Hima Jomo Summer In Paro Review (Delphine Thierry) 2022+ Joy of the Moment Giveaway

Hima Jomo Summer In Paro by Delphine Thierry

Hima Jomo Summer in Paro courtesy of the brand©

The clarity of experiencing the joy of the moment and being in harmony is a feeling that we should never take for granted. When we are in flow with our surroundings our world feels enhanced, and we feel a truly blissful state of being. Hima Jomo taps into this sense of well-being. The brand concept is based upon explorations and cites in its journal the escapades of Alexandra David-Néel who became the first western woman to enter the Tibetan city of Lhasa. Her story is profoundly moving and well worth discovering.

Images of Vittoria Jiaxin Liu & Delphine Thierry courtesy of the brand©

Hima Jomo Summer In Paro fuses the primitive natural environment of the Himalayas with the modern techniques of haute French perfumery. The brand founded by Vittoria Jiaxin Liu currently has four scents dedicated to specific seasons and locations. All fragrances have been created in collaboration with perfumer Delphine Thierry of Inspiration Libre, who is known for Lubin Akkad and Masque Milano TerrAlba amongst others. The collective vision is in using a high percentage of natural ingredients whose roughness is sublimated and a fusion between exploration and crafting of raw materials makes for scents, which stand out in terms of both originality and quality.

Hima Jomo at Esxence 2022 CaFleureBon

Image of the Hima Jomo team and Karl at Esxence 2022, by Karl©

Hima Jomo Summer in Paro goes completely against the grain of ‘typical’ summer fragrances. Paro, meaning, ‘The Castle on the Jewel’ is in the western part of Bhutan, and home to the famous ‘Tiger’s Nest Monastery’ a focal point of the region, built in 1692, it sits on the cliff face in the Paro valley. Hima Jomo Summer in Paro is a tribute to this iconic location and is a golden nectarous aroma which is a complex amalgamation of resins and floral aspects.

Image of the Tiger’s Nest Monastery, Wikimedia.

From the outset we are met with coniferous evergreen trail of Nishtar which gives a rich and smoky nuance this mingles with petitgrain and Timur pepper (from Nepal) to create a slightly bitter vibrancy to enliven the senses, whilst there is a honeyed aspect that runs from top to base. The clashing of green versus sweeter notes creates a fresh but slightly balmy effect on the skin reminiscent of the location, the beehives, tree trunks and prophetic aspects clearly transcribed.

The heart of Hima Jomo Summer in Paro reflects the natural raw materials native to the Himalayas. Osmanthus amplifies the slightly honeyed opening and creates a pillowy soft aura and a peachy fruity touch. The benzoin, amyris and labdanum produce a textured and golden glow which is the hallmark of the scent, and it lingers throughout the wearing. Fir balsam, sandalwood and patchouli  bring an earthy, warm, and creamy depth and they link seamlessly with the associated notes to complete a smooth and comforting base. One can almost sense a soft incense wafting through the trees, the golden beams of a sunlit evening piercing through the monastery the soft sound of a horse’s hooves trudging and resins mingling in the mountain air.

Hima Jomo Summer in Paro is a fragrance with a trailing light touch, a burnished aroma of woods blending softly with sweet tones. The perfume feels free from conventions, and it seems to have been created as a contradiction of the market laden sugary sweet ambers of recent times. A beautiful and relaxed scent which whispers rather than shouts.

Karl Topham UK Ambassador & Senior Editor

Hima Jomo Summer In Paro launched in 2022.

Notes: Timur Pepper (from Nepal), petitgrain, honey, osmanthus, benzoin, amyris, fir balsam, sandalwood, patchouli, labdanum.

Sample of Hima Jomo Summer In Paro sent to Karl for review purposes. Thoughts are my own. All Himo Jomo fragrances were created by Delphine Thierry

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Hima Jomo Perfumes at Esxence 2022 by Karl©

Please Read: Karl’s Report of Esxence 2022 Best of Show.

