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Parfums Dusita Anamcara Review (Pissara Umavijani) 2021 + The Scent Of Friendship (and Interview) Draw

September 12, 2021September 12, 2021

 

Parfums Dusita Anamcara review

Parfums Dusita Anamcara / fragrance visualization by Despina Veneti©

“Everything is

a blessing in disguise,

sometimes so mysterious

a disguise that

it will take me a lifetime

to realize it.” –Montri Umavijani (1941-2006)

Pissara Umavijani of Parfums Dusita with Despina veneti of CaFleurebon

A friendship (Pissara & Despina) / photo collage by Despina Veneti©

Apart from being an admirer of Pissara Umavijani’s work, I’m also a friend of hers. Our friendship goes well beyond our common love of perfume: we share meals and celebrations, opinions and worldviews, joys and worries. This life fact does not prevent me from writing about her creations (some of which I loved even before I met her) exactly the way I feel; moreover, Pissara always welcomes my sincere input about her perfume trials, which I feel honored to test. Therefore, it wasn’t anything out of the ordinary when one noon she arrived at our apartment for lunch, holding a few vials with compositions she was working on. That day, I singled out two of them, one of which would eventually turn into her twelfth Parfums Dusita release. At the time, she only told me that these were trials for “a special project”; a little later, I found out that she had been asked to compose a scent that would reflect the community spirit of the Facebook group Eau My Soul. When I smelled the final version of the fragrance, I realized once more what wonders Pissara’s fine-tuning and sheer perfectionism work: what I remembered as a beauteous fruity/white floral with a tea undercurrent, had turned into a stunning tuberose-centered scent embellished with yellow fruitiness, a delicate but fully satisfying tea accord, and a grounding base of vanillic woods. The fragrance was yet to be named, and – since friendship was at the very core of its inspiration – Pissara asked me to help her choose its name among the several propositions received after a contest she held. Right there, in our living room, the two of us examined all suggestions, and the name “Anamcara” (proposed by two different entrants) emerged as our favorite: this beautiful-sounding merging of two Gaelic words, which literally mean “Soul Friend”, refers to that person with whom you develop a life-long connection, someone you can trust implicitly, and on whom you can always count.

Dusita Paris Amacara

Tory Island, Comté de Donegal, Ireland / Martine Franck©, 1995

Parfums Dusita Anamcara opens with the sunny disposition of bergamot and blood orange, announcing a generous, soulful bouquet: tender freesia, joyous May rose, cuddly orange blossom, intoxicating jasmine, mesmerising tuberose. The latter is the undisputed floral star, sans the “diva” attitude. Determined to captivate both its perennial lovers, and those who tend to shy away from it, the tuberose here is amicable and broadly welcoming, without losing its fundamental exuberance. It is, furthermore, one of the most gender-fluid tuberoses I’ve ever smelled, performing a fine balancing act between the perfumer’s two exclusive accords – the tea and the woody one. The tea accord (redolent with peach and apricot, and a bit smoky on its own), once blended in the composition evokes to me the smell of infinitely elegant white tea, infused with dried fruits and flower petals. It brilliantly teases out the inherent fruitiness of the florals: the damascones of the rose, the mirabelle tones of the freesia, the citrusness of the orange flower, the banana vibes of the jasmine, the coconut tones of the tuberose. At the same time, the Madagascar vanilla is working its comforting magic: like a warm, reassuring hug, this precious raw material nourishes and adorns citruses, fruits, tea and flowers, lending a suavely gourmand character to the fragrance. The vanilla creates a link to the stunning base, where the perfumer’s own “Rainforest” accord, mainly defined by chocolatey patchouli, clean vetiver, nutmeg-like sandalwood and oxygenated cedarwood, radiates an aura of creamy, slightly powdery, elating woodiness. Appropriately to a fragrance that celebrates friendship, the flirtiness of Parfums Dusita Anamcara does not escalate to eroticism; its sensuality feels natural, unforced, almost spiritual in its lack of provocation. Contemplative yet optimistic, meditative but also exhilarating, Parfums Dusita Anamcara is as much a scent that reflects the complexity of friendship, as it is a fragrance that mirrors its creator’s poetic sensibility and life-brightening humanism.

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Friendship / William Herbert Allen©, date unknown – Hampshire Cultural Trust©

Considering that Parfums Dusita Anamcara is meant to celebrate friendship, it understandably holds a special place in my heart. Since Pissara involved me in Anamcara’s birth as a gesture of friendship, I wanted to offer to all our Çafleurebon friends an in-depth discussion with her, while smelling all the scent’s ingredients. The fragrance was presented to a limited number of journalists, bloggers, content creators and brand friends during a global online event on September 11, 2021. The discussion that follows took place ten days earlier, September 1, 2021.

Despina Veneti: Thank you for taking the time to discuss Parfums Dusita Anamcara with me today, Pissara. Let’s start with how the fragrance idea was born.

Pissara Umavijani: It’s my pleasure, Despina! It all started when Christi Long, founder and co-administrator of the Facebook group Eau My Soul, asked me to compose a fragrance inspired by the group. I accepted, and asked for the group members to get actively involved in the first stage of the creative process, by suggesting their favorite notes and mood that this scent should have.

Despina Veneti: Exactly how did you choose the notes, and which ones were selected first?

Pissara Umavijani: I noticed that the prevalent mood suggested by the group members was that of getting together again with friends, picnicking and enjoying the outdoors (an understandable need in times of a global pandemic). I wanted a feeling of coziness and human contact, so I started with the tea accord; the image of sharing a cup with people I care for spells “friendship” to me instantly. In the beginning, as you may remember, my tea accord was more jasmine/oolong-like, but then I turned it into peach/apricot for a more joyful vibe.

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A Windy Day / Gaetano Bellei©, date unknown

Despina Veneti: Smelling the tea accord, I find it a proper composition by itself – it opens intensely fruity, and one needs to wait a little to experience the tea leaf facet. Smelling its ingredients, I’d say that petitgrain is key to that transformation…

Pissara Umavijani: I agree with you. It’s a rather complex accord, of no less than 10 ingredients. There are yellow fruit notes, citruses, some jasmine and rose, a touch of osmanthus, patchouli and the beautiful Paraguayan petitgrain that’s herbal, nutty and fruity altogether. Patchouli is also essential to that smoky tea leaf effect.

Despina Veneti: Tell me about the tuberose, a floral note often associated with voluptuousness and seduction. How did you approach it considering that the fragrance’s theme is friendship?

Pissara Umavijani: The tuberose was suggested by many people, and it happens to be a raw material I love dearly. I wanted to showcase its soothing aspect by accompanying it with green and ambery touches. Less heady and seductive, more relaxed and accessible. To me, tuberose carries an invigorating yet comforting energy,  transporting me back to my home in Thailand. I imagined it as the star of a stunning bouquet I’d bring to a dear friend, with the purity of white. I surrounded the tuberose with night-blooming jasmine, May rose, orange flower, ambrette seed, sweet resins and a touch of vanilla, in a floral accord I called “Bouquet”.

Despina Veneti: Your third major accord is the woody one, which smells sweet and powdery on me – perhaps unexpectedly sensuous for something you call “Rainforest”!

Pissara Umavijani: I think the New Caledonian sandalwood is really big on your skin, and the large quantity of cedarwood may have that effect, too. In the fragrance, that effect is toned down. I called it “Rainforest” because, to me, friendship does not exist among humans only. I’ve seen it happen between species, and I further believe that all of us need to be friends with Nature. My goal was to create an ideal version of the humid, mossy, aromatic woodiness of a tropical forest, and this accord is the fragrance’s link to Mother Earth.

