Boucheron by Boucheron

I got confused and took hers instead of his, but once I tried it, I was absolutely blown away. It smells divine, has an incredible trail, and suits a man perfectly. I recommend it without a doubt.

I put Boucheron on my left wrist and another modern perfume on the right, but in minutes everything fell silent and the left won. I always saw it as a vintage perfume, with that bottle that looks like a jewel inherited from an elegant and mysterious aunt. A woman who knows much and says little, with a sharp laugh and a perfume that leaves a trail when she leaves. I looked for it out of curiosity, but also because it was Selena’s; I wanted to understand what someone carried on their skin who, when whispering “like the flower…”, seemed to stop time. And I understood it. Boucheron does not accompany; it imposes. It does not whisper; it stays. It is floral, citrusy, with an ambered and spiced base that does not ask for permission. It has something animal, something patchouli-like, something impossible to classify and therefore unforgettable. It is not for every day, but for the days when you need to remind yourself who you are.

I bought it by mistake. Not for a joke would I have bought it. I have tried it several times in the shop and I do not like it. I did not like the original either; it always smelled outdated to me. I do not think it had a good life these years. That said, I think its reformulation is quite faithful to the original.

Simply exquisite, one of the few reformulated classics that haven’t been killed. A perfume for elegant people, young or old; abstain if you are posh and pretentious. A masterpiece ♥️

I tested it twice and couldn’t handle it. Besides being vintage, it was unpleasant to me, like calendula; I suspect it is the carnation and it lingers for a long time. Then it fades slightly and mixes with white flowers, but I couldn’t stand the smell of grandma and had to wash my wrists. I recommend not buying blindly.

I had it stored away and didn’t dare to use it because when I tried it, it seemed too heavy. But with the winter cold, I realise it is a precious jewel that doesn’t deserve to be in a drawer. Whoever faints, let them faint, hehehe. Aside from the joke, it must be used with moderation and respect. It is a white floral, ambered, and creamy, all elegant and stately. The balance of the flowers is perfect. The neroli are very present but do not overpower the rest. The sandalwood and ylang-ylang make it a cousin to my Samsara, but Boucheron is much more vibrant and yellow. They share an air, but each has its own personality. A beautiful perfume that will never again be denied or disguised. I really like it very much.

I need these jewels to be rediscovered. What brutality of quality. I have no doubt that Loewe versioned it (almost copied it) under the name Gala, which I love. Boucheron is more intense than Gala, but be careful with Gala too. I detect the animal notes that repel and enchant me at the same time. That Ylang Ylang is identical to Samsara. All the white flowers are there and are noticeable when the fragrance settles and the ambrette softens. The final phase is a delightful oriental blend of benzoin, amber, and vanilla. What a period piece. I think the creations were pure alchemy where quality and the result mattered. It pains me that these jewels are unknown to most. We must try to get them back to their place and realise they never should have lost it. We must rediscover them: Opium, Samsara, Shalimar… They are all authentic works of art and should be. We must return to them!!

Boucheron de Boucheron is a sweet, syrupy, and well-balanced fantasy, a woman faithful to her incorruptible scent, a loyal passion without end. Her flowers sweetened with amber and vanilla, light touches of galbanum that give character and longevity, plus the oily touch of ylang, make it one of the most beautiful creations I have ever known. Elegant and refined, yet a typical fragrance for those around you to dream of sleeping between your sheets. It is the liquid jewel, a lasting elixir through time. Of vintage touch, of course, one cannot deny its alchemical ingredients, but if this beauty does not make anyone beautiful, I would be heartbroken. It is sweet in both the EDT and EDP, a sweetness that enchants because it makes everything bloom without being cloying. The vintage has more flowers and projects and lasts much longer, but the current version, tested recently, I can say is one of the least touched and overused perfumes in circulation from the Glamour decade of excess. Boucheron is like this, but this one differs because it never gets dishevelled or sweaty; for hours it offers such purity and pleasure that you will only want to repeat it to remain eternally impregnated. Edit: the opening of the current version has a certain lacquer tone that differs from the more floral opening of the vintage. The galbanum in the vintage becomes more present. For those who do not like civet, they could opt for the one sold now, but if the taste leans more towards retro scents with a certain heaviness, I recommend the vintage. The elongated conical bottles with many years should also be appreciated as a more archaic and faithful formulation to the original.

