I like it. Plain and simple, Intenso starts out with a positive patchouli which is unusual as a top note (Well...considering what else is going on in this fragrance.) The patch isn't thick or chunky either...it's just... there. This lends an interesting, earthy, vibe which is also dancing with salty, sea like aquaticism, totally in keeping with the originals, misty, Lemon/Calone molecule DNA, which is pretty much the base note and dries down pretty familiar in that regard. This is a clever tweak to the formula as essenza was, and serves to add more sophistication, modernizing, and bringing ADG out of the 90's & into more contemporary territory. The bottle looks good in black too and although I haven't tested Profumo extensively, I found the performance wasn't quite as good as the original, although very respectable. I'd wear this but I kinda like the synthetic sledgehammer that is the original Acqua Di Gio and I don't wear it for being refined or sophisticated but I understand why some would and many prefer this one and Essenza...I won't be buying a bottle though.

The name and bottle shape intrigued me but I was eventually disappointed by a very lacking scent which is thin, meager and doesn't last at all. Not surprising that there's 'water notes' in here and a generic and not very pleasant apple smell in the top but not entirely uninteresting and although not very nice, it had me guessing for the first couple of hours. The problem is Rhodium just smells a bit cheap and does have a touch of A&F Fierce/Mont Blanc Legend about it as well. So I suppose it has some lavender and herbal elements too but nothing exciting. Sorry Yardley this is one to forget.

I don't normally mention the bottle first and this is in no way an indictment of this fragrance, because it's alright. The bottle is really nice with a touch of the Guerlain L’Art et la Matière about it and not a rippling torso in sight! Oh and it's refreshing to see A&F in UK stores of any kind because they used to be rare to non exsistant, at least where I live. The opening is horribly likable with hints of Fierce in there but lashings of other generic fare thrown in for good measure, making for a sweeter, fresher and more accessible fragrance. The melon and citrus top notes are definitely synthetic and yawn inspiring but I can't say I don't enjoy the smell. As it dries down the hint of the more herbal Fierce actually goes away rather than coming on stronger as I had anticipated. Under that fruity opener the base is actually a bit warm and maybe a hint of amber in there. It's hard not to compare this with Fierce being from the same brand but this is not at nauseating as Fierce but also far less original. (remember Fierce predates Mont Blanc Legend) I think this would be more welcome in A&F stores, pumped in or sprayed on the garments themselves. (whichever it is?) So not really one for me or many other frag heads out there because First Instinct is pretty generic. Does it smell bad though? ....No. Performance was average to not great.

Turbo tangerine is how I'd describe this one. Synthetic in every way but differing from the likes of Clinique happy in that this is a wholly more powdered affair and has a orange blossom/neroli core when it settles. This seems to be popular in men's fragrance at the moment so if you dig that vibe then this could be a cheap addition to your wardrobe, sadly I don't really. It's not bad though.

Ore or "Ooorrrrrrree" is exactly the sound I made when I caught the first hint of this fragrance. Half knowing what to expect from slumberhouse I knew it wasn't going to be blue de Chanel or something? But even I wasn't quite prepared for how deep this rabbit hole goes. My initial feelings on Ore? Sublime. For the people who wear this fragrance regularly...hats off to you. You're blazing a truly bright trail, because although maybe viewed as tame in the Slumberhouse lineup because of its gourmand qualities, Ore is so unusual and unlike anything I've smelled before. Well you get tonnes and tonnes of cacao and actually the most accurate dark, dark, chocolate smell. Which is set deep into that Guaic wood and pepper notes which are also huge and complement it perfectly. Ore is fantastic it has that dirtiness but never once is it patchouli masquerading as chocolate. It has a purity about it which keeps the base of spiced wood away from the almost powdery, slightly sweet cocoa. Stunning stuff and as you'd expect...boy is it strong?!?! Goes on hard and then projects . Just brilliant!