Two Friends / Thurston Hopkins©, c. 1954 – Getty Images©

Despina Veneti: I find the woodiness of it bewitching, and after smelling its ingredients with you, I think the key materials here are the sweetly spiced sandalwood, the amazingly nutty vetiver and the cedarwood that seems to have fresh air breathed into it…

Pissara Umavijani: The Santalum Austrocaledonicum that I used has, indeed, such tones. Cedarwood Virginia is an ingredient almost therapeutic in its calming effect. Vetiver is also important; I used both fractionated (a bit nutty and clean), and non-isolated Haitian (earthy and humid). The earthiness is enhanced by my beloved Indonesian patchouli and real oakmoss (I always use natural, low-atranol one).

Despina Veneti: Apart from the three main accords, what’s that extra something that makes Anamcara what it is?

Pissara Umavijani: I’d say the beautiful Madagascar vanilla which I added individually, for that gourmand feeling many people asked for; and, of course, the meticulous balancing of the fragrance’s ingredients.

Despina Veneti: For the finale, please tell me why you chose this particular poem of your father’s to accompany Anamcara.

Pissara Umavijani: I think it adds a poignant comment to any human relationship. Sharing emotions with another person is precious, even if at the time the occasion seems sadder than we like. We also tend to forget sometimes how blessed we are: my father had a friend with whom he had a disagreement, and they ended up not talking to each other. When my father passed away, it was this very friend that published his work. The message I ultimately tried to communicate with Anamcara is to enjoy friendship and life as they come, take nothing or no-one for granted, and show appreciation to friends while they’re still around…

Notes: Blood Orange, Orange Blossom, Freesia, Tea, Peach, Apricot, Rose Centifolia, Tuberose, Jasmine Sambac, Vanilla, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Cedarwood, Vetiver.

Editor’s note: Parfums Dusita Anamcara will be available for pre-order from September 14, 2021 at the brand’s online shop, and very soon through every Parfums Dusita stockist. The fragrance (EdP) will be available in three sizes: 50ml, 100ml and in travel format (3×7.5ml).

Disclaimer: My thanks to Pissara Umavijani for my 15ml mini bottle of Parfums Dusita Anamcara. The opinions are my own.

– Despina Veneti, Senior Editor

Parfums Dusita Anamacara review

Birds Of A Feather / photo collage by Despina Veneti©, using original illustrations by Pissara Umavijani© for Parfums Dusita Anamcara

Thanks to the generosity of Pissara Umavijani and Parfums Dusita, we have a draw for a 50ml avant-première bottle of Parfums Dusita Anamcara (value: 150€) for one registered reader in EU, UK, USA and Russia (to be shipped to the winner in October). You must register here or your comment will not count. To be eligible, please leave a comment saying what you enjoyed most about Despina’s review and her discussion with Pissara, if you have a favorite Parfums Dusita fragrance, and where you live. Draw closes 9/16/2021

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111 comments

  • September 12, 2021 at 12:35 am
    Steve A says:

    I enjoyed how detailed and in-depth this interview was. Sorry, not tried any from the line. US

  • September 12, 2021 at 1:33 am
    Sorohan Adriana says:

    I love touberose and when I see a touberose I want it.
    I am from Eu Bucharest Romania Europe

  • September 12, 2021 at 2:34 am
    NituNicolae says:

    Tea accord sounds very complex to make, i have smelled fragrances that have a tea quality to them like Banana Republic 78 Vintage Green or Je Ne Sais Quoi from Teo Cabanel, but they only had a few notes (fig, macha) to give it a green tea vibe. All i know from Dusita is Oudh Infini which is a very aggressive oud fragrance. Thank you for the opportunity. I live in Romania, EU.

  • September 12, 2021 at 2:40 am
    Emily L says:

    I watched an interview with Pissara on YouTube a few days ago and now have the pleasure of reading this interview. Pissarro seems like such a kind and beautiful person; it comes out in her interviews. I believe that spirit is manifested in her perfumes as well. After the first interview, I decided Dussita would be the next house I sample. Anamcara must be on the list. Based on the description Pissara created a soothing, friendly scent. Anxious and sad emotions have been easy to come by lately. I have been using the soothing power of fragrance to calm my body and soul. It sounds like Anamcara, as well as other Dussita fragrances, are just what the doctor ordered. ~Indiana, USA

  • September 12, 2021 at 3:15 am
    Hayley says:

    I absolutely love Dusita have been discovering the perfumes this year. I am very excited for this perfume especially about joy and friendship. I like the sound of the tea accord linking into the other ingredients and making them bloom. I was very moved by reading Pissara’s Fathers estranged friend was the one who published his work. I am in the U.K. and have everything crossed!

  • September 12, 2021 at 4:00 am
    Amaziz89 says:

    I think it adds a poignant comment to any human relationship. Sharing emotions with another person is precious, even if at the time the occasion seems sadder than we like. We also tend to forget sometimes how blessed we are: my father had a friend with whom he had a disagreement, and they ended up not talking to each other. When my father passed away, it was this very friend that published his work. The message I ultimately tried to communicate with Anamcara is to enjoy friendship and life as they come, take nothing or no-one for granted, and show appreciation to friends while they’re still around…

    Notes: Blood Orange, Orange Blossom, Freesia, Tea, Peach, Apricot, Rose Centifolia, Tuberose, Jasmine Sambac, Vanilla, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Cedarwood, Vetiver. A very touching reminder that you should make up with whoever you have an argument or disagreement before you can because sometimes it is too late. I am intrigued by the notes especially Patchouli, Tuberose and Sandalwood. My favourite from this house is Oudh infini. Thanks a million from the United Kingdom

  • September 12, 2021 at 4:02 am
    Mary ter Heege says:

    Yesterday evening at 19.00 I was honored to be present at the online launch of Anamcara and Despina’s description of this Beauty makes me even more proud. I already have that gorgeous 15 ml of Anamcara and hope that the winner of this giveaway will enjoy it as much as I will

  • September 12, 2021 at 4:05 am
    Ozzyaziz says:

    Parfums Dusita Anamcara opens with the sunny disposition of bergamot and blood orange, announcing a generous, soulful bouquet: tender freesia, joyous May rose, cuddly orange blossom, intoxicating jasmine, mesmerising tuberose. The latter is the undisputed floral star, sans the “diva” attitude. Determined to captivate both its perennial lovers, and those who tend to shy away from it, the tuberose here is amicable and broadly welcoming, without losing its fundamental exuberance. It is, furthermore, one of the most gender-fluid tuberoses I’ve ever smelled, performing a fine balancing act between the perfumer’s two exclusive accords – the tea and the woody one. The tea accord (redolent with peach and apricot, and a bit smoky on its own), once blended in the composition evokes to me the smell of infinitely elegant white tea, infused with dried fruits and flower petals. It brilliantly teases out the inherent fruitiness of the florals: the damascones of the rose, the mirabelle tones of the freesia, the citrusness of the orange flower, the banana vibes of the jasmine, the coconut tones of the tuberose. At the same time, the Madagascar vanilla is working its comforting magic: like a warm, reassuring hug, this precious raw material nourishes and adorns citruses, fruits, tea and flowers, lending a suavely gourmand character to the fragrance. The vanilla creates a link to the stunning base, where the perfumer’s own “Rainforest” accord, mainly defined by chocolatey patchouli, clean vetiver, nutmeg-like sandalwood and oxygenated cedarwood, radiates an aura of creamy, slightly powdery, elating woodiness. Appropriately to a fragrance that celebrates friendship, the flirtiness of Parfums Dusita Anamcara does not escalate to eroticism; its sensuality feels natural, unforced, almost spiritual in its lack of provocation. Contemplative yet optimistic, meditative but also exhilarating, Parfums Dusita Anamcara is as much a scent that reflects the complexity of friendship, as it is a fragrance that mirrors its creator’s poetic sensibility and life-brightening humanism. A beautiful piece by Despina I enjoyed the part where they came up with the name of the fragrance. I am fascinated by the notes especially Patchouli being my favourite note. I have not tried anything by this house but would like to explore this house further. Thanks a lot from the UK

