Few people know about the spirits of Bayredo. The brand itself is quite young, and its first perfume appeared in 2006. Since the birthplace of the fashion house was not Paris, the capital of fashion, but Stockholm, its products did not immediately gain great fame. But it is complex enough to be appreciated by connoisseurs of aromas. Affordable price, modernity and relevance, expressed in perfume, a rapidly growing collection - all this gives the fashion house “Bayredo” popularity.
This is a selective perfumery, but rather high quality. In the spirit of “Bayredo” there is an interesting idea, as in the creations of famous fashion houses. Let us also get acquainted with the creative heritage of this brand, taking Gypsy Water Byredo Eau de Parfum as an example. Customer reviews, a description of the fragrance and photos will be given below.
A little bit about the brand
The founder of the company is a certain Ben Gorham. This man got the idea to realize his olfactory images. That is why his creations have such strange names as “Library”, “Ball of Africa”, “1996”, “Blanche” or Gypsy Water. In reviews of Byredo, users claim that the name of the last perfume translates to “gypsy water.” And the name of the brand itself comes from a rethinking of the phrase "by redolence", which means "through the expression of emotions."
Having discarded the last part of the word “-lence”, Ben Gorham received “by redo”, which he combined into one word that does not exist in any dictionary. It is clear that the founder of the brand does not create formulas for his perfume compositions personally. To this end, he signed a cooperation agreement with such outstanding "noses" of our time, such as Jerome Epinette and Olivia Giacobetti.
These two perfumers have already created a rather extensive collection of perfumes, in which there are floral, and spicy, and oriental, and fruit aromas. Ben Gorham only sets the idea, expresses the image that the duet of masters embody in precious extracts. The fashion house produces not only perfumes, but also face and body care products, as well as scented candles and gizmos for the interior.
Olfactory image of spirits
How should “Gypsy Water” smell? In reviews of Byredo Gypsy Water perfumes, users say that the name is very successful, apt. But the gypsies for Ben Gorham are not dirty beggars from train stations, but a free nomadic people that are difficult to subjugate or tame. He is always on the road, always in a thirst for travel. Testing "Gypsy Water", you seem to be transported to a clearing among the coniferous forest, on the lake.
A bonfire burns, it smells slightly of smoke. Men and women sit by the fire, smoke pipes and tell each other long intricate stories in which passionate fateful love is invariably present. At dawn, the creeping fog will hide the wagons and grazing horses, and when the sun rises, no one will be there. The camp will leave, and only smoke from the fire will indicate that the nomads spent the night here. And you will also be seized by this thirst for travel, which will lead you beyond the horizon.
Byredo Gypsy Water: a fragrance description by the manufacturer
What did Jerome Epinette and Olivia Giacobetti do in order to embody the spirit of gypsy freedom in perfume and bottle? They open their composition with fresh sprays of citrus fruits (lemon and bergamot), sprinkled with spicy pepper. A rather unexpected bold start is complemented by tart berries of juniper. He gives the whole composition a coniferous aromatic tone.
In the heart of the perfume pyramid there are pine needles that sound very solemn thanks to the incense. They are rounded and made feminine by powdery iris. The base loop is streamed with sandalwood and amber chords with the addition of warm and sweet vanilla notes. As you can see, the perfume pyramid is not bulky, but at the same time not simple. The authors successfully woven masculine and feminine ingredients together to create the perfect unisex fragrance.
Byredo Gypsy Water: Perfume for users
Noses of average people almost do not feel any citrus. Juniper probably overshadows them. All users claim that for them the composition is revealed by powerful coniferous chords, which change slightly over time. Perhaps pine needles come to the aid of juniper berries? These sharp chords are softened by sandalwood, which envelops and warms with soft waves.
