Hanami

Hanami is a very interesting offering from Phlur. It looks like it would be a very simple sandalwood scent by the notes listed. But, it actually has a lot of character to it. Yes, it has a nice synthetic sandal wood note in it. But, it is paired with a lovely candied fig note. That fig also opens up with a now noticeable orange note. The florals in this fragrance give it a fem nature. But, this can be pulled off my a man all day. It has a lot of depth to it and is very pleasant. I didn't get good performance from the sample that I had but, once I got a full bottle of it. I started to notice that the performance was a lot better than I expected. I am easily getting 7-8 hours with a about a foot or two projection for 4 hours. It projects even more when applied to skin. I absolutely adore this fragrance, I am a sucker for fig. Hanami is an excellent take on that note. But, with that being said. This is also a very nice sandalwood fragrance that would cater to you sandalwood lovers. Btw, Phlur is an amazing brand, their ideals of giving back to their sources in terms of acquiring their natural notes as well as their views of environmental awareness is second to none. Not to mention, the people at Phlur are amazing people who are so helpful. I am a big fan of this brand and I would praise them to anyone as well as recommend their fragrances to people. Hanami may be one of their more simple fragrances, but their offerings such as Sandara show that this brand has a ton of creativity to them. Try out Phlur, you wont be disappointed.

Leaving this here in memory of what used to be my very favorite scent; that has since been reformulated and then finally discontinued. When I first tested this, it left little impression. But I dug the sample back out, testing it a few more times. I ended up buying PHLUR's Sandara instead — only to discover (realize?) that it did in fact smell a bit like 'dirt' on me (an honest comment from my husband, and we both laughed about it). I took a chance, and impulsively bought a full bottle of Hanami after experiencing fragrance memories of it. When I got that bottle, and I took the cap off, I immediately smelled the orange peel oil, and the hazelnut. When I spritzed it on my wrist, I literally said, wow. It was fresh, but rich, tart and juicy. A little aquatic, a little floral... really, it was every note ever in a fragrance, in the best way. On my skin, anyway. I got compliments galore whenever I'd wear it. I bought the body wash and lotion. I went through several bottles of it. It was my trusty companion. It wore so well on me. Then, PHLUR shifted gears in a completely different direction. I was optimistic at first — until I bought Hanami and it didn't smell the same. It was heavier, rougher and the brightness of the orange tartness was gone. I tried to wear that bottle, but ended up letting it go. One more time, I tried to buy Hanami again; and again, it wasn't the same thing I used to love. So long, lovely Hanami. You were gorgeous.

this perfume smells like the comforting hippie lady at your local rec center that probably drives a 2006 honda accord and definitely volunteers to teach the pottery classes - handing out fresh veggies from her garden as a parting gift at the end of summer classes. she wears long flowy skirts and her outfits are made of bright colors, handwoven textiles, and antique patterns. woody and comforting, hanami is reminiscent of fresh wood and spiced hot tea - the scent of her wrapping you up into a big hug, or the scent that you smell as soon as you step over the threshold and into her home. practically a bottled reminder that regardless of how dark and horrid winter gets, there's always a warm and comforting place to escape to - even if it's just on your wrist.

Man, I don’t know what people are smelling, but this to me is a perfect scent, signature worthy. Elegant, warm, creamy and clean, with zero bumps during opening or dry down. Just beautiful and easy to wear. I don’t have a sophisticated nose and cannot identify individual notes, just a perfectly unified blend of high quality ingredients. This review is based on the original white bottle, I’m praying they did not change the formulation in the new version. I will be so bummed. Side note: despite none of the notes matching, this is pretty close to Jo Malone wood Sage and sea salt. I like Hanami better, it’s softer, creamier and a tiny bit sweeter.

This is the first Phlur sample I have tried, and I am in love! I am new to exploring perfume and am finding that I really love fig. On me, this fragrance is creamy, figgy and warm and spicy (the spice from the sandalwood, I assume). It's cozy, but light, so I think it works for all seasons. This reminds me of Jo Malone Wood Sage & Sea Salt and smells almost exactly like the new summer edition of Philosophy Pure Grace called Summer Moments. It is a more intense version. I got this in Sephora's new clean fragrance sampler, and without even trying any of the others yet, I am almost positive this will be the travel spray I trade in my voucher for.

A few years back I ordered some Phlur samples for myself before visiting my family for Christmas. To my surprise, my mom (who could not be less interested in perfume usually) surprised me a week later with a full size bottle of Hanami because she said it smelled so good on me. It's not my favorite all-time scent, but it's lovely and comforting...especially in the winter. Somehow I'd never actually looked at Hanami's fragrance notes until today and was surprised how off-base my nose has been all these years! To me, it smells like equal parts coconut, fig, and salt. But a quick Ctrl-F for "coconut" on this page tells me I'm alone on that one!

