Scentrack:
The Feeling - Sewn
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| Source: Burberry |
At the dawn of the new millennium
in 2000, Burberry decided to show the public their vision of 21st
century man. Apparently, Touch for Men was a restart of classical masculinity –
androgynous, airy and clean. Devoid of emotions, and structured like a vision of
sterile and antiseptic future. However, Touch still possesses a touch of historical
male compositions.
Touch opens very fresh
with pepper, some herbal aspects, well-hidden nutmeg and violet leaf as a link
to male fragrances of the past. The violet leaf is somehow fleeting, like a
mirage representation if this note. This huge violet leaf dances on a
foundation made of sweet Atlas cedar and musk. The cedar-musk combo is very
likable and provides some sweetness and powdery aspects. The only possible problem
with the powder is its strength that one could remind of baby powder. Personally, I like this powdery aspect of Touch
for Men. The Tonka bean in the latter phase provides some additional sweetness
and nutty/smoky nuances to this composition. Master Jean Pierre Bethouart used
this Tonka trick in his famous Versace Blue Jeans.
Touch for men has a very
positive attitude. It is very likable, and garners many compliments from the
opposite sex. A very safe choice for a nice day in the job. Mr. Nice Guy’s
cologne.
Longevity / Projection
Solid (6-8 hours) / Average
Suggested wearing
Daytime / Business
Alternatives
Versace Blue Jeans – a powdery legend
Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male – a retro fougere
Moschino Uomo – another Mr. Nice Guy
Pros
Easily likeable
Safe
Positive attitude
Price
Cons
Too sweet for some
Androgynous vibe
Average performance
Rating
6.5 / 10
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