Gris Clair, from Serge Lutens was released in 2006. The perfumer behind this creation is Christopher Sheldrake. The notes are Amber, Incense, Iris, Lavender, Tonka Bean, Woody Notes.
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I think this fragrance is supposed to be smooth but I find it quite a bracing one, especially to begin with. I don't find particularly soothing like lavender usually is but quite overbearingly floral especially in the opening it reminds me of the smell of hyacinths. It's kinda like a very WET lavender if that makes sense? It's a fresh bouquet complete with an almost bitter, waxy off putting edge. I can only put this down to the combination of iris and lavender. The drydown has hints of incense and definitely becomes woodier on my skin but still not to the point where I love it. It's a little bit too much like a 'room' scent for me but I don't hate it. There's a strange air of chanel type sophistication and something that alludes to more interesting themes without fully committing. I know my pal Plat likes this and I can see why but it's just not for me I'm afraid.
I think this fragrance is supposed to be smooth but I find it quite a bracing one, especially to begin with. I don't find particularly soothing like lavender usually is but quite overbearingly floral especially in the opening it reminds me of the smell of hyacinths. It's kinda like a very WET lavender if that makes sense? It's a fresh bouquet complete with an almost bitter, waxy off putting edge. I can only put this down to the combination of iris and lavender. The drydown has hints of incense and definitely becomes woodier on my skin but still not to the point where I love it. It's a little bit too much like a 'room' scent for me but I don't hate it. There's a strange air of chanel type sophistication and something that alludes to more interesting themes without fully committing. I know my pal Plat likes this and I can see why but it's just not for me I'm afraid.