I wore this when it first came out and loved it. Recently revisited and realized I’ve discovered more interesting leather & wood scents. Still good, but not as striking as some other IA scents
Strawberries and peat are such a unique combo that you’re intrigued by yourself all day. I wore this a decade ago and recently retried it and remembered why I loved it. Classic.
This shares some qualities of Language of Glaciers, but manages to cut its own course by being more oceanic and less cold stone. Both are great, alternatives to spicy winter scents
I had high hopes for this one, but I found a lot of notes listed that barely came through under all that sweetness.
This is a gourmand rose that makes the floral feel younger that it sometimes feels. Wish it lasted longer than a BB&B body mist.
I liked this cake scent a lot more than expected, but the longevity is a joke for that price point.
I like the scent, it’s powdery but in a non-feminine leaning way for men. It’s not a beast mode scent that Amouage is know for. This is probably an appropriate duration for longevity and silage but disappointing if you come to expect more. I don’t know if I would buy again unless I get it for a steal, but happy I do have it in the collection.
This fragrance has a distinctly summery vibe. It takes me back to my grandmother’s house, where on warm summer afternoons I used to sit on the porch, with the air filled with the scent of blooming peonies and blackcurrant bushes from the garden. Marbella opens with a delicate rose and tart blackcurrant, before gently developing into nuances of peony and aromatic green tea. In the base, a creamy peach emerges, the type you often find in body lotions, enhanced by a subtle touch of musk. Overall, the scent is pleasant and unobtrusive. On my skin, it lasts for around three hours and sits close to the skin. Marbella is best suited to hot summer days, when it can softly radiate from sun warmed skin.
Clean open but then the spice kicks in. At first thought it was like any other freshie, especially with the bottle design, but then suddenly you get a warm, spice bomb.
It is a unisex blend of saffron, musk, ambroxan and incense. The fragrance is clean, cool, intriguing and attention grabbing. It brings to mind an operating theatre, most likely due to the noticeable bandage-like nuance. However, it does not remind me of BR540, Baccarat is sweet, whereas here the saffron is distinctly dry and austere. The musk blends beautifully with the incense accords, and the whole composition resonates very well on the skin. Longevity and projection are very good, although the scent can become slightly overwhelming if over applied.
fragrance opens with fruity and lightly spicy notes, with clear hints of mandarin, blackcurrant and a touch of pink pepper. After a short while, the fruity accords smoothly evolve into a soft, non overpowering jasmine and rose, which remains fresh rather than sweet. Unfortunately, I do not detect any lily of the valley. In the base, musk and vanilla emerge alongside a subtle hint of patchouli, which fortunately does not dominate the composition. On my skin, the longevity is around three hours, while on clothing the scent lasts noticeably longer. Projection is moderate. It is an ideal everyday fragrance and a safe blind buy, pleasant and easy to wear, though not particularly distinctive.
good
To me this is a great alternative to Altheir, as you get that cinnamon/almond scent off the top and the longevity sticks with you. I put this scent on at 7:30am and can still smell it off and on at 2:30pm. It sees less scratchy and refined than PDM.
It is a very feminine, though formally unisex, combo that blends creamy sweetness with floral and oriental accents. The fragrance opens with juicy mandarin, softened by a light touch of tuberose. After several minutes, a rich blend of gardenia, jasmine and iris emerges, creating a soft, lightly powdery aura. The base is built around warm vanilla, enriched with sandalwood and vetiver. The scent is often compared to Black Opium, though it is considerably lighter. At times, it also reminds me of Metallique by Tom Ford. Longevity is around eight hours, with moderate projection.
It’s a very pleasant woody spicy unisex combo, leaning masculine. It opens with notes of cardamom and pink pepper, before osmanthus, suede and sandalwood come to the forefront. Oud is used very sparingly here, and this is certainly not a heavy, barnyard style oud. The composition is dry and refined, yet enjoyable and very wearable. The fragrance has good projection, but after around six hours it settles closer to the skin.
Great unisex scent in my opinion
What did Tom Ford do to create such a beautiful fragrance? Noir de Noir is the brand's finest perfume, a luxurious, regal scent suitable for dates, special occasions, and the office. Thank you to every hand and nose that worked on creating this magnificent masterpiece.
It’s the quintessence of French chic in a lighter interpretation. The fragrance opens bright and refreshing, with citrus notes of mainly mandarin and bergamot, which give the composition lightness and freshness. This is followed by jasmine, rose and orange blossom, amplified by a touch of clove, this stage feels unmistakably Chanel. Woody notes, patchouli and vetiver form a dry, elegant base. Overall, the scent is warm and refined, yet close to the skin, with subtle projection. Longevity is around six hours. Good to use once in a while but I’m not a fan of it.
It’s a cheap and cheerful fruity floral scent, delicate and girly. It opens with mandarin that has a lightly candied character, likely thanks to macaron and pistachio notes. Later on, florals come to the forefront, while the base reveals musk sweetened with a hint of candy floss. Longevity is around three to four hours and the projection is rather soft, but at this price point you can happily reapply as often as you like. It’s a safe blind buy, perfect for everyday wear and the office.
I think its pungent and sweet
It is a clean, comforting fragrance that gives a sense of freshness. It opens with a bright note of ginger and orange blossom. This is followed by musk intertwined with a delicate touch of salt and creamy ylang ylang. The base has a warm, woody and resinous character. On my skin, longevity is between eight and ten hours, with moderate projection. It is a safe, easy to wear fragrance that works very well for everyday use.
I really, really like this scent. You get some oud but not in an overpowering sense. I can smell it but it’s faint, so silage and longe don’t hold up for me. I bought this from a discounter so I don’t feel so bad. However, if you like to reapply or wear something different later in the day, this could be for you.
It is a unisex composition built around a pronounced coffee accord. The opening reveals heazelnuts, a touch of cinnamon and apricot, which feels unnecessary here. Shortly afterwards, the aroma of freshly roasted coffee emerges, blended with caramel and chocolate enhanced by tonka bean. I don’t detect any coconut (thankfully). The base is sugary, resting on woodsy notes, musk and benzoin. The fragrance is intense, fills the space and lasts around seven hours on my skin. It was a blind buy as based on the notes, I expected to fall in love with it, but the apricot note puts me off.
