The name refers to the place and the year marking the period when patchouli first entered the west. No more coromandel, no serge lutens borneo 1834, no il profumo patchouli noir, no keiko mecheri patchoulissime, no tom ford purple patchouli and no prada in the pink box. Borneo 1834 recalls for me a train journey to the coast on a visit to japan with dear friends some time ago. It has jagged, green leaves with small white flowers. Instead of a heavy, sweet, gourmand fragrance, which the house certainly can do if so desired, this is more of an intellectual fragrance if i may put it that way. Patchouli has always been a staple in my perfumerie, and i spent much of my teenage years reeking of 99p spiritual sky a dark brown pungent scent that stained your wrists brownyyellow not unlike iodine and announced presence at. This fragrance contains scents of galbanum, cardamom, white flowers, patchouli, french labdanum, and cocoa. Borneo 1834 s camphor note does not spoil the fragrance, and borneo stands quite ably on its own as a rather addictive combination of fresh patchouli and raw cacao that is unlike any of my other fragrances.
People fawing all over this scent have clearly never worn hippiewitchy oils that have that same i am marinating in patchouli essence as borneo 1834. Dec 2, 2012 serge lutens borneo 1834 cologne for men with years of history behind it, the borneo 1834 still remains as one of the best mens colognes out there. As i mentioned before, i am unable to pull off angel as often i would liked to, so for me this is a positive development. Sep 21, 2015 give white patchouli a try if you like patchouli flroals.
Inspired by vintage parisian elegance, borneo 1834 is a stunning mixture of sophistication and effortless style. Borneo 1834 by serge lutens understood the very essence of the kind of man who needs to gravitate attention while at the same time equalling out the confidence and charm of a demanding professional setting. As a matter of fact, kalimantan is the indonesian part of borneo, or in. Introduced to the public in 2005, this exotic fragrance offers hints of patchouli. Id buy floaty skirts with mirrors and sequins, joss sticks and neat, raw patchouli oil. You can also discover how givaudan perfumers are creating disruptive and innovative fragrances with it. Oct 12, 2014 i love patch and have a lot of different ones.
Borneo 1834 serge lutens perfume a fragrance for women. Serge lutens borneo 1834 autumnal patchouli for a rainy day. Dark chocolate and earthy patchouli are shot through with cardamom, ginger and liquorice. The notes of patchouli, cardamom, white flowers, galbanum, cacao, and french labdanum combine in an intoxicating swirl of spicy and sweet with a whiff of gourmand. At the geographic centre of maritime southeast asia, in relation to major indonesian islands, it is located north of java, west of sulawesi, and east of sumatra. I know that patchouli is not a universally adored smell though. The essence of thick soil makes it hoarse and silent, and it is the same life as the mother of the earth.
The name patchouli originates from a word in tamil, the southern indian language, paccilai, which means green leaf. There have been a number of postmortems on that claiming nahema to be avantgarde, ahead of. Mar 03, 2015 mar 3, 2015 serge lutens borneo 1834 cloche. Dark earth seques into patchouli, which is the underpinning of borneo 1834. The top notes shock like vapours from a glass of rum. Angel garden of stars scents are strangely expensive. Zino by davidoff, chanel coromandel, lutens borneo 1834. The hot wind that stuns senses upon the first inhale whips up a scintillating cloud of patchouli, which settles slowly in swirling patternsone moment, it is a sweet golden not earthy patchouli, the next, it is a. Originally a natural moth repellent, it was slipped into the center of rolls of silk from indonesia before the sumptuous scent was discovered by the elegant ladies of paris in 1834. Borneo describes the distance between you and the exotic. We will never sell or release your email address without your approval. From the first whiff i had of it, i knew i was doomed. Retailers may lump it with the feminines, but its unisex.
Kalimantan is the thirdlargest island in the world and the largest in asia. Although it shares similarities of tone with serge lutens wonderful borneo 1834, there is none of borneo s oriental richness. While borneo strikes me as very masculine, hardedged and. Serge lutens borneo 1834 a woody chypre with notes of indonesian patchouli, floral notes, galbanum, patchouli, cacao accord, mahogany, ebony, cardamom, and ciste labdanum. Yet the two fragrances, winking both at yet another patchouli ladden beauty, borneo 1834 by lutens, bear the proud insignia of hard partying and bohemian airs which a rich, decadent patchouli heart knows how to provide so well. Serge lutens borneo 1834 is a dark smoky fragrance that took me back in time more vividly than any photo. Originally a natural moth repellent, it was slipped into the centre of rolls of silk from indonesia before the. Borneo 1834 by serge lutens is a oriental woody fragrance for women and men. Borneo 1834 is one of my three favourites from the lutens exclusives. Serge lutens borneo 1834 cologne for men with years of. Aug 30, 2005 the notes include indonesian patchouli, white flowers, cardamom, camphor, cistus, galbanum, cannabis resin, cocoa accord. Borneo 1834 cologne by serge lutens, an exotic woody oriental, borneo 1834 from serge lutens is ideal for cool autumn days and chilly winter nights.
