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Narciso Rodriguez: Poudree

Honestly, I’ve been deliberately avoiding this line of fragrances for a long time, because I was afraid of his theirs signature musky notes. I have very bad experiences with musk. It is often too strong, boring, causes me headaches, and dominates like the fragrance is wearing me and not the opposite. A few months ago I started craving powdery scents and begun my research. Poudree was mentioned so many times as something the most beautiful and cozy that I just had to give it a try. I bought it in late November and it has been my daily work companion ever since. I just love it so much. At first, I get very strong, sharp, and almost unpleasant musk, combined with, I believe, jasmine. The first impression is just awful. Something that you smelled so many times before, especially if you shared a seat on a train with an old lady. Thankfully, after some time, it settles into a quieter, warm, and slightly sweet composition. At the dry down, I get that highly anticipated creaminess with some po...