Hermes Barenia perfume review on Persolaise Love At First Scent episode 491

[@olgaalxazova]

I just bought it and i am absolutely in love with it ❤

[@Persolaise]

Wonderful. Thanks for watching.

[@sarahsanders2611]

It's beautiful and so original. It's fresh and sensual at the same time. To me the drydown is gorgeous.

[@Persolaise]

Excellent - thanks for watching.

[@yoyoioana16]

I also fell in love with it at first sniff and I couldn't quite put my finger on what exaclty was blended into it, but found it very luminous and nebulous, as you said, not in a naive way, but in a more mature down to earth, restrained way without the boredom. I will certainly get a bottle soon.

[@Persolaise]

I'm so pleased you like it.

[@Donna-p6x]

I smelled a sample in a magazine and fell in love. It's now one of my top 5. Smells....heavenly and different.....sexy, clean and something unexpected in it. Yum.

[@Persolaise]

Ah, wonderful. I'm really pleased.

[@christinaderecki4229]

Beautiful picture of Małgosia Bela for the Barenia press release ❤️

[@Persolaise]

It's a great photo.

[@klgl7]

Was completely divided at first. Disliked on paper and not tempted until I wore it. Now smitten and find it both smart and sensual. I love the simplicity of the bottle the the classic Hermes silver detail on top, but not overly impressed. Has a very no-nonsense look to it. Thank you for the review.

[@Persolaise]

Thank YOU very much for watching.

[@annapi1121]

According to your description it’s definitely a perfume for me:) Thank you for your review!

[@Persolaise]

Thank YOU for watching.

[@Lee10d0]

I just ordered a sample. I’ve been seeing that the reviews are mixed, but I tend to like fragrances that are labeled as “chypre.” Although there is a lot of variations within that category. Can’t wait to try this!

[@Persolaise]

Do let me know what you think of it.

[@Lee10d0]

@@Persolaise so I just got my sample and so far I’m enjoying it! I can see some of the comparisons with Angel, but I think it is more updated and refined. There is something nostalgic about it that I enjoy. I also get something a little soapy. For me that’s not a bad thing.

[@Persolaise]

@@Lee10d0 Thanks very much for coming back to let me know.

[@Lee10d0]

@@PersolaiseI’m almost done with the sample. I’ve worn it a few times and really like it! I guess it doesn’t smell like other “chypre” fragrances that I own, but I am really enjoying it and am thinking I might get a bottle at some point. I was a little concerned that it would smell like Chloe Nomade, which it doesn’t. I’m a little surprised that it’s as polarizing as it seems to be, but I happen to like patchouli and oak wood a lot. Crimson Rocks by Amouage is another one with oak in the base, and I love the deep dry-down of that fragrance. They smell nothing alike but I detect and enjoy the oak in both. I think Barenia is great, with good longevity (I like my scents to last through my work day). I also agree that it is way more interesting than the majority of feminine designer scents these days. I’m happy to not see vanilla!

[@nelsonsack2694]

love that shirt

[@Persolaise]

Thanks very much.

[@MM-lv7vr]

I just blind buy the 100 ml and i fall in love from the first sniff but it did give me the vibe of Angel from Mugler directly but i still love the smell of it so unique clean beautiful finally something more uniq then all gourmands parfume what come out best purchase till now but still i get the Mugler angel i dont know why

[@Persolaise]

Maybe the sweetness reminds you of Angel. Thanks for watching.

[@smarx1166]

Not sure if anyone has commented on this yet but I just sprayed Barenia and to me it is very close to Floris Chypress-only the Floris projects significantly more. As such, I wouldn’t say it’s at all original

[@Persolaise]

Interesting - thanks very much for this.

[@12prettythings10]

I can't wait to try Barenia. (I adore the bottle) I had emailed Hermes last week asking for a sample. Im not a high dollar spender at H, but I live 4 hours away from the closest store, so it'll be interesting if they mail me a sample or not.:)

[@Persolaise]

Ah, please come back and let us know.

