1920 The Origin

When I see people say "headache inducing", especially about this fragrance, I roll my eyes and move on to another comment. This is a splendid fragrance for men. It is surley and spicey. Dirty whilst being clean. Vengeful while being compassionate. A novice to the fragrance world would turn the nose at this probably. They are not refined yet. It is like wine. When you are young you go for the Boones Farm Strawberry Hill... ugh...savages... As you develop your palate and fully understand the relationship of fragrance to mood, others, and how you can affect the world around you by your scent... then and only then will you understand the POWER this frag has. It is bold, demanding and convincing. This is what a man of trust, dignity and ability to lead will smell like. This can be used in most situations. Not necessarily a date night fragrance but it could be. That depends on IF you have the personality of an alpha male or not. The beta's will go for things like Emeraude or some bubble gum sweet tincture. If you are taking your girl out for italian..this is your frag. If you are raiding an english village.. this is your frag. If you are calling your buddy, Jimbo, over to play jacks and skip rope... this is not your frag. Longevity and Sillage will fall between Moderate and Long Lasting / Strong. Just depends on how much and where you spray. On skin shorter, on clothes longer. If you like Drakkar Noir you will like this.

One of my more (if not most) favorite "Green" fragrances. Like Guerlain Vetiver, it has a more refined air to it, and very well blended. Nothing jumps out offensively, it does not scream, "HEY! Look at me!" or anything of the sorts. That is not to say it is not noticeable, it is just not cloying or a projection monster. It is a friendly introvert! If you want a clean, green, citrus fragrance, this is definitely a no brainer! Not to "bash" on the previous response, there may be slight resemblances to Terre d'Hermes in the later drydown, I can see that with the Cedar/Bergamot. Although, this is definitely its own scent with the Cedar/Tea pairing, Bergamot, and the floral hint I think differentiates it most, Jasmine. Of course there is the sweet spiciness that is ever present from the Cumin, Pepper, and Ambergris to smooth it out. Definitely does not have that nice Vetiver/Cedar and Orange combo that I love so much in the Terre d'Hermes (and kind of the starting base to make it Terre d'Hermes DNA, if you ask me...). My point in saying this? It could definitely contend with the likes of Terre d'Hermes, but it does have its own unique smell, and a fantastic one at that. How many frags with Patchouli in them do not have the Patchouli muscling every other note for its show time on stage? This is a Classical Quartet, where Patchouli tried something new, and not another Jazz performance :).

A very interesting scent, affordable but doesn't smell cheap. Classy all the way. Profile: carries similar DNA of Cartier declaration EDT, however this one has a notable Iso E super note that holds the body of the perfume, the cumin note here is quite smooth, unlike declaration which opens with an intense cumin that persists for the first 20 minutes. To my nose Tous is more interesting. The cardamom is smooth btw, not sharp or annoying. The opening is spicy, cardamom, cumin and bergamot are prominent, slowly they take the back seat as iso e super and tea note emerge, the spices are still there but well blended with other notes. Performance: really great, please allow the perfume to macerate, I used two bottles, maceration did a huge job, just waste 10 sprays and put it away for a month or two and try again! It lasts good 6 to 7 hours easily. Lingers on clothes. I get whiffs of it next day on shirts. Masculine, summer/ spring scent, I wouldn't wear it in cold weather. Good signature scent. Recommended for men over 28. Most summer scents are fleeting and lack performance, this one can put an end to your search for something reliable. The bottle is beautiful. Sprayer is awesome. A very beautiful well rounded experience from start to finish. You need to like cardamom and cumin to like it.

TOUS 1920 The Origin unfolds as a splendid tapestry, a fragrance bespoke for milder climes. Unlike scents tethered to the maritime during warmer days, this essence finds its sanctuary in a botanical haven or the cool solace of woodland retreats. It shies away from scorching heat, seeking companionship in temperatures ranging from 60 Fahrenheit to the gentle, low non-humid 80s. A verdant essence graces this creation, akin to Jacques Fath's green water, yet lacking the serenity of that timeless beauty. Cardamom's gentle creaminess and grainy allure are present, accompanied by a distinct cumin nuance, not as brassy as the cumin of Quorum or Eucris when they are enjoyed in the cooler seasons. The popular opinion on the comeliness of these bottles is valid... they embody beauty. Acknowledged is the subjective nature of this frag's reception, varying on individual skin and fragrance palettes. For enthusiasts of savory tea-infused fragrances in warmer months, this might be an aromatic win. As the fragrance swiftly matures, a personal and delightful linger unfolds. Initial "outside" projection captivates for 45 minutes to an hour, yet thereafter, it retreats intimately close to the skin. A modest rating, 6.9 on this one.

I can't get enough of this fragrance! Literally, because it doesn't stick around for very long. I wish it did. This one could have been a signature fragrance. It brings back so many fond memories, with its sweaty cumin, and fresh wood-shavings. I know this scent well. I took every shop-class that was available in high school, and soon thereafter graduated to "head letter router" at the state pen. I made wooden signage for the state parks and rest stops. Aah, the memories.... All sweet and no bitter. If only the real world were that simple. What I smell: A cedar-wood sauna. Thick chaparral, baking in the summer sun. The inside of Trigger after a cross country tour. What she smells: The ambrosial man-funk of a day laborer's crew neck T. Her extemporaneous remarks: "quit asking me to smell things". Fragrances this fragrance would wear if it weren't already a fragrance: Montblanc Starwalker, Reflection Man by Amouage, Bois du Home Depot. Conclusion: This states on the bottle that it's an EDP, but it's performance is not convincing. I only wish it had the longevity and sillage to match it's evocative scent. Easy blind buy if you know the name of Willie Nelson's guitar.