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03/27/2022
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7
Giving Me A Million Reasons
Still, today I have a remarkable memory of CK Be when it came out in the mid-’90s. It left a clean, flowery, dusty, soapy trail. Alas, it was the perfume that a colleague of mine wore, and that is why I never wanted to wear it to go to work those days. As a replacement, I enjoyed wearing Solo Soprani Blu Eau de Toilette, so similar in result. But CK Be remained my favorite for weekends, in the days of late spring and early summer, when temperatures alternate between the crisp morning air and the warmer afternoon air. I always thought it was more geared towards what would be a traditionally masculine fragrance, despite being sold as unisex. And one of my favorite light fragrances is olfactory poetry. Unfortunately, today it is not what I was used to, but it is still good. Very sensual. Great between the sheets. The more years go by, the lighter, more delicate, and less durable it becomes, which could detract from most audiences. Clearly weakened in the latest reformulation, low intensity, and ridiculous duration. As soon as they released it, I remember the wearer leaving a nice trail behind him.
However, CK Be is today a distinctive yet delicate fragrance. I’ve got a hundred million reasons to walk away, but it is an affordable and easygoing classic that I keep coming back to. Woodier, greener, and sharper than its CK One Eau de Toilette predecessor, it’s also noticeably more masculine than unisex to my nose because of the aromatic and balsamic notes. Transparent white musk covers it, enriched with a spicy note of juniper and tonic accords of mint and mandarin. It’s citrusy, tangy, and spicy, but it’s not a zingy cologne. Totally different from CK One, the chords I hear the most, regardless of who wears them, are wood, grass, and something in between powdery and soapy. The good thing about CK Be in the 90s was that everyone knew if you were wearing CK One. However, no one knew if you were wearing CK Be because it was less popular than CK One. There is a smell of clean laundry, like something that makes you smell fresh, like you just got out of the shower. It has enough of a touch of spice from fresh notes like mint and balsamic to keep it interesting, with some depth, and its floral period relatively short. I also like that this is one of the few fresh scents that doesn’t immediately evoke the scents of seawater, water, or salt, such as those that smell blue.
The opening is pleasant enough and doesn’t overwhelm you like some fragrances. It is a subtle and fresh blend of musk, lavender, peach, and suave citrus. A touch of sandalwood feels very familiar and clean, and the note of orange here is a very light touch. After a few minutes, the citrus fruits fade, and a more balsamic and green accord takes shape from grassy herbs and juniper berries. The notes mentioned so far combine with lighter fruit notes. Lavender seems more substantial to me, up top, but there is a friendly cleansing in the supporting ingredients. It has its own soap-like aroma at this stage but looks greener than it will later on; a youthful energy that reminds me of the late spring and early summer days. There is a hint of spearmint hidden among the moss, which lends a nice, albeit subtle, accent to the composition.
As it progresses further, it takes on more of its floral character. To this unusual start, the perfumer added a hint of lavender in the heart that supports the scent of a bouquet of magnolia in full bloom and other white flowers. The smell of peaches peeps out from time to time and is a pleasant surprise. It has such a clean, powdery, and almost soapy quality when it settles on the skin and brings out the floral and woody notes that blend into it. The moss is clean, a kind of unctuous quality, with introducing the main freesia. On my skin, it looks like an immaculate white variety of musk reminiscent of jasmine, and lily of the valley: a freshly washed white floral scent with soft citrus notes that alternate directly between masculine and feminine.
And finally comes the bottom, which is all about mossy sandalwood with a fruity soapy finish. It is sweeter and less green in the last part. A musky and woody finish with a warm, skin-like fruit touch creates the scent with a unique character. White musk elevates the overall aroma, along with the herbaceous and floral accords in the heart. The peaches appear to melt into the base, and instead of creating a fruity effect, it softens and add a freshness to the opoponax.
It is more complex than it may seem but appropriate for any occasion. It is harmless if you work in social settings where people could be offended by strong perfumes. I find it perfect for daytime use, whether working in the office or hanging out with friends. However, it has longevity issues. For example, it will last about a few hours, half a day. I’m sure the reformulations have taken some of its stamina away from how it once was. As for projection, it’s not a bold scent, but it’s not completely weak either, at least at first. Seasonally, Be is a warm-weather fragrance for spring and summer.
I like this very soft perfume; it doesn’t smell like classic cologne. There is a very casual feel to it. It also works well in hot, oppressive weather, which is a plus. I love using it on the hottest Italian summer days when I can’t stand most of my more aggressive scents and don’t want to smother anyone nearby. There is something incredibly relaxing and calm about this fragrance. It is comfortable and lights while maintaining a confident presence that is charming and ideal. I see Be becoming a comfortable perfume for me, something simple and appropriate to wear to the gym, when I don’t want to stand out, or maybe while relaxing at home. The quality suffices to perform the task in question simply to create a clean, freshly washed impression. Incredible how much you remind me of Solo Soprani Blu Eau de Toilette. Be is like a crisp, clean, and immaculate white ironed shirt in your wardrobe. It’s not the most exciting or original thing to have, but it makes me feel fresh, clean, and tidy, even when it’s stuffy outside.
