However 222
smelt in the ‘30s, it’s probably fair to assume that the current version isn’t
much of a smellalike. In fact, with its prominent use of several very popular,
modern synthetics, it feels quite up to date.
A spicy, musky
woods scent, 222 almost comes across as an elaboration on Cashmeran, which molecule
(present here) has just such a rich and complex odour profile. After a fresh,
citrus-green opening, the perfume gains in peppery smokiness leading to a somewhat
dry, (sandal/) woods and amber base with additional resinous accompaniments. The
pronounced musk component meanwhile, adds plump fleshiness to the composition
and a second-skin type quality.
Nose: Thomas
Fontaine (after Paul Vacher)
House: Le Galion
Release date:
2014 (reissue, 1930’s original)
Notes (per Fragrantica): violet,myrrh,
styrax, lavender, geranium, coumarin, oakmoss, cedar, sandalwood, vanilla, leather.
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