Guerlain has launched Myrrhe et Délires, the latest addition to their L’Art et la Matière collection. The new fragrance focuses on Somalian myrrh.
Myrrhe et Délires was developed by Guerlain house perfumer Thierry Wasser; additional notes include rose, iris, incense, patchouli and licorice.
Guerlain Myrrhe et Délires is available in 75 ml Eau de Parfum.
(via cosmetiquemag.fr, espritdeparfum)
I was able to try this and even though i think it is very nice, it is very fleeting on me. On my skin the Myrrhe definitely plays center stage and remains on my skin to the end ~ over powering the rest of the notes. Nice but forgettable. $$$ saved for me. 🙂
How is the patchouli on this one? — Shalimar Initial’s sharp green patchouli stayed on my sweater the next day and it was not good. I always have to look out for that in some of these otherwise mild-mannered Guerlains, because sometimes the patchouli is integrated well and sometimes it’s just sharp!
Bonori, i really do not get much Patch from this one……the Myrrhe is truly the main player in this one for me.
Bonbori, i really do not get much Patch from this one……the Myrrhe is truly the main player in this one for me.
Thanks for the info, I’ll put this on my must try list.
Good to know, thanks!
I. Want. This.
I don’t know why this one isn’t tempting me, but so far it isn’t.
It makes sense to me, Robin, as I’ve figured out over the years that you and I are pretty much EST’s.
🙂
yes, it is very wantable
I can’t wait to try it, but am sort of hoping I don’t like it since those bottles are pricey!
I doubt it can beat my beloved Angelique Noire, but we shall see. 🙂
Hugs!
They are not cheap! (and hugs back, nice to see you!)
Oh gosh – I love Angelique Noir! I’ve almost been tempted by Tonka Imperiale a few times, but that price keeps me from it. I’d like to test this one though.
have they worked as Somalis to create this perfume???
No, the myrrh is sourced from Somalia.
Hey Man, I obvious know that, I’m only joking with the unhappy phrase of old Guerlain…:)
It is not their phrase though, it’s mine (note that it isn’t in quotes)….you probably mean that it should be Somali, not Somalian? That is my error, wasn’t thinking.
Ohhh, forget it..[:(]
Oh dear, I think it just finally sunk in what you meant…!
I ordered this one blind, and while I can’t say it ‘s totally a regretted purchase, this fragrance does have some flaws, most notably its poor longevity.
It is a very soft, suede-like fragrance. I personally think it could be classified as a leather fragrance, as well a myrrh fragrance. It is very soft and fuzzy feeling, with only the apricot-licorice accord occasionally wafting in and breaking up the soft leather-myrrh accord. My husband was not particularly fond of the apricot-licorice note; he described it as “very chemical”. I see his point, though I guess the perfumer was trying to cut and add interest to the other (very) soft notes. I’m not sure how I feel about the apricot-licorice thing.
Overall, it is a very rich and elegant perfume, but feels like it needs bolstering. This is very unisex, imho, despite its softness.
It really sounds nice, actually, although that “needs bolstering” sensation would detract.
I love myrrh and I love that bottle. But will I love the scent? Mmmm.
Where is it available to sample/purchase?
Guerlain in Paris should have it — I have not investigated to see if it’s in the US yet, but when it gets here Bergdorf Goodman or one of the Guerlain boutiques would be a good bet.
It is at Bergdorf’s, where the Guerlain has a mini-flagship with many of the harder to find scents. (For instance, it has some that are not available at the Guerlain Spa at the Waldorf hotel).
I enjoyed this one alot.
Recently it dawned on me that I find everything that comes out of Thierry Wasser’s lab very good smelling…
I’m wearing it today. It’s very nice, but that’s about it. It definitely has the Guerlain DNA
Looking at the notes I totally want to try this one. I’m concerned by the lack of longevity comments though.
I’m wearing this today and I’m much more enthusiastic about it than Carlos! 🙂 I love it actually. On my skin it’s a spicy, incensy vanilla scent – and I can’t have too many of those. The patchouli isn’t very present on me at all – I wish there was more there, since I really dig patchouli. Great fragrance IMHO.
Hi Victoria. I can love *just nice* too 😉
Waving to Carlos. So you *do* love it then? I want, no – need – more of this one! 😉
i loved this one on first wear. Found it to be quite powdery. It had a lot of wafting for a good two hours. Definitely going to retry!!!
I am at that stage when I “don’t like” anything from Guerlain. I know it is just at stage or phase since I love and respect the House a lot. I suppose I applied too much of Shalimar and other of its fragrances previously that both my nose and mind are screaming “enough of anything Guerlain!” So I guess it will take time before I check this out.
What do you like by other brands? There is a lot of diversity in the Guerlain fleet, maybe (if you’re female) you might even like the masculines which seem more modern.
Hi Bonbori and thank you for your suggestion. My comment was based on the fact that the Guerlains I have are all dense and have, as expected, the Guerlinade base which I think I got tired of smelling lately.
It sounds lovely. I love the combination of myrrh and rose. Adding some licorice sounds intriguing.
This one definitely goes on my to sample list!
Ooo, as soon as there is a mention of licorice I’m all for sniffing this. Does anyone know if there are many fragrances that bother to give anise or black licorice a centre stage? I’ve been looking for one for a long time and sadly; it’s not too easy to find one.
Etro Anice, Jo Malone Vanilla & Anise, Lolita Lempicka, Guerlain Anisia Bella (that last one is discontinued, but might still be available).