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Tom Rebl Bordello
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Tom Rebl Bordello — a bold green extrait
Tom Rebl Bordello is a unisex fragrance in the Parfum (Extrait) concentration, released in 2012.
This fragrance for women and men combines the freshness of green accords with an expressive woody-mossy depth.
Its name sounds provocative, and the character of the composition plays along: Bordello does not try to be discreet or nondescript.
The fragrance was created by Tom Rebl, a brand known for its extravagant take on fashion and its love of expressive looks.
The brand was founded by designer Tom Rebl, who was born in Germany and studied at Saint Martins in London.
In this fragrance release, that aesthetic is expressed through a daring combination of cool greenery, a spicy licorice note and dense woody nuances.
The pyramid and olfactory character
The olfactory profile is built around a green accord, mint, licorice, oakmoss, patchouli, sandalwood and a woody accord.
The top, heart and base notes are not listed separately, so it is more accurate to view the composition as a cohesive, multilayered accord.
The fougère and green direction makes Bordello feel cool, composed and slightly mysterious at the same time.
At first, the fragrance comes across as fresh and invigorating: the mint nuance adds a sensation of cool air and cleanliness.
Then the green theme becomes darker and more expressive, joined by the distinctive bittersweet spiciness of licorice.
As it develops, moss, patchouli and sandalwood emerge, creating a dry, earthy and refined woody background.
Sillage and wearability
According to the fragrance listing, Tom Rebl Bordello has very strong sillage.
The extrait smells rich and noticeable, making it especially suitable for occasions when the fragrance needs to shape the overall look: evening outings, club events, creative gatherings and cool-weather walks.
Despite its fresh minty-green facet, Bordello cannot be called a simple daytime fragrance.
Its dense woody-mossy base gives the composition an expressive character, while licorice adds individuality and a touch of theatricality.
The recommended amount for skin and clothing is not specified, so it is best to start with a small amount and intensify the scent if needed.
This fragrance will appeal to those looking not for universal freshness, but for a memorable green scent with character.
It is not tied to a single gender and develops differently depending on the skin, temperature and chosen look.
In warm weather, the green and minty nuances sound more energetic, while in autumn and winter the moss, patchouli and sandalwood come into their own especially beautifully.
What to compare Bordello with
To explore unusual green and woody compositions further, consider L'Artisan Parfumeur L'Eau de L'Artisan.
This direction will appeal to fans of fragrances in which freshness combines with an expressive natural texture, and the mood is created not by loud sweetness but by nuances of greenery, earth and wood.
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