I was extremely excited to finally test this fragrance, as I am widely known in my circle of friends and acquaintances as a coffee junkie. I was prepared for the lavender and have no issues with it, but...
...the coffee just does not come through for me, no matter how hard I try.
Maybe it has to do with my skin chemistry, or maybe I just drink too much coffee to even perceive this note distinctly anymore; I’m a bit puzzled (and somewhat disappointed).
Otherwise, we have a completely acceptable gourmand for daily wear. Not too overpowering, pleasantly sweet, although the vanilla in the base does come across as a bit synthetic for my taste, but nothing to despair over.
I will keep searching, perhaps leaning a bit more towards the masculine side, wishing for more bean, more roast.
