Fashion Cacharel Anais Anais L’Original

Anais Anais L’Original is a blooming floral scent for women recreated in 2014 from the original 1978 version. 

Review 

This scent is a floral bouquet on the skin. While it is centered around Lily, and uses both Lily and Lily of the Valley, it is truly a blend of the many flowers it uses. Hints of Moss, Musk, and Vetiver give the composition a gentle earthiness and warmth, while still allowing the flowers to stand front and center. It has a romantic quality to it that feels very feminine. The kind of feminine that makes you feel flirty, fresh, and slightly dainty. It can be worn to the office, and will transition well to any evening event. It will work well in both casual and formal scenarios, and is suitable for all seasons and weather. It is comparable to the original Anais Anais created in 1978, though softer.

Inspiration

Anais Anais L’Original stays true to the composition of the original Anais Anais, focusing on the freshness and purity of the Lily. The original was inspired by Anaitis, or Anahita, the Persian Goddess of fertility, water, health, healing, and wisdom.

Notes

This scent is all flowers. It begins with a slight potency to it that slowly mellows into something that is romantic and sophisticated, yet remains casual at the same time. Lily and Lily of the Valley are stars of the show and are surrounded by the lush essences of Hyacinth, Honeysuckle, Jasmine, Ylang Ylang, and Rose. Moss, Musk, and Vetiver add a gentle earthy green-ness while a touch of Sandalwood helps with longevity and depth. A final note of Blackcurrant plays with the sweet freshness of the flowers.

Top Notes: Hyacinth, Honeysuckle

Heart Notes: Lily, Lily of the Valley, Jasmine, Ylang Ylang, Rose

Base Notes: Moss, Musk, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Blackcurrant