Eau du Soir by Sisley

I adore cypresses and green fragrances, and this Eau du Soir is an absolute classic that could have been born alongside masterpieces like Aromatics Elixir, Chanel No. 19, or Givenchy III. They belong to the same family: mysterious, austere, earthy, and unisex. As the name suggests, it is a twilight perfume, born between the gloom of conifers and the moss of a garden under the stars. The note I notice most, to my great delight, is iris, alongside pepper and a resinous labdanum. It seems a dirty and wonderful fragrance, though I prefer its younger sister, Soir de Lune. This review is from a 90s miniature; I do not know how the reformulation has affected the current Eau du Soir, but since it is Sisley and not Dior or YSL, the overhaul could not have been too drastic.

I expected a lot after reading and hearing reviews, but as always. Try it before buying because reviewers can sometimes be fanciful. I tried it on a hot and humid day (summer in Uruguay) and it lasted a bit more than two hours on my skin, where I only smelled soap and nothing else. However, a friend who smelled it on me noticed more nuances. For the same reason, ask them to wear it and go for a walk before deciding whether to buy it or not. Sincerely, if I had bought it blindly, I would have used it anyway, perhaps in a different season.

If you like potent perfumes and are over 30, this is YOUR perfume. This would be my advertising slogan for this brew. I have it, I use it only in winter; it is a perfume that leaves a trail, a work of art from the past, as perfumes like this are no longer made, although thinking about it more, I got the impression of standing before a Clinique perfume, the Elixir, extremely similar; I would say they are twins. It is not a perfume for every day (in my opinion); I do not feel the mandarin and grapefruit anywhere, but the lily, labdanum, and jasmine are very noticeable, and the amber flows in this perfume during the dry-down. It is not a perfume for me; I am very fond of fresh, aquatic, oceanic, and white floral fragrances, so I have it because I must have a fragrance in my wardrobe that is different from everything else and that my nose does not get used to all I own. I resort to it very rarely, and it is true that it flatters your presence with a sophistication made of jewels. Its price says it all; a fine and expensive jewel.

The first time I tested it on blotting paper, it seemed fresh, soapy, floral, nothing unisex as I had read in reviews, more like one of those 80s-90s feminine bombs. However, when I put it on my wrist and let it pass for a few hours, I noticed that fresh, green, woody aroma, perfectly unisex, extremely elegant. I imagine wearing it at some reception on a spring-autumn afternoon. Adding to this, on blotting paper, I found a resemblance to Eau Revée d’Isa, like a more potent version of this.

What I like most about this fragrance is its mossy aroma at the beginning and soapy in its dry-down. It reminds me of an elegant person over 35, very confident in themselves. It seems somewhat dark, as if I were in a forest in autumn at dusk. I have a perfumed deodorant I use as if it were an eau de parfum. It has great longevity and trail. It does not resemble any other perfume I have tried. It is on another level.

What a while since finding something interesting! It’s very close to what I’m looking for. It’s wood and light, changes with the hour of the day and is noticeable, but nothing heavy. Now I only have a mini. If the current version smells as good, I’ll fall head over heels.

I discovered it years ago at a work dinner; a colleague wore it and it fascinated me. My first bottle was 30ml for the price, but it’s worth every euro. It smells clean and soapy, very similar to Clinique’s Aromatic Elixir (which I discovered later with relief to see it was similar and cheaper). Eau de Soir is softer and subtler. I love it so much I have a bar of soap with that scent kept in a wooden box; every time I open it, the scent remains the same. It’s an essential in my collection, I use it when getting ready or at important meetings. Moderate trail but noticeable at medium distance. Recommended.

Floral chypre, elegant, dry and fine. It has a beautiful dry-down. I don’t think it’s absolutely ‘masculine’. Perhaps it’s difficult to understand for noses accustomed to sweet perfumes.

The perfume of my beloved and eternal Princess Diana. It’s pure elegance, sublime, with its 18-carat gold cap. Recommended for any season and demands elegance to wear it. I consider it unisex, long-lasting and for special occasions. The bottle is a work of art and the perfume is an impact of elegance, a bottled jewel. It’s not sweet, but it’s not shy; it has a lovely trail and great longevity. It’s a true jewel.

