Continuing to sample Le Jardin Retrouvé’s scents passed them to me from cpf via LJR. The flower scents: Citron Poivré (Spicy Lemon), Eau de Tubéreuse (Tuberose), Jasmin (Jasmine), Verveine (Verbena), The Lys (Lily), and Chèvrefeuille (Honeysuckle). I will do the roses in a separate category.

The scent of honeysuckle in the air

Anyone who has ever smelled honeysuckle in the air, knows how captivating this scent is. Many women love the scent. It holds fond memories. No wonder it is a fragrance often developed for perfume companies!

Chèvrefeuille (Honeysuckle):

The richness of a Spring Flower.

How is the scent of honeysuckle obtained?

Interestingly enough, the scent of honeysuckle cannot be captured by distillation, nor can it be extracted with volatile solvents. I found a recipe for making honeysuckle fragrance from the flowers, but it cannot be kept very long, for it will not stay fresh.

Thus, the Eau de Parfum Chevrefeuille (Honeysuckle) is a purely imaginary reconstruction by the Perfumer where his know-how translates his perception of the flower's perfume, using various other essences in order to resemble, as closely as possible, the suave and heady perfume of the flower.

What notes are in LJR’s rendition of honeysuckle?

The head notes are enhanced with a fresh opening note of Italian Lemon and St. John's Wort from Paraguay, to develop into a fresh floral bouquet.

Does it smell like honeysuckle?

Yes, perfectly. I've never found a honeysuckle that I liked as well as this one.

It is interesting to me how the hint of lemon focuses the perfume's scent. While the lemon is brighter at the very beginning, you can still get hints of it at the end. That is the art of perfumery: knowing how to add a note to define another note. To have it develop or last to the end is an art all its own.

What does it remind me of?

There are a number of companies that make a honeysuckle fragrance.  But they have a sharpness to them that is not found here. This one is smoother and richer, almost like a parfum.

Who can wear this?

This is a woman’s fragrance. It's quite sophisticated for being a 'simple' floral.

Could you layer this?

Not unless you were trying to add some honeysuckle to or boost the honeysuckle in another fragrance.

I have heard that it is very good layered with LJR's Tubereuse. I will try it!

Edit: See my review of the layering here.

What is this fragrance like?

This is a lovely, rich honeysuckle.  It stays true to the real fragrance of the flower, from beginning to end.  It captures the spiciness of the real blossom.

What I like about it:

It is a true honeysuckle soliflore, but it is more interesting than most.

My take

If you are looking for a honeysuckle fragrance, this is one you should definitely try.

What do you think?

Have you tried any of his fragrances? (If not: Ask Le Jardin Retrouvé for Free Samples - All around the world.) Do you like honeysuckle fragrances? If you have, do you have a favorite? Learn more about Le Jardin Retrouve house and Yuri Gutsatz.

Best,
Karin

This post is by Karin of Savvy Thinker, guest blogger. Karin loves perfumes, especially vintage or artisan. She has a wide range of interests including but not limited to books, cosmetics, business, and jewelry, including beading.

Photo Credits: http://www.lejardinretrouve.com/

Originally posted 2009-10-24 17:40:38. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

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