By Dane
Simple Eaux de Cologne are difficult to review. You basically get citrus for a few minutes, then nothing. Which EdC someone might choose usually stems from which type of citrus appeals to them - lime, lemon, grapefruit, etc. Today I'm trying two variations on the theme, one in the classical style (albeit modernized), and one more abstract interpretation. Both attempt to lengthen the life of the scent with the use of musk.
Comme des Garcons already have a great series of three Eaux de Cologne based on citrus, amber, and vetiver. All smell great and do what they're supposed to. CDG's latest series, Energy C, takes the EdC concept, and adds floral elements, musks, incenses, and ambers to liven things up. Unfortunately, they come across as no more interesting than the sum of their parts. Grapefruit doesn't smell much like grapefruit at all to me. It opens with a relatively pleasant, yet extremely synthetic smelling citrus note, then softens into an even more synthetic smelling musk. I don't smell any of the listed florals, and for the price, I'd pass. Not entirely terrible, just not up to the standard set by CDG's outstanding offerings.
Chanel's Eau de Cologne is something quite special. Natural and rich smelling citrus notes, subtle floral elements, and a beautiful soft musk that prolongs the length of the scent and marries beautifully with the citrus. Classy, elegant, and fitting with the other outstanding scents in the Chanel line of exclusives. Also not cheap, but at least you get a bucket of it.
For other great EdC ideas, check out Guerlain's (relatively) inexpensive historical line, as well as Institut Tres Bien's beautiful variations on the theme.
Grapefruit
Year: 2008
Notes: Pink Grapefruit, Black Currant Buds, Petitgrain, Jasmine, Mandarin, Orange Flower, Iris, Vetiver, Moss, Musk
Eau de Cologne
Year: 2007
Perfumer: Christopher Sheldrake, Olivier Polge
Notes: Neroli, Citrus, Bergamot, Vetiver, Musk
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