Interlude Black Iris was a fragrance I had always thoroughly enjoyed on a strip, but upon testing it on skin it feels like an entirely different scent - and not one I particularly enjoy. It unfortunately smells very flat and lifeless on my skin, which is a shame because I wanted to love this so badly. Orris is my favourite note of all time, and it’s in nice large doses here. Not only does it capture that powdery, creamy element but also the earthy, nutty nature which is elevated by the resins, leather and patchouli. The leather is far more dominant than I remember, but not in a particularly good way. That’s pretty much all I get; a slightly powdery orris, alongside sort of scratchy resins and leather. I feel deflated, I was so looking forward to giving this a proper test and was sure I’d adore it. It just goes to show how different things can smell in store, my final verdict is that this is painfully overrated and in fact, not a very good perfume at all. I will be taking this off my wishlist.
AMOUAGE INTERLUDE BLACK IRIS MAN Pierre Negrin 2020 I know that many of you are curious and first I have to say: I don’t like og Interlude at all. Leather is too harsh for me and it’s very traditionally masculine. Unfortunately I don’t even want to test it side by side. This is very different even if there is some softer dna of og left. Black Iris, however, is truly unisex but I find it to be more unique on women. Don’t get me wrong, it’s gorgeous on men and a quality is amazing, but on men it’s not so bewitching. I mean it doesn’t scream a masculinity. For men it’s as well more like “an easy reach” even if the blend itself is masterfully made and I don’t know anything else like it. Black Iris is dark and mysterious. It fits with an outfit of sexy rock style stiletto heels paired with leggings and oversized woolen pullover. The scent feels soft, smooth and sensual. It’s gorgeous with combat boots paired with a feminine dress and a leather jacket. It’s definitely a confidence boost but it’s for a confident woman as well. It’s amazing choice to pair with a suit for work since despite being very long lasting it doesn’t project in the way which bothers others around you. There is a powdery, velvety texture from Orris, sweetness from resins, softness from Vanilla, deepness from woods and polished, sumptuous feeling from gentle leather and a smoke of Oud. Some may find the opening pungent because of Rosemary but I love it. It’s a fleeting moment of my childhood - fresh, green needles - and it lasts only few minutes. Sleek and uniquely charming! Top: Bergamot, Rosemary, Violet Leaves Hearth: Orris, Amber, Frankincense, Cistus, Myrrh, Vanilla Base:Leather, Agarwood Smoke, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Cedarwood Thank you for reading and if you want to follow me on IG: @ninamariah_perfumes
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