Hima Jomo Summer In Paro by Delphine Thierry 

Hima Jomo Summer in Paro courtesy of the brand

Thanks to the generosity of Hima Jomo we have a 50 ml bottle of Summer In Paro for one registered reader in the EU & UK, You must register or your entry will not count. To be eligible, please leave a comment saying what you find most interesting based on Karl’s review if you are aware of Hima Jomo (it was a best of show) and where you live. Draw closes 7/7/22 

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43 comments

  • Steve A says:

    I was not aware of Hima Jomo until today. What has me interested in trying this is that the review states, “Hima Jomo Summer in Paro goes completely against the grain of ‘typical’ summer fragrances”. US

  • olgAPOISON says:

    I’m most interested in natural raw materials native to the Himalayas. I was not aware of Huma Jomo until this beautiful review. I live in EU, Croatia

  • INYA says:

    Summer in Paro sounds like a perfect meditation fragrance. I enjoyed reading about, and seeing the picture of, the Tiger’s Nest Monastery. Congratulations Hima Jomo on winning best of show. Thanks for another awesome review and draw. Mich USA

  • Sorohan Adriana says:

    “The perfume feels free from conventions, and it seems to have been created as a contradiction of the market laden sugary sweet ambers of recent times.”
    Scent with relaxing touch.
    I am from EU

  • Nikolina_84 says:

    The part I liked most about Karl’s review is his description “One can almost sense a soft incense wafting through the trees, the golden beams of a sunlit evening piercing through the monastery the soft sound of a horse’s hooves trudging and resins mingling in the mountain air.” I must admit, I was not aware of Hima Jomo!
    Hugs from Croatia, EU.

  • FC says:

    Summer in Paro is inspired by Bhutan and given the notes, it seems like an apt tribute to Bhutan. There is a high percentage of naturals and the composition employs smoky and woody notes including sandalwood. It also seems like a novel composition that is unlike others in the market. Thanks for the draw. I am in US.

  • patrick_348 says:

    So many summer-oriented scents fall back on either citrus or aquatic notes, both of which can get boring, that this sounds like a super-interesting change of pace. Karl’s description makes it sound balanced and properly understated for the hot weather. I don’t recall hearing about Hima Jomo, but this sounds great. I live in the US in North Carolina.

  • Anca Tse says:

    “It reflects the natural raw materials native to the Himalayas.” I would to experience that. Not aware of the brand.

    Hi from Portugal

  • rachelng says:

    Karl!!! ❤️❤️❤️ Intriguing review!!! I must try this fragrance! The materials sound wonderful and reading this is great: “the perfume feels free from conventions, and it seems to have been created as a contradiction of the market laden sugary sweet ambers of recent times.”
    While I’ve never been to Bhutan, I have traveled on the Tibetan plateau. The scent experience is so unique! I wonder if Summer in Paro would recall some of these memories? Thank you for the wonderful opportunity! I hadn’t heard of this brand until your reporting! ❤️ USA

  • drjedi says:

    Hima Jomo Summer in Paro seems to be a delightful perfume, from the listed notes and Karl’s review. I understand the notes and scents mentioned and the ambience of the place, having trekked in Bhutan though I never visited the temple mentioned in Karl’s review. Unfortunately I haven’t tried Hima Jimi before. I would love to try this perfume as it seems very elegant. Thanks for the review and draw. From USA.

  • Jeremi says:

    O find the notes of the fragrance the most interesting based on Karl’s review. I’m not aware of Hima Jomo. I live in Poland, EU.

  • RonaldJ says:

    Thanks for this interesting article Karl!

    I haven’t heardfrom Hima Jomo until now, so I appreciate your brief introduction to the brand and the perfumers!

    What really piqued my interest was that Summer in Paro isn’t a typical summer fragrance. I often avoid the typical aquatic and citrus kinds of fragrance groups and try to find other styles that are more unique and innovative.
    As a fan of green fragrances, the clashing of green versus sweet notes in Summer in Paro that creates a fresh but slightly balmy effect sounds absolutely amazing! I can’t wait to try it!

    Greetings from the UK!

  • Cdub5 says:

    I’ve never personally had the pleasure of trying any Hima Jomo fragrances, but I’ve seen the house mentioned a few times in recent articles. I like how this fragrance isn’t up in your face when you wear it, more of a “glow” and sometimes that’s exactly what I’m looking for. Thank you so much for the giveaway and good luck to everyone, I hope to try this house very soon!
    United States

  • Torax says:

    I loved the concept behind of Hima Jomo and how inspiring is Alexandra David-Néel.
    I think Summer In Paro is one fragrance that I would adore because of the Osmanthus and the raw materials this fragrance has. It sounds so intriguing and captivating, I hope I smell this one soon.
    USA here.

  • DuftHochZwei says:

    Since you reported about this brand from Esxence I was curious. I very much like the stories and aesthetics, and what’s not to love about an alpine summer? I’d love to win this to Germany, thank you for the draw!