Do NOT judge this scent from the initial spray! It reminded me of some sort of rancid Gucci Memoire (I have no explanation for this), but oh my god... the drydown is intoxicating. The citrus scent is gone completely in 5-10 minutes on my skin, so all the sharpness fades and I'm left with a beautiful creamy woods. idk how else to explain this but I'm really just in love with Hanami. It's woody, powdery, sweet, and so warm. It's a soft skin scent but I can still smell it on me the next day. I haven't worn another perfume since I bought this last week. If you're a lover of sandalwood and skin scents PLEASE give this a test

UPDATE I've worn this several times in warmer spring weather and enjoy the fragrance significantly more than when it was in the cold of winter. It's very creamy with a brightness from green fig wood and citrus rind with a powdery base. On my chemistry, it leans quite femme. With the exception of the first 30 seconds, the scent is very linear on me. Its subtle but has staying power — I notice it for at least 6 hours and it becomes a skin scent after that. I would say this is a 'you smell good' scent, as compared with 'your perfume smells good' Feels like a chill Sunday afternoon to me.

my favorite from the PHlur line that is now discontinued. this is the fragrance that taught me that I love creamy scents. I was endlessly buying rose scents because I thought that's what I liked, until I got Hanami by sheer luck. Now I know I am a vanilla and creamy scent gal. I will always remember this fragrance and it was one of the first fragrances that really spoke to my heart and made me happy. I wore it for ME, not for others and some of my favorite delightful moments were spraying this perfume on my bed at night before sleeping. I knew it would be a good night!

To me this is a creamy, slightly spicy and earthy sandalwood with a very pronounced woody base. It's gorgeous, unique, definitely "unisex" and "safe" in terms of its projection and notes. It even slightly reminds me of paper and papyrus-based scents. I can see the influence of Santal 33 as well. This sandalwood, however, is not marine nor salty, it does not have any "sweetness" to it unlike the sandalwood in Latin Quarter by Memo. It's not rubbery, synthetic or nauseating at all. It's very smooth and natural kind of sandalwood. I love it.

I have the original. It’s a figgy woody scent. It’s warm but light and would work in all seasons. It dries down to a soft ambery powder while still being fresh and youthful. What happened to Phlur after the rebrand is a travesty. They shouldn’t have discontinued their first fragrances. They were complex and confusing and really opened my eyes to what perfume can create in terms of a mood. Hanami was their flagship and then they changed it, and then discontinued it. I wouldn’t touch this brand with a 10 foot pole at this point.

I’m very sad this is discontinued! This is a lovely cozy and comforting scent. To me, the sandalwood is creamy with a pronounced fuzziness. It’s like being wrapped in a loosely knitted wool cardigan. Tam Dao is more crisp, like a wooden box you’ve just opened. Santal 33 on me is almost entirely a leather scent. The Maison Louis Marie 04 Bois de Balincourt has more of the fresh dill that many people get from it and Santal 33. Hanami is unique and stands on its own.

I like, but am not in love with this fragrance. It’s rather subtle and minimalist — more like “you smell good” than “your perfume smells good” When I bought it, I was hoping for a cosy, soft, warm fragrance... but on my skin, I get a lot of citrus-y sharpness that is ever present. I like it, just not the cozy minimalist snuggle I was seeking. :) I’m curious to try it again in the spring, when the balance of cosy to brightness might feel more appropriate.

I have this in body wash/ lotion form which was gifted to my mother by a friend. My mom is super particular so this ended up in my hands. I absolutely love it. Sandalwood is my all-time favorite note and you definitely get it from this. I also pick up some white florals and aquatic notes. It's beachy but is also strong enough to be good in winter. It is also divinely unisex, it smells fresh and clean and...sexy. I might have to by a bottle :)

This is an amazing Unisex warm weather fragrance that opens with a green vibe. On my skin I get creamy citrus, greens and slight woody nuances.Full review on the Freddiefragz Youtubbe channel. If you are interested in getting your nose on Hanami or other PHLUR fragrances go to their website and use Coupon Code: FREDDIE10 and save $10 off your 1st sample set. Stay Blessed

I finally had the chance to compare the old formulation with the new one, and I can confirm they are strikingly not the same. The one in the clear bottle lacks the soft creaminess of the original. It’s perfumey and sharp. What an absolute shame, the original one in the white bottle was an absolute masterpiece. So sad. They’re both extinct anyway.

A bright, clean and wispy floral aquatic. Its a soft opening, followed by a rush of bright florals that give way to the aquatic/sandalwood base. Light projection, average performance but still a keeper. This is a unisex fragrance but would much rather smell this on a female. Compliments galore.

I’m really sad this is being discontinued. It it my go to easy autumn fragrance. Slightly sweet but not a gourmand. The hazelnut is the prominent note for me with a woody slightly spicy dry down. Perfect for staying cozy as the leaves fall. Sad to see this one go.

I just ran out of this perfume, and I'm SO sad it's gone. This scent introduced me to fig in perfumes, which is now one of my favorite notes. This is a gorgeous, creamy fig sandalwood woodsy scent. RIP Hanami.

I ADORE this perfume. Please note, the new edition of hanami does NOT smell the same. I’ve tried both. The old edition is very warm, sophisticated, and creamy in my opinion.