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Nick Malakhow (verified owner) –
Well constructed formula! I found it interesting how there wasn’t exactly one particular overdose of a certain material, but the harmony of several notable blenders provides that classic carnation, violet, anise accord that gives the impression of rain-drenched greenery. I was surprised at the lack of heliotropin given that Apres L’Ondee is typically associated with that, but perhaps the anisic aldehyde contributes to that sense. Of note–I mocked it up both without heliotropin and added some in a subsequent blending and found both to be pleasant and reminiscent of the scent.
John Applebloom (verified owner) –
I was very surprised by the formula – it is full of rich ingredients from the huge doses of naturals to the overdoses of characteristics synthetics such as anis aldehyde. And just like Nick, I was surprised by the lack of heliotropin (and similarly to him I experimented and added). What is particularly amazing to my nose is that this is indeed a fragrance / formula with tremendous persistence. You rarely find modern fragrances that are so penetrating and create such a characteristics sillage. I can’t speak for immediate comparison to the current version of Apres L’Ondee but given the share of naturals (and I’ve used some reconstructions in my formula) it is probably never going to be a 1:1. But given how characteristic Apres L’Ondee is, even a blurry version of it is the identifiable classic that few have mimicked or will be able to mimic. Lovely work!
hwc12300 (verified owner) –
The modern version of Apres L’ondee almost only uses carrot seed oil to mimic iris, and then there’s the dull violet face cream. However, this formula really evokes memories of the 1960s extrait version of Apres L’ondee. Unfortunately, I can’t find heliotropin, otherwise I would love to add a bit and try it. Additionally, some formulas contain Ambre liquide, which I don’t know much about—whether it’s a special fragrance base or material. I hope someone can help me.