Donna Acqua di Portofino 2008

Since the weekend, summer has broken out. Quite suddenly and right in the middle of May. I stifle the anxious question of how long it will last this time and instead give in to the strong desire to wear a wonderful summer fragrance. I spray Donna by AdP into my hair, my ultimate holiday mood scent.

I can almost taste the citrus fruits on my tongue, real lemon is caressed by powdery spiciness and cushioned by ginger and fine, fresh musk. This is what summer smells like! Jasmine and magnolia enter into a delicate liaison and remain subtly in the background. An almost green, yet light-footed woodiness gives the fragrance a foundation. Longingly, I think of the Mediterranean, the turquoise blue of the water, the warm sea air, the incredible light. Herbs grow on the mountain slopes and, stimulated by the warm midday sun, they release their aromas. I am drawn out onto the home balcony, which must now serve as a substitute domicile. It is pleasantly warm, a light breeze plays with my hair and envelops me again and again in clouds full of holiday fantasies. Novamenco is playing on the radio. Hhhhmmmm, I close my eyes, just let me dream...