Bengale Rouge

6 reseñas

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• Taurien

  February 7, 2021

  

  When I applied the sample of Bengale Rouge, the first thing I noticed was a sea of warmth with no clear notes. As it settled, I detected a resinous, honeyed scent—sweet but not cloying, with a distinct animal edge that isn’t aggressive, and a definite spicy leaning from the tonka. It is quintessentially oriental. I’ve heard it’s in the line of Shalimar and Mirra & Tonka by Jo Malone; Mirra & Tonka lacks that animal touch, while Shalimar is softer, soapy, and less ‘aggressive’. In my view, it recreates a Bengal cat perfectly: its honeyed hue, the traces of olfactory marking, that sweetness and warmth hiding an unpredictable yet domesticated ferocity. On my skin, it has a moderate trail and lasts about 9–10 hours. Although I’d wish for more projection (probably better with an atomiser), perfumes from this house have something addictive, perhaps due to the heavy use of naturals as Pedro Gil pointed out. It is friendlier and simpler than Salomé, yet remains special: it won’t please everyone, but it will drive a few mad. I’ll keep testing Liz Moores’ proposals; this one is going on my wishlist. I need to smell it again… Bravo Papillon Artisans! Scent 10/10, Longevity 9/10, Trail 6.5/10, Value for money 7/10, Versatility 6/10, Packaging 4/10. Would I buy again? Not yet.

• R.de Lioncourt

  July 28, 2021

  

  To me, it’s a blend of vanilla, tonka, and above all honey, with a citrus note (just me noticing it?) and roses. It doesn’t resemble anything with those notes. It has a sweet, creamy power that is discreet and elegant without being cloying. It invites you to keep smelling it to find all its details. It’s surprising how much attraction it exerts on people who smell it, despite the few initial compliments. It reminds me greatly of Aura Sublime by Bijon for that citrus touch (stronger in the Bijon version) and in its sweetness to Musc Ravageur boosted with honey. Those who appreciate amber scents less woody will find it perfect. The performance is one of the best I know, or the best, save for Aura Sublime. Brutal silage for the first two hours.

• R.de Lioncourt

  August 5, 2021

  

  To me, it’s a blend of vanilla, tonka, and above all honey, with a citrus note (just me noticing it?) and roses. It doesn’t resemble anything with those notes. It has a sweet-creamy power that is discreet and elegant without being cloying. It invites you to keep smelling it to find all its details. It’s surprising how much attraction it exerts on people who smell it, despite the few initial compliments. It reminds me a lot of Aura Sublime by Bijon for that citrus touch (stronger in the Bijon one) and in its sweetness to Musc Ravageur boosted with honey. Those who appreciate amber scents less woody will benefit from it. The performance is among the best I know, or the best, with the exception of Aura Sublime. Brutal sillage for the first two hours.

• jerry drake

  October 21, 2023

  

  It starts very spicy, with cinnamon well present, while myrrh delights me with its warm, fresh, and resinous breath, typical of balsamic notes. Over time, as the resinous-spicy part recedes, a non-intrusive honey takes the lead, flowing smoothly without any jolts, kept in check by an excellent balance with a slight animal touch. It seems born from a vision that offers to transform your mood into moments of pure pleasure. It’s a mature, creamy, and elegant creation, for those with an aromatic background. I think it’s a good overall job that deserves to be tried.

• Josesan

  May 27, 2024

  

  Jerry Drake sample: It’s labelled as a sweet oriental gourmand, but I see it differently. Yes, it’s oriental, but not through sweetness; rather, through its tough character, featuring wild sandalwood and raw, resinous, leathery myrrh. The creator said he made it thinking of his Bengal cat, Mimi, trying to avoid drama; but what irony! It comes out wild and passionate, more like the Mimi from ‘La Bohème’ than his kitten. And that’s lucky for me, because it’s a fierce oriental with a distinct animal oud touch (even if it’s not listed) that is noticeable from miles away. The declared rose, honey, and vanilla are barely felt; what dominates is the combo of sandalwood, amber, oud, and tonka bean. Of course, it evolves, sweetens, and softens, typical of a niche fragrance. Thanks to Jerry, I tried jewels I wouldn’t otherwise afford due to the price, and they deserve their illustrious reputation: top-tier scent, trail, and longevity.

• Josesan

  June 6, 2024

  

  Jerry Drake sample: It’s labelled as a sweet oriental and gourmand, but I see it differently. It is oriental, yes, but not on the sweet side, rather on its rough character, with a wild sandalwood and a raw, resinous, leathery myrrh. The creator said he made it thinking of his Bengal cat Mimi, trying to avoid drama; but what irony! It comes out wild and passionate, more like the Mimi from ‘La Bohème’ than his kitten. And that’s lucky for me, because it’s a fierce oriental with an animal oud touch (even if not listed) that is noticeable from a mile away. The declared rose, honey, and vanilla are barely felt; what dominates is the combo of sandalwood, amber, oud, and tonka bean. Of course, it evolves, sweetens and softens, typical of a niche. Thanks to Jerry, I tried jewels I wouldn’t have afforded otherwise, and they deserve their illustrious fame: scent, trail, and longevity are top-notch.