This woody oriental introduced in 2005 is a powerful, evocative reminder of exotic ports of call. Patchouli previously had been as popular with me as say, garlic toast to count dracula or dresses with backs and fronts to paris hilton. In 1834, when european ladies saw the patchouli essential oil for the first time, those golden precious liquids let them know what bitterness is. Sheldrake is responsible for another gingerbreadinflected fragrance in the lutens line, borneo 1834 for 100ml edp. Borneo 1834 is of course so much more than a patchouli scent. When i am wearing serge lutens perfume borneo 1834 it gives me a feeling of the other way around. Eine insel, ein datum verweisen darauf, wie patschuli in europa entdeckt wurde. Providing underlying scents that blend together for a powerful impact, you can wear borneo 1834 like you would a good suit with confidence.
Review borneo 1834 by serge lutens designed by christopher shaldrake and launched in 2005 oriental woody fragrance for women and men. While the price for one 50ml serge lutens borneo 1834 perfume is 89euro, montale patchouli leaves 100ml perfume is 75 euro. Oh, and both perfumes are an interesting take on patchouli. Serge lutens borneo 1834 is such a combination, but there is a world of difference. Buy serge lutens borneo 1834 decanted fragrances and. Apparently the gentry were so taken with the exotic herbal patchouli that they soon started using it in their homes, and wearing patchouli oil as scent. It is an incredibly dark dry scent, opening with a shocking blast of bitter cocoa powder, and what. Borneo 1834 refers to the place and the year when england and europe were introduced to patchouli the leaves were used in the packing bales of indian and chinese silk to deter moths. Buy serge lutens borneo 1834 sample perfume samples. Home patchouli candles large patchouli soy candle these patchouli candles are all natural. An island and a date are among the markers of the discovery of patchouli in europe. In my perception, patchouli intense would be at home in the collection of other sophisticated and elegant patchouli compositions such as lutens borneo 1834, chanel coromandel, montale patchouli leaves and lartisan patchouli patch. Introduced to the public in 2005, this exotic fragrance offers hints of patchouli, white flowers and cardamom.
Patchouli is famous for its spicy, earthy, complex aroma. While borneo strikes me as very masculine, hardedged and dry, coromandel is warm, soft and feminine. The warm, rich scent of sandalwood fragrance oil, in a size thats perfect for pocket or purse. Aug 29, 2005 patchouli pogostemon patchouli is a twothree foot perennial bush with purple flowers, a member of the mint family native to the east and west indies. There is nothing complex about it but thats how i like it. Back in the 80s when i was just a slip of a girl cough, i used to go to an indoor market in a nearby town and visit a fabulous indian stall. Four fragrances with the mouthwatering scent of gingerbread.
Ive been very impressed with the perfumes by molinard which i have purchased. Im a 70yo hippie from detroit originally had a place in the 60s in detroit called plum street and also the plum pit i have always loved patchouli, musk, and other oils, back then spiritual sky was the big seller but now of course ive found patchouli garden which is my go to shop. Nexus resort karambunai, located 30 km north east of kota kinabalu, sabah, nestles on 65 acres of lush landscaped surrounds on the karambunai peninsula, upon the fringes of a 6km pristine white sand beach, with a million year old tropical rainforest and the distant majesty of mount kinabalu as its backdrop. Like it or not, angel has presence and charisma, both of which were sacrificed in the garden of stars to perhaps make the new scents more wearable less feared. So, borneo 1834 or patchouli leavesll be gonna a brilliant choice to you guys. Patchouli plant care tips on growing patchouli plants. The familiar herbal bouquet is more garden than rainforest, and each step forward is full of life and joy. As a matter of fact, patchouli plants reside in the family lamiaceae, or mint family. Iris perfumes atelier des ors iris fauve, coolife le.
