Solo Loewe Cedro by Loewe

It’s caught me. It’s a distinctive scent that breaks from the trends and, while not the most original in the world, it suits me. I like it because it’s fresh, simple (not simplistic), wearable yet smells incredible. Very addictive. It reminds me of Tom Ford’s Neroli Portofino because, although they aren’t the same, it’s a very characteristic profile. And that’s despite this one not having neroli. The difference with the regular Solo is basically the cedar, but for me it gives it a more mature personality. That doesn’t mean it’s for people of a certain age. It’s elegant, unpretentious, clean and usable all year round. Perhaps it would even suit a casual date in the heat, though I’d use it for almost everything 🤭

A balance of woods: Solo Cedro has something special, conveying calm, elegance and balance from the first moment. It doesn’t seek attention, but rather accompanies you with a very masculine serenity. The protagonist is the cedar, dry, clean and warm, with an amber base and a spicy touch that gives it character. It’s sober and refined, ideal for everyday wear or moments where you want to project confidence without exaggeration. It feels natural, almost like a second skin, making it very easy to wear.

A good fragrance, versatile due to its notes which stand out more as the temperature changes, whether cold or hot, without being overwhelming (except for the pepper, which made some people sneeze when I applied it). I’ve received good compliments: ‘smells very good’, ‘smells like a man’. That said, it’s very difficult for me to imagine a woman wearing it. Highly masculine and sophisticated. I have the current version and will definitely buy another when I finish this. 9/10.

I bought it out of curiosity; Loewe isn’t a very mass-market brand and I wasn’t familiar with their style. Initially, I found it super pleasant, delicate, refined and versatile; I feel it for day, night, summer, winter… I struggle to separate the notes, just feeling a pleasant, fairly linear scent from the opening to the dry down. It’s not a bomb; you feel it on the skin all day, better if it lands on clothes. In intimate situations, hugs, you’ll get compliments; they’ll tell you you smell good, a total compliment generator, but up close. Don’t expect this with people two metres away; it’s for proximity. If you think about it, perhaps it wouldn’t work as a projection machine, but as it is, it’s perfect. I should clarify that this is for the new bottle version from LVMH; I don’t feel it the same as any other, nor is it totally woody, nor for a specific age range; it’s a beautiful piece of perfumery, a delightful surprise.

A pity my nose doesn’t perceive so many nuances. At first, it smells like an old man’s perfume (Loewe Solo?), then it disappears and I only smell lemon and wood. Too expensive for what it gives. Delicious smell of roasted chicken, this isn’t.

The longevity and trail are quite weak, although the scent itself is very rich.

Keeping it brief: it smells mysterious, warm and has quality. What stands out most is the tangerine and cedar. Totally recommended for temperate climates.

It opens with an acidic yet creamy lemon, slightly alcoholic. Then the cedar timidly appears alongside an orangey touch that balances the sweetness. After a few minutes the pepper attacks and the vibrato is noticeable. It evolves a lot, even sounding minty at one point. Quite a journey, perhaps fast, but with considerable quality. At 20-30 minutes it’s a real cedar bomb, a slap of wood and sawdust, the peak. Then it fades; by the fourth hour it’s down to earth, leaving only subtle cedar and lavender. Maybe it causes olfactory fatigue, but I recommend refreshing it midday. For the price, the performance is just right, but it’s a quality aroma, versatile with several turns in the first hour.

It combines citrus freshness with the warmth of cedar, creating something distinctive. It’s versatile and lasts 6 to 8 hours on skin. The projection is moderate, not overwhelming but it leaves a trail. The elegance of the cedar makes it ideal for work: discreet but sophisticated. It also suits formal events and winter, enveloping you in a cosy feeling.

In Emilio Valeros’ work for Loewe, SOLO Cedar is one of my great loves in the woody category. The SOLO line created its own genre: Mediterranean spicy woody scents. While others focused on resins and mosses, here they rooted in tender woods and herbs. In a family tree with stately works like Esencia, this more avant-garde and genuine branch grew, where sobriety is a virtue. Perhaps lovers of chunky wood might find it simple: cedar shavings, orange juice and thyme. But it’s also like breathing mountain air or gathering acorns. There is imagination in SOLO Cedar: it captures a pleasant and masculine aromatic landscape, with soft cedar, citrus, lavender, dried herbs, orange peel, nutmeg and refined incense. You can imagine a pheasant hunter taking a siesta in the fresh air. It contrasts with the original by removing the soapy edge, adding a more organic tone to the cedar. It’s a flanker with its own identity and respect for the consumer. My vintage edition is lovely, with a square bottle and a pyrographed cedar base. They didn’t skimp on resources for the class and distinction of the Spanish house. The selection of ingredients confirms a level of excellence that will not return. Always with me.

Starts with tangerine, then moves into woody notes with a sweet, spiced touch of nutmeg that softens it. I absolutely love it and have owned it since 2015. It lasts about five hours, with two hours of moderate projection. It’s versatile and suitable for all seasons.

Fantastic fragrance. Opens with woody notes and potent citrus, followed by a very subtle lavender. Projects well and lasts over eight hours. It generates lots of compliments. It’s not very versatile; better for the office with care or formal occasions.

There must be an undeclared note, because as it dries, it resembles Encre Noir Sport. Perhaps it lacks that strong opening of ENS, but the finish is identical to Lalique’s.

SOFT AND UNCOMPLICATED: Cedar is easy to love or hate. If you’re looking for soft wood, this is your perfume, because old woods tend to be intense. If you expected a pure cedar as if leaning against a tree trunk, you’ll be disappointed. I find the notes very wearable; it smells of cedar without being tedious. The tangerine and pepper give a soft spicy touch at the start, and the lavender balances the wood. It’s for enclosed spaces and cool climates, better during the day than at night. It’s designed for people aged 25 to 35, bringing wood closer to newcomers, though it will disappoint the old guard. Sprays: 5-7. Longevity: 8. Sillage and intensity: moderate.

I adore this perfume… Of course, it’s not the best in terms of quality, but it smells wonderful and brings back memories of when I started with my partner. The first time I smelled it was shortly after its launch. I lived in Madrid, and a pharmacist from the corner shop, with whom I chatted a lot, gave me a 15ml sample that I kept in the car. It was for emergencies, but gradually it became the perfume I wore to pick up my girlfriend, who lived surrounded by pines and cypresses. I felt very comfortable with it. When the sample ran out, I bought a 100ml bottle with a decanter a week ago at the shopping centre. Smelling it again, nostalgia washed over me. Now I wear it before we leave the house together, not just to pick her up.