The Korean-French label OHTOP recently launched three new eaux de parfum, namely Air Oud, Októ and Half Moon. These are part of the fragrance house’s Artistic Collection, which at least visually differ significantly from the previous creations. While the flacons have so far only differed in terms of color and transparency, the new three fragrances have a completely different design, although the outer shape of the flacon has remained the same.
Here on the blog: OHTOP
There have been three posts about OHTOP here in the fragrance diary so far, which I would like to link to you as always, as they give an excellent overview of the other creations as well as an excellent insight into the brand itself. So if you would like to read up a little, you can find all the important information and the reviews of the fragrances here:
- Paranoïaque by OHTOP – Olfactory wardrobe from Paris
- Ohsphalte and I Hate Rose by OHTOP – Love and Hate
- Green Flannel and Fleur d’Oh by OHTOP – Of memories and simplicity
Air Oud – Good air
“The photo of a Buddhist temple in Kyoto, Japan. Overgrown with moss, which is also frozen at the foot of the trees.” This source of inspiration is the basis for the eau de parfum Air Oud, which was created by perfumer Karine Vinchon-Spehner. It is said to carry the keywords of well-being, serenity and good air, which is why I think of a rather gentle, light, restrained and calm fragrance. However, the ingredients saffron, rosemary, ozonic notes, rose, orange blossom, smoky notes, incense, eaglewood (oud), patchouli, sandalwood, labdanum (cistus), benzoin resin and musk also allow other conclusions to be drawn. The spices, woods and especially the oud could provide opulence and power in this composition.
A fresh wave of aromatic herbs hits me when I first sniff Air Oud and leaves me absolutely surprised. Light, airy, with a maritime touch thanks to salty rosemary and an ozonic breeze, the eau de parfum’s opening is completely different to what I expected. The coolness of the creation is almost palpable. The rose brings greenish, soapy accents to the fragrance, accompanied by creamy, lucid orange blossom. This creation is very light, transparent and clean, which is exactly what I suspected from the keywords for Air Oud, but which I could hardly imagine when reading the ingredients. A delicate, really subtle smokiness pervades the composition, which is still very fresh, green and aromatic. Splendid!
Air Oud is perfect for anyone who loves herbs, especially rosemary, and airy, transparent, light freshies with ozonic-maritime undertones. I cannot sniff out the aforementioned oud, but this does not detract from the beauty of this creation in my eyes. OHTOP spoke of “good air” and that is exactly how I feel about this eau de parfum. It reminds me of an early morning walk. It’s cool, frosty. The sea is not far away and a gentle breeze carries the saltiness of the sea over. Fresh herbs by the wayside. What more could you want?
Októ – Emotional simplicity
“The number 8 is a symbol of happiness and metamorphosis. With the positive energy of the number 8, the symbol of a world without borders, this is the fragrance of happiness and abundance.” Perfumer Julien Rasquinet combined the ingredients pear, star anise, galbanum, ambrette seed, angelica, iris, cashmere wood, earth and sandalwood for Októ to create a fragrance that combines simplicity, noblesse, luminosity and naturalness.
What comes to mind at first sniff: pear, green, ambrette seeds. An absolutely exciting creation that captivates me right from the start. Októ is tangible and mysterious at the same time, simple yet multi-faceted, gentle yet original. This fragrance also has that brightness, that radiance that I was able to detect in the first composition of the day. Very soft, gentle and creamy, Októ is a wonderful melange of powdery-green nuances that are accompanied by velvety, earthy iris and fluffy cashmeran.
This eau de parfum from OHTOP is elegant, lucid, finely balanced and so wonderfully relaxed and calm that you can simply enjoy it. Októ is a fragrance for happiness, a creation full of harmony and joy that is simply fun. Unisex, suitable for the office and everyday wear, this composition is a perfect olfactory companion that can be worn not only in the warmer months of the year. Superb!
Half Moon – Sweet melancholy
“The benevolent and protective image of the moon rising like a flower above the azure blue. It all began with the melody of a popular children’s song called ‘bandal’ (half moon), a kind of ‘Au clair de la lune’ for Korean children.” With this theme, it comes as no surprise that the eau de parfum Half Moon is supposed to be about sweetness, fragility and melancholy. Perfumer Luca Maffei translated this inspiration for OHTOP into an olfactory form using the fragrance notes bergamot, ozonic notes, cinnamon, incense, cypress, jasmine, rose, vanilla, heliotrope, mineral notes, ambroxan, cedarwood, musk and vetiver.
Half Moon fits perfectly into this trilogy of the Artistic Collection. Right from the start, I perceive fresh, subtly citrusy and tart-ozonic nuances that make the fragrance light and incredibly airy. A gentle coolness, subtly smoky in appearance, pervades the composition, accompanied by delicately soapy rose and powdery jasmine. The mineral notes are clearly recognizable in Half Moon, accompanied by a gentle cinnamon spice and clean cedarwood. Cotton-soft clouds of ambroxan underline the clean and airy accents of this creation, which is so innocent and delicate, so beautiful.
Half Moon is the crowning glory of this new collection from OHTOP, with which the brand remains absolutely true to itself. Transparent, yet present and with good longevity, the eau de parfum is perfect for anyone who prefers unagitated, rather quiet and relaxed creations.
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