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Eau de parfum
SKLVA [suede hyacinth]
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
SKLVA [suede hyacinth] — a fragrance with character
SKLVA [suede hyacinth] is a unisex fragrance by SKLVA, released in 2020.
The Ukrainian brand created this composition for those who appreciate expressive, complex fragrances with an atmosphere of their own.
This eau de parfum combines floral and leather facets, while its very strong sillage makes it a noticeable accent to any look.
The name perfectly conveys the idea behind the composition: a delicate, cool green hyacinth meets the soft texture of suede. However, the fragrance does not aim to be purely floral or airy.
It has an earthy depth, musky suppleness and a subtle animalic facet, resulting in a rich, well-defined and memorable scent.
The fragrance pyramid and development
The fragrance pyramid of SKLVA [suede hyacinth] lists a green accord, hyacinth, lilac and narcissus, complemented by indole.
A leather accord and suede create its distinctive matte texture, while earthy notes, patchouli, white musk and grey amber add density and a lingering finish.
The available fragrance data does not distinguish separate top, middle and base notes, so it is more accurate to experience it as a cohesive accord.
On the skin, the green and floral nuances may initially feel fresh and cool, then become creamier and more skin-like, while the leathery, earthy side gradually comes to the forefront.
An indolic nuance gives the flowers a natural quality and a touch of drama.
Character and wearability
This is a unisex fragrance that does not conform to conventional ideas of feminine or masculine scent profiles.
It will appeal to those who enjoy intellectual florals, suede accords and fragrances with noticeable depth.
Its very strong sillage calls for careful application; no precise recommendations for the number of sprays on skin or clothing are available for this release.
SKLVA [suede hyacinth] is particularly suitable for cool weather, when its green, floral and leathery nuances unfold most expressively.
It is a choice for an evening out, a creative gathering, a walk through the city or any situation where you want to leave a distinctive impression.
In hot weather, the composition may feel intense, so the dosage is best adjusted individually.
The perfumer and the fragrance's place in the brand's style
The fragrance was created by perfumer Anna Sokolova, who is also associated with SKLVA. Her work explores the idea of contrast: delicate hyacinth and lilac stand alongside suede, earth, patchouli and musk.
As a result, the fragrance feels less like a simple floral composition and more like an independent perfumery portrait with texture and character.
No other concentrations of SKLVA [suede hyacinth] are listed in the database, and no collection affiliation has been specified.
For further exploration, similar fragrances include Hermès Cuir d'Ange, as well as Penhaligon's Ostara and Louis Vuitton Dans la Peau.
Even so, SKLVA [suede hyacinth] retains its own individuality through the combination of hyacinth, green nuances and a suede-like, earthy accord.
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