Chiudi Gli Occhi e Poi Vedi
Fragrance notes
Character
Chiudi Gli Occhi e Poi Vedi opens with a bright, almost tart citrus slap from bergamot and lemon, but that freshness is quickly tangled in the herbaceous bite of artemisia and clary sage. The heart is where Sorcinelli gets interesting: a surprisingly tender strawberry note, not syrupy or candy-like, floats over a bed of lavender and patchouli. It feels like a dusty herbarium with a single ripe strawberry forgotten on the desk, its sweetness bleeding into dried leaves and cedar shavings. The dry down settles into a soft, woody base of vetiver, sandalwood, and a restrained oud that never turns barnyard or screechy. Amber adds a gentle warmth, but the whole composition remains airy rather than heavy.
This is a niche fragrance that wears like a ghost, which is both its charm and its weakness. Sillage is modest at best, barely a whisper past arm’s length, and longevity hovers around four hours before you’re chasing skin scents. The aromatic and herbal accords dominate, so anyone expecting a fruity gourmand will be disappointed. It’s best suited for spring and fall days, and the 81% day preference rings true, this is an office-friendly enigma rather than a night-out statement. People who love earthy, aromatic scents with an unexpected fruity twitch will enjoy it; those who demand projection and staying power should look elsewhere.
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