  • September 12, 2021 at 5:04 am
    Salem says:

    What a delightful read, one could really feel the connection between Despina and Pissara.
    The idea behind the fragrance is wonderful, and so seems to be the fragrance itself. What’s there not to like about tea accord, peach, vanilla and TUBEROSE? My favorite note of all. And the fact Anamcara is displaying it in a mild, friendly, spiritual facet, as opposed to sensual and seducing, makes me really curious. I really enjoyed the fact Pissara was so upfront and detailed in the reasons why she chose each individual note and accord for Anamcara.
    I love Splendiris by Parfums Dusita.
    I live in the EU.

  • September 12, 2021 at 5:29 am
    mleenstra says:

    I have been very lucky to try Anamcara already and I think Despina’s discussion is really spot on; it is a very welcoming and amicable.
    Personally I absolutely love the great quality petitgrain in this fragrance that shines through like a ray of sunlight. The vanilla is subtle, but comes through in the dry down like a comfort blanket.
    My favourite Dusita parfum is Le Sillage Blanc which is cool and green and in a sense Anamcara is the opposite of that fragrance with all its warmth and floral qualities, so would love to add it to my collection. Marit UK

  • September 12, 2021 at 7:38 am
    mirjamraabis says:

    Creating a fragrance engaging a whole community sounds very special. To be able to listen and consider opinions of people who might think completely differently – I think it extraordinary. And in the composition makes sense, it sounds really beautiful.
    I have not had a pleasure to actually smell Dusita fragrances yet (if virtually doesn´t count).
    Greetings from Estonia.

  • September 12, 2021 at 8:02 am
    Claumarchini says:

    Thank you Despina for this review of Anamcara and for the lovely and extremely interesting interview with Pissara! I knew about Anamcara but didn’t know exactly how the project started and it’s so nice that it wants to celebrate friendship. Noone better than Pissara could have interpreted this theme: she is such a pure and beautiful soul…even without knowing her personally (alas), you can tell by her work, by the cure and care she puts in her creations, the beautiful paintings she makes for each one of them and the choice to accompany each scent with a poem from her beloved father. I am a big fan and seriously love all her creations, though my favourite one is Moonlight in Chiangmai. Greetings from Italy

  • September 12, 2021 at 9:27 am
    frw says:

    The friendship between Pissara and Despina seems special as does this scent rooted in friendship. The “rainforest” concept is very cool and reminds me everything is interconnected. I haven’t worn any Parfuns Dusita yet and think this one sounds amazing! USA

  • September 12, 2021 at 9:30 am
    Mandys64 says:

    I loved everything in this interview. The emphase on friendship, the mix of poetry, the creative and emotional process. It’s without speaking of it’s note combination. I am in awe of pissara’s Creations, and this one will be the no different. So far my favourite are Erawan, La Douceur de Siam, Cavatina and Le Pavillon D’Or. But I still have some to try. Thank you for this incredible opportunity. From EU.

  • September 12, 2021 at 10:45 am
    INYA says:

    My favorite part of Despina’s article is the photo of the two little girls leaping from a wall. So happy, and absolutely trusting that the sand will protect their toes. One of my favs is Erawan. Thanks for this fabulous opportunity to sniff Anamcara. Mich USA

  • September 12, 2021 at 11:06 am
    Olya says:

    What a beautiful friendship and bond between two strong talented women. I loved Despina’s review and how intimate the conversation was, digging deep into he thoughts and emotions of the process behind the fragrance creation and the the description of the result makes me want to crave it.
    Friendship is a powerful beautiful thing!

  • September 12, 2021 at 11:50 am
    Xenia says:

    I loved the in depth but also fully of emotions and past experience (friendship) review and I really enjoyed the way Ms. Pissara described her creation. Greece. I haven’t tried any Dusita perfume yet

  • September 12, 2021 at 12:03 pm
    Maryjean says:

    This interview was so enjoyable. Pissara has such a beautiful soul. All of her fragrances have a special meaning to them, along with a poem written by her father. Her new fragrance is about Friendship,that special bond you share..The notes are beautiful. I’m sure this will be another Gem in her collection. I have sampled her line everything is wonderful. Thank you for this Chance. USA

  • September 12, 2021 at 12:07 pm
    roxhas1cat says:

    I need a fragrance with a sunny disposition with all that is going on right now. I loved the concept of the Eau my Soul fragrance done years ago now. We need to be reminded to renew our friendships and get those special moments back. Tea is the perfect note. I’m going to reach out to some friends I haven’t communicated with after reading this. My favorite of the line is Erawan. Thanks for the chance. US.

  • September 12, 2021 at 1:17 pm
    rachelng says:

    Despina! Wow! ❤️❤️❤️ What an amazing & gorgeous review! One can tell by your writing the strength of your friendship, admiration, & care. How beautiful. I Love so much the depth of your interview with Ms. Umavijani. The thing that really has me paying attention is the wonderful explanation of the accords. How wonderful would it be if the romantic perfume blurbs were instead these notes from the creator.

    I also love Dusita’s own breakdown of the perfume’s notes (it has me taking notes): “ The tea accord (redolent with peach and apricot, and a bit smoky on its own), once blended in the composition evokes to me the smell of infinitely elegant white tea, infused with dried fruits and flower petals. It brilliantly teases out the inherent fruitiness of the florals: the damascones of the rose, the mirabelle tones of the freesia, the citrusness of the orange flower, the banana vibes of the jasmine, the coconut tones of the tuberose.”
    I own Erawan, but will definitely explore more from Dusita! One can tell that Ms. Umavijani is a beautiful soul who whose art will be a joy to experience. ❤️ Thank you for this opportunity! USA

  • September 12, 2021 at 1:23 pm
    ElenaChiss says:

    Have not tried anything from Pissara, but I would love to start with Anamcara. Thank you for the interesting read.
    Europe

  • September 12, 2021 at 1:53 pm
    Dumi says:

    I like how all the perfumes from the house of Parfums Dusita are inspired by poetry and lyricism. Pissara having a rich heritage in poetry, it is only normal that her creations reflect this. If poetry uses words and figures of speech, these fragrances make use of beautiful flowers, rare woods and rich spices to create harmony one with another and to indulge our senses.

  • September 12, 2021 at 1:54 pm
    drjedi says:

    Enjoyed the interview Despina had with Pissara about Parfums Dusita Anamcara, and how the name Anamcara came about, as well as the evolution of notes in this perfume. The poem by Pissara’s father is so apt, we don’t appreciate the goodness and beauty in our lives, as it is disguised, and it’s value is only learned later. No experience with this brand, yet, but the bouquet of flowers in Parfums Dusita Anamcara sounds lovely. Thanks for the draw and review. From USA.

