Lavender Thorne
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by Helena Rubinstein
A soft yet firmly chypre-leaning fragrance with a mossy-earthy foundation that evokes vintage elegance. Its opening carries citruses and spices, giving a fleeting freshness before settling into a rich blend of oak moss, dry spices, and floral accords. The scent evolves into a deeply woody and slightly animalic drydown, emphasizing earthy depth over sweetness. While some note a hint of vanilla or benzoin, most emphasize the dominance of oak moss and an overall lack of sweetness or crinkly citrus. The impression is of a well-balanced, classic chypre with a retro sophistication—reminiscent of 1950s and 1970s fashion and the era's perfume aesthetic.
Pros
- +Soft, wearable chypre with earthy and mossy depth
- +A classic chypre style with mature elegance and vintage character
- +Good individual authenticity that stands out without strong sweetness or modern flair
- +Matches well with autumn and winter, works for evening and daytime use
Cons
- −Short-lived despite moderate longevity
- −Faint sillage with intimate or moderate projection
- −Fragrance may be lost or altered over time due to age, affecting consistency