Outside my window, it is already autumnal, rainy, and relatively cool. The linden trees in front of our house are slowly dropping their first leaves, giving us a glimpse of what’s to come in the next few weeks. Summer seems to be over, which makes my choice of the next fragrance candidate from Commodity seem all the more fitting: Moss, available in three versions—Personal, Expressive, and Bold—is all about a walk in the woods at dawn. Doesn’t that sound totally like fall?
Just a quick reminder of my previous posts about the American niche fragrance brand with its unique scent space concept, which interprets each fragrance in three variations—one that is subtle and close to the skin, one that is present and suitable for everyday use, and one that is intense and fills the room:
- Commodity – modern niche fragrances from the USA
- Commodity Juice – a fragrance full of energy
- Commodity Milk Parfum – a fragrance like a second skin [+ prize draw]
- Commodity Gold perfume – sensual fragrance with a golden shimmer
- Commodity Book – when eucalyptus invites you to read
Scent Space 1 – Moss- | Personal
Perfumer Donna Ramanauskas was responsible for creating the skin-close personal variant Moss-, as well as the other two eaux de parfum in the series. The theme of “forest walks and fresh air” was the inspiration for the three creations – in Moss, this was translated into an airy, molecular scent thanks to bergamot, petitgrain, oakmoss, ambergris and musk.
And so Moss begins—with citrusy-green and fresh nuances that have gentle orange notes thanks to petitgrain. To me, the eau de parfum makes a rather cheerful impression. During this walk in the forest, you can sense a spring-like, summery atmosphere. The green leaves are bright and radiant, flooded with light. A pleasant breeze blows through the grass, trees, and bushes, carrying the scents of nature and the warmth of the sun.
Moss- is delicate, refined, and spring-like. In this eau de parfum, greenish-fruity and citrusy nuances meet airy, molecular, and fresh facets. There is no darkness, nothing autumnal about this fragrance. With Moss-, we move through a forest where everything is sprouting and green. A cheerful and transparent creation that is uncomplicated, rather intimate, and ideal for the office and everyday life.
Scent Space 2 – Moss | Expressive
Our second candidate today is Commodity Moss from the Expressive Collection, which naturally also deals with the theme of a walk in the woods – this time at dawn. This creation is also intended to be fresh and green, “wet, cool, clean, and invigorating.” Donna Ramanauskas combined the ingredients bergamot, petitgrain, oakmoss, orange blossom, and cedarwood for Moss. We see a slight variation in the fragrance notes, and it becomes clear that the trio of bergamot, petitgrain, and oakmoss forms the olfactory basis of the Moss series.
Moss also starts off fruity and fresh. The combination of tart bergamot, greenish-herbal petitgrain, which adds orange notes, and subtly woody oakmoss is also clearly noticeable here—far more intense than in the Personal Collection version. Orange blossom brings a delicate, transparent creaminess to the composition, but does not push itself to the forefront. It underscores the orange nuances of petitgrain while providing calm and grounding. It is gradually joined by the gently warm and clean notes of cedarwood, which beautifully round off the fragrance.
Commodity Moss from the Expressive Collection is also a light, fresh, and greenish fragrance with gentle citrus facets, refined in this version with woody, clean cedar and creamy, fruity orange blossom. Moss is significantly more present and powerful than its close counterpart from the Personal Collection. I also find this eau de parfum spring-like and fresh, almost cologne-like. A creation that can be worn on any occasion, whether in the office, in everyday life, or even for sports. Unisex and with good longevity.
Scent Space 3 – Moss+ | Bold
Last but not least, Moss+ from the Bold Collection, the most intense version of the three moss fragrances. I wonder if this is an autumnal fragrance, or if I simply misread the season when I first read the source of inspiration. The previous creations were spring-like and summery, greenish-transparent and citrus-fresh, and my guess is that Moss+ will also strike this olfactory note. Perfumer Donna Ramanauskas combines the tried-and-tested fragrance trio of bergamot, petitgrain, and oakmoss in this eau de parfum with juniper berry, ambergris, and patchouli.
Okay, Moss+ is definitely something else. Dark, spicy, and aromatic, the creation begins with distinct barbershop notes. The juniper berry is not implemented in a sparkling, transparent way as in many other fragrances, but provides a deep, spicy wood note that is surrounded by earthy patchouli and the herbaceous facets of oakmoss. The citrus fruits bring freshness to the composition and wonderfully underscore the green notes of the eau de parfum. Ambergris adds a subtle warmth that blends into the composition.
Moss+ from the Bold Collection is dark green, herbaceous, woody, and spicy-earthy. It’s a completely different caliber than the first two creations. Here, we find ourselves deep in the woods. Little light penetrates through the trees. The scent of moss, wood, leaves, and earth hangs in the air, evoking wonderful associations of a walk in the woods for me. In my opinion, Moss+ tends to be more masculine, as it has distinct barbershop vibes. This eau de parfum is also suitable for everyday wear and the office, and is ideal for anyone who prefers woody, herbaceous, and dark green fragrances.
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