  • September 12, 2021 at 2:14 pm
    Uncle1979 says:

    Making Peach Cake with Mascarpone , and later eating it with friends in the garden, while drinking White Tea
    That’s what I imagined after reading Despina Veneti inviting interview with Pissara, and her take on Anamcara .
    For a long period of time I was curious about all the buzz around Parfums Dusita, praises basically everywhere.My impressions of the 4 i know now
    1. I like barnyard kind of oud , but civet bombs I can’t stand, so Oudh Infini is not my kind of perfume. Uber animalic fragrance
    2. Issara . Great fragrance – dry , woody and herbal. The tobacco in the base is so good. Leans masculine.
    3. La Douceur de Siam to me smells like apricot and frangipani dessert cake . It’s popular in some Asian countries. Pastry Chef in me can’t stay still.
    4. Erawan – green, woody and milky , slightly sweet. Another great fragrance
    I really like Issara, La Douceur de Siam and Erawan
    Appreciate the whole thing – the intro , the interview, and the review, plus the giveaway campaign
    USA

  • September 12, 2021 at 2:49 pm
    Celeste9612 says:

    I love how Pissara used the FB Fragrance group, Eau My Soul, to draw inspiration. I’m a member of the group and they feel like family. Right now I’m loving Splendiris. I live in Bozeman, Montana.

  • September 12, 2021 at 3:10 pm
    camilla says:

    I enjoyed both the poem and Pissaras explanations for the different notes. As a lover of the “difficult” tuberose it was very nice to hear Pissara explain her choice and vision for the use of such a prominent note. I agree with many others tjat it can be a difficult note, because of its inherent sexyness. In most of my favourite perfumes it doesn’t strike me as particularly sexy, which has to do with the time it plays. Alluring? Yes! Cloying and annoying? Not if the perfumer knows how to treat tuberose. Unfortunately quite a few don’t and it makes me sad as a tuberose-lover. I love how tuberose performs when blended to perfection and I would love to try this new offering from Dusita. It sounds so very promising and alluring to me. Unfortunately I haven’t been able to test any of the other Dusitas yet, but they are on my “disvovery kits to endulge in soon”- list and I’m so looking forward to experience them all.

  • September 12, 2021 at 4:13 pm
    cynthiaf says:

    How cool to read an interview with two friends about a fragrance created for a community of friends centered on their love of perfume. I love a good talk over tea and this fragrance sounds beautiful. I have not been able to try any Dusita perfumes. TX US

  • September 12, 2021 at 4:28 pm
    NCJayG says:

    I found the discussion of the both the inspiration for the scent and the considerations made in its development very interesting. I have not tried anything from their line, so this would be a first. I am in North Carolina USA

  • September 12, 2021 at 4:58 pm
    Bad Wolf says:

    That is truly a great piece of writing, dear Despina! I’m a huge Dusita admirer : Pissara has a way to make even the sultry powerhouse notes such as tuberose or galbanum seem luminous. Speaking of tuberose: Melodie de l’Amour is the first tuberose-centered perfume that I feel in love with. It has been one of my go-to perfumes this summer, I’ve worn the extraits almost exclusively along with Issara and Oudh Infini.

    Thank you for this interview, an insight into a perfumer’s creative process is very enlightening, especially when it comes to Parfums Dusita: I love the way Pissara talks about raw materials, she’s so passionate about them.I now wonder about the initial tea accord with the oolong note, sounds like something I’d love to try.

    Here’s hoping I get to have my own bottle of Anamcara very soon, one way or another. Fingers crossed.
    I’m from Russia

  • September 12, 2021 at 5:10 pm
    Lindsey says:

    Thank you for this beautiful review and interview. I am so happy that this perfume
    is getting so much love and attention, I am in the Facebook group and can attest that this place of friendship and the evolution of Anamcara. And of course the generosity of Pissara, she is such a talented and truly lovely human being. I was fortunate enough to get a small sample of this and can not wait to add it to my collection, it is so beautiful and truly a fragrance that moves your whole spirit. Thank you Despina for helping me to uncover the accords that make up Anamcara. If I had to talk about favorites so far from Dusita-they are all favorites- but probably Issara and Fleur de Lalita. Commenting from NY.

  • September 12, 2021 at 5:15 pm
    raisinred says:

    I loved how Despina’s review and discussion with Pissara delved into how the notes and accords of Anamcara were developed based on emotions and experiences, going beyond how the perfume smells to how it is meant to make the wearer feel connection and friendship. I unfortunately do not have a favorite perfume from Parfums Dusita as I have not yet been able to sample them, but plan to ask for a discovery kit for my upcoming birthday. I am in the US. Thank you for the wonderful review, interview, and giveaway!

  • September 12, 2021 at 5:18 pm
    Annatar says:

    Dear Despina, this might be one of your finest articles: not only because of the in-depth review of Anamcara (I was lucky to try it and I agree wholeheartedly with your praise), but also because we can witness the spirit of your friendship with Pissara in every word: she gives a lot of interviews, but there are certain things that one only says when they feel safe to speak their mind. I love the way she talks about her father and the importance of “carpe diem”.

    As I said, I have tried Anamcara and this was an instant love for me: the radiant bouquet (!) with fruity overtones is mindblowing. It’s a stunning perfume as it is and a must-try for any perfume aficionado. I’ll be sure to add it to my collection of Dusita perfumes: I already have and love Melodie de l’Amour, le Sillage Blanc, Splendiris, and Erawan.

    Thank you for the draw. Russia

  • September 12, 2021 at 5:33 pm
    Daphnelemon says:

    I’m always thrilled to see a new release by Dusita! So far I’ve tried Fleur de Lalita, le pavilion d’ or, la douceur de siam, moonlight in Chiangmai, and Issara. So far le pavilion d’or has been my fave, it’s definitely a compliment getter too. I love the way she blends ingredients, many of which are new to me, as well as the meditations on the facets of life through her father’s poetry. I can tell she puts a lot of intuition + thought into the creation of each one, and your interview about the process for Anamcara confirms that for me. Not taking friendships for granted, as well as making time to appreciate people’s help offered to me is part of my gratitude practice. I find it difficult to sit and do meditation, so instead I try to be more deeply present in the current moment. And especially present when good things are happening! I also loved reading about how Pissara sees nature as a friend to cherish (in the part about sandalwood) I live in the USA

  • September 12, 2021 at 6:34 pm
    Natalia306 says:

    Parfums Dusita Anamcara is meant to celebrate friendship, it

  • September 12, 2021 at 6:41 pm
    rachel says:

    I love the idea of friendship as an inspiration for a perfume and Pissara sounds like a wonderful person. I agree that we should try not to take each other for granted and to nourish out friendships as relationships are more valuable than gold. I haven’t tried Dussita yet but have had my eye on the brand for a while as they all sound magical.
    In USA

  • September 12, 2021 at 6:45 pm
    Natalia306 says:

    Love this description of Anamcara :”Contemplative yet optimistic, meditative but also exhilarating, Parfums Dusita Anamcara is as much a scent that reflects the complexity of friendship, as it is a fragrance that mirrors its creator’s poetic sensibility and life-brightening humanism”. Another beautiful creations from Pissara! So happy to read Despina’s interview with Pissara, best friends and beautiful Souls. My favorite “Moonlight in Shanghai” and “Fleur De Lalita” . USA

  • September 12, 2021 at 7:15 pm
    Barber82 says:

    True friendship is hard to find nowadays …
    Happy radiant fragrance , Anamcara I’m eager to try, florals, tea , patchouli and vetiver.
    Congrats to Pissara for all the rewards , and recognition, and for her decision to use mostly natural ingredients. Also congrats to Despina for her fine work today.
    Not sure it’s my favorite Parfums Dusita fragrance , because only know one , but Splendiris is a top quality scent. Saw a video of Mr. Yara reviewing it on YouTube, and ordered a sample from Luckyscent , when I finished it bought the 3×7.5ml travel set. I personally really like Splendiris, try it if you like powdery, waxy iris.
    Thanks Pissara , Despina and Cafleurebon
    Positivity all the way
    USA

  • September 12, 2021 at 10:27 pm
    Joyjoy says:

    I love how the reviewer spoke of her friendship with Pissara, especially because the fragrance is an ode to friendship, it seems fitting that the review includes their interview, and I love what Pissara said of the message she is trying to communicate with Anamcara, “ is to enjoy friendship and life as they come, take nothing or no-one for granted, and show appreciation to friends while they’re still around…”
    Beautiful!
    I have yet to try a fragrance from Dusita, as there are no Dusita stockists, here in Springdale, Arkansas.
    Thank you for the opportunity to win this beautiful fragrance.