Afternoon water… What to say of the mega-opinionated fragrance already. Quality, it has it; elegant, it is; unisex, in my opinion, absolutely. Declared notes, all of them, and for me two more, fruity, which last an instant. Value: expensive, yes. Personal appreciation: with all due respect, it will never be a Saint of my devotion. Its complex composition causes me a headache, as if they were stirring my stomach in a pot. Yes, it gives me nausea. I don’t know why, but that’s what happens to me. Finally, I suggest smelling every perfume on the skin before buying it. For those of us who love fragrances, they are like jewels 💎; when buying a piece of jewellery, we always try it before. A perfume should provoke us the same. If it provokes us at least 50% of what I try to transmit, it’s a wonderful sign to buy it. As I’ve bought perfumes since I was 16, I assure you that you will NOT REGRET following this rule. Greetings to the #FraganAdicts and #FraganAholics. Hugs and enjoy that life is Beautiful 😍. Poly.

Radiant and sophisticated, Eau du Soir is a modern, luxurious chypre. At first, the grapefruit and mandarin put me off, but then we became friends. After the citrus opening, the juniper becomes the star: fresh, foamy, cool, and charismatic. It blends iris, amber, patchouli, and oakmoss; it smells of confidence and decadence. The citrus lasts a long time, the flowers are green rather than herbaceous. Projection is moderate but with excellent longevity; a full night without needing to reapply. Although it’s marketed for women, it smells unisex and contemporary. Worth it if there’s a deal: it smells of class and abandon, not as feminine as it appears.

I have a miniature. The first time it was a sour acid that repelled me. I let time pass and the acidity settled. Several months later, I noticed more nuances, although it doesn’t have good chemistry with my skin. A sharp carnation appears, like fruit cut outdoors, mixed with moss and dry iris. After 40 minutes the carnation fades, but the moss remains acidic. At 2 hours, on warm skin, it starts to have charm, like Guerlain’s Mitsouko: an unbearable acidic profile at the start. Perhaps the dry-down is beautiful, but the first hour is unbearable. PS: Josesan says it’s an ‘autumn forest’, a good reference to wet foliage and afternoon sun. PS: My miniature is vintage, with an unpredictable wildness that I don’t like. I hope current formulas are more stable and more to my taste.

Sublime and majestic. Elegant without being loud, distinguished, charismatic, and complex. It is my favourite perfume, only for special occasions or weekends. It is too exquisite for the office, although wearable in any season. More nocturnal because the night lends itself to the special. Sweet lovers won’t understand it and I wouldn’t recommend it, but when it conquers a nose, it is eternal love.

Flagship perfume of Sisley; I was told Lady Diana used it. The opening is strong, woody, and spicy, nothing modest. It seemed very ladylike with a strong personality. The surprise is that after hours it softens, flowers emerge, the bad moment passes, and the carnation and iris arrive to relax. In that mood it is pleasant. Always elegant and of quality, but the start isn’t for me. Ideal for women over 35, with a taste for characterful and present aromas.

If asked what fragrance embodies all that French charm and class, without a doubt I answer: Eau Du Soir by Sisley. Today it elevates me, I am wrapped in an elegant, natural, strong, and aristocratic aura; although I’m wearing an executive suit, I feel in a simple dark blue silk dress, like a polished diamond. It is difficult to understand and love, but if it captivates you, it will keep you captive. It requires a bold or educated nose to see its beauty among the thorns, but is a rose not beautiful with all its thorns? It is totally unisex: at the start it is rough and harsh, but that passes quickly. Potent, even aggressive, citrus top notes that give way to sour orange, grapefruit, and lime. Then comes a cosmetic but natural iris, a stunning rose, white flowers, labdanum, and a lordly oakmoss, absolutely real. There is juniper, pepper, and a clean musk. It transmits suspended particles that intoxicate you. Everything has shine and protagonism. Longevity exceeds 12 hours and projection is moderate. Give it a chance, tame it, and it will be very yours.