herbateous perfume with a sweet resinous edge. And even though it's an EdP all the stong materials (petitgrain, plum, tuberose, incense, papyrus, vetiver, and leather smoothed with benzoin) make it smell as if it's an extrait. The structure is quite complex and layered compared to BA and it does much more than shouting "pot" in your face.

Really great, hard to describe fragrance. Somewhat plumy, leathery, woody, frankincense, dry, earthy, little sweetness from saffron... Really complex and well put together, it feels modern and elegant. Very different but memorable, likable and easy to wear. I'd say this will probably appeal more to men. Really worth trying out, my favorite from Olfactive line.

Smoky and deep, strong scent, standout in its realm of forest-esque type of scents, worthy of a full bottle. Its not like something Ive had smell before, old man type of vibes, but in a good way, like the one you see and respect just from the sight, this perfume deserves to be tried.

Mixed berries with a hint of leather. It's unique, playful, quite sophisticated and captures its title very well! Lasts about two hours or more on my skin and projects within arm's length when first applied. Much love for this one.

Unique.At first I detected some petrolium or rubber after some time the smell turns out out to be some perfect jam.Long lasting.if the sillage would match with lasting power, it would be an utterly great perfume. Rating : 7/10

A beautiful, resinous, plummy fragrance. It's unique and to me, perfectly unisex, but I do favor very resinous scents, so it might be masculine to someone who prefers light florals. Big love.

Spicy leather with a plum scent ! Now this is delicious and unique. Very reminiscent of the scents we rocked in the 80s. Masculine, sexy, and a stand out

I really enjoy this..it is very gentleman.. The lasting power is good. I am very glad that olfactive has brought it ..i love it

For me it's the smell of heaven, nature, ocean, jungle.

الظل النيلي اتمنى ان لا اكون مخطا بالاسم: عطر غامض وكانه يقول لديك أمر يجب ان تخفيه لاتنخدع بالمكونات التي قد توحي ان العطر به لمحة مشرقه تخوله ليكون عطر صباحي العطر: اجده من انواع العطور التي تحتاج اختبار اكثر مره للاقتناع به مالم اذكره من نوتات لم يسقط سهوا وانما لم الحظها النوتات التي قد تلحظها والتي تعتبر اكثر دورا في هذا العطر النوتات الفاكهية الرائعه نجيل الهند، اللبان المر الجلود،، الزعفران بداية وقلب العطر هو امتزاج رائع وجميل وفخم وغامض لروائح الجلود مع فاكهة البرقوق والزعفران الذي، اعطاني شعوراً بتواجد الماء وكانها تلك البحيره بالصوره الخاصة بالعطر وكان الجلود بلونها الاسود وفاكهة البرقوق الحلوه الحامضة قليلا بلونها السماوي الداكن هو ذلك الجانب المظلم بالعطر رائحة الجلود هنا كرائحة الاشياء الجديدة مزجت بالفاكهة الحلوه الغير مائلة للحولى بل للمشروب اكثر مع الزعفران المائل هنا للطعم السكري المظلم! ستجد ان تلك المكونات الغامضة الفخمة نوعا بابطالها في البداية الجلد واللبان المر والبرقوق الحلو الحامض والزعفران بدأ يزيدها عموضا بلمستة السمكوية العشبية نجيل الهند الذي يبدا يتسيد الموقف اكثر مما يتيح لنوتة الجلود الانسحاب ببطى ليفسح المجال لنجيل الهند والفواكة والزعفران ينتهي العطر بلمسة المسك وربما العنبر الغير ملاحظة كثيرا بالنسبة لي ؟ ثلاثة مراحل مختلف جدا تتجه للنعومه اكثر مع هذا العطر ولهذا عند تجربته اصبر عليه . عجبني كثيرا قدرتة مبتكرة العطر Mylene Alran من تجسيد تلك الصورة الفوتغرافية التي طلبت مالكة الدار منها ان تحاكيها! جمال الرائحة 9/10 فخامة الرائحة 8/10 ثبات العطر 9/10 فوحان العطر / لم اختبره بعد :) محبي عطر Fetish قد يروق لهم هذا العطر فيه لمحات بسيطة من العطر وان كان عطر فيتيش من روجا تابلي وسموكي وارضي اكثر من عطرنا وعدنه وضعه بجانبه سيتلحظ الفارق ولكن قد تلمح بعض اللمحات وان كنت ارى ان هذا العطر اسهل ارتداء من عطر فيتيش طالما وصلت هنا لاتنس ذكر الله والصلاة على النبي، والاستغفار...

This smells exactly like something I’ve owned - but I can’t place it. At first, I thought it was ELDO Rien - but upon a side by side comparison, it was not. I will though, use the leather note in Rien to compare to this - as they are similarly distinctive leathers. Very pungent - dusty (but full) - harsh leather notes. Similar in that regard. In regard to the rest of the notes - as usual, I was hoping for a nice shot of plum - but no. If there’s plum in here, I can’t smell it. I do smell the vetiver. Unlike others, i'm getting 12+ hours. strong performance. strong. (mine is a tester from fragrancenet - 8/13/19) This is a hearty, dusty leather scent - almost with a bit of a petroleum vibe. Potent. Unique. When all is said and done, I appreciate this scent. I appreciate the House for OS for trying something different. It’s a nice scent, but doesn’t do it for me. For $60 on fragrancenet, I’ll take it - but I would’ve been pretty disappointed had I paid full price. If you’re looking for an anti-mainstream type scent - masculine - give it a shot! EDIT Ahh I think I remember - does this smell very similar to Gucci guilty absolute? I sold my bottle so I can’t confirm - but if I recall, it’s very similar. Maybe someone on here will know!

Love the opening of this. A very unisex leather with almost boozy plum and incense. If only that first impression lasted a little bit longer. Within not even an hour it's a skin scent on me and I actually have to touch my nose to my skin and breath in deep to still smell it. At that point the plum has completely vanished and I only get very soft leather with the mildest - i mean, really, the very mildest - of vetiver and spice. I'm still giving it a like, cause I find the opening so invigorating; and also I do want to account for the possibility that this may perform a lot better in cooler weather, while I am testing it in the wet yet quite warm Monsoon weather of Mumbai. But I got to be honest here, both sillage and longevity are not good for me. In the climate I'm in within 2-3 hrs I cannot distinguish it anymore from my own body scent. Either way, as I said, climate can make a whole lot of a difference and the opening IS lovely. Thus I wouldn't suggest a blind buy, but do give it a test drive if you can get your hands on a sample!