Indigo Smoke opens with a crisp, atmospheric contrast between bright citrus and deep, resinous shadows. The immediate impression is one of cooled embers and damp earth, driven by a heavy dose of Lapsa...
The fragrance is widely praised for its unique use of tea; enthusiasts note that it successfully captures the specific, resinous aroma of Lapsang Souchong without falling into the "barbecue" scent trap common in smoky perfumes.
Performance is generally regarded as solid; while it isn't "nuclear," users find that it stays present throughout the day, surviving better than typical citrus-dominant scents.
Most wearers recommend this for the transitional seasons of fall and spring, though many find it atmospheric enough for evening wear year-round.
There is a consensus that the fragrance is truly unisex, balancing the "masculine" associations of pine tar and smoke with a "feminine" apricot and vanilla softness.
While some smoky scents lose their character in the dry down, Indigo Smoke is noted for maintaining its aromatic, tea-focused smokiness well into the final hours of wear.
