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Invasion Barbare
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Invasion Barbare by MDCI Parfums is an oriental fougère fragrance for men, launched in 2005. The nose behind this composition is Stephanie Bakouche. The top notes are violet leaf, grapefruit and bergamot; the heart notes include lavender, cardamom, thyme and ginger; while the base notes consist of vanilla, musk and patchouli.
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- Positivo 86%
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A slightly dated perfume, a typical manual-made men’s fragrance (Oriental Fougère), possibly one of the best in the genre alongside those by Duchaufour for Penhaligon; unparalleled quality and skill. Invasion Barbare smells of powdery lavender and citrus, then metallic traces from the violet, like Fahrenheit. It settles on a pleasant base of semi-sweet cardamomo and vanilla spices, with a faint woody trail at the end. I usually avoid this genre as it seems boring, like the smell of a tax inspector, but I must admit I have come to like it. I give it a ‘good’, but paying two hundred euros seems excessive, especially since it reminds me of perfumes I dislike such as Hypnose by Lancome or La Nuit de l’Homme, although the quality does not even come close.
A bit forced, it is that quintessential men’s fragrance (Oriental Fougère) from the textbooks, though perhaps one of the best in the genre alongside those Bertrand Duchaufour created for Penhaligon; the quality and blend of ingredients are unsurpassed. Invasion Barbare smells of dusty lavender with typical citrus notes, followed by a metallic touch, I suppose due to the violet leaves as in Fahrenheit. Everything settles into that classic base of semi-sweet spices of cardamom and vanilla, and at the end, only a faint trace of wood remains. I usually avoid this genre as I find it boring, always imagining the scent of a tax inspector, but I admit it has grown on me. For me, it is a ‘good’, although paying two hundred euros seems excessive, especially when it recalls perfumes I do not like such as Lancôme’s Hypnose or La Nuit de l’Homme, of the same style but with far inferior quality.
Spiced fern structure, classic and vintage style, with contained originality and excellent composition. Classic fern base: bergamot, lavender, patchouli and soft oakmoss, all wrapped in spices. The cardamomo adds a voluptuous and smoky touch, the violet leaf a dark green herbal, talcum-like and misty note, without being gloomy. This creates a warm fern effect with an enveloping smoke, nothing cloying. The dry down is sweet vanilla and soft musk, which enriches the blend with a persuasive and high-quality aroma. The best part is the perfect balance between the three phases. If you like quality ferns, this is one of them. Rating: 8
Spiced fern structure, classic and vintage style, with contained originality and excellent composition. Classic fern base: bergamot, lavender, patchouli and soft oakmoss, all wrapped in spices. Cardamomo adds a voluptuous and smoky touch, the violet leaf a dark green herbal, talcum-dusted and nebulous note, without being gloomy. This creates a warm fern effect with an enveloping smoke, nothing heavy. The dry down is sweet vanilla and soft musk, which enriches the blend with a persuasive and high-quality aroma. The best part is the perfect balance between the three phases. If you like quality ferns, this is one of them. Rating: 8.
Spiced opening with cardamomo and citrus. Violet and lavender stand out quickly, along with the initial spices. The citrus fades and the scent becomes powdery, thanks to the violet. In the mid-notes I also detect some anise, perhaps due to the blend. Finally, a light vanilla-musk dry down. All three phases are noticeable, but without an exaggerated evolution; the beginning is not far from the end, though there are changes. Ideal for any climate except extreme heat. Weak performance: lasts close to the skin. A good office-type scent. Classic but usable today, aimed at men. It is always compared to 1725 by Histoires de Parfums. They resemble each other, but here there is no anise in the opening, just cardamomo. Both are powdery, but in 1725 it is almond, whereas here it is violet, which gives it distinction. Similar performance, but the quality of ingredients in this MDCI is superior. Very good and balanced scent, quality ingredients. But personally, I would not pay its premium price.
Spiced opening with cardamomo and citrus. Soon the violet and lavender stand out, along with the initial spices. The citrus fades and the scent becomes powdery, thanks to the violet. In the heart I also notice some anise, perhaps due to the blend. Finally, a light vanilla-musk dry down. All three phases are noticeable, but without an exaggerated evolution; the beginning is not far from the end, although there are changes. Ideal for any climate, except extreme heat. Weak performance: lasts close to the skin. A good office-style fragrance. Classic but usable today, aimed at men. It is always compared to 1725 by Histoires de Parfums. They are similar, but here there is no anise in the opening, only cardamomo. Both are powdery, but in 1725 it is almond, whereas here it is violet, which gives it distinction. Similar performance, but the quality of ingredients in this MDCI is superior. Very good and balanced scent, quality ingredients. But personally, I would not pay its premium price.