I base the review on a 200ml bottle I have owned since May 2018.
-Elysium
However, CK Be is today a distinctive yet delicate fragrance. I’ve got a hundred million reasons to walk away, but it is an affordable and easygoing classic that I keep coming back to. Woodier, greener, and sharper than its CK One Eau de Toilette predecessor, it’s also noticeably more masculine than unisex to my nose because of the aromatic and balsamic notes. Transparent white musk covers it, enriched with a spicy note of juniper and tonic accords of mint and mandarin. It’s citrusy, tangy, and spicy, but it’s not a zingy cologne. Totally different from CK One, the chords I hear the most, regardless of who wears them, are wood, grass, and something in between powdery and soapy. The good thing about CK Be in the 90s was that everyone knew if you were wearing CK One. However, no one knew if you were wearing CK Be because it was less popular than CK One. There is a smell of clean laundry, like something that makes you smell fresh, like you just got out of the shower. It has enough of a touch of spice from fresh notes like mint and balsamic to keep it interesting, with some depth, and its floral period relatively short. I also like that this is one of the few fresh scents that doesn’t immediately evoke the scents of seawater, water, or salt, such as those that smell blue.
The opening is pleasant enough and doesn’t overwhelm you like some fragrances. It is a subtle and fresh blend of musk, lavender, peach, and suave citrus. A touch of sandalwood feels very familiar and clean, and the note of orange here is a very light touch. After a few minutes, the citrus fruits fade, and a more balsamic and green accord takes shape from grassy herbs and juniper berries. The notes mentioned so far combine with lighter fruit notes. Lavender seems more substantial to me, up top, but there is a friendly cleansing in the supporting ingredients. It has its own soap-like aroma at this stage but looks greener than it will later on; a youthful energy that reminds me of the late spring and early summer days. There is a hint of spearmint hidden among the moss, which lends a nice, albeit subtle, accent to the composition.
As it progresses further, it takes on more of its floral character. To this unusual start, the perfumer added a hint of lavender in the heart that supports the scent of a bouquet of magnolia in full bloom and other white flowers. The smell of peaches peeps out from time to time and is a pleasant surprise. It has such a clean, powdery, and almost soapy quality when it settles on the skin and brings out the floral and woody notes that blend into it. The moss is clean, a kind of unctuous quality, with introducing the main freesia. On my skin, it looks like an immaculate white variety of musk reminiscent of jasmine, and lily of the valley: a freshly washed white floral scent with soft citrus notes that alternate directly between masculine and feminine.
And finally comes the bottom, which is all about mossy sandalwood with a fruity soapy finish. It is sweeter and less green in the last part. A musky and woody finish with a warm, skin-like fruit touch creates the scent with a unique character. White musk elevates the overall aroma, along with the herbaceous and floral accords in the heart. The peaches appear to melt into the base, and instead of creating a fruity effect, it softens and add a freshness to the opoponax.
It is more complex than it may seem but appropriate for any occasion. It is harmless if you work in social settings where people could be offended by strong perfumes. I find it perfect for daytime use, whether working in the office or hanging out with friends. However, it has longevity issues. For example, it will last about a few hours, half a day. I’m sure the reformulations have taken some of its stamina away from how it once was. As for projection, it’s not a bold scent, but it’s not completely weak either, at least at first. Seasonally, Be is a warm-weather fragrance for spring and summer.
I like this very soft perfume; it doesn’t smell like classic cologne. There is a very casual feel to it. It also works well in hot, oppressive weather, which is a plus. I love using it on the hottest Italian summer days when I can’t stand most of my more aggressive scents and don’t want to smother anyone nearby. There is something incredibly relaxing and calm about this fragrance. It is comfortable and lights while maintaining a confident presence that is charming and ideal. I see Be becoming a comfortable perfume for me, something simple and appropriate to wear to the gym, when I don’t want to stand out, or maybe while relaxing at home. The quality suffices to perform the task in question simply to create a clean, freshly washed impression. Incredible how much you remind me of Solo Soprani Blu Eau de Toilette. Be is like a crisp, clean, and immaculate white ironed shirt in your wardrobe. It’s not the most exciting or original thing to have, but it makes me feel fresh, clean, and tidy, even when it’s stuffy outside.
I base the review on a 200ml bottle I have owned since May 2018.
-Elysium
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