OMG!!! I love copper skies. Wow! What a scent. Crazy...explosive opening which I can only compare to something like Amouage Interlude man just for pure onslaught of notes. It's like someone threw a bomb of Thai spices into a red hot wok! Instantly sweet cinnamon, cloves and anise then liquorice all of which amounts to something as subtle as a shot of sambuca. Then smoke and rubbery tires patchouli dirt and aggressive leather. This fragrance is absolutely off the charts insane...I love it. The drydown is more of a clove focused smell but with that sickening edge taken away. I think to call this a clove based fragrance is wrong because although dominant it's all about the surrounding notes for me which, rear their heads and retreat constantly throughout my experience of this perfume. It's not one for the faint of heart that's for sure but when it dries down takes another turn into gourmand territory almost smelling like a spiced raisin, fruit cake with a touch of booze. Later the drydown is a deep Amber accord and something which reminds me of pipe tobacco, the remnants of honey or maple tobacco. It's lovely when something like this comes along and truly reminds you what it is you love about fragrance. Quite sweetly spiced throughout and some may say naive perfumery, I say brave and complex. I'm going have to get myself some of this...much like interlude man I've no idea when I'd wear it? but hey this is one for perfume lovers and I need it in my arsenal.

This is an extremely decent and respectable new fragrance from Davidoff. The opening is ginger, grapefruit and that fresh/woody then clean and soapy accord of something more boring or that I would usually label as very mediocre designer business. However, the redeeming characteristics of Horizon are the warmer & dirtier elements in the base. There's patchouli and even a hint of cacao which you'd think has no business being in here but it is and makes for a subtly different dry down. You can't fault this fragrance for maintaining that fresh spicy feel throughout and an almost uplifting menthol type feel to the ginger and spice. I thoroughly enjoyed wearing it the other day. The performance was okay on me but it dies down to a very nice but close dry down which again I can't fault for not being a powerhouse. All in all this is well worth checking out. It didn't blow me away but it's nice to see a new release that is masculine, wearable and with an aspect of interest to it.

I suspect I consume more rhubarb or rhubarb flavoured things than the average person and although I accept this perfume is not necessarily the most accurate representation, is it nice? ...Yes! The opening is a mandarin/red berries even apple like but does contain that raw greeness and sharpness which evokes a rhubarb effect. It's not as authentic smelling as Comme des garçon rhubarb but by the same rule this lasts much longer and has more depth with a clean, floral musky base. This is simply a great fruity fragrance which is a bit lightweight and throwaway, and although I'm a fan of Hermes I've never really considered them the last bastion of quality perfumery so as such this doesn't disappoint. For me it fits into a cats gory of scents I need for my wardrobe, smells that are instantly gratifying and smell of things I enjoy. I bought this on the spot...the performance is average and the price is high for what it is but what can I say? I love it.

Loving every moment (or should I say page?) in this book of citrus collection. I was immediately complemented by a stranger when I wore this and in fairness for a lemon citrus fragrance the silage trail on this thing is absolutely massive, at least for the first 30 mins or so...and even beyond that. It does have a sugary quality of lemon drops but always authentic at the same time, there's a fizziness a lightness of touch and depth but without any pissy petitgrain more a touch of delicate white flowers. Monotheme have yet again produced a high quality citrus here which I had no longevity issues with because Boccioli di Limone performed very reasonably indeed. Thumbs up from me, I prefer the orange one because it is just that good...however , this is worthy of even the most hardened enthusiasts wardrobe.

Really interesting the way this one progresses through, very well blended notes. Starts out with a strong cedar note surrounded by citrus and florals and actually produces an extremely unique experience. It becomes increasingly more soapy and floral and as such feminine to my nose, actually reminds me of something my mum would wear. Nevertheless this is a well made and long lasting perfume with a great balance of elements, the jasmine and orange blossom for example are ever present but not overbearing and the scent remains clean, fresh and woody throughout. I probably wouldn't wear it myself but have quite enjoyed it on this occasion as a change from the norm.