southeast asian type fragrance

I'm looking for a (southeast) asian type of smell. Alas with the coming of internet, and the globalization, a lot of good shops have closed their door. So i'm basicly stuck with the "standard stuff".

However, can someone point me in a good direction for searching these fagrances?

Old Spice is a very Indonesian type scent. It smells of kretek (clove cigarettes.). Anyway, if you're looking for anything specific let me know and I'll see if it's available here.

"Southeast Asia" is a pretty broad spectrum for smells. (some of them are pretty unpleasant) Believe me, I know, I've spent about 30 years over there.
In your opinion, what are some of the primary notes you'd be looking for in a Southeast Asia Scent?

here in lies the problem. There is no way of getting a sense of the smell when your looking for something like that... and there really arn't any good perfumeries that sell stuff other then then "hugo boss"/"ralph lauren" etc...

This thread made me laugh! Eau de Asian! Too funny!

Can you do the Asian squat?

do you have a two step toilet

If there are any specific notes you're looking for you can go to Basenotes and search for a frag there

luvmysuper said:

"Southeast Asia" is a pretty broad spectrum for smells. (some of them are pretty unpleasant)

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I'm guessing ( hoping ? ) he's not after Eau De Durian

This indeed covers quite the spectrum. Can you be a little more specific?

Frankly speaking, it's hard to make an eau de durian as each durian has its own specific fragrance.

But to keep it on topic, I think Kenzo Jungle pour homme has that indonesian feel.. very clovey

fidjit said:

I'm guessing ( hoping ? ) he's not after Eau De Durian

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Man, I love that stuff. It just smells so godawful, but it tastes great. Most hotels ban you from bringing it in, so you have to eat it at a market stall.
Word of advice, don't drink carbonated beverages immediately before or after eating durian. Belching can be hazardous to the environment.

What about something from Diptyque? Beyond Tam Dao, there are several others that might meet your desire for something that evokes Southeast Asia. The bloggers at Now Smell This can help out with descriptions.

http://www.nstperfume.com/about-now-smell-this/

One of my favorite fragrances, Lolita Lempicka, has a bit of Oriental/Spicy to it.

indeed there are several fragrances that would be suited for a "southeast asian" scent... and no durian is not one of those i'm seeking neither is salted fish, garlic, trazi, chili paste or any of those things . I have a weak spot for the scent of fresh tropic wood, i can just dream away and see myself walking amongst one of the many craftsmans places. But i'm also open to other suggestions.

I've heard that oil based scents are probably better then alcohol based scents, as they evaporate less (not a very imposing as a smell) last longer and intensify when you are getting warm (thus keeping the smell of sweat at bay).

but really it's hard to get a sense of a smell. They way they descripe it at nst perfume is probably better then i can ever do.

justice strike said:

indeed there are several fragrances that would be suited for a "southeast asian" scent... and no durian is not one of those i'm seeking neither is salted fish, garlic, trazi, chili paste or any of those things . I have a weak spot for the scent of fresh tropic wood, i can just dream away and see myself walking amongst one of the many craftsmans places. But i'm also open to other suggestions.

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I'll still say Diptyque. Tam Dao. Simply a tremendous sandalwood.

The Nid Hog said:

I'll still say Diptyque. Tam Dao. Simply a tremendous sandalwood.

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And, indeed, it smells like sandalwood wood!

john parker said:

And, indeed, it smells like sandalwood wood!

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Exactly. Smells just like an old sandalwood box. A little strong, but I love it. So much better than the infinite variations that so many companies call "sandalwood."

i cannot imagine how sandalwood smells. I'll try the tam dao if i can find it anywhere.

justice strike said:

i cannot imagine how sandalwood smells. I'll try the tam dao if i can find it anywhere.

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A vastly cheaper alternative is Sandalwood incense oil by Nandita fragrances. 8ml for $8. It might not be natural, but it smells exactly like the sandalwood beads I have (as does Tam Dao after the drydown). And it lasts all day.

Available online too. Check IncenseGuru.

I just now have found a site called theperfumedcourt.com that has sample vials and larger of this and many others with a list that is searchable by several criteria. I have never done business with them before so I cannot comment on their reliability but they seem to be worth a look and have quite a large inventory.