Today is a not too warm, slightly drizzly summer day at 82 degrees. I splashed on my sample of Salamanca from Olympic Orchids and was pleasantly surprised. I rarely find a leather perfume that I enjoy, and this leather was clean and dry. The herbal elements blend well to create a crisp, green aura somewhat like the yellowed fields of plants drying out under the hot summer sun. Pleasant despite the bitterness and enjoyable to wear.
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
Olympic Orchids: Salamanca
Monday, July 1, 2024
Electimuss: Trajan
Top - Mandarin, lemon, bergamot, blood orange
Heart - Lavender, sage, saffron
Base - Cedar, oak moss, ambergris
Inspired by the Roman Emperor Trajan, Electimuss Trajan is a spiced aromatic that packs a punch with a sweet and tart citrus opening. There is no rose or incense listed but the scent is reminiscent of Atelier Cologne Rose Anonyme and Ex Idolo Lucid Dream, though with significantly less ashen smoke when compared to the latter.
Surprisingly light and easy to wear despite the hot summer weather, unlike the other two perfumes just mentioned. The sweet scent clings and wafts in a sticky but not cloying way, thanks to the extra juicy dose of fruit that stays strong throughout. Lovely, though may be a bit too ostentatious for a casual date or low key outing.
June 30, 2024 - Sunny 75°F
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