Bohemian Soul

Smells like Dyptique Tam Dao. Less full and embodied version. Less sandalwood and more incense. Incense is one of my favorite notes in perfumery. I prefer my Tam Dao, lasts a lot longer. This is a gorgeous fragrance though, I think it might smell a little bit better. This would probably be best in hotter temps, it would project to where others could smell it too. It’s a happy clean wood citrus fragrance with a backbone of incense. Anyone could wear this. It’s not a daring scent. I really enjoy it, if I didn’t have Tam Dao, I would consider adding it. I’m going to give it a like, as it is a safe scent that everyone would love, I tend to go for the more daring and obscure.

This is just so pleasant. Pretty, soft, mysterious. The opening is green and settles into a beautiful, Milky sandalwood with some powdery floral nuances. I also get a hint of soft, resinous, Japanese style incense. It's definitely in the same vein as Annick Goutal's other fragrances but not as sweet as the ones I've tried. This is so soft and easy to wear without being boring and is my go to for work, when I don't know what to wear, and when I'm around fragrance sensitive friends. I think I always want to have this around!

I've always had a soft spot for the "woody - powdery iris" type. That's why I can compare it with its counterparts. In my opinion, this is a very successful perfume! A classy woody scent takes the lead. And with supporting notes like myrrh and frankincense, it’s simply magnificent! I can also confirm that it shares some common traits with those it’s compared to, but this one stands out because it’s more long-lasting and woodier. Since it has less of a citrus aspect, the woody character isn’t overshadowed.

Bvlgari Pour Homme grew up, stopped being loud and started to think before he spoke. Bohemian Soul instantly took me back to my highschool days, specifically my Junior year, when I wore Pour Homme like it was Holy Water. Bohemian Soul is an excellent herbal freshly for the warmer daytime outings. Great projection and sillage without being obnoxious. Moderate longevity, about 4-6 hours on skin depending on spray count (I do 6). Love and “Add to Cart” on first sniff.

I have heard people comparing it to Byredo's Gypsy Water, and one friend told me to try this. Thank you, Sylvie :) On my skin it starts off fresh and airy, then dries down into a soft sandalwood smell. The only downside is the longevity. It’s definitely a skin scent and only lasts about 3-4 hours on me before fading. But honestly, it smells so gorgeous and calming that I don't mind reapplying. The perfect, easy to wear everyday woody scent for me.