1899 Hemingway

13 reseñas

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• Brasidas

  January 16, 2015

  

  This Histoires de Parfums fragrance is quite good. It opens very similarly to Spicebomb but is much softer and more natural, without that burnt feeling. It’s a pleasant cinnamon and pepper scent; as the juniper berries come through, it leans into a darker style, similar to the sweet, liquorish, rubbery vibe of Prada Luna Rossa Extreme. Here, the fresh, wet violet notes—nothing powdery—give a cheerful vibe until the end, preventing the spices from becoming cloying. It’s unisex, but if you’re a man, you’ll definitely like it for the floral notes. Good longevity, light-to-moderate sillage, and excellent value for money.

• Ouroboros

  June 24, 2015

  

  In this fragrance, what I smell most is juniper, followed by lime and white pepper. Although they aren’t listed in the composition, I detect citrus and orange notes (maybe the neroli and bergamot). I have to say, for some strange reason, I don’t smell the Spicebomb similarity, even though my partner says I do. Instead, I detect a resemblance to Estee Lauder’s L’Orangerie mixed with pepper (maybe that’s what makes others think of Spicebomb, since I can’t smell the benzoin or anything from that other perfume, but as I said, this is my PERSONAL take).

• oscarsh86

  November 12, 2015

  

  Curious fragrance, not my favorite from the brand. It starts with a standout bergamot note with a citrusy touch. The pepper is present from the beginning until almost the end. As it dries down, the bergamot fades and cinnamon emerges, quite potent. The floral notes are very in the background; this isn’t floral at all, but rather spicy and peppery with the cinnamon and pepper. In the dry down, there’s a subtle vanilla touch with amber lingering faintly at the base. I’ve read that it doesn’t last long, but mine performed great. The first 2-3 hours have an incredibly high projection, then it settles closer to the skin but still lingers all day. I stopped smelling it at 7-8 hours, which is acceptable longevity. I see this as a winter, fall, and spring scent; in summer, it might be too much if it’s hot. Works for day and night. Recommended if you can grab it at a good price.

• oscarsh86

  November 14, 2015

  

  A curious fragrance, though not my favorite from the brand. Bergamot sets the citrus tone, and pepper is present from start to finish. As it dries down, the bergamot fades and cinnamon takes over—lots of cinnamon. The florals are very subtle; it’s more spicy and peppery than floral. There’s a hint of vanilla at the end with a very subtle amber base. Lasted surprisingly well for me, unlike what I’ve read. High projection for the first two or three hours, then close to the skin but still noticeable. After seven or eight hours, I can’t smell it anymore. Acceptable longevity. I see this for winter, fall, and spring; it might be too heavy in summer if it’s hot. Works for day and night. Recommended if you can grab it at a good price.

• pedjalazaro

  August 3, 2016

  

  Smells amazing. It’s like Spicebomb but softer and more complex. Opens with juniper, pepper, and cinnamon, then vanilla comes through. Lasting power and sillage are moderate. The first two hours are intense, then it settles close to the skin. Very versatile.

• pedjalazaro

  August 7, 2016

  

  I’m obsessed. It smells like Spicebomb but more tamed and with more nuances. It starts with juniper, pepper, and cinnamon, then vanilla comes through. Longevity and sillage are moderate. The first two hours are pure enjoyment, then it drops to skin scent. It’s super versatile.

• MarcusRS

  July 13, 2017

  

  I confirm that 1899 Hemingway smells very close to Spicebomb; fortunately, this version by Histoires de Parfums is better crafted and more refined. Ernest Hemingway embodied the image of the writer in the US and the symbol of the rough, daring man. It’s well-known that the renowned author put his shotgun in his mouth, so let’s stop the story there… 1899 marks the birth year of this dramatic American writer and also inspired this proposal, which doesn’t quite manage to be as original as the character it pays homage to. 1899 isn’t exactly a cheap perfume, so if you like the scent of Spicebomb, this is a much more convenient option. Excellent longevity with good projection. If you’ll allow me, I’d also recommend 1828 by Jules Vernes; it’s like a modernized and very beautiful version of the acclaimed Gucci Envy.

• rafasant

  April 27, 2018

  

  I agree with the previous comments. Very similar to my V&R Spicebomb, but much softer and more wearable in times when it’s not extremely cold. It’s more delicate; the cinnamon isn’t as dominant, and it’s not as heavy on the spices. A good perfume with great longevity.

• rafasant

  May 8, 2018

  

  Totally agree with the previous comments. It’s very similar to my old Spicebomb by V&R, but much softer and more wearable when it’s not extremely cold. More delicate, the cinnamon note doesn’t dominate as much and lacks that heavy spice weight. Great perfume with good longevity.

• uhm

  June 17, 2019

  

  This house has a very good quality-to-price ratio within the niche. If they kept it up, it would be a fantastic fragrance, but once it dries down, it gets heavier and more monolithic, losing that fresh contrast of juniper and bergamot that makes it luxurious. You can definitely smell the pepper, and I think it hints at something like cedar. The Spicebomb and BMB combo always tops it. It smells great, but ultimately, it gets a bit tiring. Longevity is no problem.

• R.de Lioncourt

  January 24, 2021

  

  I wasn’t expecting so much sweetness based on the reviews, but there isn’t any. It’s a blend of pepper and freshness that smells citrusy and herbal. The juniper suits me, though I’m not entirely sure about it. It’s not that charismatic, ‘alpha’ men’s perfume that’s trendy right now. It’s for an elegant, serious man, ideal for the office or work. It also works well for dinner or evening parties because it appeals to many people, men and women alike, regardless of their taste preferences.

• R.de Lioncourt

  February 1, 2021

  

  I wasn’t expecting the sweetness mentioned in other reviews, but there’s none of that. It’s a blend of pepper and freshness, very citrusy and herbal. The juniper works well for me, though I’m not entirely sure why. It doesn’t smell like that trendy ‘alpha’ or oriental masculine vibe, but rather an elegant, serious man. Perfect for the office or business meetings. It’s also a great choice for parties or evenings because it usually pleases everyone, men and women alike, regardless of their taste.

• RLarcos

  May 23, 2024

  

  The main difference I see between 1899 and Spicebomb is that Virginia juniper note, which gives it a fresh, herbal touch that the other lacks. Otherwise, they’re quite similar.