Men
Photo
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Photo by Karl Lagerfeld is a spiced oriental fragrance for men. Launched in 1990, this composition features aldehydes, lavender, lemon, bergamot, mandarin and galbanum as top notes; in the heart, we find carnation, rose, jasmine, coriander, honey, cyclamen and caraway; and the base is composed of oakmoss, benzoin, musk, sandalwood, tonka bean, amber, patchouli, guaiac wood and cedar.
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Smells incredible with citrus notes; it’s a scent from another era.
I thought of relating music to perfumery, so I will put a song that relates a lot to PHOTO DE LAGERFELD: New Kids on the Block – You Got It (Right Stuff). The decade of excess wasn’t finishing yet and perfumery was already leaning towards other sides, like Davidoff with Cool Water in 1988. Nevertheless, some houses were left behind releasing strong and penetrating scents but not ultra-masculine: Ungaro III and Lagerfeld are two of them. Woody aroma with a marked floral touch marked the trend, like the Jazz by YSL, which also began to use the fougere as a fashionable mix. I think it is a very much of its era scent, but those who like retro aromas will like it, although it should be used in small doses as its style is no longer in fashion. Nevertheless it is a delicious perfume.
It was my signature scent between 1990 and 1995. Honestly, I don’t think it lives up to Karl Lagerfeld’s prestige; neither the bottle, the name, nor the fragrance match his standard. It could have been launched by any mid-range brand like Revlon, Avon, or Puig. Although it has nothing to do with its predecessor, the Classic, I recommend owning both. In short, it smells great, is youthful and timeless. Ideal for casual events, evening wear, and cooler climates. A good buy.
It is a very honest perfume without pretending to be a best seller; when you put it on you get the smell of mandarin with the most citrusy part being lemon, the sensation lasts about 20 or 30 minutes. Then it changes to its middle notes which smell of citrus but sweet with flowers, with a masculine smell, it must be the effect of the rose and jasmine which are felt but faint. This sensation lasts another 20 or 25 minutes to finish with a very masculine and mysterious smell: patchouli, tonka bean and sandalwood, without ceasing to smell of citrus but more faint, I think it will be due to the moss combined with mandarin and lime. Very rich and with a longevity of more than 8 hours and then to skin level. As I commented, it is not overwhelming at the beginning but it develops and that is where the good part comes. It is one that shouldn’t be missing in your vintage wardrobe, it won’t disappoint you, make the attempt and it alone will reward you with hours and days of a unique and special smell.
Lagerfeld Photo is another of those broken toys, a product of the uncertainty of the late 80s, after the saturation of the aromatic fern and the success of Cool Water, seeking fresher and aquatic paths. But the evolution wasn’t easy; the formula had to fit into the 80s woody context. New West by Aramis was one of the first to boost the calone note (before Drakkar Noir), but that was all. The idea began to circle that the next step was the fresh fern with floral nuances. Indeed, Insensé by Givenchy was nothing more than the last link in a chain heading towards failure. Without taking away its merit, it wasn’t as novel as believed; the exploration had already begun with Ted Lapidus, Balenciaga or Globe by Rochas. What happens is that that path ended, sunk in misery. Except for a few nostalgics who enjoy these things. Although Photo is already discontinued, there was a reformulation. The version I speak of is the very first, bottle with green letters and cartridge shape. A jewel. The opening makes it clear that this is from another era: aldehydic, like a slap loaded with dark nuances, rare flowers, herbs sticking out of cracked tiles, damp corners in abandoned lots. It seeks the scent of a man with hair on his chest, alpha male with a silver back. However, as the drying progresses, as those twilight years of the end of an era passed, Photo becomes increasingly charming, kind and pleasant. Under that mossy bed there is a crisp, aquatic part that makes this work by Karl ultimately a proto-freshie, like Horizon by Guy Laroche or Giorgio Red. As its name indicates, it is a perfect ‘photo’ of that eclipse between trends in 1990: the transformation of the fern into the aquatic, caught red-handed. A beautiful photograph. Its performance is particular: after the initial punch, it seems lost, almost vaporous. But it is there, floating, and it doesn’t come off even with coarse sandpaper. Very nice and nostalgic for representing so well the moment it was born.
