Parfums De Marly Safanad via the brand
Venturing once again into the realm of underrated fragrances by Parfums De Marly allows me to cast a luminous spotlight upon the oft-overshadowed gem, Safanad, which I remember from my retail days, and when our Editor-in-Chief Michelyn Camen jogged my memory about how wonderful it smells, I knew I had to write about it. During a recent exclusive event celebrating the newly launched Althaïr (reviewed by Steven)at the boutique, I enjoyed mingling amidst devoted brand aficionados, ardent fragrance enthusiasts who have been Parfums de Marly fans for numerous years. I was perplexed that not a single soul noticed Safanad—an omission I fervently intend on amending.
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Parfums de Marly Safanad unfurls like a tapestry of warm, velvety hues akin to the golden sunlight cascading during the glorious fall season. As the zephyr ushers in a crisp nip and leaves transform into a splendid mosaic of gold, our yearning for snug comfort in anticipation of the looming winter crescendos. The overture of Safanad’s fragrant symphony commences with a symphony of candied pear notes, orchestrated to meld perfume-like allure with a dessert-like sweetness. This pear-forward fragrance is swiftly escorted by the faint bitterness of petitgrain essence, adroitly poised to temper the initial saccharine burst.
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Yet, the perfume’s very heart is its beguiling narrative’s zenith. Here, the jasmine sambac absolute reigns supreme, its floral aria enveloped in an addictive ylang-ylang accord that exudes an essence akin to an overripe banana—a note that invariably ensnares my senses and is further enriched by a sumptuous orange blossom bouquet delicately steeped in a smoky nuance, evoking memories of tea adorned with a lavish tannin concentration.
Parfums De Marly Safanad by Olya Bar©
Safanad unfurls at the base in a crescendo of olfactory delight, wherein amber, sultry vanilla, and creamy trails of sandalwood perform a mesmerizing ballet. For those enraptured by a subtly classic approach to perfumery, it evokes fond scent memories bringing to mind classics such as Serge Lutens Fleur d’Oranger (2003) or Jean Paul Gaultier Classique (1992), Parfums de Marly Safanad gracefully pays homage to the timeless white floral tradition, weaving an elegant embroidery of scents by Fabrice Pellegrin whose artistry breathes life into this stunning perfume. We adore it.
Notes: Pear, Orange, Orange Blossom, Ylang-Ylang, Iris; Vanilla, Amber, Sandalwood.
The bottle was kindly gifted to me but opinions are always my own. Michelyn has her original bottle.
Olya Bar, Editor
Parfums De Marly Safanad by Olya Bar©
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