The effect of an expensive male cologne lasts only a split second. Almost immediately, the soft, feminine powderiness of iris and sweet vanilla appears. It feels powerful, but not sugary-sweet, and not like pastries from a confectionery, but just like a flower - gently, vibratingly. Vanilla remains to the very end, and incense, ambergris and pepper are mixed very softly and delicately, very beautifully mixed. Many reviews mention a haze of expensive cigars, although tobacco was not mentioned by the manufacturer in the list of ingredients. Still users hear some aquatic notes of a water lily (which evokes thoughts of a forest lake), as well as sweet mandarin.
How the composition is revealed
In reviews of Gypsy Water Byredo, buyers report that perfume is always very interesting to change. Coniferous tangerine notes are more manifest, giving rise to nostalgia for the New Year, or mystical incense comes to the fore. And then suddenly a womanly gentle iris will blow, and immediately sprinkle a handful of black pepper. Sometimes, especially in warm weather, waves of vanilla come in with a faint smell of haze.
At times amber, amber, as in "Molecule 02", and a warm sandalwood heated by the Indian sun appear. No sooner do you have time to get tired of these sweet woody smells, as pine needles and tart juniper berries are mixed with them again. In a word, the composition is constantly changing, playing, sometimes flashing, then fading away, like a gypsy disposition, emotional and freedom-loving. This perfume seems complicated, expensive, despite a rather small list of ingredients.
For whom “Gypsy Water” was created
The description of Byredo Gypsy Water is such that it seems that this composition is suitable only for lovers of aromatic woody odors. But the target audience of Gypsy Water is wider. Mischievous citrus notes in the composition overture are quite youthful. But yesterday’s schoolgirls are not recommended to wear this perfume. Most users agreed that perfumes would be more appropriate to sit on a held, self-confident lady (some even claim to be on a burning brunette).
She is about thirty or a little more, she is confident, determined and courageous enough to take risks. Since this fragrance is “unisex”, it will equally well sit on a held man. This is not a businessman, but even a business man, he is not devoid of sentimentality, thirst for adventure and freethinking. You can present this perfume to representatives of the older generation of both sexes. Notes of pepper, vanilla and sandalwood bring a certain reference to the composition in retro style.
It's time for a fragrance
As for the time of day - when you should wear Byredo Parfums Gypsy Water, - in the reviews, the users are unanimous. Of course, this is a daily scent. For the evening, you should choose something more glamorous, solemn, constrained by secular conventions. “Gypsy Water” is too direct and freethinking to be in the court at a dinner party or in a theater. But for wearing in the office - that's it.
Eau de Parfum has a plume, but not royal, filling the whole room, but with the length of an outstretched arm. The aroma is unobtrusive, ever-changing, creating a positive mood. Like the owner and others. As for the seasons, when the composition reveals itself particularly well, users break spears in the heat of argument. Some people think that sandalwood and vanilla warm wonderfully in winter. Others - and most of them - argue that in the cold, coniferous chords, spiky and cold, come to the first place, which only men but not ladies face.
As for summer wear, there is also no unanimity of opinion. Vanilla in the heat strangles too much, intoxicates, it hurts the head. But the off-season (spring and autumn), without exception, consumers consider the most successful time for this perfume.
Decor
All perfumes of the Bayredo brand are sold in exactly the same bottles. This is Ben Gorham’s feature, who is deeply convinced that content is important, not form. Bottles are laconic and reminiscent of pharmacy vials. But do not be fooled by this minimalism: each bottle is made of heavy transparent glass. A black rounded cap is mounted on a magnet, which is very convenient.
All labels on Bairdo perfume bottles are the same: a white paper rectangle on which without any curls and monograms are written: brand name, perfume name, its concentration and country of manufacture. Thus, on the bottle of our fragrance appears: Byredo Parfums, Gypsy Water, eau de parfum, made in France. Nevertheless, brand products are well protected from fakes. The original from the counterfeit is distinguished by the glass bottom of the bottle. The batch code there is laser-printed, and it is he who testifies to the authenticity of spirits.
What aromas does Gypsy Water look like?