[@sabrinaandbenji1390]

Oops one more comment, the bottle is reminiscent of Elizabeth Arden's untold, a little, with the metal around the side of a spherical shaped bottle😂

[@belairscents]

Hi there 😀 H24 was the worst from Hermes & barenia is on the second spot! And I heard Quentin bisch will replace Nagel ? Then will be a true big mistake! Cheers mate 😀🥂

[@Persolaise]

Oh dear! I really like H24.

[@belairscents]

@@Persolaise oops 😬 but I really was disappointed by h24! Cheers 🥂

[@jcgillies]

Sampled it last weekend and I liked it. As you say, it’s clear and translucent and maybe one for the autumn. I love the box and the shape of the bottle but the ‘studs’ are a tad twee!

[@Persolaise]

I like the bottle too. Thanks for watching.

[@sabrinaandbenji1390]

What does twee mean?

[@jcgillies]

Good evening - twee means affectedly cute, dainty, delicate. I’ve never commented on a bottle before!

[@MsTaffyPulls]

The Hermes website sorta indicates … “Nagel has created her first chypre perfume for Hermes.” … maybe that was updated after, as I feel like I remember reading “first” prior to now reading .. “first for house.”

[@Persolaise]

Yes, I think the message is being altered slightly.

[@Jasolcia]

I find it very interesting and original against the backgroud of the all latest news. Maybe a little bit on a man's side, but very characterful, quite unisex. I love it.

[@Persolaise]

I’m taken with it too. Thanks for watching.

[@klaas020]

Could this then maybe be Hermes' first fruity chypre? It sounds lovely and will give it a sniff soon......

[@Persolaise]

Their first 'modern chypre', I think.

[@klaas020]

Modern chypre sounds a lot better and a lot more Hermes than fruity chypre 👍

[@kharrell8356]

Love the t-shirt, can it be ordered in the US?

[@Persolaise]

It's pretty old, I'm afraid. I don't think it can be ordered anywhere. But thank you.

[@ipurvi]

Perhaps they meant it as their first feminine chypre?

[@Persolaise]

I'm not sure it is their first feminine one, though.

[@martingomezmarinich7059]

I would like to try it! Its always a pleasure to listen to your thoughts about fragrances. But I wonder... Is that nose in the back a replica of yours? 😂

[@Persolaise]

No, it's not. But maybe I should get my own done!

[@emmagutierrez1408]

Thank you very much for your review. I totally differ from your viewpoint this time. I may be hypernosmic to akigala wood, who knows, but I found Barenia repulsive on skin! It first pleasantly reminded me of Galop, then something horrid literally exploded in my nose, and even though it toned down a bit, the perfume retained that detestable, abrasive smell. At some point it made me think of Jour but without the softness of the florals. Too bad I can't like it at all! Very interesting to hear your thoughts on chypres, thank you again. Best of weeks! 🍀🍀🍀

[@Persolaise]

Ah, interesting. Maybe this is going to turn out to be a divisive one.

[@MinervaZapata-mm4qo]

I was hopeful that Barenia would be the rose & honey that would work on my skin. It did not. If you like a light rose perfume, this one is for you

[@Persolaise]

Thanks for taking the time to write this.

[@tanayt3999]

Does nobody get similarities with narciso rodriguez for her- which is also by Nagel

[@Persolaise]

Yes, maybe there are some parallels.

[@christinemp7154]

Much enjoyed the video - you describe things so beautifully. Someone mentioned seeing a lot of ads, and I must tell you I had a lot too. I was watching the recording, so luckily I didn't miss anything, but I watched the Le Labo Coriander piece live and missed great chunks of it with adverts. I wonder if KZbin are gearing up for Christmas profits?

[@Persolaise]

Thanks very much for the kind words. I'm so sorry about the ads.

[@12prettythings10]

I've been getting tons of ads on KZbin recently, not just on this channel. Unfortunate

[@illiona3289]

Couldn’t help but laughing at the poster and the ridiculous name 😂

[@Persolaise]

Well... at least they made you chuckle.

[@illiona3289]

I have to disagree Twilly works perfectly from grown ups not just for youngsters… and to me this one is a bit too mature for my 50s !

