Russian Forest / Русский лес
30 ratings
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Nóvaya Zaryá Russian Forest / Русский лес is a masculine fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy opening with a spicy, woody and earthy body.
Skunky's take: A classic that defies the years; my nose bows in respect.
How does it perform?
From 25 community ratings, all out of 10.
Keeps you company for a few hours, a quick refresh fits nicely.
Leaves a light trail and stays polite in a crowd.
Looks good without trying too hard.
Blind buy risk
90% of votes are positive and opinions barely differ.
Notes
They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.
Base noteswhat stays into the evening
Accords
From most dominant to most subtle.
- Fresh
- Citrus
- Floral
- Green
- Spicy
- Woody
- Resinous
- Earthy
What does Russian Forest / Русский лес smell like?
Mint and bergamot give it a cool, green start. In the heart, iris and rose add a soft floral touch while cumin and cinnamon bring the spice forward. Vanilla, patchouli and woody notes settle underneath as a resinous, earthy base.
Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall and summer, and leisure, daily wear and business are the most named settings. It reads masculine and classic to most. Balenciaga Ho Hang and Louis Vuitton Orage have a close profile.
How it changes through the day
First minutes
- Mint
- Bergamot
First hours
- Iris
- Rose
- Cumin
Towards evening
- Vanilla
- Patchouli
- Woody notes
When to wear it?
Seasons and occasions, by user votes.
- 32%Spring
- 26%Autumn
- 23%Summer
- 19%Winter
- Casual23%
- Daytime21%
- Office21%
- Evening16%
- Nighttime15%
- Sport5%
Smells like this
The closest scents by notes and accords.
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47% matchNew Tradition (Eau de Toilette)
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47% matchErémia
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46% matchThe Envy of FOMO
FOMO · 2024
46% matchOrage
Louis Vuitton · 2018
45% matchGiorgio for Men (Eau de Toilette)
Giorgio Beverly Hills · 1984
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