And it was that newness that was spooking me. Now Renaud Salmon is in the driving seat affable and responsive on the forums (he revealed who the nose behind Dia Man was a question that had nagged me for years), but also new. Then, there was a major adjustment to Christopher Chong's wayward path, which sometimes threw up a gem like Fate Woman, intriguing Myths and Imitations, but also unbelievably ugly things like Sunshine Woman and some of the Secret Garden offerings that were best forgotten. I fell in love with the house when the classic perfumes that made its name were all that were available. I have been circling around Meander for a few days, summoning up my nerve to try it, now that Amouage is under new creative direction. For me, it is just one of many examples of at least the past half decade of Amouage mundane misses that make one ponder what happened to the great house producing masterpieces like Dia Man? The bottom line is the $340 per 100ml bottle Meander is a "good" smelling but unimpressive 3 stars out of 5 rated perfume that really should never have been created, meriting a neutral shoulder shrug recommendation to all. The perfume doesn't change much from start to finish, and is pleasant smelling but not anywhere near inspired in its construction or execution, leaving the wearer unimpressed. The truth is there isn't much to write on Meander. The supporting orris is a nice subtle touch that softens the earthy aspect of the cypriol. It starts off with an odd minty bent that takes some time getting used to, but the pepper infused, earthy, woody cypriol and frankincense primary heart accord grows on you, if never wowing. I don't know why the composition is called Meander, as its development actually is pretty linear to the this writer. Projection is excellent, as is longevity at well over 12 hours on skin. During the late dry-down the remnants of the black pepper, cypriol and frankincense join with woody vetiver and slightly sweet sandalwood through the finish. As the composition enters its early heart the starring slightly sweet minty frankincense remains with the supporting pink pepper morphing into black pepper, thickening as it is joined by near-creamy orris, and earthy, woody patchouli-like cypriol rising from the base. Bone Rating: 4.Meander goes on with a minty, slightly sweet aromatic smoky frankincense with soft pink pepper support before transitioning to its heart.At the same time it also has as dreamlike quality about it that makes you want to drift off in an embrace within its comforting arms. WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING ABOUT MEANDER: Carpe Odor, CaFleureBonīOTTOM LINE: Meander is so warm and beautiful it almost has a heartbreaking feel about it as it’s filled with great emotion. THREE WORDS THAT DESCRIBE MEANDER creamy, soothing, encompassing WHAT IT SMELLS LIKE TO ME: A languid nap on a warm afternoon. Base Notes: Olibanum Resinoid, Vetiver Oil, & Sandalwood Oil.Heart Notes: Orris, Rose Absolute, Cypriol Heart & Jonquille Absolute.Top Notes: Olibanum Oil, Carrot Heart, Pink Pepper CO² & Black Pepper Oil.Intricate blend of woods and flowy spices, Meander captures the exhilarating feeling of happiness when the south of Oman turns into a land of haze and running streams. Surreal march of white Sandalwood mists, they creep overhill and underhill until at last they meet the unending desert, still hot with the scent of dry Vetiver and balsamic Frankincense Resinoid – the unbreakable barrier. Serene and steady, they drape over a lush landscape of emerald Jonquille Absolute and lavish Rose Absolute, before climbing over pale cliffs of earthy Orris and dark, humid groves of Cypriol. This perfume is beyond gorgeous, it’s dreamy and quite voluminous, but so incredibly comforting while being quite grand.Ī synergy of fresh Pink Pepper and vivifying Black Pepper, together with a dense, fruity and chalklike Carrot Heart bring alive the all-encompassing fogs of monsoon season. It’s very light but adds just a hint of mystery to the already beautifully warmed heart. After some time, an incense begins to hover above the orris infused florals. It’s thick and rich and incredibly elegant and warm…and it’s at this point the orris feels as if it has been ladled over the luxurious Rose and Jonquille absolute. As Meander continues on its’ path, the perfume begins to grow and radiate. Together they provide a aura sheen that’s smooth as silk. Soon the carrot is met with the softest of rose along with a buttery orris. It’s not carrot from the earth, but one that’s fresh and dewy and lightly nutty and surprisingly gourmand. WHAT I SMELL: Meander opens with a warm and lightly sweet and inviting olibanum that is quickly met with an amazingly beautiful carrot note.
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