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SmellsandBells Om
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Overall impression
SmellsandBells Om is a unisex fragrance with a distinctive green, floral, woody and mossy character.
The composition is built around a contrast of fresh citrus nuances, soft floral transparency and a deep natural base, so it smells clean, unusual and highly noticeable at the same time.
The perfume was created by SmellsandBells, a brand specialising in unisex fragrances.
The brand’s catalogue features five compositions, and Om naturally continues this concept: its character is not tied to traditional masculine or feminine stereotypes and unfolds individually on the skin.
Character and mood
What makes Om especially interesting is the way its green and floral nuances blend with mossy depth.
A fir accent and petitgrain create a sensation of cool air and fresh foliage, while neroli and mimosa add a sunny softness to the composition.
Pink lotus makes the scent more airy, while tea and oakmoss give it a calm, slightly pensive tone.
This is a fragrance for those who appreciate complex natural accords and a beautiful interplay of nuances rather than straightforward sweetness.
Om may appeal to fans of green, citrus, floral, woody and earthy-mossy compositions.
In terms of mood, it is especially suited to daytime wear, walks, travel or a calm urban setting where you want to leave behind a memorable fragrant trail.
Longevity and sillage
Om’s sillage is described as very strong, so the fragrance can make a noticeable presence in the surrounding space and attract attention.
For a first introduction, it is best to start with a small number of sprays and see how the composition behaves specifically on your skin: its intensity may vary depending on temperature, humidity and individual body chemistry.
No precise recommendations for applying this release to skin or clothing have been provided.
A practical approach is to apply the fragrance to pulse points and use it especially carefully on fabric, as its intense sillage may last longer than expected.
Positioning and choice
Information about Om’s concentration, release year, collection, perfumer and other concentration details is not available.
Therefore, the fragrance is best assessed primarily by its olfactive profile, vivid sillage and combination of green, floral and mossy nuances rather than by the formal status of the release.
If you like the idea of a transparent yet noticeable fragrance with a natural character, By Kilian Bamboo Harmony may be worth exploring as a direction for further discovery.
It will allow you to compare different interpretations of green freshness and a tea-like mood, although Om retains its own character thanks to fir, neroli, mimosa and oakmoss.
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