  • Dazi83 says:

    Based on Karl’s review, this perfume is exactly my type – earthy, smooth, warm and creamy, free from conventions and a contradiction to recent sugary sweet ambers… Amazing!
    EU

  • RiccardoC says:

    Wow, what a thorough review this is…I really loved the description of the notes, and I am so sad I missed the brand at Esxcence! Seem a very interesting brand, that I did not know before.
    Hope to be able to try it!
    Riccardo, Italy EU

  • Giorgia295 says:

    This brand is so intriguing and interesting! Would love to try it.

    Greetings from Italy

  • Paeonnia says:

    Thisbis the first time I heard od Hima Jomo, yet the presentation – beautiful bottles, fresh graphics – make me interested in the brand. And the perfume sounds wonderful.
    I’m in eu

  • Amaziz89 says:

    Hima Jomo Summer in Paro is a fragrance with a trailing light touch, a burnished aroma of woods blending softly with sweet tones. The perfume feels free from conventions, and it seems to have been created as a contradiction of the market laden sugary sweet ambers of recent times. A beautiful and relaxed scent which whispers rather than shouts.

    Karl Topham UK Ambassador & Senior Editor

    Hima Jomo Summer In Paro launched in 2022.

    Notes: Timur Pepper (from Nepal), petitgrain, honey, osmanthus, benzoin, amyris, fir balsam, sandalwood, patchouli, labdanum. I am intrigued by the notes especially timur pepper, honey, sandalwood, Patchouli and labdanum. A wonderful review by Karl the subtlety of this fragrance really stands out. This is a house that I am not familiar with but I am intrigued by the notes and concept. Thanks a million from the UK

  • Ozzyaziz says:

    The heart of Hima Jomo Summer in Paro reflects the natural raw materials native to the Himalayas. Osmanthus amplifies the slightly honeyed opening and creates a pillowy soft aura and a peachy fruity touch. The benzoin, amyris and labdanum produce a textured and golden glow which is the hallmark of the scent, and it lingers throughout the wearing. Fir balsam, sandalwood and patchouli bring an earthy, warm, and creamy depth and they link seamlessly with the associated notes to complete a smooth and comforting base. One can almost sense a soft incense wafting through the trees, the golden beams of a sunlit evening piercing through the monastery the soft sound of a horse’s hooves trudging and resins mingling in the mountain air. A beautiful description by Karl really intrigued by the notes and that it is not a linear scent/summer scent. Thanks a lot from the UK

  • marla says:

    Summer in Paro, earthy, smoky and woody like the Himalayas. I would like this experience! From EU.

  • Sonbahia says:

    Nice review Karl! First time I´ve heard of Hima Jiwo was in your report “best of show” where I learned that the bran name means‘Holy Mother’ in Tibetan. It is amazing that the inspiration come from explorations and cites in the Alexandra David-Néel diaries (first western woman to enter in Lhasa!!!). So paying homage to the natural beauty of the Himalaya mountains in the goal of the brand. Here, using mostly naturals, recreats the Paro valley with its complex amalgamation of resins and floral aspects. Coniferous, petitgrain and Timur pepper is an amazing cold and smoky opening. Osmanthus with resins lingers through the wearing.Th best is tthat he scent whispers rather than shouts and is very far from sweet and amber trends. Great. I live in Spain, EU.

  • Starlit12 says:

    This is the first time I hear about Hima Jomo and their blend of natural elements from Himalaya and modern techniques of French perfumery sounds very interesting.
    Also, reading about Summer in Paro brought a kind of serenity onto me: I could almost envision the golden glow of a summer sunset in the mountains, the cool and refreshing stillness of the air and the fragrant natural elements, flowers, fruit, resins and earth mingled. Very poetic.
    I live in the EU and would love to win this.

  • akutila says:

    My favorite part of the review is: “One can almost sense a soft incense wafting through the trees, the golden beams of a sunlit evening piercing through the monastery the soft sound of a horse’s hooves trudging and resins mingling in the mountain air.”. WOW! sounds great!. I have never heard of the brand before, i will need to check them out. I am from USA, thank you!

