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Pollita
Top Review 47
The bride and her wardrobeMrs. Pollita is skulking again. Skulking around Tom Ford's White South. I like that one, no question. I've tested it and worn it a couple of times now, but I'm still undecided. Do I need it? The suede note is subtle and always swings in the background behind a wonderfully soft, restrained white veil of scent. I think of a bridal veil when I sniff White Suede. If I weren't already married, this would be a candidate I could very well imagine for the wedding.
Nevertheless, this fragrance irritates me, because it contains so many notes that I don't really like at all. Leather is not my favourite. For me, leather has to be woven into the overall composition in the best possible way so that I can go with it. Then we have lily of the valley, which I actually don't like at all. Saffron. Another candidate I feel more like running away than spraying. But whatever. White suede, it kind of fits, and there's actually no interference.
Through the rose and the incense it reminds me a little bit of L'Ether from IUNX, which I like very much. But - in contrast to L'Ether - it also has a very fine sweetness, which makes me think of my fine Velvet Orchid by Birkholz. White Suede hovers somewhere in between. There's the tough business lady and next to her is the lovely, nature-loving private Pollita, who's just thinking of a flock of happy chickens.
Last but not least there is also a sound that is foreign to me and that is why I can't make sense of this scent. Here, I'm guessing a suede and flower combination, because I always see my mother's closet in front of me with her numerous, extravagant clothes, her huge shoe collection and the boundless selection of bags. And that's exactly what doesn't pick me up, because I can't do much with fashion, shoes or bags.
Still this Tom Ford won't let me go. Shoe and bag lovers will be hopelessly addicted to him. I'm sure of it. And I'm just as sure that he'll look great on brides. If there's one thing that smells white, it's this. Mr. Ford made it really strong and beautiful.
I will probably still be thinking about him, because he has something that carries me along every time I wear him
Many thanks to AdAstra72 for the sample.
Tom Ford presents the TOM FORD PRIVATE BLEND WHITE SUEDE COLLECTION. Three distinct fragrances inspired by the endless possibilities of one of the most important elements in perfumery: the musk.
Packaged in a similarly lighter fashion, the White Suede Collection is bottled in clear glass with white lids, a stark contrast to the dark glass lids used for Ford’s other scents. The limited-edition collection also includes three lipsticks and an eyshadow
squad.
“My intention was to rely on the true beauty of musk, which is not heavy or ‘dirty’ at all, but does have a deep, imposing softness. The scent of pure musk is reminiscent of the scent of bare skin, ” says Tom Ford. “What I have found is that there is such a range of shades and tones in the musk family that a single fragrance cannot express its character.”
The White Suede Collection symbolizes the many facets of musk expressed by three fragrances; White Suede, Jasmine Musk and Mask Pure – contemporary interpreting the strong yang energy of the South with harmonious balance and atmospheric softness. Inspired by its history in the highlands around China, the luxuriously addictive musk in these three fragrances evokes the texture and feel around their notes in their lightest composition. The result is three distinct fragrances, each of which has its own unique character by sending a powerful message of bold desire.
WHITE SUEDE
Wild, charming and irresistible; for Tom Ford Leather and Suede have a powerfully addictive pull. In this elegant musk fragrance, he captures the primal essence of these supple, sensual materials, giving them beautiful new dimension with a surprising musk medley that is heightened with velvety rose and warm amber.
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JASMINE MUSK
Part of Tom Ford’s Private Blend White Musk Collection, Jasmine Musk is an intoxicating mix of heady florals, ylang and jasmine, infused with notes of smooth vanilla, earthy patchouli and sensuous musk to create this captivating and seductive musk that has become a favourite of both men and women.
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MUSK PURE
Musk Pure is a truly seductive fragrance, part of Tom Ford’s Private Blend White Suede Collection, its skilfully blended notes of sparkling citrus, fresh florals, smooth beeswax and alluring musk combine to create this transcendent fragrance that captures the essence of youthful sensuality.
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WHITE SUEDE COLLECTION LIP COLOR
The collection features three striking Lip Colors, inspired by the magnificent feel of the White Suede Collection. The Lip Colors White Suede, Jasmine Musk, and Musk Pure seduce giving a sensual, creamy and neutral effect.
WHITE SUEDE COLLECTION EYE QUAD
Inspired by the sublime essence of the fragrances, the White Suede Collection debuts a new Eye Quad of soft, sophisticated shadows that harness the stimulating warmth of musk. An eyeshadow quad designed with four complementary shades to achieve multiple looks.
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