This perfume is very unique, it is difficult to make a full comparison with other perfumes. In addition, on representatives of different sexes (and on owners of cold or hot skin), it manifests itself in different ways. However, users often compare Byredo Gypsy Water to Hiris Hermes. This is probably because the iris root sounds more powerful on hot female skin. But men often compare "Gypsy Water" with the "Ball of Africa" of the same house "Bayredo".
But it should be said that perfumers do not repeat. Citrus and woody notes at African Ball are heavier, tropical. By the way the aroma of “Gypsy Water” is individually revealed on the skin, users have every right to compare it with “Molecules”. Men in this perfume like coniferous dominant, seasoned with expensive sandalwood with incense smoke. But many women, especially those with cold skin, found Gypsy Water too masculine. In their opinion, the perfume reminds them of the “Lesnoy” men's cologne.
Other qualities of "Gypsy Water"
The concentration in which Byredo Gypsy Water is produced is eau de parfum. Resistance as for perfume water at Bairdo perfumes is normal. This is provided that you purchased the original, not a fake. Many users said that they were very upset that they enjoyed the aroma for half an hour or forty minutes, after which it disappeared without the slightest trace. The authentic aroma contains ambergris, which retains the smell.
The original is persistent, however, by the end of the day, all the ingredients melt as if, and only vanilla and sandalwood remain faithful to the owner. Unlike other creations of the Bayredo house, such as Tulip or Mojave Desert Spirit, Gypsy Water has a short train. The fragrance Byredo Gypsy Water sits close to the skin of both sexes. Probably, it is intended only for the owner and for those whom he allows himself to reach at arm's length.
Is it gypsy water?
In the Slavic mentality, Roma are associated with witches and sorcerers. But there is nothing mystical about Jeepsie Water. Unless this perfumery water really loves gold jewelry. If you have a chain or earrings made of this metal, the fragrance clings to them with a death grip. But the idea, the olfactory image of gypsies from Ben Gorham is completely different. This is the smell of earth, dusty roads of wanderings, coniferous forest and smoke from a fire.
The perfumes of Byredo Parfums Gypsy Water do not convey at all the restless, passionate, jealous gypsy soul. On the contrary, as some users put it, they radiate Olympic calm. But should a truly free person be nervous? Yes, many users note that the fragrance charges positively and creates a “suitcase mood”, especially in the spring, in anticipation of the holidays.
Practicality
The volumes in which Bayredo perfumes are produced, and in particular Byredo Gypsy Water, are 100 ml, 50 and 2. These miniatures, users note, are very convenient. On blotter, the aroma sounds completely different than on the skin. Therefore, if you are not sure that the perfume will suit you, although you liked the description of the pyramid, order yourself such a probe. It is inexpensive, and many users have a whole collection of miniatures from Bayredo.
The bubble in which the aroma is produced is very practical. The lid in it is magnetic, it just does not open, which allows you to carry the bottle in a cosmetic bag or purse. Of course, the bottle does not look chic, but considering that it is a unisex perfume, it is quite suitable for the strong half of humanity. The bottle is equipped with a spray bottle. One zilch is rather economical, literally a drop is used up. Therefore, spirits are enough for a long time.
General reviews
In most cases, users really liked the Gypsy Water Byredo perfume. In the reviews, some women admit that they keep the fragrance “for themselves” and use it at home, as it expels the autumn blues. Indeed, perfumes are charged with positive and citrus energy, and coniferous-juniper notes cause nostalgia either for walks in the forest, or on the New Year.
Some women consider the fragrance not unisex, but masculine. But they also admit that it is very extraordinary, interesting, and coniferous and sandalwood chords do not slide into primitivism. The only negative that users mention in the reviews is a very short train. Perhaps the perfume is intended only for the owner and his inner circle? Perfumes like representatives of all age categories, without exception. Young people find the fragrance very modern, and the older generation likes the classic sandalwood-vanilla chords.