Top Notes 
Pear
Bergamot
Ginger
Mandarin orange
Heart Notes 
Georgywood®
Orange blossom
Base Notes 
Akigalawood®
Musk
03/16/2025
Merlotsupern
90 Reviews
Merlotsupern
Top Review
12
A story of universal pears and disappointing extraits
When it comes to clones, Art of Universe is a strong contender. I'd say it's about 80% accurate, depending on how discerning your nose is. The key difference? The way the pear note unfolds. Lattafa’s version leans sweeter, with a pear that almost veers into a citrusy-orange territory rather than staying true to the fruit itself. But let’s be honest, if you're trying to save some cash, the Fragrance Police won’t issue you a citation for picking the budget-friendly alternative.
That said, Blue Talisman's pear note is something special. It smells more natural, less sweet, and arguably leans more masculine, if that’s something relevant to you. And this distinction is important because, in my opinion, it’s what sets Blue Talisman apart from the sea of other blue fragrances. In fact, it might just be what makes it the best (or the most contemporary, at least) in its category.
Performance-wise, Blue Talisman gets an extra boost thanks to its use of Ambrofix and Akigalawood (which are both proprietary ingredients... so no clones will ever be spot on). I've tested it multiple times, and it delivers at least 3–4 hours of solid projection, a noticeable scent bubble for 6–8 hours, and lingers as a skin scent for up to 14 hours. Art of Universe still holds its ground in longevity, but by the 8-hour mark, it starts to vanish.
So why haven't I added a bottle of Blue Talisman to my collection despite my appreciation? Simply because I’m holding out for September 2025, when the Extrait version drops. At that point, one way or another, Ex Nihilo will get my £££.
PS: finally, Blue Talisman Extrait de Parfum was released as an exclusive until the 15th of August at Liberty. I tried it and it was an unfortunate disappointment. The juice is heavier, being an extrait. The pear note feels more "sirupy" and slightly sweeter, but it almost completely loses its woody facet - which is why I liked the OG. The projection is significantly reduced compared to the EdP and the longevity is pretty much the same. This is an example of the fact that a higher concentrated oil is not always the best way to go.
That said, Blue Talisman's pear note is something special. It smells more natural, less sweet, and arguably leans more masculine, if that’s something relevant to you. And this distinction is important because, in my opinion, it’s what sets Blue Talisman apart from the sea of other blue fragrances. In fact, it might just be what makes it the best (or the most contemporary, at least) in its category.
Performance-wise, Blue Talisman gets an extra boost thanks to its use of Ambrofix and Akigalawood (which are both proprietary ingredients... so no clones will ever be spot on). I've tested it multiple times, and it delivers at least 3–4 hours of solid projection, a noticeable scent bubble for 6–8 hours, and lingers as a skin scent for up to 14 hours. Art of Universe still holds its ground in longevity, but by the 8-hour mark, it starts to vanish.
So why haven't I added a bottle of Blue Talisman to my collection despite my appreciation? Simply because I’m holding out for September 2025, when the Extrait version drops. At that point, one way or another, Ex Nihilo will get my £££.
PS: finally, Blue Talisman Extrait de Parfum was released as an exclusive until the 15th of August at Liberty. I tried it and it was an unfortunate disappointment. The juice is heavier, being an extrait. The pear note feels more "sirupy" and slightly sweeter, but it almost completely loses its woody facet - which is why I liked the OG. The projection is significantly reduced compared to the EdP and the longevity is pretty much the same. This is an example of the fact that a higher concentrated oil is not always the best way to go.
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