  • September 12, 2021 at 10:41 pm
    kalexander1710 says:

    I love that the tea accord was used to bring about coziness and the familiarity of spending time with friends. I feel the same about tea notes, they just make me feel so cozy and it’s comforting. I also love that there’s Madagascar vanilla because it’s a note I usually enjoy in my fragrances. I haven’t tried any Parfums Desita fragrances before. St. Louis, MO

  • September 13, 2021 at 12:24 am
    FC says:

    Parfums Dusita Anamcara name is aptly chosen, given the group that inspired the creation. I particularly like the inclusion of tea note in the composition as I enjoy it and it seems tea note is making an appearance in lot of perfumes. My favorite from Dusita is Oudh Infini. I am in USA.

  • September 13, 2021 at 1:51 am
    Laurentiu says:

    I enjoyed this review/interview and liked most this last part: The message I ultimately tried to communicate with Anamcara is to enjoy friendship and life as they come, take nothing or no-one for granted, and show appreciation to friends while they’re still around…

    Thank you!
    Europe

  • September 13, 2021 at 2:40 am
    Lolis says:

    Friendship, human warmth translated into a cozy fragrance , balanced green ambery tuberose, jasmine acord, friendly calming woodiness,nutty vetiver,a touch of gourmandish vanilla,Anamcara seem to be joy in a bottle!With friendship from Romania!

  • September 13, 2021 at 3:14 am
    lilacdays says:

    Many thanks for this draw. What I enjoyed most about this interview was the interview with Pissara herself. My favourite from Dusita is Melodie de l’Amour which is my favourite white flower scent. I live in France, E.U.

  • September 13, 2021 at 5:00 am
    simo975g says:

    It was very interesting to hear how Pissara structured the composition with 3 main accords. The tea accord sounds particularly complex and delicious.
    I live in Denmark, EU

  • September 13, 2021 at 7:14 am
    ANDREEA ELENA TIMOFTE says:

    ….”raw material nourishes and adorns citruses, fruits, tea and flowers, lending a suavely gourmand character to the fragrance.”
    Really curious, really expect it to be magical…I like tuberose, jasmine, vanilla…
    “The message I ultimately tried to communicate with Anamcara is to enjoy friendship and life as they come, take nothing or no-one for granted, and show appreciation to friends while they’re still around…”said Pissara Umavijani an she describes ingredients so naturally, it is obvious that it is in her nature.
    I love the celebration of FRIENDSHIP !!!! We should always celebrate it!!!
    This article made me reconnect with some old friends, thank you.
    I never tried Parfums Dusita, I live in London, UK.

  • September 13, 2021 at 7:36 am
    Phyllis Iervello says:

    I had the pleasure of meeting Pissara at Parfums Dusita salon during a trip to Paris in late 2019 when she had just finished the creation of her wonderful Le Pavillon d’Or. that fragrance will always be special to me. I have all of her perfumes and look forward to also having Anamcara in the near future.

  • September 13, 2021 at 8:55 am
    Christie says:

    I absolutely loved this interview. Despina, when I read the description of your friendship with Pissara I can understand why you both chose the name Anamcara because you absolutely seem like Soul Friends.

    From Pissara’s thought process in creating Amancara, to her down to earth answer as to why she chose the particular poem of her father’s to use as inspiration, I felt myself smiling. When she said “sharing emotions with another person is precious” I understood what this fragrance was going to be like. It’s going to be like a hug in a bottle. Who could not want to try this? I must win this or own this. So far my favorite fragrance from Dusita is Melodie de l’Amour. It’s a very happy scent for me and truly makes my day better. I’m going to re-read this interview it makes my heart feel uplifted. Thank you both. In the USA.

  • September 13, 2021 at 9:02 am
    Gary B. says:

    Everything about this review was so lovely. Cheers to Friends. They are jewels.
    I am familiar with Dusita and own oudh infini which I love. This ANAMCARA seems like it’s opposite and a nice gift fit my wife.
    Thank you for the chance
    USA Michigan

  • September 13, 2021 at 9:34 am
    xoe says:

    What a beautiful story of friendship. I loved both sides of the interview, Despina’s and Pissara’s. I haven’t had the pleasure of trying any of Parfums Dusita fragrances. The one I have been dying to try is Erawan. I am in the US.

  • September 13, 2021 at 9:35 am
    Ine says:

    Nice to know, that Pissara made a fragrance inspired on the facebook group that I enjoy so much! And friendship for life is a good base for a perfume 🙂
    I enjoyed reading this interview with Pissara and Despina, with their visible passion for perfumes and how Anamcara was ‘born’.
    I am sure all the Dusita perfumes have been made with a lot of love. So far I only tried her La Douceur de Siam (a perfume full of happiness). I hope to win this new scent, since I am fond of all its notes (and soul). I am in Europe (Netherlands)

  • September 13, 2021 at 9:35 am
    platinumdust says:

    I really loved how Pissara described what the ingredients in Anamcara meant to her and how they related back to friendship as the theme. My favorite Dusita is Anamcara, as I haven’t yet had the pleasure of trying more than 1 other fragrance from the brand. Located in California, USA.
    Good luck to everyone and thank you for the wonderful giveaway!

  • September 13, 2021 at 9:48 am
    Cyndi says:

    What a beautiful ode to friendship! And I got a little verklempt at reading how you met at your apartment for lunch…such a small and normal act, but now a cherished and rare event with COVID, and living far away from some of my dear friends…A floral with vanilla *and* a tea accord?? And blood orange is one of my favorite perfume notes – It sounds truly lovely.

  • September 13, 2021 at 12:02 pm
    realtyisme says:

    Thank you Despina for allowing me to better understand Pissara’s influences that developed this fragrance based on friendship. The thought of friendship brings an inner warmth and joy to my soul. Whether it has been when I’ve attained elation at the mountain peaks or in the deepest, darkest valleys of life, the value of my friendships are priceless and have brought (and continue to bring) joy that is beyond words. To define these times in a fragrance warms my heart.
    Looking forward to experiencing this fragrance. USA

  • September 13, 2021 at 12:14 pm
    Naomi says:

    Perfume is so often associated with romance, but how interesting to devote it to friendship. I am curious about the softened tuberose note and the “rainforest” accord. Fun to hear from Despina about the development of the fragrance from early samples to finished perfume. Overall this sounds absolutely lovely, and I would love to try it!
    Boston area

  • September 13, 2021 at 12:50 pm
    DulciusExAsperis says:

    Oh I would absolutely love to try this one! My current favorite from the line is Douceur de Siam but I also really love Erawan. I think my favorite part of the interview was when Pissara expressed, “friendship does not exist among humans only. I’ve seen it happen between species, and I further believe that all of us need to be friends with Nature.” I completely agree! And what a beautiful sentiment. I’m in the USA.

