r/fragrance
What the r/fragrance community thinks about Shiseido perfumes
“The r/fragrance community regards Feminite du Bois as a treasured, hard-to-find classic that holds significant sentimental value for those who own it. While the original Shiseido version is considered superior to the Serge Lutens reformulation, its rarity and discontinuation make it a highly coveted collector's item rather than an everyday wear fragrance.”
“The r/fragrance community has overwhelmingly positive feelings toward Shiseido's Relaxing Fragrance, with multiple users expressing strong attachment and actively seeking ways to repurchase or find alternatives. However, the fragrance's apparent discontinuation or severe availability issues are a major frustration point for devoted fans.”
“Shiseido Zen (particularly the cube version and original pre-2000 batches) is beloved by the community for its beautiful, light woody-floral profile and affordability, though longevity issues and reformulations are notable drawbacks. The fragrance maintains nostalgic appeal and works well as a versatile daily scent, but older batches are preferred over newer versions.”
“Nombre Noir is viewed as a desirable vintage fragrance that receives praise for its quality and beauty, though community discussion is limited. The fragrance is highly sought after by serious collectors due to its rarity and historical significance, with significant effort often required to source authentic bottles at premium prices.”
“The r/fragrance community views Zen for Men as a fresh, distinctive fragrance centered on pear notes that shouldn't be judged by note similarity alone. While generally regarded positively for its fresh profile, the community emphasizes that fragrances with similar-looking notes (like Dior Fahrenheit) can smell completely different, and recommends sampling before purchasing.”