Launched: 2007
Group: floral oriental
Introduction
It was during a visit to France a couple of mnths ago that I spotted this exquisitely made fragrance from the luxury Swiss skin care brand. I do not covet luxury products just for the sake of it, rather I look for is a well made and ... Read review
Advantages: Unique, well-blended Disadvantages: Price, may be too heavy or mature for some
...why the 'good' rating.
=== Price / where to buy ===
Available in La Prairie counters in department stores starting from £56 / 30ml Eau de Parfum
''' Summary: ''' A nice, floral oriental scent that's not worth the price tag. ... more
Launched: 2007 Group: floral oriental
Introduction
It was during a visit to France a couple of mnths ago that I spotted this exquisitely made fragrance from the luxury Swiss skin care brand. I do not covet luxury products just for the sake of it, rather I look for is a well made and original scent. I was given a few samples I brought with me here to Mauritius where - away from London - I spend the rest of the year working, relaxing and travelling.
The bottle
The full size bottle of the fragrance is a raindrop-shaped silver metal case that has a fairly round bottom and a somewhat emaciated top that serves as the lid for the atomizer. This unusual and attractively designed bottle is sold in a transparent plastic gift case.
The fragrance
Top notes: coriander, blueberry, green apple, verbena, anis, bergamot
A complex and initially heady mixture of soapy florals and and bittery citrus notes hit my nose as I apply two sprays from the sample atomizer. The mixture also has a dry, woody hint of camphorous patchouli hidden in notes of bergamot and bittersweet spice, the two notes I can distinguish. The head of the perfume is surpisingly sweetly floral and almost cloying at first, though the overall tone is of the dry, woody notes that stop the soapy notes from being overly dominating. Overall, the impression of the top notes was a soapier, sweeter and more feminine Bvlgari Blv.
Middle notes: magnolia, rose, plum, jasmine
The middle notes of Silver Rain are somewhat reminiscent of Blv without its characteristic long-lasting fresh edge. Silver Rain is stronger, deeper and 'darker' here mainly due to the strong essense of jasmine flower. Having said that, the sweet floral theme is also stronger so it feels the notes are meant to be heavy to accentuate all the facets of the fragrance and make them equally present in the heart of the composition. After 1 1/2 - 2 hours I notice that most of the perfume has blended in with my skin without leaving any unnecessary sillage. The fragrance is less harsh and has a powdery fresh edge I was secretly hoping for. This gentle and bittersweet 'cocktail' reminds me of a cold tonic drink on a hot summer day.
To sum up, a complex, dry and sweet, heavy and bittery start that develops into an even headier oriental juice that has now a woodier but also sweeter tone too.
Base notes: tonka bean, patchouli, agarwood, vanilla, sandal
After 3 - 4 hours with all the heavier notes of the heart having settled the fragrance reaches a stage of tender, powdery oriental finish with notes of woods and sweet, slightly spicy undertones. It isn't fresh but rather dry and clings nicely to the skin. The subtle woods and sensually comforting vanilla - sandalwood aroma can still be detected at the end of the day.
Conclusion
At first I had misgivings first about this heavy, heady oriental, thinking it wouldn't suit my skin or the climate for that matter. Having worn it on colder days recently in London and in the pre-summer Mediterranean Mauritius, I would say Silver Rain is a clever, versatile juice that is capable of adapting to colder and hotter temperatures. When used sparingly it becomes subtle and woody in moderate and warm climate and bolder, sweeter oriental in cold times. Silver Rain is especially nice when worn in the evening but I equally like it daytime. It still doesn't justify the price tag, that's why the 'good' rating.
Price / where to buy
Available in La Prairie counters in department stores starting from £56 / 30ml Eau de Parfum
Summary: A nice, floral oriental scent that's not worth the price tag.
lillamarta 07.10.2008 (07.10.2008)
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Review of La Prairie Silver Rain Eau de Parfum Purse Spray and 2 Refills
Advantages: Lovely packaging and beautiful perfume Disadvantages: Expensive
...vanilla. I have found that this perfume last ages on the skin and can even linger overnight! La Prarie have just brought out a sister fragrance called Midnight Rain. The only places I have found Silver Rain on sale are Harvey Nicks and airport duty free shopping. ...
EvelynDunton 06.07.2009
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Product details
Long Name
Silver Rain Eau de Parfum Purse Spray and 2 Refills, Silver Rain Eau De Parfum Spray
Manufacturer
La Prairie
Type of Perfume
Eau de Parfum
Gender
for Women
Manufacturer's product description
Silver Rain is a unique fragrance which is described as a modern woody floral that opens with a burst of Calabrain bergamot, highlighted with a touch of juicy plum. Patchouli leaves and vanilla infusion add a woody sensual finish. This set comes with 1x 7.5ml refillable purse spray an 2x 7.5ml mini refills.
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