[@Persolaise]

Interesting. I'd say just keep wearing what you enjoy.

[@rlim1839]

I've tested side by side and to my nose the fruity note they used is similar, perhaps toned downed a bit, to the one used in Tutti Twilly (which is lychee focused, but the musk they used in tutti twilly comes off body odorish to me sadly😢) I like Barenia a lot better! Xx

[@Persolaise]

Yes, I prefer Barenia too. Thanks for watching.

[@algebraist1997]

Calèche was a woody (hello 15% vetiveryl acetate) floral chypre, and Doblis was also a chypre, both by the master Guy Robert. When I spoke to Hermès about this, they clarified they meant the first "modern chypre" basically as in fruitchouli, like a Coco Mad, but that this distinction would be too confusing to the average consumer. As for Barénia, I like the metallic freshness about it but the sweetness and insipid fruitiness would have to go for me. The structure is solid though.

[@Persolaise]

Yes, I suspect that's the line they're going to take: first modern chypre. Thanks very much for writing.

[@dellablair8514]

I scrolled down looking for this comment as I’ve always felt Calèche Soie de Parfum is woody. It’s a scent I reach for in autumn as it reminds me of the aromas of forest and earth as the seasons change. I work outside in woodland and it blends beautifully.

[@Knoxy598]

I feel like the term chypre is used to label anything that can be considered "grown up/sophisticated/mature" these days regardless of it's structure, and in that sense I guess it apples here. I liked it very much but when I think of a true chypre though I'll always think of Cristalle.

[@Persolaise]

Yes, terminology starts becoming useless if it's too broad.

[@sabrinaandbenji1390]

You have the most beautiful flowers. I saw one lone 10 ml.barenia at Sephora recently and when I checked online to see what it was I couldn't find much and now it explains why,it's new . Good to hear about it here

[@Persolaise]

Thanks very much indeed. And yes, it's been around only for a few weeks.

[@toniverano5620]

Miracle berry its a real berry :) its something you eat to make everything sour to taste sweet. But i dont recall it having any smell

[@Persolaise]

Interesting, thank you.

[@StelmaDesigns]

Ok, that photo ad of the woman looks like a pharmaceutical advertisement for a menopause drug. That said, I have a travel sample of this perfume and liked it so much I may have to go for a bottle! When I first spayed it I immediately thought of Galop, though not that it smells like it, just a flash of recall or similarity of style? Thank you for your review!

[@Persolaise]

Yes, I was reminded of Galop too.

[@jaytibee]

Yeah I was also confused at the "first chypre" of the brand claim. Not sure who at Hermes decided to go with that because idk lol

[@Persolaise]

Yes, it's an odd decision.

[@munch314]

Can a guy wear it?

[@Persolaise]

I don’t see why not. Thanks for watching.

[@jritsoncandler]

I am! I think it’s lovely

[@martinaschmidt8401]

I like the opening but find the drydown harsh and unpleasant.

[@Persolaise]

That’s a shame. Thanks for watching.

[@sidecar226]

Did you eventually figure out that it says it’s the first chypre created by Christine Nagel for Hermès, not the first chypre by Hermès?

[@Persolaise]

Thanks for taking the time to write, but in more than one section, the press release clearly refers to this being Hermes’ first chypre.

[@sidecar226]

@@Persolaise Oh, I see. Seems the website copy was written to be more accurate.

[@melissagood5139]

I think you hit it on the head… Twilly all grown up. Oh, miracle berries are from Ghana By the way.

[@Persolaise]

Ah, thanks very much for the info.

[@maxmidnight8469]

Bel Ami is 100% a chypre

[@Persolaise]

I think so too.

[@ewawieczorek2552]

I find Barenia uninspiring and boring, it is like worse version of Tutti Twilly

[@Persolaise]

Ah, that's a shame. But at least you tried it.

[@s.masson8263]

Your review has convinced me not to purchase. Sounds a bit ho hum.

[@Persolaise]

I'd say it's definitely worth sampling. Thanks for watching.

[@priscilla6111]

An absolute waste of money.

[@Persolaise]

It’s a shame you don’t like it, but thanks for watching.