Acqua Wood Collistar 2015

Warm-blooded spice, soft forest woods + blissful citrus = comfort transformer, wellness-effective.
I don’t want to piece together the entire text with words starting with W, but I truly felt good while sniffing this fragrance, which transforms over time. It has a sunny citrus note supported by warm pepper. A slightly sweet-herbaceous combination of sage and lavender complements the "southern" impression. Together, this acts like a mood enhancer.
Woods, selected from various climate zones, ultimately provide a dual impression of being both familiar and exotic. Western and eastern. By the sea and in the mountains. First a vacation in the Orient, then holidays on "Balconia" in the local Odenwald. And the namesake of the latter, Odin, a Germanic chief god, also has a say: for the Acqua Wood later develops dark-woody nuances that remind one of the "sacred forests" of the pagan Druids and their believers. Slightly smoky, resinous, and "tinty." In between, I believe I perceive something like "marine notes." This is probably due to the muscat sage and (previously unmentioned) rosemary. A reoccurring flash at irregular intervals. But always a bit different. Sometimes with a woody intent like pines on the beach, sometimes bright and citrus-like, like a grove near the sea.
Those who attentively open their olfactory senses can truly perceive interesting and exciting transformations. However, the fragrance does not break from its concept but cleverly uses it for delightful surprises. In my opinion, it is quite underestimated!

For a small amount of money, here is a brother to the completely overpriced Brioni. Citrusy (sandal)wood, modern, pleasant to wear for every day and all occasions, straddling the line between mainstream and niche. Collistar shows what is possible for 29 euros, including shower gel and bag. I had to jump on it. The good Daphné shows Brioni how it's done. I've been trying to convince myself the whole time that Brioni smells more natural because I paid a multiple for it. Grrr...