Русский Лес (Russian Forest) by Новая Заря (The New Dawn)
Men Women 1982
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Russian Forest: A Properly Green 1982 Forest Scent, Earthy to the Core Русский Лес (Russian Forest) by Новая Заря (The New Dawn) is an aromatic offering for women and men dating from 1982. Green and earthy, it keeps a distinctly classic character well removed from contemporary perfumery. Mint and bergamot lead the opening, iris, rose, caraway and cinnamon form the…
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Key notes
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Top
mint
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Heart
iris
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Base
woody notes
Community
186 votes
- Positive 75%
- Negative 16%
- Neutral 9.1%
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Leading answer I own it
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Fragrance profile
About Русский Лес (Russian Forest)
Russian Forest: A Properly Green 1982 Forest Scent, Earthy to the Core
Русский Лес (Russian Forest) by Новая Заря (The New Dawn) is an aromatic offering for women and men dating from 1982. Green and earthy, it keeps a distinctly classic character well removed from contemporary perfumery.
Mint and bergamot lead the opening, iris, rose, caraway and cinnamon form the heart, and woody notes, oakmoss, patchouli and vanilla shape the base. Woody notes and earth tincture are listed within the composition.
On first spray it is bracing and herbal, cool mint lifted by bergamot. The impression is aromatically fresh and spiced rather than sweetened.
At the heart, powdery iris and rose take the edge off the green, seasoned with caraway and cinnamon. Floral softness and a gentle powdery feel sit alongside a restrained warm spice.
The base evokes the forest floor proper: timber-like woods, oakmoss and patchouli, mellowed by a whisper of vanilla. The moss supplies a damp, mossy depth whilst patchouli underlines the earthiness.
Taken together, earthy, woody and mossy accords dominate, supported by iris, rose and aromatic facets. The focus is soil, foliage and wood rather than modern freshness or sweetness.
With an average of 3.75 out of 5 from 186 votes, it remains a worthwhile curiosity for devotees of traditional green scents and earthy compositions.
It will suit those fond of green aromatics, old-style moss accords and uncompromising unisex scents. Particularly fitting for lovers of woodland-inspired fragrances and historic creations.
Russian Forest offers no prettified woodland: it is green, earthy and forthright, set apart by its earth tincture. Worth sampling if you favour oakmoss, iris and dry patchouli.
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Longevity
Tied for the lead Fleeting / Soft
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Sillage
Leading answer Intimate
101 votes
Character
Leading answer Balanced
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Value perception
Leading answer Excellent value
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