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Fruit de La Créativité
by Grès
Fruit de La Créativité by Grès is a softly structured, velvety leather-floral with a tart berry top note and a warm, powdery base. It captures a French elegance—sophisticated, quiet, and characterful—finding its strength in nuanced layering rather than volume. The opening bursts with juicy raspberry, bergamot, and a hint of saffron, which lingers with a delicate spiciness. As it develops, a light rose weaves through soft leather, cedar, and orris, enriched by coffee and a subtle mellow musk. The drydown reveals a powdery, sweetly gilded leather that feels intimate and enigmatic, as if one has stepped into a shadowed, soft-lit gallery room.
Pros
- +The price-quality ratio is exceptional—widely considered a hidden bargain with no need to compromise on texture or quality.
- +The fragrance is well-balanced and accessible, making it ideal for those who enjoy understated, intellectual perfumes with depth and quiet charm.
- +It suits multiple occasions and times, especially day wear, and carries well on clothing even after fading significantly on skin.
Cons
- −Longevity is moderate at best—typically lasting only 3–4 hours on skin, and often feels faint after a few hours.
- −Sillage remains intimate and quiet, making it unsuitable for those seeking presence or impact.
- −The composition is delicate—while rich in suggestion, it doesn't fully expand in the air, and some find it underwhelming in volume or projection.