  • September 13, 2021 at 1:12 pm
    constancesuze says:

    I loved this review- I’ve always kept more to myself (with a few close friends) but the past 1-2 years have really shown me how much joy all of my friends bring to my life. How lovely to have a scent inspired by that.
    I haven’t had the opportunity to try any Dusita fragrances yet, but I’ve a lot on my to try list.
    I’m in the US

  • September 13, 2021 at 3:13 pm
    joshuabrian says:

    Great review and writing! Pissara seems lovely and very knowledgeable and passionate about her craft. Thanks for the draw. From Indianapolis, Indiana.

  • September 13, 2021 at 3:25 pm
    emorandeira says:

    I LOVE when Despina makes a Direct relation between fruits and flowers… The banana vibe of Jasmine or the coconut vibe of tuberoses.
    Regarding the interview I LOVE the parte when pissara explains why has she choosen these notes.
    My favourite Dusita perfume is Melodie de L’amour, a very nice tuberoses perfume, one of the BEST that I know.
    My name is Edgar (parfum_sindromico) and I live in Tenerife, Spain (EU).

  • September 13, 2021 at 5:26 pm
    Vahagn says:

    Love Pissara and Dusita perfumes very much!! Her beauty and kindness reflect in her perfumes!
    Smoky peach, sandalwood, tea – optimistic and meditative – sounds amazing! I would love to win this perfume.
    USA

  • September 13, 2021 at 5:59 pm
    wandering_nose says:

    Pissara’s youngest baby sounds like an outstanding creation – delicate, uplifting, relaxing and extremely well blended. I am a fan of anything that becomes a flagship scent of Eau My Soul so very happy to be able to read more about Anamcara here. I like how Despina and Pissara are ‘reading’ the fragrance both in terms of universal values embedded within friendship and how the fragrance develops on Despina’s skin. This itself shows they care for each other. Last but not least, I adore that they spared a separate chapter to talk about the woody aspect of the fragrance. And I admit the woods used in the composition have me sold on Anamcara. I would love to try it. Of the Dusita fragrances I tried my favorite is La Douceur de Siam. Thank you from Ireland, EU

  • September 13, 2021 at 8:11 pm
    Trinity33 says:

    I love Pissara’s inspiration for Anamcara. So many people have lost loved ones recently and the admonition to take nothing and no one for granted and to appreciate people while they’re still here is a poignant one. The note list tells me this is going to be an uplifting, happy hopeful fragrance. Thank you for the interview, Despina and for the breakdown and explanation of the notes. My favorite Parfums Dusita is Oudh Infini. I’m in MD, USA.

  • September 13, 2021 at 10:23 pm
    annamofinegold says:

    I had the fun opportunity to send in a name via text the incredible Eau My Soul Facebook group. Though my name wasn’t chosen, I loved that Pissara graciously invited us all to let our imaginations run wild with the themes she presented- namely “friendship”.
    Now that I see what she has used to create the perfume- I can say confidently that this sounds so beautiful and smell of the sweet and genuine splendor of true friendship.
    I cannot wait to smell it. I love the “tea accord” that she spoke of on a recent FB live- the pettigrain in particular caught my attention.
    I love both Dusita perfumes and the Eau My Soul group and this collab is just full of love, and I’m dying to smell it!

  • September 13, 2021 at 10:27 pm
    annamofinegold says:

    So sorry! I forgot to add in my comment: I live in Dallas, TX and my favorite perfume of Dusita one of my all-time favorite perfumes:
    The great beauty that is Fleur Dr Lalita!!!!

  • September 14, 2021 at 1:22 am
    Tveta says:

    I totally agree with what Pissara wrote as an conclusion to this interview: The message I ultimately tried to communicate with Anamcara is to enjoy friendship and life as they come, take nothing or no-one for granted, and show appreciation to friends while they’re still around…
    Thank you for all your work and your beautiful poems and words that are a companion to your creations!

  • September 14, 2021 at 3:11 am
    sav17 says:

    Anamcara sounds beautiful. I love how Despina described the notes- the tea being an elegant white infused with dried fruits and flower petals, banana vibes from jasmine, and coconut tones from tuberose. The addition of vanilla makes it sounds really comforting. My favorite Dusita fragrance is Erawan; it’s so warm, comforting, and unique. Thank you for the opportunity. I live in the USA.

  • September 14, 2021 at 3:29 am
    dapazin says:

    This was a GREAT read! I loved the review that Despina wrote, but I especially loved the interview! I always try to track down interviews with the perfumers because every single one of them offers a unique insight into the perfume creation, which inspires me, in a way, to try out my hand with the perfume making. It was a great read! As for Parfums Dusita fragrances, I tried Issara and Erawan, I thought they were great! But I really want to try Oud Infini, since I’m a sucker for animalistic ouds and musks! Anamcara doesn’t sound animalistic, but it sounds DIVINE! I live in Croatia, EU!

  • September 14, 2021 at 5:13 am
    Flory89 says:

    Contemplative yet optimistic, meditative but also exhilarating, Parfums Dusita Anamcara is as much a scent that reflects the complexity of friendship, as it is a fragrance that mirrors its creator’s poetic sensibility and life-brightening humanism.

    This seems like it was created for me for I am a contemplative person, with a mysterious aura of nostalgia.

    Thank you!

  • September 14, 2021 at 8:15 am
    Jeremi says:

    I enjoyed the stories behind this fragrance the most and I enjoyed the entire discussion. My favorite Dusita fragrance is Oudh Infini. I live in Poland, EU.

  • September 14, 2021 at 9:32 am
    Jurate says:

    I love to read reviews like this. Thank you Despina for this great interview. In depth, beautiful description makes you look at the particular creation of the perfumer as more special. You read what was the idea behind, inspiration, passion and it intrigues and excites you.
    Sadly I don’t own any of Dusita perfumes, nor ever smelled it any but heard great things about the brand and it’s gorgeous perfumes.
    UK.

  • September 14, 2021 at 9:35 am
    kirisekii says:

    This was a beautiful review. The fragrance sounds very cheerful and bright, and it should vanish the autumn blues. I am very curious to try it since I really appreciate the creations of Pissara. The idea of making a perfume for a community is very interesting, and I like to know how the perfumer imagines the friendship smells. I have many favorites, but if I needed to choose just one, I would go for Issara, love it a lot. I live in the EU.

  • September 14, 2021 at 2:16 pm
    jmmcmenamin says:

    I’m excited about all the notes in this scent. Dusita is a new-ish fragrance to me, and this wonderfully in-depth interview did its job and more in making me want to try some of their fragrances.
    In Louisiana, USA.

  • September 14, 2021 at 4:31 pm
    Dosva says:

    Very interesting interview!!! Pissara seems to me very kind and beautiful person!!
    Would love to test this beautiful new release which is combined with tea, peach, tuberose, patchouli and sandalwood notes!
    Love Issara from Dusita – amazing lavander!
    US

  • September 14, 2021 at 4:50 pm
    Vlach says:

    I enjoyed most how the interview brought forward all those ideas and intention put into this scent. Fascinating, thank you! Havent tried Dusita fragrances so far.

    Living in the EU

  • September 14, 2021 at 4:54 pm
    RonaldJ says:

    Thank you for this great review and interesting interview with Pissara.

    My partner and I were friends for a decade before we started dating. We have many things in common, but our choice of fragrances are quite different.
    Reading Despina’s description I would say this is perfect for my partner who tends to choose tuberose-centered scents with accords of fruitiness.
    But when Pissara talks about Indonesian Patchouli and Real Oakmoss, she grabs my attention and makes me want to wear this as well!

