Initio Parfums Paragon Image by Karl

“Life starts over when it gets crisp in the fall.” F. Scott Fitzgerald.

Initio Parfums is a brand with which I am extremely well acquainted. I love the universal appeal of previous offerings such as Oud For Greatness, Rehab and Side Effect. Sensuality is synonymous with the brand and the new Initio Parfums Paragon delivers. The latest addition to the Hedonist Collection of three mantra fragrances, joining Rehab the Physical and Musk Therapy the Emotional; Paragon takes the Hedonist DNA a dichotomy of freshness and depth and weaves in a luscious plum accord into the mix for the wearer to have a ‘Spiritual’ connection.

Autumn (N.Y.C) by Michelyn

Initio Parfums Paragon represents, ‘A path of accomplishment’ (note from the brand). Here Initio Parfums have created a fragrance which uses uplifting notes at the forefront backed up with deeper soulful ones throughout the heart and the base. The timing of this release could not be better with the piney crispness and carnelian colour palette of Autumn in full effect and the pure white flacon with an auburn metallic insignia reflecting the vibe of the perfume in an ideal way.

The opening of Initio Paragon is explosive and has a spacious effect with bergamot, lavender, and white sage a sparkling concoction, which is attention grabbing.This provides one with a crisp and fresh experience and is extremely likeable. Quickly, Paragon shifts gears into a sensual and spicy scent as we notice black pepper and plum. These blend smoothly with the lavender, which tempers the pepper and allows the plum to take centre stage. It is exciting, silky, and slightly syrupy. The Palo Santo Wood compliments the bergamot and sage bringing subtle hints of mint and citrus and wraps the plum in a light incense. The effect is a hazy uplifting one with a deep and delicious heart.

Monika Grabkowska courtesy of Unsplash

As we delve into the base of Initio Parfums Paragon we are met with a creamy sandalwood and exceptionally light touches of Agarwood (oud). The sandalwood is much more present than the Agarwood, which is not discernible to my nose.  More to the fore is Palo Santo, which carries throughout the wearing experience and blends seamlessly with the milky sandalwood. It is a fine composition and one with great commercial appeal. The beauty of the Hedonist Collection is the versatility of all three fragrances. Paragon wins on being a scent that can be worn casually or dressed up and has the unique twist of using plum as a central theme with citrus, woods and incense playing supporting roles. One certainly feels the experience of superabundance with Paragon. The presentation is top class, and the scent delivers on being a feel-good fragrance and one which garners many compliments.

Notes: Bergamot, White Sage, Lavender, Plum, Palo Santo, Black Pepper, Sandalwood, Agarwood.

Disclaimer: bottle of Initio Parfums Paragon purchased by Karl. My opinions are his own.

Karl Topham, UK Brand Ambassador & Senior Editor

Initio Parfums Paragon by Karl

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