Jaipur

8 reseñas

Mostrando las más recientes primero.

• nat_cerr

  September 6, 2013

  

  I’ve never been able to find one similar to this.

• Sissy Emperatríz

  January 26, 2014

  

  Fruity? I never felt it was fruity; I think white flowers predominate, but it feels ambered and above all woody. I perceive it more as oriental-floral; it’s very, very strong. I got it as a gift a long time ago, and it’s lasted for ages; with one or two sprays, you stay perfumed for almost the rest of your life. I think it smells a bit like an older lady. It has an unparalleled presence and distinction, that’s indisputable. It’s regal, simply put.

• lunita1981

  March 31, 2015

  

  It’s a fantastic perfume, delicate, elegant, mysterious, exquisite, and unique. It steals my words; its aroma transports you to another world or era. It’s so rich that I love it, and at the same time, very underused. If you go to a dinner or a romantic night with that scent, you will definitely be the queen of the place. It’s simply enchanting.

• Zeke

  May 9, 2015

  

  It’s a very exquisite scent, it smells like the gardens of India.

• Casablanca77

  September 2, 2018

  

  Jaipur is the singular oriental beauty of Boucheron… How many times have we wished for it and cried over its loss. It’s a princess essence of lavish necklaces and silky skin, a dream that dressed you wherever you went. I had a miniature about 30 years ago, I remember its champagne-dusted launch and the entrance of that glamorous era. That glamour united with the absolute uniqueness of India. Jaipur, the pink city of Rajasthan, with its palaces like Amber Fort or Hawa Mahal… Nothing could represent the fragrance’s opulence of its palaces, mystical corners, and red sunsets better. It had components that formed a perfume of yesterday, which we long for today. Its impossible-to-describe complexity made me understand the beauty of perfumery, of time, and of the eternal. Wearing it, I would drip it on my neck; after a while, it took on a candied tone but kept a precious rose, its sweetness was a Hindi tale. Its sweetness on a virgin skin moved me. I started choosing orientals by hand to dream: and who wouldn’t with these jewels? Sophia Grosjman offered us dreamy, voluptuous, unctuous, and elegant treats, leaving one of her best marks. I think she poured her soul into this Oriental piece here. It’s like watching a sunset on the terrace of a great palace, with juicy fruits nearby and an ice-cold champagne while the heat lulls you onto majestic carpets… Boucheron kept this supreme inspiration in one of the most beautiful bottles I’ve ever owned. As a young woman, I loved dreaming about it. If they brought it back, I’d bet my fingers it would be a niche perfume costing over 300 euros. Now, to own one like this, you have to be the owner of the palaces it evokes 🙁

• Pplu

  July 24, 2020

  

  I expected something supreme, but honestly, it’s not… I managed to get some milliliters due to the hype and expected something more striking, but it’s quite balanced. I’m used to the peach of YSL Yvresse and expected that power, but here it’s more subtle, not loud at all, and very floral. I smell freesia, candied pineapple, plum… The result is subtle-moderate. One could have expected something colossal like the men’s version, which would flood the room, but no. It feels like a fragrance halfway through. It’s moderate for an hour and drops to skin-level until it fades away at 8-9 hours. Would I pay what some places ask? Personally, no. If you already know it, that’s your decision, but for blind buys or collecting, I wouldn’t pay that.

• Taurien

  August 21, 2022

  

  I just finished a decant a friend gave me, and finally, I can talk about Jaipur, a classic I was eager to try. It’s very fruity and floral with a vintage vibe. To me, it smells like peach and a bouquet of flowers in all colors with powdery nuances; no single note stands out, but the blend is balanced and nothing is harsh. The base is resinous and even animalic. It resembles Volupté in style but isn’t the same. While the fruity sensation is similar, there’s no mimosa here, just that floral bouquet. Volupté is bolder, projects more, and lasts longer, but perhaps less refined. It has moderate sillage and lasts 8-9 hours; it’s very wearable and spring-like. If you like imposing, classic florals, you might enjoy it. It’s a good alternative if Volupté or Tresor feel too heavy to you, though if you have to pay gold prices, dosed Volupté is the better option. Scent 7/10, Longevity 8.5/10, Sillage 7.5/10, Value 7/10, Versatility 6.5/10, Packaging 6/10. Would I buy it again? No, I didn’t.

• whisper_of_love

  November 12, 2023

  

  I was expecting something more potent, but on my skin it softens over time. At first, freshly cut pineapple dominates, but as it dries down, flowers, vanilla, and woods emerge, leaving a soapy trail. It reminds me of those vibes from the 90s, and if I’m not crazy, it smells like the old Anouk by Puig with the pink cap. The current version of Anouk disappointed me, but this one from Jaipur truly transports me back to my childhood. Does anyone else notice that similarity? 🙂