1725

Quality ingredients in a surprisingly subtle formula from HdP. I sometimes crave this fragrance, but I consider it a sort of stay-at-home scent. The projection is quite limited, I think by design in keeping with the Casanova theme: you need to smell this right on the skin to get the full effect. It leans feminine to my nose, and quite young in a sort of marshmallow-y way (that I think comes from the almond and vanilla notes being quite prominent, a mouthwatering confectioners sugar effect right behind in strength and longevity). The licorice is there, sure, but like the citrus components it's quite fugitive unless you're pressing your nose to the skin. This is a wonderful companion to reading under a blanket on a dreary day. It's also nice to open up a jacket in the closet and be greeted by the impression of 1725 from the last time you wore it. Cosy, intimate, homey.

This is so good. It's quite sweet, and the almond-vanilla has a paste texture that evokes marzipan. I agree with reviewer alphairone below who describes it as "An anisette cookie fougere, sprinkled lightly with powdered sugar and resting on a hassock of lavender...this barbershop is adjacent to an Italian bakery." 1725 was composed as a tribute to Casanova, and I could imagine the late Heath Ledger wearing this while filming Casanova (film 2005). The discovery set insert reads: "Giacomo Girolamo Casanova: a man whose name has come to symbolize seduction. For every Casanova, here is an eau de parfum inviting intense pleasure with amber fern, find woody accords and touches of sparkling Italian bergamot. "

Baby powder contoured with lavender and perhaps a hint of anise. Quite a sillage--it's tickling my nose from all the way down on my forearm. If you can get past the tickle, up close next to the skin there's a slight hint of something a little more sweetly earthy. It comes and goes and I wonder if I'm imagining it. The cedar perhaps? The amber? I want a bit more of that, I think. I imagine this perfume would mingle wonderfully with one's own 'odeur personelle'. After all, this is by conception an 18th century scent. Perhaps try applying it after a particularly vigorous romp and see where that gets you.

This is undoubtedly one of the best perfumes I own, and I have hundreds. I bought it many years ago and have used it in any situation and during any season. Despite being very subtle and ethereal, it has a strong presence and a defined personality hidden behind an initial impression of a warm, clean, and safe fragrance. It's not a perfume that screams, but you feel it, and it faithfully accompanies you during both summer and winter. I recently finished the bottle, but I'm about to buy another one. I believe that 1725 easily ranks in my top 3 alongside Carnal Flower and Ambre Precieux.

A warm, slightly sweet fougère where lavender sits over a smooth blend of vanilla and almond. As the fragrance settles, anise becomes more noticeable, adding a subtle gourmand character without overwhelming the composition.