    The only fragrance I have of Parfums Dusita is Issara which is an amazing fougère beyond any comparison!

    Greetings from the UK!

  • September 14, 2021 at 5:52 pm
    MikeJ says:

    I’ve recently saw her in an interview such a beautiful soul… Congratulations on the new line!!! Thanks Cafleurebon & Despina for the review & helping with the beginning… What a honor!!! Love the story taking no-one for granted & show appreciation to friends that are still here!! Madagascar vanilla that she added personally for gourmand feeling!!! Thanks again Cafleurebon & good luck everyone!!!

  • September 14, 2021 at 6:32 pm
    mdellaroc says:

    I love their friendship and interests in each others work. It is interesting to hear what people think of when trying to create a specific idea in perfume. In maryland

  • September 14, 2021 at 10:28 pm
    Dubaiscents says:

    I always enjoy a tuberose scent and I love the fact that this was developed specifically for and with the suggestions of a perfume group. Dusita has some of the most amazing scents, my current favorite is moonlight in Chiangmai. I would love to try this one. US

  • September 15, 2021 at 1:31 am
    Fragrance Capital says:

    Anamcara, the scent of friendship is one of the most attractive ideas I have ever know for a fragrance. By Anamcara, Pissara linked also her fragrance to Mother Earth in a wonderful way to give the complete definition of friendship. I got the message and I hope to get the scent as well through this nice draw. Thank you Despina for this interesting article. Cheers from Sarajevo, BiH.

  • September 15, 2021 at 2:35 am
    zangle12 says:

    Loved the insight on the premiering of Pissara’s new fragrance release written in Despina’s review. Can’t wait to put my nose on it. I enjoy Moonlight In Chiangmai and live in Texas, USA.

  • September 15, 2021 at 4:49 am
    DuftHochZwei says:

    Issara is my favourite which I own and adore. I’m familiar with most others of the brand and can’t find one I dislike. Now I am especially curious on the tuberose. The way you describe it, not overwhelming and connected to the woods, is exactly what I am looking for. Nuit Bakélite comes close. So I’d love to win this to Germany, thanks for the draw!

  • September 15, 2021 at 10:34 am
    IvanVelikov says:

    Erawan i had my eyes on , and finally decided to pull the trigger , when I found out you can get 7.5 ml Parfums Dusita travel sprays. I’ve been to Erawan National Park, and the enigmatic Erawan waterfall, and also to Erawan Museum in Bangkok.Since the fragrance was made to emulate the whole Erawan experience, the result of Pissara work is just magical. Must have.
    Anamcara and Erawan do have the same vibe to me , full of the joy and amity fragrances , to me that’s more than enough , I’ll find a sample.
    Thank for the giveaway , Despina review was like a true poem of enjoyment
    USA , rarely Paris France

  • September 15, 2021 at 12:20 pm
    MarkMarkMark678 says:

    Such a beautiful story and background to this fragrance.
    Truly touching to think of a fragrance of a reminder of the people you care most about in your life.
    The bond of true friendship can be an amazingly powerful one, because after some time, your friends truly become your family.
    Not by coincidence, happenstance or even blood, but by choice.
    You choose to care for and love this person.
    That is powerful.

    I loved how she took all these smaller notes and combined them to create a larger accord as in the case of tuberose, where she surrounded it with night-blooming jasmine, may rose, orange flower, ambrette seed to create what she called “Bouquet”
    I don’t know how perfumery is usually done but that sounds absolutely gorgeous.

    I have been seeing this house talked about constantly, but unfortunately I’ve never had the opportunity to sample anything.

    I live in Houston Texas.

  • September 15, 2021 at 1:57 pm
    wallygator88 says:

    Thank you for the beautiful review and the poignant interview with the perfumer Despina.

    I think the interview with the perfumer was what touched me the most. I loved reading about all the different accords and the thought that went into building this composition.

    I’ve read in a previous CFB article about the perfumer’s father writing poetry. I think the essence of this fragrance is captured in the story of her fathers friend publishing his poem after his passing. That touched me a lot.

    I have never smelt anything from this house and would love to.

    Cheers from WI, USA

  • September 15, 2021 at 2:05 pm
    Emily says:

    Before encountering Dusita I never thought of myself as particularly drawn to florals. Pissara’s impeccable creations have converted me. Beyond her compositions & extraordinary materials, unimpeachable as they are, what truly draws me to these fragrances is the joy & love that emanates from each of them. So far the only full bottle I own is Erawan. To me it is as sacred as the forest sanctuary she named it after. Over the last couple of years its magical soothing properties have proven necessary & medicinal. Somehow she successfully imbued it with kindness.

    So can’t wait to sniff a Dusita fragrance inspired by friendship! Already adore tuberose & tea so this is a no-brainer but am fascinated by the collaborative process laid out in the interview.

    I live in Brooklyn, NYC, US, & can’t wait to bury my nose in what is sure to be another feat of mystic beauty.

  • September 15, 2021 at 2:25 pm
    Diana D says:

    I have sampled one or two Dusita fragrances and they were beautiful. I really love the floral notes in Anamcara -rose, tuberose and jasmine of my absolute favorites.
    I live in the US.

  • September 15, 2021 at 4:28 pm
    Jane Elisabeth says:

    I really enjoyed the description of the woodiness of the fragrance. It does sound “bewitching”. I love La Douceur de Siam. The Netherlands.

  • September 15, 2021 at 11:06 pm
    Nina Savino says:

    Despina had me at Blood Orange and Tuberose

    Upstate NY USA

  • September 15, 2021 at 11:27 pm
    mewrada says:

    I’m always excited when hearing about a new release from Parfum Dusita! I enjoyed reading the interview. It gave me an in-depth story of Anamcara and why Pissara chose materials to compose her new creation.
    My current favourite is Erawan. It’s surprisingly sweet on me.
    I live in Denmark. Fingers crossed!

  • September 15, 2021 at 11:37 pm
    sephrenia300 says:

    Wonderful review Despina! What I enjoyed most about it was learning about Pissara’s thought process behind using tuberose, a note often associated with seduction and sensuality, considering the theme of friendship. I really like what she expressed about wanting to show the friendlier, relaxed, more comforting and accessible side of tuberose. As tuberose is a note I generally find challenging, a little too cloying, despite my general love for other white florals, her description and considered composition make me very eager to give this one a try. Perhaps this is the fragrance that will convert me into a tuberose lover!

    I have only tried a couple of Parfums Dusita fragrances but my favorite would have to be Issara. The bracing and pungent sage and pine combine with rich tobacco and woody, aromatic vetiver and oakmoss, to produce a truly realistic scent of a fragrant forest’s many charms. I live in the US.

  • September 15, 2021 at 11:55 pm
    helenlam says:

    This perfume really sounds beautiful, and really up my alley with the tuberose and tea. I really enjoyed the story and the discussion notes/interview though! The fact that this perfume was meant to celebrate friendship and that Despina was able to give input as a friend makes it sound super special! The poem is a lovely touch to show the inspiration. I’ve never tried anything from this house before so I’d definitely be excited to win it. I live in the USA. Thanks for the giveaway!

  • September 16, 2021 at 3:06 am
    Vanillander65 says:

    I love the name “Anamcara” and I think it is just perfect. A couple of years ago, I read about it in a book and its meaning has remained with me. I wish to have that sometime.
    I have not tried yet any of the Dusita fragrances, but I’m intrigued and I would love to do it someday. Thank you for this beautiful interview!
    I live in the EU.