Wonderful fragrance, reminiscent of the old ones, but to my nose it is 90% identical to Or Black by Pascal Morabito, the latter being more recent and perhaps the one that resembles this the most. In short, a good perfume with a nice bottle, but I think the price is too high for what it offers. Average longevity and sillage.
Not original, it smells like something you already know from other brands, but its quality and refinement are on another level. A perfect blend. Stephanie Bakouche created it at 20, a young woman who improved a classic, and that deserves respect. Vanilla/musk base with lavender and cardamomo, citrus top. A masculine, linear, simple and timeless fragrance that doesn’t age. In 20 years it will still sound current. Its beauty lies in its simplicity. Like cars: some look old quickly, while others, like this one, defy time, like a ’67 Eleanor Mustang. If I had to choose one for life, with pain I would leave behind my beloveds: Diaghilev, Great Britain, Danger, Pikovaya Dama, Aubres, The Night, Richwood… because Invasion Barbare is my answer. A masterpiece 10/10.
Not original, it smells like something you already know from other brands, but its quality and refinement are on another level. A perfect blend. Stephanie Bakouche created it at 20, a young woman who improved a classic, and that deserves respect. Vanilla/musk base with lavender and cardamomo, citrus opening. A masculine, linear, simple and timeless fragrance that doesn’t age. In 20 years it will still sound current. Its beauty lies in its simplicity. Like cars: some look old quickly, while others, like this one, defy time, like a ’67 Eleanor Mustang. If I had to choose one for life, with pain I would leave behind my beloveds: Diaghilev, Great Britain, Danger, Pikovaya Dama, Aubres, The Night, Richwood… because Invasion Barbare is my answer. Masterpiece 10/10
Does it remind me of Zino by Davidoff? It’s a good perfume.
MDCI are Roman numerals, but in reality, they stand for Marchal Design & Créations Indépendantes, by Claude Marchal. It has fougère, fern, and oriental notes, balancing lavender, citrus, and herbs with warm spices and sweet woods. The lavender leads, but you can smell the cardamom, ginger, and cedar. The base is exquisite and clears the mind, although Invasion Barbare isn’t as brutal as its name suggests; after an hour it softens but remains rich. It’s enchanting, sensual, and melancholic, with no defined gender, modern-retro, and based on the glory of old perfumes. The lavender is potent, sometimes with an almost eucalyptus spiciness, dark and tanned. I’m left with a good aftertaste; it’s a great classic and modern fragrance, but I wonder if it’s worth so much money for 75ml if the projection isn’t what I expected. We’ll see later.
Dusty violets with an acidic touch; for the price, it’s niche, but the scent isn’t, it smells like a rancid version of the first He Wood. The hype is the only thing elevating it; there’s no real exclusivity. As the saying goes, ‘tastes are like glassware that break’: comparing this to Roja Dove is absurd, it’s like trying to swap a Bentley for a Seat Ibiza. It’s just another mass-market fragrance sold at a high price to appear exclusive. Ideal for semi-formal use in intermediate seasons, neither too cold nor too hot.
This is one of those rare herbal aromas that hook you the moment you try it. More than a barbershop fougère, Invasion Barbare smells like fine fern talcum after a shave. It immediately reminds me of King Charles III: an important and respected figure, yet distant and not particularly loved. Perhaps the name generated expectations, but the perfume isn’t difficult or challenging. At first, a fresh bergamot with a metallic hint of violet leaf, innocent and clean. Then the citrus yields to the protagonist: a dusty lavender with thyme, cardamom, and ginger, creating an herbal, bitter, and talcum aura that recalls medicinal herbs and old talcum powders. It evokes a classic and aristocratic atmosphere, far from modern fougères. The base vanilla adds warmth and a subtle sweetness. Finally, musks and patchouli maintain the seriousness and that dark, retro touch, elegant and with great resolve. It’s the perfume of an authoritarian father or a confident man, of strong character but one who fulfils what is demanded; someone not easily approached.
One of those strange herbal aromas that hook you the moment you try it. More than a barber’s fougère, it smells like a fine post-shave fern talcum powder. I associate it with King Charles III: important, distinguished, respected but distant. The name generates expectation, but it is neither difficult nor challenging. Fresh opening of bergamot with a metallic hint of violet, innocent. Then the citrus yields to the protagonist: powdery lavender with thyme, cardamomo and ginger, creating an herbal/bitter/talcum aura that recalls medicinal herbs and old talcum powders. It evokes a distant and classic atmosphere, far from modernity, more aristocratic. The vanilla base adds warmth and sweetness. Finally, musks and patchouli maintain the seriousness and the dark “retro” touch, elegant, not sophisticated but of great integrity. It is the perfume of an authoritative father, a confident man, of a reserved but leading character, or a strict hermit. Someone with few friends.