Lagerfeld Photo is very aromatic, with green tones, aldehydic, floral and woody. I never used it in my youth, but when I could get hold of it I remember it was very popular in the 90s. Its opening is an explosion of aldehydes that exponentially boost the citrus notes, but intense floral, green and woody notes are also perceived; it certainly contains lavender and carnation, and in this version the moss is felt strongly, a note that is no longer used or is used in minimal quantities today. The fragrance doesn’t evolve too much, but after an hour the woody sensation fades, while the floral notes remain accompanied by a base of warm woods, perhaps sandalwood and tonka bean (or coumarin), giving it a slight touch of sensuality. It could be worn at any time, for work or other situations, as it imparts a soapy sense of cleanliness, although now it is hard to find and I may only use it to remember its scent and that nostalgia of the late 80s and early 90s. Its longevity was about 8 hours: the first hour was very good and then it dropped to skin level.
Lagerfeld Photo is an aromatic fragrance with green, aldehydic, floral, and woody nuances. I never wore it when I was young, but I remember it being very popular in the 90s. Upon application, it explodes with aldehydes that enhance the citrus, but also floral, green, and woody notes. It definitely contains lavender and carnation, and in this version, the moss is very prominent, something that is now rarely used. It doesn’t evolve much, but after an hour the woody sensation fades and the floral notes persist with a base of warm woods, perhaps sandalwood and tonka bean, giving it a sensual touch. It can be worn all year round, in the office, or for anything, as it conveys cleanliness, although it is now hard to find. I would use it to evoke nostalgia for the late 80s and early 90s. It lasted about 8 hours: brilliant for the first hour, then it faded to skin-level scent.
A bottle at 60% of the Lagerfeld PHOTO distributed by BETHCO FRAG., do not hesitate to say yes and take it straight away. Karl never disappoints, he may have more original fragrances but he did everything with quality and excellent marketing. Photo shows a classic fresh aromatic style, with things from the 90s but 80s influence. We sense prominent lavender with citrus touches, reminding us of the opening of Jazz, Drakkar, Animale or Azzaro. Despite having ‘honey’ and being somewhat sweet (especially in the heart and base), not so much compared to the classics mentioned, it maintains that fresh, spicy, musky and woody spirit. Wanting to appear more relaxed, it takes no direction of leather, tobacco or pine, centring its composition on a floral musky side with woody touches. That is why I feel it is easier to wear and less strident than Drakkar or Animale. The projection is moderate and after a few minutes it becomes softer on the skin. It is a scent that reminds us of many from its era, I don’t see it as an original piece, but it has its own thing. The first formulas of this class shouldn’t be let go if they reappear at some point.
This is definitely a perfume, the one with the green letters on the bottle. I don’t like to rate perfumes but this is a 10, an illusion for nostalgics, the quality of this fragrance I am still searching for.
This is truly a perfume, the one in the bottle with green lettering. I don’t usually rate fragrances, but this is a 10, a dream for nostalgics. I am still searching for the quality of this scent.
To me, the perfect men’s fragrance. It represented everything I wanted to be: smell good, have presence, be masculine and balanced. I identify with it and that is enough for me. Even though it wasn’t ultra-hyped while still in vogue, it wasn’t for everyone. I really don’t care if some consider it outdated; I am an adult man and current proposals don’t blow my mind or scratch my itch. The nostalgia left by the original Lagerfeld Photo formula hurts; I had both. I have already planned to buy several bottles at whatever price they are, priority over any niche, I long to wear it.
For me, it is the perfect men’s perfume. It represented everything I wanted to be: smell good, have presence, be masculine, and balanced. I identify with it, and that is enough. Although it never had excessive hype and wasn’t for everyone, I don’t care if they consider it outdated. I am an adult man and current offerings don’t excite me as much. The original Lagerfeld Photo formula left a nostalgic mark that I cherish. I owned both and already plan to buy several bottles at whatever price they are, before spending on niche fragrances. I long to wear it.
It reminded me of Cool Water for men, or at least its launch with that ozonic and aldehydic note, which by the way bothers me quite a bit.
It reminded me of Cool Water for men, or at least that ozonic and aldehydic opening which, by the way, is very annoying to me.
Fortunately, I inherited very little from his father, just the reduced aldehydes and a touch of sweetness, but this was fresher and more modern. Although its evolution from the cave era wasn’t complete, it was still halfway to the modernity of the 90s with scents like Polo Sport, ADG and Tommy. The aromatic citrus opening was the best, then it turned darker. One shouldn’t fall into presentism, and in its time this scent illuminated the disco nights for teenagers entering the world of vices and romantic disappointments; it wasn’t a magnet for compliments but didn’t need to be, what mattered was smelling like a boss.
Fresh, green and refined; it made me so happy. I regret it has been discontinued or that it now costs a fortune to find.