Without doubt this is a deep fragrance, but for all the aged materials and care and attention put into them, is the final result really all that great? I don't think so. Let me preface that comment by saying I was hugely anticipating this release, but maybe that expectation was unrealistic? I don't dislike the fragrance, the opening of Antiquity with those peachy aldehydes and a honied leather accord are really interesting and truly like nothing I've ever smelled before. In fact honey looms large and it smells that way for a good hour or two. There's no sparkle though, no energy in the blend, it feels flat and stale to me, not the arresting vintage perfume experience that was promised. The oud is prominent but actually very mild in terms of impact, and more woody than animal or resinous, perhaps the effects of being aged since the 70's? Don't get it twisted Antiquity is strong and lasts for days on skin. I don't get the carnation unfortunately, I was interested to see how that played a part. Now potentially, I don't know what I'm talking about and it's purely down to my tastes not being up to much & the fanfare and adoration of Areej le Dore will continue regardless, you're free to make up your own mind on that. Believe it or not, of the four this was my second favourite so it feels harsh to bash it, I don't want to do that either but I feel obliged to comment with my true feelings. I feel the care put into distilling and sourcing these materials is not necessarily being matched by the final product. I've tried several of the previous collections and they run the gamut from sublime to 'I don't get that AT ALL?' the main reason I don't get it is that 'quality' obsessed enthusiasts are willing to smell really quite muddled and funky for a piece of the exclusive luxury action.