To succeed to describe a perfume with words usually you have to penetrate and investigate all the layers, notes and parts of the perfume. Leaves contain the oil, which is steam distilled either from fresh or. Borneo 1834 this perfume, brought by a dear friend from the salon in paris as a present alas, not to me was the real start of my love for serge lutens. Apr 29, 2011 patchouli and chocolate and christopher sheldrake that is a combination we know. Borneo 1834 acquista online su scent bar profumeria. In borneo 1834, what some call chocolate is in fact cocoa powder. Just yesterday, i sampled the muchadmired santa maria novella patchouli, but it was so camphorous for me, and had so little of what i consider the patchouli leaf that i veered away from it. A relative of the mint family, patchouli became popular as a fragrance during the 1960s and is often. September 3, 2011 serge lutens borneo 1834 best patchouli perfume ever. The nose behind this fragrance is christopher sheldrake. A woody chypre with notes of indonesian patchouli, floral notes, galbanum, patchouli, cacao accord, mahogany, ebony, cardamom, and ciste labdanum. If you like patchouli as much as i do, do you wear it.
The name conjures the year when european noses were introduced to the oddly compelling, musty smell of patchouli, through the leaves slipped between. The patchouli note in borneo 1834 is a lot less prominent and much drier than in coromandel. So many people revile an inaccurate perception of patchouli that they dismiss this scent before experiencing its development, but as many have observed, this is not the patchouli you know. I adore patchouli in perfume and love borneo 1834 by serge lutens. Serge lutens borneo 1834 is completely unique in the way it interweaves the cobwebby dusty patchouli notes with chocolate. Discover the story of this timeless and iconic perfumery ingredient and how givaudan is responsibly sourcing patchouli in indonesiasulawesi and in malaysia borneo. I am happy to say now, however, that i need not have worried about either one of these possibilities. Nexus resort karambunai, sabah, malaysia borneo borneo. Some patchouli fragrances are almost edible, i most have this impulse with jalaine patchouli, and borneo 1834 has a similar effect on me. Reminiscence patchouli pour homme is not a strange, cocoasprinkled, cramp inducing patchouli fragrance like serge lutens borneo 1834 whenever i. Is very rare beautiful scent of dry green pachouli. Borneo 1834 perfume by serge lutens, for women who prefer a little mystery about their persona, serge lutens has created borneo 1834. Described as the dry and silky scent of patchouli leaves and a memory of waltzing paris, borneo 1834 has the. Our new sandalwood indian type has a scent very similar to genuine sandalwood from india.
Rather, underneath the cocoa patchouli skin of bondt there beats a heart of what smells like a wad of fruity, slightly fermented tobacco leaves and. Jan 12, 2010 heck, theres even a makeup line at chanels bearing the very same name. The notes include indonesian patchouli, white flowers, cardamom, camphor, cistus, galbanum, cannabis resin, cocoa accord. Borneo 1834 limited edition bottle from serge lutens fan site thank you, c.
Lest the neighborhood become too quiet, i spritz on another serge lutens creation. To me, borneo 1834 is smooth, beautiful while patchouli leaves is more strong and masculin. Serge lutens and christopher sheldrake chose not to gild the lily, or in this case the patchouli, in composing borneo 1834. Theres nothing like a dark, rich patchouli and the experience of a pleasurable physical reaction when one hits the spot. Contains only pure, dark, indonesian patchouli essential oil blended with 100% soybean wax. Borneo 1834, the latest scent in serge lutens nonexport line is his homage to patchouli. Signing up today is for future emails on future deals that may warrant special attention. The fragrance features patchouli, white flowers, cardamom, galbanum, french labdanum and cacao. The hot wind that stuns senses upon the first inhale whips up a scintillating cloud of patchouli, which settles slowly in swirling patternsone moment, it is a sweet golden not earthy patchouli, the next, it is a dark balsamic resin. Borneo 1834 takes the sweet winey effervescence of patchouli and layers it with silkiness of chocolate and darkness of resinous woods. This light but complex womens fragrance, created in 2005 by the designers at serge lutens, opens with luscious hints of patchouli. I was expecting something complex, dark cacao scented and nonlinear and. Reminiscence patchouli pour homme is not a strange, cocoasprinkled, crampinducing patchouli fragrance like serge lutens borneo 1834 whenever i.
Borneo 1834 serge lutens perfume a fragrance for women and. Feb 05, 20 borneo describes the distance between you and the exotic. Patchouli comes from the earth that has been sleeping for hundreds of millions of years. The weather is miserable in the netherlands today, so i chose this earthy wonder. And im glad you compared the armani to borneo 1834, because thats what i immediately thought of good to know, since the patchouli in borneo is a bit much for me. Perhaps the only downside is that its a linear fragrance. Elena vosnaki has been the perfume history curator of the be open foundation exhibition the garden of wonders.
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