In my search for 80s fragrances, I found similarities: perfumes that are not identical but share an olfactive structure. There are correlations between the florals of the decade: L’Insolent (1986), Senso (1987), Kenzo (1988), and Boucheron (1988) all share the same direction. L’Insolent is a powdery white floral, Senso more balsamic, and Kenzo more spiced (all with neroli and fruits like peach; in Senso, plum shines). Clandestine (1986) could also fit, but its grape, honey, and rose separate it. Boucheron goes one step further, adding that animalistic floral touch with a sensual vanilla that redefines it. The original EDP opens with elegant white florals, amber vanilla, radiating sensuality and luxury from the start. The florals are accompanied by a powdery citrus tinge of mandarin/orange/apricot. As it settles, the musk and civet beat strongly, forging a unique character. Sandalwood is more noticeable in the old version, adding more sensuality. The new version has less longevity, less than half, and the civet is less prominent. Boucheron EDP is a creamy white floral, opulent, intense, and ostentatious, with animalistic vanilla touches and fine flashes of powdery fruit. A great narcotic floral for those who enjoy complex fragrances and love the 80s.

I was in secondary school and spent a lot of time at my best friend’s house then; I would be thirteen. One day I went into the bathroom and on the cabinet where she kept her cosmetics, creams, and perfumes, her mother’s was there. A bottle that looked like a jewel, the intense yellow colour of the liquid, the royal blue cap like a semi-precious stone, the gold of the edges, and the velvet glass. Without any shame, I took it and applied it without reservation. Since then, I did the same every time I was at that house. I had never worn any perfume except CK One, and my mother’s perfumes seemed too formal and for grown-ups to me. But THIS was something else; yes, it smelled like someone older than thirteen, undoubtedly, but it didn’t matter. I felt luxurious and sophisticated, even without having clear concepts of these things. I only knew that it made me feel someone much more special after using it. It defined me a lot. One day my friend, who knew I wore my mother’s perfume, said, “Hey, I’m not sure, but I think that one you’re wearing is one of the expensive ones.” I didn’t stop. Now, in my early thirties, I still remember the elegance of the scent; I have seen its notes, but they don’t matter. I just want to feel like I was at thirteen again: important, special, and sumptuous. I hope to acquire it soon and live the magic over and over again…

Warm, complex, with that personality that gives charisma, determination, and presence to the woman who wears it. An effluvium of warm notes with a certain touch of glamour. Perfect for autumn and winter. With elegant airs, powerful trail, and superior longevity. I remember when it came out in the eighties it was an adult, mature perfume; now I perceive it as more fruity. When I first smelled it, it was more of a conglomerate of flowers and animalic. It has rejuvenated (subjective impression). It looks great on women of all ages with a formal style. It has a classic touch that fits perfectly for galas, dinners, and important events. A perfume that ‘dresses’ the woman. Superlative fragrance.

This was Selena Quintanilla’s perfume according to her husband, Chris Pérez! <3 Just for that, I will have it one day.

Oh my goodness! I received a sample of this fragrance (thanks Shiseido) and I must say it is one of the known as ‘strong’. It smells quite like a heavy jasmine paired with sandalwood, ylang-ylang, lily root, and (unfortunately for me) the dreaded asafoetida that I hate so much. I also sense citrus notes of orange and sweet lemon, along with a timid geranium; one could say that is the most ‘fresh’ it has. Narcissus, cherry, carnation, civet, neroli, vanilla, benzoin, cold amber, moss, etc. (you do the math) complement the blend. Neither woody, nor with an incense hint… it is purely floral-civet with the ‘oriental’ combo of benzoin-vanilla-SANDALWOOD, so common in the 80s~90s. It is all a matter of taste, but I would say it is for night use or cold weather. I have heard this perfume on elegant ladies, almost always at weddings or similar events… and the truth is it leaves quite a trail and makes them perceived (I repeat) as elegant and dignified… but for me it would be difficult to use it, firstly because it makes me dizzy (which is very rare for me) and that gives me anxiety and general discomfort. I love intense perfumes, but this one is ‘too much’ 😀 … what a pity, because I recognise that on my skin it smells good.

BOUCHERON CANCION: Ouragan (Irresistible) / Stephanie What a wonderful elixir, this magical feminine potion with masculine touches and character. It conveys an elegance that reaches whoever wears it, strong as the woman who carries it, made to enchant. For me, it better reflects the Eva Green campaign for Dior (Midnight Poison, which in my opinion is a bottle of aftershave for women). Full of flowers, fruits, woods, incense, and resins, but in the end, it leaves a scent worthy of royalty. One of my favourites.