Eau du Soir by Sisley

Smells super classic, with an air of old-world elegance. It’s sophisticated and serious; I think it takes a certain age to pull it off. It’s the complete opposite of a ‘choni’ vibe.

I had high expectations after reading and hearing reviews, but as always, try before you buy because reviewers can sometimes be overly imaginative. I tested it on a hot, humid day (summer in Uruguay) and it lasted a bit more than 2 hours on my skin, where I only smelled soap and nothing else. However, a friend who smelled it on me noticed more nuances. For the same reason, ask them to wear it and go out for a walk before deciding whether to buy it. Honestly, if I had bought it blind, I would have used it anyway, perhaps in a different season.

If you like potent perfumes and you’re over 30, this is YOUR perfume. This would be my advertising slogan for this elixir. I own it and use it only in winter. It’s a trail-making perfume, a work of art from the old days; they don’t make perfumes like this anymore. Thinking about it, it gave me the impression of being a clone of Clinique’s Elixir, super similar; I’d say they’re twins. It’s not a perfume for everyday wear (in my opinion); I don’t detect the mandarin or grapefruit at all, but the lily, labdanum, and jasmine are very noticeable, and the amber flows beautifully in the dry down. It’s not for me personally, as I’m a huge fan of fresh, aquatic, oceanic, and white floral scents. I keep it because I need a fragrance in my wardrobe that’s different from everything else and that my nose doesn’t get tired of. I resort to it very rarely, and it is true that it flatters your presence with a sophistication that feels like jewelry. The price says it all: a fine, expensive jewel.

The first time I tested it on blotting paper, it seemed fresh, soapy, floral, nothing unisex as I had read in reviews; rather, one of those bombastic feminine scents from the 80s and 90s. However, when I applied it to my wrist and let it settle for a few hours, I noticed that fresh, green, woody aroma, perfectly unisex, and sumptuously elegant. I imagine wearing it to a reception on a spring or autumn afternoon. Also, on blotting paper, I found a resemblance to Eau Revée d’Isa, like a more potent version of it.

What I like most about this fragrance is its mossy opening and soapy dry down. It reminds me of an elegant person over 35, very confident in themselves. It feels a bit dark, like being in a forest at dusk in autumn. I have a scented deodorant I use as if it were an eau de parfum. It has great longevity and sillage. It doesn’t resemble any other perfume I’ve tried. It’s on another level.

Finally found something interesting! It’s very close to what I’m looking for. It’s woods and light, changes throughout the day, and it’s noticeable, but nothing heavy. Right now I only have a mini. If the current version smells just as good, I’m in.

I discovered this years ago at a company dinner; a colleague wore it and I was fascinated. My first bottle was 30ml because of the price, but it’s worth every euro. It smells clean and soapy, very similar to Clinique’s Aromatic Elixir (which I discovered later with relief to see it was similar and cheaper). Eau de Soir is softer and more subtle. I love it so much I have a bar of soap with that scent stored in a wooden box; every time I open it, the smell is exactly the same. It’s a must-have in my collection; I wear it when getting ready or for important meetings. Moderate trail but noticeable at a medium distance. Recommended.

Isabel Pantoja’s perfume… It always seemed unisex to me, so it’s interesting they targeted it only at women. It’s woody, very green; the moss is noticeable and almost dominates alongside the juniper. Carnation, labdanum, and something floral, but totally unisex. I’ve worn it and it ends up overwhelming me if I wear it myself, but I’m fascinated when I smell it on someone else. It’s very long-lasting; if I wear it in the afternoon, I still smell it the next morning. Huge trail for the first hour, then moderate for over 10 hours. It’s atypical and I don’t think it has a huge niche, but if women wear it, they’ll find it hard to replace.

The perfume my beloved and eternal Princess Diana used. It’s pure elegance, sublime, with its 18-karat gold cap. Recommended for any season and demands elegance to wear. I consider it unisex, long-lasting, and for special occasions. The bottle is a work of art and the perfume is an impact of elegance, a bottled jewel. It’s not sweet, but it’s not shy; it has a lovely trail and great longevity. It’s an authentic jewel.