  • NituNicolae says:

    Petitgrain is an interesting one, I have become familiar with it ever since I aquired Lair du desert Marocain from Taur perfumes.Summer in paro on the other hand sounds like I am going on a journey, climbing mountains and visiting temples. Excited for the giveaway. EU

  • alleycat says:

    I am just now finding out about this line! Honey might be my favorite note of all so naturally it makes me want to try this. USA

  • wandering_nose says:

    Thank you Karl for this fantastic review! Hima Jomo happen to be the brand that caught my instant and almost undivided attention while reading the articles dedicated to Esxence 2022. I was smitten by the design of their bottles and the way they presented their fragrances at Esxence. So close to nature, as if immersed in and emerging from it at the same time. The natural ingredients and the rawness of the materials used in Summer in Paro corresponds perfectly with the concept of the fragrance in terms of the location it is dedicated to. I absolutely love the notes and I would be more than happy to try this perfume. Thank you from Dublin, Ireland, EU

  • mdellaroc says:

    The himilayas are an intriguing range. I am fascinated by the history there. This sent seems to linger rather than scream. Sounds like a perfect representation of the area. In maryland.

  • skye says:

    I appreciate Hima Jomo’s commitment to using raw materials native to the Himalayas. The overall golden aura to the composition seems due to the osmanthus with the warm resiny benzoin and amyris providing support. The woody and earthy fir balsam, sandalwood and patchouli bring to mind the silent, contemplative forests of the mountain. This is my first exposure to Hima Jomo and Summer in Paro sounds delightful. Im in MD, USA.

  • k says:

    This sounds incredible. I haven’t heard of Hima Jomo, except for reading here. I would love to try this based on your description of flowery, textured forests. Thanks for the review, writing from the EU.

  • AleksCipri says:

    I was very intrigued by Hima Jomo when I learned about them from previous Esxence posts. I really love their story and their esthetic. I have to sample these fragrances. Karl’s review of Summer In Paro got me really interested in this fragrance. I love peppery and incensy fragrances and a combination with fir balsam and sweet notes here sounds really good. I’m from Illinois, US.

  • MissT says:

    I’m very much looking forward to trying out this fragrance which I wasn’t unfamiliar with. I love the perfume Castana which was created by Delphine Thierry for Cloon Keen and generally I appreciate the sort of transparency of her perfumes. “The author described this scent as “A beautiful and relaxed scent which whispers rather than shouts” and this statement really appeals to me.
    Many thanks for this draw. I live in France.

  • nounours7 says:

    It was the last day of Esxence when we finally arrived at this stand, so we did not have much time to learn more about it, just to try it on the blotters. And I just love it. Thank you, Karl, for telling us more about the history and concept.
    I live in France, EU

  • fastnee says:

    Something that counters the current group of sugary sweet ambers sounds like a welcome change of pace. I have not heard of Hima Jomo. NV, USA.

  • John McDonald says:

    I have never heard of this brand bit i am intrigued.
    Love my Amber’s and osmanthis is growing on me.
    Oklahoma USA

  • Laurentiu says:

    This sounds good! I think we are all fed up with the fragrances released nowadays following the same pattern and this seems to have some originality. Thanks!

  • Bassey says:

    I heard of Hima Jomo via the review of Esxence 2022. Summer in Paro fuses the primitive natural enviroment of the himalayas with the modern techniques of haute french perfumery. Based on Karl’s review, this is an atypical summer fragrance that is not a sugary sweet amber. It has a level of complexity from the resins and floral aspects of the fragrance. I would love to try the offerings from Hima Jomo.
    Maryland, US.

  • Regis Monkton says:

    After reading this review, I am very interested to try this fragrance. I like when Karl says “Hima Jomo Summer In Paro fuses the primitive natural environment of the Himalayas with the modern techniques of haute French perfumery.” I like the list of notes for this fragrance, and Karl’s description of it made this fragrance seem very appealing to me. I might have heard of this company before, but I’m not sure. I live in the U.S.A.

  • Timea says:

    Summer In Paro sounds like a wonderful forest from the base of the notes. I’m not familiar with the brand. I wold very like to win that lovely bottle. Thank you for the chance. I live in Europe.

  • Michael Prince says:

    I loved Karl’s review of Hima Jomo Summer in Paro. This is my first time hearing about this brand. Congratulations for it being best in show. I really loved learning more about them. I loved learning about the founder Vittoria Jiaxin Liu and the perfumer Delphine Thierry. The inspiration and influence behind their fragrances are the Himalayas along with modern French perfumery. Summer in Paro sounds amazing and I would love to try it. I am from the USA.

  • Ambrosium says:

    What a lovely review, I find the flacon has a cool design aswell.
    I’m from Germany.