The Writer

Another gorgeous but sadly underrated perfume from St Giles. My Initial blind buy of The Tycoon was a second choice (my first choice was The Stylist on coming across the note table That piqued my curiosity in the brand) - unfortunately at the time it was the only bottle I could source in Australia). Finally, I have been able to secure bottles of The Stylist and Writer. Both, as per my expectations have not let me down. Ironically The Writer May be the more captivating - somewhat coincidentally smelling a lot like Alguien which also arrived recently. A woody Teak - backed by a forest vibe morphs over a few minutes, enhanced by sage and rosemary after five minutes And brings a slightly urinic and animalic background into play. After another 5 to 10 minutes this softens and the herbal aspect is brought back into focus slightly refreshed with sliced ginger and a slight leathery feel - again the teak also reassert itself - it’s like it yo-yos a few times before settling on a linear path. By this point it smells like for all intents and purposes a traditional aromatic citrus herbaceous cologne but a damn good one. A very friendly old fashioned one. Amazed at how old school yet appealing it feels - I have so many and many for that matter that are wow in your face or impress but let you know they are the new guard. This one is more like a case for me if I have one for life in this genre - this will be my trademark - not too old fashioned - just a safe raucous well done choice...

The Writer is a woody aromatic fragrance with a twist. It starts off with a zingy note of ginger which is followed by a green burst mostly rosemary and clary sage. It tones down and you will get surprised by a beautiful inky accord, just like the name of the fragrance, the ink accord is very realistic and prominent. I think this one would be great to wear for the office.

Working from home with a toddler isn't easy by any means, but the power of comfy loungewear and a good fragrance to get you going is all you need. Rosemery to stimulate memory, fresh ginger, uplifting rhubarb and calming frankincense and woods.. It may be psychologicaal but i feel wearing this really motivates meto open my laptop and WORK!

I bought this one for my brother on his birthday, It was Tycoon or the Writer. So glad I went with this one, fair to say he loves it!!! Always telling me how many compliments he’s had.

Interesting all day (lots of spice). Very familiar whilst also being very unique - love it !!! - liked it so much i've just ordered another bottle.