Stilettos on Lex by Dorothee Piot for Jul et Mad 2012

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Post by Michael

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Hi APJ,

The imagery this fragrance conjures is surprisingly specific. I almost always completely dismiss the stories and not-so-covertly imposed imagery fragrance houses like to peddle. Seldom does a fragrance actually evoke any imagery in my minds eye, but this one certainly does.

Stilettos on Lex by Jul et Mad 2012

Stilettos on Lex Jul et Mad Paris FragranticaPhoto Stolen Fragrantica

Fragrantica gives these featured accords:
Top: Pear, lemon
Heart: Carnation, iris, heliotrope, rose, lily of the valley, violet leaf
Base: Patchouli, vanilla, musk, cedar

So, Stilettos on Lex by Jul et Mad…….WOW! Now, the images are mine to keep ☺ but in essence there is a woman (not a girl) and she is absolutely sexy and feminine – certainly in nylons and heels and wearing elegant designer clothes, make-up and lipstick.

 Stilettos on Lex Jul et Mad Paris Ellie-Rose Lies Through A Lens FlickrPhoto Stolen Lies Thru a Lens  Flickr

Stilettos on Lex possesses a combination of olfactory impressions that somehow manages to take what is ultimately a fruity floral (which I usually abhor) and make it interesting and different by making it smell luxurious and lived in. It’s obviously musky, but it’s neither the pristine cleanliness of white musks nor overtly carnal musks that are present. Instead it smells lived in. That perfect balance of muskiness that’s almost of human skin – wonderful and so seldom used. There are some high pitched notes that give me the impression of worn stockings.

Stilettos on Lex Jul et Mad Paris Christine FlickrPhoto Stolen Christine Flickr

There’s also that rose, violet, vanilla combo that smells ever so slightly augmented by aldehydes and gives the impression of expensive lipsticks and make-up. Texturally it provides subtle impressions of both butter and powder which adds to the lux feel. Patchouli, cedar and some subtle spices are perceptible in the base adding some contrast and further texture without being overtly noticeable.

In terms of performance, on my skin, longevity is excellent and sillage is medium to high.

Aedes de Venustas have Stilettos on Lex Parfum $280/50ml
Fragrance & Art do Stilettos on Lex Parfum 2000 Swedish Krona (around US$305)/50ml + 7ml (and samples)
First In Fragrance has €235/50ml (and samples)

Stilettos on Lex Jul et Mad Paris Maegan Tintari FlickrPhoto Stolen Maegan Tintari Flickr

Honestly, I don’t want to say much more. I wrote three pages of notes and impressions as I tested this fragrance but please, just go ahead and try it. I’d love to know what you think. Just don’t blame me if the men start following you around all starry-eyed.

Well, a fruity floral done right……who would have thought it……
Until next time
M

13 thoughts on “Stilettos on Lex by Dorothee Piot for Jul et Mad 2012”

  2. Hey Michael!
    Lovely review. We can test it together in Vienna. See how it wears in the cold weather!! Bussis. Val xxx

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  3. Just Seeing the images you’ve put that gives you the feel of the fragrance makes me really want to try this. You think a mature 16 yr old could pull this?

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    • Absolutely Belle. You’re never too young to wear a fab fragrance. I’m sure it will smell wonderful on you – please let us know 🙂

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    • You too!? It’s amazing hey? I’ve noticed there’s a few of us loving this fragrance. Definitely one of the best FFs around.
      Nice blog BTW – I’m now a follower

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  5. welcome to the perfect fruity floral. I feel driven to find a sample now. From your description it seems very feminine – not that those gender divisions are to be observed of course but given your (censored)images I’d be interested to know if you wear it. Do you know any other Jules et Mad?

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    • I shall bring it next time we catch up then so you can have a sniff 🙂
      I do wear it, I’m just careful not to apply to much lest I repeat my earlier mistakes with Chanel 22 or Rive Gauche….

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  7. And here you were telling me not to get too disappointed with fragrance imagery vs actual scents, and then Boom! You get hit by one which is so engaging. Sounds fab. And something else with violet in it. 🙂 Although I’d normally hedge away from the combo you described, the fact that it worked for you is reassuring. Hummm… Risk of men following me around starry eyed? If it did that it would be worth twice the price. What did you say the longevity was? 😉

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    • Haha, well…there’s always exceptions.
      I’ll bring it next time we catch up so you can give it a try. Not sure it’s a style you’d like but who knows – it wasn’t mine!?

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