This purchase was inspired by Luca Turin who calls it one of the greats. Don't be put of by the low price, he says. Well I'm not one to be deterred by a bargain (!). I WAS put off by the packaging tho...

The reference chypre - I was almost afraid to try this as I've loved the chypres I've met so far and didn't want to be disappointed. No problem though. Wondefully complex from the (to me) violety open...

Reminds me of Dior Dolce Vita - it's the heliotrope note I guess. If you like heliotrope, i.e. cherry/almond, you may well love this. I'm using it in spring but it's more of a winter scent, warm and c...

A beautiful clean crisp rose, not too sweet or cloying. Lasts reasonably well in EDT. I like the packaging - the box is, well, rosy, but the bottle is simple and unfussy. It's that rare thing, a frag...