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Bandit Suprême
by Robert Piguet
Bandit Suprême presents a bold, green-woody chypre with a leather-centric heart that feels both refined and intense. The opening carries a bitter, green freshness from galbanum and neroli, layered over a mossy, earthy base that gives it a nearly medicinal depth. The leather note is prominent — not in a sharp or animalic sense, but in a plush, slightly soapy, âc-certain way — balanced by a golden amber beam that adds warmth and luminosity. As it develops, the fragrance evolves into a smooth, mineral-laden dry-down, where the green moss and earthiness remain central but are softened into something more wearable, even if not entirely subtle. It holds remarkable longevity and moderate to strong sillage, making it a consistently present and distinctive scent throughout the day and night.
Pros
- +Intensely characterful, with a distinctive green-mossy identity that sets it apart from other chypres.
- +Excellent longevity and moderate-to-strong sillage, making it impactful without being overwhelming.
- +A refined, polished evolution of the original Bandit that remains deeply evocative while being more accessible than the vintage version.
Cons
- −The leather and green moss notes can feel harsh or diffusely animalic to some, making it less approachable.
- −The soapy, slightly metallic quality may not appeal to those seeking clean or crisp fragrances.
- −Despite being more polished than the original, the scent retains a challenging, non-conventional character that may alienate casual wearers.