  • September 16, 2021 at 5:52 am
    varmintleo says:

    I most love the warmth that comes across from your friendship with each other. Pissara really listens to the perfume community and exemplifies her belief in ‘show[ing] appreciation to friends while they’re still around.’

  • September 16, 2021 at 6:06 am
    varmintleo says:

    I most love the warmth that comes across from your friendship with each other. Pissara really listens to the perfume community and exemplifies her belief in ‘show[ing] appreciation to friends while they’re still around.’ I’m in the UK.

  • September 16, 2021 at 6:42 am
    JulietteC says:

    I love Pissara’s creations, they are absolutely dizzying. Especially her florals have left a deep imprint in my olfactory memory, La Douceur de Siam, Fleur de Lalita and Melodie d’Amour being my favorites so far. I also like Spendiris, as a huge powdery – puff lover. I would be more than enchanted to be able to smell Anamcara, especially as it celebrates my favorite white flower, tuberose, and one of the most precious gifts in life – friendship!

    This was a very, very interesting fact to learn from Pissara in this friendly chat with Despina: “vetiver is also important; I used both fractionated (a bit nutty and clean), and non-isolated Haitian (earthy and humid)”, because I am very curious about the bewitching, woodiness described by Despina.

    I live in Europe and I really thank you (Pissara Umavijani and Parfums Dusita & Cafleurbon team) for this chance!

  • September 16, 2021 at 11:17 am
    Manuel says:

    It is always wonderful to enjoy Pissara’s creations alongside her father’s poetry. My favorite for special occasions is Oudh Infini, but I use the usual Erawan fragrance. I live in Spain

  • September 16, 2021 at 2:44 pm
    dsantiago02 says:

    Thank you so much for this giveaway. As I read Pissara’s interview answers, I could sense how genuinely involved she is with this beautiful creation and meaning. I was immediately blown away when I was gifted a sample of this beautiful creation, and I’d be honored to have this in my collection. My favorite Dusita fragrance is Melodie d’un Amour, but I have Douceur de Siam instead. Moonlight in Chiangmai would’ve been my next purchase, if this one wouldn’t have been released. This one is highly cherished in my heart and soul.

  • September 16, 2021 at 3:09 pm
    redwheelbarrow says:

    I love this collaboration and the fact that this fragrance based on friendship was built from a wonderful community of fragrance lovers when we really need it. The tea note sounds incredible. I have not yet tried any of Dusita’s fragrances because I am afraid I will fall madly in love and lose control of my wallet. But this sounds so wonderful I may have to take the plunge. Thank you for the draw. From the US.

  • September 16, 2021 at 3:13 pm
    Gig84 says:

    I don’t have experience with most Parfums Dusita fragrances , so reading about Anamcara in such details was really interesting.The way both Despina , and Pissara described it , it makes me think it would be calming and relaxing fragrances , capable of putting me in a zen mode.
    Working way too much lately , definitely not in a good mood, and I need a Zen fragrance , so bottle of Anamcara would be a dream come true , floral tea fragrances, peach , vanilla and some woody feel.
    Keep your friendship alive, no matter what.
    Issara is my favorite Parfums Dusita fragrance
    Thanks for the draw
    Germany for undisclosed period of time

  • September 16, 2021 at 3:24 pm
    andypanayiotou27 says:

    Great discussion! I really enjoyed finding out the Pissara’s mindset behind the woody/earthy accord. Also the origin of the name is heartwarming.
    Unfortunately, I haven’t been able to smell any of the house’s scents yet.
    I live in Cyprus.

  • September 16, 2021 at 3:52 pm
    Mai says:

    I enjoyed learning the meanings behind some of the notes used to create the scent. La Douceur de Siam Has been my favorite so far. From United States.

  • September 16, 2021 at 3:54 pm
    petergigov says:

    You’ve got a friend in me
    You’ve got a friend in me
    You got troubles, I’ve got ’em too
    There isn’t anything I wouldn’t do for you
    We stick together and see it through
    ‘Cause you’ve got a friend in me
    You’ve got a friend in me

    Somehow I’m thinking about Pissara being inspired not just by Christi Long FB group, but also by my niece favorite song
    Top quality tea , peach and cedar I can’t go wrong with.
    Now there’s two evergreens , Randy Newman “You’ve Got a Friend in Me” , and the new Anamcara .
    Moonlight In Chiangmai and Issara in my opinion are the best Parfums Dusita perfumes
    Exiting giveaway.USA
    Regards

  • September 16, 2021 at 4:23 pm
    Deso says:

    Great discussion. I like the way the fragrance was created, how the poem was chosen, and the concept of friendship. My favourite Dusita perfume is Issara – it makes me feel comfortable 🙂 I live in EU (Bulgaria).

  • September 16, 2021 at 4:46 pm
    Marija says:

    I really enjoyed the interview and it was enlightening to read how Pissara chose specific ingredients and why.

    I tried the sample of this perfume and found it intoxicatingly addictive. This is only the third fragrance from Parfums Dusita that I’ve tried but definitely a new favourite!

    Greetings from the UK

  • September 16, 2021 at 5:39 pm
    Brian says:

    Despina’s description of this fragrance causes me to want to try this fragrance. I enjoyed hearing about the tea accord with its fruitiness, the woody accord, and the floral aspect of it too. Despina’s interview with Pissara gave a lot of insight into the fragrance, and I found it to be inspiring to someone who might want to become a perfumer. I haven’t tried anything yet from Parfums Dussita. I live in MD., U.S.A.

  • September 16, 2021 at 8:56 pm
    Virginia Francisco-Truett says:

    Excellent! This is a lovely and happy fragrance. Just like the group.

  • September 16, 2021 at 9:44 pm
    Lora Vencill says:

    I really enjoyed the sample I received and reading all the different scent notes and ingredients makes me appreciate it even more!

  • September 16, 2021 at 10:05 pm
    Bubeto_GG says:

    Hands down, THE BEST Cafleurebon article for the past month , month and a half
    Impressive job Despina . I’ve learned a lot of new things about your “Soul Friend” , how Anamcara was created, the tribute to Christi Long Facebook group called “Eau My Soul” , and all cozy ingredients. She was also Cafleurebon contributor for a long time , i remember her reviews .
    The white tea, dried fruits, chocolatey patchouli, sandalwood , and special madagascar vanilla to balance the fragrance.
    Alive and cheerful fragrance is what I’m expecting.
    Parfums Dusita discovery set is in my possession, and my favorite Dusita fragrance is Erawan , closely followed by Splendiris , and then comes Issara.
    Awesome opportunity, thanks
    Back and forth between USA and Scotland, two weeks in US -> two weeks in Scotland, and so on. Basically both USA and UK at the same time

  • September 17, 2021 at 3:01 am
    Yen Lin says:

    Love the friendship underlying this interview of a fragrance inspired by friendship that takes nothing for granted! Beautiful soothing yet complex sounding notes – can’t wait to try this! from London

  • September 19, 2021 at 12:23 am
    Sherin Thomas says:

    I love touberose and when I see a touberose I want it.
    I am from Eu Bucharest Romania Europe

  • September 19, 2021 at 2:48 pm
    Andrei Artimon says:

    I absolutely love Dusita have been discovering the perfumes this year. I am very excited for this perfume especially about joy and friendship. I like the sound of the tea accord linking into the other ingredients and making them bloom. I was very moved by reading Pissara’s Fathers estranged friend was the one who published his work. I am in the Usa and have everything crossed!

  • September 20, 2021 at 12:53 pm
    Julie82 says:

    I loved hearing about how the friendship concept and note suggestions we made from the Facebook group evolved and blossomed into the sophisticated perfume I was lucky enough to sample.









 





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