Year: 2004
Notes: Sri Lankan cardamom, hawthorn, iris pallida, heliotrope, apricot kernel, leather, musk
For a considerable length of time, Daim Blond was quite difficult to grasp. Looking back now, one was probably expecting something typically Lutens-esque, while hoping for a very robust leather affair. Unfortunately, it wasn't as rich and tenacious as previous Serge Lutens releases, and nor was it what one was expecting.
However, one still continued to test it occasionally. Indeed, the apricot kernel, iris and leather accords were no less inviting but it still wasn't full bottle-worthy. And then, one day, something happened – its enigma suddenly renounced itself and its true nature was finally revealed...
The thing is, perceiving it as a leather-dominant fragrance will only court disappointment. It isn't strictly a take on leather but more on suede, and it's an important fact that should be acknowledged. Also, one will go out on a limb and proclaim that it isn't a dominant suede scent either. Although the suede plays an important role, it's often overlooked that musk is also a significant note in the composition. As a result, one would classify it more as a fruity musk, with subtle floral and suede undertones. One believes that if it's perceived in this way, it might be better appreciated.
Personally, one still considers its performance to be too timid, ephemeral and relatively muted (but, then again, one has never been that enthusiastic about white musk scents). However, based on the above, one urges you to approach it once more – both from a completely different perspective and without any prejudice.
However, one still continued to test it occasionally. Indeed, the apricot kernel, iris and leather accords were no less inviting but it still wasn't full bottle-worthy. And then, one day, something happened – its enigma suddenly renounced itself and its true nature was finally revealed...
The thing is, perceiving it as a leather-dominant fragrance will only court disappointment. It isn't strictly a take on leather but more on suede, and it's an important fact that should be acknowledged. Also, one will go out on a limb and proclaim that it isn't a dominant suede scent either. Although the suede plays an important role, it's often overlooked that musk is also a significant note in the composition. As a result, one would classify it more as a fruity musk, with subtle floral and suede undertones. One believes that if it's perceived in this way, it might be better appreciated.
Personally, one still considers its performance to be too timid, ephemeral and relatively muted (but, then again, one has never been that enthusiastic about white musk scents). However, based on the above, one urges you to approach it once more – both from a completely different perspective and without any prejudice.
