Chypre-Siam

3 reseñas

Mostrando las más recientes primero.

• ngarcia

  August 15, 2021

  

  Opening up, a handmade chypre with a hit of oakmoss à la Manuel Cross and that Kaffir lime I’d never smelled before; it’s rich, citrusy but not piercing, with body. The opening is a spectacle, smelling of civet but not dirty; it’s classic yet modern, with a niche vibe. At 45 minutes, it becomes creamy thanks to the ylang-ylang and a bit of benzoin, improving the blend with the citrus. It remains advanced and classic (not much, in my opinion, but that’s what it seems). I recommend everyone try it; for daily wear, you have to see if it’s your style. Starting from the second hour, there’s a soapy and elegant phase thanks to shy jasmine and emerging sandalwood. The next hour marks the negative turn: the rich creaminess unravels, the freshness recedes, and it gives way to an animal leather that dominates everything from the 4th hour, lasting until 10+ hours. I like the opening more than Mousse Illuminée, but Mousse lasts better. Great perfume, worthy of a try, and the price is justified. Scent: 7.9 (would go up if it lasted longer). Longevity: 8.6 (10+ with the leather). Sillage: 7.6. Emotional Impact: Yes. Originality: 7.1. Price: 156€/75ml. Recommendation: Medium-High.

• svazquez7

  June 26, 2023

  

  Chypre Siam is a rare chypre. It doesn’t revolutionize perfumery, but it’s admirable that it revives the vintage essence that LMVH, L’Oréal, and others have destroyed over the years. From the Mitsouko line, lime (very strong) dominates, almost linear, one of the best I’ve smelled from this indie house. The only downside is the price; we’ll see when I try the spray version.

• jerry drake

  October 21, 2023

  

  If you’ve ever dreamed of a golden-era oakmoss chypre, you have two choices: hunt down a very old vintage or turn to Manuel Cross. Imagine Chypre Siam as a rebellion against the bureaucracy that supposedly protects us from ingredients thought to be harmful, banned after causing allergies in 3-5% of people (curiously, after trying many perfumes, my only issues have been with three modern ones), so wearing it today has something subversive that multiplies its appeal. While the oakmoss comes out quite rough and wild, I expected it to be more potent. It starts green and fresh with lime, very herbaceous, probably due to a generous amount of basil. Then white flowers appear, less prominent than the green notes, but I clearly detect the ylang and jasmine. The green, dry base of the oakmoss is softened by sandalwood and benzoin without turning sweet. The powdery, mossy, and leather finish is a delight. It faithfully reflects the myths of the 70s and 80s; if you’re a staunch vintage lover, you can only appreciate it. Performance: just okay on my skin, nothing dazzling. Is it my problem or has it been reformulated?