Forest

Yesterday, in my excitement to open my Rook parcel, I accidentally sprayed Rook (the perfume) which was not something I wanted to do in summer heat. Much to my surprise, it completely worked in the heat. But I’ll leave that review for another day. This review is for Forest, the perfume on this page with different “pop art” packaging design—and the reason I bought my discovery kit. The simple geometric pattern makes me think of the 1960s. The scent coming out of this updated bottle is natural, green and fresh. Opening features a strong mentholated pine note, quickly dissipates into an easy to wear nature scent. Pine trees and aromatic earth, I don’t pick up the cannabis note. Remarkable in warm weather, but probably just as nice in cooler weather. Getting moderate performance but satisfied since the scent is a natural one. As a side note: I really appreciate the 3ml spray size in this discovery set. Happy to have ordered directly from the perfumer as it only took about 11 days to get from the U.K. to Seattle.

I admit this is one of my faves. I love the aromatic note with the incense and cannabis. All Rook fragrances smell wonderfully natural and that's one of the big attractions for me. This is wonderfully verdant and a touch smoky. It doesn't evolve that much on me but I like it that way. It is not a heavy or dark scent. It is pretty soft. Very unisex and perhaps a scent for casual wear. All Rook scents are easy to love and a joy to wear. Nadeem clearly enjoys green fragrances as much as me. I look forward to trying his future creations.

Fragrances often come with titles leaving the imagination wonder and before we even get the chance to test them we have already built up a scent expectation based on a vision and can sometimes be let down but Rook Perfumes make it easy because they are a aptly named a description of how they smell. Forest for me is exactly how I would picture a casual stroll through the woods on a cold, brisk winter morning. Crisp, fresh & layered with pine. Perfect for the season!

Oh my, talking about the smell of a forest with fresh pine trees and smokey surroundings!!! If you love these smells this is a must have! Got to one of the most realistic forest scents I have ever tested! This one is a masterpiece in this genre! 9-10

the notes smell very realistic in Rook products, if you close your eyes this really takes you to a forest!