A new era in sexy for Guerlain (Guerlain: Insolence, Eau de Toilette)

Member Name: minimou

Product:	Guerlain: Insolence, Eau de Toilette
Date:	12/06/09 (55 review reads)
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Advantages: Amazing fragrance, attracts attention

Disadvantages: None

I can honestly say I have never before purchased a Guerlain perfume until I smelled Insolence. They've never appealed to me, perhaps because both my elderly aunt and grandmother were both big fans and their scent, although memorable for me from childhood, was not one I wanted to replicate on myself.

Come Christmas 2007 and I am in Boots, desperately searching for a present for my best friend, frantically searching for a scent that stood out, that captivated and wasn't just another sickly sweet clone that has become the norm in young perfume. I sprayed Insolence onto the card and can't say I was really expecting anything other than the above, so boy was I surprised. It was beautiful. I bought it there and then, 50ml x 2 (one for her, one for me) and became a fan.

My friend loved it, as it happened. It has replaced Anna Sui, Sui Dreams as the only perfume she ever wears or buys!

Insolence is sweet, yet heady. It's not a light, floral breeze that dissipates on contact with fresh air but a modern, enduring and clear alternative for young women, without being overpowering. Perhaps it is a bit too sweet for more mature women, but anything up to 40 years old and it smells good enough to eat.

More suited to an evening wear than at the office, Insolence embodies the sensuality in fragrance that only the elder, more refined perfume houses are able to attain. But be warned, it's different and for those who are looking for something different, out of the mainstream. It has the capacity to become a classic, with Orange Blossom and Rose laying the sensuous foundation from which it launches the stunning and vibrant top note of violet. It is reminiscent of Parma Violets, but not as you knew them as a kid!

The bottle is also unique. Guerlain has its own sculpture department who craft each individual bottle to embody the sent it 'embodies'. Asymmetrically designed (well that's all the rage now isn't it?) without appearing gaudy or 'modern', the bottle defines the image of Guerlain, classy, quality but daring to be different!

I really like this perfume and often have men asking me what it is so they can buy it for their girlfriend/wives. To me, if it captivates men and women alike, it is a success and well worth the money.

Summary: A sweet yet deep and sensuous offering from Guerlain. Dare to be different!