Without a doubt, if we were to categorise a predominantly masculine fragrance in the West, it would be this Fougère. It highlights masculinity while being tremendously wearable, fresh yet classy for formal situations. Invasion Barbare is the sublimation of this. I would wear it always, filling myself with joy and a sense of empowerment when spraying it. The notes are extremely well balanced. The violet leaf is the protagonist, with touches of grapefruit and ginger that add energy. The lavender is noticeable without dominating, accompanying the thyme sublimely, which is difficult to use but works brilliantly here. The musk and vanilla are another level: it is not vanilla-heavy, but that combo provides support, a balsamic touch, relaxing and pleasant. It combines body, persistence, a flawlessly formulated trail and a magnificent sillage. A fragrance that makes you smile, with vigour, sophistication and class. A true wonder. Without a doubt a major composition that I hope to wear always. Cheers!
There’s no doubt: if we had to define the quintessential male perfume in the West, it would be the fougère. The best thing about them is that they highlight masculinity without losing usability anywhere; they’re fresh but classy enough to wear at formal events. Invasion Barbare is the ultimate expression of this. It’s the scent I’d always return to, filling me with joy and a sense of empowerment just by spraying it. Beyond the notes, everything is perfectly balanced: from the star violet leaf to the touches of bergamot and ginger that add energy. You can smell the lavender, which here doesn’t dominate as it usually does, but accompanies the thyme sublimely, a difficult ingredient that works brilliantly here. The musk-vanilla combo takes it another level: it’s not overly vanilla, but provides support, a delicious and relaxing balsamic touch. It combines body, persistence, and a flawlessly formulated trail with a magnificent sillage. It’s a fragrance that makes you smile, with vigour, sophistication, and class everywhere. A true marvel and a composition of major stature that I hope to use always. Cheers!
It’s a musky, floral, and talcum perfume that gives freshness and a dusty cleanliness; it reminds me of the talcum in Alma de Flores. It seems elegant and timeless, certainly striking enough to stand out at an event. The bottle is a beauty. When I bought it, I thought it would be something more brutal or animalic, but based on the bottle and the scent, I intuit it represents the fragrance awarded to the Roman hierarchy.
It has a certain vintage air, which isn’t a bad thing. I don’t know if my memory is failing, but it reminded me of Caron Pour Homme. It smells very well, but it’s not my style.
I’ve been wearing Invasion Barbare and I’ll talk about its various uses. The Perfumer and MDCI knew very clearly what they wanted to represent; they were always ahead of the curve. It’s rare for a youthful audience to appreciate this concept: a well-executed perfume, high-quality raw materials, and a beautiful balance, like a symphony in full opera. I say rare because I’m 26 and, as a fraghead, this topic or the fougère theme has never been mentioned to me, except by a colleague who bought Beau de Jour and found it wonderful. Without comparisons, this is something else: I hadn’t tried a perfume so balanced where the notes sound like a song, everything in harmony. The creative concept has everything I like. I understand that sometimes, when spending money, you want to draw attention and feel like the protagonist. This perfume does it its own way: subtle, low-profile, conveying peace and tranquility. With eyes closed, it’s like hearing a voice saying ‘everything is fine, relax’. An elegant aroma that doesn’t draw attention, but those with good taste know it’s a creation worthy of the Everest.
At first, I didn’t understand a thing; it seemed like a normal designer perfume, nothing niche. But after wearing it a few times, I got it: it’s very good, elegant, vintage, and mature. The projection isn’t the best, but it smells muuuy well and lasts 8-10 hours on the skin. After 3-4 hours, I detect an undeclared note: toasted coconut, which makes it brilliant without losing elegance. I recommend it; it’s versatile for all seasons, ideal for a relaxed yet formal spring evening.
Straight out of the bottle, it smells like Loewe’s original Solo; they share many notes. IB feels cleaner and less cluttered, whereas the new Solo seems more synthetic. The opening is citrusy and floral, then turns sweet and spicy; the dry down teleports me straight to summer. Good longevity. I liked it, but being faithful to Solo since 2004, I don’t see it as original—it’s too familiar. The price is high, but it denotes quality in the ingredients.