Somens Capriccio

Smoke and resin anchor the finish of this unbranded release named Capriccio, a considerably more serious turn than its playful, whimsical name suggests. Pineapple, bergamot and blueberry open with a bright, juicy fruitiness that gives no hint of the darkness waiting underneath. Jasmine fills the entire core stage alone, soft and floral, offering a brief pause between that fruity top and the smoky base to come. Birch, saffron, musk and patchouli round things out dark and resinous, giving Somens Capriccio noticeable staying power once fully developed. Oriental woody is the fitting classification, structured for evening wear while staying wearable during cooler daytime hours too. It suits dinners, gatherings and any occasion calling for a fragrance with considerable depth. Fall and winter favor the birch and saffron close most, once that smoky resin has had time to settle. The gap between a playful fruity name and such a serious, smoky finish is wider here than in most fragrances at this price.