Afternoon water… What can I say about this mega-discussed fragrance? It has quality; it’s elegant; unisex, in my opinion, absolutely. All declared notes, plus two more for me, fruity ones that last an instant. Value: expensive, yes. Personal appreciation: with all due respect, it will never be a saint of my devotion. Its complex composition gives me a headache, as if they were churning my stomach in a pot. Yes, it gives me nausea. I don’t know why, but that’s what happens to me. Finally, I suggest smelling every perfume on the skin before buying. For those who love fragrances, they are like jewels 💎; when buying a piece of jewelry, we always try it on first. A perfume should provoke the same thing. If it provokes at least 50% of what I try to convey, it’s a wonderful sign to buy. Since I’ve been buying perfumes since I was 16, I assure you you WON’T REGRET following this rule. Greetings to #FraganAdictos and #FraganAholics. Hugs and enjoy, life is Beautiful 😍. Poly.

Radiant and sophisticated Eau du Soir is a modern luxurious chypre. At first the grapefruit and tangerine turned me off but then we became friends. After the citrus opening the juniper becomes the star: fresh foamy cool and charismatic. It blends iris amber patchouli and oakmoss; it smells like confidence and decadence. The citrus lasts a long time the flowers are green and not herbal. Projection is moderate but with great longevity; a full night without reapplying. Although it’s marketed for women it smells unisex and contemporary. Worth it if there’s a sale: it smells like class and abandon not as feminine as it seems.

I have a miniature. The first time it was a sour acid that repelled me. I let time pass and the acidity settled. Several months later I noticed more nuances though it doesn’t have great chemistry with my skin. A sharp carnation appears like fruit cut outdoors mixed with moss and dry iris. At 40 minutes the carnation fades but the moss stays acidic. At 2 hours on warm skin it starts to have charm like Guerlain’s Mitsouko: an unbearable acidic profile at the start. Maybe the dry-down is pretty but the first hour is unbearable. P.S.: Josesan says it’s an ‘autumn forest’ a good reference to wet foliage and afternoon sun. P.S.: My miniature is vintage with an unpredictable wildness that I don’t like. I hope current formulas are more stable and more appealing.

Sublime and majestic. Elegant without being loud distinguished charismatic and complex. It’s my favorite perfume only for special occasions or weekends. It’s too exquisite for the office though wearable in any season. More nocturnal because the night lends itself to the special. Sweet lovers won’t understand it nor do I recommend it but when it conquers a nose it’s eternal love.

Signature scent of Sisley; I was told Lady Diana used it. The opening is strong woody and spicy nothing modest. It seemed very ladylike with a strong personality. The surprise is that after hours it mellows flowers emerge the rough patch passes and the carnation and iris arrive to relax. In that mood it’s pleasant. Always elegant and high quality but the start isn’t for me. Ideal for women over 35 with a taste for characterful and present aromas.

If you ask me which fragrance embodies all that French charm and class without a doubt I answer: Eau Du Soir by Sisley. Today it elevates me I’m wrapped in an elegant natural strong and aristocratic aura; even though I’m wearing an executive suit I feel like I’m in a simple dark blue silk dress polished like a diamond. It’s hard to understand and love but if it captivates you it will keep you hooked. It requires a bold or educated nose to see its beauty among the thorns but is a rose not beautiful with all its thorns? It’s totally unisex: at first it’s rough and harsh but that passes quickly. Potent even aggressive citrus top notes that give way to sour orange grapefruit and lime. Then comes a cosmetic but natural iris a stunning rose white flowers labdanum and a noble oakmoss absolutely real. There’s juniper pepper and a clean musk. It conveys suspended particles that intoxicate you. Everything has shine and protagonism. Longevity exceeds 12 hours and projection is moderate. Give it a chance tame it and it will be very yours.